EDC’s Country Risk Quarterly: Your essential tool for navigating global markets
In today’s rapidly evolving global risk landscape, Canadian exporters face numerous changes—from political economy and geopolitics to trade, financial markets, the environment and technology. The imposition of various tariffs and trade barriers and the fundamental reshaping of U.S. relationships with the rest of world, are among the top concerns. These shifts bring both costs and opportunities.
Why read the Country Risk Quarterly?
Canadian exporters are making critical investment decisions in an increasingly complex global risk environment. Escalating geopolitical tensions such as the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, conflicts in the Middle East and the rise of protectionism, are significantly impacting global trade dynamics and creating challenges for exporters worldwide.
Global economic trends and opportunities
While global inflation is trending down, it remains an issue in many parts of the world. Central banks are cutting interest rates, providing relief for consumers and companies. However, changes in U.S. trade policies and subdued economic growth are adding layers of complexity for exporters.
What does the tool offer?
EDC’s Country Risk Quarterly is an interactive tool with historical data and trends on Canada’s Top 75 trading partners. It includes economic indicators, like gross domestic product (GDP), population, employment rates, Canadian exports, investments and inflation. Insights and analysis from our country risk experts help exporters stay on top of market opportunities and make informed decisions.
Highlights of the EDC report:
- Coverage of 75 markets: Insights into key markets, including major economies and smaller markets. Understanding specific country risks is crucial, especially in fast-growing regions like the Indo-Pacific.
- Comprehensive economic metrics: Detailed economic metrics such as nominal GDP, unemployment rates and population data.
- Risk ratings and export data: Country risk ratings, commercial country ceilings and top commodity exports by province, helping exporters assess and plan for market diversification.
Why use the Country Risk Quarterly?
- Stay informed: Keep up with the latest economic and country risk information for key markets.
- Plan for diversification: Use the data to identify potential new markets and mitigate risks.
- Support decision-making: Leverage comprehensive economic and risk data to make informed business decisions.
