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Baronsmead Venture ( (GB:BVT) ) has issued an update.
Baronsmead Venture Trust plc has reported strong investor demand for its current share offer, launched alongside Baronsmead Second Venture Trust to raise up to £30 million with scope for an additional £20 million through over-allotment. The trust’s offer, initially targeting £15 million, has already attracted valid applications exceeding £12 million, underscoring continued appetite for venture capital trust investments.
In response to this demand, the board has confirmed its intention to utilise the full £10 million over-allotment facility attached to its portion of the offer. The company has already completed a first allotment of shares in November 2025, with the next allotment set for 19 February 2026, and may extend the subscription period to April if the offer is not fully subscribed, signalling active capital raising to support its investment pipeline and portfolio expansion.
More about Baronsmead Venture
Baronsmead Venture Trust plc is a UK-listed venture capital trust that invests in a diversified portfolio of smaller and growing British companies. The trust provides retail and institutional investors with tax-advantaged exposure to venture capital and private equity-style opportunities, typically focusing on long-term capital growth through backing innovative, high-potential businesses.
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