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
Which types of companies are you investing in now and why?
Richard Moore, Co-Head of Investments at Calculus Capital which manages Calculus VCT, said: We target growth companies - technology, healthcare and entertainment." Stuart Veale, Manager of the ProVen VCTs and Ewan MacKinnon, Investment Partner at Maven Capital Partners which manages the Maven VCTs, explain which types of companies they are investing in and why.
What economic benefits are VCTs providing amid slowing economic growth?
Ewan MacKinnon, Investment Partner, at Maven Capital Partners which manages the Maven VCTs, said: "VCT portfolio companies are big contributors to the UK economy". Together with Richard Moore, Co-Head of Investments at Calculus Capital which manages Calculus VCT, and Stuart Veale, Manager of the ProVen VCTs they discuss the economic benefits VCTs are providing amid slow economic growth?
How are your investee companies helping with social or environmental issues (ESG)?
VCT managers explain how their investee companies are helping with social or environmental issues.
In the current tough environment, what is your view on the outlook for VCTs?
The managers of the Maven VCTs, Calculus VCT and the ProVen VCTs give their outlook for VCTs in the current challenging environment.
Why has there been strong demand for VCTs?
VCT managers: Stuart Veale, Manager of the ProVen VCTs, Ewan MacKinnon, Investment Partner at Maven Capital Partners which manages the Maven VCTs, and Richard Moore, Co-Head of Investments at Calculus Capital which manages Calculus VCT, discuss why there has been strong demand for VCTs.
Three VCT managers discuss the outlook for Britain's ambitious smaller companies
Three VCT managers discuss the outlook for Britain's ambitious smaller companies.
Stamp out stamp duty on investment companies
Scrapping 0.5% tax would level the playing field, eliminate double taxation and boost financing for infrastructure and renewable energy.
Why UK equities offer attractive buying opportunities
Despite continued uncertainty, Alex Wright highlights the opportunity in UK equities and outlines why he expects value to continue to outperform in the current market environment.
Value outperformance to continue into 2023
Nitin Bajaj, portfolio manager of Fidelity Asian Values, outlines why he expects value to continue its strong run as we head into 2023.
Investment Trust Update | 17th January 2023
In this investment trust update, Winterflood introduces 15 names to its recommended list for 2023 and Downing Strategic Microcap makes plans for share buybacks.
Casting our net wide
Nick Price, Portfolio Manager of Fidelity Emerging Markets, highlights areas of opportunity to be found in emerging markets.
Chinese New Year
Investment company managers on the outlook for China in the Year of the Rabbit
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.
Public access to private businesses
Saba responds to Gore Street over failed German asset sale
Supermarket Income completes deployment of £100m equity raise
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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