Five companies on what banks could do better for small businesses
Here, five small business owners and managers give their views on what banks could do to better serve early-stage and smaller companies.
Small Business Banking
Whether you’re just starting a new business, are an established SME or a sole trader, our small business banking section has an extensive selection of useful guides and advice for those seeking the best business bank account for their enterprise.
Key banking issues for UK entrepreneurs include bank charges, account fees and transaction costs, overdraft facilities, business credit cards, savings accounts, and business support services – all of which we cover here.
Here, five small business owners and managers give their views on what banks could do to better serve early-stage and smaller companies.
Small Business Banking
Small Business Banking
Amid warnings from Natwest that businesses might have to pay to hold cash, we look at the implication of negative interest rates in the SME community.
Small Business Banking
Entrepreneurs usually find it difficult to start their small business because paying rent for the space seems impossible.
Small Business Banking
In this piece in association with HSBC, we hear the views of UK business leaders on how companies can tackle the challenges of talent management
Small Business Banking
Here, in association with HSBC, we look at the problem of staff retention: how to keep your best people.
Small Business Banking
Here, in an article in association with HSBC, we talk to small business owners about how they took their company to that all-important next level, and show you how you can win £150,000 to invest in your business.
Small Business Banking
Here, in association with Hampshire Trust Bank, we look at the current rate of growth of SMEs and how they are managing their money.
Small Business Banking
It seems that UK business owners find it too expensive to borrow cash from their bank. Why aren't the banks adjusting to online competition?
Small Business Banking
Here, in association with Hampshire Trust Bank, we look at the current rate of growth of SMEs and how they are managing their money.
Small Business Banking
It seems that UK business owners find it too expensive to borrow cash from their bank. Why aren't the banks adjusting to online competition?
Small Business Banking
As the alternative finance sector continues to grow at a rapid rate, Paul Mildenstein considers if banks have had their day.
Small Business Banking
It isn't just personal current account customers who can take advantage of the free Current Account Switch Service to swap between banks - small businesses up and down the country can make the most of the service, too, if they want to move to another current account provider.
Small Business Banking
Susie Taylor, founder of Susie Taylor Communications, discusses why she took up business banking with Metro Bank.
Small Business Banking
James King, founder of venture capital firm Find Invest Grow (FIG), discusses the role of banks should play and why it needs to be easier to withdraw money from investments.
Business Loans
Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.
Business Technology
Landlines as we know them will be scrapped in 2027 – along with a raft of upcoming business changes. Here's how to ensure your communications set-up is fit for whatever the future brings
Business Technology
With the landline shutdown coming fast, there’s never been a better time to switch to VoIP. Don’t let your small business be left behind!
Export & Import
Many factors can affect products’ journeys from A to B. Here are some tips for best practice for successful shipping in the modern world