Compass: The AIC's monthly newsletter
This month in Compass, Ian Cowie analyses the impact of Iran on investment trusts, and our most experienced managers share lessons learned during previous crises.
Latest articles, press releases and videos
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.
Four weeks from Liberation Day: What's the impact?
The AIC has published a list of the investment trust sectors that have performed the best and worst since President Trump’s announcements.
Going cheap or just an illusion?
David Prosser assesses the state of the private equity sector following Trump’s tariff announcements.
Why small may yet be beautiful
Now may be the time to consider UK smaller companies, says David Prosser.
What is an investment trust?
Learn how investment trusts (also known as investment companies) offer instant access to a diversified portfolio of assets.
FCA indicates willingness to make meaningful changes to cost disclosure
AIC comments on FCA’s Consultation Paper CP25/9**
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.
Impax AM shares crash as loss of Environmental Markets trust heightens concern over asset outflows
Pictet enters active ETF market with five AI-enhanced funds
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.
