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How to ensure your business is investment ready

Securing investment is a critical milestone for many businesses, but the process can be challenging. We share some of the key ways your business can get “investment ready” to help things run smoother.

Why is M&A a good strategy for business growth?

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Why is M&A a good strategy for business growth?

Mergers and acquisitions can be a game-changer for businesses looking to scale quickly and efficiently, but they’re not without their challenges. We weigh up the benefits and pitfalls of M&A and explore how to identify the perfect acquisition target.

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Types of growth capital

Navigating the funding landscape is always tricky, not least because of the variety of options available to businesses. We break down the different types of growth capital to make this easier.

Everything you need to know about acquisition finance

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Everything you need to know about acquisition finance

Acquisitions are a tried and tested method for accelerating business growth. Thinking about growing your business via M&A? Here is everything you need to know about securing acquisition finance…

Working capital: Why is it important for business growth?

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Working capital: Why is it important for business growth?

Working capital is a fundamental part of any business’ success, but what about the specific impact that working capital can have on a business’ growth? And how can businesses use working capital most effectively to accelerate this growth? We break it down…

Raising growth capital: What gets lenders excited?

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Raising growth capital: What gets lenders excited?

In a challenging fundraising environment, SMEs need to put themselves in the strongest position of securing capital. Here are the key business characteristics that get lenders excited, for you to consider during your fundraising journey…

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How to execute a successful acquisition

Acquisitions can be a powerful way to accelerate your company’s growth, enabling you to quickly scale operations, enter new markets and achieve other strategic goals. But successful M&A requires careful planning. We share our step-by-step guide to getting it right.

Fuelling business growth: When is venture debt the right option?

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Fuelling business growth: When is venture debt the right option?

There are so many funding options available to businesses that it can feel tricky trying to navigate them all. We unpack the details of venture debt, which businesses it is best suited to and how it can be used to accelerate growth.

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How to use growth capital

How can business leaders use growth capital to enhance their outcomes? Why would a business actually raise growth capital? And what are the key things business leaders should be aware of, ahead of a growth capital fundraise? We answer all this and more.

More than money: How lenders can bridge the gap in the SME funding ecosystem

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More than money: How lenders can bridge the gap in the SME funding ecosystem

With SMEs consistently struggling to access finance, the fact there is a gap in the funding ecosystem is not in doubt. But what can lenders do to improve this situation? How can they bridge the gap?

How do I know when it's the right time to raise capital?

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How do I know when it’s the right time to raise capital?

A lack of investment can cost businesses their growth, but how do you get the timing right? We uncover the key characteristics of a business that is ready to raise capital.

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Decision making for entrepreneurs

Sometimes making easy decisions is the hardest thing for entrepreneurs to do. Take advice from a psychologist on how to work your decision making muscles.

Is your management team strong enough to impress investors?

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Is your management team strong enough to impress investors?

Discover the management team qualities that investors are looking for when they assess your business.

The role of brokers in securing SME funding

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The role of brokers in securing SME funding

Growth Lending works with brokers and intermediaries regularly – they are a hugely important part of the funding ecosystem that has developed around small and medium-sized enterprises that are looking to grow.

The difference between debt financing and equity financing

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The difference between debt financing and equity financing

Debt or equity? This guide breaks down the difference between the two, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Amazon Vendor versus Amazon Seller: What's the difference?

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Amazon Vendor versus Amazon Seller: What’s the difference?

Have you considered scaling your business through Amazon, but are confused about whether Amazon Vendor Central or Amazon Seller Central is the best fit?

The Ultimate Guide to Amazon Vendor Central

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The Ultimate Guide to Amazon Vendor Central

Are you looking to take your business to new heights by becoming an Amazon Vendor? In this ultimate guide, we cover everything you need to know.

Invoice Financing: What Is It and How Could It Benefit You?

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Invoice Financing: What Is It and How Could It Benefit You?

Explore the benefits of invoice financing. Discover how it works, eligibility criteria and how it can support your business to access next-level growth.

Mansion House Compact: The answer to unlocking £50bn of SME investment?

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Mansion House Compact: The answer to unlocking £50bn of SME investment?

The Local Government Pension Scheme offers a tremendous opportunity for investment in UK businesses, which would drive growth and create new jobs. But do we have the political will, asks Phil Woolas.

How to secure funding as an Amazon vendor

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How to secure funding as an Amazon vendor

Selling into Amazon can mean high upfront costs while you await payment for your goods, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Find out more about funding for Amazon vendors.

The Guide to Flexible Invoice Discounting

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The Guide to Flexible Invoice Discounting

A strong cash flow position is a key characteristic of any successful business and yet cash flow challenges can leave even the most robust of businesses reeling – discover how flexible invoice discounting could support you.

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Ad Tech Industry: All You Need To Know

Ad tech is the short term for advertising technology, and refers to the technologies and software used for delivering online ads. Discover all you need to know, here.

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How to build a diverse team

When it comes to recruiting, it should always be done with an open mind. Discover the importance of building a diverse team, and the benefits it will bring to your business.

Unleash your global potential: Get ready to grow

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Unleash your global potential: Get ready to grow

Prepare to go global with these key considerations for your expansion plan

The Story of Our Culture | Growth Lending

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The Story of Our Culture | Growth Lending

With culture an integral part of the fabric of Growth Lending, Organisational Psychologist Heather Bingham reveals exactly how our culture was curated and what it means for the organisation.

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Expanding into new markets

Whether you are exploring product diversification, geographic expansion or an acquisition, discover the key considerations for expanding into a new market.

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Five ways to improve cash flow

Cash flow management is vital for every business, but in the current economy it becomes even more important. Discover five expert tips for better cash flow management.

Looming overheads: how fast-growing businesses can tackle rising costs

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Looming overheads: how fast-growing businesses can tackle rising costs

Leaning on the expertise of our portfolio, we assess the challenges facing growing firms and offer advice to SMEs.

The Growth Lending Guide to Export Finance

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The Growth Lending Guide to Export Finance

Export finance covers a wide range of funding streams. Discover how your business can best utilise export finance to access next level growth.

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Guide to Bad Debt Protection

As market uncertainty lingers, protecting against bad debts provides much-needed assurance to growing businesses.

Preparing for tomorrow’s world: How is the funding landscape changing for consumer brands?

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Preparing for tomorrow’s world: How is the funding landscape changing for consumer brands?

We look at the benefits and drawbacks to both funding levers, giving you an insight into how you can best maximise each option.

What does budgeting mean for a small business?

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What does budgeting mean for a small business?

Budgeting effectively is crucial to the day-to-day operations of any business, but for smaller firms it’s even more crucial…

Should my business offer early payment discounts?

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Should my business offer early payment discounts?

For many businesses, the delay between delivering goods or services and customers paying their bills can cause real problems…

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How to finance a small business

When it comes to financing a small business, there are a number of options available to owners. The most common method of financing is through personal savings, but other options include taking out a loan, using a credit card, and seeking investors.

Overflowing inventory and the 90 day curse: How FMCG firms can overcome their challenges

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Overflowing inventory and the 90 day curse: How FMCG firms can overcome their challenges

Does your FMCG business face any of these common challenges? We may have the answer…