09/05/2025
How to use trade finance tools to gain flexibility during trade policy upheaval
Now that new tariffs have taken effect, a big question being asked is – “Who’s paying them?” Small businesses in the U.S. have reportedly been…
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03/04/2025
8 Key actions businesses should take in the early stages of international expansion
Expanding into international markets is an exciting milestone for any business. However, entering the global arena comes with unique challenges and complexities that require careful…
11/03/2025
CITP Spotlight: Hardik Panchal – Export Marketing Manager, Worldest Exports
In the ever-evolving world of international trade, standing out requires more than just ambition—it demands continuous learning, adaptability, and recognized expertise. For one accomplished professional,…
16/01/2025
How AI can power your international marketing from localization to market insights
In 2023, Canadian businesses exported over $768 billion worth of goods and services. Of these, 2.2 percent had announced plans to expand operations internationally in…
06/01/2025
10 global trade trends we’ll be watching in 2025
It’s a new year, and that means it’s time for our annual rundown of the top trends and issues we think will drive the ups…
23/12/2024
CITP Spotlight: Mayowa Engunjobi – Vice President, Institutional Cash/Trade Finance FI, Deutsche Bank
International trade is dynamic. Traders will come across different rules, different regulations, and even different trade patterns. Yet despite these challenges, traders still require tailor-made…
18/12/2024
Why boutique international trade consulting firms are your best bet for navigating international business
All of us engaged in the complex world of international business know that there are numerous intermediaries throughout the supply chain. Success often hinges on…
11/12/2024
CITP Spotlight: Daiana Leandro – Customer Success Specialist, Ocean Sonics Ltd.
With a strong desire to travel and learn, Daiana Leandro moved to the U.S. from Brazil in 2013 as part of a one-year exchange program….
13/11/2024
CITP Spotlight: Manpreet Kaur – Trade Credit Insurance Underwriter, Intact
Manpreet Kaur’s career in international business brought her from marketing vehicles like tractors and cars to managing risk in international trade financing. When her career…
05/11/2024
You can conduct valuable secondary trade research from your desk – here’s how
Many small- and medium-sized companies will not have a substantial budget for conducting international trade research. These companies will often rely on secondary trade research as much as possible.