The capital gains tax spike no one fully predicted

Original Article Summary

A record year for CGT

PropMatch Curated Analysis

CGT receipts hit record £22.2bn in 2025-26, driven by pre-emptive property disposals ahead of expected rate rises. Further CGT increases remain likely, requiring strategic timing considerations for property exits.

Investor Relevance

Critical for exit timing decisions and portfolio strategy - shows how CGT policy changes drive major behavioral shifts in asset disposal timing, with potential further rises threatening future investment returns and requiring proactive tax planning.

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Property Industry Eye
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