Compass: The AIC's monthly newsletter
This month in Compass, we preview the Investment Company Showcase. Ian Cowie reveals his investment plan for his grandchildren and managers explore the latest innovations in healthcare.
Latest articles, press releases and videos
Investment Company Showcase 2026: Interview with Rhys Davies
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director of the AIC, talks to Rhys Davies, ahead of the Showcase, on 9 October 2026.
Investment Company Showcase 2026: Interview with Masaki Taketsume
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director of the AIC, talks to Masaki Taketsume, ahead of the Showcase, on 9 October 2026.
Investment Company Showcase 2026: Interview with Olivia Markham
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director of the AIC, talks to Olivia Markham, ahead of the Showcase, on 9 October 2026.
Investment Company Showcase 2026: Interview with Job Curtis
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director of the AIC, talks to Job Curtis, ahead of the Showcase, on 9 October 2026.
Inside the world of investment trusts with the AIC’s Richard Stone
Our chief executive Richard Stone joins James and Ian of Sharesify to discuss his career in the investment trust industry and the work of the AIC. Richard explains what attracted him to investment trusts, what the AIC does to support its members and investors, and why investment trusts remain an important part of the investment landscape.
Act now to keep your capital gains tax bill down
David Prosser on how to mitigate capital gains tax from investment trusts.
Gore Street Energy Storage Fund: “Shareholders need to take action now”
See table for voting deadlines on four major platforms.
In search of inflation-beating income
David Prosser looks at how investment trusts can help battle rising living costs.
Meet the manager: James Thom
Manager of Aberdeen New India Investment Trust.
AIC launches video tutorials to help website users
Six videos run through the most useful tools to pick and monitor investment trusts.
Why rumours of investment trusts’ demise are exaggerated
David Prosser puts recent data about the number of people with investment trust holdings into context.
Q&A with Rebecca McVittie
The investment director of Fidelity Emerging Markets talks about career ups and downs and what she does in her spare time.
Investment Company Showcase 2026
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director of the AIC, talks to fund managers, ahead of the Showcase, on 9 October 2026.
Interview with Job Curtis
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director of the AIC, talks to Job Curtis, ahead of the Showcase, on 9 October 2026.
Recorded in July 2026.
Interview with Olivia Markham
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director of the AIC, talks to Olivia Markham, ahead of the Showcase, on 9 October 2026.
Recorded in July 2026.
Interview with Masaki Taketsume
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director of the AIC, talks to Masaki Taketsume, ahead of the Showcase, on 9 October 2026.
Recorded in July 2026.
Interview with Rhys Davies
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director of the AIC, talks to Rhys Davies, ahead of the Showcase, on 9 October 2026.
Recorded in July 2026.
Thematic research
Research on investment trusts that focuses on a particular sector or theme can be found below. This research is produced by other companies and is not endorsed by the AIC.
Scottish Mortgage Digital Conference
Is Unite failing the grade, or has it been marked down too far?
UK government backing for Tungsten West helps Baker Steel Resources advance by 17% in August
Morning briefing: Schroder European Real Estate shareholders approve wind-up; Aurora UK outperforms FTSE in August; Bronwyn Curtis joins board of EJF Investments
Investing for growth
Find out what growth investing is and how it could help you achieve your long-term financial goals.
Recorded 1 November 2022.
Getting started
If you're new to investment companies, find out what they're all about here.
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
What does that word mean? Find your way around investment trust jargon.
Research tools
Find and compare investment companies and trusts, or look up a company you're interested in.
Invest & engage
Browse a list of platforms that allow you to buy and hold investment companies. Discover how to have your say on how your investment company is run.
