NAV loans and lender financing for private funds

As a specialized team within SVB's Global Fund Banking business, we offer bespoke bilateral and syndicated asset-backed lending solutions.

Select the fund type that best describes your need to learn more:

Primary NAV financing

Loans provided to a closed-end buyout or growth equity fund, to support their operating companies.

Structure and terms

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Facility size
$50M and up
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Loan term
Multi-year (typically 3-5 years)
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Pricing
Varies based on portfolio
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Loan-to-value
up to 15%
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Borrowers
Private equity, growth or venture fund
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Collateral
Control or minority equity holdings in operating companies
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Use of proceeds
  • Additional capital for further investments (follow-ons or new investments)
  • Managing working capital
  • Return enhancement

Typical structure

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Learn more about how SVB clients have utilized their NAV loans