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Monday, January 27 2020 - 09:13
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AlphaCredit(c) enters into an agreement to raise up to USD$125 million from an investor group led by SoftBank's Latin America Fund
MIAMI, Jan. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/--

AlphaCredit(c), a Latin American-focused FinTech platform that specializes in 
consumer lending and financial solutions for SMEs, has signed an equity round 
for up to USD$125 million led by SoftBank's Latin America Fund, one of the 
leading technology investors in the world. The equity infusion will allow 
AlphaCredit(c) to consolidate its place as one of the leading financial 
technology platforms in Latin America, continue its expansion and leverage the 
competitive advantages of its proven and profitable business model. The deal is 
subject to, among certain customary conditions to closing, the approval of 
Mexico's competition authority (COFECE) and certain third parties.

"We want to thank SoftBank's Latin America Fund and the other investors 
participating in this round for placing their trust in us and our innovative 
business model. Cutting edge technology and strong financial backing have 
allowed us to grow exponentially while promoting the economic development of a 
greater number of people that have limited access to credit," stated Augusto 
Alvarez, Cofounder and Co-CEO of AlphaCredit(c).

"Through this equity investment we will continue to provide fast, easy and 
flexible loans for individuals and small businesses, helping them improve their 
quality of life and promoting economic growth," mentioned Jose Luis Orozco, 
also Cofounder and Co-CEO of AlphaCredit(c).

"AlphaCredit(c) provides fast, cheap credit lines to individuals and small 
companies via a programmed deduction system, which have low default rates thus 
allowing for low interest rates. Their approach is superior to everyone who 
belongs to their ecosystems and why we are so excited to back these awesome 
entrepreneurs who are changing the landscape in Mexico and Colombia," commented 
Paulo Passoni, Managing Investment Partner at SoftBank Group International. 

AlphaCredit(c) has over eight years of experience lending in the Mexican and 
Colombian markets, with over $1 billion USD in loans granted to its clients 
which remain underserved by traditional banks or without access to other forms 
of financing. Through its platforms: AXS Access, Check!, Alcanza Capital and 
Bontu, AlphaCredit(c) continues to offer tailor-made lending solutions to 
consumers and SMEs.

Other leading international venture capital funds along with a group of its 
existing investors are joining Softbank in this Series B round, contributing 
their experience to the development of the FinTech sector in Latin America.

Jose Luis Orozco, Cofounder of AlphaCredit(c) mentioned: "We are committed to 
financial inclusion through innovation and technological development. We bring 
the best of both worlds to provide efficient access to credit and financial 
solutions to sectors underserved by traditional banking".

About AlphaCredit(c) 
AlphaCredit(c) is a leading and one of the fastest growing technology-enabled 
financial platforms in Latin America, providing consumer loans and financial 
solutions for consumers and SMEs in Mexico and Colombia through innovative 
solutions and cutting-edge technology.

Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements.  Actual results may 
differ materially from those reflected in the forward-looking statements.  This 
communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an 
offer to buy securities.

SOURCE :AlphaCredit

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