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 12 February 2026 Small firms are facing pressures comparable to the pandemic — but without the emergency support. £112bn in unpaid invoices. 38 SMEs closing daily due to late payment. GDP growth just 0.1%. Business investment falling. Meanwhile,

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 10 February 2026 UK businesses are operating in a more fragile environment despite pockets of resilience. Retail spending rebounded in January, markets remain broadly supportive, and global investment continues at scale. However, political instability, rising borrowing costs, regulatory

Business news 9 February 2026 UUK businesses begin the new week facing a familiar but intensifying mix of pressures. Confidence among consumers and company directors has weakened, growth expectations remain subdued, and cost burdens are rising across tax, energy, fuel,