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
Investment Trust Outlook | Income - May 2023
What is the outlook for European real estate and what areas offer reliable income in the UK market? Experts from Schroders and abrdn join us to discuss:
PLSA launches guide to investment companies for pension trustees
Produced in partnership with the AIC, the guide helps trustees understand the features and benefits of investment companies.
Dispelling the discount doubts
Widening discounts can seem scary, but they’re a normal part of the market cycle, writes David Prosser.
The AI revolution: can we manage the risks and reap the rewards?
"History tells us that advances in technology help improve society and efficiency."
AIC expands AGM calendar to include shareholder presentations
Post-Covid, over 30% of upcoming meetings now offer an option to attend online.
Small can be beautiful once again
David Prosser on why UK smaller companies could benefit from brightening economic weather.
Taking the alternative view
David Prosser goes off the beaten track in search of investment opportunities
Robot revolution
Ian Cowie explains how to invest in AI.
Could it be time to go for growth?
David Prosser asks when the pendulum will swing away from value and back towards growth stocks.
King’s Coronation: In the hot seat
In the run-up to the King’s Coronation, investment company managers discuss taking over the reins from long-serving predecessors.
Investment Trust Edge
Abrdn Diversified Income & Growth is on a 26% discount to NAV is value or a value trap? In a rising rate environment, what’s the point of alternative income? And we tak...
Meet the manager: Georgina Brittain
Portfolio Manager of JPMorgan UK Smaller Companies and JPMorgan MidCap.
Thematic research
Third-party thematic research on investment companies can be found below.
abrdn European Logistics Income’s NAV takes a hit as strategic review continues
JPMorgan Emerging EMEA Securities gets caught in VTB crossfire
GCP Infrastructure sells wind farm loan notes at 6.4% premium
QuotedData’s morning briefing 26 April 2024 – NBDD
Premier Miton Global Renewables Trust Plc - Monthly Factsheet
26/04/2024 - 10:00
Finsbury Growth & Income Trust Plc - Compliance with Market Abuse Regulation
26/04/2024 - 07:50
Investing for growth
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