How investors are protecting themselves from increased capital gains tax
With capital gains tax increasing since the Autumn Budget, investors are turning to tax wrappers like SIPPs and ISAs to shield their wealth (Source
Govt commitment to leave pension tax relief alone would be a win
If the chancellor promised not to raid pension tax relief it would help people plan with greater certainty, according to Steve Webb.(Source FT Adviser)
What are the biggest challenges currently facing the sector?
It is fair to say that the financial services landscape has seen easier years to navigate than the past four. (Source FT Adviser)
Maven Cognition launches EIS fund targeting 3x returns
Maven Cognition, a subsidiary of Maven Capital Partners (“Maven”), today announces the launch of the Maven Cognition EIS Fund (“the Fund”). (Source IFA Magazine)
Venture capital trusts celebrate 30 years of funding Great British startups and powering economic growth
The venture capital trust (VCT) industry is approaching a landmark year. 2025 will mark the 30th anniversary of the launch of the VCT scheme
‘Will UK growth drive dictate the health of state pension?’
As Storm Bert leaves a trail of destruction in its wake, are we ready for financial storms ahead?
How ‘most valuable’ IHT exemption could help clients prepare for pensions raid
The introduction of pension freedoms provided a generous opportunity to use pension funds to pass wealth down through the generations tax efficiently. (Source: Money
‘PE sector can take Budget tax changes on the chin’
The recent UK Budget has sparked significant discussion within the mid-market private equity sector after much pre-Budget speculation among PE professionals, the adviser community
