Tala, a global financial infrastructure company focused on providing accessible financial services, has secured a $150m debt facility from Neuberger Berman, a leading investment management firm.
The funding will support Tala’s expansion efforts in Mexico.
The debt facility, with an initial committed capital of $75m, allows Tala to access up to $150m. This marks the company’s largest capital markets transaction to date and highlights its operational strength and growth potential in the region. Since launching in Mexico in 2017, Tala has developed data-driven financial solutions that empower millions of consumers to build credit, support business ventures, and enhance their financial stability.
With over 10 million customers and a proprietary financial infrastructure, the company has facilitated more than $6bn in credit across Latin America, Southeast Asia, and East Africa. Its platform integrates alternative data sources to improve lending accessibility for individuals traditionally overlooked by conventional financial institutions.
The newly secured capital will enable Tala to strengthen its credit portfolio and further develop its mobile-first financial platform.
Tala CEO and founder Shivani Siroya said, “We are excited to announce this landmark debt facility, which not only reflects Tala’s growing success in Mexico but also signals the significant potential we see in the market going forward.
“This funding will enable us to further expand our innovative, mobile-first financial platform with a focus on our credit portfolio, while also enabling future financial service options. The support from Neuberger Berman’s Specialty Finance team and our investors affirm the strength of our business and the opportunities ahead.”
Neuberger Berman’s head of specialty finance, Peter Sterling, added, “This facility is a testament to the confidence that Neuberger Berman has in Tala’s leadership and operational expertise.
“Tala has demonstrated an impressive track record in delivering innovative financial solutions with deep data insights that sets it apart from existing financial institutions and regional neobanks. We are proud to support Tala’s continued growth and success.”
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