{"id":32767,"date":"2026-10-16T13:51:17","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T11:51:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trends-business-information.be\/faq-knowledge-base"},"modified":"2026-10-19T13:46:54","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T11:46:54","slug":"faq-knowledge-base","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/trends-business-information.be\/en\/faq-knowledge-base","title":{"rendered":"FAQ &#038; Knowledge Base"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"32767\" class=\"elementor elementor-32767 elementor-31283\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38d900d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"38d900d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ee12150 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ee12150\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c33bc9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4c33bc9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">FAQ &amp; Knowledge Base<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b4efb68 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b4efb68\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Find answers, guides, and insights on company information, financial data, and solutions from Trends Business Information.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-feb4445 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"feb4445\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"faq-search\">\r\n  <svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-search\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M505 442.7L405.3 343c-4.5-4.5-10.6-7-17-7H372c27.6-35.3 44-79.7 44-128C416 93.1 322.9 0 208 0S0 93.1 0 208s93.1 208 208 208c48.3 0 92.7-16.4 128-44v16.3c0 6.4 2.5 12.5 7 17l99.7 99.7c9.4 9.4 24.6 9.4 33.9 0l28.3-28.3c9.4-9.4 9.4-24.6.1-34zM208 336c-70.7 0-128-57.2-128-128 0-70.7 57.2-128 128-128 70.7 0 128 57.2 128 128 0 70.7-57.2 128-128 128z\"><\/path><\/svg>\r\n  <input type=\"text\" id=\"faq-search-input\" class=\"faq-search__input\" placeholder=\"Search the frequently asked questions\u2026\" autocomplete=\"off\" role=\"combobox\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-search-results\" aria-autocomplete=\"list\">\r\n  <ul id=\"faq-search-results\" class=\"faq-search__results\" role=\"listbox\" hidden=\"\"><\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e0f9e47 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e0f9e47\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e178b33 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"e178b33\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"statistieken-btns\">\r\n<a href=\"#faq\" class=\"e-filter-item\" aria-pressed=\"false\">Go to FAQ<\/a>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5796a68 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5796a68\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc632fc black elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cc632fc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Need help?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3307867 black elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3307867\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Can\u2019t find the answer you\u2019re looking for or have a specific question? 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Lawful Use\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<button id=\"Product- en accountvragen\" data-tab-title-id=\"e-n-tab-title-7403455513\" class=\"e-n-tab-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab-index=\"13\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"e-n-tab-content-7403455513\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 13;\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"e-n-tab-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\tProduct &amp; Account FAQs\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-740345551\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"Bedrijven zoeken en identificeren\" data-tab-index=\"1\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 1;\" class=\"e-active elementor-element elementor-element-124f95c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"124f95c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eb0e0f5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"eb0e0f5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"faq-wrap\">\r\n  <div class=\"faq\">\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is company data?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Company data consists of official identification and basic information used to legally and administratively identify a business.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>This includes:<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Company registration number & VAT number<\/li>\r\n            <li>Legal form & date of incorporation<\/li>\r\n            <li>Registered office & business establishment units<\/li>\r\n            <li>Business activities & NACE codes<\/li>\r\n            <li>Directors, mandates & legal deeds<\/li>\r\n            <li>Company status (Active, Ceased operations, Dissolved or Bankrupt)<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Why look up company information?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Company information helps you accurately identify businesses, avoid errors, and make better-informed business decisions.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>Before engaging with a new customer, supplier, or prospect, it is important to verify which legal entity you are doing business with. Accurate identification supports efficient invoicing, contract management, credit checks, compliance, prospecting and portfolio management. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How do I look up a company?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A company can be searched by using its company registration number, VAT number, company name, address or other unique identification details.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>A company registration number or VAT number is generally the most reliable way to search for a business. When searching by name, it is important to also verify the company\u2019s location (address), legal form and business activities, as different companies may have similar names.  <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a VAT number?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A VAT number is the identification number of a business registered for Value Added Tax (VAT). It is used for invoicing, VAT returns and business transactions within Belgium and the European Union. <\/p>\r\n          <p>In Belgium, the VAT number is the same as the ten-digit company registration number (CBE number), preceded by the country code \u201cBE\u201d. Not every company with a registration number is automatically subject to VAT: the number must first be activated with the VAT authorities. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a CBE number?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A CBE number is the unique identification number assigned to a company or organisation registered in the Belgian Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (CBE). It consists of ten digits and is also known as the company registration number.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>The CBE number is linked to official company information, such as the company\u2019s name, address, legal form, business activities and status.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is the difference between a company registration number and a VAT number?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>The company registration number identifies the business in the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (CBE). The VAT number is the same underlying number, preceded by the country code \u201cBE\u201d, when the company is registered for VAT.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How do I check whether a company is active?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Check the company\u2019s current status, registered business activities, business establishment units and recent legal publications.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>An active registration does not necessarily mean that all business activities are still operational. Therefore, check the official status alongside recent publications, financial information and other up-to-date indicators. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Can I also look up a foreign company?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Yes, international company information can be accessed through foreign business registers and specialised data partners.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>The information available varies by country, as local disclosure requirements, business registers and accounting regulations differ.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How do I find previous company names?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>You can find previous company names by checking a company\u2019s historical records. Search for the company using its company registration number, then review the available names along with their corresponding start and end dates.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Through the CBE Public Search, you can find a company\u2019s registered names and their respective start dates. This allows you to check whether and when its official name or trade name has changed. Publications in the Belgian Official Gazette may also provide additional information about name changes. For a quick overview of a company\u2019s history, you can consult business information providers.   <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a NACE code?