Matt Travis Backs Major Australian Expansion as Hampshire Accountants Targets Growing SME Market
Hampshire Accountants is preparing for a major expansion into Australia, with Bounce Funding founder and CEO Matt Travis expected to play a central role in developing the group’s SME finance and professional services strategy. The move comes as Australia continues to offer a large and growing market for SMEs, accountants, advisers and finance providers. Hampshire […]
Hampshire Accountants Acquires Bounce Funding in £4.75m Deal
Creating a powerful platform for SME growth across the UK and internationally. Hampshire Accountants has acquired leading business finance specialist Bounce Funding in a £4.75 million transaction, combining accountancy, advisory and access to capital under one joined-up proposition. Creating a stronger platform for SME growth The acquisition brings together Hampshire Accountants’ accountancy and advisory expertise […]
Bank of England Slashes Interest Rates to 4.5% – A Game Changer for UK Business Lending?
The Bank of England has just made a bold move, cutting its base interest rate from 4.75% to 4.5%. This marks the third-rate reduction in six months, signalling another push to stimulate the UK economy. But what does this mean for businesses? Will it fuel a surge in lending, or have new risks presented themselves […]
Small businesses in the UK encountered various challenges in 2024. Will 2025 offer some relief and fresh opportunities? Let’s explore the key trends to watch out for…
1. A Struggle to Preserve the UK high street? To address the decline of the high street, the government is empowering local councils with new authority to prevent long-term vacancies in shops. They will have the ability to auction leases, aiming to revitalise the high street with ‘right to rent’ commercial spaces for businesses and […]