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At a glance One of the most frustrating growth barriers many start-up owners face is a lengthy working capital cycle (WCC). If you face this knotty problem, the sooner you untangle it…

Stock Take Last week saw the anniversary of the 1929 Stock Market crash, an event which led directly into the great depression. 94 years later, the current market is going through its…

At a glance Financially it’s been a difficult few years for households in a range of income brackets. The cost of living has risen substantially as inflation has soared1, household energy bills…

At a glance By the time it comes to exiting your business, many SMEs will likely have written agreements with employees, suppliers, customers and shareholders. Unfortunately, many firms end up with a…

Stock Take Global markets remained firmly on the back foot last week, as inflationary and political developments continued to cause issues for investors. In the UK, the FTSE 100 fell 2.6% after…

At a glance When you’re considering your future and what to do with your money, it’s important to make sure you will have enough funds to cover your expenses and maintain a…

At a glance Most owners of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) care deeply about the wellbeing of their staff – whether that’s mental, physical or financial. They can also see how much…

Stock Take Geopolitical worries and mixed economic news across the West presented a challenging environment for investors last week. In the UK, The Office for National Statistics revealed that monthly GDP grew…

At a glance You may assume that if you needed some form of long-term care, you would have to move into a care home or nursing home. But that may not be…

At a glance For much of the past year, the big economic story affecting markets has remained the same: inflation is too high, and central banks have been increasing interest rates to…

At a glance As an early-stage business owner, you’re likely bursting with ideas for your company’s growth. You must plan this phase carefully; a key reason many small businesses fail is not…

At a glance Why financial health should be our ethical and financial priority What is financial wellbeing? It’s about knowing that you can pay the bills, manage your debts, deal with the…