Octopus AIM VCT PLC Annual Report for the year ended 28 February 2025 and Notice of Meeting Further to the announcement of annual results for the year ended 28 February 2025, Octopus AIM VCT plc (the ‘Company’) announces that the Annual Report has been posted or otherwise made available to shareholders. A copy of the Annual Report is also available to view on the Company’s website at http://www.octopusinvestments.com The Annual Report includes the Notice of Meeting for the Annual General Meeting of the Comp ...

Core Viewpoint - ProVen Growth and Income VCT plc reported its annual financial results for the year ended 28 February 2025, highlighting a decrease in net asset value per share and a consistent dividend yield [1][2]. Financial Performance - The net asset value (NAV) per ordinary share decreased to 50.2p as of 28 February 2025, down from 54.7p the previous year, reflecting a year-on-year change of (3.2)% [2]. - Total return, which includes net asset value plus dividends paid since the launch of the 'C' Share class, was 131.35p, slightly down from 133.1p [2]. - Dividends paid for the year remained stable at 2.75p per share, resulting in a dividend yield of 5.2% based on the opening NAV per share at 1 March 2024 [2][4]. Dividend Proposal - The Board proposed a final dividend of 1.5p per share for the year ended 28 February 2025, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming AGM [3]. - The total tax-free dividends for the year amount to 2.75p per share, providing a cash return to shareholders [4]. Annual General Meeting (AGM) - The next AGM is scheduled for 15 July 2025 at the offices of Beringea LLP, with options for shareholders to attend in person or via video conference [5][6]. - Shareholders are encouraged to submit their votes electronically and can submit questions in advance of the AGM [7][8]. Shareholder Engagement - The Annual Shareholder Event is set for 15 July 2025, providing an opportunity for shareholders to engage with the Investment Manager and the Board [10][11]. - The event will be held online to ensure broader access for the shareholder base of over 12,000 [11].

Core Points - ProVen VCT plc announced its final results for the year ended 28 February 2025, with the results approved by the Board on 5 June 2025 [1] Fund Overview - The net asset value (NAV) per Ordinary Share decreased from 65.2p in 2024 to 62.9p in 2025, reflecting a year-on-year change of -3.5% [2] - Total dividends paid since launch increased from 84.25p in 2024 to 87.5p in 2025 [2] - The total return, which includes net asset value plus dividends paid since launch, rose slightly from 149.45p in 2024 to 150.4p in 2025 [2] - The year-on-year change in NAV per Ordinary Share, adjusted for dividends paid, was a decrease of 1.5% [2] - The dividend yield remained stable at 5.1% for both years [2] Dividends - The Board proposed a final dividend of 1.75p per share for the year ended 28 February 2025, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming AGM [3] - Total tax-free dividends for the year amounted to 3.25p per share, representing a cash return of 5.1% based on the opening NAV per share at 1 March 2024 [4] Annual General Meeting (AGM) - The next AGM is scheduled for 15 July 2025 at the offices of Beringea LLP in London [5] - Shareholders can attend the AGM in person or via video conference, with remote attendees unable to vote or ask questions [6][7] - Shareholders are encouraged to submit questions in advance via email [8] Shareholder Event - The Annual Shareholder Event will be held online on the morning of the AGM, providing an opportunity for shareholders to engage with the Investment Manager and Board [9][10] - The event aims to ensure equal access for all shareholders, with registration available online [11]