Alibaba Founders Pledge Company Stock For Pledged Share Loan

By on 5 July 2021   /   Blog  
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Chinese tycoons Jack Ma and Joe Tsai have pledged part of their combined $35bn (£25bn) stake in Alibaba in exchange for large pledged share loans from investment banks. The share pledges, which were made to lenders including UBS, Credit Suisse and Goldman Sachs, were made by offshore companies that control half of the two billionaire’s stake in the eCommerce giant, which totaled 5.8 per cent in December. The amounts of the share pledges were not disclosed but the pair have repeatedly borrowed against their stock since Alibaba’s US listing in 2014, according to documents seen by the Financial Times. Share pledges allow banks to accept stock as collateral for loans but the borrower retains ownership of the shares. Ma and Tsai, who are Alibaba’s two

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Borrowing Against Stocks

By on 27 June 2021   /   Blog  
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Borrowing Against Stocks

Borrowing Against Stocks: A Smart Financial Move or a Risky Gamble? Borrowing against stocks may seem like a risky move, but when done correctly it can greatly improve your financial situation. Many investors especially those just starting out, find themselves having far less money than their net worth would indicate. In the world of personal finance, there are numerous ways to access liquidity without having to sell your investments. One of these methods is borrowing against stocks, a strategy that has gained popularity among high-net-worth individuals and savvy investors. By using their stock portfolio as collateral, individuals can unlock capital for various purposes, such as purchasing real estate, funding a business venture, or paying off debts. However, while this option can provide quick access to

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Advantages and Disadvantages of Securities Based Lending

By on 29 March 2021   /   Blog  
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What Is Securities-Based Lending? Securities based lending involves using your stock or share portfolio as collateral to release cash in a short time frame. Basically, you’re taking a loan against your existing investments, such as ETFs, mutual funds, or stocks. Non-purpose loans, or securities based loans, are cost-effective and provide financial flexibility. Plus, you can use them for various purposes, from equipment purchase to office renovations or even private purchases such as house or property purchases. Most lenders will accept different types of collateral, including: Hedge funds Preferred stocks Mutual funds Single stock Equities With this type of lending, business owners have access to extra capital without the need to sell securities. This allows them to pursue existing investment strategies and take advantage of new

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Securities Backed Lending and Stock Loans

By on 27 March 2021   /   Blog  
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Securities Backed Lending and Stock Loans Certain investors, usually those classed as professional investors with considerable wealth and experience, have ready access to loan capital through a practice known as securities backed lending. These loans are normally issued through a private bank or other private financial institution, securities-backed loans and lines of credit can be particularly useful for those engaging in large purchases from time to time, such as buying real estate properties or acquiring private operating companies. What Is a Securities-Backed Loan? A securities backed loan is a debt secured against an investor’s portfolio of eligible securities such as stocks and bonds. The borrower deposits securities into a custodian account on which the lender has a lien, and the lender will often make available

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Securities Financing Products Available From Our Range Of Private Lenders

By on 26 March 2021   /   Blog  
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Securities Financing Products Available From Our Range Of Private Lenders

Securities Financing Products Available From Our Range Of Private Lenders There is a crucial distinction between the loans we offer, securities financing, and the more commonly issued recourse loans. Both loan types include borrowing money in return for collateral. With recourse loans, however, the lender can come after much more than what you put up as collateral, and failure to repay the loans can result in When you borrow for a personal or business-related purchase, such as a vehicle or a tractor, you typically enter into what’s known as a recourse loan. This means that you are fully responsible to repay that loan by whatever means necessary, including not only repossession of the asset(s) you bought with the loan, but any other assets necessary to

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Non-Recourse Stock Loans – Platinum Global Stock Loans

By on 25 March 2021   /   Blog  
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Non-Recourse Stock Loans – Platinum Global Stock Loans

Non-Recourse Stock Loans There is a crucial distinction between the loans we offer, non-recourse stock loans, and the more commonly issued recourse loans. Both loan types include borrowing money in return for collateral. With recourse loans, however, the lender can come after much more than what you put up as collateral, and failure to repay the loans can result in When you borrow for a personal or business-related purchase, such as a vehicle or a tractor, you typically enter into what’s known as a recourse loan. This means that you are fully responsible to repay that loan by whatever means necessary, including not only repossession of the asset(s) you bought with the loan, but any other assets necessary to repay the full loan amount. If

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