FSB calls for UK government action to protect small firms from PG risks
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has urged the UK government to provide small business owners with protection against personal …
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Sustainability drives UK small business growth, says Novuna
Novuna Business Finance has released a report, shedding light on the pivotal role of sustainability in fostering growth for small …
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UK government trials AI chatbot to support SME owners
On 5 November, the UK government launched a trial of a new AI-powered chatbot designed to help small business owners …
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Leadership spotlight: a little humour goes a long way
“If I make them laugh along the way, sue me. And I don't do it so they turn round and …
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UK asset finance new business grew by 4% in October 2024: FLA
Total asset finance new business (primarily leasing and hire purchase) grew in October 2024 by 4% compared with the same …
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UK SMEs prioritise growth initiatives for 2025 amid positive outlook
More than eight in ten (81%) UK small businesses are focusing on new initiatives to boost growth in 2025, according …
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Haydock enhances underwriting team with four appointments
Asset-based funding solutions provider Haydock has announced the appointment of four new senior underwriters. Angela Hendrie joins the structured credit team …
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How better bargaining and collaboration can win the day
The art of negotiation has long been a source of fascination to Kathleen O’Connor. “It’s complex, emotional and personal,” she …
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EBRD extends €50m loan to AKLease to boost green financing in Türkiye
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has granted a €50m ($52.8m) loan to AKLease, a Turkish leasing company …
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Supply chain finance strategies in a renewed tariff era
The return of President-elect Donald Trump to office raises the likelihood of a renewed wave of import tariffs, particularly targeting …
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Santander CIB and Pemberton launch Invensa to offer supply chain solutions
Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) and Pemberton Asset Management have announced a partnership to launch a new company, …
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Good news for humans: AI doesn’t do judgement
The evidence of artificial intelligence's (AI) presence is all around us. To illustrate, let’s go shopping. The barcodes being swiped through …
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UK’s Paragon Bank reports 7.3% growth in SME lending division
Paragon Bank has reported a 7.3% increase in lending within its SME Lending division for the 12 months ending September …
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CHG-MERIDIAN acquires Meridian Leasing Corporation
The CHG-MERIDIAN Group, a global specialist in technology leasing and finance, has announced the acquisition of the US-based Meridian Leasing …
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Economic uncertainty on rise for UK SMEs following Autumn Budget
Economic uncertainty is escalating among the UK's 5.6 million small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) following the Autumn Budget, as revealed …
