All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez
Alejandro Gonzalez
Alejandro Gonzalez has been the Editor of Leasing Life since January 2020.
Financing the drone evolution: sky-high challenges and opportunities
As drones become integral to industries such as surveying, security, and photography, the financial sector grapples with unique challenges in funding these aerial devices. Chris Farnell reports.
NFBIs face a gradual rise in refinancing needs across EMEA
A significant portion of the debt maturities in 2024 and 2025 is attributed to developed-market finance and leasing companies.
Time Finance reaches £188m lending milestone
Own-book lending origination was up by nearly 30% to £47.3m and there was a 19% increase in total revenue.
SMEs believe apprentices are solution to UK’s skills gap: survey
According to a recent Close Brothers survey, 47% of respondents said not enough is being done to encourage young people to consider apprenticeships.
UK agricultural small business growth outlook surges to 3-year high
YouGov survey finds 39% of agricultural business owners anticipate significant or organic growth in the next three months.
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Houthi-controlled waters: Leasing industry grapples with threats to shipping routes
As Houthi attacks disrupt shipping in strategic chokepoints, leasing companies face uncertainties and increased risks in the wake of geopolitical tensions, writes Jeremy Weltman.
UK small business growth has slowed over the past decade: ERC report
The study attributes growth deceleration to Brexit, COVID-19 and geopolitical tensions.
Asset Alliance inks first Premier League deal with AFC Bournemouth
Asset Alliance Group’s sponsorship deal encompasses prominent LED advertising placements and various other sponsorship rights at the renowned Vitality Stadium.
Demand for personal guarantee-backed SME finance rose by 68% in 2023
Over 34% of owners and directors of small businesses found themselves compelled to sign a personal guarantee in the final quarter of 2023.
DLL appoints Lara Yocarini as incoming CEO and chair of Executive Board
Four-year appointment, effective from 1 May 2024, comes as part of DLL’s strategic succession planning.