The latest news affecting small and medium sized (SME) businesses in the UK
REA Group, backed by Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp, considers a £4.4bn bid for UK property portal Rightmove, aiming to create a global digital property powerhouse with…
Billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban recently sparked a debate on X (formerly Twitter) by asking his followers whether they would prefer Donald Trump…
Victoria Beckham injects £6.9m into her fashion and beauty business following a £3m loss in 2024, with a focus on expanding product lines and inventory. Discover…
Eton College will increase fees by 20% from January 2025 due to the introduction of VAT on private school fees, with other prestigious schools also planning…
The RAC calls for the end of the 5p fuel duty cut, claiming it costs the Treasury £2 billion annually while drivers see little benefit due…
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund acquires a significant stake in Rocco Forte Hotels, fuelling expansion plans across Europe.
Keir Starmer seeks preferential access to German markets in a bid to revitalise UK-EU ties and boost British business opportunities.
Klarna’s headcount drops as AI transforms operations, with further cuts expected as the fintech giant eyes a stock market listing.
HMRC is scrutinising 791 of the UK’s largest companies across key sectors, including banking, telecoms, and retail, over suspected tax underpayments totalling billions.
Small business confidence in the UK falls into negative territory as rising wage costs take their toll. The FSB warns of potential job losses and calls…
British retail prices drop for the first time in almost three years, driven by significant discounts on summer stock. Food price inflation also eases, providing some…
Major companies like AstraZeneca and Unilever rejoin the CBI after its misconduct scandal, though Tesco and John Lewis remain distant. The CBI is rebuilding with renewed…
Unite calls for a 1% wealth tax on the super-rich to finance 10% pay rises for public sector workers and address NHS vacancies, testing Labour’s stance…
Keir Starmer warns of tough times ahead, as Labour tackles the deep economic and social damage left by the Conservatives, requiring difficult choices for long-term recovery.
British Steel plans to close Scunthorpe blast furnaces, risking 2,500 jobs despite £600m taxpayer support. The company’s shift to imported steel raises concerns over the future…