All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Sector responds to FCA’s revised complaints timetable

Firms and trade bodies assess the operational effect of the FCA’s decision to bring forward the end of the motor finance complaints pause to 31 May 2026, seeking clarity on implementation and resourcing requirements.

UK Autumn Budget: leasing sector warns of rising costs and slowing demand

3p-per-mile electric vehicle charge and fuel duty increases prompt concerns over affordability, policy stability and the pace of electrification.

Budget offers SMEs relief, but not reform

Business rate reduction offers a lifeline for retail and hospitality, yet the broader tax regime remains unfit for a digital economy, writes Ed Rimmer, CEO of Time Finance.

Why access to finance defined leasing in 2025: grenke UK

Despite leasing’s role as a growth enabler, SMEs in 2025 continued to struggle with awareness, trust, and access to finance. Grenke UK’s David Horton explores how the industry must simplify, educate, and lead to unlock SME potential.

Basel IV meets leasing reality: Why data will decide the future

With Basel IV reporting due in Q1 2026, leasing leaders face both a compliance challenge and a chance to reshape regulation through data

SMEs are carrying more of the fiscal load, the Budget must offer relief

In this op-ed, John Phillipou, Managing Director of Paragon SME Lending and Chair of the FLA, highlights survey findings on rising costs, supply chain pressures and tightening liquidity — and why SMEs want action on employment costs, tax and access to finance.

Invoice finance steps in as banks step back

As mainstream lenders tighten criteria and retreat from SME lending, seasonal businesses are left exposed during quieter trading periods. Alternative finance is stepping in to fill the gap, offering liquidity at speed and funding that flexes with demand. By Samantha Wilson, Head of Sales, North at eCapital

Autumn statement looms large for SME finance

Chancellor faces calls from lenders and business groups to ease employment costs and unlock investment flows.

Celebration and excellence mark the 22nd Leasing Life Awards 2025 in Berlin

Nine organisations recognised for defining the next era of sustainability, digital transformation and customer impact in European asset finance.

Leasing Life Conference 2025 to focus on AI and digital transformation