Uneven Financial History

Securing a Strategic Partnership in Aerospace

CollateralEdge enabled a $3.5M line of credit for an aerospace parts manufacturer by addressing underwriting challenges related to uneven financial history and customer concentration.

Secured Credit

$3.5M line of credit granted. 

New Relationship

Established a long-term banking partnership.

Future Revenue

Positioned the bank for ongoing fee income.

Challenge, Solution & Results Challenge

This bank specializes in providing tailored financial solutions to high-growth industries, leveraging its regional expertise and a commitment to client success.
The bank faced significant underwriting hurdles in establishing a new relationship with an aerospace parts manufacturer.
  • Customer Concentration:

A significant portion of the manufacturer’s revenue came from a single client, raising risk
concerns.

  • Uneven Financial History:

Post-COVID performance improvements lacked a sufficient track record for reliable forecasting.

  • Specialized Collateral:

Inventory and accounts receivable presented valuation complexities, making it difficult to
meet traditional borrowing base requirements.

CollateralEdge provided a tailored letter of credit solution, designed to bridge the underwriting gap. 
  • Collateral Letter of Credit:

A $550K letter of credit issued at deal close by UMB Bank, fully collateralizing the loan.

  • Flexible Coverage Options:

Allowed for quarterly extensions, enabling the bank to align collateral support with the
borrower’s growth trajectory.

  • Platform Integration:

The bank utilized CollateralEdge’s platform to instantly evaluate and price multiple collateral
scenarios, ensuring rapid decision-making.

  • Enhanced Lending Capacity:

The bank successfully extended a $3.5M line of credit, securing deposits and future fee income
from a new client.

  • Stronger Risk Management:

The letter of credit provided an added layer of security, allowing the bank to mitigate risk without
adjusting internal policies.

  • New Revenue Opportunities:

By supporting the borrower’s growth, the bank positioned itself as a key financial partner,
unlocking opportunities for additional lending and cross-selling.

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