Ezatullah, 45, recently entered Afghanistan through the Torkham border with his wife and seven children. They told us to leave urgently, he said. All of our belongings were left behind; everything was lost. We now have nothing.
Creditors' voluntary liquidations remain the process companies most commonly enter into - and their consistently high numbers reflect the ongoing challenges, high costs and political and economic uncertainty businesses face.
The perception that living in New Zealand is inherently better than in the UK overlooks significant challenges, such as high property prices and economic struggles in key cities like Auckland.
In 2025, London entrepreneurs face a perfect storm of economic challenges necessitating a robust investment strategy to protect capital against inflation and currency fluctuations.
SMEs are planning pay and recruitment freezes in response to government tax rises, with a distinct focus on limiting expenditures and innovation.
As inflation and rising costs persist, UK jewellery brands are shifting their focus towards sterling silver alternatives, providing consumers affordable yet quality options.
"Last year, many regions across the UK experienced a significant number of business closures, reflecting broader economic challenges."
