Technological advancements have changed lending significantly – banks are integrating fintech and modern loan origination software in their legacy systems. And automation has enabled small players to compete with banks by offering loans at competitive rates. However, since technology keeps changing, you’ll need to update your working capital lending operation to stay relevant. While automation […]
Supply Chain Financing: How Banks Help Small Entrepreneurs Grow
Cashflows are the lifebloods of businesses. The biggest challenge an entrepreneur faces is raising funds. New businesses must stabilise their fund flows to sustain their operations and scale up, whether it is equity or working capital. Small businesses must manage their receivables and payables meticulously to maintain a comfortable liquidity position. Sometimes, they look for […]
Can B2B BNPL Potentially Unlock Growth Opportunities for Companies?
B2C (business-to-consumer) BNPL has been growing in popularity among millennials, particularly Gen Z. Millennials often lead the B2B buying process in their workplaces, just like in consumer markets. With the growing popularity of eCommerce and increased demand for digital payments in the B2B marketplace, B2B BNPL has emerged as a natural fit for customers looking […]
Credit Cards’ Uncertain Future: Will Virtual Cards Dominate?
It’s no secret that credit cards have faced a fair share of problems in the past few years. The global recession caused many people to tighten their belts, and credit card companies were some of the first to feel the pinch. Fees increased, interest rates rose, and many people found themselves struggling to keep up […]
How Is Loan Against Invoices Helping SMBs and Their Suppliers: 5 Key Points
Micro, small and medium businesses (MSMB) is India’s second largest employment generator and constitutes nearly 30% of our GDP. Like other businesses across the globe, the Indian SMB industry also faced massive crises during the pandemic. But the sector quickly recovered and has shown resilient growth ever since. A vulnerable point for the small businesses, […]
Why Is Supply Chain Financing in Demand Among SMBs and How to Leverage It?
SMBs may have found the perfect product-market fit but are restricted from capitalizing on the opportunity without access to timely funds. Small businesses can benefit from supply chain financing by getting access to instant financing and liquidity in this situation. Accounting standards cover the accounting by the supplier for advances it receives under this arrangement. […]