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Investment

The Investment archive for UK small businesses.

News

Half of businesses press pause on investment

Small businesses scrap plans to immediately invest in technology and training, citing economic uncertainty and rising costs

News

Investment lies in hands of pension holders, says Sunak

Chancellor says its up to those who pay in to pensions to tell institutions they want to invest in fast-growth tech start-ups

Business management

UK recovery is possible with planned investment in businesses

It may seem an insurmountable hurdle but a UK recovery is possible with the right investment in businesses across all the country's regions. Ian Currie of Seneca Partners explains

The Start-Up Series

Attracting investment: 6 ingredients for building an irresistible team

Matthew Cushen, co-founder at Worth Capital, explains how small businesses can build the right team to attract investment

Crowdfunding for Business

3 ways start-ups can create irresistible investment proposals

Matthew Cushen, co-founder at Worth Capital, provides three ways start-ups can create irresistible investment proposals.

Financing

Investment community to focus on inclusivity and support

A new initiative aims to create an inclusive and supportive investment community, teaching and advising investors how to help the businesses they invest in.

Small Business Banking

Regional business growth – investors called on to narrow the gap

High net worth investors being called on to support small, growing and regional businesses and business owners looking for investment are the focus of a campaign by business backers.

News

Why SMEs are at risk of a downturn

SME confidence is suffering due to falling sales and the low level of the pound, but owners should still invest in their companies.

Alternative finance

Funding round up – the latest investment opportunities for investors

House buying digital platform The HouseShop and PSY Ventures offering spiritual guidance seek investors to fund their growth plans

Business management

How entering awards can help your business grow

Francesca James, co-founder of the NatWest Great British Entrepreneur Awards, explains how entering awards can bring you closer to achieving your business goals.

News

SMEs set to ramp up investment as confidence edges back

Small businesses are set to ramp up investment as confidence edges back, with planned investment for Q1 at highest level since 2016.

Legal advice

Investment – are you legally prepared?

Here, Karen Holden, founder of A City Law Firm, guides us on how to safely and legally secure investment for your business.

Partner content

How businesses can manage the rise in employers’ National Insurance

Philip Welsh, product marketing manager at Sage, explains why employers’ National Insurance contributions (NIC) are rising in April 2025 – impacting employee costs, cashflow and margins for firms

Business Technology

The connection between digital skills and fraud prevention in small businesses

With fraud posing a significant threat to small businesses, Rachael Tiffen from Cifas addresses the role of digital skills in fraud prevention

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.

Partner content

Small business owners: discover alternative funding solutions to help fuel your growth