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.
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Much ado about nothing
Fran Radano explains why being a long-term investor enables him to see past the US election.
The emerging markets “perfect storm”
Emerging markets have been among the best performing asset classes so far in 2016. Carlos Hardenberg looks at whether the rally will be sustained.
“Run a profit, cut a loss”: Should investors be thinking about taking their money out of the market?
David Prosser argues that there are two good reasons to stay invested.
Ian Sayers blog: The Great British Break Off
Ian Sayers on the technical challenge of UK fund regulation post-Brexit
‘They grow up so fast’
Tom Walker, Portfolio Manager of Martin Currie Global Portfolio Trust discusses how his approach to global equities is designed with long-term goals in mind.
“Sell in May and go away, don’t come back till St Leger’s Day”: More than just an old wives tale?
David Prosser examines whether investors should really sell up on the 1st May and buy back in during September.
A new Jerusalem
Dividend increases and share buybacks are good news for UK equities according to our analysts - who think those dark Satanic mills could delivery world-beating returns.
The best stocks & shares ISA providers
Kepler Trust Intelligence run the rule over the best stocks & shares ISA providers.
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.
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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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