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Four Countries Where Political Risk Is Rising

Risk Management

Four Countries Where Political Risk Is Rising

In its quarterly report on political risk, Aon downgraded the risk ratings of four nations.

By Vincent Ryan | October 17, 2017

Don’t Tell Me, Show Me

Don’t Tell Me, Show Me

The third-quarter Duke/CFO Business Outlook Survey finds CFOs will slow spending while awaiting a new president’s policy decisions.

By | October 12, 2016

A Foreign Government Blocks a Huge Customer Payment. Now What?

A Foreign Government Blocks a Huge Customer Payment. Now What?

If you're doing business overseas, you're subject to political risk. Being prepared is a key to minimizing the fallout.

By Marc Wagman | October 3, 2016

The Business of Politics

The Business of Politics

Second-quarter results from the Duke/CFO Business Outlook Survey reflect political uncertainty.

By | July 18, 2016

Contingency Plans in Focus After Baltimore Unrest

Contingency Plans in Focus After Baltimore Unrest

Businesses have to consider worst-case scenarios and evaluate plans for protecting employees and closing facilities, as well as review insurance coverage.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | May 7, 2015

Norway Ranked Least Risky for Supply Chains

Norway Ranked Least Risky for Supply Chains

Venezuela, on the other hand, was ranked most risky, thanks to an unstable economy, high inflation, and "malfunctioning markets."

By Matthew Heller | April 1, 2015

Instability in Oil-Producing Nations Endangers Economies

Instability in Oil-Producing Nations Endangers Economies

Political turmoil in the Middle East, Africa, and Russia will continue to cast a global economic shadow, says Aon.

By Matthew Heller | March 4, 2015

The Rise of Political Risk

The Rise of Political Risk

The bad news: the world is becoming a riskier place for business. The good news: political risk can be managed.

By Edward Teach | November 26, 2014