The time will come when even the most profitable of businesses need finance. This could be to complete a takeover, expand or introduce new product lines. Yet traditional financial institutions can be very protective, and your company may need to look

JCB, the renowned Staffordshire-based manufacturer of heavy machinery, has reported a significant surge in profits despite a global slowdown in the machinery sector. The company posted a 44% increase in pre-tax profits, reaching £806 million last year, up from £558 million

GMB, one of the UK’s largest trade unions, is urging the government to favour businesses that recognise trade unions when awarding public contracts. The call comes after revelations that Amazon secured £1 billion in government contracts despite allegations of “union-busting” practices. At

The pace of economic growth in the UK slowed in September, as concerns about the government’s upcoming budget weighed on business activity, according to a preliminary estimate from the widely tracked PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index). The UK PMI “flash” composite output

Trinny Woodall’s beauty brand, Trinny London, has secured a £15 million funding boost from Aurelius Finance Company (AFC), a private debt provider, as part of its ambitious growth strategy. Founded in 2017, Trinny London has grown into a successful direct-to-consumer business,