Almost a third of SMEs fearful of immediate economic uncertainty, survey reveals
More than a quarter (27%) of SMEs view economic uncertainty as their primary concern, with their overall confidence having fallen to a four-year low. This is according to Lloyds Bank’s latest Business in Britain report; so why are companies bracing themselves for the worst?
UK SMEs remain optimistic despite possible EU exit
British SMEs are optimistic of increasing sales in the coming months, according to the recent SME Confidence Tracker from invoice finance experts Bibby Financial Services (BFS). However, the research also revealed that concern remains among SMEs over how an EU exit would shape their country’s economic climate. Looking ahead, what are the potential implications for UK SMEs?