Caring and Sharing: The Key to Productivity and Wellbeing
The latest World Happiness Report 2025 highlights a powerful insight: acts of kindness and social connection boost both individual well-being and societal prosperity. The report finds that people who regularly engage in benevolent activities – such as donating, volunteering, or helping strangers – experience greater happiness and improved mental health. But the impact extends beyond […]
Monetary Policy Committee Update – March 2025
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted to maintain the Bank Rate at 4.5% during its meeting on 19 March 2025, with one member preferring a slight reduction to 4.25%. This decision follows significant progress in reducing inflation, although challenges remain with global uncertainties and domestic inflation pressures. Despite a stronger-than-expected UK GDP growth, business surveys […]
Monetary Policy Report
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) February 2025 Report outlines the committee’s decision to reduce the Bank Rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4.5%, with two members advocating for a 0.5 percentage point reduction. The MPC’s primary goal is to achieve the 2% inflation target while supporting economic growth and employment. Significant progress in reducing inflation […]
FTI Consulting has released its Global CFO Survey 2025
FTI Consulting has released its Global CFO Survey 2025, offering valuable insights into the current economic landscape and the strategic priorities of Chief Financial Officers worldwide. The report highlights key trends in financial management, risk assessment, and growth strategies, providing a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities facing businesses today. This essential read equips […]
The latest IFT publication
The latest IFT publication, UK Corporate Funding: what to expect has been published, click here. The report outlines key points and information for turnaround professionals on the shape of the current funding landscape and how best to work with different funders. The report includes sections on mainstream corporate lending, leveraged lending, private equity and asset-based […]
Saltwhistle Sees Chinese Overseas Investment Continuing as Professional Services Firms Expand Regional Ties
Saltwhistle Sees Chinese Overseas Investment Continuing as Professional Services Firms Expand Regional Ties Professional services firms in Australia and Saudi Arabia are strengthening their relationships with Chinese clients amid continued outbound investment from China into global markets. Major accountancy firms in both countries report growing business opportunities as Chinese companies seek local expertise for their […]
Rebecca Harding, our founder and CEO, has been recognised by CEO Monthly Magazine in this year’s 2024 Most Influential CEO programme.
Rebecca Harding, our founder and CEO, has been recognised by CEO Monthly Magazine in this year’s 2024 Most Influential CEO programme. She has been highlighted as their Most Influential CEO 2024 – Integrated Digital Marketing Consultancy (regional in the UK)
Julie and her new UHY Branding
Rebecca was pleased to meet up with Julie Manteria, Head of Marketing for UHY New York. She was in London to celebrate the rebranding of UHY global which she has been working on. They were having lunch at a restaurant and spotted a mouse under the table! So lunch ended up being free! Well done […]
When to Reinvent Your Business Model: A Strategic Marketing Perspective
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, knowing when to reinvent your business model is crucial for long-term success. A recent PwC study reveals that timing these transformations can make the difference between market leadership and obsolescence. Here’s what business leaders need to know about the strategic timing of business model reinvention (BMR). The Timing Challenge […]
Marketing Drives Success in Selling Your Business
Smaller businesses can gain by scaling their operations for sale, so it’s not just large corporations like Grant Thornton that are offering pieces of their businesses for sale. When putting a company up for sale, marketing is essential since it enhances the company’s perceived value and helps to build a positive image. Successful marketing techniques […]