Over 35,000 UK businesses are thriving with the support of UK Finance’s Invoice Finance and Asset-Based Lending members, who collectively advance over £20bn at any given time, contributing to £120bn in annual funding. In 2023 alone, these solutions supported more than £316bn in business turnover. 

However, the industry faces significant challenges — rising borrowing costs due to inflation and interest rates, increased credit risks, and poor payment practices impacting SMEs. Economic pressures from Brexit and COVID-19 have also pushed more SMEs towards alternative finance options like receivables finance, highlighting the need for innovation and resilience in the sector. 

In response, BCR is launching the UK Invoice Finance and ABL Summit (UKIF25) which will take place between 27-28 February 2025 at the Hilton London (Syon Park). 

UK Finance is delighted to be an event partner for UKIF25, where the event aims to bridge the SME funding gap while exploring growth opportunities in the UK invoice finance market. 

Attendees will gain insights into how receivables financiers are harnessing new technologies, navigating government initiatives, overcoming legislative barriers, and adding real value to SMEs. But the key question remains: how can we further accelerate market growth? This initiative will delve into how receivables financiers are leveraging cutting-edge technologies, navigating government initiatives, overcoming legislative hurdles, and ultimately, delivering real value to the UK SME sector in order to attract new clients and increase usage by existing ones. But is it enough to move the market up a gear and if not what else can be done? 

Due to the relevance of this event for UK Finance members, we have secured an exclusive 25% discount. Enter the following code to access your discount: UKFM-25 

This event is essential for bank and independent receivables finance providers, fintechs, and all those engaged in the UK invoice finance space who are eager to grasp the industry’s ever-evolving business model and unlock new avenues for growth. 

UKIF25 also provides unmissable networking and deal-making opportunities as business executives share real-life case studies and solutions. 

Mark your calendars and join BCR and UK Finance to explore the future of the industry, discover new growth opportunities, and network with key players through real-world case studies and solutions.