Due to the current political uncertainty and a slowdown in global growth, it may not feel like the most appropriate time to think about your future financial well-being. Arguably however, this is probably the most appropriate time to get your finances in order. Speaking to a financial adviser is a key first step towards taking…
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Thorntons Investments celebrated success at the 2019 Growth Investors Awards last night when named as the runner up for Best AIM Portfolio Service. The award recognises tax-efficient investment managers who champion AIM with advisers and investors and can demonstrate both outstanding performance and a real commitment to the market. Matt Strachan, Chief Investment Officer, commented: “We are very…
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We are delighted to be named as a finalist at the Investment Week 2019/20 Tax Efficiency Awards. For the second year running, our AIM IHT Portfolio Service has been shortlisted for Best AIM IHT Portfolio Service – DFM provider. These awards are designed to recognise the most successful and forward-thinking providers in the area of…
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Our Head of Business Development David Holmes looks at the use of AIM investment as an Inheritance Tax solution for business owners selling their business. This article was first published in Insider magazine in July 2019. Owners who sell their businesses risk giving a slice of the proceeds to the taxman after their death. How can…
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Thorntons Investments shortlisted twice at the 2019 Growth Investor Awards Thorntons Investments is delighted to have been named as a double finalist at this year’s Growth Investor Awards. We have been shortlisted in two categories: Best AIM Portfolio Service and Best BR Investment Manager – Listed. Guy Tolhurst, Managing Director of event organiser Intelligent Partnership…
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Independent research company MJ Hudson Allenbridge have published their inaugural AIM IHT Spotlight Report. This looks back at the performance of the market over the course of 2018 (and beyond) as well as unveiling AIM IHT Investment Managers’ outlook for AIM in 2019, including from our own Chief Investment Officer Matt Strachan. MJ Hudson Allenbridge…
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AIM company research is a key part of our service, particularly given the stringent rules around business relief qualification. Our AIM Portfolio Managers meet or speak with senior company management at least once a year to learn what plans the company have for growth and development and crucially, whether any future action may invalidate business…
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Thorntons Investments is delighted to announce the appointment of Nick Sheppard as Senior Business Development Manager. Nick is a valuable addition to our Business Development Team, bringing a wealth of experience in financial and investment services from his time at Standard Life, Brewin Dolphin and most recently Close Brothers Asset Management. He will make a…
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The sharp fall in stock markets around the world last month has led to it being dubbed ‘Red October’. To paraphrase Mark Twain, ‘October is a particularly dangerous month to speculate in stocks’ (he then also goes on to name the other 11 months!). Some stock markets, particularly in emerging countries, had already been falling…
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Thorntons Investments named ‘One To Watch’ at the Growth Investors 2018 Awards. Thorntons Investments celebrated success at the Growth Investors 2018 Awards at the Royal Lancaster in London. We were commended by the judges as ‘One To Watch’ in the category Best BR Investment Manager – AIM. The Best BR Investment Manager award recognises providers…
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