Compass: The AIC's monthly newsletter
This month in Compass, we’re hunting for this year’s dividend heroes and consistent high yielders. Ian Cowie delves into Trump’s tariffs and we explore the trusts holding defence.
Latest articles, press releases and videos
My best investment - Alexander Wright, Manager, Fidelity Special Values
"My investment process is geared towards finding unloved companies with downside protection that have unrecognised growth options."
Blog: Investors in the driving seat…and not before time
Ian Sayers gives his view on the platforms conclusion.
My best investment - Michael Morris, Picton Property Income Limited
Why property is about buying well and focussing on income generation.
The outlook for the commercial property sector
How does commercial property justify its place in a diversified portfolio?
Mind the Gap: Property managers focus on prime locations
What is the outlook for the property investment company sector?
A week in the life of...Mike Adams
Mike Adams, Chief Executive of MedicX describes his busy working week.
An approach to income investing
The manager shares his strategy for investment in the income sector.
What should investors consider when choosing an investment fund?
Which factors are most important when deciding where to put your money?
Things on the up for closed-ended funds
The message from the sector is a positive one.
Changes are afoot for the investment company sector
How will the industry be more accessible to retail investors?
What potential does the Smaller Companies sector hold?
An article from Neil Hermon, fund manager of Henderson Smaller Companies.
The outlook for the investment company industry by Andrew Bell, recently elected chairman of the AIC
AIC Chairman’s comment on the investment company industry.
VCTs: a 30-year legacy
Featuring comments from James Hendry of Gresham House Ventures, which manages the Baronsmead VCTs, Peter Dines of Mercia Ventures, which manages the Northern VCTs and Robert Whitby-Smith of Albion Capital, which manages the Albion VCTs.
VCTs: a 30-year legacy
Featuring comments from James Hendry of Gresham House Ventures, which manages the Baronsmead VCTs, Peter Dines of Mercia Ventures, which manages the Northern VCTs and Robert Whitby-Smith of Albion Capital, which manages the Albion VCTs.
Recorded in February 2025.
VCTs are celebrating their 30th Birthday – why have they been so successful?
VCTs: a 30-year legacy. Annabel Brodie-Smith, James Hendry, Peter Dines and Robert Whitby-Smith discuss why VCTs have been so successful over the past 30 years.
Recorded in February 2025.
What types of companies are you investing in and why?
VCTs: a 30-year legacy. A panel of venture capital trust (VCT) managers talk about the types of companies they are currently investing in and why.
Recorded in February 2025.
What’s the current appetite for VCT investment?
VCTs: a 30-year legacy. Annabel Brodie-Smith asks venture capital trust (VCT) managers what the current appetite is for VCT investment.
Recorded in February 2025.
What economic and social benefits do VCTs provide?
VCTs: a 30-year legacy. James Hendry, Peter Dines and Robert Whitby-Smith explain the social and economic benefits of venture capital trusts (VCTs).
Recorded in February 2025.
Thematic research
Third-party thematic research on investment companies can be found below.
Me and my trusts: Moira O’Neill
Nick Gardner, Investment Editor of the Association of Investment Companies, asks journalist Moira O'Neill how she encourages people to invest, what trusts she holds and what she likes about investment trusts.
Me and my trusts: Moira O’Neill
Nick Gardner, Investment Editor of the Association of Investment Companies, asks journalist Moira O'Neill how she encourages people to invest, what trusts she holds and what she likes about investment trusts.
Recorded in March 2025.
Me and my trusts: Moira O'Neill - how do you encourage people to invest in the stock market?
Nick Gardner, Investment Editor of the Association of Investment Companies, asks journalist Moira O'Neill how she encourages people to invest in the stock market.
Me and my trusts: Moira O'Neill - what investment trusts do you hold and why?
Nick Gardner, Investment Editor of the Association of Investment Companies, asks journalist Moira O'Neill what trusts she holds.
Me and my trusts: Moira O'Neill - what do you like about investment trusts?
Nick Gardner, Investment Editor of the Association of Investment Companies, asks journalist Moira O'Neill what she likes about investment trusts.
Life Settlement Assets buybacks allow NAV to tread water
Aquila Energy Efficiency Trust edges forward on wind-down
VEIL marks 30 years with solid performance and outlook tempered by new trade headwinds
RM Infrastructure Income makes solid progress on portfolio wind-down
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.
