How will inflation rates effect SMEs?
This summer inflation rates saw a steady slump, but as Brexit looms how will this affect SMEs”
Tag: Inflation
October 2018 economic statistics: All the figures SMEs need to know
Are we headed for the worst year since the financial crisis” Experts seem to think so. Real Business takes a look at the October events that led to this alleged decision.
1 in 4 firms report a boost in exports, says RBS Monitor
By David Craik
Scottish businesses are ramping up exports despite being bombarded by the biggest cost hikes in seven years.
Businesses should not fear regulations or see them as an export barrier
By David Craik
Despite export figures being at an all-time high, concerns over regulation are holding businesses back.
October 2017 economic statistics: All the figures SMEs need to know
Andrew Sentance’s prediction came true. The PwC economic adviser maintained last month that interest rates were to rise a matter recently confirmed by Bank of England governor Mark Carney. We take a closer look in our October 2017 economic statistics piece.
UK employees happier to change jobs for small pay rise than European counterparts
UK employees were willing to leave their roles for a ten per cent pay rise, compared to a European average of 12 per cent.
March 2017 economic statistics: All the figures SMEs need to know
Brits will undoubtedly be looking for major change after prime minister Theresa May triggered Article 50. However, March 2017 economic statistics remind us that Brexit is a two-year affair so we don’t have to fear any hard-hitting figures just yet.
February 2017 economic statistics: All the figures SMEs need to know
SME costs could increase by ?6.8bn as inflation is forecast to rise by 2.7 per cent this year, our February 2017 economic statistics roundup unveiled.
The definitive business advent calendar: 12 December How soon would you quit a new job
As our Christmas countdown continues, we’ve got a surprise about someone from a very well-known, fruity firm, who left the company’s core before it had grown to its full potential…
Under Labour, would entrepreneurship throughout Britain lose all incentive to succeed
By Jan Cavelle
It’s worrying that a party which failed to secure enough votes during the last general election, due to a perception that it didn’t have a firm grasp of economic and business polices, should veer so sharp to the left.