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
Time to get in the savings habit
David Prosser discusses how it’s never too late to get your finances in order.
Choosing an investment company? Ask a reindeer
Nick Britton, Head of Training, AIC finds out what happens when you ask 1,000 reindeer to pick ten investment companies.
Why are the environmental and resource efficiency markets so compelling for investors?
Jon Forster and Bruce Jenkyn-Jones look at the environmental and resource efficiency markets and why they are so compelling for investors.
COP21: Will a meaningful result be produced and what might the long term impact be on capital markets?
Charlie Thomas discusses the upcoming COP21 climate change conference.
The role of the board
David Prosser explains the role of the board in an investment company.
Long term investing in smaller companies results in consistency and high returns
Harry Nimmo discusses his investment process for UK Smaller Companies.
What we look for when investing in UK Smaller Companies
Jonathan Brown and Robin West discuss their investment strategy.
Are you making the most of this year’s pension investment allowances?
David Prosser discusses how you can get the most out of your pension.
Performance comparisons – an open or closed case?
Nick Britton, Head of Training at the AIC discusses the latest data comparing open-ended and closed-ended funds.
Lifting the lid on Woodford Patient Capital Trust’s launch
Paul Lamacraft discusses the thinking behind the launch of Woodford Patient Capital Trust.
A record year for investment company share issues
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director at the AIC looks at what’s made it a record year.
What happens at an investment fund during times of stress?
David Prosser discusses what happens at an investment fund during times of market volatility.
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