The latest quarterly survey has painted a worrying picture for small businesses with cash balances dropping and cash flow presenting major problems. These difficult circumstances have led to a decrease in SME confidence and have left many businesses struggling. In this article we look at the cause for SME concerns.
Expense management is key to business success. It will place financial strain on your business and impact profitability if allowed to go unchecked. We offer up some tips and advice on how to improve, manage and stay on top of your company spending.
After a difficult 2022, trading conditions for UK businesses are set to be even more challenging in 2023. Official forecasts indicate that the economy will remain in recession for much if not all the year. We collate the insights from a range of experts on what businesses can expect in the year ahead.
Our latest quarterly survey finds a small improvement in SME business confidence despite gathering economic headwinds. But the survey also points to operating challenges amidst falling profitability and concerns over rising costs