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
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.
Investment companies show their colours
David Prosser reflects on the features that make investment companies unique.
A change in fortunes for private equity trusts?
David Prosser explores whether the tide might finally be turning for private equity trusts and their investors.
Meet the manager: Jean Roche
Lead Fund Manager of Schroder UK Mid Cap Fund.
Cost of university is more daunting than ever
More than half of current or prospective university students have considered not going to university because of the costs involved.
Investment Trust Update | 8th August 2023
In this update, Rory Palmer discusses RIT Capital Partners' records 'broadly flat' NAV total return in H1 2023; abrdn Smaller Companies Income Trust set to merge with Sh...
Taking the fight to climate change
David Prosser looks at investment companies with a positive environmental impact.
20 investment companies achieve dividend hero status
There are now 20 investment companies that are dividend heroes, having increased their annual dividends for 20 years in a row.
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
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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Getting started
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An introduction to ESG
What is ESG and how does it relate to investment companies?
Saving for your children’s future?
Find out how to invest for your child with investment companies and why they offer good long-term performance.
Glossary
Familiarise yourself with industry terminology.
Research tools
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Invest & engage
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