Compass: The AIC's monthly newsletter
This month in Compass, we discover how to invest in SpaceX, Revolut and TikTok. Ian Cowie hunts for opportunities in Europe and we reveal the trusts that would have made you an ISA millionaire.
Latest articles, press releases and videos
A better deal on charges
David Prosser talks more on what comparisons investors can make between funds before they buy.
“Be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful” – Warren Buffett
David Prosser discusses two ways investors can stay invested in equities while playing close attention to risk management.
Much ado about nothing
Fran Radano explains why being a long-term investor enables him to see past the US election.
The emerging markets “perfect storm”
Emerging markets have been among the best performing asset classes so far in 2016. Carlos Hardenberg looks at whether the rally will be sustained.
“Run a profit, cut a loss”: Should investors be thinking about taking their money out of the market?
David Prosser argues that there are two good reasons to stay invested.
Ian Sayers blog: The Great British Break Off
Ian Sayers on the technical challenge of UK fund regulation post-Brexit
‘They grow up so fast’
Tom Walker, Portfolio Manager of Martin Currie Global Portfolio Trust discusses how his approach to global equities is designed with long-term goals in mind.
“Sell in May and go away, don’t come back till St Leger’s Day”: More than just an old wives tale?
David Prosser examines whether investors should really sell up on the 1st May and buy back in during September.
Annabel Brodie-Smith blog: The serious business of being a student
Annabel Brodie-Smith looks at student debt and how investment companies can have a role to play in building a long-term nest egg.
With decreasing interest rates, why should investors consider investment companies?
Following the Bank of England’s interest rate cut, David Prosser discusses where income seeking investors could be looking.
Neil Mumford blog: Searching for reliable income in an unreliable world
Investment trusts are attractive for pensioners looking to generate retirement income, says chartered financial planner Neil Mumford.
Annabel Brodie-Smith blog: Open-ended property funds under attack
Annabel Brodie-Smith explains what has happened to open-ended property funds and the benefits of investment companies for illiquid assets.
Me and my trusts: Faith Archer
Faith Archer, freelance personal finance journalist, on why she’s a fan of investment trusts and which trusts she owns.
Nick Gardner, Investment Editor of the Association of Investment Companies, asks Faith Archer, freelance personal finance journalist, what prompted her to start investing, what she likes about investment trusts and what trusts she holds in her own portfolio.
Recorded in February 2026.
Me and my trusts: Faith Archer – what got you investing in stocks and shares?
Faith Archer, freelance personal finance journalist, explains what prompted her to start investing in the stock market.
Me and my trusts: Faith Archer – what do you particularly like about investment trusts?
Faith Archer, freelance personal finance journalist, explains why she prefers investment trusts for her savings.
Me and my trusts: Faith Archer - what trusts do you hold in your own portfolio and why?
Faith Archer explains what trusts she has chosen for her own savings.
Thematic research
Third-party thematic research on investment companies can be found below.
CQS Natural Resources up 22.6% this year after outgoing fund managers respond to Iran war by hiking energy positions and cutting gold and silver miners
How “dividend hero” Law Debenture held Rolls-Royce through a three-year 1,150% share price rebound and swooped on LSEG and RELX after their AI sell-off
NextEnergy Solar cuts dividend as high-yielder sets path for growth with more investment in battery storage
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.
