Compass: The AIC's monthly newsletter
This month in Compass, Ian Cowie explains what a new PM means to investors, managers reflect on the impact of the Brexit vote and we search for the next mega-IPOs.
Latest articles, press releases and videos
Make-or-break vote at Edinburgh Worldwide AGM
See table for voting deadlines on four major platforms.
Director talk: Susannah Nicklin
Susannah is chair of Ecofin Global Utilities and Infrastructure Trust, and a director of North American Income Trust.
Should I pay for an investment platform or use a free trading app?
The lang cat’s Steve Nelson asks whether there is a hidden cost to a “free” service.
How to make your first investment in the stock market
It’s easy with our step-by-step guide.
AIC responds to result of Edinburgh Worldwide general meeting
Richard Stone has commented following Saba’s vote against the board’s exit tender proposal.
Why share buybacks give back value to shareholders
David Prosser delves into what happens when trusts buy back their own shares.
VCT fundraising in 2025/26 tax year is third highest on record as investors catch 30% tax relief while it lasts
Fundraising for new tax year likely to be lower.
Fantasy fund manager: conflict hits returns but there’s safety in space
See how our contestants’ portfolios have been hit by the conflict in Iran.
New comparison, same result
David Prosser reports on the latest study to show investment trusts outperform open-ended funds.
AIC recommends changes to listing rules to protect shareholders
Gaps need to be addressed.
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.
Director talk: Sarika Patel
Sarika is chair of Aberdeen Equity Income Trust.
A decade after the referendum
James Henderson of Lowland Investment Company, Mark Niznik of Artemis UK Future Leaders and Simon Gergel of The Merchants Trust discuss the impact of Brexit ten years on.
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.
Recorded in June 2026.
The impact of the Brexit vote on UK markets over the last 10 years
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 markets over the last 10 years.
Recorded in June 2026.
Is the Brexit decision still an issue for markets today?
James Henderson of Lowland Investment Company, Mark Niznik of Artemis UK Future Leaders and Simon Gergel of The Merchants Trust discuss whether the Brexit decision is still an issue for markets today.
Recorded in June 2026.
Why has sentiment towards the UK recovered recently?
James Henderson of Lowland Investment Company, Mark Niznik of Artemis UK Future Leaders and Simon Gergel of The Merchants Trust discuss why sentiment towards the UK has recovered recently.
Recorded in June 2026.
Has sentiment towards UK investment trusts changed and why?
James Henderson of Lowland Investment Company, Mark Niznik of Artemis UK Future Leaders and Simon Gergel of The Merchants Trust discuss whether sentiment towards UK investment trusts has changed and why.
Recorded in June 2026.
Why are investment trusts well placed for the next decade?
James Henderson of Lowland Investment Company, Mark Niznik of Artemis UK Future Leaders and Simon Gergel of The Merchants Trust discuss why investment trusts are well placed for the next decade.
Recorded in June 2026.
Thematic research
Third-party thematic research on investment companies can be found below.
Aberdeen Asian Income generates 30.9% first half return on extraordinary AI gains
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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
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.
