Compass: The AIC's monthly newsletter
This month Compass steps into Christmas. We reveal this year’s investment trust star performers, and our managers predict what’s in store for 2026.
Latest articles, press releases and videos
Meet the manager: Marcus Phayre-Mudge
Manager of TR Property Investment Trust.
Investing in a bubble
Investment trusts can steer a steady course when markets are febrile, writes David Prosser.
Meet the manager: Rory Stokes
Portfolio Manager of The European Smaller Companies Trust.
Too big to ignore?
David Prosser considers China’s enduring investment appeal.
Investment Company Showcase 2025: Interview with Abby Glennie
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director of the AIC, talks to Abby Glennie, ahead of the Showcase, on 10 October 2025.
Fantasy fund manager: trade deals and tariff certainty help markets
Uncertainty around geopolitical events can’t stop the rally.
Investment trusts for first-timers
Experts suggest trusts for those who haven't invested in them before.
Infrastructure trusts may benefit from lower rates
A rate cut is very likely at the Bank of England’s meeting this month, writes David Prosser.
Managers make the case for private equity investment trusts after long-term asset funds set for inclusion in ISAs
Some point to LTAF liquidity concerns and dangers of investors becoming trapped.
Investment Company Showcase 2025: Interview with Maggie Fanari
Annabel Brodie-Smith, Communications Director of the AIC, talks to Maggie Fanari, ahead of the Showcase, on 10 October 2025.
Why investment trusts on a premium can still be good value
David Prosser explains why expensive looking funds can be a good bet.
AIC withdraws shareholder rights petition as ‘My share, my vote’ campaign achieves its aims
Recommendations of Digitisation Taskforce will deliver campaign’s objectives.
Me and my trusts: Linus Uhlig on what started him investing
Award-winning financial journalist Linus Uhlig explains what triggered him to start investing.
Recorded October 2025.
Me and my trusts: Linus Uhlig on what trusts he holds, and why
Linus Uhlig, senior reporter on Investment Week, reveals what investment trusts he holds in his own portfolio.
Recorded October 2025.
Me and my trusts: Linus Uhlig on why he prefers investment trusts
Linus Uhlig, senior reporter on Investment Week, on what he likes about investment trusts.
Recorded October 2025.
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The Santa rally – reality or myth? And can trust investors benefit?
Morning briefing: Schroder European REIT defers long-term decisions as Redding takes chair; plus CREI, BYG
Barings Emerging EMEA takes steps to win back dissenting shareholders after “outstanding” year
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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An introduction to ESG
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Saving for your children’s future?
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Glossary
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