Compass: The AIC's monthly newsletter
This month in Compass, we preview the Investment Company Showcase. Ian Cowie reveals his investment plan for his grandchildren and managers explore the latest innovations in healthcare.
Latest articles, press releases and videos
Investment trusts that offer shelter from an AI meltdown
UK trusts and capital protection specialists among recommendations.
Line-up revealed for Investment Company Showcase
Attend in person or online to hear from investment trust managers.
Adapting to a more volatile world
Ruffer Investment Company co-manager Alexander Chartres on how to invest in an era of greater political instability.
Profiting from Britain’s pensions shake-up
William MacLeod, managing director of Gravis, explains why pension reform could create an opportunity for investors.
Cashing in on the IPO frenzy
David Prosser explains how investment trusts can offer early access to IPOs.
H1 2026: Top performing investment trusts
Tables of best performing trusts and sectors featured.
“A win for consumers and investment companies”
The AIC responds to the FCA’s consultation paper ‘Simplifying Consumer Investment Disclosures’.
AIC recommends committee investigates impact of reduced VCT fundraising on UK’s scale-up companies
The AIC has written to the Business and Trade Committee following the publication of its report, ‘Investing in the UK economy’.
America at 250: is the US still the world’s most exciting market?
Global investment trust managers on US positioning, opportunities and risks.
Can you find your ideal investment trust at a bargain price?
David Prosser on the potential merits of investment trusts trading at a discount.
AIC welcomes proposed listing rules reforms to protect investors
The FCA's proposals would strengthen investor protection.
A decade after the referendum: where has Brexit left UK investment trusts?
James Henderson of Lowland Investment Company, Mark Niznik of Artemis UK Future Leaders and Simon Gergel of The Merchants Trust discuss the impact of the Brexit vote on UK investment trusts.
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.
Thematic research
Research on investment trusts that focuses on a particular sector or theme can be found below. This research is produced by other companies and is not endorsed by the AIC.
Scottish Mortgage Digital Conference
Is Unite failing the grade, or has it been marked down too far?
UK government backing for Tungsten West helps Baker Steel Resources advance by 17% in August
Morning briefing: Schroder European Real Estate shareholders approve wind-up; Aurora UK outperforms FTSE in August; Bronwyn Curtis joins board of EJF Investments
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.
