Compass: The AIC's monthly newsletter
This month in Compass, we’re hunting for this year’s dividend heroes and consistent high yielders. Ian Cowie delves into Trump’s tariffs and we explore the trusts holding defence.
Latest articles, press releases and videos
Impact of Trump’s tariffs on investment trust discounts
Private Equity, Growth Capital and Leasing sector discounts widen most. UK, Global Emerging Markets and Europe sector discounts narrow.
What are share buybacks and why do they happen?
Nick Britton, Research Director of the AIC explains share buybacks.
Trusts that offer a port in the storm
Investment trusts that aim to protect your capital could be a good choice now, writes David Prosser.
Director talk: Caroline Hitch
Caroline is chair of CQS New City High Yield Fund.
2024/2025 VCT fundraising is third highest on record
VCTs raise £895 million to invest in ambitious young UK companies.
AIC welcomes regulation of alternative fund managers
The AIC has today welcomed the Treasury’s ‘Regulations for Alternative Fund Managers’ Consultation, and the FCA’s ‘Call for Input: Future regulation of alternative fund managers’.
Fantasy fund manager: fighting against the Trump dump
Our contestants’ portfolios took a battering in March… with one exception.
My share, my vote: AIC launches petition to change company law
The AIC has launched our 'My share, my vote' campaign petition to make sure every shareholder has a voice. Richard Stone explains what we're campaigning for and why it's so important.
My share, my vote: AIC launches petition to change company law
Platforms should not be able to choose whether to pass on voting rights.
Make the most of the new tax year
David Prosser on why it makes sense to invest as soon as you can.
What is gearing?
Nick Britton, Research Director of the AIC explains gearing, investment trusts' unique ability to borrow money to invest.
Dunedin Income Growth Trust: digging for quality
Co-Manager, Ben Ritchie, provides an update on the Trust's recent drivers of performance.
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.
REITs proving a safe haven amid tariff turmoil
BlackRock Throgmorton Trust Annual Results
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.