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A NACE code is a code that identifies a company\u2019s economic activity. In Belgium, the NACE-BEL classification is used for this purpose.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>A company can have multiple NACE codes if it carries out different business activities. These codes are used for administrative purposes, statistics and business analysis. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a LEI number?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is a unique international code used to identify legal entities participating in financial transactions.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a NSSO number?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A NSSO number is an identification number used in the relationship between employers and the National Social Security Office (NSSO) in Belgium.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\r\n{\r\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\r\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\r\n  \"mainEntity\": [\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Wat zijn bedrijfsgegevens?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Bedrijfsgegevens zijn offici\u00eble identificatie- en basisgegevens waarmee een onderneming juridisch en administratief kan worden herkend. Denk hierbij aan: Ondernemingsnummer en BTW nummer; Juridische vorm en oprichtingsdatum; Maatschappelijke zetel en vestigingseenheden; Activiteit en NACE-codes; Bestuurders, mandaten en aktes; Status van de onderneming (actief, stopgezet, ontbonden of faillissement).\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Waarom bedrijfsgegevens opzoeken?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Bedrijfsgegevens helpen je om ondernemingen correct te identificeren, fouten te vermijden en zakelijke beslissingen beter te onderbouwen. Voor een nieuwe klant, leverancier of prospect is het belangrijk om vooraf na te gaan met welke juridische entiteit je zaken doet. Een correcte identificatie ondersteund vlotte facturatie, contractbeheer, kredietcontrole, compliance, prospectie en portefeuillebeheer.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Hoe zoek ik een bedrijf op?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Een onderneming kan worden opgezocht op ondernemingsnummer, BTW nummer, bedrijfsnaam, adres of andere unieke identificatiegegevens. Een ondernemingsnummer of BTW nummer is doorgaans de betrouwbaarste zoekingang. Bij zoekopdrachten op naam is het belangrijk om ook de locatie (adres), juridische vorm en activiteit van de onderneming te controleren. Dit omdat verschillende ondernemingen een vergelijkbare naam kunnen hebben.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Wat is een BTW nummer?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Een BTW nummer is het identificatienummer van een onderneming die voor de belasting over de toegevoegde waarde is geregistreerd. Het wordt gebruikt voor onder meer facturatie, btw-aangiften en zakelijke transacties binnen Belgi\u00eb en de Europese Unie. In Belgi\u00eb is het btw-nummer gelijk aan het tiencijferige ondernemingsnummer of KBO-nummer, voorafgegaan door de landcode \u201cBE\u201d. 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Aan het KBO-nummer zijn offici\u00eble bedrijfsgegevens gekoppeld, zoals de naam, het adres, de rechtsvorm, de activiteiten en de status van de onderneming.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Wat is het verschil tussen een ondernemingsnummer en een btw-nummer?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Het ondernemingsnummer identificeert de onderneming bij de Kruispuntbank van Ondernemingen (KBO) Het BTW nummer is hetzelfde basisnummer, voorafgegaan door de landcode BE, wanneer de onderneming BTW-plichtig is.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Hoe controleer ik of een onderneming actief is?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Controleer de actuele ondernemingsstatus, de geregistreerde activiteiten, de vestigingseenheden en recente juridische publicaties. Een actieve registratie betekent niet automatisch dat alle activiteiten nog operationeel zijn. Combineer daarom de offici\u00eble status met recente publicaties, financi\u00eble informatie en andere actuele signalen.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Kan ik ook een buitenlandse onderneming opzoeken?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Ja, internationale bedrijfsinformatie kan via buitenlandse registers en gespecialiseerde datapartners worden geraadpleegd. De beschikbare gegevens verschillen per land omdat lokale publicatieverplichtingen, registers en boekhoudregels niet overal gelijk zijn.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Hoe vind ik vroegere bedrijfsnamen?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Vroegere bedrijfsnamen kun je terugvinden via de historiek van een onderneming. Zoek de onderneming op aan de hand van haar ondernemingsnummer en raadpleeg vervolgens de beschikbare benamingen en de bijbehorende begin- en einddata. Via KBO Public Search vind je de geregistreerde benamingen van een onderneming met hun begindatum. Zo kun je nagaan of en wanneer de offici\u00eble naam of handelsnaam is gewijzigd. Ook publicaties in het Belgisch Staatsblad kunnen aanvullende informatie bevatten over naamswijzigingen. Heb je graag een snel overzicht van de historiek van een bedrijf, dan kan je terecht bij leveranciers van handelsinformatie.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Wat is een NACE-code?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Een NACE-code is een code die de economische activiteit van een onderneming aanduidt. In Belgi\u00eb wordt hiervoor de NACE-BEL-classificatie gebruikt. 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Creditworthiness translates that condition into the level of risk for customers, suppliers, lenders or other business partners. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How do I check a company\u2019s creditworthiness?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Assess multiple financial, legal and operational indicators together. A single financial ratio or set of annual accounts is generally not sufficient to provide a complete picture.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Review information such as:<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Trends in revenue and financial performance<\/li>\r\n            <li>Solvency, liquidity & profitability<\/li>\r\n            <li>Equity & debt structure<\/li>\r\n            <li>Historical payment behaviour<\/li>\r\n            <li>Credit score & credit recommendations<\/li>\r\n            <li>Bankruptcies, judicial reorganisations & other legal risk indicators<\/li>\r\n            <li>Changes in management & corporate structure<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Why is it important to check creditworthiness?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A credit check helps minimise losses, determine payment terms and better assess new business relationships.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a credit score?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A credit score is a standardised risk assessment that combines multiple data points and indicators to evaluate the likelihood of financial difficulties.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>The methodology used varies by provider. A credit score should therefore always be interpreted alongside the underlying data, its recency and the relevant context. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a credit recommendation?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A credit recommendation translates available company information into practical guidance on whether to responsibly establish or expand a business relationship.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a credit limit?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A credit limit is the maximum amount of outstanding customer credit considered acceptable based on the risk profile.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How do I identify increased credit risk?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Negative trends, payment difficulties and recent legal or management-related developments may indicate increased credit risk.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>This includes:<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Declining equity or recurring losses<\/li>\r\n            <li>Negative cash flow or liquidity pressure<\/li>\r\n            <li>Late filing of annual accounts<\/li>\r\n            <li>Increasing payment terms<\/li>\r\n            <li>Judicial reorganisation or warning signs of bankruptcy<\/li>\r\n            <li>Frequent changes in management or business address<\/li>\r\n            <li>Deterioration in credit score or credit recommendation<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Which factors determine creditworthiness?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A company\u2019s creditworthiness indicates its ability to meet its financial obligations on time. The assessment is generally based on a combination of financial, legal and operational data.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Key factors include:<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Liquidity: Can the company pay its short-term debts?<\/li>\r\n            <li>Solvency: Does the company have sufficient equity to absorb financial setbacks?<\/li>\r\n            <li>Profitability: Is the company sufficiently profitable?<\/li>\r\n            <li>Debt Burden: How significant are the company\u2019s financial obligations relative to its revenue and assets?<\/li>\r\n            <li>Payment behaviour: Are invoices and other financial obligations paid on time?<\/li>\r\n            <li>Trends in annual accounts: Are revenue, profit, cash flow and balance sheet structure improving or deteriorating?