Dave Fishwick was a successful minibus businessman in Burnley, England, when he decided to take on the UK banking establishment. He was frustrated by the lack of lending to small...
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Silicon Valley Bank’s Collapse Sparks Fears of Banking Crisis
The failure of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), the 16th largest bank in the US, has sent shockwaves across the financial sector and raised concerns about the stability of the banking...
EU’s Big Tech Crackdown Worries Start-ups and Investors
The European Union’s plan to impose new rules and restrictions on the Big Tech companies such as Google, Meta, Amazon and Apple has sparked concerns among start-ups and investors, who...
Local restaurants cash in on Super Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl Sunday is not only a big day for football fans, but also for local restaurants, who see a surge in orders and sales on the day of the...
UK minister seeks to strengthen trade ties with Nigeria during visit
The UK Minister for Business and Trade, Kemi Badenoch, has embarked on a three-day visit to Nigeria, where she will meet with government officials and business leaders to explore ways...
Business activity in South West surges as confidence and demand rise, PMI survey shows
Business activity in the South West region of England increased sharply in October, according to the latest NatWest South West PMI Business Activity Index. The index, which measures the month-on-month...
LSKD, the activewear brand that aims to inspire, wins Telstra Business of the Year
LSKD, a Queensland-based activewear brand that aims to inspire people to be 1% better every day, has won the Telstra Business of the Year award and the Outstanding Growth award...
Wonky Box delivers fresh and affordable produce to South Island customers
Wonky Box, a fruit and vegetable delivery business that rescues surplus and imperfect produce from growers, has expanded its service to the South Island, gaining more than 1,400 new customers...
How Lunar New Year can boost your business in the Asian market
Lunar New Year, which started on February 10, 2024, is a major celebration for millions of people of Asian descent around the world. It is also a golden opportunity for...
How to Start a Home-Based Business in 2024: 10 Ideas to Consider
Home-based businesses are becoming more popular and profitable in the digital era of 2024. Many people are looking for ways to earn money from the comfort of their homes, whether...