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Trade Finance Talks

Trade Finance Global
Trade Finance
Artificial Intelligence
International Trade
Supply Chain Finance
Factoring
Digitalization
Digital Trade
Global Trade
Supply Chain
Real-Time Payments
Latin America
Smes
Treasury Management
ESG
China
Islamic Finance
Trade-Based Money Laundering
Open Banking
Supply Chain Management
WTO

The latest trends, technology and insights in the world of international trade, supply chain and receivables finance from Trade Finance Global. Tune in for updates on www.tradefinanceglobal.com.

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Any conference, interview, or conversation on the future of trade will inevitably discuss the inefficiencies which need to be addressed before that future arrives.

Although artificial intelligence (AI) is, by now, ubiquitous, a redefinition of value... more

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In an increasingly complex and fast-paced global economy, trade finance is undergoing a fundamental transformation, with digitalisation moving from a theoretical goal to an operational necessity.

As digital technologies become a defining feature of ... more

In an increasingly complex and fast-paced global economy, trade finance is undergoing a fundamental transformation, with digitalisation moving from a theoretical goal to an operational necessity.

As digital technologies become a defining feature of ... more

At the BAFT’s (Bankers Association for Finance and Trade) Global Annual Meeting, held in Orlando, Florida, in May 2026, these themes were front and centre. BAFT’s flagship conference brought together transaction bankers from across the trade and paym... more

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Recent Guests

Kevin Chang
Trade and working capital lead for Hong Kong, Greater China and North Asia; oversees global trade digital assets capabilities
Standard Chartered
Episode: Future of Trade with Standard Chartered E5: Are we closer to tokenisation in trade?
Emily Chan
Product manager in the global digital asset team for trade
Standard Chartered
Episode: Future of Trade with Standard Chartered E5: Are we closer to tokenisation in trade?
Gregory Lambillon
CEO of ING in Switzerland
ING
Episode: VIDEO | How ING and Komgo drive the trade train down digital rails
Jean-Marc Thijs
CEO, responsible for operations at ING
ING
Episode: VIDEO | How ING and Komgo drive the trade train down digital rails
Henny Heymans
CEO of DHL Express Sub-Saharan Africa
DHL Express Sub-Saharan Africa
Episode: Realising the full potential of AfCFTA begins with collective action and fighting corruption
James Lowry
Head of the Trade and Working Capital Products team and Transaction Banking Products at Lloyds
Lloyds Banking Group
Episode: Shaping transaction banking innovation around the needs of the end-user
Laszlo Loftske
Head of Payments and Cash Management Products within Lloyds Transaction Banking Division
Lloyds Banking Group
Episode: Shaping transaction banking innovation around the needs of the end-user
Llewellyn Maluli
Head of Data and Intelligence Team for Transaction Banking Products at Lloyds
Lloyds Banking Group
Episode: Shaping transaction banking innovation around the needs of the end-user
Dr. Ted George
CEO of Kleos Advisory
Kleos Advisory
Episode: The sustainability paradox of West African cocoa

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Trad refinance or TF marketing?

    The podcast has become little more than a sales and marketing channel for the guests. Very little is candidly discussed, the dialogue sounds like it was prepped for a late-night infomercial.

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    Embrasurea
    Norwaya month ago
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    Daveywav
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Super informative!

    This podcast is a great resource for the latest updates and trends in the global trade markets. Each episode is highly informative and insightful!

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    5
    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago
  • Very informative

    Interesting insights and good topics covered

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tim_b84
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Rate this podcast a lot!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rob.west8
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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High-quality guests and actionable takeaways for treasury teams.
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Future of Trade with Standard Chartered E5: Are we closer to tokenisation in trade?
Q: What regulatory changes have made tokenization more commercially relevant recently?
Regulators are adopting technology-neutral approaches, with frameworks like US Genius Act and stable coin regulations in places like Hong Kong and Singapore; these changes have spurred financial institutions to explore digital assets more seriously and build a compliant ecosystem for tokenized trade.
Future of Trade with Standard Chartered E5: Are we closer to tokenisation in trade?
Q: Can tokenized collateral unlock working capital and what immediate use cases exist today?
The immediate use cases include tokenized money as settlements for cross-border payments and collateral that could support lending or guarantees, with collateral mobility already being explored in finance and repo spaces; governance and operational readiness are still evolving, but momentum is growing.
Banking on the Present with BAFT E1: Straight-talking stablecoins
Q: Great to hear, and could you please explain exactly what a stablecoin is for our listeners and why they are so important in the current transaction banking landscape?
A stablecoin is a digital asset designed to maintain a stable value relative to a reference asset, most commonly a fiat currency like the US dollar. They are fully reserved or backed by high-quality assets to minimize volatility, enabling near-instant, 24/7 settlement on blockchain rails and offering programmable settlement and liquidity management capabilities that can reduce cross-border frictions.
A barometer on the financial pressures of 2026
Q: What are the key trends for 2026 in trade finance and risk management, and how should businesses prepare?
Businesses should lean on a disciplined risk management program, leverage appropriate credit insights and political risk coverage, diversify supply chains prudently, and use tools like trade credit insurance to maintain liquidity and access to financing even amid geopolitical and market volatility.
A barometer on the financial pressures of 2026
Q: Can you tell me a bit more about the relationship between risk and access to financing, and the role insurers play in lightening the load?
Insurers help by providing risk transfer and quantifiable risk metrics through trade credit insurance, which tends to ease liquidity constraints and improve credit terms during uncertain times, as evidenced by past government-backed schemes that supported trade liquidity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trade Finance Talks

What is Trade Finance Talks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series centers on how global trade, supply chain, and receivables finance are being reshaped by geopolitics, technology, and evolving risk. Episodes frequently explore transaction banking, data-driven treasury insights, and practical co-creation between banks, treasurers, and clients. Notable angles include tokenization and digital assets, stablecoins, ESG and commodity trade finance, and the role of insurers, regulators, and international institutions in shaping resilient, efficient cross-border flows. A recurring strength is grounding big-picture trends in concrete case studies, real-world use cases, and actionable governance and interoperability considerations that help listeners size opportunities and manage risk across diverse mar... more

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1. Kevin Chang
2. Emily Chan
3. Gregory Lambillon
4. Jean-Marc Thijs
5. Henny Heymans
6. James Lowry
7. Laszlo Loftske
8. Llewellyn Maluli

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