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May 2, 2024
enews

Economic recovery stumbles, April CMI drops

NACM’s April Credit Managers’ Index (CMI) fell back to where it started in 2024 with a 3.1-point drop. Why it matters: Now sitting at 51.8, the Survey erased the major gains made in February and March.
May 2, 2024
eNews

How to read a credit report

A credit report is a statement that includes all credit activity, both current and past, including payment history, credit limits and debt. Credit reports help credit managers uncover a customer’s risk level and likelihood of getting paid on time.
May 2, 2024
eNews

Tackle difficult conversations with confidence

Credit managers have difficult conversations every day—whether that’s collection calls with customers, disagreements with sales or reporting to senior management. Why it matters: While most of us would prefer to sidestep conflict, for dynamic leaders in the workplace, this isn’t an option.
May 2, 2024
Enews

Credit card surge reshapes B2B trade

In recent years, credit cards have surged in popularity among customers within the B2B credit industry. Why it matters: Knowing why this trend is happening is critical for B2B trade creditors as it holds the potential to alter financial strategies and influence business operations.
May 1, 2024
Blog Post

Member Spotlight: Checking All the Boxes

In the B2B credit industry, continuous learning is essential. Credit professionals must master a wide range of topics, from financial analysis to customer service. Designations through NACM’s Professional Certification Program, offer a pathway to gaining the major skills and knowledge needed for this dynamic profession.
Apr 30, 2024

Member Spotlight: Achieving Credit Success

NACM’s Professional Certification Program gives all credit professionals tools for success. With six levels of certification, credit managers have a wide range of options to learn about—whether it is learning something completely new or brushing up on already acquired skills.
Apr 29, 2024
Week in Review

France faces economic headwinds: Budget and growth forecast cuts ahead

Economic growth in France is less than expected for this year with weaker consumer spending and investments, according to the central bank’s recent forecast. The European Commission cut its 2024 GDP growth forecast from 1.2% to 0.9%—as French manufacturing worsened toward the year-end of 2023.