Are You Trading or Investing? Top 10 HMRC Badges Reveal the Truth

Leo99916 Nov, 2025Finance

Knowing whether you’re trading or investing matters more than you might think, as it directly affects how HMRC taxes your profits. To make that call, HMRC uses ten key tests known as the badges of trade. These HMRC badges of trade (UK) help identify your true motive: are you aiming for quick resale profits or long-term growth? Each badge, such as the profit-seeking motive, frequency of transactions, nature of the asset, and length of ownership, builds a picture of your activity.

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