Black & White Bridging comment on inflation

18 June 2025

Martyn Smith, CEO of Black & White Bridging, said:

“A rise in inflation may unsettle mainstream lending, but it often sharpens the case for short-term finance. In times of volatility, speed, flexibility and certainty carry more weight — and that’s exactly where bridging excels.

“We’re already seeing a significant uptick in demand across refurbishment, chain break, and development exit routes. Inflation pushing out expectations of a base rate cut may cool sentiment in the high street mortgage market, but specialist finance is increasingly where momentum lives.

“The bridging sector has started 2025 with real purpose, and inflation moving in the wrong direction only reinforces our value. At Black & White, we’re focused on being quick where others are cautious — providing funding clarity when mainstream lenders pull back or pause.”