Trade finance can accurately be described as the “final frontier” of international business. Virtually all financial institutions can process trade transactions; however, providing an exporter with working capital for a foreign transaction, can be somewhat more challenging.The challenge is more of a perception issue than reality. Extending credit to foreign ...
Exporters who are simply looking for ways to ship a product and get paid for it get barraged with a myriad of trade terms that each require their own seminar: Increase your overseas sales! Dealing with Discrepancies! Get Paid Quicker! We have all been through these seminars, and often walked ...
The original theme of this month's newsletter changed rather dramatically as the early March events in the banking sector radically altered the tone in the markets. While the focus had been a deeper dive into the “Recession vs Runway” theme for an economic landing, the failures of Silicon Valley Bank ...
Married couples seem to get a lot of breaks when it comes to finances—presumably, two people are earning (and sharing) income; they might have more choices for affordable insurance, and they often enjoy more generous tax deductions. Yet they also have to navigate tricky financial situations, such as allocating their ...
With the price of food on the rise, grocery bills are growing along with it. It can be a challenge to stick to your grocery budget while also trying to check everything off your list. But, with a little effort, you can keep your weekly grocery bill on budget. Whether ...
More than 11 million minority-owned businesses make up the economic fabric of the United States, according to data compiled by The Business Journals, and these businesses generate about $1.8 trillion in annual revenue, making up a good portion of the country’s economic success.Yet, minority-owned businesses do not receive nearly as ...
Do you have a budget? It’s a core factor in improving your financial well-being – both for today and the future. Consider this guide your “budget buddy” and get started today.What is a budget?We hear the word a lot, but what does it really mean to make a budget? At ...
Every March, we celebrate Women’s History Month where we honor women’s contributions in American History. This is a time to celebrate actions big and small that have led the way for progression. The theme for Women’s History Month 2023 is Celebrating the Women Who Tell Our Stories. These women might ...