Let retail investors help aid a rapid recovery Since lockdown began, there has been a trend of companies acting to build up their reserves through equity fundraises — with over £10bn raised since the pandemic began. However, the vast majority of these fundraises have so far not been open to retail investors. While companies urgently need liquidity now more than ever, neglecting to [...]
Beyond the bank: Are we asking the right finance questions for SMEs? The term “squeezed middle” is often used in the context of the UK economy, and it’s true of our mid-sized growth businesses too. We speak to these companies daily, and we know intimately the numerous places they’re feeling the pressure. But there needn’t be a squeeze on their options to grow. The OECD ranks Britain [...]