"Uncertainty can make it difficult to set prices, manage budgets, and make long-term investment decisions"

Neil Rudge, head of enterprise at Shawbrook:

“Let’s hope this is the beginning of the end for high inflation.

“It’s challenging for business owners to forecast and plan effectively when prices are rising rapidly and the uncertainty can make it difficult to set prices, manage budgets, and make long-term investment decisions, which are critical for sustainable business growth.