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Spotlight – March 2020
12 March 2020
We talk about some things that everyone is talking about (the virus, the markets) and some things that few people are talking about (why it’s nearly always a good time to invest in UK Smaller Companies).
Post-Brexit Britain
10 March 2020
Where are UK Smaller Companies managers finding opportunities?
Investment companies for your ISA
9 March 2020
Financial advisers’ recommendations for millennial, middle-aged and retired investors.
Keeping your portfolio healthy
6 March 2020
Despite coronavirus, David Prosser looks at the merits of the Biotechnology & Healthcare sector.
AIC to visit 15 locations in investment trust education programme
5 March 2020
Free adviser workshops will be held in April, May and June across the UK.
Coronavirus
5 March 2020
Which investment company sector discounts have moved the most?
Levelling up
3 March 2020
Investment company managers comment on their regional investments and proposed government spending ahead of the budget.
Pantheon International: Making the private, public
2 March 2020
Pantheon International PLC (PIP) is a FTSE 250 investment company that invests in a diversified portfolio of private equity assets managed by third-party managers across the world. Watch this animation to learn about how PIP works.
Recorded 27 February 2020
Who wants to be a millionaire?
28 February 2020
David Prosser explains why investment companies are a good option for your annual ISA allowance.
JPMorgan Japanese Investment Trust - Japan: active manager opportunities
20 February 2020
With automation and tourism levels on the up and the 2020 Summer Olympics being held in Tokyo, it appears Japan is a country in vogue. But, as it has divided investors' opinions for a considerable amount of time, could it instead be the year that risks in the region turn to reality? Join JP Morgan's Nicholas Weindling in this video to learn more.
Changing times
18 February 2020
The investment company industry in 2000, 2010 and 2020.
Go East, young man
7 February 2020
Ian Cowie on why coronavirus can’t steal Asia’s crown.
Local knowledge
7 February 2020
Seneca’s John Davies on the strategy behind Seneca Growth Capital VCT.
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