All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Circularity in action: why businesses must rethink waste, resources, and ownership

Neil Pein, CEO at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions explores why with waste levels soaring and regulations tightening, businesses should look beyond traditional ownership models and unlock the circular opportunity.

US tariffs prompt BBB to expand Growth Guarantee Scheme

New funding aims to support firms facing cashflow pressures from global tariff changes, with loans backed by BBB.

Western European banks resilient to tariff-related volatility but growth outlook weakens, says Fitch

Sector retains ratings headroom amid rising geopolitical risk, though further GDP downgrades or unemployment increases could trigger a negative outlook revision.

Time Finance appoints Danielle Lynch to invoice finance team

Industry veteran brings over two decades of operational and client relationship experience to support Time Finance’s growth strategy.

BBB backs £20m marine finance facility with Bibby unit

Structured finance deal to support fleet upgrades and boost energy efficiency in UK marine sector.

Financing growth in a low-growth economy: cash flow in uncertain times

With UK growth forecasts downgraded, businesses are under greater pressure to manage liquidity and protect margins. Trade and invoice financing are emerging as key tools to support growth strategies in a stagnant economy, writes Mark Finn of eCapital Commercial Finance.

7 in 10 SMEs missing out on benefits of invoice finance: survey

The survey found that amongst SMEs, only 28% are aware of and use this finance solution.

Leasing Foundation launches two-part event series

Tariff hike pressures UK exporters as JCB expands US footprint

UK exporters face rising costs under new US tariff regime as construction equipment manufacturer JCB accelerates US production to offset impact.

Teylor expands European footprint with Grenke factoring acquisition

Swiss fintech accelerates growth with multi-country acquisition; financial terms undisclosed.