Asset Advantage comments on UK Finance Business Finance Review data

11 September 2025

Gary Thompson, sales director at Asset Advantage, said:

“Given the critical role of SMEs in the UK economy, it is hugely positive to see lending increase. Such is the current climate, we need lenders to keep coming to the table and provide suitable support. What is encouraging is that alongside the established big retail banks and lenders, we also have more specialist funders and providers who are actively filling gaps in appetite and risk not met by the rigid processes of the larger banks.

“As pressures on this segment of the market look set to increase, this must continue. It’s imperative that lenders approach deals with an open mind. While we know that some businesses may be looking to fund more short-term needs instead of strategic investments, we have been encouraged to see businesses who are looking to expand, invest and scale. It’s all about giving SMEs the confidence to push ahead and providing commercial brokers with the right tools to facilitate these deals.”