Whilst 2022 might see festive spend decline due to the ongoing cost of living crisis, consumer data company Statista predict that retail sales over Christmas could still reach £82.2 billion British pounds. Whilst that's down on last year, it's an increase from 2016, 17, 18 and 20!
Political and fiscal turbulence has created record-breaking falls in the value of the Pound. This causes problems for any business reliant on overseas imports but could be a boost for UK exporters
Attracting and retaining the right talent is a vital part of any business strategy. But for SMEs, skills shortages can have a significant impact on operations and growth.  What can smaller businesses do to find and fund the right talent for their business plans? 
Latest research from Capify finds that green investments are slipping down the priority list for UK SMEs. But when the economy recovers, those companies with sustainable credentials will be well-placed to accelerate their growth. 
Latest research by alternative lender Capify finds SME owners are looking to the new Truss government to assist with a plethora of business challenges ranging from soaring inflation, weakening demand and rising interest rates.
Find out the results of Capify's Q2 Business Confidence Survey.
You'll also be able to see how the findings differ from previous surveys we've conducted.
