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
Wealth managers are shopping for bargains amid wide discounts, research shows
Discretionary fund managers have increased their usage of investment trusts since 2020 and those who use trusts are looking to add to their exposure, according to Research in Finance.
The return of VCTs
David Prosser explores the benefits of VCTs that make them so popular with investors.
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.
Thematic research
Third-party thematic research on investment companies can be found below.
QD view – Vietnam, big on ambition
QuotedData’s weekly news show 26th April 2024
BlackRock Throgmorton Trust Plc - Transaction in Own Shares
26/04/2024 - 17:40
Worldwide Healthcare Trust Plc - Transaction in Own Shares
26/04/2024 - 17:40
BlackRock Sustainable American Income Trust Plc - Transaction in Own Shares
26/04/2024 - 17:30
Finsbury Growth & Income Trust Plc - Transaction in Own Shares
26/04/2024 - 17:20
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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