Business at OECD (BIAC), a group representing the main industrial lobbies and commercial chambers of member countries, has called for the down payment to be reduced again to 5%, permanently. It argues deals have been scuppered because private lenders have been unwilling to shoulder the 15% risk without cover in riskier countries.
For businesses, BIAC says in a position paper, “this adjustment would enhance competitiveness in high-risk markets, as companies would be able to offer more attractive financing terms without increasing their own commercial exposure”.
“It would also ensure that the projects remain viable and can proceed despite cash constraints on the part of the borrower, thereby supporting long-term trade relationships and contributing to development outcomes.”
Read Global Trade Review's article here: https://www.gtreview.com/magazine/gtr-issue-3-2026/rearranging-export-finance/.