All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Shawbrook acquires fintech lending company Playter

Playter’s platform is based on proprietary technology and delivers credit decisions through automated workflows.  

UK publishes small business finance review findings

The review focused on debt finance barriers, lending market trends, alternative finance, and underserved entrepreneurs. 

CBVC adds used cars to fleet management

The newly available vehicles are previously leased cars, typically under three years old, sourced from Lex Autolease.  

United Trust Bank to launch Stance Asset Finance brand

The new proposition will be powered by UTB’s operational functions and technology.  

Love Finance selects iwoca’s technology for SME financing

The partnership is aimed at enabling faster assessment and decision-making for loan applications. 

EBRD to offer $29m guarantee to CKB for MSMEs in Montenegro

EU is providing technical support and a first-loss counter-guarantee via the EFSD+ programme.  

Finnvera joins EIF as shareholder

The move is expected to promote the interests of both Finland and the financial sector within the EIF. 

FLA endorses UK’s 40% leasing assets tax allowance for first year

The measure aims to boost investment by easing restrictions on FYAs for leased assets and unincorporated businesses. 

Leasing Foundation identifies young professionals in 2025 30 Under 30 index

The initiative is backed by Asset Finance Connect and sponsored by Acquis.  

NACFB appoints Simon Featherstone as chair for two years

As chair, Featherstone will collaborate with the board and leadership team to maintain the association’s established structures.