Funds and Investment Trusts

Smithson’s quality bias leaves it well placed to weather the storm

The Smithson Investment Trust has held up better than many other equity funds because of its quality bias and focus…

COVID-19: cautiously optimistic on Asian equities from an income perspective

Mike Kerley, Fund Manager for Henderson Far East Income Trust, shares his views on the latest developments in Asia and…

Two funds with downside protection

At times of extreme market stress it is the funds that hold reliable protection such as options that have the…

Is energy one of the first buying opportunities to emerge from the carnage?

There will inevitably be a bit more downside to come in the energy space, but it is worth watching closely…

Defensive stalwarts help to keep the sell-off at bay

It has been a brutal start to the year with the coronavirus taking its toll on the markets, but it…

The best funds to invest in Japan

With Japan being a top pick for 2020 among the professionals, Nick Sudbury unearths some of the best funds and…

How to grab a slice of emerging markets

Emerging and frontier markets still offer value for investors, writes Filipe Costa. Here’s how to play them using a passive…

Promising start by the AVI Japan Opportunity Trust

Fears over the impact of the coronavirus on the global economy could create a buying opportunity for the AVI Japan…

Solid performance from the City of London Investment Trust

The City of London Investment Trust is one of the most reliable sources of equity income and has continued to…

Possible buying opportunity for Bluefield Solar Income

Renewable Energy investment trusts have sold off recently, but the weakness could create a buying opportunity for Bluefield Solar Income.