We structure financing solutions secured against diversified international equity portfolios, enabling clients to unlock liquidity while preserving core investment positions and maintaining institutional alignment.
Loans Against International Shares
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Loans Against International Shares: Structured Liquidity with Control
Math Financial Group arranges tailored loans against international shares for discerning clients who require liquidity without disrupting long term investment strategies. We work with regional and international institutions to structure facilities that reflect the quality, concentration, and jurisdiction of your underlying equity holdings.
Our role is to align collateral, leverage parameters, and legal frameworks with your broader balance sheet objectives, ensuring that each facility supports capital preservation, tax and regulatory positioning, and governance discipline across your wider portfolio.

Our Private Banking Financing: Structured Liquidity. Strategic Flexibility.
We provide financing solutions designed to unlock liquidity while preserving long-term investment positions and maintaining alignment with your overall financial strategy.

Why Work with a Loans Against International Shares Expert
Securing loans against international share portfolios requires careful coordination between banking, legal, and regulatory considerations across multiple jurisdictions. An expert advisor helps ensure that facility terms, collateral requirements, and risk parameters are structured in line with both institutional expectations and your overall capital strategy.
- Integrated Structuring View – Facilities are considered within the context of your existing leverage, asset allocation, and corporate or family office structures.
- Institutional Relationship Management – Expert guidance supports negotiations with lenders on advance rates, covenants, and reporting obligations.
- Jurisdictional Awareness – Cross border elements such as share custody, governing law, and enforcement mechanics are reviewed for coherence.
- Collateral Quality Assessment – Equity portfolios are evaluated for concentration, liquidity, and volatility to support sustainable lending parameters.
- Ongoing Risk Oversight – Facility structures are reviewed periodically to reflect market movements, regulatory changes, and evolving strategic priorities.
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Why Clients Choose MATH for Loans Against International Shares
Clients select Math Financial Group for loans against international shares when they require structured, discreet, and institutionally credible solutions that align financing with complex investment and ownership frameworks. We coordinate between private banks, custodians, and legal advisors to deliver facilities that are both operationally practical and strategically consistent.
- Advisory Led Approach – We focus on structuring outcomes rather than product distribution, ensuring that each facility serves a defined strategic purpose.
- Bank and Custodian Alignment – Our team works to align lender requirements with existing custody arrangements, trading mandates, and portfolio strategies.
- Sophisticated Client Understanding – We are accustomed to working with family offices, investment holding companies, and multi jurisdictional structures.
- Discreet Execution – All engagements are handled with strict confidentiality, controlled communication, and disciplined documentation processes.
- Long Term Perspective – Facilities are structured with attention to refinancing options, event driven risk, and potential changes in asset allocation over time.

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Meet the dynamic founder behind MATH Financial Group.
“Our mission at MATH Financial Group is to provide unparalleled financial services that empower our clients to succeed.”
Tarek Hassan AbuwattfaCo-Founder & CEO
With over a decade of experience in the UAE mortgage industry, Tarek is known for his integrity and professionalism.
He excels in building strong bank partnerships and crafting tailored financial solutions. Tarek’s expertise in navigating financial complexities and securing favorable terms positions him as a top broker in Dubai.
His dedication to helping clients achieve homeownership makes him a trusted advisor and leader in the real estate and financial landscape.
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What's Included in Our Loans Against International Shares Services
Our loans against international shares services are designed to coordinate every stage of the financing process, from initial feasibility through to drawdown and ongoing review. We provide a structured framework that connects portfolio characteristics, lender appetite, and your broader financial architecture.
- Preliminary Feasibility Assessment – Analysis of your international equity holdings, custodian arrangements, and leverage objectives.
- Lender and Custodian Mapping – Identification of suitable institutions and review of operational requirements for share pledging or margining.
- Facility Structuring – Input on advance rates, margining mechanics, covenants, and repayment options in line with portfolio risk.
- Documentation Coordination – Oversight of term sheets, pledge agreements, and security documentation with legal and banking teams.
- Implementation Support – Coordination of account set up, collateral transfer, and operational workflows between all parties.
- Ongoing Facility Review – Periodic assessment of facility performance, collateral adequacy, and alignment with evolving investment strategy.
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We deliver tailored banking and financing solutions designed to support liquidity, access, and long-term financial strategy.
Frequently Asked Loans Against International Shares Questions
Loans against international shares involve pledging listed equity portfolios as collateral for tailored financing facilities. The questions below address key considerations for clients evaluating this type of structured liquidity solution.
How do loans against international shares typically work?
Loans against international shares are facilities where a lender extends credit secured by a portfolio of listed equities held with a recognised custodian. The lender applies advance rates based on the liquidity, volatility, and quality of the underlying shares. Margining mechanisms are usually established to manage market movements and protect both client and institution. Facility parameters are calibrated to your risk appetite, investment horizon, and broader balance sheet.
Which types of international shares are generally acceptable as collateral?
Lenders usually prefer liquid, widely traded shares listed on major exchanges and issued by companies with strong market capitalisation and stable credit profiles. Concentrated positions, small cap stocks, and highly volatile sectors may attract lower advance rates or be excluded. In some cases, indices, ETFs, and blue chip portfolios receive more favourable treatment. We help analyse your holdings and align them with lender eligibility criteria.
How are advance rates and loan amounts determined?
Advance rates are determined by the lender’s internal risk models, taking into account share liquidity, price history, sector exposure, and overall portfolio concentration. They also consider the borrower’s profile, jurisdictional structure, and existing banking relationship. The resulting loan amount is a function of eligible collateral value and agreed risk buffers. We work with clients and institutions to achieve parameters that are both prudent and operationally useful.
What risks should I consider when using loans against international shares?
The primary risk is market movement, which can reduce collateral value and trigger margin calls or require partial repayment. There may also be restrictions on trading pledged shares, depending on the facility structure. Cross border legal and tax implications should be reviewed, especially where ownership vehicles span multiple jurisdictions. We place particular emphasis on stress testing and scenario planning before facilities are finalised.
Can loans against international shares be arranged through UAE based structures?
Yes, loans can often be structured through UAE entities or holding vehicles, provided they are acceptable to the lending institution and consistent with regulatory requirements. The choice between onshore and free zone structures can influence documentation, governing law, and operational processes. In each case, lender comfort with the entity, its purpose, and its beneficial ownership is critical. We assist in aligning corporate frameworks with lender expectations.
How long does it usually take to implement a loan against international shares facility?
Timelines vary based on the complexity of the share portfolio, the number of jurisdictions involved, and the readiness of custody and corporate documentation. Straightforward cases with established banking relationships can move from term sheet to drawdown in several weeks, subject to institutional processes. More complex mandates with multiple entities, custodians, or legal opinions may require a longer lead time. Our role is to coordinate stakeholders and maintain momentum while preserving structural integrity.
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