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Invoice discounting companies and providers

Use published product information to build a shortlist, then compare quotations using your own ledger and funding requirement.

Compare providers using your own business figures

These profiles summarise published products from four providers. They are a starting point for research, not a ranking or a whole-market comparison. Ask each provider to assess the same invoice balances and funding requirement.

ProviderPublished featureWhat to confirm
HSBC UKUp to 95% advance; UK and export invoicesEligibility, exclusions, charges, security and setup timetable
Lloyds BankUp to 90%; confidential serviceEligibility, exclusions, charges, security and setup timetable
NatWestUp to 90%; published £300,000 turnover minimumEligibility, exclusions, charges, security and setup timetable
Bibby Financial ServicesUp to 95%; business retains collectionsEligibility, exclusions, charges, security and setup timetable

Published features checked 24 October 2026. Maximum figures are conditional and do not describe a guaranteed offer.

How to compare proposals

Send each provider the same debtor report, expected sales, average and peak drawings, collection history and forecast. Ask how much cash would be available at the start and what the facility would cost over a year. Include service minimums, audit and setup costs, credit protection and exit provisions.

What is the “best” invoice discounting company?

There is no universal answer. Look for a provider that accepts your invoices, offers enough funding for the cash gap and charges a total cost the business can afford. Also compare customer service, reporting requirements and exit terms.

Sources and verification

Published material checked on 24 October 2026. Provider terms can change; confirm them before applying. Examples and comparison methods are our own illustrations.

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Accurate invoice records underpin both collections and funding.
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Compare proposals on the same ledger, usage and payment assumptions.
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Review the written fees, responsibilities and exit terms before committing.