Business news 13 February 2026 The UK economy may have edged forward at the end of 2025, but beneath the surface small firms are facing mounting pressure. With GDP growth stuck at just 0.1%, confidence among SMEs at post-COVID lows,

Business news 11 February 2026 There are tentative signs that the UK economy may have returned to growth at the end of last year. However, any optimism is being tempered by rising tax concerns, labour market weakness, high street closures

Business news 2 February 2026 UK businesses are facing a difficult start to February, with tax pressure, stubborn borrowing costs and rising compliance demands all colliding at once. While headline inflation has eased from its peak, costs for employers continue

Business news 29 January 2026 UK and global markets may look resilient on the surface, but beneath the headlines cash flow pressure remains intense. Insolvencies are still running well above pre-pandemic levels, retail failures continue to mount, borrowing costs remain

Business news 28 January 2026 UK businesses are facing a familiar squeeze: costs remain high, demand is uneven, and insolvencies continue to stack up. While pubs have secured a modest business rates discount, wider hospitality and retail pressures remain unresolved.