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Don't let investors get burned again

Research shows devastating financial and emotional impact of Woodford collapse.

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VCTs’ vital role supporting small businesses through the pandemic

In H1 2020 VCTs invested £695 million in small UK businesses.

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New fundraising record for investment companies already reached in 2021

Fundraising by existing companies this year tops the previous 2019 record for secondary fundraising.

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Pension fund exposure to alternative assets must be built on firm foundations

Allocating funds to productive finance will require a balancing of the risks involved against expected returns says Richard Stone.

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Winners of the AIC Media Awards 2021

The awards recognise the journalists who have best educated private investors and financial advisers about investment companies.

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Direct Lending sector offers attractive yields from affordable housing and regional development

Investment company managers discuss sustainable lending and ESG.

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interactive investor wins AIC Shareholder Engagement Award

The award recognises the work of investment platforms to encourage shareholder engagement with investment companies.

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How will Canadian investments be affected by the federal election?

Investment company managers comment on their Canadian holdings.

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Parents and students underestimate student debt as A-Level results day approaches

The official figure is £45,000.

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Investment company purchases on adviser platforms reach record high in first quarter of 2021

Over 1,800 firms are using investment companies.

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