Handbook of Country Risk

The growth in international commerce and e-commerce has provided business with tremendous market opportunities. Recent events have, however, graphically re-emphasized the inherent risks associated with international commerce; showing how much economic, political and corporate failures directly affect local banks and businesses. This book will aid all those involved with international business to better understand and assess the stakes and business opportunities in both developed and emerging markets. The book contains three levels of information: 1. High-level specialist comment and analysis on major regional economic trends and political situations, and analysis of developing sectors and markets from a trading risk perspective. 2. 140 updated profiles of both emerging and developed countries including risk appreciation, major economic indicators, marketing analysis, potential and perspectives. 3. A short term and medium term at-a-glance risk rating for each of 140 countries.