Business Banking
The Cambridge launches competitive business bond
The Cambridge Building Society has launched a competitive business bond which is proving very popular amongst its business customers.
SMEs continue important drive to foreign shores
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) remain committed to trading internationally and continuing to seek out new opportunities overseas, new research from HSBC Commercial Bank reveals.
New mobile apps to help with record-keeping
The software industry, after consultation with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), is producing simple record keeping mobile apps for small businesses.
Co-operative Bank launches client money management package
The Co-operative Bank has launched a new online banking service specially designed to help businesses that manage money on behalf of clients.
Skipton International adds new bond options to business account portfolio
Skipton International Limited has moved to significantly upgrade the range of accounts available to businesses, intermediaries and trusts with the unveiling of two new account choices
Lloyds to participate in National Loan Guarantee Scheme
Lloyds Banking Group has confirmed that it will participate in the Government's National Loan Guarantee Scheme, announced by the Chancellor, George Osborne.
Asset finance essential to business lending solution, says FLA
On the day that the non-bank debt industry taskforce publishes its proposals for non-bank lending to small and medium-sized businesses, the Finance and Leasing Association's (FLA)'s latest statistics show continued growth in asset finance (leasing and hire purchase of business equipment).
Santander boosts Beannchor with new finance package
Hospitality group Beannchor has completed a £5 million refinancing deal with Santander Corporate Banking, putting the company on a firm footing for future growth.
New lenders join Enterprise Finance Guarantee scheme
Four new lenders have been accredited to offer loans to small businesses under the Enterprise Finance Guarantee (EFG) scheme, the Government has announced.
Lloyds beats target for small business lending
Lloyds Banking Group has announced that it has beaten its targets under the Merlin agreement, for lending to small and medium sized businesses (SMEs).
Increase your profitability in 2012
Whichever way you look at them, business forecasts aren’t particularly bright for 2012. But there are steps you can take to increase your profitability without having to make large investments.
More monkey business for Yorkshire people finders
Yorkshire based people-finding service FinderMonkey is set for expansion after finding an original and potentially lucrative niche in the market.
HSBC highlights commitment to UK business in 2012
HSBC has announced a number of commitments aimed at supporting UK businesses in 2012. The bank will continue to provide strong support for businesses which trade or aspire to trade internationally and commits to providing lending facilities to support business growth and job creation.
Refinancing deal fuels energy firm's future growth
Aberdeen-based energy company, Energy Environmental Group, is set for future growth and investment following the completion of a refinancing deal with Santander Corporate Banking.
The Co-op funds Youth Hostel accommodation refurbishment
The Co-operative Bank has agreed a £13m funding package with national accommodation provider YHA (the Youth Hostels Association) in England and Wales.