Banks and other lenders shared a mostly positive outlook for the asset-based lending market in the first quarter, fueled by predictions of a soft landing for the U.S. economy. But they are mindful of looming regulatory changes and continue to monitor...
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June 28, 2024, 07:23 AM
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nFusion Capital’s Senior Account Executive Melanie Guzman has been named a recipient of the Secured Finance Network’s (SFNet) 40 Under 40 Award in the Portfolio/Risk Management category. This award celebrates the achievements of leading young...
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May 08, 2024, 07:50 AM
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Solifi announced that Kasey Hobson has been recognized for her achievements in the secured finance industry in the SFNet 40 Under 40 Awards.“Featuring on the list of winners for the SFNet 40 Under 40 award is a great honor,” says Hobson. “I am...
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May 02, 2024, 07:29 AM
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While lenders experienced subdued demand for factoring in 2023, reflecting soft consumer retail spending and a cautious retailer approach to inventory management, the Secured Finance Network (SFNet) Year-End Factoring Survey found that overall...
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April 24, 2024, 07:00 AM
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Economic twists and turns marked 2023 but the asset-based lending market still saw growth in commitments of working capital, according to data released by the Secured Finance Network (SFNet). And while there were fewer new client deals last year than...
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April 22, 2024, 07:13 AM
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The resilience of the asset-based lending market continued in the fourth quarter, according to data released by the Secured Finance Network (SFNet). Lenders held positive against the backdrop of an uneven economy, but are closely watching portfolios...
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April 12, 2024, 07:13 AM
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The asset-based lending market held steady in the third quarter amid positive developments in the U.S. economy such as easing inflation, strong consumer spending and a solid job market, according to data released by the Secured Finance Network...
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January 05, 2024, 07:35 AM
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The factoring sector began 2023 on a positive note and has continued to show resilience in an uncertain economy, according to the MidYear Factoring Industry Survey, released by the Secured Finance Network (SFNet). The survey included the Factoring...
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October 17, 2023, 07:55 AM
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Confidence in the asset-based lending market in the second quarter was driven by hopes of a soft landing for the U.S. economy, according to data released by the Secured Finance Network. But lingering headwinds and recession risks still must be taken...
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September 28, 2023, 07:50 AM
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Combined (bank and non-bank) business lenders’ confidence stayed slightly positive during the first quarter of 2023, at 50.3 points, yet that was a 5.8-point decline from the last quarter of 2022, according to the Asset-Based Lending Index released...
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June 27, 2023, 07:45 AM
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The reach of secured financing: cash and liquidity for over 1 million U.S. businesses; funds for about one-third of the roughly 4.6 million U.S. firms with at least two employees The Secured Finance Network’s (SFNet) new Secured Finance Market Sizing...
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June 06, 2023, 07:45 AM
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Steady confidence in the asset-based lending market marked the fourth quarter, according to data released by the Secured Finance Network. Lenders maintained a positive outlook despite persistent inflation and rising interest rates. SFNet surveyed...
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April 14, 2023, 07:36 AM
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In a poll conducted by The Secured Finance Network (SFNet), since new CA disclosure rules were implemented in December 2022, 40% of respondents were found to be “no longer lending” to prospective borrowers who fall within the regulations’ threshold...
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March 22, 2023, 07:58 AM
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On International Women’s Day, SFNet president and former CEO of Gerber Finance and eCapital ABL, Jennifer Palmer, announced the formation of JPalmer Collective. The asset-based lending firm will provide customized financing solutions with white-glove...
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March 08, 2023, 08:02 AM
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The third quarter saw continued confidence in the asset-based lending market, according to data released by the Secured Finance Network, and that was welcome news as the country wrestles with inflation, rising interest rates and a slowed...
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December 20, 2022, 07:47 AM
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Cohn & Dussi has been named to the inaugural Great Places to Work list by The Secured Lender.The Secured Lender is published by SFNet, an industry organization that serves as a key resource for professionals in the secured finance industry. The...
