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UK businesses are facing a more volatile environment as inflation fears, rising borrowing costs and geopolitical tensions continue to unsettle markets.

Today’s developments include:

UK gilt yields climbing sharply
Stronger-than-expected US inflation data
AI investment accelerating further
Growing cyber security concerns
Continued insolvency activity across multiple sectors

In uncertain conditions, strong credit management and early action become even more important for protecting cashflow and reducing bad debt risk.

CPA helps businesses improve payment performance through CreditCare reports, debtor monitoring and ethical overdue account recovery.

cpa.co.uk/uk-business-news-today-13-may-2026-economy-markets-insolvencies/

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UK businesses received some positive news today as the Government unveiled tougher late payment legislation aimed at protecting SMEs and improving cashflow.

But alongside stronger-than-expected UK growth figures came rising concerns around inflation, political uncertainty, oil prices and continued insolvency activity across multiple sectors.

The message for businesses remains clear:
Strong credit management matters more than ever.

Today’s CPA Daily Business News covers:
• New late payment laws
• UK GDP growth
• Labour leadership uncertainty
• Market and oil price movements
• SME tax changes
• Latest insolvencies

Read the full update and stay informed about the risks affecting customer payment behaviour and cashflow.

cpa.co.uk/uk-business-news-today-14-may-2026-economy-markets-insolvencies/

#SMEs #Cashflow #LatePayment #CreditManagement #UKBusiness #Insolvency #BusinessNews

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The Government’s new late payment legislation announced during the King’s Speech is a significant moment for UK SMEs.

Giving the Small Business Commissioner stronger powers and introducing maximum payment terms could help improve payment culture over time.

But legislation alone will not eliminate late payment overnight.

Many businesses are still facing:
• rising costs
• weaker confidence
• higher borrowing costs
• increasing insolvency risks

Strong credit management remains essential.

We’ve taken a closer look at why the reforms matter — and where challenges may still remain for businesses selling on credit.

Read more:
cpa.co.uk/late-payment-crackdown-tough-new-laws-but-will-they-work/

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UK economic growth surprised on the upside in Q1, but businesses still face rising pressure from higher energy costs, political uncertainty, weaker household finances and continuing insolvencies.

Sterling has fallen sharply, oil prices remain above $107 and insolvency activity continues across retail, hospitality, property and professional services.

For SMEs selling on credit, strong credit management remains essential as payment behaviour can deteriorate quickly during uncertain trading conditions.

CPA helps businesses protect cashflow through CreditCare reports, debtor monitoring and overdue account recovery services designed to preserve customer relationships while improving payment performance.

cpa.co.uk/uk-business-news-today-15-may-2026-economy-markets-insolvencies/

#UKBusiness #SMEs #Cashflow #LatePayment #CreditManagement #Insolvency #BusinessNews #UKEconomy

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