Credit risk analysis--doing business with Latin American firms.(international section)

Business Credit, March, 2005 by Diana, Tom

Credit managers of U.S.-based companies usually face more challenges when doing business with firms located overseas. However, while the tasks of the credit managers may be more difficult in these situations, the potential financial gains for their companies may be worth the extra effort. Emerging markets in some countries may offer a lucrative area of new business opportunities for American companies.

Latin America offers a robust business climate for some areas of business, such as in the mining, manufacturing and agricultural sectors, which have done well over the last few ...