To learn more about reverse mentoring and other approaches to closing the gender gap in trade finance, Trade Finance Global (TFG) spoke with Rita King, Managing Director and Head of Institutional Trade Sales at Lloyds Bank.

In recent years, e-invoicing has transformed from a behind-the-scenes process into a cornerstone of tax compliance and business operations worldwide. Originally introduced in the early 2000s as a method for… read more →

In an era of complex global transactions and stringent compliance measures, the question of how much information is too much arises. In trade finance, compliance, regulatory, and fraud-prevention checks are increasingly demanding, and while access to data has never been greater, the challenge remains: how do we make sense of it all?

The energy transition is more than just a buzzword; it represents a fundamental shift in how the world generates and consumes energy. 

The end-to-end process of international trade—from issuing documents to shipping goods and completing payments—has been labyrinthine, often mired in paperwork and delays.

The founder of a small business, built from the ground up, receives a call from someone representing the financial technology company they bank with. The caller says that some transactions on her company account have been blocked and that they need her security information.

Deepesh Patel, Editorial Director at Trade Finance Global, discussed the topic further with Nabil Jijakli, Credendo’s Deputy CEO.

To effectively address climate action and build resilience in Mongolia, attention must be directed to three critical areas: livestock, forests, and water. These sectors are central to the Government of Mongolia’s ‘Vision 2050’ initiative, particularly its pledge to “protect the planet Earth and its pristine nature”.

A company’s understanding of risk—across partnerships and operations—is becoming the primary defence in times of heightened uncertainty. For trade finance, this plays out most acutely in the supply chain. From Ukraine to the South China Sea, ongoing cyber and wartime security threats mean that the supply chain finance market feels the full weight of geopolitical unrest. 

As the world moves towards a low-carbon future, businesses in the metals and energy sectors are under increasing pressure to adapt.