<\/li>\r\n            <li>Company age and continuity: How long has the company been in business and how stable is its track record?<\/li>\r\n            <li>Legal risk indicators: Have there been any bankruptcies, judicial reorganisations, asset seizures or other adverse legal events?<\/li>\r\n            <li>Sector and market conditions: What risks are associated with the sector in which the company operates?<\/li>\r\n            <li>Management and corporate structure: Have there been any significant changes in directors, shareholders or business locations?<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>A reliable credit assessment considers the entire company profile and how it evolves over time, rather than relying on a single figure. A credit score or risk score summarises these various factors and helps compare companies. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How often should creditworthiness be reassessed?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Creditworthiness is not static. A company\u2019s financial situation can change due to new annual financial figures, payment difficulties, changes in management, legal events or shifts in market conditions.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>It is therefore advisable to reassess creditworthiness:<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>at least annually, for example after the publication of new annual accounts;<\/li>\r\n            <li>more frequently for key customers, suppliers or higher credit limits;<\/li>\r\n            <li>immediately if warning signs arise, such as late payments, negative reports, changes in management or legal proceedings.<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>For companies with a higher risk profile, continuous monitoring is recommended. This allows changes to be detected more quickly and credit terms to be adjusted in a timely manner. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How do I interpret historical payment behaviour?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Historical payment behaviour provides insight into how consistently a company has met its payment obligations on time in the past. Frequent or increasing payment delays may indicate liquidity problems and a higher risk of late payment or default. A stable payment history is generally a more positive indicator.<br\/>  <\/p>\r\n          <p>Focus primarily on trends: a sustained deterioration is more significant than a single isolated incident. Also consider the industry, standard payment terms and how up to date the information is.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Never assess payment behaviour in isolation. Combine it with the credit score, credit recommendation, financial ratios, debt structure and any legal or administrative issues. This provides a more complete and objective picture of the creditworthiness of a customer, prospect or supplier.  <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\r\n{\r\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\r\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\r\n  \"mainEntity\": [\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Wat is kredietwaardigheid?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Kredietwaardigheid geeft aan in welke mate een onderneming naar verwachting haar financi\u00eble verplichtingen correct en tijdig kan nakomen.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Wat is het verschil tussen kredietwaardigheid en financi\u00eble gezondheid?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Financi\u00eble gezondheid beschrijft de algemene financi\u00eble toestand van een onderneming. 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Het is daarom aangewezen om de kredietwaardigheid: minstens jaarlijks te herbekijken, bijvoorbeeld na de publicatie van een nieuwe jaarrekening;; vaker te controleren bij belangrijke klanten, leveranciers of hogere kredietlimieten;; onmiddellijk opnieuw te beoordelen bij waarschuwingssignalen, zoals laattijdige betalingen, negatieve publicaties, een wijziging in het bestuur of een gerechtelijke procedure.. Voor ondernemingen met een verhoogd risicoprofiel is continue monitoring aangewezen. Zo kunnen veranderingen sneller worden gedetecteerd en kunnen kredietvoorwaarden tijdig worden aangepast.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Hoe interpreteer ik historisch betaalgedrag?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Historisch betaalgedrag geeft inzicht in de mate waarin een onderneming haar betalingsverplichtingen in het verleden tijdig nakwam. Regelmatige of oplopende betalingsachterstanden kunnen wijzen op liquiditeitsproblemen en een verhoogd risico op laattijdige betaling of wanbetaling. Een stabiel betaalpatroon is doorgaans een positiever signaal. Kijk vooral naar de evolutie: een structurele verslechtering weegt zwaarder dan \u00e9\u00e9n alleenstaand incident. Houd ook rekening met de sector, de gebruikelijke betalingstermijnen en de actualiteit van de gegevens. Beoordeel betaalgedrag nooit afzonderlijk. Combineer het met de kredietscore, het kredietadvies, financi\u00eble ratio\u2019s, de schuldenstructuur en eventuele juridische of administratieve incidenten. Zo krijg je een vollediger en objectiever beeld van de kredietwaardigheid van een klant, prospect of leverancier.\"\r\n      }\r\n    }\r\n  ]\r\n}\r\n<\/script>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-740345553\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"Jaarrekening en financi\u00eble cijfers\" data-tab-index=\"3\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-a7a201a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a7a201a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-14eb7d8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"14eb7d8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"faq-wrap\">\r\n  <div class=\"faq\">\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is an annual accounts?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Annual accounts are official financial documents that present a company\u2019s financial position and performance over a financial year.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>Annual accounts contain the following components:<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Balance sheet (Assets, Liabilities & Equity)<\/li>\r\n            <li>Income statement (Revenue, Expenses & Profit or Loss)<\/li>\r\n            <li>Notes to the annual accounts (Additional information & Accounting policies)<\/li>\r\n            <li>Social balance sheet (Employee information, where applicable)<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What does a balance sheet consist of?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>The balance sheet consists of assets and liabilities. Assets show what resources the company owns, while liabilities and equity show how those resources are financed.<br\/>  <\/p>\r\n          <p>More specifically:<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Fixed assets (Resources typically used for more than one year)<\/li>\r\n            <li>Current assets (Inventories, Trade receivables & Cash and Cash equivalents)<\/li>\r\n            <li>Equity (Contributed capital & Retained earnings)<\/li>\r\n            <li>Debt capital (Short-term & Long-term liabilities)<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is an income statement?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>The income statement presents the revenue and expenses for the financial year and shows whether the company has made a profit or incurred a loss.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Why are annual accounts important?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Annual accounts help assess a company\u2019s financial health, performance trends and risk profile.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>These figures are relevant to shareholders, banks, customers, suppliers, investors and other business partners. Analysing financial data over several financial years generally provides more insight than examining a single year in isolation. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What are consolidated annual accounts?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Consolidated annual accounts present the financial position and results of a group of companies as if the group were a single economic entity.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>They combine the financial figures of a parent company and its subsidiaries, eliminating intra-group transactions.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Who is required to file annual accounts?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>The obligation to file annual accounts depends on the legal form, size and statutory characteristics of the company or organisation.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>The applicable criteria and reporting formats may change. Therefore, always consult the latest guidelines issued by the National Bank of Belgium (NBB). <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Why are revenue figures missing for some companies?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Not all companies report their financial figures in the same way. This depends on factors such as the annual accounts format used, the company\u2019s legal form and its disclosure requirements. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Why are financial figures sometimes more than one year old?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Annual accounts are only prepared, approved and filed after the end of the financial year. As a result, there is always some delay between a company\u2019s actual financial situation and its most recently published financial figures. