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84 new businesses were created every hour across Britain in the first half of 2025 despite continued economic uncertainty, according to the annual Business Hotspots list from iwoca — one of Europe’s largest SME lenders. iwoca’s research, derived from an analysis of Companies House data, finds that over 363,000 businesses were registered in Britain between January and June 2025.
As one of Europe’s fastest-growing alternative lenders, we’re always looking for new ways to help small businesses access the money they need to grow. That’s why we’re delighted to introduce our new 5 year business loan.
iwoca co-founder and CEO Christoph Rieche gives his thoughts on what needs to come next to make sure small businesses can access the finance they need.
iwoca CEO and co-founder Christoph Rieche on why we welcome Government support for small and micro businesses at a time when they need us the most.
We’ve raised debt financing to support new CBILS customers. Now, we’re asking the banks to work with us.
iwoca co-founder and CEO Christoph Rieche gives his thoughts on the fast-moving COVID-19 outbreak.