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Options and the CGT Matching Rules
The matching rules are way of determining what the cost of your disposal is for CGT purposes. When you sell a property for instance its pretty straightforward to work out what your cost was. With shares and other financial investments it can be much more complex. This article looks at the CGT matching rules for options . . . keep reading
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UK tax on a bear call spread
A bear call spread is a popular trading style where you have a negative, bearish view of the market. This article looks at the income/capital gains tax implications of a bear call spread . . . keep reading
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Tax on a put option
Put options give the holder the right to sell shares, forex or other financial assets to the writer of the option within a given time period. This article looks at the tax treatment of financial put options . . . keep reading
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UK tax on a strangle option strategy
Strangle options are primarily a method of retaining exposure to potentially favourable movements in a share price whilst also limiting the potential risk. It is achieved by buying a combination of puts and calls. This article focuses on the UK tax implications of a strangle option trade. It includes example illustrating how UK tax is calculated . . . keep reading
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Tax on Share Warrants
23/09/2009
Following a request from a member this article considers the tax implications of detachable share warrants. Share warrants are often attached to a new issue of bonds or debentures and in these circumstances assessing the CGT position is of key importance . . . keep reading
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Making the most of your capital losses
05/08/2008
If you dispose of shares for less than their original cost, a capital loss arises. In this article we look at how losses are relieved and in particular how you can get maximum tax relief from your capital losses . . . keep reading
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