Business creation17 February 2026

Business plan: how can you make it truly credible?

Assumptions, forecasts, cash and working capital: how to build a business plan that stands up to scrutiny in 2026.

Samuel HAYOT
1 min read

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Business plan: how can you make it truly credible?

Updated March 2026 - A business plan is credible when assumptions, cash logic and funding needs all align.

See also funding plan, cash management and 2026 business creation support.

Key elements

  • business model;
  • assumptions;
  • forecasts;
  • prudent scenario.

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Conclusion

The strongest plans are not the most optimistic. They are the most coherent.

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Article written by Samuel HAYOT

Chartered Accountant, registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants.

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