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About Us

Last updated on 15 Oct 2024
17 Sep 2014 . 1 min read

Who we are

Trade Finance Global (TFG) is the leading B2B fintech in trade, treasury, and payments.

TFG’s data-led origination platform connects companies with innovative trade and receivables finance solutions from over 300 financial institutions.

This is combined with TFG’s award-winning content, informing a global audience of 160k monthly readers (7.1m impressions) – across app, podcasts, videos, magazines and research.

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What we do

Informing today’s market

TFG is the go-to provider for free educational resources and information covering trade, treasury, and payments. Our content comes in many shapes and sizes, from short form videos to research and data. We have 160k+ monthly readers, and our publications are read in 187 countries. We cover 22 specialist topics, from trade payables and receivables financing, to treasury and cross-border payments.

TFG are strategic media partners for over 70 conferences and events all around the world, covering trade, treasury and payments.

Market participants know us for our International Awards and Women in Trade, Treasury & Payments, each celebrating outstanding players and contributors within the industry. For students, TFG hosts the International Trade Professionals Programme and funds the Accelerate Scholarship, a grant to help students to pursue a career in trade.

Financing tomorrow’s trade

TFG assists companies to access trade and receivables finance through our relationships with 300+ banks, funds, and alternative finance houses.

We assist specialist companies to scale their trade volumes, by matching them with appropriate financing structures – based on geographies, products, sector and trade cycles. Contact us to find out more.

Trade Finance & Stock Finance

Trade Finance (Purchase Order Finance)
Stock Finance
Pre Export Finance
Import & Export Finance
Structured Commodity Finance
Letters of Credit
Bonds & Guarantees

Receivables Finance & Invoice Finance

Receivables Purchase
Invoice Finance
Discounting
Factoring
Supply Chain Finance

Specialist Trade & Receivables Finance

Borrowing Base Facilities
Back-To-Back LC Lines
Long Dated Receivables – Media, Sport
Revolving Credit Facilities (RCF)

Our trade finance partners

Our editorial board

President and CEO,
Head of Legal EMEA,
Editorial Board Member – Treasury, Cash and Payments
Managing Director of the Digital Standards Initiative (DSI)
Legal & Director of ICC Austria Trade Finance Week
Executive Director,

Partner with us

TFG has provided the community with market updates, education and financing for over 8 years, and we are proudly built on partnerships.

We used to say we were your ‘partners in trade,’ but partnerships are so ingrained in our ethos that they are much bigger than that.

The TFG team work with universities and institutions, governments and agencies, capital providers, technology and software providers and market leaders all around the world.

If you would like to discuss initiatives, conferences, policy, or market developments, get in touch below.

Work with us

Our growing diverse team share a vision of simplifying trade, treasury and payments.

Cross-border commerce is one of the most complex and diverse industries in the world, and we’re always looking for the best minds to help address this.

Our team work with influencers worldwide, from policymakers and regulators, to multilaterals and governments, all with a shared vision of making trade, treasury and payments more equitable.

We’re always searching for individuals who want to make an impact. Are you with us?

TFG | Frequently Asked Questions

How can I contact TFG?

If you have a financing enquiry, please use the contact form here.

Otherwise, you can reach us on the email addresses below.

Finance Queries:

trade.team@tradefinanceglobal.com

invoice.team@tradefinanceglobal.com

commodities.team@tradefinanceglobal.com

introducers@tradefinanceglobal.com

 

Editorial Queries:

editor@tradefinanceglobal.com

marketing@tradefinanceglobal.com

 

Offices:

 

Trade Finance Global

201 Haverstock Hill

Second Floor

London

NW3 4QG

 

Trade Finance Global

73 New Bond Street

London

W1S 1RS

 

Trade Finance Global

14 Hatton Garden

Third Floor

London

EC1N 8AT

Contact us

What opportunities are there to partner with TFG?

Partnerships are at the heart of the TFG family, we’re built on relationships with organisations all around the world. There are several ways you can partner with TFG.

  1. Banks & Financial Institutions
    TFG connects over 300 banks, funds, and finance houses with suitable clients based on their risk criteria and appetite.
  2. Introducers & Brokers
    Collaborate with finance brokers, accountants, and advisers to provide clients with trade and receivables finance solutions.
  3. Associations, Events & Strategic Partners
    Partner with TFG on global events and associations, reaching over 114 countries.
  4. Media & Advertising
    Promote your brand through TFG’s channels, engaging with 160k+ monthly readers, including decision-makers in finance.

