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Latest SME Confidence Tracker reveals business owners are “crying out” for support in Autumn Budget.

Data reveals measures business owners are demanding of the Government in November's Autumn Budget.

New tariffs compound residual Brexit hangover for importers and exporters according to new report.

BFS renews securitisation arrangement for three years, boosting its funding support for UK businesses.

The British Business Bank has agreed a new facility with BFS Marine Finance, designed to increase the flow of finance to smaller businesses within the commercial marine sector.

Last autumn, the Government had an opportunity to lay the foundations for its economic growth agenda, but the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves’ inaugural Budget was a mixed bag.

New research from BFS, reveals that interest rates and political uncertainty are holding back many businesses from investing in the long-term business growth the economy needs.

The findings of our latest SME Confidence Tracker show an optimistic but challenged SME community.

Recruitment involves a capital outlay to pay workers before you are paid. Recruitment Invoice Finance alleviates this financial pressure by releasing a percentage of each invoice’s value.

Read Jonathan Andrew's latest blog on the global economy and why it performed marginally better than expected.

Construction is a cashflow-critical industry. That’s why Invoice Finance, a way of releasing the value of unpaid invoices, works well for companies in the sector.

New research from Bibby Foreign Exchange (BFX), reveals that UK SMEs trading abroad remain hamstrung by circumstances borne out of Brexit.

In December ‘23 we spoke to 500 UK-headquartered businesses that import and/or export goods and services overseas.

Bad Debt Protection can safeguard your cashflow, mitigate the impact of customer non payment and insolvency, and support your business growth.

Bloomberg analysis suggests the UK economy is likely already in recession, with similar concerns growing across Europe.

An Invoice Finance company is a financial institution that specialises in providing money to businesses by leveraging the value of outstanding invoices.

Demand for funding is on the rise but access is proving tricky. Over half of SMEs believe it is more difficult to get external finance now than six months ago.

What are the risks that supply chain insolvencies pose to your business, and how can you pre-empt these risks and protect your business?

With party conference season drawing to a close, the (likely) 2024 general election will be won on a different word beginning with “e”.

Our latest SME Confidence Tracker findings highlight an array of challenges facing UK PLC in 2023.

Factoring is a quick way to release cash tied up in your customers’ outstanding invoices allowing you to access your funds earlier.

New research reveals that 2023 is the worst economic environment for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in 15 years.

The Global Business Monitor reveals insights from SMEs.

The UK’s largest independent invoice finance provider, Bibby Financial Services, has acquired Aldermore’s Working Capital Finance division as it continues to grow its support for UK SMEs.

With invoice finance becoming more popular as a business finance solution we explore the benefits it gives to businesses that use it.

Which type of businesses can use invoice discounting to leverage the value of their sales ledger to improve their cash flow.

We look at the advantages and disadvantages of invoice discounting which businesses need to consider when looking for business finance.

What criteria and eligibility requirements does your business need to meet before they can apply for an invoice finance facility.

There are ways for SMEs to optimise how they do business. One way is for businesses to find ways to leverage their access to different forms of finance.

The ugly truth is that despite representing more than half the population, women account for less than a third of entrepreneurs.

International Women's Day serves as an important reminder of all the inspirational progress which has been made by women in the world of business.

Four new hires and refocused strategy to boost asset finance for UK SMEs.

The Bank of England increase interest rates by 0.5%. The news reflects the Government’s continued focus on tackling the impact of inflation on individuals and businesses.

International SME financier, Bibby Financial Services has appointed Paul Ratcliffe as Managing Director for its new Marine Finance business set to launch this year.

Global financier combines heritage and SME specialism for new venture.

BFS has appointed Ajay Patel and Mehul Parikh as it continues to drive forward its global customer strategy.

New research from BFS, sheds further light onto the cost of doing business emergency unfolding for the UK’s SME sized businesses as they fight for survival.

Is the Government kicking the can down the road?

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - Bibby Line Group statement

Bibby Financial Services (BFS), has announced the appointment of Marion King as Non-Executive Director as it continues to work towards its ambitious growth strategy.

MPL Home Limited partners with Bibby Financial Services to fund growth strategy.

Bibby Financial Services have a rich history of supporting new businesses with specialist financing, maintaining cash flow and providing financial plans.

Our online finance and funding glossary of terms, helps give meaning to the words and any terms you may not recognise when using our website or guides.

