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57% of SMEs expect rising costs

57% of SMEs expect rising costs

Plus: What 400 advisory professionals say separates winners from the rest

Marina Mouka
June 09, 2025

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EXPERT INSIGHT BY UPSLIDE
Accounting and Advisory 2025 Report: Forces shaping the competitive landscape
Learn how KPMG and 400 accounting and advisory professionals beat the competition through AI and brand investments. Download here.

EXPERT INSIGHT BY PAPERLESS
Choosing the right AP tools to support business growth
As businesses scale, their financial operations, particularly accounts payable, must evolve to keep pace with growth. Manual processes can quickly become bottlenecks that stall payments, frustrate suppliers, and reduce financial visibility.

FROM THE MARKET

Northern Accountants forms new advisory board

Chartered Accountants Ulster Society elects new Chairman

HMRC sending out tax bills to people with £3,500 or more in savings - what to look for

EDITOR’S PICKS

INSIGHTS
Cash flow pressures climb as 57% of UK SMEs warn of rising costs
New data from Intuit QuickBooks paints a stark picture for the UK’s small and medium-sized businesses, with 57% predicting rising costs in the next quarter and 64% of those expressing concern over how this will affect their operations.

NEWS ANALYSIS
FRC sets out plans for UK sustainability assurance standard

NEWS ANALYSIS
HMRC hit by £47m phishing fraud, MPs question digital defences

THE BIG INTERVIEW

Q&A: Inside Protiviti’s front-row view of audit’s next evolution
Internal audit is no longer a passive control function - it’s becoming a strategic advisor in an era defined by AI, talent shortages, and rising risk. In this Q&A, Protiviti UK’s Janet Barberis and Deepa Krishnamachari explain how audit teams are evolving, what’s holding them back, and why culture, data quality, and skills gaps matter more than ever. From AI adoption to regulatory readiness, this is a candid look at what internal audit needs to stay relevant.

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HMRC considers pension taxation to fund winter fuel payments

ESG IN ACCOUNTING

In partnership with MRI Software

From preparation to compliance: Navigating FRS 102 lease accounting in 5 key steps
Download MRI Software’s free 5-step guide to ensure a seamless and successful FRS 102 transition.

LRQA expands services by acquiring 5 global risk specialist firms

Data and transparency as core ESG challenges for defence sector investors

WHAT WE'RE LISTENING TO

Simplifying Business Accounting With Femke Hogema's Approach To Profitability And Growth
Femke Hogema simplifies accounting for entrepreneurs by bridging the gap between numbers and business strategies, helping them understand financial dynamics. She empowers accountants and bookkeepers as Profit Advisors to guide businesses in achieving financial health and profitability. Her work is crucial for entrepreneurs wanting pragmatic financial oversight.
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POLL: FRC SUSTAINABILITY STANDARD

Should the UK adopt a dedicated sustainability assurance standard?

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