The acquisition expands eCapital’s client base. Credit: TippaPatt / Shutterstock.

Specialised financing solutions provider eCapital has acquired UK-based specialist invoice financier Optimum Finance, for an undisclosed sum.

This move marks a key step in eCapital’s strategy to expand its footprint in the UK market.

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With more than £160m in funding already provided to UK businesses, eCapital is set to strengthen its cash flow support for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) by integrating Optimum Finance’s established portfolio.

The acquisition expands eCapital’s client base and brings a new centralised location in Bristol into its fold.

Optimum SME Finance CEO Ant Persse said: “This acquisition represents a pivotal moment for Optimum, unlocking new possibilities for our clients, introducers, and team members. eCapital’s impressive scale, combined with the robust delivery platform we’ve built at Optimum, will allow us to extend even greater liquidity support to UK SMEs. Importantly, it is business as usual here at Optimum.

“We remain open, actively supporting clients, and are as committed as ever to helping as many UK SMEs as possible thrive in today’s economy.”

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eCapital’s latest acquisition comes as the company enters the final quarter of 2024, positioning it for further expansion and solidifying its ambition to be the top financial partner for SMBs in the UK and internationally.

eCapital CEO David Tilling said: “This acquisition broadens our national reach with a new regional presence in Bristol and reinforces our commitment to becoming the premier, fully integrated financial partner for SMEs across the UK.

“Integrating the Optimum portfolio under the eCapital brand allows us to connect with a broader base of businesses seeking flexible, competitive finance solutions.”

eCapital is a tech-enabled provider of financing solutions for SMBs in North America, Canada, and the UK.