Business information: Trade smarter

A unique window of insights into businesses worldwide with iCON by

Trade smarter with business intelligence from iCON by Coface

We combine the data available in the global business information market with analysis from our credit insurance business. Data that our 700 experts enrich with strategic information that sometimes remains confidential but is taken into account in the analyses we have developed to support your decision-making. Giving you a unique window into the world of business.

Mitigate your credit risks

Define your best investment strategy or accept new buyers with the right payment terms relying on our Score

Why choose iCON by Coface as your information provider?

With more than 75 years of expertise in the trade credit insurance business, Coface helps companies to better manage their risks globally:

  • A global foot print with access to insights in 200 countries.
  • Macroeconomic researchers for sectoral analysis and understanding of economic environments.
  • Over 450,000 information reports per month are added to our database.
  • Deep expertise, with over 700 underwriters and risk analysts. Supporting more than €650bll of underwritten risk

Benefiting from Coface business intelligence

Having strategic and useful information at the right time gives you a decisive competitive advantage. Coface provides you with insights that enable you to anticipate and prevent non-payment, to secure your investments and supplies, or to expand in new markets with confidence. Whether it is Prospecting, Credit Management, Supply Chain Security, Financial Audit or accelerating your KYC processes. iCON by Coface support your needs and decision making.

  • Risk Analysis

    Coface provides you with the information, analysis and advice you need to simplify your credit assessments and enable you to offer the right terms to the right customers.

  • Drive Growth

    What new markets could you enter? What are the risks of doing so? How reliable are your export partners? Go further and with confidence thanks to Coface's information and insights.

  • Ensure Operational Continuity

    COFACE's business intelligence allows you to monitor the financial quality of your suppliers to avoid any break in the supply chain.

Quick access to business intelligence online

iCON by Coface

Welcome to the future of informed decision-making! Explore the power of iCON by Coface. 

 

• Our cutting-edge platform transforms data into actionable insights, offering real-time information, credit scores, economic analyses, and more. 

 

• Elevate your business strategy, manage risks effectively, and stay ahead of the competition. 

 

• Discover a world of possibilities with 'iCON by Coface' – where information becomes your competitive advantage.

Coface API portal

We provide web data exchange solutions (API) tailored to your company’s needs so you can manage your Coface credit insurance contract within your own tools.

 

Whether you opt for a simple technical solution or all-inclusive integration, you can connect your company directly to the information provided by Coface allowing you to focus on key risks securely and reliably.

 

Explore Coface API catalogue: integrated solutions for Trade Credit Insurance and business information.

URBA360

URBA360 is an intuitive and interactive web application that provides access to Coface's exclusive data for assessing commercial risk worldwide.

 

Accessible via the iCON by Coface platform, URBA360 enables users to explore indicators such as the Coface Score, @Credit Opinion and country or sector risk assessments.

Frequently Asked Questions about Business Information

Business information: know better, grow better!

How can you assess the financial health of a partner when extending trade credit? What are the solutions available to anticipate a potential non-payment by a partner? What are the best market opportunities for developing your business while cutting back on risk? Coface's information services help you make informed decisions, so you can control commercial risk and open up new growth opportunities.