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Four critically important KPIs

Gross profit margin This measures the profitability of your core operations by comparing gross profit (sales minus cost of goods sold) to total revenue. A stable or improving gross margin indicates pricing, production, or service delivery is

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Tax Diary July/August 2025

1 July 2025 - Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 30 September 2024. 6 July 2025 - Complete and submit forms P11D return of benefits and expenses and P11D(b) return of Class 1A NICs. 19 July 2025 - Pay Class 1A NICs (by the 22 July

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Can you reduce your 31 July tax payment on account

Expecting lower profits 2024-25 compared to 2023-24? You can ask HMRC to reduce your 31 July 25 tax payment on account. Act early to manage cash flow. Use your online account or we can handle it for you. Self-assessment taxpayers normally pay their

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VAT exempt supplies

Not all VAT-free sales are the same. Understanding the key difference between zero-rated and VAT-exempt supplies could save your business money and prevent costly VAT mistakes. It's important to understand the distinction between zero-rated and

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Claiming tax relief on pension contributions

Private pension contributions can attract up to 45% tax relief, if you know how to claim it. Use your £60,000 annual allowance wisely and carry forward unused relief from past years to boost your retirement savings. You can usually claim tax relief

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VAT – advantages of the VAT Flat Rate Scheme

Small business? The VAT Flat Rate Scheme could cut paperwork and improve cash flow. Pay VAT as a set percentage of turnover and enjoy simpler admin, budgeting ease, and even a 1% discount in year one of your registration for VAT. The VAT Flat Rate

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