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The UK alternative finance sector has seen unprecedented levels of growth since the 2008 global financial crisis. Peer-to-business (P2B) lending in particular has experienced rapid growth. The UK is the global leader in raising finance for small businesses through P2B lending and the average annual amount raised has grown by 203% over the last 3 years. The P2B lending sector is easy to access, however it can often be hard for investors to fully grasp the risks involved with each platform and the market as a whole.
The latest report, Peer-to-Business Report 2014, from Intelligent Partnership provides a balanced and detailed look at P2B lending and an introduction to the alternative finance market, which includes crowdfunding, real estate lending and peer-to-peer lending. The report analyses data compiled through on-line research and published resources. The report provides the knowledge for intermediaries and investors to fully understand opportunities available, to select the most suitable and appropriate P2B investment.
The report explains how P2B lending works, provides an investment case and a comprehensive overview of the risks and benefits of peer-to-business lending. The primary focus of this report is lending to small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs), but also covers real estate lending. The sector is then put into context and compared to traditional forms of savings and investments, specifically traditional lending institutions. The well-balanced overview will help investors, financial intermediaries and advisers make educated decisions about their involvement in this rapidly developing sector. This report is relevant to anyone with a vested interest in the alternative finance market.
Why should you read this report?
- Peer-to-Business lending sector explained with key investment benefits and risks
- An overview of the alternative finance market: crowdfunding; P2P lending; and real estate lending
- A detailed look at P2B lending opportunities
- An overview of how to invest through P2B lending platforms
- How P2B investments can provide steady fixed returns, portfolio diversification and liquidity
- Analysis of published figures from trade associations and P2B platforms
- Source of knowledge for intermediaries helping clients access the P2B lending sector
Contents of the Peer to Business Lending Report
- Rational for the report
- Introduction
- The Investment Case
- Role of Platforms
- Market Updates
- Outlook
- Sector SWOT
- Summary and Conclusion
Relevance
The Report is aimed at:
- Financial services professionals
- Platform providers
- Financial advisers and wealth managers
- Retail and professional investors
- Anyone with a vested interest in peer-to-business lending
The aim of this report is to provide impartial look at and highlight the pros and cons of investing in P2B lending. The report provides the background and knowledge necessary to make an informed decision about whether P2B lending is a suitable and beneficial addition to a well-balanced portfolio.
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