All articles by Shivam Mishra

Shivam Mishra

Micro-businesses to struggle amid tax changes, says Simply Asset Finance

Data analysis indicates that smaller and micro-businesses are expected to struggle more than medium-sized companies in the wake of Chancellor Reeves’ measures.

UK SMEs increasingly rely on credit cards due to restricted financing access

Developed with economist Ufuk Akcigit, a recent report reveals that SMEs are struggling to grow, create jobs, and invest in the future.

UniCredit unveils $2.37bn financing initiative to support SMEs in CEE

The ‘UniCredit for CEE 2025’ programme will offer financial, operational, and advisory services to businesses to drive “growth and sustainability”. 

Skipton Business Finance provides $3m invoice finance to PEC Packaging

This invoice discounting facility aimed to support cash flow management and address short-term liquidity concerns of the timber packaging specialist. 

Shawbrook pauses asset finance applications

This decision is expected to impact its hire purchase, finance lease, and sale and leaseback products and the duration of this pause remains unclear.  

Ultimate Finance achieves record loan book of $414m in 2024

The growth was fuelled by an 11% rise in new business across its three product lines: bridging finance, asset finance, and working capital solutions. 

Secure Trust Bank appoints new managing director of asset finance division

James Hodkinson, who previously served as chief operating officer, will now oversee the growth of STB CF’s lending portfolio. 

OSBF secures $12.5m facility from Hampshire Trust Bank

The company specialises in bespoke funding options, offering services such as working capital solutions, revolving credit facilities, and development loans.  

Over 80% of UK small businesses prioritise growth plans for 2025 

Increasing new business sales and reducing fixed costs are the areas of focus for business owners. 

Econergy gets $39.5m from Raiffeisen Bank to support Romania solar project 

The financing will help repay loans for the acquisition, development, and construction of the Parau solar project in Romania.