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How do I compare annual accounts over multiple years?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Compare the same financial items across several consecutive financial years. Look beyond the absolute figures and focus on trends in revenue, operating profit, net profit, equity, debt and liquidity. <\/p>\r\n          <p>When comparing financial figures, also take into account changes in the length of the financial year, the reporting formats used and exceptional income or expenses. Trends Business Information brings together annual accounts from different financial years and financial ratios, making it easier to identify trends over time. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Where can I access a company\u2019s annual accounts?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Belgian annual accounts are filed with and published by the Central Balance Sheet Office of the National Bank of Belgium (NBB). You can access a company\u2019s officially published annual accounts there.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Through Trends Business Information\u2019s solutions, you can access this data alongside previous annual accounts, financial ratios and other company information in one comprehensive overview. This makes it easier to analyse a company\u2019s financial health and creditworthiness. Not every company is required to publish annual accounts. For example, this obligation generally does not apply to self-employed individuals and sole proprietorships.   <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">When are annual accounts published?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A company required to publish annual accounts must first have them approved by the general meeting of shareholders. In principle, this meeting must take place no later than six months after the end of the financial year.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>The annual accounts must then be filed with the Central Balance Sheet Office of the National Bank of Belgium within 30 days of approval and no later than seven months after the end of the financial year. For a company whose financial year ends on 31 December, the filing deadline is therefore generally the end of July of the following calendar year. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is equity?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Equity consists of the funds contributed to a company by its owners or shareholders, together with profits retained in the business. Losses from previous years reduce equity. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is revenue?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Revenue is the total income a company generates from its normal business activities during a financial year, before deducting the associated costs. Revenue provides an indication of the company\u2019s size and level of commercial activity. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is operating profit?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Operating profit reflects the result of a company\u2019s ordinary operating activities. It is calculated by deducting operating expenses from operating income. Financial income, financial expenses and taxes are generally not included in this calculation.  <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is net profit?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Net profit, also known as the net result, is the final amount remaining after all operating, financial and other expenses, as well as taxes, have been deducted from revenue. 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     <p>Financial ratios are metrics that compare financial figures to assess a company\u2019s financial health, performance and risks.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>Financial ratios are best analysed together and compared over multiple years, against companies in the same industry, and in the context of the company\u2019s specific circumstances.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is liquidity?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Liquidity indicates a company\u2019s ability to meet its short-term financial obligations.<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Current ratio = Current assets \/ Current Liabilities<\/li>\r\n            <li>Quick Ratio = (Current assets \u2212 Inventories) \/ Current liabilities<\/li>\r\n            <li>Net Working Capital = Current assets \u2212 Current liabilities<\/li>\r\n       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Excessively high liquidity may also indicate that resources are not being used productively enough. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is solvency?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Solvency indicates what proportion of a company is financed by equity and how much of a financial buffer is available to absorb losses.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>The most commonly used formula is: Equity \/ Total assets \u00d7 100. A higher ratio generally indicates greater financial independence, but it should be assessed in relation to the industry, growth and capital requirements. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is profitability?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Profitability measures a company\u2019s ability to generate profit relative to the capital employed, revenue or other relevant financial metrics.<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Return on Equity (ROE)<\/li>\r\n            <li>Return on Total Assets (ROA)<\/li>\r\n            <li>Profit Margin on Revenue<\/li>\r\n            <li>Operating Profitability<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is cash flow?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Cash flow is the amount of cash a company generates or uses over a given period.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>Profit and cash flow are not the same. Profit also includes non-cash expenses, such as depreciation. Cash flow focuses on the movement of cash and a company\u2019s ability to repay debts, finance investments and build financial reserves.  <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How is cash flow calculated?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A simplified approach is to add depreciation and amortisation to net profit after tax. For a complete cash flow analysis, cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities are examined separately. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is operating cash flow?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Operating cash flow is the cash flow generated by a company\u2019s normal business activities.<\/p>\r\n          <p>A commonly used approach is: operating profit plus depreciation and amortisation, adjusted for changes in working capital.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is working capital?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Working capital is the difference between current assets and current liabilities. It indicates how much financial flexibility is available to support day-to-day operations. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is days sales outstanding (DSO)?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) indicates the average number of days customers take to pay their invoices.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>An increasing DSO may indicate slower payments, weaker accounts receivable management, or a change in the customer mix. Always compare trends against payment terms and industry benchmarks. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is days payable outstanding (DPO)?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Days Payable Outstanding (DPO) indicates the average number of days a company takes to pay its suppliers\u2019 invoices.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>A high DPO can be beneficial for cash flow, but it may also indicate payment difficulties. 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is a company director?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Directors help shape company policy and represent the company within the powers defined by law and its articles of association.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How do I look up a company\u2019s directors?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Company directors can be identified using the company registration number, company name and official publications relating to directorships and articles of association.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is the difference between a director, managing director and shareholder?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A director makes management decisions, a shareholder owns shares 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class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Changes in management may indicate normal succession, a new strategy, restructuring, changes in ownership or increased uncertainty.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>A single change is not necessarily positive or negative. Its significance also depends on the frequency and timing of changes, as well as any accompanying financial or legal indicators. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a parent company?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A parent company is a company that exercises control over one or more subsidiaries.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How do I identify a corporate group?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A corporate group is a collection of legally separate companies that are connected through ownership, control or management.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a UBO (Ultimate Beneficial Owner)?