Overview of Financial Performance#
Albion Technology & General VCT PLC has reported a net asset value (NAV) of 70.71 pence per share for the year ending December 31, 2025. This is a decrease from 73.04 pence per share in 2024. The NAV represents the total value of the company's assets minus its liabilities, giving investors an idea of the company's financial health.
Shareholder Value and Fund Growth#
The venture capital trust saw a total shareholder value increase of 1.27 pence per share, translating to a total gain of 1.74% on the opening net asset value. In comparison, the previous year saw a larger increase of 4.73 pence per share. Additionally, the company's fund size grew significantly to £279.7 million from £251.3 million in 2024.
Dividends and Share Purchases#
During 2025, Albion Technology & General VCT paid dividends of 3.60 pence per share, which is slightly lower than the 3.68 pence per share distributed in 2024. The company also purchased £7.0 million worth of shares during the year, an increase from £3.4 million in 2024. This indicates a commitment to investing in its own shares, which can be a positive signal to investors.
Future Plans and Announcements#
The board has declared a first dividend for 2026 of 1.77 pence per ordinary share, scheduled to be paid on June 12, 2026, to shareholders registered by May 15, 2026. Additionally, the company will change its registrar to The City Partnership (UK) Limited, effective July 2026. The annual general meeting will take place virtually on June 9, 2026. The annual report and financial statements for 2025 have been submitted to the National Storage Mechanism and are available on the company’s website.