Reflecting popularity in the market
An investment trust is a company with
a set number of shares. Unlike an open-ended investment fund, an investment trust is closed ended. This means there are a set number of shares available, which will …
Participating in a wider range of investments
Unit trusts are collective investments that allow you to participate in a wider range of investments than can normally be achieved on your own with smaller sums of money. Pooling your money with …
Open-ended investment funds are often called ‘collective investment schemes’ and are run by fund management companies.
There are many different types of fund – these
include:
• Unit trusts
• OEICs …
It’s natural to be looking for ways to smooth out your portfolio’s returns. Investing regularly can smooth out market highs and lows over time. In a fluctuating market, a strategy known as …
Remember your reasons for investing in the first place
Stock markets can be unpredictable. They move frequently – and sometimes sharply – in both directions. It is important to take a long-term view (typically ten years …