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Blog by Ian Sayers: Learning the right lessons from Woodford

Ian Sayers, Chief Executive of the AIC, argues that ‘reliable redemption’ is the only way to address the fundamental problems of holding illiquid assets in open-ended funds and to prevent systemic risks.

Which investment company invests in 37 countries?

AIC publishes top 20 investment companies by country exposure.

“Part of being an independent adviser”

Financial Advisers bust myths about using investment companies for clients.

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High-end halls help DIGS avoid student property bubble

GCP Student Living says it can avoid the burgeoning bubble in student property by investing in high-end, design-led halls for a new generation of overseas student.

Patient Capital plunges to 50% discount after Woodford quits

(Update) Woodford Patient Capital Trust shares sink to new lows as investors throw in the towel after fund manager Neil Woodford hands in his notice and says he is going out of business.

Carney renews criticism of funds structure in Woodford fallout

Bank of England governor Mark Carney renews criticism of 'structural problem' of open-ended funds holding illiquid assets.