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Why are female-led startups so underfunded?
- Podcast
- 02 Aug 2024
In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we discuss gender inequality in investment.
British Business Bank launches Recovery Loan Scheme successor
- Article
- 12 Jul 2024
Running until 31 March 2026, the new Growth Guarantee Scheme aims to support small businesses by offering loans of up to £2m, with 70% government-backed guarantees.
Growth planning: essential steps for SMEs
- Article
- 22 May 2024
Successful SME growth planning involves critical appraisal, goal setting, budgeting, adaptability, and strategic partnerships. Read on to discover how to apply these strategies.
The secret to accessing early-stage investment
- Article
- 22 May 2024
With a lending market changed by high interest rates and a proliferation of technology, we look at what start-ups can do to increase their chances of attracting venture capital investment.
Government aims for Year of the SME in 2024
- Article
- 07 Mar 2024
The UK government has relaunched the Help to Grow campaign, which offers resources to help SMEs get started, devise growth strategies and identify funding options.
Hospitality in crisis: helping clients through the turmoil
- Article
- 27 Feb 2024
Economic strains have sparked a ‘bloodbath’ in hospitality, with scores of closures already this year. How can accountants help their clients weather the storm?
Greater fast-track funding for small UK exporters
- Article
- 03 Jan 2024
The government’s export credit agency is doubling its previous limit for trade finance to £10m to boost exporting.
How SMEs can access transition funding
- Article
- 28 Nov 2023
Many existing products for SMEs are taking net zero and climate plans into account.
How SMEs should optimise their cash savings
- Article
- 21 Nov 2023
Enterprises have too much spare cash sitting in low- or no-interest accounts, according to a new report. What other options could help SME owners make the most of their reserves?
The pros and cons of using credit cards for cash flow
- Article
- 15 Nov 2023
As a new report shows that plastic is proving increasingly popular among UK SME business owners, we highlight the benefits it can unlock – and the pitfalls to avoid.
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