Compass: The AIC's monthly newsletter
This month in Compass, Ian Cowie reveals the impact of the Iran conflict on his portfolio, managers explain the benefits of investing in infrastructure, and we celebrate City of London’s Diamond Jubilee.
Latest articles, press releases and videos
Fantasy fund manager: first-time investor closes gap on financial journalist
Lynn Beattie researched her trust picks on Google and still has the title in her sights with three months to go.
Global bond sell-off: an attractive opportunity for income seekers?
Yields hit records as active managers say current prices provide good entry point.
Shareholders in Baillie Gifford US Growth must turn out in force to determine the trust’s future
See details of voting deadlines at four major platforms.
China Growth Equity: AI Themes, Key Sectors, and Trust Performance | Future Trends in Investment Trusts, September 2026
Chinas growth equity story is being rewritten in real time, from the explosion of AI and advanced manufacturing, to the subtle resurgence of experience-driven consumer...
Private for longer: the opportunity for private equity investment trusts
Managers’ views on discounts, exits and misconceptions about private equity.
How to capitalise on the growth in private companies
David Prosser on how investment trusts offer access to private companies before they list on the stock market.
Winners of the AIC Shareholder Communication Awards 2026
The awards recognise exceptional shareholder communication by investment trusts and their managers.
Winners of the AIC Media Awards 2026
The awards recognise the journalists who have best educated private investors and financial advisers about investment companies. Photographs available on request.
Wealth managers more positive about investment trusts than in 2025
Driven by performance, fee cuts and progress on cost disclosure.
Why VCTs remain a compelling opportunity
David Prosser highlights the benefits of venture capital trusts amid a shrinking choice of tax-efficient investments.
Director talk: Stephanie Coxon
Stephanie is chair of Foresight Environmental Infrastructure (FGEN) and a director of the AIC.
Infrastructure investment trusts offer protection from inflation as Iran conflict pushes prices up
Managers on their performance, prospects for the sector and Budget wishlist.
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.
Opportunities emerging in AI’s shadow
Alliance Witan: Stock Spotlight: Techtronic
JPMorgan Global Growth & Income’s ‘challenging’ year
JPMorgan Global Growth underperforms again after underestimating scale and impact of AI “euphoria”
10 UK investment trusts for the AI boom: where investors can find the biggest opportunities
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.
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