King Trade Capital is pleased to announce the completion of a $2.5MM purchase order finance facility for a returning client in support of their seasonal sales needs. An old client that KTC has financed in several different businesses, contacted King Trade Capital to help provide a PO finance solution in support of their growing holiday sales.

Winston & Strawn LLP advised Millicom International Cellular S.A. (Millicom) in an agreement with SBA Communications Corporation (SBA Communications) to sell and leaseback a tower portfolio of approximately 7,000 towers in Guatemala, Honduras, Panama, El Salvador, and Nicaragua for approximately US$975 million.

Gridiron Capital, LLC (“Gridiron Capital”), an investment firm focused on partnering with founders, entrepreneurs, and management teams, today announced it has been named to Inc. Magazine’s 2024 List of Founder-Friendly Investors. Inc. recognizes investors that believe in backing founder-led businesses and have successful track records of collaboration and remaining actively involved with the businesses they invest in.

5C Investment Partners ("5C"), an alternative investment firm focused on private credit, today announced the commencement of investing activity as part of their senior direct lending platform. 5C will begin investing with $1.6 billion of available capital, which represents equity commitments, target leverage, and a co-investment program.

Greystone, a leading national commercial real estate finance company, announced it has arranged $35.2 million in financing for the acquisition of a multifamily community in College Station, TX. The transaction was sourced on behalf of Partin Development by Eric Rosenstock, Senior Managing Director at Greystone, with Greystone’s Thomas Wayda, Managing Director, and Dante DiStefano, Associate, handling the debt placement.

Bunker Hill Mining Corp. (“Bunker Hill” or the “Company”) (TSXV:BNKR | OTCQX:BHLL) is pleased to announce that it has received a non-binding Letter of Interest (“LOI”) from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (“EXIM”) for a debt funding package of up to $150M with a loan term of up to 15 years.

Continuing our commitment to responsible business practices, collaboration, and innovation, EisnerAmper is proud to announce that it has signed on to the United Nations Global Compact (“UNGC”). With a mission to advance societal and environmental goals, our participation aligns with our culture and commitment to our colleagues, clients, and the communities in which we live and work.

Linedata, (Euronext Paris: LIN), a global provider of credit and asset management technology, data and services, announced today the U.S. launch of Linedata Ekip360, a complete, end-to-end asset finance platform. Currently in use by global equipment and auto manufacturers and banks in over 20 countries worldwide including Mexico and Canada, Linedata Ekip360 is now available to U.S. companies seeking a solution that grows their business, enhances efficiency, and improves profitability.

WSFS Bank, the primary subsidiary of WSFS Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: WSFS), today announced that James (Jim) Wechsler has been named Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial Banking Officer, effective January 1, 2025.

SLIM Capital, a leading commercial finance company specializing in creative financing solutions for businesses, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joel Baker as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With an extensive background in accounting, strategic planning, and leadership, Joel brings a wealth of expertise to help guide SLIM Capital’s continued expansion and success in the commercial finance sector.

In an assignment for the benefit of creditors, Tiger Group will auction assets and intellectual property from grid-edge tech startup Veloce Energy on November 7.

Hilco Global (“Hilco”) and TPG Angelo Gordon today announced the formation of a new joint venture (“JV”) that will identify, acquire, and finance consumer brands and IP in partnership with Bluestar Alliance, LLC (“Bluestar”).

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP today announced that Dave Azarkh and Alexandra Kaplan have been named as Co-Heads of the Firm’s Global Investment Banking practice. As Co-Heads, Dave and Alexandra lead our integrated team of credit and capital markets attorneys who work collaboratively across a broad spectrum of bank finance and securities offerings, providing comprehensive and innovative advice to clients in an evolving market with an increasing convergence of terms between high yield bonds and complex loan and hybrid products.

H.I.G. Capital ("H.I.G." or the "Firm"), a leading global alternative asset management firm with $65 billion of capital under management, today announced the closing of H.I.G. Capital Partners VII ("Fund VII"). Significantly oversubscribed, Fund VII closed with $2 billion of capital commitments and continues the Firm's highly successful strategy of making control equity investments in U.S. lower middle market companies.

JPalmer Collective (JPC), an asset-based lending company committed to funding high-growth, women-led and natural products companies, today announced the closing of a line of credit to Peace Coffee, a female-founded company dedicated to delivering exceptional, sustainably-sourced coffee while fostering positive social and environmental impact.

When a California-based natural food manufacturer outgrew its small business loan, it sprang into action through a new partnership with Republic Business Credit. Republic was introduced by a lower middle market debt advisor in the natural food industry to help the company navigate this exciting period of growth.

Gordon Brothers, the global asset experts, has agented a $150 million debtor-in-possession (DIP) term loan for Big Lots Inc. The U.S. closeout retailer focused on value will use the DIP loan during ongoing Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings to support the going-concern sale and stalking horse bid.

Porter Capital, a leading provider of invoice factoring and accounts receivable financing solutions, has provided an $8 million credit facility to a Boston, MA-based staffing agency specializing in life sciences, renewable energy, and information technology. This infusion of capital will support the company’s efforts to expand its operations and respond to the increasing demand for specialized talent across these high-impact sectors.

Tempur Sealy International has refinanced its credit lines with 13 different lenders that includes a $1.15 billion revolving credit facility, a $500 million term loan facility and an incremental facility that allows up to $850 million and additional amounts.

DailyPay, a provider of earned wage access solutions, has announced a USD 100 million increase in its secured credit facility from Citi.