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British Smaller Companies Vct Plc(LSE) BSV

Market Cap£270.73MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1996)+711%
5 Year-5%
1 Year-3%
1 Month+1%
£0.71
+0.00%
+0.00Today
British Smaller Companies Vct Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 72.502026-08-28
British Smaller Companies Vct Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+0%GBX 72.502026-08-21
1 month+1.4%GBX 71.502026-07-29
3 month-2.68%GBX 74.502026-05-29
Year to date-2.68%GBX 74.502025-12-31
1 year-3.33%GBX 75.002025-08-28
3 year-7.05%GBX 78.002023-08-29
5 year-4.61%GBX 76.002021-08-27
Since inception+710.65%GBX 0.091996-04-04

British Smaller Companies Vct Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£270.73MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

£11.70M

Net Income (TTM)

£11.19M

EPS (TTM)

£0.00

P/E Ratio

278.85

Dividend

£0.00

Beta (Volatility)

0.00 (Low)

Price

£0.71

Volume

16,701

Open

£0.73

Previous Close

£0.71

Daily Range

£0.71 - £0.71

52-Week Range

£0.48 - £0.79

Estimated Earnings Date

Nov 27, 2025

BSV News

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About British Smaller Companies Vct Plc

British Smaller Companies VCT plc operates as a venture capital trust, focusing on funding companies throughout their development stages. The company invests in a diverse range of sectors, including healthcare, technology, and consumer brands, primarily within the United Kingdom.

Products and Services
  • Provides funding for early to mid-stage growth companies
  • Invests in both private and publicly listed entities
  • Offers capital for acquisitions and business enhancements
Growth Outlook
  • Focus on sectors with high growth potential, such as technology and healthcare
  • Continuous investment strategy supports long-term portfolio development
  • Strong demand for venture capital in the UK market enhances opportunities
Financial Highlights
  • Recent revenue of £2.2 million in Q4 2025, showing resilience
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) dividend yield of 5.52% indicates attractive returns
  • Cash and short-term investments totaled £25.84 million as of Q4 2025
British Smaller Companies VCT plc is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for venture capital in the UK. The company's diverse investment strategy allows it to support a wide range of businesses, from startups to established firms. Recent financial performance reflects a commitment to maintaining a robust portfolio, with significant cash reserves to facilitate future investments. The focus on high-growth sectors further enhances the potential for long-term value creation, making it an intriguing option for investors interested in venture capital opportunities.
AI Generated • Aug 19, 2026

Industry

Capital Markets

Sector

Financials

Employees

0

Website

yfmep.com

Headquarters

Leeds, WY LS1 5QS, GB

BSV Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

100.00%

Operating Margin

84.75%

Net Income Margin

84.75%

Return on Equity

1.91%

Return on Capital

0.53%

Return on Assets

2.47%

Earnings Yield

0.36%

Dividend Yield

0.00%

Payout Ratio

2.87%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£270.73MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

373.42M

Volume

16.70K

Avg. Volume

39.44K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£9.71M

Operating Income

£11.19M

EBITDA

£11.19M

Operating Cash Flow

-£352.00K

Capital Expenditure

£0.00

Free Cash Flow

-£352.00K

Cash & ST Invst.

£25.84M

Total Debt

£0.00

British Smaller Companies Vct Plc Performance Analysis

British Smaller Companies Vct Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-03-31GBP 7,207,00016.3%
20242024-03-31GBP 8,520,00018.2%
20252025-03-31GBP 6,428,000-24.6%
20262026-03-31GBP 6,532,0001.6%
British Smaller Companies Vct Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-09-30-76.6%
Q42025-03-3162.1%
Q22025-09-30-24.7%
Q42025-12-31-27.0%
British Smaller Companies Vct Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-03-31GBP 0.07-64.1%
20242024-03-31GBP 0.04-33.6%
20252025-03-31GBP 0.02-49.1%
20262026-03-31GBP 0.00-88.2%
British Smaller Companies Vct Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-09-30-97.3%
Q42025-03-312266.7%
Q22025-09-30-28.6%
Q42025-12-31-118.4%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q4 2025YOY CHG

Revenue

£2.20M

-79.1%

Gross Profit

£4.31M

-39.6%

Gross Margin

1.96%

N/A

Market Cap

£270.73MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

N/A

N/A

Employees

0

N/A

Net Income

-£1.00M

-111.8%

EBITDA

-£1.00M

-105.9%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2025YOY CHG

Total Cash

£25.84M

-71.2%

Total Debt

£0.00

N/A

Accounts Receivable

£0.00

-100.0%

Inventory

£0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

£0.00

N/A

Short Term Debt

£0.00

N/A

Return on Assets

2.47%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

2.47%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-£1.14M

-644.8%

Operating Cash Flow

-£1.14M

-644.8%

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Questions About BSV

What is the current price of British Smaller Companies Vct Plc?

British Smaller Companies Vct Plc is trading at £0.71 per share.

What is the 52-week range for British Smaller Companies Vct Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, British Smaller Companies Vct Plc has traded between £0.48 and £0.79.

How much debt does British Smaller Companies Vct Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, British Smaller Companies Vct Plc reported total debt of £0.00.

How much cash does British Smaller Companies Vct Plc have on hand?

British Smaller Companies Vct Plc reported £122.32M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is British Smaller Companies Vct Plc’s dividend yield?

British Smaller Companies Vct Plc does not currently have a dividend yield.

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