Contrary to popular belief, Dubai is not an oil based economy. In fact, oil only represents 6% of its revenue and this is not expected to change as its oil… read more →
Introduction On January 24, the central bank of China raised the 1-year MLF interest rate by 10BP to 3.1%, 6 months MLF interest rate increase by 10BP to 2.95%, leading… read more →
For decades, the shipping industry has helped many countries improve their economic situation, allowing many businesses to acquire their much-needed resources and develop products demanded by the market. And it… read more →
Fintech companies are often exciting innovators that keep investors on their toes as they rapidly develop new services and products. As a sector, financial technology is in a major period… read more →
Usually, a PXF will have a tenor of 1 to 5 years, but it is common for facilities to be amended and restated throughout their life. Clauses within agreements will… read more →
Trade loans are short-term facilities involving a borrower and a lender that importers, exporters, and domestic traders use to acquire financing.
MT799 Explained When dealing with Bank Guarantees, Documentary Credits, and Letters of Credit (LCs), one may hear the term ‘MT799’ being used. MT799 is a message that is sent between… read more →
The law underpinning financial products is inevitably very important when structuring a facility. The concept of trade finance law also adds a level of difficulty as we usually see a… read more →
How does a currency peg work? Currencies are usually free flowing and various domestic and macro economic events will impact on the strength of a currency. The differences between currencies… read more →
International Petroleum (IP) week is one of the main events in the Energy calendar and is a must for producers, traders and end purchasers. Trade Finance Global takes a particular… read more →
Due diligence process explained It is important to understand the steps that are carried out by different lenders; so that each party is able to effectively manage expectations. Video: What… read more →
Shaun said: “The decision is a simple option of liability versus expense.” What is factoring or invoice finance? Short answer: “After raising an invoice, your company will receive a pre-agreed… read more →
It is widely known that growth in China has slowed. A powerhouse economy that was seen as the leader of growth for so many years is now pushing to slow… read more →
Blockchain and Trade Finance At the start of 2016 Trade Finance Global were cautiously optimistic for the blockchain being used as an application for trade and supply chain finance. But… read more →
Reasons why commodities market growth is slowing down At TFG we meet many businesses and traders in very different sectors; so are able to see varied financing structures and company… read more →