For decades, “private credit” was synonymous with rigid structures and standardized term loans with fixed covenants that resembled off-the-shelf products. That’s changing. Today, wha ...

As the bank regulatory environment continues to tighten, and the private credit markets expand, venture debt remains a go-to source of working capital for venture-backed growth stage companies. While ...

For too long, the tech ecosystem has been enamored with the allure of rapid growth, often at the expense of sustainable financial discipline. Early-stage startups have their place as harbingers of ...

Fintech originators such as alternative lenders, buy-now-pay-later platforms, and payments companies typically fund daily originations through subsidiary-level special purpose vehicle (SPV) warehouse ...

Dr. Ellison’s research forms the foundation for the A.R.I. Venture Debt Deal Index™ and A.R.I. Venture Debt Research Series™, launching in 2026 Applied Real Intelligence (“A.R.I.”), a leading provider ...

Founders often think “raising capital” means equity or VC money. That leaves money on the table. For scaleups with stable unit economics and repeatable growth motions, debt can complement equity and ...

Hercules Capital stands out among BDCs by dominating the venture debt niche, with superior deal flow and a lower cost of capital. HTGC's portfolio is concentrated in sectors with structural upside ...

Hercules Capital is rated a "buy" due to strong financial stability, high dividend yield, and a robust venture lending portfolio. HTGC benefits from Fed interest rate cuts, which enhance net ...

VentureSoul Partners has announced the close of its maiden debt fund at ₹300 crore, with plans to raise an additional ₹300 crore through a green shoe option by February 2026. The venture debt firm, ...