CRIF, a global leader in credit and risk solutions, has introduced the Tariff Impact Assessment Score, a new analytics tool aimed at helping companies evaluate the potential credit impact of recent U.S. tariffs, particularly in Asia. This score is integrated into CRIF’s business information reports and provides a data-driven assessment of how tariffs may affect a company’s creditworthiness, cash flow, and operational resilience. According to Novi Rolastuti, CRIF’s Regional Head of Sales for Business Information Services in Asia, this feature is designed to offer early insights into trade-related risks, enabling businesses to take proactive measures such as adjusting trade strategies or rebalancing supply chains.
The score is based on a multi-dimensional model that considers industry vulnerability, industry affiliation, company size, and specific exposure to the U.S. market. CRIF analysts use trade data, proprietary research, and structured investigations to assess risk, with particular attention to countries and sectors that heavily export to the U.S. and maintain trade deficits. The scoring tool supports businesses through three strategic phases: 1) early warning, 2) risk escalation, and 3) adaptation—helping clients monitor risks, trigger credit alerts, and adjust portfolios accordingly. This innovation is particularly valuable for multinational corporations, financial institutions, and export-oriented firms navigating the evolving global trade environment.
