Trade Finance Capital. Short-Term Global Trade Funding.
Trade Finance Capital – Short-Term IMPEX Financing
Trade Finance Capital invests exclusively in import-export commodity loans that are short-tenor, self-liquidating and secured by title to goods. Facilities are originated by a specialist manager with USD 3.8 billion funded across 290 transactions and zero historical defaults. All documentation is governed by English law and monitored by an FCA-regulated advisor, providing investors with a robust legal framework and independent oversight.
Transaction Parameters
- Facility size USD 5 million – USD 50 million
- Minimum participation USD 2 million per investor
- Target return 9 to 12 percent net of fees, US-dollar denominated
- Tenor 60 to 180 days, with optional rollover at investor consent
- Security package Pledge or assignment of goods, receivables and fixed assets, perfected in the relevant jurisdiction with English-law charge in favour of an independent security trustee
- Pipeline composition 35 percent energy products, 33 percent base metals, 24 percent grains and oilseeds, 8 percent fertilisers
Legal Architecture and Governance
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Issuer vehicle | Bankruptcy-remote SPV incorporated in Jersey with independent directors |
| Governing law | English law for facility agreements, security documents and intercreditor deed |
| Security trustee | London-based corporate trustee regulated by the FCA |
| Collateral monitoring | Daily mark-to-market via Platts, LME and CBOT; monthly on-site inspection for inventory transactions |
| Audit & valuation | Big-Four audit of SPV; independent valuation agent issues quarterly collateral reports |
| Risk limits | Single obligor 5 percent NAV, single originator 15 percent NAV, maximum 90 percent advance rate |
Sustainability Alignment
Trade Finance Capital excludes coal, restricted minerals and any counterparty subject to UN, EU, UK or US sanctions. Transactions are screened against the UN Sustainable Development Goals, with particular emphasis on Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure). Borrowers must demonstrate compliance with IFC Performance Standards and Equator Principles.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How are borrowing entities vetted?
Full KYC, AML, sanctions checks, historical trade review and onsite management interviews. Minimum three-year profitable operating history required. - What recourse exists in default?
Security trustee exercises English-law fixed and floating charges over goods and receivables; local counsel enforces pledges at port or warehouse level. Recovery timeframe historically under 90 days. - Liquidity terms for investors?
Each loan self-liquidates at maturity. Investors may elect reinvestment or receive cash. A secondary transfer window is available subject to counterparty consent and KYC. - Tax treatment?
Distributions originate from a Jersey SPV and are generally exempt from withholding tax on interest for non-UK residents, subject to investor circumstances. Independent tax advice is recommended. - Reporting cadence?
Monthly portfolio statements covering exposure, collateral, covenant compliance and cash movements; quarterly audited NAV and ESG scorecards.
Next-Step Engagement
Investors who meet the professional-investor criteria may access the secure data room upon execution of a non-disclosure agreement. The onboarding sequence is:
- Submit enquiry and receive the detailed Information Memorandum
- Execute NDA and provide basic KYC documents
- Attend a 30-minute due-diligence call with the portfolio manager and legal counsel
- Review live transaction term sheets and select participations or confirm mandate allocation
- Fund capital to the SPV subscription account; assets settle within five banking days
A comprehensive investment pack, including draft facility agreements, collateral audit templates and ESG policy, is available on request.
Request Access to the Data RoomThis summary is intended for institutional and qualified investors only and does not constitute an offer to the public. Investment in trade-finance transactions involves the risk of loss of capital. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Any commitment is subject to satisfactory due diligence, full legal documentation and final approval by the investment committee of Trade Finance Capital.
Get Started With Us
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.
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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