All articles by Shivam Mishra

Shivam Mishra

Ultimate Finance reports 15% increase in H1 2025 new lending

The UK-based asset-based lender said it achieved positive outcomes across all business areas. 

NatWest’s UK regional growth tracker shows business activity rise in June

The expansion, particularly in the East of England, the South West, and London, reflects a positive shift from May’s figures. 

Skipton Business Finance provides funding to SG Brands

The funding will enable SG Brands to purchase stock from brand holders, enhance supplier partnerships, and widen its distribution network. 

UK small business growth forecasts hit lockdown levels: Novuna

Small business confidence fell from an initial 35% to a five-year low of 26%. 

ALBIS Leasing reports 14% increase in new business volume in Q2 2025 

The German company said its growth was primarily driven by the focus on the “core” retail/manufacturer segment. 

Grenke logs 9.8% growth in leasing new business in Q2 2025

IT equipment was the largest lease category in Q2, accounting for 26.3% of concluded contracts.  

UTB asset finance finalises “complex” refinance deal

The financing involved refinancing a portion of the client’s existing fleet and several coaches owned by the target company. 

UK SMEs face challenges from US tariffs and trade volatility: BFS study

The ‘Trading Places Report’ highlighted that over half of surveyed UK SMEs view tariffs as a major economic challenge. 

Novuna partners with Athletic Ventures to sponsor UK athletics events 

The financial services provider will be the first commercial brand to appear on the official GB & NI team kit.  

E-commerce SME funding surge in north-west England – 365 Finance  

The median advance for online businesses in the region has risen by 483% year-on-year, reaching £175,000.