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Alternative Finance for Business

Move over, Merlin 

It’s time to replace the failed Project Merlin with a more radical solution to the UK’s business finance freeze, argues Barclay Lamont, who puts the case for a microfinance-based model.

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Klein believes financial services needs re-imagination

Financial services is in need of a re-imagination akin to those seen in the telecoms and media sectors, according to Index Ventures' Robin Klein.

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HSBC backs restructured TMAT with £1.6 million

TM Acoustic Technologies, a manufacturer of vehicle interiors, has secured a £1.6 million finance package from the high street bank HSBC that will fund further international expansion.

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Quindell Portfolio acquires Maine Finance

Brand extension business Quindell Portfolio has announced the acquisition of online financial services broking company Maine Finance for £2.1 million.

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YFM leads £2 million financing for Intamac Systems

Technology company Intamac Systems has received £2 million of further investment that includes backing from YFM Equity Partners.

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Clydesdale Bank commits growth finance for CamSemi

Cambridge semiconductor company CamSemi has secured a growth finance deal from Clydesdale Bank ahead of further product launches later this year.

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Borro secures lending facility from Octopus

Short-term asset lender borro has secured a new lending facility through Octopus Investments.

Financial Management

Taking a business from regional to global

As businesses look to grow, sources of available funding become paramount in facilitating this change. The move from regional to global player is a big step to make, requiring a comprehensive strategy and access to finance.

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Securing finance to become easier, but in a year

Chief executive and financial officers of mid-market businesses expect securing finance to become easier during the next year with technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) the most bullish sector, a poll finds.

Venture Capital Funding

The role of VCT finance

Fund managers have described VCTs as ‘coming of age’, but how do businesses benefit from accessing their finance?

Alternative Finance for Business

Interview with GE Capital’s Adam Johnson – Primed for action

With over-leveraged financing no longer an option, 2010 could be a bumper year for alternative finance providers. Marc Barber catches up with GE Capital's Adam Johnson

Financial Management

Reducing currency exposure

Piers Cracknell, commercial director of currency specialist Moneycorp, comments on the pound's heavy fall against the dollar and assess its probable impact on growing businesses.

Partner content

Turning the UK and Ireland’s e‑invoicing mandates into a growth opportunity

This article from Docuware explains upcoming changes around e-invoicing and how your business can manage them

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.