Renewed conflict in the Middle East

Renewed conflict in the Middle East

Renewed conflict in the Middle East is already having knock on effects for the global economy, and UK business owners are likely to feel the impact through higher costs and increased uncertainty rather than direct disruption. The most immediate pressure point is...
Business exit planning matters

Business exit planning matters

For many business owners, the focus is firmly on growth, profitability and day to day operations. Exit planning is often treated as something to think about later, perhaps a few years before retirement or when a buyer appears. In reality, leaving exit planning until...
New business formations exceed business “deaths”

New business formations exceed business “deaths”

The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics show that in 2025 the number of UK business births exceeded business deaths for a second successive year, pointing to a net increase in the total number of active enterprises. According to data from the...