private markets

Amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, Tax-Efficient Investment (TEI) Magazine asked industry experts whether tensions in the Middle East are impacting tax-efficient investing. (Source: IFA Magazine)

The Treasury has rejected the Lords committee’s proposals to introduce a safe harbour from late payment interest and to extend the inheritance tax deadline on pension assets to 12 months. (Source: Professional Adviser)

There was good news and bad news for Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs) in the 2025 Budget. (Source: PA Adviser)

Andrew Aldridge examines how advisers can better support the UK’s new generation of wealth creators while capturing the commercial opportunity. (Source: Professional Adviser)

Global investors are becoming more optimistic about UK equities and earnings, with rising interest in IPOs, according to Berenberg’s first Investor Barometer. (Source: Investment Week)

Investors have just four weeks left to take advantage of the 30% income tax relief available through Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs). (Source: London Loves Business)

Jon Prescott, partner at PXN Investment, says 2025 showed that the UK venture market’s “wait-and-see” approach is now over. (Source: IFA Magazine)

Growing interest in private markets could pose challenges for sustainable investing. (Source: Investment Week)

Equity funds experienced a ninth consecutive month of outflows in February, as investors withdrew £927m. (Source: Investment Week)

The draft Finance Bill 2025–26 sets out significant reforms to the inheritance tax (IHT) treatment of pensions. (Source: Money Marketing)