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Latest articles, press releases and videos
Managers pick their favourite sectors and stocks as UK market outperforms during tariff turmoil
The UK equity market is seen as a “beacon of stability”. Housebuilders, property and companies with a domestic focus are tipped to perform well.
Market Matters Podcast featuring Annabel Brodie-Smith
David Brenchley interviews Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director at the AIC, to discuss industry issues including Saba's activism, double-counting of costs and the AIC's petition around voting rights.
Richard Stone interview on BBC Radio 4 Money Box
Listen to our CEO discuss ‘My share my vote’ with Paul Lewis. Starts at 17.46 minutes.
Investing for lower interest rates
David Prosser on the likely beneficiaries as interest rates fall.
Fantasy fund manager: when the going gets tough…
Only one contestant has made money as Trump’s trade war roils markets.
Which trusts will rise as interest rates fall?
Infrastructure, renewable energy and property investment trusts are tipped to benefit most.
Spreading your bets really does work
David Prosser analyses investment trust returns since “independence day”.
Stand up for your rights
Don’t throw away your right to vote, urges Ian Cowie.
My share, my vote: Nick Britton explains why you should sign the petition
The AIC has launched our 'My share, my vote' campaign petition to make sure every shareholder has a voice. Nick Britton explains why you should sign the petition.
Meet the manager: Iain McCombie
Co-Portfolio Manager of Baillie Gifford UK Growth Trust.
Director talk: Glen Suarez
Glen is chairman of Impax Environmental Markets.
My share, my vote: Annabel Brodie-Smith explains why you should sign the AIC’s petition
The AIC has launched our 'My share, my vote' campaign petition to make sure every shareholder has a voice.
VCTs: a 30-year legacy
Featuring comments from James Hendry of Gresham House Ventures, which manages the Baronsmead VCTs, Peter Dines of Mercia Ventures, which manages the Northern VCTs and Robert Whitby-Smith of Albion Capital, which manages the Albion VCTs.
VCTs: a 30-year legacy
Featuring comments from James Hendry of Gresham House Ventures, which manages the Baronsmead VCTs, Peter Dines of Mercia Ventures, which manages the Northern VCTs and Robert Whitby-Smith of Albion Capital, which manages the Albion VCTs.
Recorded in February 2025.
VCTs are celebrating their 30th Birthday – why have they been so successful?
VCTs: a 30-year legacy. Annabel Brodie-Smith, James Hendry, Peter Dines and Robert Whitby-Smith discuss why VCTs have been so successful over the past 30 years.
Recorded in February 2025.
What types of companies are you investing in and why?
VCTs: a 30-year legacy. A panel of venture capital trust (VCT) managers talk about the types of companies they are currently investing in and why.
Recorded in February 2025.
What’s the current appetite for VCT investment?
VCTs: a 30-year legacy. Annabel Brodie-Smith asks venture capital trust (VCT) managers what the current appetite is for VCT investment.
Recorded in February 2025.
What economic and social benefits do VCTs provide?
VCTs: a 30-year legacy. James Hendry, Peter Dines and Robert Whitby-Smith explain the social and economic benefits of venture capital trusts (VCTs).
Recorded in February 2025.
Thematic research
Third-party thematic research on investment companies can be found below.
Me and my trusts: Moira O’Neill
Nick Gardner, Investment Editor of the Association of Investment Companies, asks journalist Moira O'Neill how she encourages people to invest, what trusts she holds and what she likes about investment trusts.
Me and my trusts: Moira O’Neill
Nick Gardner, Investment Editor of the Association of Investment Companies, asks journalist Moira O'Neill how she encourages people to invest, what trusts she holds and what she likes about investment trusts.
Recorded in March 2025.
Me and my trusts: Moira O'Neill - how do you encourage people to invest in the stock market?
Nick Gardner, Investment Editor of the Association of Investment Companies, asks journalist Moira O'Neill how she encourages people to invest in the stock market.
Me and my trusts: Moira O'Neill - what investment trusts do you hold and why?
Nick Gardner, Investment Editor of the Association of Investment Companies, asks journalist Moira O'Neill what trusts she holds.
Me and my trusts: Moira O'Neill - what do you like about investment trusts?
Nick Gardner, Investment Editor of the Association of Investment Companies, asks journalist Moira O'Neill what she likes about investment trusts.
NextEnergy Solar will maintain its dividend
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.
