Atradius Experts to Unpack Budget 2025 and What It Means for SMEs

New research from Atradius highlights resilience and growth opportunities for UK businesses in 2025, despite ongoing economic uncertainty. With hiring and investment dominating business priorities, Atradius is set to host a webinar to help SMEs navigate the year ahead.

Atradius has unveiled exclusive survey findings that reveal a largely optimistic outlook for UK businesses in 2025. Despite rising costs from Budget changes, 65% of businesses remain confident in their ability to overcome financial pressures and continue growing.

To help SMEs prepare, Atradius is hosting a webinar on March 11th at 9:30 AM, featuring expert insights into the key challenges and opportunities that businesses will face post-Budget.

Key Findings from Atradius’ Latest Research:

• Investment on the rise – Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing, and IT firms are prioritising technology and equipment investment in 2025.
• Hiring for growth – 76% of firms plan to expand their workforce based on growth opportunities, compared to 30% reacting to cost pressures.
• Biggest concerns post-Budget – Inflation (46%) and rising National Insurance Contributions (37%) top the list.
• London leads the way – 62% of businesses in Greater London plan to invest in new technology or equipment, compared to the UK average of 53%.
• Payment risk remains high – 63% of businesses are concerned about late or failed payments, rising to 74% for medium-sized firms.

Why Attend the Webinar?

The webinar will provide businesses with exclusive insights into how to navigate the changing economic landscape and develop strategies for sustainable growth. Expert speakers include:

• Claire Brumby – Dragons’ Den contestant & founder of Scrubbys Foods
• Richard Reynolds – Head of Strategic Accounts, Atradius UK
• Nicola Harris – Senior Underwriter, Atradius UK

James Burgess, Head of Commercial at Atradius UK, commented:

“With the UK’s financial outlook still uncertain, businesses must stay proactive. By focusing on market trends, customer retention, and innovation, companies can adapt to changing conditions. Strategic hiring and risk management tools such as trade credit insurance are key to ensuring stability and sustainable growth.”

Register Now

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the impact of Budget 2025 on UK businesses.

📅 Date: March 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM GMT
🔗 Register here: Sign up for the webinar

For more information, visit Atradius UK.