Category: Business

The government has unveiled a major crackdown on late payments to SMEs, but with 100,000 job cuts and rising cyber threats, the UK economic outlook remains volatile. Learn how to protect your cash flow and finance your business’s resilience.

The IMF has upgraded the UK’s growth forecast from 0.8% to 1%, offering economic hope. However, warnings of “domestic uncertainty” and the Iran war mean businesses must secure their finances against global shocks.

As we head into May 2026, the UK stock market is gearing up for a bumper month of shareholder payouts. With a wave of FTSE 100 heavyweights hitting their ex-dividend dates, billions of pounds are set to be returned to investors. While these massive corporate payouts grab the headlines, they highlight a fundamental business truth … FTSE 100 Dividend Rush: What Big Business Payouts Teach SMEs About Cashflow

Economy recovering but banks saying “no”? Discover why 2026 is the year of the broker and how Nexgen Business Finance can unlock the liquidity you need to grow.

The Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS) is the final round of government-backed funding designed to help UK SMEs scale, innovate, and adapt to the digital age. With NexGen offering exclusive access to the only two funders currently providing this specific facility, time is of the essence for businesses looking to secure up to £2 million in flexible finance.

From understanding the £45 million turnover eligibility criteria to leveraging GGS for AI-driven retail transformations, this guide covers everything your business needs to know to unlock its growth potential before the scheme concludes in March 2026.

Despite recent rate cuts, business leaders are warning of a sharp private sector contraction in 2026 due to rising costs and weak demand. Learn how to prepare your business and the defensive finance options available.

In a boost for the economy, the Bank of England has cut interest rates to 3.75%. Discover what this “Christmas present” means for mortgage payers, business borrowing costs, and your growth plans for 2026.

From April 2026, the initial penalty for late Corporation Tax filing is set to jump to £200. Get the full lowdown on HMRC’s penalty regimes for VAT and Self Assessment, and discover finance options to keep your business compliant.

The Chancellor is reportedly considering a freeze on income tax thresholds, a move that would pull millions into higher tax brackets. Learn what this “stealth tax” means for businesses and your finance options.

The voluntary Real Living Wage is rising, giving low-paid workers a vital pay boost. Learn what this means for business costs and the finance options available to help your company adapt.