VCT
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Businesses hungry to invest but cautious ahead of Spring Statement
As the Spring Statement approaches, the UK’s small and medium sized businesses are eager for economic clarity before committing to major investment…
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A market on the move
The post-Budget outlook for tax-efficient investments is stable but cautious. Economic uncertainty and inflationary pressures are mounting, but IHT and BR-qualifying investments…
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Fuel Ventures’ James D’Mello provides expert guidance ahead of Tax Year End
In this exclusive interview with GBI Magazine, Fuel Ventures’ Head of IFA Distribution James D’Mello provides us with some expert advice ahead…
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Octopus Money selects Aveni’s AI solutions to enhance Adviser and Coaching team
Aveni.ai, specialists in AI for Financial Services, has agreed a new partnership with Octopus Money – the money advice brand for everyone. …
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Supercritical secures £14 million investment led by Shell Ventures and Toyota Ventures
Supercritical Solutions Ltd announces the successful completion of a £14 million ($17.4 million) Series A investment round, co-led by Shell Ventures B.V.…
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How is loss relief impacting S/EIS investments?
If EIS shares are sold at a loss (after income tax relief), the loss can offset capital gains or income in the…
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NPIF II – Maven Equity Finance invests £1 million in Tiba Tempeh
NPIF II – Maven Equity Finance, which is managed by Maven as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II has invested…
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Haatch announces successful exit of re-flow, delivering up to 6.55x return for investors
Haatch, the award-winning early-stage investor, announces the successful all-cash exit of Re-flow, a leading field management SaaS company, delivering up to 6.55x…
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The Venture Capital Trust scheme celebrates its 30th birthday
This year, the Venture Capital Trust (VCT) scheme is celebrating its 30th birthday. Over the past three decades, VCTs have played a crucial…
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Guinness VCT expands investor access through partnership with Hargreaves Lansdown
Guinness Ventures has announced that its Venture Capital Trust (Guinness VCT Plc) is now available on Hargreaves Lansdown’s VCT investment service, marking…
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Cash ISAs now under threat – valuable tax break unused
UK savers on average missed out on tax relief on over £13,100 of their savings last year by not using their full…
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Jenson Ventures: Unlocking the power of EIS carry-back relief – A strategic approach to tax-efficient investing
In the complex world of tax-efficient investing, the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) stands out not just for its generous reliefs, but for…
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TYE 2025: George Clelland at Puma Investments explores how VCTs can mitigate income tax on pension withdrawals
George Clelland, Investment Product Manager at Puma Investments, explores how VCTs can be a powerful tax planning tool for retirees, helping to…
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Is the energy transition the next big opportunity for investors?
The global shift from fossil fuels to sustainable energy is one of the most significant economic transformations in recent history. The UK,…
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The Venture Capital Trust scheme celebrates its 30th birthday this year
This year, the Venture Capital Trust (VCT) scheme is celebrating its 30th birthday. Over the past three decades, VCTs have played a crucial…
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Maven announces multi-million investment in Newcastle fintech Kani Payments
Maven Capital Partners has led a multi-million investment into Newcastle based fintech specialist, Kani Payments. The funding will support the development of…
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Tax Year End planning tips for VCTs, according to Kristy Barr at Octopus Investments
At this time of year, it pays to think about broader tax scenarios, and this is where advisers can really add value…
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TYE 2025: Andy Bolden from 7IM is thinking a little outside the box in the run-up to tax year-end
With a change of Westminster government last year and a tax-raising budget in the autumn, many investors and clients are looking more…
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How will VCTs contribute to AI development?
VCTs often invest in AI startups during their formative stages, helping them develop and scale their operations. This support is crucial in…
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How did the Autumn Budget impact the future of EIS/SEIS?
Changes made in the 2024 Autumn Budget have sparked renewed interest in EIS and SEIS, but there is still much work to…
