What are AIM Funds?
What are AIM Funds?
The Alternative Investment Market (AIM) is a sub-market of the London Stock Exchange (LSE) that is designed to help smaller companies access capital from the public market.
Where should I invest in AIM?
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- Boohoo Group PLC – Best AIM Share to Buy in 2021.
- AB Dynamics PLC – Best AIM Growth Stock.
- GlobalData PLC – Best AIM Tech Shares to Buy Now.
- Breedon Group PLC – Best Mid-cap AIM Shares to Buy in 2021.
- Burford Capital Limited – Best AIM Shares to Capture the Economic Recovery.
Is Aim part of the FTSE?
The FTSE AIM UK 100 Index was introduced on 16 May 2005, and is a market-capitalisation-weighted stock market index. The index is maintained by FTSE Russell, a subsidiary of the London Stock Exchange Group.
Are all AIM shares exempt from IHT?
Most AIM stocks are exempt from inheritance tax (IHT) if they’ve been held for more than two years, and depending on individual circumstances it may be possible for AIM shareholders to qualify for the income tax and CGT reliefs when held via an Enterprise Investment Scheme, or through CGT Entrepreneurs Relief.
Is Aim a UK regulated market?
On 18 May 2004 the London Stock Exchange announced that from 12 October 2004 AIM will operate as an exchange-regulated market, relinquishing its EU “Regulated Market” status.
Are aim shares high risk?
AIM shares can be more volatile than traditional investments and are often viewed as riskier than more established companies on the Main Market. That could be because of their size, nature of their business, difficulty trading shares, short track record, need for cash to fund growth, or lack of profits.
How do I buy stock on AIM?
How to Buy AIM Shares
- Find a broker to buy AIM shares through.
- Once you’ve found a broker, deposit funds into your account.
- Find the company you want to buy shares in.
- Fill in the details of how many shares you want to purchase.
- Finally, click the submit button to confirm your purchase.
What is the difference between main market and AIM?
For further information see London Stock Exchange: Main Market….Admission criteria differences – AIM and the Main Market.
| AIM | Main Market |
|---|---|
| No prescribed level of shares to be in public hands | Minimum 25 per cent shares in public hands |
| No trading record requirement | Normally three year trading record required |
Why is AIM not a regulated market?
AIM is not a regulated market, but instead is defined as a Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF). An investment company must comply with the rules of the market on which its shares are traded.
