All articles by Shivam Mishra

Shivam Mishra

Grenke Q1 2025 earnings drop by 48.5% amid rising expenses

The company saw a boost in income from its operating business, increasing by €22.1m to €155m. 

Allica Bank joins Acquis Lumia platform for asset finance monitoring

A challenger business bank focusing on established SMEs, Allica Bank introduced its asset finance product in January 2021.  

Cambridge & Counties Bank reports 15% increase in new loans for 2024 

The company reported a pre-tax profit of £35.8m for the year, despite a declining interest rate environment. 

PEAC Solutions partners with Crane Payment Innovations

The collaboration aims to enable customers to access CPI’s vending solutions through PEAC’s rental programme. 

DLL reports 7% portfolio growth in 2024 amid challenges in Latin America

Net income rose to €1.9bn, reflecting a 7% increase compared to 2023.  

FLA reports 11% increase in asset finance new business in March 2025

IT equipment finance demonstrated growth, with a 5% increase in March, a 22% rise over the quarter, and a 16% year-on-year surge, totalling £1.33bn over 12 months.  

Time Finance appoints invoice finance head in southern UK

Terry Wolfendale will lead the southern sales division, overseeing efforts to expand the company’s presence and strengthen its brand within the invoice finance market. 

Haydock Finance extends sponsorship of mountain biker Ian Forsyth  

Nominated by a member of the Haydock team, Forsyth will continue to benefit from the company’s support throughout the 2025 racing season. 

iO Finance Partners acquires Seneca Trade Finance in £40m deal

The business currently manages just under 300 companies, offering a maximum facility of £300,000, with typical loans around £100,000. 

Asset finance tech company Odessa names new CEO

With a career spanning over 30 years, Juliano has experience in launching, leading, and scaling software companies.