Revenue-based Financing Global Market Report 2024

The revenue-based financing market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $3.38 billion in 2023 to $5.78 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 70.9%. The expansion observed in the historical period can be attributed to factors such as the growth of startups, increased access to capital, a supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem, risk mitigation, and the flexibility offered in repayment terms associated with revenue-based financing.

The revenue-based financing market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $41.81 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 64.0%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to factors such as increased investor interest, the rise of impact investing, global economic conditions, market maturation, and the use of data analytics for risk assessment. Major trends in the forecast period include tech-enabled due diligence, partnerships with financial institutions, innovation in contract structures, blockchain integration, and the emergence of sustainability-linked financing.

The anticipated growth in the number of startups is poised to drive the revenue-based financing market. Startups, emerging companies founded by entrepreneurs, play a pivotal role in shaping the revenue-based financing industry. These companies contribute by introducing innovative financial products and platforms tailored to the needs of small businesses. This includes providing flexible and accessible finance options to facilitate growth and enhance revenue streams. As of June 2022, North America dominated global startup rankings, with 47% of the top 30 ecosystems, and the region witnessed a substantial increase in unicorns, reaching 312 in 2021 from 83 in 2020, underscoring the significant impact of startups on the revenue-based financing market.

The surge in subscription-based business models is expected to fuel the expansion of the revenue-based financing market. Subscription-based models involve recurring payments for regular access to a product or service. These models contribute to revenue-based financing by generating consistent revenue streams, making them attractive to investors in this financing approach. The prevalence of subscription services has increased globally, with 78% of adults using such services, reflecting a 7% growth over the last five years. The subscription economy has witnessed a remarkable 435% rise over the past nine years, further driving the growth of the revenue-based financing market.

The integration of technology emerges as a prominent trend in the revenue-based financing market, with major companies adopting new technologies to maintain their market positions. An example is Uncapped Ltd., a UK-based provider of revenue-based financing, which introduced an innovative funding and growth platform in August 2021. This platform leverages remote, data-driven, and simplified funding strategies, providing unbiased access to capital for local early-stage founders. Technology-driven solutions such as these are reshaping the revenue-based financing landscape, making it more accessible and efficient for entrepreneurs seeking funding.

Innovation to better cater to consumer needs is a key focus for major companies in the revenue-based financing market, with the introduction of hybrid financing as a notable development. Hybrid financing combines elements of both debt and equity financing. For instance, ARC Technologies Inc., a US-based company offering financing to startups, launched Advance Plus in January 2023. This innovative hybrid financing solution blurs the lines between traditional venture loans and revenue-based financing. ARC Advance Plus provides businesses with upfront funding within 48 hours, allowing entrepreneurs to convert future income into immediate capital for long-term growth strategies.

In September 2022, PingPong Payments, a US-based online payment processing service provider, collaborated with Uncapped Ltd. to develop lending services. This partnership aimed to provide fast funding support to PingPong Payments customers, further highlighting the dynamic evolution of revenue-based financing in collaboration with technology-driven financial services.

Major companies operating in the revenue-based financing market report are Silvr Co, Wayflyer, Funding Circle Holdings PLC, NerdWallet, Novel Capital, Kapitus, Saratoga Investment Corp, Decathlon Capital Partners LLC, MYOS, Liberis Ltd., FasterCapital, Capchase, GetVantage Tech Pvt Ltd., Lighter Capital Inc., Mercury Financial, Flow Capital Corp., Kruze Consulting, KredX, Timia Capital Corporation, Feenix Venture Partners LLC, Burkland Associates, ArK Kapital, Earnest Capital Ltd., Sabine Capital Partners LLC, Ritmo.

North America was the largest region in the revenue-based financing market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the revenue-based financing market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the revenue-based financing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The enterprises involved in revenue-based financing typically include micro-enterprises, small-sized enterprises, and medium-sized enterprises. Microenterprises refer to small businesses that provide goods and services to a local community or market. Funding through revenue-based financing can be facilitated through both online and offline modes and is applicable to various industry verticals such as information technology and telecommunications, healthcare, media and entertainment, banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI), consumer goods, energy and utilities, and others.

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The revenue-based financing market includes revenues earned by entities through funding agreements, revenue reporting, and repayment periods. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).


The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.