Banks found “wanting” over lending to challenged SMEs

The pillar banks lack the lending skills necessary for more challenged SMEs looking for credit, according to the head of the Credit Review Office, John Trethowan.
“Most of existing bank lending is to low- and medium-risk SMEs.

Bibby: Irish SMEs are missing out on export boost

New research launched today by Bibby Financial Services Ireland (BFS) reveals that more Irish business owners would consider trading overseas if there was better access to finance and additional information available.