Repurchase Agreement (Repo) | DirectLenderMatch

What is it?

DirectLenderMatch classifies Repurchase Agreement (Repo) under the financing form “Secured financing transaction.” Its typical use in this directory is: Short-term institutional liquidity.

How does it work?

The structure is generally evaluated, supported, or secured using the following basis: Securities sold with agreement to repurchase. Exact underwriting, eligibility, terms, and availability are provider-specific and can change.

What can it be used for?

Short-term institutional liquidity.

What backs or supports it?

Securities sold with agreement to repurchase.

Why does this structure exist?

This structure provides a defined way to address the financing need described above. The provider, transaction, collateral, and underwriting context determine how the structure is implemented in practice.

Important considerations

Confirm current costs, risks, licensing, eligibility, collateral treatment, recourse, tax consequences, and availability directly with the provider and appropriate professional advisers. DirectLenderMatch does not compare rates or recommend products.

Is this actually a loan?

Financing, not a conventional loan

Workbook classification: Hybrid. Financing forms such as leases, purchases, shared equity, advances, and guarantees may solve a funding need without being conventional loans.

Verified lenders or providers

Direct institutional financing provider

Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs currently provides short-term collateralized repo financing.

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Last verified: 2026-08-23