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Latest news & insights

Bringing together the latest news, research and insights about investment trusts from the AIC and other organisations. (Got a question? Contact us.)

FCA indicates willingness to make meaningful changes to cost disclosure

AIC comments on FCA’s Consultation Paper CP25/9**

All-time high yields on infrastructure investment trust sectors

Renewable Energy Infrastructure and Infrastructure investment trust sectors are nearing all-time highs.

AIC publishes consultation on statement of recommended practice (SORP)

Deadline for responses is 30 June 2025.

Impact of Trump’s tariffs on investment trust discounts

Private Equity, Growth Capital and Leasing sector discounts widen most. UK, Global Emerging Markets and Europe sector discounts narrow.

2024/2025 VCT fundraising is third highest on record

VCTs raise £895 million to invest in ambitious young UK companies.
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Investment Trust Update | April 2025

The AIC highlights the attractions of high yield trusts, Polar Capital Global Financials prepares a tender offer and Miton UK Microcap prepares for wind up.

What are share buybacks and why do they happen?

Nick Britton, Research Director of the AIC explains share buybacks.

Trusts that offer a port in the storm

Investment trusts that aim to protect your capital could be a good choice now, writes David Prosser.

Director talk: Caroline Hitch

Caroline is chair of CQS New City High Yield Fund.

Fantasy fund manager: fighting against the Trump dump

Our contestants’ portfolios took a battering in March… with one exception.
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Franklin Global Trust

17 April 2025

New name, same high-quality global equity fund.

Caledonia

17 April 2025

Playing the long game.

TR Property

16 April 2025

A guide to the TR Property Investment Trust.

Schroder Japan Trust

14 April 2025

A supportive backdrop and strong stock selection have driven SJG’s outperformance.

NextEnergy Solar

10 April 2025

QuotedData's In The HotSeat - Stephen Rosser from NextEnergy Capital.

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Investing in Asia with investment trusts

16 April 2025

How investment trusts provide exposure to the growth story in Asia.

Top of the Stocks: most bought and sold shares in March

13 April 2025

Five questions about Chinese markets

9 April 2025

We discuss the main issues impacting Chinese equity markets and ask if it looks a buy.

American Graffiti

2 April 2025

We analyse the performance of US-focussed investment companies since the US election.

From gold to gold miners: Extracting higher returns in the current bull run

1 April 2025

Gold has continued its strong run since our January 2025 thematic note, pushing above $3,050/oz. We now argue that investors should shift their focus to gold mining equities to maximise returns.

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Foresight’s move on Harmony could spark fresh interest in battery funds

The UK’s beleaguered listed battery storage sector has found itself thrust back into the spotlight this week after a group of funds, controlled by Foresight Group, launched a surprise bid for Harmony Energy Income Trust (HEIT). The Foresight funds’ bid trumps a previous bid from Drax Group for HEIT at 88p per share. Drax’s offer […]
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Trusts beware: Saba’s war chest could soon get a £500m boost

Activist Saba Capital is due to a bumper payday when it tenders all its shares in two US-listed BlackRock funds, giving it plenty of cash to continue its assault on UK investment trusts.
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‘Knockout’ offer makes Foresight likely victor in battery bidding war

Foresight appears to have secured a victory in the takeover of Harmony Energy after coming back with a stronger bid than rival Drax.
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Analysts run the rule over top defensive trusts

Sparked by volatile markets, Deutsche Numis and Investec analysts take a fresh look at the different strengths and weaknesses of BH Macro, Capital Gearing, Personal Assets and Ruffer Investment Company.
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Analysts run the rule over top defensive trust options

Sparked by volatile markets, Deutsche Numis and Investec analysts take a fresh look at the different strengths and weaknesses of BH Macro, Capital Gearing, Personal Assets and Ruffer Investment Company.
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Portfolio Update

17/04/2025 - 18:17

BlackRock Greater Europe

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Holding(s) in Company

17/04/2025 - 18:03

JPMorgan European Discovery

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Investor Presentation via Investor Meet Company

17/04/2025 - 17:44

Impax Environmental Markets

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Transaction in Own Shares

17/04/2025 - 17:37

Smithson Investment Trust

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Dividend Declaration

17/04/2025 - 17:34

M&G Credit Income

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The future of investing

In an interview with ITN Business, Richard Stone explains how investment companies can power portfolios and energise capital markets.

To watch the programme in full, visit the ITN Business Hub.

Getting started

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Saving for your children’s future?

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Investing for growth

Find out what growth investing is and how it could help you achieve your long-term financial goals.

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An introduction to ESG

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What are investment companies?

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