Banking & Finance

CFIT and industry partners begin work to unlock SME lending

The Centre for Finance, Innovation and Technology (CFIT) and its industry partners set out how they plan to tackle the United Kingdom’s small- and medium-sized enterprise (SME) credit gap, as part of a new coalition d...

Record levels of lending at ThinCats despite challenges in market 

ThinCats, a leading alternative finance provider to mid-sized SMEs, has announced a record year of lending for its financial year, which ended on 30th, June 2025. Over the past 12 months, ThinCats provided £381 million ...

Editor’s Question: How are current economic conditions reshaping access...

Current economic conditions are making funding difficult for SMEs. Four experts on the following pages explore how SMEs can thrive in these conditions, starting with Robert Tinterov, CEO and Founder, PriceAgent: With...

Unlocking growth potential for UAE’s SMEs

SMEs are a crucial part of the UAE’s economy. One of the main issues which these companies face is access to the right capital. Without the much-needed funding and cash behind them, SMEs can find it difficult to grow. S...

SMEs are bleeding £4 billion in hidden FX fees – FinTechs are fighting ...

SMEs are losing billions annually to hidden foreign exchange fees an overlooked cost that’s quietly draining up to 2% of annual revenue. As cross-border payments grow more crucial than ever, FinTech challenger,...

Navigating financial challenges: Crucial advice for strengthening business...

In times of financial uncertainty, business owners often feel the pressure to solve problems alone. However, without the right expertise, even the most experienced leaders can struggle to identify the best path...

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