TRADE FINANCE HANDBOOK is the perfect guide for anyone seeking success in international finance! This innovative text covers every essential topic ranging from identifying international risks to the role of government financing programs. Whether you are new to trade finance or a practicing professional this book will take you to new heights of success!
1. Cash in Advance
2. Letters of Credit
3. Documentary Collections
4. Credit Insurance
5. Open Account
6. Consignment
7. Forfaiting
8. Medium-Term Loans
9. Government
10. Project Finance
11. Countertrade
"Alan and Chip bring wealth of expertise and knowledge to the field of trade finance. Their collboration on this book provides an excellent review of the many financing techniques used when selling overseas. This book will be a valuable resource to international executives and companies seeking to minimize their risk while expanding global market share."
--Brian T. Gordon, Vice President, International Trade Banking Group, HSBC Bank--
"Trade finance is an excellent resource for the international business executive. By dealing in a straightforward fashion with the diverse terms and conditions involved in financing international transactions, Messrs. Beard and Thomas provide critical insight for executives seeking to expand overseas sales with acceptable risk. This will make an excellent addition to my personal library."
--William C. Cummins, First Vice President, JP Morgan Chase-Global Trade Services--