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As June gets underway, the latest indicators point to a more selective trading backdrop for UK SMEs. UK private sector activity has slipped back into contraction, while service sector output has weakened and margin pressure remains visible through energy, fuel, transport and wage costs.
For SME M&A, this creates a sharper divide between resilient businesses and those still absorbing cost pressure. With the Bank of England’s next rate decision due on 18 June, buyers are likely to remain disciplined on funding assumptions, cash conversion and maintainable earnings. Recent Bank of England survey data still points to expected wage and price growth over the year ahead, meaning margin pressure remains an active issue rather than a settled one.
As the summer period approaches, maintaining deal momentum and building a strong pipeline remain front of mind. So please do get in touch if you can match up with any of the listed opportunities.
Kirsty McGregor, Chairman
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