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>An Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) is a natural person who ultimately owns or exercises control over a legal entity.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Can I access information about former directors?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Yes. Through Trends Business Information, you can access not only a company\u2019s current directors but also its directorship history. This provides insight into former directors, previous appointments and changes in the company\u2019s management.  <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a mandate?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A mandate is an official role held by an individual or legal entity within a company or organisation. Examples include director, managing director, chair of the board of directors, etc.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>For a mandate, the role, start date and, where applicable, end date are generally recorded. An individual may hold multiple mandates in different companies. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a subsidiary?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A subsidiary is a company that is directly or indirectly controlled by another company, known as the parent company. This control may arise, for example, from holding a majority of the voting rights or having the authority to determine the company\u2019s management.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Subsidiaries are part of a larger corporate group and may be included in consolidated annual accounts.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is an amendment to the articles of association?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>An amendment to the articles of association is an official change to the fundamental rules governing a company or association. 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bankruptcy?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Bankruptcy is a court-supervised insolvency procedure for a company that has permanently ceased making payments and has lost the confidence of its creditors.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is judicial reorganisation?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Judicial reorganisation is a procedure under Book XX of the Belgian Code of Economic Law that can provide a company in financial difficulty with time and protection to preserve all or part of its business operations.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is the difference between bankruptcy and judicial reorganisation?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Bankruptcy is aimed at liquidating a company that is structurally unable to meet its financial obligations. Judicial reorganisation seeks to preserve the continuity of a viable business activity. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Who can be declared bankrupt?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Book XX applies a broad definition of a business. As a result, not only traditional commercial companies but also other types of businesses may fall under insolvency regulations. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What are the warning signs of bankruptcy?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Financial difficulties often develop gradually and may become apparent through a series of warning signs.<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Persistent losses<\/li>\r\n            <li>Negative equity<\/li>\r\n            <li>Liquidity problems<\/li>\r\n            <li>Late payments<\/li>\r\n            <li>Debt collection cases or legal proceedings<\/li>\r\n            <li>Late or missing annual accounts<\/li>\r\n            <li>Negative credit recommendations<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How can I stay informed about bankruptcies and judicial reorganisations?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Company monitoring and alerts can automatically flag relevant legal changes, eliminating the need to continuously check customer or supplier portfolios manually.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What does dissolution mean?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Dissolution is the legal decision to terminate a company, association or other legal entity. Following dissolution, the organisation generally ceases its normal business activities and typically enters the liquidation phase.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Dissolution may be voluntary, for example by a decision of the shareholders, but it can also occur by court order or by operation of law. The company does not necessarily cease to exist immediately: during liquidation, it retains its legal personality to the extent necessary to settle its assets and liabilities.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Dissolution does not automatically mean that a company is bankrupt. It may, for example, result from a voluntary business closure, restructuring or the fulfilment of its statutory purpose. Within Trends Business Information, dissolution is nevertheless considered a significant change in company status that warrants further investigation.  <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What does liquidation mean?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Liquidation is the phase that generally follows the dissolution of a legal entity. During this phase, assets are sold or distributed, outstanding receivables are collected and debts are settled. A liquidator is responsible for managing this process.<br\/>  <\/p>\r\n          <p>As long as the liquidation process has not been completed, the legal entity continues to exist, but solely for the purpose of settling its assets and liabilities. Once the liquidation is completed, the legal entity permanently ceases to exist.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>A company in liquidation is not necessarily bankrupt. In principle, liquidation assumes that creditors can be paid in accordance with the legally established order of priority. If it becomes apparent that the company is unable to meet its financial obligations, insolvency or bankruptcy proceedings may still follow. The status \u2018in liquidation\u2019 is therefore an important factor to consider when assessing a business relationship.   <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What does cessation of business activities mean?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Cessation means that a business fully or partially discontinues its activities. For a sole proprietorship, this may coincide with the closure of the business. For a company, a distinction must be made between the cessation of business activities and the legal termination of the entity.<br\/>  <\/p>\r\n          <p>For example, a company may have already ceased its commercial activities while still legally existing, whether or not it is undergoing dissolution or liquidation. Conversely, only a single business establishment unit or activity may be discontinued while the company itself remains active.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Therefore, always check exactly which status has changed: the business activity, a business establishment unit or the legal entity itself. Cessations and status changes are recorded in the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (CBE) and can be viewed in the broader company context through Trends Business Information. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Where are bankruptcies published?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Bankruptcy judgments are officially published in the Belgian Official Gazette. The publication generally includes the name and company registration number of the bankrupt company, the date of the judgment, the competent Enterprise Court and the appointed bankruptcy trustee.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Trends Business Information processes information from sources including the Belgian Official Gazette, Enterprise Courts, RegSol and other official sources.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How do I check whether a company is bankrupt?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Look up the company using its company registration number. This helps avoid confusion with companies that have similar trade names.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Through Trends Business Information, you can access the company\u2019s current legal status, bankruptcy information and relevant court judgments in its company report.<\/p>\r\n          <p>You can also check whether a company has been declared bankrupt through the Belgian Official Gazette.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What are the warning signs of insolvency?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Insolvency usually does not occur overnight. Several financial, legal or administrative warning signs are often visible beforehand.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Possible warning signs include:<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Negative or sharply declining equity;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Recurring losses and negative cash flow;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Deteriorating liquidity or solvency;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Late or missing annual accounts;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Increasing payment arrears;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Debt collection cases, summonses, or other legal proceedings;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Changes in legal status or frequent changes in management;<\/li>\r\n            <li>A declining credit score or a negative credit recommendation.