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Cashew

Fintech · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Founded 2019

Buy now - pay later platform that allows its customers to shop now and pay later in equal monthly installments MoreLess

Cashew Payments is a fintech startup that operates in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) market. The company offers a mobile application that simplifies bill payments, making it quick and easy for users. The app is designed to serve individuals who are 21 years or older and have a UAE issued debit or credit card.

The company's business model is centered around providing alternative financing solutions, which are essentially non-traditional ways of obtaining funds. This includes services like Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL), a payment method that allows consumers to purchase goods and services immediately and pay for them over time. This is particularly appealing to younger generations like Gen Z and Millennials who prefer digital retail and virtual shopping.

Cashew Payments also emphasizes the importance of regulatory oversight to ensure the long-term viability of these alternative financing solutions. This means they work within the rules set by financial authorities to protect consumers and promote a trustworthy form of credit.

The company makes money by charging fees for its services. When a user signs up and gets verified by uploading their personal documents, they can view and manage their installments and payments through the app.

In summary, Cashew Payments is a digital platform that simplifies bill payments and offers alternative financing solutions in the UAE, targeting younger, tech-savvy consumers.

Keywords: Fintech, Bill Payments, Mobile Application, Alternative Financing, Buy Now Pay Later, Regulatory Oversight, Digital Retail, Virtual Shopping, UAE Market, Credit Profile.

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Cashew's talent

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Investors

2 investors on Cashew's cap table

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Series A 1 investor entered at this stage
Mashreq Bank
Series B+ 1 investor entered at this stage
Al Hassan Ghazi Ibrahim Shaker Co

Global footprint

Where Cashew has talent and traffic

Workforce by country
7 countries with
team presence
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates71.4%
🇶🇦 Qatar4.8%
🇮🇳 India4.8%
🇨🇦 Canada4.8%
🇱🇧 Lebanon4.8%
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Market sentiment

What the market is saying about Cashew

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