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
Chinese New Year
Investment company managers on the outlook for China in the Year of the Rabbit
Outlook is bright for Japan
Nicholas Price, portfolio manager of Fidelity Japan Trust PLC, discusses why he believes the outlook is bright for Japan in the year ahead.
How a 'forgotten' Japan could play a large role in investment returns
Alex Illingworth, Co-manager of Mid Wynd International Investment Trust, gives several key reasons why Japan is in a better position than other countries to deliver strong returns for the fund.
A focus on resilience in Europe
Sam Morse, portfolio manager of the Fidelity European Trust, assesses the outlook for regional equities.
Looking forward to the share price pendulum swinging
Laura Foll, Co-manager of Henderson Opportunities Trust, discusses the opportunities in UK equities if 2023 sees a bounce in share prices.
The top 20 most viewed investment companies
City of London takes first place as income strategies pique investors’ interest.
Investment company 2022 review
(Updated) Existing companies raise £5.3 billion in a difficult year.
Managers, mergers and money matters
Faith Glasgow explains the main investment company corporate activity in 2022.
Investment company 2022 review
Existing companies raise £5.2 billion in a difficult year.
Investment company managers see China recovery potential in 2023
Chinese companies have “strong fundamentals” and earnings growth.
What themes in Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust's portfolio are you most excited about?
Gary Robinson, Manager of Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust, discusses the themes in his investment company's portfolio he is most excited about.
‘Brexit dividend’ needs to focus on investors
AIC welcomes the broad sweep of proposals to invigorate markets
Thematic research
Third-party thematic research on investment companies can be found below.
Cost disclosures – House of Lords writes to FCA
Managed run off continues for Aquila Energy Efficiency Trust
BlackRock Throgmorton Trust Plc - Transaction in Own Shares
01/05/2024 - 18:40
BlackRock Smaller Companies Trust Plc - Total Voting Rights
01/05/2024 - 18:10
Fidelity Special Values Plc - Total Voting Rights
01/05/2024 - 18:10
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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