Business Insights

High Street shop closures increased in 2014

The number of High Street shops declined rapidly in 2014, as more stores closed than opened, new research from the Local Data Company has revealed.

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Technology the root cause of concern for UK businesses

Cyber security and technological issues are the leading causes of anxiety and worry among UK-based firms, a new study has shown.

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Small businesses unveil financial fears as election looms

Cash flow problems are currently having a negative impact on 43% of the UK’s small businesses, new research from SwitchMyBusiness.com has suggested.

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Younger employees could benefit SMEs – but caution is needed

A massive 80% of businesses in the UK now employ at least one young person (aged 18-24 years) but SMEs could be falling behind.

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Should businesses increase their focus on export and trading?

Greater exporting and international trading has been described as “key” to the success of the UK economy, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).

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