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UK SMEs unhappy with banks when it comes to foreign exchange

Over half (52%) of SMEs that use a bank for cross-border currency transfers feel their needs are not being met, new research reveals

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SMEs that maximise digital technology show faster growth

Study reveals more tech-savvy companies enjoy quicker development

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Zoopla invests £1M in four UK property startups

The digital property group has also established long-term strategic partnerships with each of the companies

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CBI say reform of business rates and no new tax burden essential for economic growth

Recent initiatives announced in George Osborne’s budgets have placed a £9 billion a year burden on UK businesses, and economic growth could be threatened were the chancellor to increase the costs to business further when he announces his budget next month, according to Carolyn Fairbairn, director general of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI).

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British Business Bank agrees £51M facility to increase asset finance for SMEs

Transaction is second of British Business Bank's new ENABLE Funding programme

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Return of Tech Invest forum will connect early-stage tech firms with investors

Early-stage, fast-growth technology companies will get the opportunity to present their business to a room of top investors

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Only 8% of companies seeking crowdfunding are in profit

92% of companies seeking to raise finance on crowdfunding platforms are unprofitable or have no trading history.

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New public and private-backed growth programme launches

Designed by entrepreneurs, the Government, universities and UK leading corporates, Growth Builder is now open for applications.

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Only 8% of companies seeking crowdfunding are in profit

92% of companies seeking to raise finance on crowdfunding platforms are unprofitable or have no trading history.

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New public and private-backed growth programme launches

Designed by entrepreneurs, the Government, universities and UK leading corporates, Growth Builder is now open for applications.

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Top 13 crowdfunding campaigns of 2015 revealed

Exploding kittens and vegetarian butchers among biggest fundraisers of the year

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BGF completes invests in AIM-listed Castleton Technology

Business Growth Fund (BGF) backs software and infrastructure solutions provider in its bid to acquire Kypera Holdings

Alternative Finance for Business

Use of asset based finance soars to new high

Asset-based finance supports 15% of all UK company turnover, which is a figure a third higher than the European average.

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Quoted Company Awards 2016: The winners

Here, we look at the great and good of the smaller company sector. 

Partner content

Why upgrading your tech regularly will help your business grow

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Accounting and Finance Software

Desktop vs cloud accounting: What to consider 

What are the key differences between desktop and cloud accounting software, and what should you consider when it comes to choosing a solution for your business

Accounting and Finance Software

Accounting and financial management software: What you need to know 

Fast-growth businesses need a solution that can cope with the demands of an ever-increasing volume of data, transactions, and tasks.

Opinion

Boosting confidence in outsourcing your customer service function to call centres in Africa

CCI Kenya discusses why outsourcing key of your business processes to call centres in Africa may be beneficial