Late payments and unpaid invoices are more than an inconvenience — they can silently drain the life out of a growing business. Many SMEs in Hong Kong face the same challenge: chasing invoices, sending reminders, and still waiting. That is where bad debt becomes a serious business risk.

At Allianz Trade Hong Kong, we help SMEs turn uncertainty into protection. Trade credit insurance acts like a financial safeguard — stepping in when customers default, delay payment, or go insolvent. It does not replace due diligence, but it secures your revenue when things do not go as planned.

Why It Matters

A single unpaid invoice of HKD 150,000 with a 10 percent profit margin means you would need HKD 1.5 million in new sales just to recover. That is not a setback — that is a financial uphill climb.

Early Warning Signs SMEs Should Not Ignore

• Clients requesting unusually long payment terms

• Slow responses on invoice discussions

• Unexpected drop in order volume

• History of payment delays or unclear finances

If any of these are familiar, you may already be carrying credit risk without realising it.

How Trade Credit Insurance Helps

Trade Credit Insurance:

• Protects against bad debt and insolvency

• Enables safer credit terms for new and existing client

• Strengthens cash flow and financial stability

• Supports bank financing — insured receivables are seen as stronger assets

• Allows safer expansion into new and overseas markets

More Hong Kong businesses are now using trade credit insurance strategically, not as a last resort. When offering payment terms to new clients or entering unfamiliar markets, insured receivables allow you to move with confidence — not hesitation.

Final Insight

Risk is inevitable. Loss is not.

With the right protection in place, SMEs can pursue growth without fearing client default. Allianz Trade Hong Kong helps protect your cash flow — so you can protect your future.

About Allianz Trade

Allianz Trade is a leader in providing comprehensive insurance solutions for businesses across industries. With a strong focus on risk management, we help companies safeguard their financial health and build resilience in an ever-changing economy.

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