The UK credit card market is showing signs of recovery, with new accounts up by 16% month-on-month in November, and by 162% since the May 2020 low, according to data from the latest Equifax Market Pulse series. Credit limits, an indicator of lenders’ risk appetite and applicants’ financial health, are however still sliding, down 10% […]
Sustainability remains a top priority for over a third (37%) of businesses, in spite of Covid-19 recovery and profitability concerns. New research reveals that organisations are even prioritising sustainability ahead of preparing for hard recession, growth plans, and managing post-Brexit challenges. The survey of over 250 senior decision makers with responsibility for green initiatives across […]
When Peugeot introduced the 3008 model, recalls Iain Robertson, it used cleverly a demonstration example to tow a glider airborne, thus proving the viability of its multi-surface traction control system, which is but one element of Vauxhall’s latest Crossland. Although box-fresh from the PSA/Opel plant at Zaragoza, Spain, and marketed as an ‘all-new’ model, the […]
Whatever industry you’re in, your business has no doubt struggled over the past year. You’ve likely had to deal with dwindling profits, government restrictions, fewer customers, and uncertainty about the future. Business owners will continually be fighting fires and revising their strategies to stay afloat in this turbulent time. But one crucial factor that may […]
It’s good practice to keep your personal and business finances separate. However, even if you do a great job of separating the two, your personal finances can still have an impact on your ability to secure financing and run a successful business. Your credit score, tax filings, and bank account can all affect your startup. […]
Footwear wholesaler, D. Jacobson & Sons Limited, secures a £7m ABL facility from Independent Growth Finance (IGF). As a branded operation the company saw large opportunities for growth within their portfolio. The Lancashire based seller required additional working capital resource to expand into new international markets and invest in online technology to support progression during the pandemic and beyond. Jacobson Group’s expertise […]
Creating a startup business is an exciting venture for the thousands of entrepreneurs who take on the challenge every year. At the same time, there are crucial components of starting a business that need to be addressed before taking the big leap. Nevertheless, taking these steps is all part of the thrill that comes with […]
Company growth should be something that you always strive for, and with the new year already rolling onwards, you mustn’t neglect possible ways your business can evolve. But evolution isn’t just about redesigning your logo for the 21st century or reaching out to one or two possible new clients. If you want to establish your […]
Funding Xchange (FXE), the finance platform powering MoneySuperMarket’s business funding channel, and the UK’s fastest growing business support provider, Enterprise Nation, are joining forces to support small businesses and start-ups with financial support. The partnership will provide users with access to free online resources, a tool to help businesses identify and access funding solutions, and […]
Despite continued uncertainty, 57% of SMEs across seven European markets feel positive about the future and think that economies will recover to pre-Covid levels within the next two years, according to a research conducted by CapitalBox, leading online pan-European SME funding platform. A further 18% are still confident about a recovery, but believe it will […]
