Trade works:The smart investor's path to uncorrelated returns.

The second edition of Trade Works arrives at a time of extraordinary global disruption – and unprecedented opportunities. This updated version delves deeper into trade finance’s enduring strength in volatile markets, showing how private lenders can thrive where banks hesitate.

With a fresh spotlight on decentralised finance (DeFi), blockchain, and smart contracts, readers gain front-row insight into the digital transformation reshaping trade finance. New chapters explore rising trade hubs like Saudi Arabia and offer compelling case studies that show how private capital is bridging the trillion-dollar funding gap and doing so faster and more flexibly than ever before.

This edition expands the book’s relevance beyond seasoned professionals. With streamlined explanations and rich real-world analogies, it equips curious investors and newcomers with the tools to understand and act on opportunities in this often-overlooked asset class.

From ESG dilemmas to risk mitigation tactics and global strategic repositioning, the new edition distils the realities of 2025’s trade finance landscape into a practical, accessible guide for today’s complex world.

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About the author.

Andreas Schweitzer is an experienced trade financier. As the founder of Artis Trade Invest and Arjan Capital Ltd, Andreas has advised and invested in global trade for over 30 years. An expert trade strategist and seasoned financier, Andreas offers unparalleled insight into the world of trade finance and the opportunities it offers for investors. His latest book is an essential guide for investors looking for an alternative, uncorrelated asset class that makes an impact.

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