The roundtable discussion hosted by GTR focused on the impact of rising interest rates on supply chain finance (SCF) and the evolving landscape of SCF assets. Participants from various financial institutions and platforms shared insights on the demand for SCF products, noting a decrease in utilization due to higher interest rates but an optimistic outlook as rates potentially decrease. The discussion also highlighted the challenges and opportunities in sustainability-linked SCF, with new regulations and investor expectations shaping the market. The potential for deep-tier SCF, particularly in China, was explored, emphasizing the need for technological and legal advancements for broader adoption. The roundtable underscored the importance of SCF in optimizing working capital and supporting smaller suppliers, especially in emerging markets.

A coal trader has successfully appealed in a legal dispute involving trade sanctions against JP Morgan. The case highlights the complexities and challenges in navigating international trade regulations and financial sanctions.

Executives from Balli Steel have been issued confiscation orders following their involvement in a trade finance fraud scheme. The legal proceedings highlight the severity of the fraud and the subsequent penalties imposed on the individuals involved.

The credit insurance industry, comprising major multinational insurers and professionals, has evolved significantly over the years. Key figures like Charles Berry, Benoît des Cressonnières, and Silja Calac share their career journeys and insights into the industry's transformation. Berry highlights the privatization and internationalization of the market, while des Cressonnières discusses the integration of major insurers and the impact of new technologies. Calac emphasizes the growing cooperation between banks and insurers. The future of credit insurance looks promising, with potential for significant growth and increased trust from financial institutions and regulators.

Sadek Reynolds is an artist from Mazatlan, Sinaloa, currently residing in Guadalajara. He transitioned from studying nursing at the University of Guadalajara to becoming a full-time painter. Reynolds creates cosmic, geometric, and fractal designs and has exhibited his work in Mexico, the U.S., and Panama. He describes his art as 'visionary' and often paints in altered mind states. Reynolds has worked with collectives and the Jalisco’s Culture Department through Ruta Plástica, facing challenges such as delayed payments. He prefers private sector work but deals with financial instability. His upcoming projects include a mural on Guadalajara train tracks about immigration and providing aid to migrants. Reynolds' recent exhibition was at the “Pacha Moma” museum in Irapuato, and his work can be seen in various locations in Guadalajara.

The article discusses the pervasive issue of violence against women in Mexico, highlighting that six out of ten Mexican women experience violence in their lifetimes. Futuro Jalisco, a political party, is emphasized for its commitment to include women in political decision-making and its feminist principles. The co-founder of Futuro, Susana Ochoa, speaks about the party's efforts to involve women, particularly mothers, in leadership roles. The article also mentions the Spotlight Initiative, a UN-sponsored program supported by President Andres Manual Lopez Obrador, which aims to combat gender violence in Mexico with a significant financial commitment. However, the article points out societal attitudes that blame women for the violence against them and mentions problematic statements from public officials. Ochoa criticizes these attitudes and calls for a re-evaluation of traditional gender roles to reduce domestic violence.