All articles by Archana Rani

Archana Rani
EIF and Gilion to provide €43m in growth financing for tech firms
This initiative is particularly targeted at SMEs and small mid-caps within the SaaS sector.
Haydock Finance appoints new chief credit officer
MacGregor will spearhead the credit function and drive initiatives to enhance service excellence within Haydock.
EIB approves €160m package for Tuscany SMEs
This package will be accessible to the 321 companies that were selected in the 2023 research and development calls.
ČSOB selects nCino to upgrade commercial and SME lending operations
The move aligns with ČSOB’s efforts to enhance operational efficiency and provide a seamless digital experience for its clients.
NACFB members facilitate 70% of UK’s £38bn SME lending
The 2024 survey data shows that, on average, commercial lenders depend on brokers for 67% of SME finance transactions.
EIB Group provides €132m to Erste Bank to expand lending to Croatian businesses
The financial package aims to bolster ESB’s lending capabilities to mid-caps, micro-entrepreneurs, and social enterprises.
Lending platform Funding Circle swings to profit in 2024
The company’s revenue grew to £160.1m, compared to £130.1m a year ago.
North Mill poised to acquire Pawnee Leasing, Tandem Finance
US-based Pawnee Leasing is engaged in small-ticket equipment leasing for businesses across various credit spectrums.
Close Brothers Broker Solutions appoints new operations head
Eckersley-Fallon will focus on improving the company’s back-office operations and optimising the customer journey.
Ultimate Finance announces new hires in sales team
With the new hires, the company looks to provide expert services to an increasing number of introducers and clients throughout the UK.