The dairy dilemma: Why cheese and butter could be luxuries post-Brexit
By David Craik
Importers and exporters uncertain about the consequences of Brexit on their bottom lines and consumer demand have been given some sour statistics to chew on.
Tag: Trade
Demand for UK exports set to double by 2030
Global demand for UK exports continues to grow, and will double by 2030, new international trade figures have revealed.
Three pitfalls to avoid when expanding your business overseas
By Staff writer
Expanding into new markets is an exciting time for any growing business. However, overseas growth is not without its challenges for managers, as CEO at Spreadshirt Philip Rooke explains.
What is TPP, and why doesn’t Donald Trump like it?
As president-elect Donald Trump continues to outline a plan for his first 100 days in office, the latest policy to feel his wrath is TPP the Trans-Pacific Partnership.
Changing currency: Post-Brexit concerns for SMEs
The vote of the UK to leave the EU seemed to take everyone by surprise, not least the foreign exchange markets. In the immediate aftermath of the vote, sterling fell by up to 13 per cent against the US dollar and up to 11 per cent against the euro.
Interested nations are revealing hands in a game of post-Brexit poker
As we now move past a month since the historic Brexit referendum vote, entrepreneur Richard Upshall argues that trading opportunities are abundant – and even goes as far as suggesting Donald Trump becoming president would be a boon for the UK.
Ten key steps for tech entrepreneurs breaking away from incubators
Transforming a groundbreaking idea into a fast-growing business is the ultimate goal for many tech entrepreneurs and breaking away from the protective environment offered by incubators and accelerator programmes is a tempting pathway to success. But in the early days it is important they temper their enthusiasm with a sound foundation of business management knowledge.
Its business as normal in Brazil and a good time to grasp opportunities
Reading the press and watching TV news coverage of the recent impeachment process of Dilma Roussef, you might think that Brazil is descending into chaos. However, now is a great time to grasp the nettle and exploit this market.
“If TTIPs not good enough for France then it isn’t for UK,” says Jeremy Corbyn
Jeremy Corbyn has recently joined a range of European politicians in doubting the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) – and has vowed to put a stop to it.
The implications of Brexit for UK companies
The argument for Brexit seems to have come down to a question of “better the devil you know”. There are plenty of people unhappy with our involvement in the EU, but equally people worry about the unknown. It is certainly an emotive subject, but perhaps the argument should really boil down to economic implications – will we be better off in or out