Business News Round Up (11/01/19)
Business growth continues but forecast exports worsen, report shows
Latest research from The University of Strathclyde’s Fraser Allander Institute suggests that less than one in five businesses expect to increase exports.
North and West Yorkshire firms remain upbeat despite lack of Brexit clarity
Businesses in North and West Yorkshire experienced strong employment across the region but are hesitant to make big investment decisions as a result of Brexit uncertainty.
Scottish Business Insider Top 500 Index 2019 reveals nation’s top companies
Scotland’s best performing businesses have been revealed, with SSE, Scottish Windows and RBS compiling the top three.
https://www.insider.co.uk/special-reports/scottish-business-insider-top500-index-13834015
Manchester SMEs urged to make plans ahead of Brexit
The Growth Company has urged small and medium sized businesses in the Greater Manchester region to address any issues or concerns surrounding Brexit.
https://www.insidermedia.com/insider/northwest/manchester-smes-urged-to-make-plans-ahead-of-brexit