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Lesson 248 A4c

Non-trade income

You'll learn how to classify interest income and expense as either trade or non-trade for tax purposes—a crucial distinction that affects how you calculate taxable profit. This video shows you the key test: ask whether the interest relates to running your business or represents an investment.

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  1. 0:00 Introduction to non-trade income
  2. 0:20 Distinguishing trade and non-trade interest
  3. 0:37 Netting non-trade interest receivable and payable
  4. 1:08 Key rule: negative non-trade interest figures
  5. 1:31 Practical examples of trade vs non-trade

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You'll work through practical examples covering loans for trading assets, deposits, subsidiaries, and working capital, so you can confidently adjust your figures correctly in exam scenarios.

Duration: 2m

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