Great Elm Commercial Finance announced the launch of a new, enhanced asset-based loan product designed to help small to middle market businesses navigate the financial strain of a higher tariff environment.

“As tariff pressures continue to affect the cost of imported goods, we're introducing a loan product that provides higher advance rates on imported products and inventory,” said Michael Keller, CEO of Great Elm Commercial Finance. “This offering reflects our ongoing commitment to helping U.S. based companies manage working capital needs and adapt to an evolving global trade landscape.”

In addition to supporting companies with higher import costs, Great Elm’s flexible financing structures are tailored to assist businesses as they reconfigure supply chains including efforts to nearshore or onshore production. Whether companies are reducing dependency on overseas manufacturing, improving logistical reliability, or shifting sourcing strategies to navigate ongoing uncertainty, Great Elm provides the liquidity and support needed to move forward with confidence.

This new product is specifically tailored for import-driven businesses that require adaptable capital to maintain healthy cash flow and inventory levels during times of economic and supply chain disruption.

Great Elm Commercial Finance offers secured lending solutions ranging from $2 million to $30 million, serving a broad spectrum of industries. The firm specializes in creating customized capital structures that enable companies to unlock the value of their assets and drive long-term growth.

“In this fast-changing environment, our goal is to be a reliable capital partner to middle-market companies across the country,” Keller added.