Survey hints at strengthening M&A market
Almost half of small business owners have considered buying another business in the past year. Of these, nearly two thirds say…
Financial Management
Mixed reaction to ‘Autumn statement for growth’
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt yesterday unveiled what he called a huge boost for British competitiveness in a so-called Autumn statement for growth….
Rate brings limited relief but the problems remain
The Bank of England has voted to leave interest rates on hold for the second time in a row. The Bank’s monetary policy…
Rate fall stalls, so what comes next?
Research paints a deeper picture of prospects for business The UK inflation rate remained at 6.7% throughout September, unchanged from August,…
What accountants want – and why businesses should make it a priority
Guest comment by Adam Zoucha A lot of accountants are not okay. According to recent research, they lack fulfilment and confidence,…
Optimism as inflation drop announced
Britain’s high inflation rate has unexpectedly slowed, according to ONS figures released today. It immediately raised the prospect of the Bank…
Private equity as an alternative source of finance to debt
Guest comment by Flor Kassai A challenging backdrop has forced many businesses to pivot into defensive mode and re-think growth plans…
The mixed messages of financial marketing
The Marketing and compliance teams in the financial services sector are finding themselves increasingly at odds, thanks to what some see…
Digital transformation doesn’t have to be a disappointment
Guest comment by Rob Wild It does not matter what approach to digital transformation is being used, most people feel let…
Making the most of an Open Innovation strategy
From supply chain disruption to rising levels of inflation, today’s businesses are having to navigate an increasingly challenging economic environment. On…