Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
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The uncertainty of the US presidential elections could cause serious currency problems for SMEs who do not protect themselves, a new study finds.
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Uncertainty of Brexit has not bothered business owners, as SME contributions to the economy are forecast to hit new heights.
Accounting
Here, we look at how to improve your financial management as a small business owner.
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Small businesses are making big money for the UK economy, according to a study of the cities with the best potential for SMEs.
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Theresa May's message to small businesses that cuts to EU funding after Brexit would be replaced and that the sector would be 'at the heart' of the government’s renegotiation strategy have not convinced the SME sector.
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Britain's SMEs are confident of ending the year in a growth phase, although certainty is beginning to wane from the peak recorded in Q2 this year, research suggests.
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UK small and medium-sized businesses are predicting an average increase in turnover of 37 per cent over the next five years, research finds.
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Some 33 per cent of small companies have added employees since 2013, research finds.
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The majority of small business owners are preparing to vote Conservative in today's General Election, a study finds.
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The growth of UK SMEs is being undermined by spiralling costs of doing business, suffocating red tape and bullying tactics from larger companies, according to a study by a business lobbying group.
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Three in five small companies expect to grow their business in 2015, research finds.
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UK businesses are increasingly 'micro' in size while the proportion of high-growth companies has fallen considerably in recent years, research finds.
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.
Partner content
Read here for 16 tried and tested tips and tricks to improve potential cash flow problems