Net lending to SMEs continues to fall despite improving economy
The economy may have turned a corner but figures show that lending to businesses is continuing to fall, despite changes to the Government's Funding for Lending Scheme.
Concern as export growth forecasts revised down
There are concerns that Britain's export plans are not on track as export forecasts for this year have been revised down in research published today.
5 key challenges faced by Britain’s growing businesses
With the nomination deadline looming for our Growing Business Awards (19th September), we asked some of our judges what they thought were the key challenges faced by British businesses.
Closed-minded entrepreneurs less likely to get funding
Results from a study by researchers at Aston University found a striking disparity between cooperative and independently-minded entrepreneurs.
Failed deliveries could cost retailers ?473m
Failed online deliveries to UK retailers will cost £473m this year, according to the IMRG's 'Valuing Delivery Review'.
8 steps to preparing a business for sale
Steve Dolton recently underwent his fifth exit as CFO, this time with National Accident Helpline. He shares his tips for preparing a business for sale.
Managers need to be more considerate during summertime sadness
Two thirds of UK employees feel under extra pressure during summer, says new report from Bupa.
Pro-independence businesses get behind Scottish Yes campaign
200 business leaders have signed a letter backing Scottish independence published today.
Angry Birds maker loses bid to challenge trademark filed in Singapore
Rovio Entertainment, the maker of popular game Angry Birds, has opposed Kimanis Food Industries' application to protect its Angry Bite trademark, claiming that it was too similar to the Angry Birds characters and branding.
Ryanair goes upmarket with new business class tickets
Ryanair has announced the launch of new business class tickets offering priority boarding, allocated seats and more flexible dates.