New Year, new impetus among the small business sector
Eight in ten small business owners are planning to strengthen their companies this year. New research shows that over a third…
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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…
Most businesses ‘predict growth within the next year’
Eight in 10 small business owners expect to see growth over the next 12 months – an uplift of 13 percentage…
Small firm equity cash fell by a tenth last year
Small business equity investment fell 11 per cent last year, driven by a downturn in market conditions in the second half,…
Investors target startups who prioritise sustainabilty
Early-stage investors are rewarding startups with strong sustainability credentials, according to new independent research commissioned by Amazon. UK venture capital and…
Brexit ‘an opportunity’ if you plan ahead
Gerald Edelman’s Richard Kleiner considers the factors finance directors should consider when their companies are planning for overseas growth from outside…
Employee share bonanza as Starling Bank raises £60m
Starling Bank has raised £60 million from its existing investors, Merian Global Investors and JTC. The investment will bring the total…