2 years ago
Atom Bank Secures £100 Million in Funding
Atom, a UK-based app-based bank, has raised over £100m in new equity capital
Backers included BBVA, Toscafund and Infinity Investment Partners
The funds will be used to accelerate lending and balance sheet growth, and create a compelling proposition for savers, homeowners, first time buyers, and SMEs
Atom offers mortgages and savings through its app, alongside secured business lending for small and medium-sized enterprises
The company recently announced its first full year of operating profit, demonstrating the potential of its cost efficient and scalable model.
ProblemFinancial Services
"Atom is addressing the challenge of making banking services more accessible and flexible through a mobile app-based platform, aiming to simplify the process of obtaining mortgages and savings for customers."
Solution
"Atom provides a mobile banking solution that offers mortgages and savings directly through its app, with additional support for secured business lending to small and medium-sized enterprises, aiming to streamline banking services for a broader audience."