Trade Finance
Trade financing helps you cover the upfront cost of goods, allowing you to spread your expenses over time while still being able to benefit from discounts and lower shipping per unit.
Trade finance loans are primarily designed for businesses that import or export goods and common sectors include manufacturing, wholesale, retail, and construction.
Yes. Trade finance isn't exclusive to international transactions—you can also use it for local purchases.
The key difference is that invoice financing focuses primarily on domestic transactions to address immediate cash flow needs, while trade financing is designed for international or cross-border trade, allowing you to spread your costs over time while still being able to benefit from discounts and lower shipping per unit.