55% of micro-enterprises and SMEs have already turned down a contract or a client for fear of non-payment. This figure is telling of the current situation: in an environment where cash flow, financing and customer risk are weighing more heavily on decision-making, securing business growth has become a key priority.
Drawing on the findings of our 2026 Barometer, this L'Éco en Direct webinar offers useful insights and practical solutions to help you manage your business with greater peace of mind.
On the agenda:
- An overview of major economic trends
- Key findings from the Coface 2026 SME Barometer
- Sharing best practices and solutions to better manage your risks and secure your growth
This roundtable will combine Coface’s economic expertise and knowledge of the business market with the on-the-ground experience of In Extenso, a leader in accounting, consultancy and services dedicated to micro-enterprises and SMEs.
With the participation of:
- Laurent David (Moderator) Managing Director | Les Echos Etudes
- Bruno De Moura Fernandes Head of Macroeconomic Research | Coface
- Stéphanie Jedrasiak Director of Direct Network Sales | Coface
- Frank Lamotte Managing Director | In Extenso
This webinar will enable you to:
- Understand current economic dynamics and their impacts
- Take stock of the main concerns of micro-enterprise and SME leaders
- Gain a clearer understanding of the challenges related to cash flow and financing
- Anticipate risky situations and make more confident decisions.


