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    Export Trade Financing – How It Works

    Aaron VihersolaAaron VihersolaFounder & Finance Expert at Suomen Rahoitus
    9 min read
    Updated: April 20, 2026
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    Export trade financing opens doors to international markets

    Export trade offers Finnish companies significant growth opportunities, but also brings new challenges in cash flow and risk management. The right financing solution is key to success.

    Special Characteristics of Export Trade

    Challenges of export trade:

    • Longer payment terms than in domestic trade
    • Currency exchange risks
    • Customer credit assessment
    • Cultural differences and legislation

    Financing Options for Export

    Export trade invoice financing works the same way as in domestic trade, but also takes currency risks into account. The finance company can offer hedging against currency fluctuations.

    Finnvera offers export guarantees that protect against non-payment risk in international trade.

    Aaron Vihersola

    Aaron Vihersola

    Founder & Finance Expert at Suomen Rahoitus

    Founder of Suomen Rahoitus, over 5 years of experience in SME financing solutions
    Finance Expert
    Entrepreneur
    Invoice Financing Specialist

    Founder and CEO of Suomen Rahoitus, who has helped hundreds of Finnish SMEs solve cash flow challenges through invoice financing. Aaron has years of practical experience in financing solutions across various industries as an entrepreneur and financial consultant.

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