FinTech firm TradeRocket is linking with Hitachi to bring supply chain financing to mid-market firms. Its CEO, Jim Eckstein, explains how technology speeds the invoice approval process and lands capital with businesses sooner.
There is a common problem in small business finance that may go unnoticed by small business owners: Entrepreneurs often turn to consumer and personal credit card products for business spend. There are ramifications of this habit — both legal and financial — yet it persists. Get the...
MasterCard announced Wednesday (Feb. 3) that it has paired up with cross-border value-added tax recovery service provider VAT IT to automate businesses’ tax recovery. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...
If CEOs drive businesses forward, the financial decisions they make — even if it’s deciding who will make those decisions for them — are critical. Researchers at the London School of Economics examined the role of the CEO in this light and uncovered connections regarding the behavior...
In the U.S., investment in travel and expense management startups is on the rise. In Europe, corporate travel spend is spiking, too. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...
Among the problems of effective T&E management: Time and money seem to disappear quickly. Here's how a recent Certify survey found that travelers and other savvy business people can tackle expense reporting with speed and aplomb.
Sage has taken steps in several directions over the last few months via its various arms, from payments to payroll. All, however, have a common goal: streamline the financial process of small and medium-sized businesses. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...
China’s renminbi has, traditionally, not been viewed as a global currency, largely due to stringent government controls on the yuan. But that view is changing; if there is any doubt, just look at how the yuan devaluation last year rocked markets all over the planet....
Poland-based Currency One is looking to streamline cross-border payments for European companies and consumers, announcing the launch of Valuto.com on Tuesday (Feb. 2). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...