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
All-time high yields on infrastructure investment trust sectors
Renewable Energy Infrastructure and Infrastructure investment trust sectors are nearing all-time highs.
Investment Trust Update | April 2025
The AIC highlights the attractions of high yield trusts, Polar Capital Global Financials prepares a tender offer and Miton UK Microcap prepares for wind up.
AIC publishes consultation on statement of recommended practice (SORP)
Deadline for responses is 30 June 2025.
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.
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.
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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
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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.
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