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
UK smaller companies: “the prevailing, extremely negative positioning and sentiment only enhances the opportunity”
The AIC UK Smaller Companies sector has a history of strong performance following economic and market downturns.
Takeover time?
David Prosser explores how mergers and acquisitions of investment companies could prove exciting for investors.
Winners of the Shareholder Communication Awards 2023
The Association of Investment Companies (AIC) has announced the winners of its Shareholder Communication Awards 2023.
Winners of the AIC Media Awards 2023
The Association of Investment Companies (AIC) has announced the winners of the AIC Media Awards 2023.
A one-stop shop for diversification
David Prosser explores how investment companies in the AIC’s Flexible Investment sector can simplify the process of diversifying your portfolio.
interactive investor wins AIC Shareholder Engagement Award for the third year in a row
interactive investor has been recognised for its initiatives to empower investment company shareholders, winning the AIC Shareholder Engagement Award 2023.
AIC to host second investment company showcase with guest speaker Nick Robinson
The Association of Investment Companies (AIC) will hold the next Investment Company Showcase on Friday 20 October 2023.
Gearing up for growth
David Prosser explores how investment companies’ borrowing can boost returns for investors.
How Space Will Change Your World | Seraphim Space Investment Trust
Find out how space technology has the potential to transform and improve life on Earth.
A quick swap for extra value?
David Prosser explains the benefits of switching from open-ended funds to their investment company counterparts.
In praise of share buybacks
David Prosser explores how boards are turning to share buybacks to address wide discounts.
Venture Capital: Downside Protection and Portfolio Resilience
Molten Ventures, Augmentum Fintech and Seraphim Space debunk common myths about VC investments and discover how they differ from listed equities.
Thematic research
Third-party thematic research on investment companies can be found below.
Balanced Commercial Property Trust launches strategic review
Marble Point Loan Financing reports its best year in more than a decade
BlackRock Throgmorton Trust Plc - Transaction in Own Shares
15/04/2024 - 18:10
BlackRock Smaller Companies Trust Plc - Transaction in Own Shares
15/04/2024 - 18:10
Investing for growth
Find out what growth investing is and how it could help you achieve your long-term financial goals.
Recorded 1 November 2022.
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