Monitor has dedicated a special spotlight section to key funding sources in the equipment finance industry. When customers need to close a deal, these are the companies the industry depends on to secure capital.... read more

March/April 2025

Regulatory giants like the FDA, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac wield enormous influence over the economy, yet their decisions often go unchecked. Understanding their impact on finance, lending and business operations is crucial to navigating an increasingly complex economic landscape.... read more

March/April 2025

As the equipment finance industry navigates an evolving financial landscape, funding source executives provide their insights on the funding climate, credit appetite, macroeconomic influences and best practices for brokers and independent finance companies.... read more

March/April 2025

Despite economic headwinds, the top 30 private independent finance firms reported a solid 22.4% increase in new business volume in 2024. With competition tightening and interest rates fluctuating, these firms are strategizing for another year of expansion in 2025.... read more

March/April 2025

Dakota Financial has steadily built a reputation for providing financing solutions to businesses in transportation, construction and other hard-asset industries. By structuring transactions carefully and assessing risk beyond just credit scores, Dakota offers funding options where traditional lenders may not.... read more

March/April 2025

Earning a spot on Monitor’s Top 30 Private Independents list for the first time, Commercial Capital Company is proving that integrity, expertise and a commitment to relationships can drive success in the competitive equipment finance industry.... read more

March/April 2025

Speed, simplicity and straightforward communication have propelled MidCap Equipment Finance into the spotlight. With a lean approach and a sharp focus on the middle market, the company is proving that efficiency and expertise can carve out a powerful niche.... read more

March/April 2025

Through a disciplined approach to culture, leadership and technology, Auxilior Capital Partners has carved out a distinct position in the equipment finance industry, demonstrating that commitment to service and innovation can drive sustainable growth.... read more

March/April 2025

Equipment finance leaders from Amur, Verdant and Stonebriar reveal how technology-driven service models and specialized capital flows are giving independents a competitive edge against traditional banks. As AI infrastructure, construction and energy sectors top their ‘hot lists’ for 2025, these executives share an optimistic outlook despite economic uncertainties.... read more

March/April 2025

As competition intensifies and economic uncertainties persist, Scott McClain discusses the state of capital markets, industry challenges and the importance of consistency in equipment finance.... read more

March/April 2025

Winning a new customer is hard work — so why stop at just one deal? By refining your post-sale process, strengthening customer relationships and leveraging syndication strategies, Scott Kiley asserts that you can capture a larger share of your clients’ financing needs and drive long-term growth.... read more

March/April 2025

Rising interest rates and political uncertainty stifled M&A activity in 2024, but optimism is building for a rebound in 2025 as market conditions improve. With a more stable economic outlook and renewed investor interest, James Jackson outlines why deal flow in the equipment finance sector is expected to pick up in the coming year.... read more

March/April 2025

In this issue of Monitor, we examine how private independents are pushing through economic headwinds and leveraging new strategies to maintain their competitive edge.... read more

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