Managing your assets effectively can help you to take advantage of their value and provide flexibility to help grow your business and protect your cash resources.

Bibby Financial Services offer confidential solutions tackling the problems of late payments and ensure invoice financing reduces the risk of late payments.

Bibby Financial Services are the cash flow experts, our range of products help UK businesses sustain their cash flow when they need it most.

With rapidly rising inflation, persistent supply chain issues and labour shortages, which – combined – look set to push the UK into recession this year.

To help you take advantage of the international marketplace, a variety of options are available if you're looking to expand your business.

Invoice Factoring is a way of ensuring you’re paid early, rather than just on time, every time you invoice. You can access funds usually within 24 hours of issuing your invoices. Invoice factoring can be beneficial to businesses operating in a wide variety of circumstances.

Invoice Factoring is being more widely used by businesses. We explain the pros and cons of using invoice factoring as a way to fund your business.

Invoice Factoring helps businesses better manage, if not remove entirely, the cashflow problems associated with slow paying customers. Being able to manage cashflow through the peaks and troughs is key to success. And that’s where Invoice Factoring works best.

Business Overdrafts and Invoice Factoring are two ways to improve with business cash flow issues. Understand the pros and cons of using them.

You’ve probably considered business bank loans, but you might not be as familiar with invoice factoring. Here we look at these two solutions for alleviating pressure on business cashflow.

There are two key types of invoice finance; factoring and invoice discounting. Learning more about each of these may help you decide which option is right for you.

Factoring is a way of releasing the cash tied up in outstanding customer invoices before they are paid, enabling your business to stay in control of its cashflow without having to use an overdraft or take out a loan.

Bibby Financial Services (BFS), has announced the appointment of Stephen Hand as UK Head of Sales to boost its support for SMEs across the country.

More than a quarter of businesses have written-off money owed by customers in the past year.

SME funder and top accountancy and advisory firm partner for invoice finance.

BFS has announced the appointment of Helen Norris as Chief People and Organisation Officer.

SME funder wins 'Factor & Invoice Finance Discounter of the Year'.

Bibby Financial Services announces new central London office to expand support in South East.

The Office of National Statistics’ recent revision of the UK’s economic performance for 2020 – GDP shrank by 9.7% as opposed to 9.8%.

James Cooper appointed as CTO and Nicola Allard to head-up IT at global funder.

The pandemic has turned conventional business models on their heads and SMEs have had to quickly adapt.

SME turnover fell for the second consecutive month in August as labour and skills shortages continued to hamper economic activity.

Subcontractors across the UK are struggling to take advantage of the economy reopening due to supply chain issues.

Experienced financier joins international funder to drive forward UK strategy.

SME turnover dipped in July amid raw material shortages and ‘pingdemic’ related disruption.

Bibby Financial Services sees strong client turnover growth as SMEs bounce back in 2021.

Construction subcontractors across the UK have shown impressive resilience in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic.

So why sign up for a service only to find it isn’t right? We believe a three-month trial is the fairer way to go.

The UK government’s plans to ease lockdown restrictions have seen a surge in optimism from SMEs, according to the latest Covid-19 Pulse survey from business funder, Bibby Financial Services (BFS).

Bibby Financial Services (BFS), has announced a £300m Pandemic Recovery Fund to support SMEs as lockdown restrictions are lifted.

Our research among UK SMEs reveals an optimistic, yet cautious business population when unlocking the road to recovery.

A comprehensive package for business, but did The Chancellor miss a green trick?

Modular Group Investments partners with Bibby Financial Services to acquire Euramax Solutions Ltd.

Jonathan Andrew, Global Chief Executive of Bibby Financial Services, says SMEs have good reason to feel optimistic in 2021.

How SMEs can turn the resilience they showed in 2020 into the energy needed to return to growth in 2021.

Tuber Produce renews funding partnership with Bibby Financial Services.

Lucile Knight, Richard Olver and Axel Scholz join global funder.

According to the International Monetary Fund, Coronavirus has plunged the world into “a crisis like no other.”

Bibby Financial Services (BFS), has provided a significant funding facility to The Funky Appliance Company, a young UK business producing stylish and unique electrical appliances.

SME funder, Bibby Financial Services has provided a £1.1 million funding line to LWS Interior Solutions and South West Kitchens.

