#smes

#smes

Trade finance rarely makes headlines, yet it supports over $30 trillion in annual global commerce. The systems powering it are still slow and exclusionary.

Three in 10 UK SMEs fear losing up to £20,000 due to Trump's new trade tariffs, making energy savings essential. Business energy experts recommend conducting energy audits to find savings.

The latest Vistage CEO Confidence Index reveals a mixed sentiment among UK and Irish SME leaders, who are both cautiously optimistic and facing significant challenges.

Despite redundancies being necessary, Hendy Group failed to support Mr Kennedy's search for alternative roles, leading to a ruling of unfair dismissal and significant compensation.

For the first time, small to medium sized businesses will be able to run a single campaign across Sky, Channel 4 and ITV.

"Rising planning fees could deter smaller builders," warns Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the Federation of Master Builders. "Without adequate support, SMEs may struggle to compete."

Only 20% of public sector procurement spending went to SMEs in 2024, despite total spending with SMEs increasing to £45.4b from £42.4b in 2023.

Entel's partnership with Starlink Direct to Cell aims to improve connectivity for SMEs and large industries in remote areas of Chile and Peru.

SMEs are planning pay and recruitment freezes in response to government tax rises, with a distinct focus on limiting expenditures and innovation.

The BCC warns of a lost generation unless immediate government intervention addresses the jobs crisis affecting young people, particularly Generation Z's barriers to employment.

This has been a period of rapid yet sustainable growth for the bank as we continue to tap significant demand for our fast, flexible financing solutions.

ABN AMRO and the EIB have partnered for several years to provide financing to Dutch companies. This transaction will support economic growth and the transition to climate neutrality.

The online casino industry demonstrates that providing budget-friendly options can attract diverse demographics, allowing businesses to build customer loyalty and encourage upgrades to higher-priced offerings.

Connexin has launched an all-in-one business broadband service tailored for SMEs in Hull, and is strategically acquired by CityFibre to enhance network reach.

Gallabox's marketing platform allows SMEs to manage all sales and marketing activities within WhatsApp, enhancing customer conversations and improving lead conversion rates.

Digital twins allow businesses, including SMEs, to simulate and optimize complex problems repeatedly, reducing the costs associated with physical-world experiments. This technology previously benefited only large enterprises.

Colin Goldstein, Chief Commercial Officer, UK at iwoca: "Rising pessimism and fears of a recession are reshaping SME mindsets, with a greater focus on survival over growth."