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November 10, 2022, 07:44 AM
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Solifi announced The Secured Lender named Solifi to its inaugural 2022 Great Places to Work list. This recognition is testament to Solifi’s commitment in attracting and retaining talent through a range of initiatives, including an entrepreneurial...
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November 01, 2022, 07:50 AM
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eCapital Corp. announced the appointment of Jennifer Palmer, CEO of eCapital Asset Based Lending, to President of the Secured Finance Network (SFNet), a leading industry organization for companies and professionals who deliver and enable secured...
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October 26, 2022, 08:01 AM
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Confidence in the asset-based lending market was positive in the first quarter but banks and other lenders are watchful of an economy that shows a mix of highs and lows, according to data released by the Secured Finance Network.SFNet surveyed bank...
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July 08, 2022, 07:47 AM
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Confidence in the asset-based lending market held steady in the third quarter as banks and other lenders kept a close eye on the bigger economic picture, according to data released by the Secured Finance Network (SFNet). SFNet surveyed bank and...
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December 09, 2021, 07:22 AM
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The SFNet Foundation has announced its new board members and co-chairs for 2022 and noted the board members’ various areas of special attention, ranging from education, fundraising and community development to data and next generation initiatives.The...
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October 14, 2021, 07:40 AM
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The Secured Finance Network (SFNet) announced its new Executive and Management Committees for fiscal year 2022. These leaders guide the association, make policy decisions, confirm new members and provide thought leadership in advocacy and education...
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October 06, 2021, 08:00 AM
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Asset-based lending grew modestly in the second quarter for banks and more significantly for other lenders, according to data released by the Secured Finance Network (SFNet). The association surveyed 36 bank and non-bank asset-based lenders (ABLs) on...
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September 03, 2021, 07:37 AM
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Asset-based lending did not experience the dramatic first quarter bump evident in the broader economy, but grow it did, and so did lenders’ confidence in the market, according to data released by the Secured Finance Network (SFNet). The association...
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June 30, 2021, 08:21 AM
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The results of the Secured Finance Network’s (SFNet’s) 2020 Annual Factoring Survey have been released. Between 2019 and 2020, the factoring sector experienced unprecedented declines in volume (as did most secured financing) and the highest level of...
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April 28, 2021, 07:45 AM
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This year’s Asset-Based Capital Conference, March 9-11, is designed to attract newcomers to capital markets as well as seasoned professionals, with a first-ever “boot camp” kicking off the event and special company pricing to encourage unlimited...
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February 25, 2021, 07:10 AM
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The Q3 2020 Asset-Based Lending Index reflects improving confidence for lenders, fears of a double dip downturn subsiding for now, and exhibits the continuing impact of PPP funds distributed in April. The Q3 rebound of the U.S. economy lead to a GDP...
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December 11, 2020, 08:10 AM
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Secured Finance Network’s (SFNet’s) 76th Annual Convention, "This Way Forward," Nov. 17-19 will cover financial, economic and political disruptions that banks and finance companies must navigate in the midst of a pandemic and aftermath of a...
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November 12, 2020, 08:15 AM
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King Trade Capital’s Founder and Managing Partner, Edward King, will be the moderator and a panelist on the panel titled Disruption in Supply Chains & Mitigating Risks. The panel is scheduled for Thursday, November 17th at 10:15 AM CT during the...
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November 10, 2020, 08:03 AM
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Blank Rome LLP announced that Partner Lawrence F. Flick, II was elected to the Secured Finance Network (“SFNet”) Executive Committee for 2021, which is comprised of key leaders in the secured finance industry who will guide the association, make...
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October 01, 2020, 08:00 AM
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Ryan Davis, Managing Director of Valuation Services at Tiger Group, has been named a ‘40 Under 40’ recipient in the 2020 awards program from The Secured Finance Network (SFNet), the professional association of the secured lending industry.“The SFNet...
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July 10, 2020, 08:50 AM
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SFNet has introduced SFNet Market Pulse, a periodic report that will inform lenders about emerging economic trends likely to affect secured lending and their borrowers’ industries over the next one to two quarters, according to a an announcement in...
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November 12, 2019, 08:55 AM
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