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 →
We recently attended a conference on African trade and infrastructure and heard from many financial institutions who have a specific interest in the continent; they all outlined the difficulty and… read more →
Confused about the difference between Cost and Freight (CFR), Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF), and Free on Board (FOB)? We’ve got you covered with everything you need to know about the differences between and recommended uses of CFR, CIF, and FOB.
On Tuesday 8 November 2016, the polls got it wrong. Again. Defying experts and popular opinion Donald Trump was elected as “the leader of the free world.” Leader of the… read more →
Trade and export finance are sometimes used interchangeably. However, it is important to explain the distinction and how the terms are used. Trade finance is a term universally… read more →
Trade Finance Global attended GTR’s Africa Trade & Infrastructure Finance Conference last week, learning about investment opportunities on the continent, challenges and the outlook. The conference comprised a two day… read more →
London Fashion Week ended at a high in mid-September, unveiling floral prints and Victorian ruffles. Caroline Rush, Chief Executive of the British Fashion Council (BFC) said: “This is the first… read more →
Freight Forwarding Explained Over $1.1 trillion is spent every year on international freight forwarding services. Freight forwarders provide the coordinating layer of global logistics: they manage all the complexity of… read more →
Following the success of Sibos 2016, we spoke to Enrico Camerinelli, a senior analyst at Aite Group specializing in wholesale banking, cash and trade finance, and payments. Based in Milan,… read more →
Exporters Dare to Dream The renewed downside impetus in the British Pound at the start of October has left many questioning where the limits to sell-off lie. The Pound has… read more →