Pricing efficiency – making economical choices in an uncertain economy
It can be difficult mitigating against risk. Here, we explore some solutions to tackling pricing efficiency and volatile market prices.
Domestic politics have helped strengthen the pound, but is it enough?
The announcement of a snap election rallied the pound against a murky future, but there are many more factors at stake.
Winners and losers: A sector analysis of the businesses affected by Brexit and the weaker pound
Currency fluctuations always mean some businesses come out on top while others are left in the dust – but in a sector analysis, which industries fare the worst from a weak pound?
When the pound dropped we saw a surge in online exports
After PayPal revealed SMEs were benefitting from the weak pound to grow online exports, Real Business spoke with the company’s MD, Mark Brant, for further details.
Digital local currencies are the next frontier in SME payment diversity
Small and medium-sized enterprises are the backbone of the UK’s economy, providing the lion’s share of jobs and business in their respective communities. But in light of the changing global economy and the dizzying pace of technological advancement, SMEs need to adapt to survive.
February 2017 economic statistics: All the figures SMEs need to know
SME costs could increase by £6.8bn as inflation is forecast to rise by 2.7 per cent this year, our February 2017 economic statistics roundup unveiled.
The reality of Brexit: Part two – post-EU opportunities
So far in this two part exploration of Brexit-Britain, we have explored the potential disadvantages for small businesses in the UK. Now, we turn our attention to the silver linings and post-EU opportunities.
The reality of Brexit: Part one – glass half empty
In this two-part exploration of the reality of Brexit, we explore the potential disadvantages and opportunities afforded to small businesses in the UK post-EU. In order to ensure we end things on a high, let’s kick things off with the disadvantages.
Currency watch: South East Asia and the fallout from Donald Trump
Currency fluctuations are affected by political decisions all around the world. With that in mind, here World First provides an overview of how South East Asia countries may react to Trump’s election victory in 2017.
Currency watch: Non-EU European countries weather storm well
Companies of all sizes need to stay clued up about the strengths and weaknesses of all the currencies they operate in. Here’s a 2017 overview of the non-EU European countries.
Currency fluctuations and the weak pound hitting a little close to home
The weak pound has started to make itself felt. First Marmite-gate and now other food suppliers seem to be following suit – but when will household budgets and SMEs throughout the supply chain start to feel the pinch?
Your essential guide to exporting success
World First recently held the Think Global event in London to help SMEs looking to make their mark overseas and achieve exporting success.