First Business Bank's Accounts Receivable Financing group announces the funding of a $1.5 million factoring facility for an IT consulting client in Texas. This transaction demonstrates First Business Bank's continued commitment to supporting technology sector businesses with flexible financing solutions that address their unique cash flow needs and growth objectives.

Phoenix Aviation Capital (“Phoenix” or “the Company”), a full-service aircraft lessor managed by AIP Capital (“AIP”), an alternative investment manager focused on opportunities in asset-based finance and a portfolio company of funds advised or controlled by affiliates of BC Partners Advisors L.P., announced a $250 million upsize to its $300 million senior secured credit facility (“the facility”), bringing total commitments to the facility to $550 million.

Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. (“Oaktree”) has launched Oaktree Direct Lending Evergreen Fund, L.P. (“ODLE” or “the Fund”), an evergreen senior direct lending strategy for institutional clients. ODLE completed its first close with approximately $2.35 billion in committed capital, the vast majority from a wide range of global insurance companies.

Thoma Bravo, a leading software investment firm, today announced that Jeff Levin and Kunal Soni have joined the firm as partners on the Thoma Bravo Credit platform. Levin has also been named head of the platform.

EBSC Lending, a leading real estate lender specializing in middle-market projects, is pleased to announce the closing of a $26.56 million bridge loan to refinance a mid-rise, loft-style multifamily property in Houston, Texas. The financing was originated by David Palmer, VP of Special Assets at EBSC Lending.

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO), a leading provider of advanced technologies for global aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries, announced today that it has entered into a new $300 million senior secured, cash flow-based revolving credit facility (the “New Revolver”).

Crescent Energy Company (NYSE: CRGY) (“Crescent” or the “Company”) today announced the successful completion of its fall borrowing base redetermination under its reserve-based revolving credit facility (the “Credit Facility”). The borrowing base increase and extended tenor reflect strong support from Crescent’s bank syndicate and ongoing financial discipline.

Encina Private Credit, LLC (“EPC”) is pleased to announce that it has served as the Revolver Administrative Agent on a senior secured credit facility supporting a refinancing of a leading sponsor owned risk and compliance solutions provider for merchant risk.

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce that Joshua M. Altman has joined the firm as a partner in its Restructuring & Insolvency practice group. Josh brings a dynamic blend of legal precision and entrepreneurial insight to NGE. With a career spanning top-tier firms, he has guided clients through complex restructuring matters across the U.S. and internationally.

Republic Business Credit, a national commercial finance company offering working capital solutions, provided a $16 million asset-based facility to a Gulf Coast-based oilfield services company. The financing provides greater borrowing availability to support ongoing growth initiatives, including the expansion of the Company’s manufacturing capabilities, as well as refinance existing indebtedness.

FGI Worldwide LLC (“FGI”), a global leader in the commercial finance industry, has announced the hiring of Philip Coleman as Managing Director, FGI Tech. Mr. Coleman will lead operations for the firm’s technology business, including TRUST™, FGI Tech’s flagship credit insurance management software. In this role, he will oversee strategic product initiatives and partner with the sales team to accelerate growth.

SouthStar Capital is pleased to announce the funding of a $250,000 Accounts Receivable Financing Facility for a well-established construction company serving commercial and institutional clients across the Southeast.

Amzak Capital Management (“Amzak”) today announced it has closed a $200 million warehouse facility with Axos Bank to support the continued expansion of its Multifamily Construction lending platform under Amzak Capital Partners. This is Amzak’s second warehouse facility in this asset space, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to the multifamily sector and ability to scale with leading developers nationwide.

Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) (the "Company"), a leading alternative asset manager, today announced the commitment of $15 million in growth capital to Kard Financial, Inc., ("Kard"), a commerce media network that helps fintechs and financial institutions drive usage, loyalty, and engagement through merchant-specific rewards.

B. Riley Securities Holdings, Inc. (“B. Riley Securities," "BRS” or the “Company”), a leading middle market investment bank, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Jimmy Baker as Chief Executive Officer. Andy Moore, CEO since 2017, will transition from Co-CEO, a role he and Mr. Baker have shared since March 2025, and continue as Chairman of BRS, effective January 1, 2026.

CohnReznick, a leading professional services firm, today announced the opening of its Tallahassee office. The new office will serve as a regional hub for CohnReznick’s Government and Public Sector Advisory (GPSA) practice, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s strategic growth and reinforcing its commitment to serving the evolving needs of public sector clients across the state.

Gateway Trade Funding, a PO and Stretch Financing company, is pleased to announce that it has recently completed the following stretch finance transactions: a $615,000 facility for a US tech staffing company; $150,000 facility for a US apparel company; $250,000 facility for a US steel fabricator and a $100,000 facility for a US agriculture and farming products company.

Gateway Trade Funding, a PO and Stretch Financing company, is pleased to announce that it has recently completed the following stretch finance transactions: a $615,000 facility for a US tech staffing company; $150,000 facility for a US apparel company; $250,000 facility for a US steel fabricator and a $100,000 facility for a US agriculture and farming products company.

Gateway Trade Funding, a PO and Stretch Financing company, is pleased to announce that it has recently completed the following stretch finance transactions: a $615,000 facility for a US tech staffing company; $150,000 facility for a US apparel company; $250,000 facility for a US steel fabricator and a $100,000 facility for a US agriculture and farming products company.

Gateway Trade Funding, a PO and Stretch Financing company, is pleased to announce that it has recently completed the following stretch finance transactions: a $615,000 facility for a US tech staffing company; $150,000 facility for a US apparel company; $250,000 facility for a US steel fabricator and a $100,000 facility for a US agriculture and farming products company.