By Yasmine EDDAM
4 May 2025
Commercial transactions, whether between professionals or with consumers, are based on trust and compliance with precise rules. Unfortunately, some companies may be tempted to use unfair practices to gain an illegal advantage. Such actions, known as commercial fraud, expose the perpetrators to severe civil and criminal penalties, while seriously damaging the company's reputation and fair trading. Understanding the nature of these frauds, recognising potentially dangerous situations and knowing how to respond is therefore essential for any economic player concerned about protecting their business. This page provides an overview of the main risks and defence mechanisms in relation to commercial fraud. What is commercial fraud? General definition and issues for businesses Commercial fraud can be broadly defined as any intentional act of deception or concealment committed in the course of a commercial transaction....
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