Top tips for a sure Aim in the company nursery
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The UK Alternative Investment Market (Aim) was set up in Jun 1995 and allows smaller companies to raise capital at lower cost. There are fewer rules for companies to adhere to than in the main market, and risks are higher for investors. Some Aim companies are especially risky in that they do not provide enough information, while others have better reputations and good track records. Investors should take a number of factors into account when deciding whether to buy Aim shares. These include obtaining information on the company directors and obtaining copies of prospectuses and admission documents.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1997
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Unlisted ways to avoid paying tax
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Investors can gain tax advantages from investing in unlisted UK companies, but they should be aware of the risks involved. Investors can defer payment of capital gains tax. Companies have to confrom to certain characteristics in order for investors to gain from tax advantages. They should not have over 20% of turnover from accountancy or law, for example. The characteristics of the company may change prior to a three year deadline, with investors losing their tax advantages and having to pay tax owed.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1996
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Take Aim, but watch out for quicksand
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The United Kingdom Alternative Investment Market (Aim) is used by smaller firms to raise funds for growth, and has performed well in 1st half 1999. This good performance over the short term follows a poorer performance over the longer term since Aim started in 1995. There are 321 companies that make up Aim, and the total market capitalization is 6 billion pounds sterling. Aim can offer potential for growth, but critics complain of poor returns from many Aim companies.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1999
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