Financial Performance
The early warning signs your business is in financial trouble
In 2025, 23,938 UK companies failed, and almost none without warning. Learn the early signs of financial trouble, from shrinking cash runway to creditor days.
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Financial Performance
Debtor days: how to calculate the number quietly draining your cash
Calculate your debtor days, see what a rising trend reveals about your cash position, and use three practical fixes to get customers paying you faster.
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Why a profitable business fails
Your accounts show a profit but the bank balance fell. Here is why the cash flow versus profit gap catches growing UK businesses, and how to track it.
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What your gross margin is telling you and what to do when it falls (June 2026)
Grow sales and still run short of cash? Gross margin usually explains the gap. Here is what a falling gross margin means and three fixes to apply this month.
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Hidden Costs Killing Your Margins Quietly
Hidden costs are quietly killing your margins. The 8 most-missed expenses in small businesses and how to find them before they wreck your profit.
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Gross Profit vs Net Profit: Which Matters Most?
Gross profit vs net profit explained simply for SME owners. Learn the difference, why both matter, and which one tells you if your business is healthy.
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What's a Good Profit Margin for UK Small Business?
Understanding what constitutes a good profit margin is essential for UK small business owners. Profit margins vary significantly by industry, but knowing your numbers and how they compare to benchmarks helps you identify opportunities for improvement and sustainable growth.
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How to Price Your Services to Make Money
Learn how to price your services effectively with our comprehensive guide. Covering costs, risks, and margins to ensure profitability.