Insights

The Association of Investment Companies (AIC) was founded in 1932 to represent the interests of the investment trust industry – the oldest form of collective investment. Today, the AIC represents a broad range of investment companies, incorporating investment trusts, VCTs and other closed-end funds.

The information below is a combination of both AIC created and external content covering investment trust news and industry insights applicable to private investors. If you have any questions regarding any of this information, or you simply have a question you would like answered please let us know at enquiries@theaic.co.uk.

Press releases

Social impact investment companies now manage £3.9 billion of assets

Managers discuss care homes, social housing and homeless accommodation.

Value rotation and rising inflation

Is now the time to back financials?

AIC “beyond frustrated” that investment companies have to produce KIDs but UCITS funds are exempt for a further five years

AIC responds to HM Treasury’s announcement.

Dividend hero investment companies deliver inflation-demolishing dividend growth despite “ultimate stress test” of COVID-19

94% of dividend heroes beat inflation.

Commentary

Inflation and financials – concern or opportunity?

History suggests there’s plenty of room for financials to continue outperforming says Polar Capital Global Financials Trust co-manager, Nick Brind.

Should you really sell in May?

David Prosser examines the piece of stock market lore.

Property puzzle

Ian Cowie pores over the prospects for property.

Demystifying divis

Faith Glasgow dives deep into dividends.

Citywire news

Last updated:
09:32 - 16/06/21

FTSE gains despite shock leap in inflation to 2.1%

UK equities shrugged off an inflation rise that breached the Bank of England's 2% target as investors continue to believe rising prices are temporary.

Allianz’s Price: Technology heading into a ‘golden age’

The manager of Allianz Technology trust Walter Price believes the digitisation of workplaces and a labour shortage will fuel a 'golden age' for technology stocks.

Technology heading into a ‘golden age’, says Allianz’ Price

The manager of Allianz Technology trust Walter Price believes the digitisation of workplaces and a labour shortage will fuel a 'golden age' for technology stocks.