A blog by Jonathan Andrew, Global Chief Executive, of Bibby Financial Services.

The economic outlook for financial brokers and business advisors.

A majority of UK SMEs are being paid later as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a BFS survey.

Bibby Financial Services partners with Hider Foods International Ltd.

Bibby Financial Services provides funding to H Bronnley and Co UK Ltd.

Bibby Financial Services has provided a £4m Invoice Discounting facility to the Bothongo Group UK.

Bibby Line Group has announced that Jonathan Andrew will join its Bibby Financial Services business as Global CEO on 1st September, 2020.

Bibby Financial Services (BFS) has provided a £1.1 million Invoice Discounting and Asset Finance funding facility to First Components Group Ltd.

Bibby Financial Services (BFS), provided £40m in new funding facilities to corporate businesses throughout June.

Scottish Transport group on road to success with £9m Group funding deal.

Bibby Financial Services provides funding to Bright Green Plastics Ltd.

BFS study reveals scale of coronavirus lockdown impact on UK SMEs.

How SMEs can mitigate the risks of currency volatility when trading overseas during these unprecedented times.

Bibby Financial Services partners with Capital Cooling Refrigeration Ltd.

SME loans options may seem uncertain due to the Covid-19 crisis but there is support available from the public and private sector.

BFS offers responsive funding decisions and enhanced support for international traders among support pledges during Covid-19 pandemic.

David Postings, Global Chief Executive Officer of Bibby Financial Services, explains how the organisation is supporting clients during the Covid-19 crisis.

Double win for BFS at BCR Receivables Finance International Awards 2020.

Bibby Financial Services has provided a £500,000 funding facility to FEL Group Ltd, a ventilation and air conditioning specialist.

Independent funder to invest further in core markets.

BFS recognised in Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For Awards.

Susan Farmer, Head of Recruitment Finance at BFS, shares guidance on the IR35 legislation.

Bibby Financial Services has provided two funding facilities to businesses under the Venian Group.

The Bshirt scoops £3,000 prize in BFS-sponsored contest.

SME funder wins 'Factor & Invoice Finance Discounter of the Year' at the 2019 NACFB Awards.

Recruitment company secures £800,000 facility to drive growth.

The latest Q3 SME Confidence Tracker report reveals 54% of UK SMEs were not prepared for Brexit ahead of the October 31 deadline.

Pentland Material Supply Ltd partners with Bibby Financial Services.

Independent funder pledges commitments as part of Govt. scheme to support SMEs.

UK SMEs least likely to invest as brexit bites.

Uncertainty around Brexit, tariffs and exchange rates.

Rising costs cause concern for SMEs amid global uncertainty, according to latest international study.

Wholesaler secures £800,000 funding line ahead of festive period.

Bibby Financial Services (BFS) has provided a multi-million funding line to Norman Broadbent Group plc.

Bibby Financial Services, is delighted to sponsor The Institute of Export & International Trade’s (IOE&IT) 12th ‘Open to Export Competition’.

Findings of the latest SME Confidence Tracker from Bibby Financial Services.

A blog by Sharon Wiltshire, UK Commercial Director.

Yorkshire automotive supplier secures funding to steer growth.

UK clothing company Grandeur Clothing secures £400,000 invoice and trade deal.

The Institute of Export & International Trade and Bibby Financial Services join forces to support UK importers and exporters.

Findings of the Subcontracting Growth Report reveal impact of Brexit on the sector.

Network infrastructure provider secures £1.5m funding line.

SME Confidence Tracker reveals concerns among UK business leaders.

Bibby Financial Services (BFS) has provided a £2.6 million Invoice Discounting funding facility to Morris Line Engineering (Holdings) Ltd, a specialist engineering business with two well respected brands – MLE and JW Morris.

Protecting against cyber crime for your business.

Helen Wheeler discusses how the construction industry can grow.

Recruitment consultancy finds cashflow solution with a personal touch.

Unlocking growth opportunities with Trade Finance.

Invoice Finance helps fund management buyout of manufacturing business.

Mor Cross Transport Services on the road to success

How to become a market leader with external funding.

Steel business going strong after two decades of support.

Commercial refurbishment business, Advance PM, looks to amplify growth

Construction subcontractor rebrands and finds funding for growth.

South Wales-based Capital Valley Plastics leverages ID for growth.