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Export Bill Discounting: What You Need to Know

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Export Bill Discounting: What You Need to Know Export agreements often start formally when the seller or supplier produces an export invoice or bill, just like any other bills of trade. Along with some pertinent trade information to help clarify the logistics process, the invoice lists the items' specs, value, and quantity. The conditions of payment for the export and information on when the buyer must pay the invoice in full are two other crucial pieces of information that are contained in the contract. The bill or invoice outlines the contract that the exporter or seller must complete as well as the number of days that the customer must pay after the contract is fulfilled. Export bill discounting is a fantastic export finance solution for Indian exporters looking to address short-term cash flow issues. In this blog, the concept of this bill discounting will be discussed. What is Export Bill Discounting? Also known as export invoice discounting, it is the procedure by whi...

5 Reasons to Invest in Cross-Border Supply Chain Management

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5 Reasons to Invest in Cross-Border Supply Chain Management The complex, wide-ranging network of related organisations, activities, and procedures that guarantee the smooth movement of products and services from their point of origin to the final customer worldwide is known as cross-border supply chain management . This supply chain management, from a financial perspective, involves the optimisation of financial flows and risk management across international borders. Below are the five reasons to invest in this supply chain management: Improved Cash Flow : Consistent cash flow allows businesses to meet financial obligations, invest in growth, and weather economic downturns. A strong cash flow reduces the need for external financing, lowering interest costs and improving financial flexibility. Reduced Expenses: Lower costs directly translate to higher profit margins. Reduced costs can allow businesses to offer more competitive prices. Mitigated Risk : ...

Why Is Export Factoring Important?

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Why Is Export Factoring Important? Export factoring is a financial arrangement in which a firm sells its accounts receivable to a factoring company, particularly those resulting from sales abroad. Through this method, the factoring provider offers the business (especially small businesses) quick cash flow by advancing a sizeable amount of the invoice value up front. After selling their invoices to a factoring firm, companies can transfer the responsibility of collecting payments from their clients to the factoring firm. Once the payments are received, the firm deducts a service fee and remits the remaining balance to the company. Below are the reasons through which it has proven important for businesses, particularly of small size: Export Credit Guarantee Export credit guarantee offer insurance protection against the possibility that overseas purchasers won't pay. The Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India (ECGC), banks and other financial institutions, and insurance compani...

How to Use Export Bill Discounting to Your Advantage?

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Export transactions typically begin legally when the supplier or seller submits an export invoice or bill. This invoice outlines the specific details of the goods or services being sold, including their specifications, value, quantity, and relevant trade information to facilitate the logistics process. The conditions of payment for the export and information on when the buyer must make the final payment on the invoice are two other significant pieces of information included in the document. The bill or invoice outlines the responsibility that the exporter/seller must meet as well as the number of days that the buyer must wait to make payment following the day that the obligation is fulfilled. Discounting bills is an excellent export finance solution for Indian exporters to address short-term cash flow issues. In the blog post, you will be instructed on how to use export bill discounting to your advantage. But first, you need to understand what export invoice discounting is and it...

8 Common Misconceptions About Export Credit

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One useful financial instrument that might assist companies in entering foreign markets is export credit. It refers to financing provided by banks or financial institutions to exporters, enabling them to manage cash flow and cover production or shipment costs before receiving payment from the importer for the goods or services delivered. Nevertheless, there are a few myths regarding export credit that may keep companies from using this valuable asset. Here are eight widespread myths: Export Credit is Only for Large Corporations The misconception that exports credit is only for large corporations stems from a few factors: ●         Complexity: The application process for export credit can seem complex, and many businesses can believe that they lack the resources or expertise to navigate it. ●         Large transactions: Some export credit programs can have minimum transaction requirements that can be pro...