SME Fintech TaskforceResearch notes on finance for smaller businesses

How SME Fintech Taskforce checks its coverage

This policy sets out how evidence is handled in research notes on finance for smaller businesses coverage.

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SME Fintech Taskforce: How SME Fintech Taskforce checks its coverage

Research and lending records

For a lending claim, the source must identify the product, borrower group and period it covers. A lender's general statement cannot establish that every small firm can obtain the same terms.

Comparing financial claims

Finance coverage separates a dated research report from current lending conditions. A report's sample, publisher, methodology and edition matter; general explanations do not determine whether borrowing suits a particular firm.

Dates and corrections

Changes to lending figures carry the reporting period and population used, so a historical estimate is not mistaken for a current offer.

Reports and illustrations

Send a review request to [email protected]. For lending coverage, the review retains the report period and borrower group attached to the cited figure.

Research and lending records
Comparing financial claims