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Provides digital trade finance and working capital for SMEs in cross-border trade across India, Mexico, and the US.
Drip Capital has raised $463.0M across 8 funding rounds.
Key people at Drip Capital.
Drip Capital was founded in 2015 by Pushkar Mukewar (Founder/CEO).
Drip Capital has raised $463.0M in total across 8 funding rounds.
Drip Capital is a financial technology company based in Palo Alto, California, that provides digital trade finance solutions, domestic factoring, and working capital loans to small and medium-sized enterprises engaged in cross-border trade. The firm operates a B2B commerce platform connecting global buyers and suppliers across the United States, India, and Mexico, supported by a workforce of approximately 280 employees. Utilizing data analytics to underwrite export and import operations, the enterprise has successfully processed over $2 billion in international trade transactions. The organization has secured nearly $640 million in total equity and debt financing to scale its lending capabilities. Its capital structure is backed by prominent venture capital firms and institutional debt partners, including Accel, Y Combinator, Barclays, and the International Finance Corporation. Drip Capital was founded in 2016 by Pushkar Mukewar and Neil Kothari.
Key people at Drip Capital.
Drip Capital was founded in 2015 by Pushkar Mukewar (Founder/CEO).
Drip Capital has raised $463.0M in total across 8 funding rounds.
Drip Capital's investors include TD Bank, East West Bank, International Finance Corporation, Accel, Ryu Muramatsu, Peak XV Partners (Sequoia Capital India), Keiji Matsunaga, Y Combinator, Alex Bangash, Barclays Investment Bank, GC1 Ventures, Irongrey.
Drip Capital is a digital trade finance platform that provides collateral-free working capital to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in cross-border trade, primarily in India, Mexico, and the United States. It leverages advanced technology and data analytics to streamline underwriting and financing processes, making trade finance accessible and efficient for small businesses traditionally underserved by banks. Drip Capital’s mission is to level the playing field for small businesses by enabling them to finance their trade transactions at the click of a button, supporting over 9,000 SMEs with more than $6 billion in financed trade to date[1][2][5].
The company’s product suite includes invoice financing, purchase order financing, and letters of credit, all designed to help SMEs manage cash flow, pay suppliers on time, and expand their trade capacity without pledging collateral. Drip Capital’s technology platform applies over 100 risk checks and predictive algorithms to identify reliable borrowers and minimize risk, enabling fast approvals and funding within 24–48 hours. This has fueled strong growth momentum, with the company expanding its global footprint to over 100 countries and raising substantial equity and debt funding from top-tier investors and financial institutions[2][4][6].
Founded in 2015 by Pushkar Mukewar, Drip Capital emerged from the recognition that small businesses, which account for nearly 40% of global trade, were largely neglected by traditional banks focused on large corporations. Pushkar Mukewar, with a background in finance and technology, envisioned using data-driven automation to transform the cumbersome, paper-heavy trade finance industry into a seamless digital experience. Early traction came from successfully financing SMEs in India and the U.S., which validated the demand for collateral-free, technology-enabled trade finance solutions. The company has since evolved from a startup into a global fintech leader with offices in Palo Alto and Mumbai, backed by investors such as Accel, Sequoia, Wing, and Y Combinator[1][2][5].
Drip Capital rides the wave of digital transformation in trade finance, a traditionally paper-based and bank-dominated sector. The timing is critical as global trade increasingly involves SMEs, which face persistent credit and liquidity barriers. By leveraging fintech innovations—such as automated risk modeling, data analytics, and cloud-based platforms—Drip Capital democratizes access to trade finance, enabling smaller players to compete globally. This aligns with broader trends toward financial inclusion, supply chain digitization, and cross-border e-commerce growth. Drip Capital’s model also supports economic resilience by helping SMEs maintain cash flow and scale operations despite global trade uncertainties[1][2][3][5].
Looking ahead, Drip Capital is poised to expand its geographic footprint and product offerings, further integrating technology to enhance underwriting precision and customer experience. Trends such as increased SME participation in global trade, rising demand for digital financial services, and growing institutional investor interest in fintech will shape its trajectory. The company’s ability to scale working capital loans and innovate in trade finance solutions will likely deepen its influence on the global SME ecosystem, fostering more inclusive and efficient international commerce. Drip Capital’s mission to simplify and democratize trade finance positions it as a key enabler of small business growth in an increasingly interconnected world[2][3][5].
Drip Capital has raised $463.0M across 8 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $50.0M Debt in November 2025.
