Standby Letters of Credit Explained In relation to LCs, typically we see a buyer and seller open Letters of Credit and when the terms within such LC are fulfilled, it… read more →

We spoke to Ben Singh-Jarrold, Corporate Banking Strategist at Misys on the trade revolution. Whether you believe Globalisation 2.0 is an unstoppable force, or that progress to a truly global… 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 →

At Trade Finance Global we think that in order to create the correct financing package; a fundamental grasp of the business is key. By understanding a company and the cash… 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 →

Japan is one of the world’s largest economies, with one of the highest GBP per capita and a huge base of customers. We spoke to Jon Sparks, Managing Director at… read more →

The winners of the 2016 TFG Product Awards were announced this week (on Tuesday 26th July). The awards recognised and highlighted innovation in technology and new products which help improve… read more →