Technology & Telecom
Helping technology and telecom companies access capital, manage risk and scale in dynamic markets
We're here to help
Jonathan James
- Group Head – Technology & Telecommunications
- jonathan.james@53.com
Overview
Technology & Telecom companies operate in fast-moving markets shaped by innovation, changing valuations, evolving customer demands and significant capital needs. Fifth Third works with companies across the sector to optimize capital structures, manage risk and pursue growth opportunities.
Our experienced bankers bring deep industry knowledge and the capabilities of Fifth Third’s commercial and investment bank to address complex financial needs throughout the business lifecycle.
Technology & Telecom at Fifth Third
- 15+ dedicated Technology & Telecom banking professionals
- Supporting more than 100 clients across the sector
- $6.0B+ committed to Technology & Telecom industries
- Full-service capabilities including M&A advisory++, capital raising, treasury management and risk management
Technology
Our team understands the dynamics shaping the sector, including innovation cycles, evolving valuation environments and capital market trends. We support a broad spectrum of technology companies including:
- Fintech
- Payroll/HR tech
- Digital banking
- Embedded payments
- Payments
- Money service providers
- Acquiring/issuing
- Banking as a service
- Software and services
- Compliance/regulatory
- Mission critical vertical software
- Cybersecurity
- ID & access
- Threat detection and prevention
- Semiconductor/chips/hardware
- Data analytics
Across these sectors, Fifth Third works with growth-stage companies and large corporations to access capital, manage liquidity and navigate market volatility. Our industry experience allows us to understand the financial challenges companies face as they grow and scale.
Telecom
We recognize the capital-intensive nature of the industry and the importance of disciplined financial strategies to support network expansion and operational efficiency. Our Telecom practice serves companies across:
- Enterprise fiber
- Residential fiber
- Colocation providers
- Wireless
- Towers
- Data center infrastructure and related hardware/software
- Cloud managed services providers
Our telecom bankers understand the capital demands of expanding networks and infrastructure. We work with clients to manage risk, address changing connectivity needs and finance continued growth.
Solutions
Fifth Third offers banking and capital markets capabilities designed for Technology & Telecom clients:
Financing solutions
- Structured finance
- Loan syndications and leveraged lending
- Equipment finance and leasing
- Capital markets access (loan, bond, equity and tax-exempt/private activity bonds)
- Financial risk management (foreign exchange, interest rate, commodity derivatives)
Advisory services
- M&A advisory++
- Risk management strategies
Commercial payments
- Payment processing automation and solutions
- Liquidity management
- Accounts receivable and lockbox solutions
Let's get started:
Recent Transactions
*Executed by Fifth Third Securities, Inc.
Additional Resources
Payment Firms Consolidate and Make Deals to Dominate Sectors
Payment companies are moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach by selling non-core assets and focusing on a few businesses that are scalable.
How Migration Trends Shape U.S. Housing Supply and Demand
Population shifts are redefining housing markets—and the economic forces behind them.
.png)
Examining Options for FX Hedging
Businesses today are tasked with managing risk in uncertain environments. Learn about foreign exchange risk management when examining options for FX hedging.
One bank for your financial needs
Fifth Third offers a comprehensive suite of commercial banking services designed to help businesses strengthen every aspect of their financial strategy—all through a single, trusted banking partner you can rely on.
Explore all that Fifth Third Commercial Banking has to offer.