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A new era for small business finance
The banks aren't interested – but social lending websites are. SmallBusiness.co.uk talks to three early-stage companies that benefitted from a growing phenomenon in SME fundraising.
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Duvet day for 400,000
‘National Sickie Day’ will cost UK businesses more than £34 million, a business support specialist predicts.
Businesses falling short with IT plans
SMEs are failing to set sufficient IT project briefs, research finds.
Manufacturing 'kick-starts back into life'
The UK manufacturing sector started 2012 on a positive footing with a key sector index rising to an eight-month high.
Smaller enterprises suffering more than large ones
More small and medium-sized enterprises have seen a quarterly reduction in sales volumes than large companies, research finds.
Glimmer of hope for sales in 2012
Consumer confidence in the UK rose in January.
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Ben Lobel 24/01/2012
It seems that despite the government’s assurance that the Olympics will provide a long-lasting economic legacy for the UK, businesses remain unconvinced. Have your say »
Deciding on your financing needs
Small Business Finance 06/12/2011
Rory Earley, CEO of Capital for Enterprise, looks at the ramifications of getting a bank loan to fund growth opportunities. Have your say »
Winning new business in 2012
Guest Blogger 02/02/2012
Shaun Thompson, CEO of Sandler Training, explains how growth is possible in frugal times. Have your say »
