Is this a good time to invest if you are in business?
Actual business investment in the UK fell in the last quarter of 2014. This was largely driven by the reduction of investment in North Sea oil and gas exploration as global energy prices continued to fall.
Additionally, smaller businesses may have been waiting to see the outcome of the election.
Should you reconsider investment at this time? Certainly, it’s worth taking advantage of the current 100% write off available to those businesses making qualifying purchases of equipment and commercial vehicles. As mentioned in our other blog posting today, currently HMRC will allow businesses to write of up to £500,000 against their taxable profits. This relief is due to reduce after 31 December 2015.
Certainly, businesses should not let the tax tail wag the dog. Financing capital expenditure also needs to be taken into account. Businesses will be unlikely to spend hard earned liquidity especially if they operate in competitive markets where there is downward pressure on margins.
If you are in need of new plant or equipment planning your investment is critical. We would be delighted to help. Call any time to make an appointment.
