All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez has been the Editor of Leasing Life since January 2020.

NACFB rewrites broker agreements to address industry imbalances

Contract review initiative leads to fairer risk-sharing in commercial finance.

UK SMEs warn of business strain as NI hike bites: poll

One in three firms raising prices, one in five freezing hiring, Shawbrook research finds

Bridging the funding gap: the role of alternative lending in construction

As banks retreat, flexible financial solutions gain traction, writes Alex O’Malley of Love Finance.

Solifi appoints Karan Oberoi as CPO

Industry veteran to drive innovation and growth in secured finance solutions.

UTB posts £3.5bn loan book as performance strengthens in 2024

Specialist lender posts 7% increase in operating income and secures investment from Warburg Pincus

UK SMEs are underutilising asset finance despite market growth

Time Finance survey finds awareness high, but adoption remains low

Liberty Leasing joins Acquis Lumia

Industry collaboration grows as Acquis Lumia expands to 36 members.

Paragon supports £2m funding for Airbus helicopter   

Airbus H125 helicopter will serve the energy and infrastructure, construction, forestry and agricultural sectors.

Bibby Stockholm: the rise and fall of the UK’s asylum accommodation barge

Leased as part of the UK government’s cost-cutting asylum strategy, the vessel became a symbol of wider debates on immigration policy, public spending, and humanitarian responsibility. This report by Katherine Muir.

Poland’s leasing industry thrives amid green asset boom and evolving service models

The Polish lease industry continues to enjoy strong growth amid the opportunities presented by green assets and new service models, writes Jeremy Weltman.