TradeTeq Raises $12.5 Million in A Plus Funding Round

TradeTeq, a platform facilitating securitization and asset distribution, raised approximately $12.5 million in its A Plus funding round. The firm was founded back in 2016 by former Wall Street professionals. TradeTeq aims to connect trade finance and private credit providers with industrial investors to resolve the global lending shortage. By utilizing automation and technology, TradeTeq makes processes smoother and unlocks opportunities in global lending ecosystems.

MS&AD Ventures led the round with investment from venture capital firm Interlock Partners. These investors will help TradeTeq expand into the US market and improve its infrastructure for US-based investors. Moreover, Victor Ganzi, an investor with a diverse background, including roles as CEO of The Hearst Corporation and Chairman of Willis Towers Watson, will join TradeTeq as an advisor to give industry expertise.

TradeTeq’s latest strategic investment is vital as it prepares to enter the US, the world’s largest private credit and securitization market. Since its start, TradeTeq has offered a platform for banks to securitize and divide their trade finance assets to investors. This year, they enhanced their platform to cover private credit, connecting global banks and alternative lenders with institutional investors. TradeTeq’s automation and securitization features turn private credit into tradable financial assets, lowering costs and boosting investment returns. Till now, they have facilitated over $2.75 billion in note issuances.

Christoph Gugelmann, Tradeteq CEO, said in a statement:

“We are delighted to have the backing of our new partners. The strategic alliance with MS&AD Ventures and Interlock Partners will be vital as we lay the groundwork for our US operations and we are extremely pleased to gain the insights and expertise of Victor Ganzi. We were gratified with the participation and continued support of existing investors LGGP and Niya Partners to complete the funding round.”