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
Taking stock of Japan’s equity market
Nicholas Price, portfolio manager of Fidelity Japan Trust, takes stock of what has been a very challenging period for investors.
Debt worries weigh heavily as A-level results day approaches
34% of students currently at university, say they considered not attending due to the costs involved.
Meet the Manager: Q&A with Alex Wright
In a wide-ranging interview at Morningstar’s UK Investment Conference, Alex Wright, portfolio manager of Fidelity Special Situations & Special Values PLC, reflects on the recent challenges facing investors in domestic equities.
In search of balance
David Prosser delves into the importance of having a balanced portfolio and what this means for investors.
Consumer duty to increase focus on product design
Investment companies well placed to benefit.
42 high-yielding investment companies
Eight of the 42 companies are “dividend heroes”, having raised dividends for 20+ years in a row.
AIC welcomes proposals to "help capital hungry companies"
The Treasury's review proposes measures to ensure UK capital markets remain globally competitive and fit for purpose over the next 15 to 20 years.
AIC supports FRC’s review to simplify and improve reports and accounts
The Position Paper sets out the next steps to reform the UK’s audit and corporate governance framework.
Batten down the hatches!
Investment company managers in loans and bonds sector bolster defences against market storm.
Something different
Faith Glasgow looks for opportunities among investment companies in specialist sectors.
Investing through China’s storm
Fidelity China Special Situations portfolio manager Dale Nicholls shares his perspectives on the recent market volatility in China and discusses what happens next.
Europe could accelerate the shift from mobile to metaverse
Marcel Stötzel, portfolio manager of the Fidelity European Trust, outlines why he thinks that some European tech businesses could be key enablers of the metaverse, with the potential to strengthen brand loyalty and boost industry profits.
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Hipgnosis Song Management releases statement regarding recent issues
BlackRock Throgmorton Trust Plc - Total Voting Rights
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BlackRock Energy and Resources Income Trust Plc - Total Voting Rights
24/04/2024 - 07:20
BlackRock Sustainable American Income Trust Plc - Total Voting Rights
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