the risk that a person who is a party to a contract will default on their obligations under that contract
Examples of 'counterparty risk' in a sentence
counterparty risk
Wasn't this an unacceptable risk because of timing issues and counterparty risk?
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
These have counterparty risk as they are backed by other banks or insurance firms.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The group has struggled with lower metal prices and higher counterparty risk.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Complex business structures lead to hidden dependencies within the supply chain that can make counterparty risk difficult to determine.
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Finally, having a view on counterparty risk, particularly in sectors such as automotive and manufacturing, is vital, especially where supply chains are business-critical.