The United States has escalated trade tensions again by imposing higher tariffs on key imports, impacting sectors like steel, electronics, textiles, and chemicals.
While political debates dominate headlines, the ripple effects are being felt where it matters most, in cash flow cycles and payment reliability.
For Indian businesses exporting to the U.S. or indirectly dealing with tariff-impacted supply chains, the threat is real: payment defaults, delayed receivables, and squeezed working capital.
This is where Trade Credit Insuranceis stepping into the spotlight.
A Shield in the Storm
- Increased claimsacross tariff-hit industries
- Tightening of credit limitson U.S. and related buyers
- Stricter underwriting norms, especially for SMES
The New Normal Requires New Protections
Banks, too, are becoming cautious. They are now re-evaluating credit facilities linked to uninsured receivables, causing a liquidity crunch for businesses that rely on trade credit for day-to-day operations.
Earlier, exporters could take payment security for granted when dealing with well-established buyers. Today, that’s no longer the case; a single delayed payment can disrupt an entire supply chain.
Time to Act, Before Risk Turns Into Loss
If your business is trading on open credit terms, whether directly with U.S. buyers or indirectly exposed through global customers, this is the moment to reassess your risk strategy.
The need for Trade Credit Insurance has never been more urgent.
Businesses that act now will gain more than just protection, they will secure access to better financing, improved buyer confidence, and continuity in turbulent markets.
Don’t wait for a default to realise the cost of being uninsured. Get your credit exposures reviewed. Explore tailored credit insurance solutions.
And most importantly, act before the window closes.
