Ascentium Capital issued a $237 million small-ticket equipment securitization. Ascentium Equipment Receivables 2017-1 Trust featured a senior-subordinated structure with “Aaa” ratings from Moody’s and Kroll.

This transaction represents the company’s seventh securitization since 2012.

“As the demand for our small business financing solutions increases, this securitization provides liquidity to meet our strategic growth strategies. We are pleased to see the market interest for bonds backed by high quality assets,” said Tom Depping, CEO at Ascentium Capital.

Evan Wilkoff, executive vice president of capital markets, said, “This transaction clearly indicates continued strong interest among investors in our asset class.”