US small business bankruptcies reached a historic high in 2025, but the data tells a different story. Discover why this figure is statistically insignificant and what it really means for the economy.
Data shows a record number of US small firms filed for bankruptcy in 2025. But with over 33 million businesses, the 2,221 filings are statistically negligible. Explore the full story.
Stefan Di Benedetto quit his high-flying job to launch Solbevi, Australia's first canned limoncello spritz. After two gruelling years, his startup is now stocked in over 2,500 stores and served on Qantas flights. Discover his journey.
The DWP is funding free occupational health training for 5,000 line managers in SMEs from January 2026. Aimed at stemming the UK's sickness crisis, it targets early intervention to keep workers in jobs. Learn how to register.
The DWP is funding free occupational health training for 5,000 line managers in England's SMEs from Jan-Mar 2026. Aim: curb long-term sickness and keep workers in jobs. Learn how to register.
Financial experts caution against 100-month auto loans, revealing how lower monthly payments lead to paying double the car's price in interest and leaving you 'underwater' for years.
A new survey reveals UK independent businesses are losing online sales to AI-powered giants. Discover the impact and what small firms are doing to fight back.
Two entrepreneurs reveal the staggering £800,000 price tag to launch a cocktail bar in Melbourne's CBD, igniting a fierce debate on the cost of doing business in Australia's hospitality sector. Read their full breakdown.
Discover five standout gift ideas from small UK businesses for a meaningful festive season. Support local entrepreneurs and find unique presents. Shop small this Christmas!
Mallows Beauty, a multi-million pound British beauty brand, has entered voluntary liquidation, making 25 staff redundant and leaving creditors owed £1.9m. Read the full story.
Millions of UK drivers could claim up to £700 as the FCA accelerates its car finance compensation scheme. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim for free.
UK households hold £207bn in cash ISAs, a 14% annual rise, as they build savings buffers. The annual cash ISA limit will be reduced to £12,000 from April 2027. Learn what this means for your savings strategy.
HSBC UK launches a competition for three small firms to win a day with a celebrity brand ambassador. Judged by Dame Kelly Holmes and Brian O'Driscoll. Enter by 5 January.
Alison Holliday, 50, and Charlie Lycett-Smith, 46, launch North & Nest, a finance and ops consultancy. They say midlife clarity and resilience give them a unique edge in business. Read their story.
UN climate talks in Belém conclude without major breakthrough on fossil fuels or deforestation. Developing nations demand urgent adaptation finance as funding falls short. The world's most vulnerable left exposed.
New research uncovers that UK small business owners start with an average of only £6,000, relying on personal savings and family loans. Discover the sacrifices made and the support needed for success.
Small businesses face payment delays and project cancellations during historic US government shutdown. Discover how UK firms are affected and what happens next.
Major financial institutions are quietly shifting operations from Wall Street to San Francisco and Phoenix in a strategic move that's reshaping America's financial landscape.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis unveils free calculator helping millions potentially claim thousands from car finance mis-selling scandal. FCA investigation ongoing.
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority's proposed compensation scheme for the car finance mis-selling scandal faces massive backlash for potentially short-changing victims out of billions.
Discover the incredible money-saving strategies that helped one determined budgeter save £10,000 in a single year through extreme financial discipline and clever lifestyle changes.
Millions of UK savers could boost their tax-free savings by £240 with this simple ISA strategy before the April deadline. Discover how to maximise your returns.
Exclusive: British cardholders are being hit with a double whammy as banks dramatically reduce interest-free balance transfer periods while hiking minimum payments. Discover how to protect your finances.
As traditional banks retreat, private credit is stepping in to fund British businesses. Discover how this $2.1tn shadow banking sector is transforming corporate lending while raising regulatory concerns.
Over 18s across the UK could be sitting on unclaimed cash from savings and current accounts. HMRC reveals how to claim your money before it's too late.
Discover how UK drivers may have been overcharged thousands in hidden commission, and how new FCA rules could trigger a compensation wave dwarfing PPI.
Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group sets aside £450 million as FCA investigates discretionary commission arrangements in car finance market, potentially triggering compensation claims for millions of British motorists.
Lloyds Banking Group faces mounting costs as it allocates another £800 million to cover compensation for historical motor finance commission claims, bringing total provisions to a staggering £2 billion.
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority launches investigation into Lloyds Banking Group's motor finance commission arrangements, potentially affecting millions of customers.
Lloyds Banking Group is under investigation by the Financial Conduct Authority regarding historical motor finance commission arrangements, potentially impacting millions of customers.