ICC renames Trade Register to Global Trade Intelligence Report to reflect broader scope
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On 5 August, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) announced that its flagship Trade Register will be renamed the ICC Global Trade Intelligence Report.
This new identity highlights the report’s shift from a focus on trade finance risk data to a comprehensive source of intelligence on how global trade reacts to geopolitical events, economic changes, and market disruptions.
Tomasch Kubiak, Policy Manager of the ICC Global Banking Commission, said, “For more than a decade, the ICC Trade Register has provided trusted data and insights on trade finance risk and performance. Today, institutions need more than data, they need intelligence. The new ICC Global Trade Intelligence Report reflects that shift, combining industry-leading analysis with deeper insight into the trends, risks, and developments shaping global trade.”
Evolution of the report since 2008
Since its inception in 2008, the ICC Trade Register has established itself as a leading industry benchmark and analytical resource for trade finance.
It has provided banks, regulators, and market participants with robust data and insights on the performance and resilience of trade finance products.
The report now provides in-depth analysis for decision-makers in global trade, while still focusing on essential risk metrics.
Beyond risk benchmarks: The 2026 edition
The 2026 ICC Global Trade Intelligence Report will combine detailed trade finance risk benchmarks, featuring updated default and recovery rates, with analysis of the geopolitical, economic, and policy factors affecting global trade.
Building on more than 15 years of industry data, the report will offer insights into evolving trade corridors, regional market dynamics, and trade resilience. It combines performance data with contextual analysis to help decision-makers understand not only what is happening in global markets but also why.
The 2026 edition will continue to offer tailored insights via a Global Overview Report, regional reports, and product-specific reports. The first edition with the new name is set to launch in September 2026.
Samuel Mathew, Chair of the ICC Global Trade Intelligence Steering Group and Managing Director, Head of Documentary Trade at Standard Chartered, said, “The ICC Global Trade Intelligence Report, formerly the ICC Trade Register, was founded on a simple principle that better data leads to better business and risk decisions. As global trade faces increasing uncertainty and complexity, the report provides a unique, data-driven perspective on trade finance performance, risk, and market evolution. By harnessing the collective experience of participating institutions, it equips industry leaders, policymakers, and investors with the insights needed to support sustainable growth in international trade.”
BBVA and Intesa Sanpaolo have joined the ICC Global Trade Intelligence Report as new contributing members.
This increases the total number of global banks involved to 22 and is likely to improve the report’s coverage across products, markets, and regions, broadening its analytical scope.