The Handbook of Country Risk 2003

* Trading and credit risk analysis and rating for over 140 countries* Unique at-a-glance country risk rating system* Evaluates market potential and payment default probabilities* Invaluable resource for any company engaged in international tradeRecent events in New York, the Middle East, Argentina, and across world economies have re-emphasized the inherent risks associated with international commerce; showing again how much economic, political and corporate failures directly affect the financial health of local banks and business. This handbook provides information and analysis to assist in managing such risk.Information is arranged in three levels: 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 and 3. A short term and medium term at-a-glance risk rating for each of 140 countries.This book will aid those involved with international business to better understand and assess the stakes and business opportunities in both developed and emerging markets.