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Millbank FX Trade Finance helps businesses explore funding options for supplier payments, stock purchases and import/export transactions — giving you more flexibility between placing an order, receiving goods and getting paid.

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Is trade finance right for your business?

Trade finance may be relevant if your business needs to buy goods, pay suppliers or fulfil orders before cash comes back into the company.

If this sounds familiar
Trade finance may help with
You need to pay a supplier before goods are shipped
Funding supplier payments
You have a confirmed order but limited available working capital
Funding the order cycle
You are importing stock or raw materials
Import finance
You sell goods before customers pay you
Bridging the trade cycle
You want to accept larger or seasonal orders
Funding stock or inventory
Your supplier requires payment in USD, EUR or another currency
Funding plus FX and payment support
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Strategisch FX-advies en -ondersteuning

Dit is geen callcenter. U wordt gekoppeld aan een toegewijde FX-dealer die uw bedrijf door en door kent

It is often used where there is a timing gap between paying suppliers and receiving cash from customers. For importers, exporters, wholesalers and manufacturers, that timing gap can create pressure even when the underlying trade is commercially strong.

Trade finance may help your business fund supplier payments, stock purchases, raw materials, purchase orders or goods in transit.

We hebben Millbank FX gemaakt om dat te veranderen.

For importers, funding the order is only part of the picture.

If your supplier is paid in USD, EUR or another currency, the exchange rate and payment timing can affect the total cost of the transaction. A movement in the currency market between agreeing the order and paying the supplier can change your margin.

Met een jarenlange gecombineerde ervaring in de financiële sector hebben we uit de eerste hand gezien hoe bedrijven worstelden met oneerlijke wisselkoersen en onbetrouwbare dienstverlening. Ze wisten dat er een betere manier moest zijn, een manier waarbij bedrijven op de eerste plaats kwamen.

You may need to consider:

Voorspelbare marges

Snellere, goedkopere betalingen

Minder handmatige fouten

Meer tijd besteed aan de groei van je bedrijf

How exchange rate movements could affect the transaction cost

Whether supplier payment timing affects the lending structure

Hoe Empire Textiles wereldwijde betalingen stroomlijnde en hun cashflow transformeerde met een account in meerdere valuta

Empire Textiles is de grootste gespecialiseerde Afrikaanse textielwinkel in het VK. Voornamelijk afkomstig uit Zwitserland en Italië, maar verkoop op de Britse markt.

1. Tell us about the transaction

We start with the supplier, amount, currency, timing, goods, customer order and reason for funding.

2. We review the trade finance route

We help determine whether trade finance is likely to be relevant or whether another route, such as invoice finance or a business loan, may be more suitable.

3. Provide supporting information

You may be asked for supplier invoices, purchase orders, customer orders, accounts, bank statements or other supporting documents.

4. Upload supporting documents

Documents are uploaded through a secure digital process with clear instructions on what is required.

5. Review and Progress the transaction

Once assessed, any available offers are presented clearly so you can decide whether to proceed.

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Millbank FX is Authorised by the FCA

Regulated, safeguarded, and built for operational confidence

Safeguarded Funds

Your funds are held in safeguarded accounts, kept separate from operating funds, providing peace of mind with every transaction and an extra layer of security.

Secure and Trustworthy

Our advanced encryption and security protocols protect your data, ensuring every transaction is secure and handled with the highest level of integrity.

FCA Authorised

As a licensed payment institution, we meet rigorous regulatory standards and report to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), ensuring robust oversight and compliance.

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In turn, you’ll get a clear view on how to:

Fund supplier payments and stock purchases where trade finance is suitable

Bridge the gap between paying suppliers and getting paid by customers

Consider FX and payment timing where overseas suppliers are involved

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9 van de 10 bedrijven die we ontmoeten, maken al gebruik van een provider en laten geld op tafel liggen — en ze weten het niet eens. En ja, je kunt in plaats daarvan direct je account openen als je klaar bent om sneller te handelen.

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Frequently asked questions about trade finance

01
What is trade finance?

Trade finance is funding used to support trade transactions, such as supplier payments, stock purchases, import/export activity or goods in transit. It is often used where there is a timing gap between paying suppliers and receiving customer payment.

02
Who can apply for trade finance?

Trade finance is typically used by businesses that buy, sell, import, export, wholesale, manufacture or distribute goods. Eligibility depends on lender criteria, business performance and the details of the transaction.

03
Is trade finance only for international trade?

No. Trade finance can support both international and domestic transactions. It may be relevant wherever a business needs to pay suppliers before being paid by customers.

04
Can trade finance be used to pay overseas suppliers?

Yes. Trade finance may be used to support overseas supplier payments, subject to lender assessment and the transaction structure.

05
Can Millbank FX help with the currency payment?

Where your supplier payment involves FX or an international transfer, Millbank FX can help you consider the currency and payment side of the transaction alongside the finance discussion.

06
Does trade finance help with supplier negotiations?

It may help where funding gives your supplier greater confidence around payment timing. Any impact on supplier terms depends on the supplier relationship, transaction structure and commercial negotiation.

07
How quickly can trade finance be arranged?

Timescales vary depending on the lender, documentation, transaction complexity and any checks required. Complete and accurate information can help avoid delays.

08
Do I need confirmed orders?

Not always, but confirmed orders, supplier invoices or clear transaction documentation can strengthen an application. The requirements depend on the lender and facility type.

09
Will I need to provide security?

Possibly. Trade finance may require security, guarantees or indemnities depending on the lender, amount, transaction and business profile.

10
Is approval guaranteed?

No. Trade finance is subject to lender assessment, affordability, product suitability and separate terms.

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