Optimism among businesses despite soaring prices
Despite previous predictions the UK is expected to avoid a recession this year although inflation rates have reached levels markedly higher than forecast, suggesting that the short-term outlook remains unpredictable....
An opportunity to unlock economic and trade benefits
With news of a proposed solution to replace the Northern Ireland Protocol in the shape of the proposed Windsor Agreement, one of the barriers to trade for Scottish exporters could be...
Pressure remains on household finances and public services
Rising grocery and housing costs leave many consumers struggling, but business confidence is slowly improving The economic environment remains challenging for businesses and households. While the inflation rate is moderating...
How to see past the bumps on the economic rollercoaster
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Collective action to help solve the productivity puzzle
In the context of widespread economic uncertainty, the need to improve UK productivity looms large. Much has been written about the UK ‘productivity puzzle’ of low relative productivity (lagging all...
Regional clusters of specialised excellence bolster fintech strength
Devolved nations and English regions are focusing on specific disciplines, but collaboration and cooperation are key to future success Fintech has one big advantage over many other parts of the...
Progress report: Accelerating growth and driving innovation
Disruption caused by Brexit and the pandemic hasn’t blunted the ‘spectacular’ performance of the fintech sector There is little doubt that the UK has been punching above its weight for...
‘We cannot take our dominant position for granted …’
There was plenty of positivity about what is a dynamic new sector at the Fintech Scotland Festival – but it was tempered by the message that we can’t rest on...
Cause for celebration after record year for growth
The achievements of our home sector were marked at the FinTech Scotland Festival, as well as its contribution to an industry that is creating hundreds of thousands of jobs and...
UK fintech rockets to £24 billion valuation after fundraising round
A UK digital banking app is worth £24 billion after its latest funding round – making it the nation’s most valuable private tech startup ever. London-headquartered Revolut, which has more...