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Retail Business Finance from lenders who know your sector

Funding from £5k to £500k arranged for high-street retailers and independent shops. We match you to lenders that understand your working capital cycle.

Soft search — no credit impact Initial decision often within 24-48 hours 300+ UK lenders

Business funding made simpler

  • £5,000 – £500,000 funding
  • 300+ UK lenders on our panel
  • Initial decisions often within 24-48 hours
  • Soft-search eligibility check

At a glance

Funding range£5,000 – £500,000
Term3 – 60 months
Initial decisionOften within 24-48 hours
Trading required6+ months
Start eligibility check

About Retail Business Finance

Retail Business Finance from Apex Loans connects high-street retailers and independent shops with lenders who actively fund the sector. Generic banks often misprice or decline industry-specific applications — our specialist panel understands your seasonality, margins and supplier dynamics.

Equipment & vehicles
Working capital
Premises improvements
Hiring
Expansion

Why businesses choose Apex Loans

Expert support, access to a wide lender panel and a straightforward application process.

Sector specialists

Lenders with proven high-street retailers and independent shops appetite.

Fast decisions

Indicative offers in 24-48 hours.

Flexible structures

Loans, asset finance and invoice solutions all available.

Dedicated manager

One point of contact who understands your business.

Am I eligible?

Eligibility varies by lender, but businesses with an established trading history and regular turnover may have access to a wide range of funding options.

Our eligibility check takes around 60 seconds and helps us understand which options may be suitable. It uses a soft search only, so there is no impact on your credit score.

  • UK-registered high-street retailers and independent shops business
  • Trading 6+ months
  • Demonstrable turnover
Check My Eligibility

Access a wide panel of UK business lenders

  • 300+ UK lenders, from high-street names to specialist SME funders
  • One application reviewed against multiple funding options
  • FCA-regulated credit broker — we arrange finance, we are not the lender
  • A UK-based funding specialist manages your case end-to-end

Frequently asked questions

Ready to explore retail business finance?

Check eligibility in around 60 seconds with no impact on your credit score.