<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>No single warning sign proves that a company is insolvent. The combination, frequency and development of multiple indicators determine the level of risk. Trends Business Information brings these indicators together, helping you identify changes early and assess a company\u2019s creditworthiness in its full context.  <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Can I receive automatic bankruptcy alerts?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Yes. With Trends Business Information\u2019s monitoring solution, you can automatically monitor customers, suppliers, prospects and other business partners.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>When a company you are monitoring is declared bankrupt, you will receive an alert. You can also be notified of other relevant changes, such as updates to its credit score, credit recommendation, CBE status, directors or financial and legal incidents. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Which businesses fall under Book XX?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Book XX of the Belgian Code of Economic Law governs insolvency proceedings for businesses in Belgium. Since its introduction, the legislation no longer relies solely on the former definition of a \u2018trader\u2019, but instead applies the broader concept of an \u2018enterprise\u2019.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Book XX applies, in principle, to:<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Natural persons who carry out a professional activity on a self-employed basis;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Private-law legal entities, such as companies, non-profit associations and foundations;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Organisations without legal personality that have a profit-distribution objective or that actually distribute profits to their members.<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>As a result, self-employed professionals, associations and foundations may also be subject to judicial reorganisation or bankruptcy proceedings under certain conditions.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>Not every organisation automatically falls under all provisions or is subject to them in the same way. Exceptions or special legal regimes apply to public-law legal entities, public authorities and certain regulated financial institutions. 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Vanaf de ontbinding stopt de onderneming in principe met haar normale activiteiten en gaat zij doorgaans over naar de vereffeningsfase. Een ontbinding kan vrijwillig worden beslist, bijvoorbeeld door de aandeelhouders, maar kan ook gerechtelijk of van rechtswege plaatsvinden. De onderneming verdwijnt niet noodzakelijk onmiddellijk: tijdens de vereffening blijft zij juridisch bestaan voor zover dat nodig is om haar vermogen af te wikkelen. Een ontbinding betekent niet automatisch dat de onderneming failliet is. Ze kan bijvoorbeeld het gevolg zijn van een vrijwillige bedrijfsbe\u00ebindiging, een herstructurering of het bereiken van het statutair bepaalde doel. 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   <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is company monitoring?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Company monitoring is the automatic tracking of significant changes and risk indicators affecting businesses over an extended period.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a company alert?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Company alerts are notifications sent when a predefined event or change occurs.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Which changes can I monitor?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Depending on the solution, financial, legal, management-related and administrative changes can be monitored.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Bankruptcies and judicial 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aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Accounts receivable management 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<path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Doubtful debtors are customers whose ability to pay their outstanding invoices in full and on time is uncertain.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Why is accounts receivable management important?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 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Innovation, scalability and growth potential are generally more important than the company\u2019s age alone. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is a Scale-up?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A scale-up is a company that has moved beyond its initial development stage and achieved strong growth in revenue, workforce and market reach over several years.<\/p>\r\n          <p>There is no universally accepted definition. 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17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Newly established companies can be selected based on their date of incorporation, industry, location, legal form and other business characteristics.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How do I create a prospecting list?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 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xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Company data includes structured information about businesses, such as identification details, financial figures, directors, legal events and risk indicators.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What ss a company data API?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A company data API is a technical interface that allows company information to be automatically retrieved 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22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>An API is particularly useful for handling large data volumes, frequent updates, automated processes and integration with CRM, ERP, onboarding or risk management systems.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Which applications use company data via API?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Company data can be used for customer onboarding, credit assessment, compliance, prospecting, data enrichment, dashboards and monitoring.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Why is data quality important when using APIs?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" 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Incomplete, outdated or incorrectly matched data can lead to poor decisions and operational errors. \r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is the difference between an API, a data export and a platform?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A platform supports manual lookups, a data export provides a file at a specific point in time and an API integrates data directly into processes and systems.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Where can I find information on the TBI API modules?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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However, company information may also contain personal data when it relates to an identifiable natural person.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Examples include:<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>The name and role of a director, company manager or other professional contact person;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Professional contact details, such as a business email address or telephone number;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Data relating to a sole proprietorship or self-employed individual, where the business and the natural person are closely linked;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Information about directorships, representation rights or professional activities.<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>This data is processed exclusively in a professional or business context.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What is the difference between company data and personal data?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Company data relates to a business as an organisation or legal entity. 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Particularly in the case of sole proprietorships, self-employed individuals and company directors, the distinction between these two categories can be difficult to establish. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">On what legal basis is data processed?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Trends Business Information only processes personal data when there is a valid legal basis for doing so. Depending on the processing activity, this legal basis may include:<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>The legitimate interest in providing up-to-date and reliable business information about Belgian companies;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The consent of the data subject;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The performance of a contract;<\/li>\r\n            <li>A legal obligation.<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>Trends Business Information largely bases its processing of professional information about companies, company directors and sole proprietorships on the legitimate interest in providing a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the Belgian business landscape.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>The customer receiving or accessing the data generally acts as a separate data controller. The customer must therefore independently determine and document the legal basis for its use of the data. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Can company information be used for prospecting?