Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
Articles, news and advice for SME owners and managers on the topic of International Trade.
Finding and selling to customers
Here’s a breakdown of the kind of opportunities businesses have the potential to enjoy by expanding to the US.
News
2017 could be the year for SMEs to take advantage of international trading as most businesses report growth over last year.
News
Mid-sized businesses boost overseas turnover by 50 per cent in last five years while large and small businesses falter.
News
Small businesses remain optimistic of potential trade abroad as they reveal their wish list for international trade after Brexit.
News
Half of firms rank currency risk as the biggest challenge to conducting international business after the 2016 Referendum.
Export & Import
Here, Rachel Mainwaring, operations director at Creditsafe, gives us her top tips for trading and exporting your business overseas.
Export & Import
Here, Robert Marchant, VAT partner and head of Corporate VAT at Crowe Clark Whitehill LLP, asks whether Brexit could allow the UK government to re-introduce Free Trade Zones as part of its aspirations to boost the UK’s international trade.
News
Despite the uncertainties around Brexit, Brits are still purchasing more than ever from overseas retailers.
News
Businesses in international trade are struggling to get contracts because of a lack of knowledge, a new study finds.
News
Nearly four in five UK micro-multinationals feel international trade is just as accessible for small businesses.
News
SMEs depend heavily on European trade relationships despite ongoing speculation on the potential for a UK Brexit from the European Union, finds research.
News
Small UK companies are starting to export far earlier than previously, research finds.
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
To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis
Investing in a franchise
Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.