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First Citizens (SVB) vs HSBC Innovation Banking

Venture banking vs Venture banking: estimated rate as of today, time to cash, eligibility and what you give up — side by side.

Key differences

  • On our data, First Citizens (SVB) and HSBC Innovation Banking list similar pricing, speed and requirements. Ask both for an offer and compare the actual terms you're quoted.

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First Citizens (SVB)HSBC Innovation Banking
ProductVenture bankingVenture banking
Funding typeVenture banksVenture banks
Estimated rate as of todayRates shown to approved membersRates shown to approved members
Pricing sourceEstimated as of todayEstimated as of today
Time to cashAbout 6 weeksAbout 6 weeks
Typical sizeAbout 25% of your last equity roundAbout 25% of your last equity round
Term12–48 months12–48 months
RequirementsInstitutional VC backingInstitutional VC backing
RegionsUS · UKUS · UK
What they underwriteYour company & investorsYour company & investors
CollateralAll company assetsAll company assets
How you repayInterest-only then amortizeInterest-only then amortize
DilutionSmall (warrants)Small (warrants)

First Citizens (SVB)

Rebuilt Silicon Valley Bank. Prime-based pricing; expects operating deposits.

HSBC Innovation Banking

Formerly SVB UK; venture debt and lines for VC-backed companies.

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