Small Businesses in a Recession: How to Navigate Turbulent Times

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small businesses in a recession

With the impact of Brexit, the pandemic, and now the recession, small businesses – which make up 99% of the UK’s business population – have had to switch into survival mode more times in recent years than they may care to remember. Economic uncertainty can impact even the most robust of businesses, but the downturn in the nation’s finances doesn’t … Read More

Tips for Cash Flow Forecasting

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Tips for Cash Flow Forecasting

Being able to put together a forecast of your business’ cash flow is incredibly important for planning and identifying problem areas. This is especially true in times of crisis when your cash flow comes under pressure. In this article, we outline some of our tips for building a cash flow forecast. Understanding your cash flow In terms of putting together … Read More

How to Understand Company Accounts & Financial Ratios

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How to Understand Company Accounts & Financial Ratios

Updated 18th September, 2024. Have you ever wondered what all those headings and figures mean when your accountant returns your Balance Sheet and you’re afraid to ask? Or maybe someone asks you about your gearing and you think they are talking about your car. Perhaps you are looking at buying a business and you’ve been given their last 3 years of … Read More