Business · Companies · 5 hrs ago
UK ranks 24th among countries to start a business
The UK has fallen to 24th in a global ranking of countries considered best for starting a business.
The ranking compares countries as places to set up a business.
Britain is now outside the top 20 in that list.
The fall comes amid concerns about the upcoming Budget.
The Budget could make the UK less attractive for people starting businesses.
No specific Budget measures or further changes to the ranking are given.
Britain ranks 24th in a global ranking of the best countries to start a business.
The article says Britain has fallen to 24th place.
It reports fears that the Budget could make conditions worse.
The article headline says it reveals the full top 50, but the supplied text does not include the list.
- Who
- Britain, also referred to as the UK.
- What
- It ranks 24th in a global ranking of the best countries to start a business.
- When
- The article was published on 15 October 2026; the ranking date is not stated.
- Where
- In a global ranking of countries.
- Why
- The reason for Britain's ranking is not stated. The article reports fears that the Budget could make things worse.
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- Ranking
- 24th
- Country
- Britain (UK)
- Ranking scope
- Countries worldwide
- Budget concern
- The article says the Budget could make things worse