Business Insights

Lack of data regulation awareness could plague UK businesses

Global cyber security issues have plunged General Data Protection Regulation back into the limelight this week, with firms urged to check their responsibilities.

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SMEs struggling to access and raise capital for growth

The UK’s small businesses need greater access to finance in order to drive growth, according to new research.

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Drop in international trade a concern for UK SMEs

Levels of international trading for UK small businesses fell to an all-time low going into the second quarter, new data from World First shows.

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More than 360,000 small businesses plan to cease trading within five years

Some 363,000 small business owners plan to cease trading in the next five years, potentially putting more than 1.4 million jobs at risk, according to new research.

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Why small businesses can lose out to corporate heavyweights

The majority of small businesses offer goods and services that aim to meet demand from niche parts of the marketplace, yet they can still lose out to corporate giants.

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