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Octopus Titan VCT has what Malcolm Ferguson, partner at Octopus Ventures, calls a “lofty mission”: to back pioneering entrepreneurs who want to change the world. It also aims to give retail investors a way to access the venture capital asset class. We sat down with Malcolm to learn more about the companies the UK’s largest Venture Capital Trust invests in, how Octopus Ventures goes about it selecting and actually supporting these small companies as they grow, and what impact the Covid-19 pandemic has had on the portfolio.
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Interview highlights:
0:00 Introduction to Octopus Ventures and Malcolm Ferguson
1:07 About Octopus Titan VCT and the companies it invests in
2:45 How does Octopus Ventures find and choose companies to invest in?
4:38 Investing in TaxScouts
5:32 Investing in Skin + Me
6:21 Investing in Cazoo – the fastest ever UK company to £2 billion valuation
7:00 Investing in Bought By Many
7:25 How has Covid-19 affected the VCT and its portfolio companies?
8:58 How does Octopus Ventures work with companies in practice?
9:50 Exiting from Calastone – one of the earliest Titan VCT companies
11:08 How many investments fail? How does this affect performance?
12:37 Does Titan VCT now need billion-pound exits because of its size?
13:37 Ultimately, why should investors consider Octopus Titan VCT?
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The opinions expressed in this video are the interviewee’s own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Wealth Club Limited. This interview, like our service, is not advice and the products featured are not suitable for everyone. VCTs are higher risk and less liquid than mainstream investments. You could get back less than you invest. Tax rules can change and tax benefits depend on your circumstances. If you’re unsure an investment is right for you, please seek professional advice.
