international markets Archives

04/05/2017

The impact of trade finance on your international business and supply chain

Trade finance, the esoteric, poorly understood branch of finance that deals with the financing of international trade, is in fact relatively straightforward at its core. It has proven effective in facilitating trade across every market on the globe for hundreds of years if not longer. Did you feel that? The sudden rush of adrenaline and flash of goose-bumps as you contemplated the mind-blowing implications of this statement? Work with me on this!

14/07/2015

Are Canadian exporters playing with a stacked deck?

Canadian exporters begin international negotiations with a negotiating deck already stacked in their favour, but this is an asset that many are not aware of.

20/02/2015

Ignoring international business competition is no longer an option for SMEs

In the past, smaller firms tended to focus on local and domestic markets. Moreover, when protectionism was rampant, smaller firms tended to be insulated from international markets. Distances, unique cultural characteristics, politics, tariffs and regulations all combined to protect them from international business competition.

27/06/2014

5 key questions before you export into a new international market

Far too many small companies get caught up in the hype and excitement of the potential of international market sales without undertaking the necessary research and planning that will help them be successful.

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