Purchase of Own Shares: The Tax Pitfalls You Must Avoid

Wingateaccountants17 Jul, 2025Business

A Company Purchase of Own Shares (CPOS) can be an appealing and tax-efficient method for a shareholder to exit a business particularly on retirement or succession planning. However, if executed incorrectly, what seems like a straightforward transaction can lead to unintended and costly tax consequences. This article explores a recent case where things didn’t go to plan, and the lessons business owners and directors can learn from it.