Debt load of businesses seeking finance is double pre-Covid level
The indebtedness of businesses seeking finance is more than double the pre-pandemic level, a study of thousands of loan applications has found. The average debt-to-turnover ratio of small companies seeking…
Northern Virginia businesses sour on economy. Many cite Trump policies
Three months has made a huge difference in the economic expectations of Northern Virginia’s business leaders, with most more concerned about the region’s economy. Three months has made a huge…
Challenger and Specialist Bank Lending Hits Record High, but Overall Proportion of Smaller Businesses Accessing Finance is Down Amid Challenging Economic Conditions, Finds Latest British Business Bank Research
The British Business Bank’s Small Business Finance Markets 2024/25 report, published today, finds that challenger and specialist banks’ share of gross lending is the highest on record – accounting for…
How can smaller businesses finance their sustainability journey?
While there are business benefits to becoming more sustainable, funding can be a bottleneck for smaller businesses looking to kickstart or accelerate their sustainability journey. According to research by the…
Where will creators and businesses go without TikTok?
The Supreme Court’s decision to uphold a law forcing the banning of TikTok in the U.S. has some businesses wondering what’s next. One business expert said it’s a tough lesson…
What happened with DC-area businesses in 2024? A roundup of mergers, closures and more
Here’s a look at some of the top local business stories in the D.C. region for 2024. From mergers and acquisitions to headquarters relocations and economic accolades: Here is a…