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💡 Open Access Video Interview: Nick Stainthorpe We’re excited to feature Nick Stainthorpe, a Partner in the structured finance team at Reed Smith LLP, in this insightful interview on the evolving world of trade finance securitisation. With over two decades of experience, Nick dives into: 🔹 The growing role of institutional investors in trade finance 🔹 The rise of digital factoring and tokenisation platforms 🔹 The unique challenges and opportunities in this dynamic sector Looking ahead, Nick’s focus is on collaborating with banks and private credit institutions to securitise trade finance assets through asset-backed securities and private securitisation structures. Don’t miss Nick’s expert perspective on how innovation and collaboration are reshaping the trade finance landscape. Click here to watch: https://lnkd.in/e6xmgDks André Casterman #TradeFinance #Securitisation #StructuredFinance #Innovation #ReedSmith #InstitutionalInvestors #DigitalFactoring #Tokenisation

Why is working capital finance increasingly relevant for institutional investors? Martin Opfermann, CFA, Lead Portfolio Manager Trade Finance, and Florian Reis of CRX Markets AG discuss the evolving landscape of working capital finance as an asset class, the global Trade Finance gap, investor attractiveness, the role of technology and the impact on the market. Watch the recording of “Trade Finance as an Asset Class: How Corporates Can Benefit from Alternative Investors in Working Capital Finance” here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/dWhF6G5z *For professional investors only. Investing involves risk. #PrivateMarkets #TradeFinance

#TradeFinance is an attractive investment strategy for #InstitutionalInvestors because it offers diversification benefits and enhanced risk-adjusted returns with low correlation to traditional markets👉 https://lnkd.in/ecGt8HXT Trade Finance exhibits low correlation with traditional credit markets, treasury markets, and #EquityMarkets, making it an effective portfolio diversifier. Trade Finance is characterised by low volatility of returns, resulting in strong Sharpe ratios. Insights by Allianz Global Investors.

🚀 We’re thrilled to share that Harry Edwards, Head of Distribution at Allianz Trade in Middle East, will be speaking at the 6th Annual Trade Finance Forum on September 18th, hosted by ITFA Middle East Harry will join a panel to explore "Trade Finance Assets: A New Investment Alternative for Your Portfolio." This discussion promises to be both insightful and thought-provoking. 🌟   #AllianzTrade #TradeFinance #TradeCreditInsurance #PanelDiscussion 

In recent years #European trade patterns have shifted, with greater emphasis on emerging markets and local currency transactions. As this continues, corporate treasurers are encountering new challenges in #FXrisk management. Our treasury experts consider how companies can adapt their #hedging strategies, international payments processes, trade finance arrangements, and technology stacks to thrive. #FX #Barclays 

Excited to share that I have completed the "Approaching Banks For Financing" certificate from the International Trade Centre! This learning experience has deepened my understanding of trade financing strategies and strengthened my expertise in navigating financial partnerships. #TradeFinance #BankFinancing

In recent years, the trade finance gap has been accelerating, with estimates projecting that it has now widened to US$2.5 trillion dollars. Several efforts to relieve the gap have been trialled, from leveraging multilateral resources for local lender capacity, to developing new technological solutions, however the gap between #credit needs and #marketliquidity continues to widen. The potential for #finance diversification is increasingly gaining traction, with large volumes of #capital stored across private asset holders that could offer a lifeline for untapped #liquidity. However, making the trade finance industry an investible asset class still remains a challenge. In this closing plenary, Patrick Sutton (Reed Smith LLP), Waldo de Vleeschauwer (Artis Finance), Rene Canezin (Evolution Credit Partners) and Ross Berger (Jefferies) will consider the priorities for growing private and institutional investor appeal, and its potential role for the future of trade financing. The conference will celebrate its 10 year anniversary and bring together over 500 peers from the commodity trade and finance community! 🎉 🔖 Secure your booking by visiting https://lnkd.in/dw6uf2Jy or contact bookings@gtreview.com. #GTRCommodities #Commodities #TradeFinance

🎙️ Diversifying investment portfolios with trade finance: Are we there yet? 🏛️ The global trade finance gap expanded to $2.5 trillion in 2022, and it looks like that number is only going to get bigger in the years to come. 📊 To inject more liquidity into the trade finance space and make it easier for businesses to get the funding they need to grow internationally, many financiers are looking towards the emerging concept of trade finance as an asset class. 🗣️ TFG spoke with Bertrand de Comminges, Managing Director and Global Head of Trade Finance Investments at Santander Alternative Investments at the Trade and Investment Forum, organised by BCR in partnership with ITFA ❓ To understand more about how trade finance assets can fit into a broader investment strategy and learn more about future trends that could shape this investment class 🎧 Listen to the podcast with the link in the comments! #globaltrade #tradefinance #investments #strategy #futures #trend

Global Trade Finance is a (private) idea conceived in 🇦🇹 born in the 🇪🇺 and galvanized by the essence of 🇺🇳 9 years down and 6 more years to go en route to achieving the #SDGs 🌐🌎🌍🌏🌓

Choosing Mint Capital for your trade finance services means partnering with an institution that not only understands the intricacies of global trade but also commits to your company's growth, offering flexibility, security, and strategic financial tools designed to propel your business forward in the competitive world of international trade. #TradeFinance #BankInstruments #LetterOfCredit #BankGuarantee #ExportFinance #ImportFinance #StandbyLC #DocumentaryCredit #FinancingForTrade #PaymentSolutions #SupplyChainFinance #TradeCredit #OpenAccountTrade #PaymentGuarantee #BillOfExchange #CreditInsurance #TradeInsurance #Forfaiting #Factoring #TradeRemittance