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Company information may be used for commercial prospecting, but not without restrictions. For each use, the customer must have a valid legal basis and a clearly defined purpose and must comply with the applicable regulations on privacy, electronic communications and direct marketing.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>This means, among other things, that the customer must:<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Assess whether consent or legitimate interest is required;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Properly inform data subjects about the use of their personal data;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Respect objections and unsubscribe requests;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Deduplicate contact lists against relevant opt-out lists, including, where applicable, the Belgian Do Not Call Me list;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Not send commercial emails to individual business email addresses without a valid legal basis or the required consent.<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>The mere presence of contact details in Trends Business Information does not, in itself, constitute automatic consent to contact that person for commercial purposes.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How can a data subject request a correction?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A data subject may request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete data. The request can be submitted through the contact channels listed in Roularta Media Group\u2019s privacy policy or via the Trends Business Information contact person.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>To ensure the request can be processed correctly, the data subject should preferably provide:<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>The company;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The information they believe to be inaccurate or incomplete;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The requested correction;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Any supporting documents or references to official sources that substantiate the correction.<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>If the error results from incorrect processing by Trends Business Information, the correction will be handled as quickly as possible in accordance with the agreed service arrangements. If the original official source contains inaccurate or incomplete information, the data must first be verified and, where necessary, corrected at the source.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>In addition to rectification, a data subject may, depending on the circumstances, exercise other GDPR rights, such as the right of access, the right to object, the right to restriction of processing or the right to erasure.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How long is data retained?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Trends Business Information does not retain personal data for longer than necessary for the purposes for which it is processed. The specific retention period may vary depending on:<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>The type of data;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The source of the data;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The purpose of the processing;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The relevance and timeliness of the information;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Legal, accounting or contractual obligations;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The need to establish or substantiate legal rights or claims.<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>The contractual documents do not specify a uniform retention period for all types of business information. Data is therefore periodically updated, replaced, deleted or archived according to its purpose and applicable obligations.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>After the termination of a data supply agreement, previously provided data may remain in the customer\u2019s operational files in accordance with the contractual terms. The customer remains responsible for ensuring lawful processing, applying appropriate retention periods and complying with data subjects\u2019 requests. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What terms of use apply to data exports?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Data exports and supplied datasets may only be used for the customer\u2019s own internal business activities and purposes agreed upon in the contract.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>Without prior written consent from Trends Business Information, the data may not be:<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Sold, rented or commercially redistributed;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Transferred in bulk to third parties, whether free of charge or for a fee;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Made available to other business information providers;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Used to build a competing business information service or database;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Systematically copied using bots, scraping software or other automated methods outside the scope of the agreed use.<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>When a third party processes the data solely on behalf of the customer, the customer must ensure that the third party treats the data confidentially, does not use it for its own purposes and does not disclose or redistribute it further. The specific permitted uses, volumes, users, delivery channels and export options are defined in the agreement, order form, or product terms and conditions.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>The customer is responsible for the security, interpretation, enrichment and further processing of exported data.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">How is the GDPR applied?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Trends Business Information applies the GDPR according to the role it fulfils in a specific data processing activity.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>When providing business information, Trends Business Information and the customer generally act as separate data controllers. Each party independently determines the purposes and means of processing and is responsible for its own compliance with the GDPR.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>This means, among other things, that each party must:<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Have a valid legal basis for processing;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Be transparent with data subjects;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Only use data for specified and lawful purposes;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Not process more data than necessary;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Take reasonable measures to ensure that data is accurate and up to date;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Apply appropriate data retention periods;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Respect the rights of data subjects.<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>When Trends Business Information processes data solely on behalf of a customer in the context of database management, data matching, a file audit or customer analysis, it may act as a data processor. In such cases, the customer remains the data controller and Trends Business Information processes the data only in accordance with written instructions and for the purposes specified in the agreement. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What data can be stored in a CRM?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Only data that is relevant, necessary and proportionate to a clearly defined professional purpose may be stored in a CRM.<br\/><\/p>\r\n          <p>These may include, for example:<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>The name of the company;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The company registration number;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The company address;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The industry and business activities;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The name and professional role of a contact person;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Business contact details;<\/li>\r\n            <li>The source and date on which the data was obtained;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Relevant contact history;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Marketing preferences and valid consents;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Objections, unsubscribe requests, and other opt-outs;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Information necessary for the performance of a contract or the management of a business relationship.<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>Free-text fields must not contain inappropriate, subjective or sensitive comments. Special categories of personal data, such as health information, political opinions, religious beliefs or information about an individual\u2019s private life, should generally not be stored in a commercial CRM.