Structured Trade Finance Term Sheet

Structured Trade Finance Term Sheet

Structured Trade Finance Term Sheet

Financely arranges and underwrites structured trade finance for qualified importers, exporters, distributors, and producers. We place facilities with regulated banks and private credit funds and we coordinate letters of credit, receivables funding, and inventory backed solutions. Bank internal fees are handled directly with the lending bank. Our fees cover structuring and underwriting only.

Funding Criteria

Eligibility
  • Operating companies with post revenue status
  • Audited or review level financials for the last 2 years
  • Clear ownership and management track record
  • KYC and AML cleared for all principals
Facility Size And Tenor
  • USD 2M to USD 150M per program
  • Single trade tenor 30 to 360 days
  • Program tenor up to 36 months with renewals
Equity And Collateral
  • Sponsor equity per cycle 15% to 40%
  • Cash margins where required by banks
  • Pledge of receivables and inventory under control
  • Assignment of key contracts and insurance proceeds
Goods And Routes
  • Commodity and finished goods with transparent pricing
  • No sanctioned goods and no restricted corridors
  • Incoterms specified and workable logistics plan
  • Cargo insured to 110% of cost plus margin where required
Counterparty Quality
  • Named buyers and suppliers with track record
  • Concentration limits per obligor set during underwriting
  • Sanctions screen and adverse media checks passed
  • Where needed, confirmations or insurance added
Pricing Guide
  • Banks: SOFR plus 300 to 600 bps
  • Private credit: 10% to 16% per year fixed
  • Fees depend on structure and risk controls

Facilities And Letters Of Credit We Arrange

Import Letters Of Credit
Sight and usance letters of credit, UPAS structures, confirmation and advising where needed, red clause or green clause where justified by collateral and track record.
Standby Letters Of Credit
Performance, advance payment, and payment standby letters of credit issued under ISP98 or UCP 600. Used for credit enhancement of named contracts. Not a source of cash by itself.
Pre-Export And Prepayment Finance
Funding against production or offtake contracts with assignment of export proceeds and shipment controls. Tenor 60 to 270 days typical.
Borrowing Base And ABL
Revolving lines against eligible receivables and inventory. Advance rates 60% to 85% on receivables and 40% to 65% on inventory subject to audits and control.
Receivables Discounting And Forfaiting
Sale or discount of invoices and bills under letters of credit or under open account with credit insurance. Non recourse where risk transfer is complete.
Supply Chain Finance And PO Finance
Approved payables finance and purchase order backed funding with supplier payments at shipment and buyer take-out at maturity.

Risk Controls And Security Package

Controls
  • Title and possession evidenced by bills of lading, airway bills, or warehouse receipts
  • Assignment of receivables with notice to obligors
  • Blocked or controlled collection accounts with daily sweeps
  • Cargo and liability insurance with lender or loss payee endorsements
Security
  • Pledge over receivables and inventory described in schedules
  • Uniform Commercial Code filings or local equivalent perfection
  • Negative pledge to prevent a double pledge of the same assets
  • Intercreditor terms where multiple lenders are involved

Underwriting And Closing Procedure

1

Intake And Eligibility

Sponsor submits contracts, goods list, routes, and requested limits. We run KYC and AML screens. Ineligible goods or corridors are declined.

2

Indicative Terms

We issue an indicative structure with limits, advance rates, pricing bands, collateral requirements, and the expected documentation set.

3

Due Diligence

Data room is opened for contracts, invoices, shipping documents, insurance, and financial statements. Field audits and collateral inspections arranged where required.

4

Documentation

Facility agreements, pledge and assignment documents, account control agreements, and any intercreditor terms are drafted and agreed. LC wording aligned with underlying contracts and Incoterms.

5

Closing And Go Live

Conditions precedent satisfied. Accounts are controlled. Insurance and confirmations in place. First draw or first letter of credit issuance proceeds according to the agreed schedule.

Structuring And Underwriting Fees

  • 1.0% to 3.0% of committed limits depending on complexity
  • Non refundable and payable at mandate signing or at financial close as agreed
  • Success fees may apply for placements with private credit funds
  • Bank internal fees are settled directly with the lending bank and are not in our scope

Request A Structured Trade Finance Proposal

Share your goods list, routes, contract pack, target limits, and equity plan. We will respond with a workable structure and timeline.

Start Your Mandate

Financely acts as arranger and underwriter. Financely is not a bank and does not take deposits or issue letters of credit. All transactions are subject to due diligence, KYC and AML screening, credit approvals, collateral controls, and executed documentation. This term sheet is indicative and non binding.

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Submit Your Deal & Receive a Proposal Within 1-3 Working Days

Submit your deal using our secure intake form, and receive a quote within 1-3 business days. Existing clients can connect with their relationship manager through our secure web portal.


All submissions are promptly reviewed, and all communications are conducted through the intake form or the client portal for a seamless and secure process.

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Thank you for considering working with us. A nominal fee of US$500 is required upon completion of each form. This fee covers the time and effort we invest in reviewing your submission and crafting a thorough proposal. We receive numerous inquiries and prioritize those that carry this fee, ensuring serious applicants receive prompt attention.

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Financely assists banks facing Basel III pressures by distributing trade finance deals and providing collateral for letters of credit. We reduce capital burdens while preserving client relationships and fostering service expansion. Submit your request to optimize your trade finance offerings.

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Once we receive your submission, our team will review your information to determine feasibility. If eligible, you will receive a proposal or term sheet within 1–3 business days. Visit our FAQ and Procedure pages for more information.

Disclaimer: Financely provides financing based on due diligence and feasibility. Approval is not guaranteed, and past performance does not predict future outcomes. All terms are subject to review. Financely primarily assists with structuring and distribution. Qualified parties carry out the project if the client approves the proposal.

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