Compass: The AIC’s monthly newsletter
This month in Compass, it’s all about elections. Ian Cowie crosses the pond, biotech managers talk US politics and we examine how UK trusts fared under different governments.
Latest articles, press releases and videos
Investing in a recession
David Prosser on how the Flexible Investment sector can provide opportunities for investors during uncertain times.
ISA millionaires
The 32 investment trusts that would have made you £1,000,000.
Meet the manager: Chris Tanner
Co-Lead Investment Manager of JLEN Environmental Assets.
Keep those costs down
David Prosser explores how picking investment trusts for your ISA can lower the costs of investing.
VCTs: deployment slows in challenging environment but holds up better than wider venture capital industry
See manager views on deal pipeline and significant investments in 2023.
Investment companies for India
David Prosser on why it could be time for trusts investing in India to shine.
Sailing into space
Ian Cowie explores the investment trusts with exposure to space tech.
VCTs: would Labour winning the next election make any difference to VCTs?
Andrew Bloxam, Ian McLennan and Nic Pillow on whether a Labour win in the next election would make a difference to VCTs.
VCTs: What economic and social benefits do VCTs provide?
Annabel Brodie-Smith asks managers what social and economic benefits VCTs provide.
VCTs: Which types of companies are you investing in now and why?
Fund managers from Foresight Group, Triple Point and Blackfinch on which companies they are investing in now and why.
VCTs: How is the trading environment for your portfolio companies?
A panel of VCT managers discuss the trading environment for their portfolio companies.
VCTs: how has VCT fundraising been in this challenging economic environment?
Annabel Brodie-Smith discusses VCT fundraising with Andrew Bloxam, Ian McLennan and Nic Pillow.
Thematic research
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Hipgnosis Song Management releases statement regarding recent issues
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23/04/2024 - 17:50
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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Getting started
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An introduction to ESG
What is ESG and how does it relate to investment companies?
Saving for your children’s future?
Find out how to invest for your child with investment companies and why they offer good long-term performance.
Glossary
Familiarise yourself with industry terminology.
Research tools
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Invest & engage
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