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    Failed fintech startup Bench revealed to have $65M in debt

    By Juno chenJanuary 20, 2025No Comments2 Mins Read
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    • Documents reveal that fintech startup Bench accumulated over $65 million in debt before shutting down.
    • The debt includes unpaid loans, vendor payments, and investor losses, highlighting the risks in the fintech sector.

    What happened: Fintech startup Bench left with $65M debt after collapse

    Newly surfaced documents have revealed that fintech startup Bench, which recently ceased operations, left behind a staggering $65 million in debt. The debt includes outstanding loans, unpaid vendor bills, and losses borne by investors. Bench, once hailed as a promising player in the fintech space, struggled with scaling operations and achieving profitability, ultimately leading to its collapse.

    The company reportedly faced mounting financial pressure due to high operational costs and an inability to secure additional funding. This debt revelation sheds light on the challenges and risks associated with scaling fintech startups, where fierce competition and high expectations often create unsustainable business models.

    Also read: R2 secures $9M investment and $50M debt facility
    Also read: MoneyLion secures $70M in senior debt refinancing

    Why it’s important

    The collapse of Bench and its significant debt highlights the challenges fintech startups face in balancing rapid growth with financial sustainability. While the sector continues to attract significant investments, Bench’s story serves as a cautionary tale for founders and investors alike, emphasizing the need for strong financial planning and sustainable business models.

    This incident also raises broader questions about the due diligence conducted by investors in high-risk industries like fintech. Understanding the underlying risks and market conditions is crucial to avoiding similar outcomes in the future.

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    Juno chen

    Juno Chen is an intern reporter at BTW Media. Having studied Media and Data Analytics at the University of Sydney. She specialised in industry insights Contact her at j.chen@btw.media.

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