92% of SME leaders call on government to do more about inflation
As costs and inflation rise to record levels, small and medium-sized businesses across the UK are urgently calling for Britain’s new Prime Minister, Liz Truss, and her cabinet to provide them with more support. A poll of 250 British SME leaders reveals an incredible 92% think the Government must do more to support small and […]
Merchant Cash Advance 101: What You Need to Know
Running a business, of any size and nature, eventually boils down to how well you can handle the numbers. There are, of course, the important calculations about growth and reinvestment, but, as far as the day to day operations are concerned, it’s all about managing the cashflow. Larger businesses have it slightly easier in this […]
10 Common Finance Hurdles UK SMEs Face (And How To Overcome Them)
If you run an SME, you probably are familiar with these all too well. But it’s easier to overcome these finance hurdles than you think! First of all, let us begin by admitting and acknowledging the harsh reality. The UK economy has been through a constant grind of speculation, debate and uncertainty over the past […]
UK small businesses plan ahead despite Brexit paralysis
More than two in three (68%) small business owners have put plans in place to grow their business over the next three months, and even 59% those that fear they will struggle to survive in an uncertain year are working on positive plans to turn their business around, according to new research from Hitachi Capital […]
Government Grants for SMEs in the UK – A Hands-on Guide
Winning a government grant can be a real boon for SMEs looking for funding, technology or expertise. In this post, we will discuss everything an SME needs to know about such grants. Running a successful business is all about pre-empting, overcoming – and, at times – walking around hurdles. These hurdles come in every shape […]