Category: Businesses

  • UK businesses expect revenue surge and ramped-up hiring in 2025

    British businesses are poised for a stronger start to 2025, with new data suggesting a majority expects higher turnover and increased hiring in the new year – welcome news for Labour’s pledge to revive the country’s sluggish economic growth. Surveys by Lloyds and KPMG indicate that 70 per cent of…

  • Why Custom Cardboard Boxes Are Essential for E-Commerce Businesses

    Are you an e-commerce business owner striving to provide an exceptional opening experience for your customers? Perhaps you are looking to improve your brand image and ensure safe product delivery? High quality custom cardboard boxes It may be the solution you are looking for. These versatile packaging options are not…

  • The Trends Impacting UK Businesses in 2025

    Recent years have been characterized by unique events, constant change and difficult economic conditions. While businesses have become accustomed to operating in an ever-evolving landscape, the start of a new year provides an opportunity to reflect and look forward. Meanwhile, technology continues to dominate the headlines. Artificial Intelligence is changing…

  • The Trends Impacting UK Businesses in 2025

    Recent years have been characterized by unique events, constant change and difficult economic conditions. While businesses have become accustomed to operating in an ever-evolving landscape, the start of a new year provides an opportunity to reflect and look forward. Meanwhile, technology continues to dominate the headlines. Artificial Intelligence is changing…

  • Small businesses say cautious shoppers are seeking ‘cozy’ and ‘festive’ this holiday season

    Breadcrumb links PMN BMN Business Article writer: Associated Press May Anderson Posted on December 15, 2024 • 4 minutes read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or log in if you have an account. Article content After a busy Black Friday weekend, Christine Tarnoll, owner of…

  • Brits brave storms to back small businesses, spending £634m on Small Business Saturday

    Strong consumer solidarity prevailed on Saturday for small businesses despite stormy conditions sweeping the UK. According to new research from American Express, more than 10 million Britons shopped at independent retailers on December 7, braving the influence of Storm Darragh to pump an estimated £634 million into small businesses both…

  • Myenergi calls for local businesses to celebrate what makes Grimsby great

    With Grimsby making headlines earlier this week as Britain’s “unemployment” capital, Stallingborough-based renewable energy technology manufacturer Mineergy called on local businesses to stand up to criticism, support the area and celebrate the thriving community that makes the city great. . While the hype may paint a bleak picture, co-founder Jordan…

  • Myenergi calls for local businesses to celebrate what makes Grimsby great

    With Grimsby making headlines earlier this week as Britain’s “unemployment” capital, Stallingborough-based renewable energy technology manufacturer Mineergy called on local businesses to stand up to criticism, support the area and celebrate the thriving community that makes the city great. . While the hype may paint a bleak picture, co-founder Jordan…

  • UK’s small businesses strike upbeat tone for 2025 growth

    The majority of small and medium-sized businesses in Britain are looking forward to 2025 with confidence, despite continuing economic uncertainty, recent budget pressures, and global geopolitical concerns. New survey data from KPMG and Aviva shows an optimistic picture emerging among business owners in the country, who expect increased demand, international…

  • UK’s small businesses strike upbeat tone for 2025 growth

    The majority of small and medium-sized businesses in Britain are looking forward to 2025 with confidence, despite continuing economic uncertainty, recent budget pressures, and global geopolitical concerns. New survey data from KPMG and Aviva shows an optimistic picture emerging among business owners in the country, who expect increased demand, international…

  • New sick pay rules risk dismissals as businesses grapple with Rayner’s reforms

    Angela Rayner’s proposed overhaul of workers’ rights could force employers to fire employees who fall ill for long periods, recruitment companies have warned, as companies face new cost burdens at a time when recruitment expenses are escalating. Under the government’s plans, employees will be able to claim Statutory Sick Pay…

  • Top CRM Software for Small Businesses

    Choosing the right CRM system is essential when small businesses are keen to improve customer interactions and improve operations. Given the wide selection available to businesses today, it becomes important to determine which CRM solutions available offer the best features, at a reasonable price, and with optimal scalability. A good…

  • Debanked: The Financial Suppression of Bitcoin Businesses Must End

    We cannot live in a world where someone creates a company that is completely legal, and then they are literally sanctioned () and banned by the US government through (a process) that is completely unaccountable by the way. There are no legal procedures. None of this is scripted. There are…

  • Debanked: The Financial Suppression of Bitcoin Businesses Must End

    We cannot live in a world where someone creates a company that is completely legal, and then they are literally sanctioned () and banned by the US government through (a process) that is completely unaccountable by the way. There are no legal procedures. None of this is scripted. There are…

  • Government-backed council to champion ‘unsung’ mid-sized businesses

    A government-backed group is now being set up to represent the UK’s medium-sized businesses, which are often overlooked despite their significant contribution to the economy. According to a NatWest report, these “unsung” companies could add an additional £115 billion to the UK economy by 2030 with the right support, driving…

  • FCA over-regulation risks choking crowdfunding and harming small businesses

    The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has been criticized for its strict regulation of the crowdfunding industry, which critics claim stifles investment and cuts off vital funding flows for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The UK Crowdfunding Association (UKCFA) has warned that these regulations could cost the economy billions of pounds…

  • FCA over-regulation risks choking crowdfunding and harming small businesses

    The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has been criticized for its strict regulation of the crowdfunding industry, which critics claim stifles investment and cuts off vital funding flows for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The UK Crowdfunding Association (UKCFA) has warned that these regulations could cost the economy billions of pounds…

  • Gail’s chairman warns Labour’s workers’ rights plans may threaten businesses

    Luke Johnson, chairman of the Gale bakery chain and a prominent businessman, has warned that some of his companies “may not survive” under Labour’s proposed labor rights reforms. Speaking before the Employment Rights Bill Committee, Johnson expressed concerns about the additional costs and complexities the legislation could impose on small…

  • Businesses urged to embrace automation over low-wage migrant labour

    The Conservative MP is calling for increased investment in technology to reduce reliance on low-paid migrant workers, highlighting automation as a way to boost efficiency and reduce net migration. Businesses should embrace more automation technologies rather than employ low-paid migrant workers, according to Conservative MP Chris Philp. Speaking on BBC…

  • Bitcoin Businesses Feel Safe In The U.S. In Wake Of Trump Victory

    Follow Frank on X. This morning Marathe largest publicly traded Bitcoin mining company, announced that it will roll out three new data centers in the United States Would she have made such an announcement if Harris had won the election? probably. (It’s not like they developed these data centers overnight.)…