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
Looking for dividends?
David Prosser discusses the 18 ‘dividend hero’ investment companies which have been raising dividends for at least 20 years in a row.
Dividend heroes
Exceptional eight investment companies have raised dividends for 50+ years.
The kids are alright
David Prosser discusses the benefits of opening a Junior ISA on behalf of your children.
ISA recommendations
Financial advisers’ investment company picks for young, middle aged and retired investors.
Investment Trust Update | 24th February 2023
In this investment trust update abrdn propose a strategic review after a prolonged discount to Net asset value and The Renewables Infrastructure Group announce its annual...
What are VCTs?
David Prosser reviews the benefits and tax advantages of VCTs.
Windsor Framework a win for VCTs
The AIC argues it marks a significant step forward in putting VCTs on a firmer footing.
AIC launches Investment Company Accreditation
To help financial advisers build their knowledge.
Keystone Positive Change Investment Trust: Manager Insights
Baillie Gifford's Kate Fox, co-manager of Keystone Positive Change Investment Trust, explains the trust’s objectives, gives an update on the portfolio and discusses the outlook for company holdings. Capital at risk.
Meet the manager: Nick Train
Hear from Nick Train, Portfolio Manager of Finsbury Growth & Income Trust.
Investment companies resilient as adviser platform purchases fall
Net demand for investment companies jumped 48% to reach all-time high.
UK managers optimistic ahead of Friday’s GDP figures
Technology and growth stocks “starting to look more attractive”.
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.
Europe may not seem exciting, but its companies are
Capital Markets Day 2025: keynote from Major General Paul Tedman
Morning briefing: Residential Secure Income to return proceeds from retirement living sale via B share scheme, plus SCP and GRIT
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.
