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
Social impact investment companies now manage £3.9 billion of assets
Managers discuss care homes, social housing and homeless accommodation.
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.
Value rotation and rising inflation
Is now the time to back financials?
Property puzzle
Ian Cowie pores over the prospects for property.
Demystifying divis
Faith Glasgow dives deep into dividends.
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.
Are we just kidding ourselves?
AIC Chief Executive, Ian Sayers, comments on Aviva UK Property Fund.
Investment company managers welcome UK Infrastructure Bank
Managers’ views on infrastructure opportunities and the proposed long-term asset fund.
In search of income protection
David Prosser examines the merits of investment companies for income seekers.
On their toes
Kyle Caldwell explains the importance of investment company continuation votes.
Thematic research
Third-party thematic research on investment companies can be found below.
Positive outlook for Chrysalis after solid start to the year
Weiss Korea Opportunity Fund - Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023
02/05/2024 - 18:30
BlackRock Greater Europe Investment Trust Plc - Half-year Report
02/05/2024 - 18:20
BlackRock Throgmorton Trust Plc - Transaction in Own Shares
02/05/2024 - 18:00
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