The latest news affecting small and medium sized (SME) businesses in the UK
Britain's private sector barely grew in March as the Middle East conflict drives up costs and dampens confidence, raising the spectre of stagflation for SMEs already…
SpaceX is planning the largest IPO in history, targeting a $2tn valuation with up to 30% of shares reserved for retail investors. Here's what UK investors…
UK petrol prices have surged to nearly 155p a litre amid the Iran conflict, with diesel at its highest since late 2022. Experts weigh in on…
Brent crude climbs above $111 a barrel as fears grow that US-Iran negotiations may collapse before President Trump's Wednesday deadline, threatening further disruption to global energy…
EY analysis reveals that raising UK defence expenditure to up to 5% of GDP by 2035 could generate £30bn a year in additional economic output and…
Labour donor Dale Vince tells Ed Miliband to halt North Sea oil exports and shield Britain from Iran-driven fuel shortages, as crude tops $109 a barrel.
British lamb prices surge to record highs as Easter and Eid drive demand, with supermarket legs topping £16/kg and the UK flock at its lowest in…
OpenAI's flagship Stargate data centre in Tyneside has stalled with no updated timeline, casting doubt over the government's AI infrastructure ambitions and Keir Starmer's growth agenda.
Amazon is repurposing its shuttered Fresh convenience stores as Whole Foods outlets in London, but with cumulative losses exceeding £200m, questions remain over the strategy's viability.
Barclays is reversing years of branch closures by opening new outlets and reinstating the bank manager title, as its UK chief bets on human touch to…
UK businesses expect higher inflation and fewer rate cuts as energy prices surge following the Iran war, according to Bank of England data.
SpaceX is preparing for what could become the largest stock market debut in history after confidentially filing for an initial public offering that may value the…
Regions across England and Wales will receive up to £20m each to boost innovation in sectors including AI, clean energy and advanced manufacturing.
Marmite and other iconic brands will join US group McCormick in a £50bn deal, creating a global flavour powerhouse and raising concerns over UK jobs.
Oracle begins cutting thousands of jobs as it ramps up AI spending, with analysts warning up to 30,000 roles could be affected.