SMEs optimistic after strong quarterly growth

Posted on 4 Aug 2014 by Callum Bentley

Small and medium-sized manufacturers have recorded the fastest pace of recruitment in the sector since records began in 1988.

The milestone is only one of the many positive factors currently contributing to the strong quarter posted by manufacturing SMEs in the UK. According to CBI’s SME Trends Survey, the sector has experienced another strong quarter of orders and output growth in the three months to July. Domestic orders and output both rose strongly, for…

This content is for subscribers only. Subscribe now for free to read the full article.