Businesses that have completed the Entrepreneurial Spark accelerator programme have an average survival rate of more than double the UK national average. more»

British bank NatWest has unveiled an online platform that will provide quick access to unsecured business loans of up to £150,000, part of its fintech push. more»

Small company owners who bank with either RBS or NatWest will gain access to FreeAgent accounting software, that will link directly to their bank account. more»

A business bucket list is not a million miles from a good old-fashioned business plan, but it has more to do with magical, punch-the-air moments than looking down at a spreadsheet and quietly nodding. more»

The number of franchisee-owned businesses has climbed 14 per cent in two years to 44,200 and 97 per cent of franchisee-owned units say they are profitable. more»

In a letter to business and commercial customers, RBS and its English operation NatWest announced that several changes would be made to its terms and conditions, including one that would allow for interest to be charged on deposits. more»

High street lender NatWest has launched a new £1bn lending fund to help support growth among small businesses across England and Wales. more»

Want to make sure you’re using your digital marketing budget effectively? Here, Natwest’s Marcelino Castrillo gives us his guide to developing a successful online strategy. more»

The latest official figures suggest the UK’s so-called “productivity puzzle” remains a serious concern, as we continue to lag far behind our competitor countries. more»

Business change can be driven by a number of factors, from market demand and new legislation, to organic growth. An essential skill for all small business owners is being able to recognise the signs that change is needed as their company evolves. more»