Funding Circle Completes Tenth Securitisation
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Jun 18, 2026 · Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The successful completion of Funding Circle's tenth securitisation, SBOLT 2026-1, is positive for Funding Circle as it demonstrates the strength and maturity of its platform, potentially attracting more institutional investors. The participation of the United Kingdom — British Business Bank further validates the UK SME ABS asset class, which could lead to increased capital flow to small and medium-sized enterprises in the United Kingdom.
Funding Circle, the UK's leading SME finance platform, has successfully completed SBOLT 2026-1, its tenth public securitisation of loans. This transaction, comprising loans owned by Waterfall Asset Management, marks a decade of public market issuance for Funding Circle, solidifying its position as a prominent SME ABS issuer in the UK and Europe. The program has delivered approximately £2.5 billion in securitised issuance since 2016, supporting over 33,000 UK small businesses. Notably, the United Kingdom — British Business Bank participated for the first time, broadening institutional involvement and further developing the UK SME ABS asset class. This event is expected to unlock large, long-term pools of capital for UK SMEs, supporting their growth and contribution to the wider economy.
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