First Circle

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Taguig, Philippines · Founded 2016 · $35.6M raised

Headquarters
Taguig
Employees
51–200
Founded
2016
Business Model
B2B
Total Funding
$35.6M
Last Round
$7.0M Growth EquityOct 2024
Rounds
3

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About

First Circle is a fintech company founded in 2016 that provides financing and business banking solutions to small and medium enterprises in the Philippines. Starting with purchase order and invoice financing, the company has expanded to offer business credit lines, business banking, solar financing, and salary advance products. First Circle operates as a full-stack neobank for Filipino SMEs, backed by investors including Insignia Ventures Partners, Accion, and IFC. The company is headquartered in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig and is regulated by the Philippine SEC.

Summary

First Circle is a Lending company based in Taguig, Philippines, founded in 2016. It has raised $35.6M in total across 3 rounds, most recently a $7.0M Growth Equity round in Oct 2024. Investors include International Finance Corporation, Venturra Capital and 500 Global.

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Funding History

Growth EquityGrowth EquityOct 2024
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