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Brazil companies at high risk of payment default

15 February 2017

Brazilian companies are currently faced with a challenging economic environment. GDP saw an accumulated contraction of 7.4% between 2015 and 2016 and credit condi¬tions deteriorated against a backdrop of more restrictive credit supply and a tighter monetary cycle. The GDP forecast for 2017 is lackluster at 0.4%.

Ways to build a healthy emergency fund

01 February 2017

Life is always throwing curve balls and from time to time individuals will have to deal with unexpected additional bills. That is why it is important for consumers to save extra money for an emergency fund as they are then enabled to confidently take on the financial challenges life throws their way. An emergency fund refers to extra cash that is put aside, creating a bit of breathing space when consumers need it most. This type of fund must only be used for a crisis – a situation that affects one’s health or ability to earn money. An emergency fund should not be used for holidays, luxuries or other expenses like insurance.

TransUnion’s collections manager solution now available to maximise collections effectiveness for credit providers

23 January 2017

Debt collection is a challenge for many businesses and a ‘squeezed’ economy can further impact organisations and their efforts to recover monies owed to them. TransUnion is addressing this challenge with the launch of their Collections Manager solution. In collaboration with Precision Collect, TransUnion has created a solution for businesses to optimise debt collections, increase profits and address critical business issues.

What is the impact of negative rates on companies?

04 November 2016

While economic theory has little room for the idea of negative interest rates, nine central banks currently have a negative interest rate policy (NIRP).

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If you had to hazard a guess, when do you reckon the COFI Bill will be signed into law?

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2026, as promised 2027 looks more likely Impossible to say More consultation needed

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