BCR Publishing Ltd, a Leading Provider of Receivables and Payables Finance Intelligence, Joins the SME Finance Forum

Published on August 20, 2026

BCR Publishing Ltd, a leading provider of news, market intelligence, events, and training for the global receivables and payables finance industry, has joined the SME Finance Forum as the global membership network’s latest affiliate. The 250+ members and affiliates of the Forum are SME finance experts operating in 190 countries who share the common goal of expanding access to finance for small businesses worldwide through knowledge exchange and innovation.

“We are delighted to welcome BCR Publishing Ltd as our newest affiliate. BCR’s expertise in receivables and payables finance, together with its work to advance knowledge and best practices across the industry, aligns with our mission to strengthen SME finance ecosystems globally. We look forward to engaging with BCR and exploring opportunities to advance innovative approaches to SME and supply chain finance,” said Qamar Saleem, Head of SME Finance Forum.

BCR Publishing Ltd joining the SME Finance Forum will bring valuable industry insights and expertise in receivables and payables finance to a global community of SME finance stakeholders, creating opportunities to connect with peers, exchange perspectives, and strengthen collaboration across markets.

“To expand and develop all areas of the business including publications, events, and news, right across all geographies, but particularly in emerging markets. Therefore, we are excited to partner with the SME Finance Forum, which will significantly enhance our ability to achieve these goals. We also aim to develop more strategic alliances with institutions to further strengthen our industry impact,” said Michael Bickers, Managing Director of BCR Publishing Ltd.

About BCR Publishing Ltd

BCR Publishing Ltd, launched in 1993, is a leading provider of news, market intelligence, events, and training for the global receivables and payables finance industry. BCR delivers content and industry engagement through three divisions: Events, Publications, and Online.

Events: BCR organizes global events that connect senior receivables finance executives.

Publications: BCR publishes the World Factoring Yearbook and the World Supply Chain Finance Report, as well as publications covering receivables finance technology and other areas of focus within the industry.

Online: BCR offers a daily updated online resource dedicated to news, developments, and opportunities in global receivables and payables finance.

BCR has built a long-standing reputation for delivering valuable insights and fostering best practices within the industry.

Learn more:
Website: http://www.bcrpub.com/

 

SME Finance Forum: Innovation & Partnership for MSME Growth

The SME Finance Forum, backed by G20 and IFC/World Bank, is the leading global network of 300+ members and affiliates operating in 190 countries. The network comprises SME-focused institutions providing and enabling finance and services, including banks, non-bank financial institutions, fintechs, payment platforms, development institutions, credit guarantee companies, insurers, investment funds, supply-chain players, banking and SME associations, policy advocates, regulators, academia, consulting firms, and knowledge aggregators.

Members, affiliates, and associated stakeholders benefit from learning and replicating best practices from around the world, innovating new products for growth, accessing risk mitigation tools, establishing partnerships, attracting investors, and gaining recognition among a global peer group of innovators.

Our activities include exclusive member offerings such as innovation hubs, solutions clinics, peer networks, study tours, specialized tools and training, member repositories, and partnered initiatives, as well as public resources including a library of more than 200 publications, over 500 videos, webinars, newsletters, training programs, annual awards, and flagship events.

Discover the SME Finance Forum members and affiliates:
https://www.smefinanceforum.org/page/our-members
https://www.smefinanceforum.org/page/partner-with-us