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Spotlight – April 2019
11 April 2019
As India embarks on the largest general election in the world, we hear from investment company managers about the prospects for the nation’s economy and stock market. Also in this issue, Ian Cowie talks us through his life lessons and we discover how managers are incorporating ESG into their strategies.
Why an investment company could be your perfect pension
18 April 2019
David Prosser tells us why smart pension savers are turning to closed-ended funds.
Earning your keep
15 April 2019
David Prosser explains key investment company advantages and why he thinks the idea of closed-ended funds not being suitable for most IFA clients is out-of-date.
AIC believes the benefits of illiquid assets should be available to all pension investors
15 April 2019
Response to government consultation exploring investment in illiquid assets by pension schemes.
A stock picker’s paradise
9 April 2019
Investment company managers discuss India’s prospects ahead of its general election.
VCT fundraising highest since 2005/6
9 April 2019
The sector has raised £731 million, the highest amount ever at the current level of 30% up-front tax relief.
AIC launches Income Finder
8 April 2019
A suite of tools and resources to help income investors.
A hero’s welcome
5 April 2019
David Prosser takes a look at our next generation dividend heroes, the investment companies that have raised their dividends every year for at least 10 years but less than 20.
Dealing with it
2 April 2019
David Prosser takes a closer look at the implications of open-ended Woodford Equity Income selling some of its unquoted holdings to the Patient Capital Investment Trust.
Manager update - Nick Train, Finsbury Growth & Income Trust PLC
1 April 2019
Nick Train, manager of Finsbury Growth & Income Trust PLC, provides us with an update on the performance of the investment company, including reference to particular holdings such as A. G. Barr and Diageo.
Why choose Martin Currie Global Portfolio Trust?
29 March 2019
What makes this global growth trust stand out and a summary of the features and benefits that shareholders enjoy.
Recorded March 2019.
Martin Currie Global Portfolio Trust inside story - Assa Abloy
29 March 2019
Why has Assa Abloy the world’s largest supplier of intelligent lock and security solutions has been selected for Martin Currie Global Portfolio Trust?
Recorded March 2019.
AIC to visit 14 locations in investment trust education drive
26 March 2019
Free adviser workshops will be held in May and June across the UK.
