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The VCTs investors can still buy

The tax deadline is nearing and fundraising is coming to a close. But that doesn't mean there aren't good options out there
January 10, 2024
  • Plenty of compelling VCT offers are still available, although they could sell out as the tax year end approaches
  • We look at the most interesting options, from Aim portfolios to remaining early-bird offers

The fear that venture capital trust (VCT) fundraising offers would abruptly fill up in the autumn has not materialised this year. The Octopus Aim (OOA) and Foresight Enterprise (FTF) offers have closed, with some others, including British Smaller Companies (BSV), close to hitting capacity. But as the table below shows, plenty are still open – but investors may want to move quickly as the tax year end draws closer.

Be this as it may, the Aim market sell-off seen over the past two years means that some vehicles look especially cheap for those who want an allocation.

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