Why SME Trade Finance Cannot Be Solved With Corporate Banking Models

SME trade finance differs fundamentally from corporate banking models

Introduction For decades, global trade finance has been designed around the needs of large corporates. These models have proven effective for multinational firms with strong balance sheets, centralized treasury functions, and long-standing banking relationships. However, applying the same frameworks to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) has created persistent inefficiencies — contributing to the global trade […]

Closing the $2.5 Trillion Trade Finance Gap: How the $SRC Ecosystem Empowers SMEs Globally

Visualization of global SMEs gaining access to trade finance via SRC’s AI- and blockchain-powered infrastructure bridging a $2.5 trillion funding gap.

The global trade finance sector faces a $2.5 trillion gap, a significant barrier restricting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) from thriving in international markets. Representing 90% of businesses and 70% of the global workforce, SMEs encounter obstacles such as collateral shortages, low credit scores, and inefficient legacy systems. The $SRC Ecosystem emerges as a transformative […]