Bank of England data shows SME borrowing growth reached 4.6% in August 2026 while the effective rate on new SME bank loans rose to 6.63%.
The Bank of England says UK credit supply exceeds demand, but lenders still prefer larger clients. We examine what this means for invoice discounting, asset finance and SME borrowing choices.
The Bank of England held Bank Rate at 3.75% in September 2026. We examine what the decision could mean for business loans, invoice finance, asset finance and SME cash-flow planning.