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International Trade

Articles, news and advice for SME owners and managers on the topic of International Trade.

Finding and selling to customers

What are the opportunities of expanding your business to the US today?

Here’s a breakdown of the kind of opportunities businesses have the potential to enjoy by expanding to the US.

News

2017 to be a good year for SMEs that trade internationally

2017 could be the year for SMEs to take advantage of international trading as most businesses report growth over last year.

News

British SMEs boost overseas turnover despite shadow of Brexit

Mid-sized businesses boost overseas turnover by 50 per cent in last five years while large and small businesses falter.

News

Small firms reveal trade deal wish list post Brexit

Small businesses remain optimistic of potential trade abroad as they reveal their wish list for international trade after Brexit.

News

UK firms adapt to ‘new normal’ of international trade

Half of firms rank currency risk as the biggest challenge to conducting international business after the 2016 Referendum.

Export & Import

Top tips for trading overseas

Here, Rachel Mainwaring, operations director at Creditsafe, gives us her top tips for trading and exporting your business overseas.

Export & Import

Could Brexit boost international trade by enabling free trade zones in the UK?

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

Cross-border trade continues to rise despite Brexit uncertainty

Despite the uncertainties around Brexit, Brits are still purchasing more than ever from overseas retailers.

News

SMEs call for more international trade support beyond Britain’s borders

Businesses in international trade are struggling to get contracts because of a lack of knowledge, a new study finds.

Business management

Conquering the global market: Small businesses thinking big

Here's how small companies are adapting to global market situations and thinking on a grander scale.

News

The UK is leading the way in international microbusineses

Nearly four in five UK micro-multinationals feel international trade is just as accessible for small businesses.

News

UK SMEs prefer Europe as trading destination

SMEs depend heavily on European trade relationships despite ongoing speculation on the potential for a UK Brexit from the European Union, finds research.

Business Technology

Future-proof your business communications set-up

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 Loans

A guide to getting a small business loan

Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.

Business Technology

Friendly guide – top tips for small businesses switching to VoIP

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

Avoid delays with exports and imports

Many factors can affect products’ journeys from A to B. Here are some tips for best practice for successful shipping in the modern world