Capital Gains Tax is back in the spotlight, with growing speculation over whether the new Prime Minister could overhaul the system. But what exactly is CGT and what would any changes actually mean for investors?
In this episode, Georgie Frost is joined by Jason Hollands, Managing Director at Evelyn Partners, to unpack how Capital Gains Tax works, why it's taxed differently from income, and what proposed changes could mean for investors, business owners and the wider economy.
They discuss whether higher CGT would make the tax system fairer, why inflation matters more than many people realise, how previous tax changes have altered investor behaviour, and why HMRC's own modelling suggests raising rates doesn't necessarily mean raising more money.
Plus, practical ways investors can think about managing Capital Gains Tax without making hasty decisions based on political speculation.
Please remember: this podcast is for information and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
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