Budget 2005

Corporate Capital Gains

• included in profits and chargeable at applicable corporate tax rate
• companies cannot claim taper relief
• indexation allowance is available
• gains by trading companies or groups on disposal of "substantial shareholdings*" in trading companies may qualify for exemption†

* An interest of 10% or more
† Detailed conditions apply

The figures shown here are subject to ammendment as the Finance Bill passes through Parliament.

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