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UK SMEs face a difficult and volatile year ahead. Companies must navigate a weakening macroeconomic environment, fragile fiscal policy, and heightened uncertainty over global trade. Although US President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on most tariffs

The global trade landscape is undergoing profound and lasting change. Heightened geopolitical tensions, rising protectionism, and increasing regulatory complexity are reshaping how businesses operate across borders. For business leaders, stakeholders, and crucially investors, understanding and responding to these developments is essential for protecting value and identifying new opportunities.

The Australian Federal Election is a pivotal event that can significantly influence the direction of the nation’s economy. The policies and priorities of the newly elected government have far-reaching implications for various sectors, including insolvency markets, debt collection practices by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), and the handling of winding up applications.

Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” – the culmination of his efforts to restructure the US economy and global trade – sparked a sharp global market sell-off that engulfed global equity markets and Bitcoin, as bonds rallied, in a fast-escalating trade war crisis.

Begbies Traynor Group has appointed Nick West as Partner to advise businesses across Shropshire and Mid-Wales, enhancing its insolvency services in the Midlands.

The global bicycle industry has experienced significant upheaval in recent years, driven by a confluence of factors that have reshaped the market landscape. From the surge in demand during the COVID-19 pandemic to the current challenges of market saturation, brand domination, and the impact of failed wholesalers, the industry is navigating a complex set of issues. Here, we explore these challenges from the perspective of the Australian bicycle industry and consider potential strategies for moving forward.

In the complex world of business, financial distress can strike even the most well-managed companies. When faced with such challenges, many business owners and stakeholders may not fully understand the options available to them. One such option is the voluntary administration process in Australia, which can provide a lifeline for businesses struggling with financial pressures.

Australian farmers are the backbone of our nation’s food supply, yet they are facing unprecedented pressures that threaten their livelihoods and the sustainability of their operations. Among the most significant challenges are a lack of government support, rising labour costs, and shrinking commodity prices driven by the dynamics of supermarkets and other retailers.

At Rodgers Reidy, we often provide shadow valuation services to support legal proceedings and dispute resolution or test the robustness of existing expert reports. In doing so, we frequently uncover recurring issues and biases that can undermine the credibility and accuracy of valuation conclusions, particularly in the SME (small to medium enterprise) sector.

The landscape of financial regulation in Australia is undergoing significant changes with the introduction of new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) reforms.

Shifting fiscal, tariff and geopolitical environments have introduced a range of uncertainties, which has blunted momentum for mid-market M&A activity in the UK. Fiscal tightening, weak productivity and policy uncertainty risk stalling deal flow, as risk-off sentiment, margin pressure, and tighter financing hit SMEs hardest.

The aviation industry is braced for the impact of global tariffs. The scope of plausible outcomes range in severity, with differing deleterious consequences on supply chain resilience, delivery delays, increased manufacturing and maintenance costs, lease rates, and ticket prices.

The UK’s tourism and travel industry are set for another record-breaking year for inbound visitors, but the headline figures mask a more complex picture below the surface, despite the well publicised concerns about VAT for tourists.