Business Insights

UK small businesses dangerously exposed to the weather

Bad weather is causing small businesses across the UK to lose revenue, yet new research shows that nearly half of firms lack measures to protect themselves.

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Small business lending shows signs of improvement

Lending volumes to small businesses increased at a steady rate throughout 2016, driven by growth in asset finance and peer to peer business lending, a new study has revealed.

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EU regulations and red tape slow SME growth

Small businesses in the UK are struggling to overcome a number of regulatory hurdles and red tape, according to a new study.

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Four in five small UK firms are owed money

Four of every five small businesses in the UK is owed money, according to new research from Simply Business.

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SMEs lack awareness of asset based lending options

The UK’s small businesses possess a startling lack of knowledge about their alternative financial options, according to new research.

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