For more information, visit our partners page.

Partner with us

How can my company access TFG’s financing services?

To access Trade Finance Global’s (TFG) financing services, follow these steps:

  1. Initial application: Visit the TFG website and fill out the online application form. This form requires basic information about your company and its financial needs.
  2. Matching process: TFG uses a proprietary algorithm to match your business with suitable lenders from their network of over 270 financial institutions. This process considers factors like geography, trade cycles, and risk​​.
  3. Choosing lenders: After receiving a shortlist of potential lenders, you can review and choose the most appropriate financing options for your business needs​​.
  4. Negotiation and approval: Negotiate terms directly with the selected lender. Once terms are agreed upon, the lender conducts a thorough evaluation, and if approved, the funds will be disbursed to your company​.

For detailed guidance and to start your application, visit the TFG financing portal​.

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How does TFG’s financing business work?

Trade Finance Global (TFG) is the world’s largest platform for trade finance data-led origination, helping businesses access various funding solutions. By connecting companies with a global network of banks, funds, and alternative lenders, TFG provides comprehensive trade, payables, and receivables finance.

TFG collaborates with over 1,000 financial institutions, managing a pipeline value of approximately $10 billion. The platform’s award-winning services and extensive reach, with over 160,000 monthly readers, ensure a trusted and reliable experience for corporates and SMEs.

The financing solutions offered by TFG cover a wide range of needs, including purchase order finance, stock and inventory finance, pre-export and import/export finance, structured commodity finance, letters of credit, bonds and guarantees, receivables purchase, invoice finance, discounting, factoring, forfaiting, long-dated receivables for media and sports, payables finance, and revolving credit facilities.

TFG operates on a data-driven origination model, collecting and enriching data from market participants to create standardized profiles indicating real-time interest in finance. These profiles are then matched with lenders based on criteria such as jurisdiction, structure, and tenor, leveraging advanced technology, including AWS cloud services and machine learning tools, to manage data and derive insights.

For lenders, TFG acts as a new origination channel, helping them find suitable clients without additional hiring. The platform manages the onboarding process, provides market insights, and imposes no upfront costs for introduced clients, leaving the decision to onboard clients to the lenders based on their criteria.

Corporates and SMEs benefit from frictionless access to a range of specialist lenders through TFG, which manages the entire financing process and provides feedback. Clients face no upfront fees, as TFG’s income is derived from a standardized revenue structure with lenders.

TFG also addresses the trade finance market’s need for alternative liquidity sources amid increasing regulation and inflation. By educating and partnering with new and existing lenders, TFG aims to bring more liquidity into the market, thereby increasing distribution capacity in the secondary market.

Through its comprehensive services and advanced technology, TFG supports businesses and financial institutions in navigating the complexities of trade finance, offering valuable insights and resources to enhance their financial operations.

Can I work for TFG?

Yes, you can work for Trade Finance Global (TFG). TFG offers a variety of career opportunities for enthusiastic and talented individuals. Whether you’re experienced in finance, marketing, tech, or looking to start your career, TFG welcomes diverse talents.

Visit the TFG careers page to explore available job openings. Each listing provides information on the role and how to apply. The application process is straightforward—select a job that matches your skills and submit your application online. The TFG family celebrates a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds.

Careers

Can I send articles, or write for TFG?

TFG welcomes insights from industry experts, researchers, and writers passionate about trade finance, banking, fintech, and related fields. We have a 500+ strong community of writers.

To contribute, visit the TFG contributors page and follow the guidelines for submission. You’ll need to pitch your article idea, ensuring it aligns with TFG’s focus and standards. Successful contributions are well-researched, original, and provide valuable insights to TFG’s audience.

Submit your pitch or article via the provided email or online form on their contributors page. For more details and to get started, visit TFG Contributors.

Write for us

How can I contact TFG?

If you have a financing enquiry, please use the contact form here.

Otherwise, you can reach us on the email addresses below.

Finance Queries:

trade.team@tradefinanceglobal.com

invoice.team@tradefinanceglobal.com

commodities.team@tradefinanceglobal.com

introducers@tradefinanceglobal.com

 

Editorial Queries:

editor@tradefinanceglobal.com

marketing@tradefinanceglobal.com

 

Offices:

 

Trade Finance Global

201 Haverstock Hill

Second Floor

London

NW3 4QG

 

Trade Finance Global

73 New Bond Street

London

W1S 1RS

 

Trade Finance Global

14 Hatton Garden

Third Floor

London

EC1N 8AT

Contact us


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