All articles by Shivam Mishra

Shivam Mishra

Bluestone incorporates Siemens Financial Services’ tech to accelerate lending

This move is expected to transform Bluestone’s operational efficiency by automating decision-making process for transactions. 

German leasing company GRENKE approves increased dividend   

Following the company’s 24th annual general meeting, the supervisory board elected Moritz Grenke as deputy chair. 

Capify secures £100m credit facility for SME financing 

This infusion will bolster Capify’s growth ambitions and provide essential working capital to thousands of SMEs in coming years. 

Liberty Leasing adopts Employee Ownership Trust structure

The new structure allows staff to have a stake in the company’s future without the need to directly own or buy shares. 

UTB launches block discounting service for non-bank lenders 

The bank is focusing on fostering relation with asset finance companies that fund lease, hire purchase, and loan contracts.  

British Business Investments offers £15m facility to Catfoss Finance  

With the transaction, Catfoss will be able to support smaller companies seeking to grow faster by supporting the acquisition of vital assets. 

Time Finance expands invoice finance team with new hire

Dan Murphy brings over five years of experience in the financial services sector to his new role. 

CHG-MERIDIAN’s lease originations rise 9.9% to €2.45bn in 2023

The Germany-based company’s profit from ordinary activities surged 20.8% year-on-year to €164.25m. 

Allica Bank swings to pre-tax profit of £16.09m in 2023 

The UK-based digital bank, which specialises in serving SMEs, saw a 140.7% surge in gross revenue.  

UK SMEs at risk of closure without more accessible finance option: survey  

A Novuna survey revealed 28% of SMEs experienced rejection when applying for financial support since November 2023.