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UK Business News – 10 February 2026

UK businesses are operating in a more fragile environment despite pockets of resilience. Retail spending rebounded in January, markets remain broadly supportive, and global investment continues at scale. However, political instablity, rising borrowing costs, regulatory pressure and a growing insolvency list underline the risks for SMEs — particularly those supplying goods and services on credit.

cpa.co.uk/business-news-10-february-2026/

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UK Business News – 11 February 2026

There are tentative signs that the UK economy may have returned to growth at the end of last year. However, any optimism is being tempered by rising tax concerns, labour market weakness, high street closures and mounting political uncertainty. For SMEs trading on credit, today’s environment remains one of fragile demand and heightened risk.

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cpa.co.uk/business-news-11-february-2026/

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Small firms are facing pressures comparable to the pandemic — but without the emergency support.

£112bn in unpaid invoices.
38 SMEs closing daily due to late payment.
GDP growth just 0.1%.
Business investment falling.

Meanwhile, markets hit record highs.

The gap between headline optimism and SME cashflow reality is widening.

Full breakdown in today’s CPA Daily Business News. : cpa.co.uk/business-news-12-february-2026/

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