Compass: The AIC's monthly newsletter
This month in Compass, trust managers explain the continued demand for oil and gas, Ian Cowie makes the case for bonds, and we look at why global emerging markets are flying.
Latest articles, press releases and videos
Investment trusts can keep the faith
David Prosser argues in favour of a long-term approach.
Time to take stock of UK smaller companies?
David Prosser on the case for a rebound in UK small-cap trusts.
Asia’s Untapped Growth: Rethinking Diversification Beyond the Headlines | Future Trends in Investment Trusts, June 2026
Why write off Asian equities now Gabriel Sacks, Lead Manager, Aberdeen Asia Focus PLC, and James Burns, Head of MPS, Evelyn Partners, dismantle misconceptions and spotli...
Me and my trusts: Patrick Hosking – what do you most like about investment trusts?
Patrick Hosking, former Financial Editor of The Times, on why he prefers investment trusts to other funds.
Me and my trusts: Patrick Hosking – are savers right to be nervous about investing?
Patrick Hosking, former Financial Editor of The Times, on what advice he’d give to first-time investors.
Me and my trusts: Patrick Hosking – former Financial Editor of The Times
Patrick Hosking, former Financial Editor of The Times, explains what advice he'd give to first-time investors, what he likes about investment trusts, and what trusts he holds in his own portfolio.
Scaling the Mountain: Navigating Private Growth with Schiehallion | Future Trends in Investment Trusts, June 2026
For investors seeking the next wave of outperformance, private growth is rewriting the playbook. Lucie Majstrova of Baillie Giffords Schiehallion Fund shares how the f...
A decade after the referendum: how has Brexit impacted UK investment trusts?
“The main reason for optimism is that the valuation starting point is just so low”.
Investment trusts: the treatments and takeovers behind the biotech boom
From cancer to depression, new medicines will transform health outcomes.
The gift that keeps on giving
David Prosser on the advantages of opening pensions for children.
Oil and gas: investment trusts comment on opportunities and risks
“…one of the most compelling medium-term setups for the energy sector seen in over a decade”
Average investment trust discount hits single digits
Narrowest discount since 2022.
Building the future: UK commercial and logistics property
With more than £14 billion of assets, investment trusts in the property sectors provide investors with access to everything from logistics warehouses and AI-driven datacentres to offices and retail parks.
Positive environmental and social impact
Laura Elkin of AEW UK REIT, Richard Shepherd-Cross of Custodian Property Income REIT and Bjorn Hobart of Tritax Big Box REIT discuss whether their portfolios have a positive environmental or social impact.
Recorded March 2026.
M&A activity in the REIT sector
Laura Elkin of AEW UK REIT, Richard Shepherd-Cross of Custodian Property Income REIT and Bjorn Hobart of Tritax Big Box REIT discuss the M&A activity in the REIT sector.
Recorded March 2026.
How has the conflict in the Middle East had an impact?
Laura Elkin of AEW UK REIT, Richard Shepherd-Cross of Custodian Property Income REIT and Bjorn Hobart of Tritax Big Box REIT discuss whether the conflict in the Middle East has had an impact.
Recorded March 2026.
How their portfolios are faring in these economic conditions?
Laura Elkin of AEW UK REIT, Richard Shepherd-Cross of Custodian Property Income REIT and Bjorn Hobart of Tritax Big Box REIT discuss how their portfolios are performing during these current economic conditions.
Recorded March 2026.
Thematic research
Third-party thematic research on investment companies can be found below.
Why Saba’s real estate raid may come unstuck
Scottish Mortgage rallies on day of SpaceX IPO as fund manager Tom Slater warns its shares could be volatile
Partners Group Private Equity writes off £17m Pharmathen investment after Greek company hit by FDA import alert
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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
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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
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