All articles by Archana Rani

Archana Rani

Alfa unveils preconfigured SaaS solution for European asset finance sector

Built on predefined best-practice configurations and processes, the software streamlines implementation.

Grenke reports decline in Q1 earnings amid higher risk provision costs

The company’s operating result before settlement of claims and risk provision rose by 20%.

BFS names new chief information and technology officer

Mark Holloway was most recently a founder member and chief technology officer at digital start-up Ashman.

Triodos Bank secures €200m in EIF guarantees to support SMEs across Europe

This agreement expands the partnership that has delivered over €600m in SME funding across Europe since 2018.

Ultimate Finance’s new funding reaches £62m in Q1 2025

In the first three months of 2025, the company confirmed more than 500 new facilities across its range of financial solutions.

UK SMEs eager to invest but await Spring Statement for economic clarity

The BFS Q1 2025 SME Confidence Tracker found that 87% of businesses plan to invest this year.

EIF and Gilion to provide €43m in growth financing for tech firms

This initiative is particularly targeted at SMEs and small mid-caps within the SaaS sector.

Haydock Finance appoints new chief credit officer

MacGregor will spearhead the credit function and drive initiatives to enhance service excellence within Haydock.

EIB approves €160m package for Tuscany SMEs

This package will be accessible to the 321 companies that were selected in the 2023 research and development calls.

ČSOB selects nCino to upgrade commercial and SME lending operations

The move aligns with ČSOB’s efforts to enhance operational efficiency and provide a seamless digital experience for its clients.