LenderLink raises funds to build the Philippines’ first real-time credit bureau

LenderLink Philippines has raised USD1.25m in an oversubscribed seed round to build the country’s first high-tech, real-time credit bureau. Investors include Kaya Founders, Iterative, Founders Launchpad, Manila Business Angels, and other local backers. The funding will support technology upgrades, market expansion, and partnerships with financial institutions to improve credit risk data reporting. LenderLink aims to lower non-performing loan rates and enhance financial inclusion by modernising consumer lending infrastructure. The company has already integrated over 25 million credit records and targets a fast-growing Philippine consumer lending market, estimated at USD14bn. Founded by fintech veterans behind FinScore, LenderLink is positioning itself as a key player in reshaping the country’s lending ecosystem.