Funding Circle UK

Funding Circle is a financial technology company that specializes in providing loans to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded in August 2010, it has evolved from a peer-to-peer lending platform to focus on institutional investors and its own balance sheet. The company is headquartered in London and operates in the UK, United States, Germany, and the Netherlands. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol LSE: FCH. Funding Circle offers business loans and commercial loans, enabling SMEs to access financing at potentially lower costs than traditional banks. The company has facilitated over £14.6 billion in loans to more than 110,000 businesses, contributing to economic growth and job creation. Notable partners include the British Business Bank and the European Investment Bank, which support lending through the platform. As of 2024, Funding Circle reported a revenue of £161.7 million and continues to expand its operations in the SME lending market.