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>The organisation using the CRM must also:<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Have a valid legal basis and a clearly defined purpose for each data item;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Be able to demonstrate where the data originated;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Restrict access rights to authorised employees;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Protect data against loss and unauthorised access;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Keep data up to date;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Immediately respect opt-outs and objections;<\/li>\r\n            <li>Delete or anonymise outdated data or data that is no longer necessary in a timely manner.<br\/><\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p>The fact that data is available through Trends Business Information does not automatically mean that it may be added to any CRM or used for any commercial purpose without further assessment. 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De enkele aanwezigheid van een contactgegeven in Trends Business Information vormt op zichzelf geen automatische toestemming om die persoon commercieel te benaderen.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Hoe kan een betrokkene een correctie aanvragen?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Een betrokkene kan vragen om onjuiste of onvolledige persoonsgegevens te laten verbeteren. De aanvraag kan worden ingediend via de contactkanalen die worden vermeld in de privacyverklaring van Roularta Media Group of via de contactpersoon van Trends Business Information. Om de aanvraag correct te kunnen behandelen, vermeldt de betrokkene bij voorkeur: de betrokken onderneming;; de gegevens die volgens hem of haar onjuist of onvolledig zijn;; de gewenste correctie;; eventuele documenten of een verwijzing naar een offici\u00eble bron die de correctie ondersteunen.. Wanneer de fout het gevolg is van een foutieve verwerking door Trends Business Information, wordt de correctie volgens de overeengekomen serviceafspraken zo snel mogelijk behandeld. Wanneer de oorspronkelijke offici\u00eble bron onjuiste of onvolledige informatie bevat, moet de informatie eerst bij die bron worden gecontroleerd en eventueel gecorrigeerd. Naast rectificatie kan een betrokkene, afhankelijk van de omstandigheden, ook andere GDPR-rechten uitoefenen, zoals het recht op inzage, bezwaar, beperking van de verwerking of verwijdering.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Hoe lang worden gegevens bewaard?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"Trends Business Information bewaart persoonsgegevens niet langer dan noodzakelijk voor de doeleinden waarvoor ze worden verwerkt. De concrete bewaartermijn kan verschillen naargelang: het type gegeven;; de bron van het gegeven;; het doel van de verwerking;; de actualiteitswaarde van de informatie;; wettelijke, boekhoudkundige of contractuele verplichtingen;; de noodzaak om rechten of vorderingen te kunnen aantonen.. De contractdocumenten bepalen geen uniforme bewaartermijn voor alle soorten handelsinformatie. Gegevens worden daarom periodiek geactualiseerd, vervangen, verwijderd of gearchiveerd volgens hun doel en toepasselijke verplichtingen. Na het einde van een leveringsovereenkomst mogen eerder geleverde gegevens volgens de contractuele afspraken aanwezig blijven in de operationele bestanden van de klant. 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Zonder voorafgaand schriftelijk akkoord van Trends Business Information mogen gegevens niet: worden verkocht, verhuurd of commercieel doorgeleverd;; gratis of tegen vergoeding in bulk aan derden worden overgedragen;; beschikbaar worden gesteld aan andere aanbieders van handelsinformatie;; worden gebruikt om een concurrerende handelsinformatiedienst of databank op te bouwen;; systematisch worden gekopieerd via bots, scrapingsoftware of andere geautomatiseerde middelen buiten het overeengekomen gebruik.. Wanneer een derde de gegevens uitsluitend voor rekening van de klant verwerkt, moet de klant erop toezien dat die derde de gegevens vertrouwelijk behandelt, niet voor eigen doeleinden gebruikt en niet verder verspreidt. De concrete toegelaten toepassingen, volumes, gebruikers, leveringskanalen en exportmogelijkheden worden bepaald in de overeenkomst, bestelbon of productvoorwaarden. 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In dat geval blijft de klant verwerkingsverantwoordelijke en verwerkt Trends Business Information de gegevens alleen volgens de schriftelijke instructies en voor de doeleinden die in de overeenkomst zijn vastgelegd.\"\r\n      }\r\n    },\r\n    {\r\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\r\n      \"name\": \"Welke gegevens mogen in een CRM worden opgeslagen?\",\r\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\r\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\r\n        \"text\": \"In een CRM mogen alleen gegevens worden opgeslagen die relevant, noodzakelijk en proportioneel zijn voor een duidelijk omschreven professioneel doel. Dat kunnen bijvoorbeeld zijn: de naam van de onderneming;; het ondernemingsnummer;; het bedrijfsadres;; de sector en bedrijfsactiviteiten;; de naam en professionele functie van een contactpersoon;; zakelijke contactgegevens;; de bron en datum waarop het gegeven werd verkregen;; relevante contacthistoriek;; commerci\u00eble voorkeuren en geldige toestemmingen;; bezwaren, uitschrijvingen en andere opt-outs;; informatie die noodzakelijk is voor de uitvoering van een overeenkomst of de opvolging van een zakelijke relatie.. Vrije tekstvelden mogen geen ongepaste, subjectieve of gevoelige opmerkingen bevatten. Bijzondere categorie\u00ebn van persoonsgegevens, zoals gezondheidsgegevens, politieke opvattingen, religieuze overtuigingen of informatie over iemands priv\u00e9leven, horen in principe niet thuis in een commercieel CRM. De organisatie die het CRM gebruikt, moet daarnaast: voor ieder gegeven een geldige rechtsgrond en een duidelijk doel hebben;; kunnen aantonen waar het gegeven vandaan komt;; toegangsrechten beperken tot bevoegde medewerkers;; gegevens beveiligen tegen verlies en ongeoorloofde toegang;; gegevens actueel houden;; opt-outs en bezwaren onmiddellijk respecteren;; verouderde of niet langer noodzakelijke gegevens tijdig verwijderen of anonimiseren.. Het feit dat een gegeven beschikbaar is in Trends Business Information betekent niet automatisch dat het zonder verdere beoordeling in elk CRM of voor ieder commercieel doel mag worden gebruikt. 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Trends Pro focuses on financial, legal and risk-related company information. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What does a company report include?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A company report brings together relevant identification details, financial information, legal events, directors and risk indicators in one comprehensive overview.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What are the benefits of a company report?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>A company report saves research time, supports risk assessment and provides a comprehensive view of the company and its business context.<\/p>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Less time wasted searching across multiple sources<\/li>\r\n            <li>Insights into financial health and risk<\/li>\r\n            <li>Overview of directors and associated companies<\/li>\r\n            <li>Support for customer, supplier and competitor Analysis<\/li>\r\n            <li>Faster, better-informed decisions<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Do I always need a subscription?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>This depends on the product and frequency of use. For occasional use, an individual report may be suitable; for regular company lookups, monitoring or integration, a subscription or API is generally more appropriate. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Can I purchase a single report without a subscription?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Yes, you can purchase individual company reports through the Trends Business Information webshop without taking out a subscription. This is ideal if you only need company information occasionally. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Can I view a sample report?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Yes, you can download a sample report using the link below. This will give you an overview of the available company data, financial analyses, credit information and other insights.<br\/><br\/>https:\/\/trends-business-information.be\/en\/pro-rates  <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">What subscription plans are available?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Trends Business Information offers various subscription plans tailored to the number of users, usage volume, and required features. The publicly listed plans are Marketing, Finance, Business, Discovery, Standard and Expert.<br\/> <\/p>\r\n          <p>Depending on the plan, you can access features such as company data, financial ratios, legal and financial incidents, bankruptcy risk assessments, credit recommendations, directorships, corporate relationships, monitoring and sales and marketing tools. Custom solutions are also available for specific needs. <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"faq__item\">\r\n      <button class=\"faq__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n        <h3 class=\"faq__question\">Can I add multiple users?<\/h3>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 8V16M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"faq__icon faq__icon--minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path d=\"M8 12H16M22 12C22 17.5228 17.5228 22 12 22C6.47715 22 2 17.5228 2 12C2 6.47715 6.47715 2 12 2C17.5228 2 22 6.47715 22 12Z\" stroke=\"#015FFF\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\r\n      <\/button>\r\n      <div class=\"faq__body\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq__body-inner\">\r\n          <p>Yes. 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