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
Crowning glories: the 36 investment companies launched before King Charles was born
Dunedin Income Growth and Scottish American mark 150th anniversaries this year.
Investment Trust Update | 21st April 2023
In this investment trust update, Merchants Trust announce a strong performance against a challenging backdrop, the former Woodford Investment Trust proposes a continuatio...
Making the private public
David Prosser looks at the appeal of deeply discounted private equity investment companies.
It’s who you know: family and friends are key to getting started with investing
Three quarters of young investors know someone else who invests. Stocks and shares and cryptocurrency are most popular investments.
Sometimes it makes sense to throw in the towel
David Prosser looks at why investment companies wind up.
Why you should use your ISA allowance sooner rather than later
David Prosser explains why investing early makes sense.
Second highest VCT fundraising to boost ambitious UK companies
VCTs raise £1.08 billion in 2022/23 tax year.
Opportunities being generated in renewables
Faith Glasgow explores how renewable energy investment companies are valued.
Scottish Mortgage Investor Webinar – Your questions answered
In this webinar recording, Scottish Mortgage manager Tom Slater and deputy manager Lawrence Burns answer the top questions on shareholders’ minds.
Why Scottish Mortgage’s troubles tell a positive story
David Prosser looks at the benefits of an independent board of directors and how they act in the best interests of shareholders.
How will the new pension reforms impact investors?
Ian Cowie reviews the pension reforms announced in the 2023 Budget and explains how investors will benefit when saving for retirement.
What does equity investing look like in a world of high interest rates?
The managers of City of London, Alliance and JPMorgan Claverhouse discuss equity investing in a world of high interest rates.
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.
Edinburgh Worldwide tender blocked
Active ETF Intelligence – taking stock of the first few weeks
Impax AM shares crash as loss of Environmental Markets trust heightens concern over asset outflows
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.
Research tools
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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.
