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Trade Works
The Smart Investor's Path to Uncorrelated ReturnsBy Andreas SchweitzerNarrated by Richard AnthonyLength5h 12m
About this audiobook
Trade finance – the engine of global commerce – remains one of our time's most overlooked yet lucrative investment opportunities. In Trade Works, veteran trade finance expert Andreas Schweitzer demystifies this powerful asset class, revealing how investors can generate stable, attractive returns while contributing to real economic growth.
Drawing on decades of experience and success in international trade, Schweitzer guides readers through trade finance's evolution, mechanics and future. From the historic British merchant banks to today's innovative DeFi platforms, he illustrates why trade finance has consistently delivered returns even during market turmoil. Through vivid case studies and practical examples, readers learn how to evaluate opportunities, assess risks and navigate the complexities of global trade.
The book arrives at a critical moment. With traditional banks retreating from trade finance due to regulatory pressures, a funding gap in the trillions creates unprecedented opportunities for private investors. Schweitzer explains how this gap can be bridged profitably and responsibly while supporting sustainable development and economic inclusion.
Whether you're an individual investor seeking portfolio diversification, a financial professional exploring new asset classes, or an entrepreneur looking to understand trade finance's potential, Trade Works provides the insights and frameworks needed to succeed in this growing sector.
Audiobook details
GenreBusiness and Economics
Length5 hrs 12 mins
Narrated byRichard Anthony
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateApr 29, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Announcement
2Foreword by Jeffrey Steiner
3Author's Preface
4Summary
5Introduction
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6How I got into trade finance
7Artis's trade business today
8Small markets as an attractive niche
9Niches due to ambitious ESG requirements
10Why investors should pay more attention to trade finance or 'la nature a horreur du vide'
11Chapter 1: Trade Finance – The Lifeblood of Global Trade and an Attractive Investment
12Two examples of what a trade financier does
13It's all about building resilient global supply chains
14Trade finance: A catalyst of global growth and sustainability
15Challenges: Why banks are currently withdrawing from trade financing
16Trade houses support small and medium-sized enterprises: The synergies for international trade
17Understanding the challenges for SMEs in international trade
18Safety mechanisms offered by trade houses
19Factors to consider when selecting a trade house
20Investing in trade finance: Profits in line with social responsibility
21Chapter 2: The History of Trade Finance
22The British merchant banks
23The Kuwaiti market crash
24The sōgō shōshas of Japan
25The investments of Berkshire Hathaway
26Generation fintech: Streamlining and speeding up processes
27Blockchains and cryptocurrencies are revolutionising trade
28Current trends: The boon and bane of increasing regulation
29Chapter 3: How Trade Finance Works: Methods, Means, and Tools
30Not all trade finance operations work the same
31Factoring and reverse factoring
32Factoring: Buying an exporter's invoice at a discount
33Reverse factoring: Same procedure, different initiator
34Two examples of reverse factoring
35A practical case of non-payment: Nevertheless, the financier's risk of loss is low
36Supply-chain financing
37A few remarks on the instruments of supply chain finance
38Investing in the value chain
39A girl's best friend: Diamonds are a good example
40Learnings from supply-chain disruptions in the past
41It's worth taking a close look
42Artis's approach to financing trade receivables
43Is a trade investment still worthwhile and are there hidden fees
44The value of a team
45The benefits of a tenor
46Chapter 4: Gamblers, Crooks and Spies: The Dark Side of Trade Financing
47The fall of Barings Bank
48Lessons learned from Leeson
49Money laundering
50Impersonation
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