http://www.trustnet.com/News/NewsHome.aspxTrustnet, Free daily updated analysis and price / performance data on all UK Unit Trusts, OEICs, Investment Trusts, Pension, Insurance Bond and Offshore Funds, Structured Products, ETFs and VCTsen-gbSun, 16 Aug 2026 15:57:44 GMTSun, 16 Aug 2026 15:57:44 GMThttp://www.trustnet.comUltraEditeditorial@trustnet.commail@trustnet.comhttp://www.trustnet.comhttp://www.trustnet.com/images/FETN_Logo.pnghttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482650/korea-and-taiwan-are-expensive-but-china-is-at-the-bottom-of-its-cycle-says-asia-manager/Emmy HawkerInvesco’s William Lam argues AI-driven momentum is ignoring pockets of deep value in China.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482650/korea-and-taiwan-are-expensive-but-china-is-at-the-bottom-of-its-cycle-says-asia-manager/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482647/the-investment-industry-has-less-scrutiny-than-a-pub-quiz/Jonathan JonesAssessments of value offer very little of the sort.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482647/the-investment-industry-has-less-scrutiny-than-a-pub-quiz/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482642/the-defensive-power-of-equity-income-and-how-short-dated-high-yield-can-help-manage-risk-thoughts-from-fundswire-this-week/Diana LlewellynOn Fundswire this week, Fidelity International explains how equity income can play a valuable defensive role and Artemis talks about short-dated high yield’s role in managing risk.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482642/the-defensive-power-of-equity-income-and-how-short-dated-high-yield-can-help-manage-risk-thoughts-from-fundswire-this-week/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482643/baillie-gifford-on-apple-and-hidden-gems-in-smaller-companies-thoughts-from-fundswire-this-fortnight/Diana LlewellynOn this fortnight’s Fundswire roundup, Baillie Gifford explains why Apple's fast-follower strategy, among other factors, underpins its long-term investment case while Aberdeen explores the hidden gems in the UK small-cap market.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482643/baillie-gifford-on-apple-and-hidden-gems-in-smaller-companies-thoughts-from-fundswire-this-fortnight/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482589/closer-to-a-tailwind-than-a-headwind-why-active-funds-suddenly-started-beating-the-market-in-july/Gary JacksonThe share of active equity funds outperforming their benchmark rose by 20.5 percentage points in a single month.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482589/closer-to-a-tailwind-than-a-headwind-why-active-funds-suddenly-started-beating-the-market-in-july/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482618/hargreaves-lansdowns-three-funds-for-passive-income/Jonathan JonesArtemis, Royal London and Ninety One are all represented.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482618/hargreaves-lansdowns-three-funds-for-passive-income/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482590/how-managers-are-positioned-in-the-magnificent-seven/Matteo AnelliTrustnet asked three asset managers where they stand on a trade that’s now become seven different trades.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482590/how-managers-are-positioned-in-the-magnificent-seven/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481882/10-stocks-now-make-up-38-of-the-sp-500-what-advisers-should-do-about-it/The Trustnet teamA tracker fund looks diversified on paper. Increasingly, it isn't in practice.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481882/10-stocks-now-make-up-38-of-the-sp-500-what-advisers-should-do-about-it/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482584/ai-is-exciting-but-asias-opportunities-are-diverse/Eric ChanAI share prices have moved a long way very fast, and that should give any active manager pause for thought.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482584/ai-is-exciting-but-asias-opportunities-are-diverse/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482583/better-than-feared-uk-growth-holds-up-despite-geopolitical-pressures/Emmy HawkerSecond-quarter GDP growth came in ahead of expectations but resilience could crack under continued pressure.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482583/better-than-feared-uk-growth-holds-up-despite-geopolitical-pressures/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482492/four-fund-picks-for-investors-who-want-to-ride-the-wave/Emmy HawkerFrom US smaller companies to managed futures, fund selectors share their favourite momentum strategies.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482492/four-fund-picks-for-investors-who-want-to-ride-the-wave/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482503/the-uks-exceptional-start-to-h2-a-burnham-bounce-or-something-more/Jonathan JonesAI concerns, M&A activity and diversification benefits are all reasons UK equities are rebounding, suggest the experts.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482503/the-uks-exceptional-start-to-h2-a-burnham-bounce-or-something-more/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482489/uncertain-but-resilient-the-experts-macroeconomic-playbook-for-the-rest-of-2026/Emmy HawkerA lot has happened so far in 2026 and the outlook for the rest of the year suggests greater uncertainty, risk and volatility.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482489/uncertain-but-resilient-the-experts-macroeconomic-playbook-for-the-rest-of-2026/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482485/expanding-the-production-possibilities-frontier/Nadia GharbiPictet forecasts 0.5 percentage-point annual productivity boost in the US over the next decade thanks to AIWed, 12 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482485/expanding-the-production-possibilities-frontier/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482448/the-funds-experts-are-backing-in-2026s-best-performing-major-market/Matteo AnelliGovernance reform, a weaker yen and political stability are drawing fresh interest in Japan: Trustnet asked fund selectors where to put money to work.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482448/the-funds-experts-are-backing-in-2026s-best-performing-major-market/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482447/a-new-wave-or-the-usual-suspects-fund-managers-reveal-their-ai-plays/Emmy HawkerThree years into the AI build-out, managers say there is still plenty of room to run.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482447/a-new-wave-or-the-usual-suspects-fund-managers-reveal-their-ai-plays/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482446/what-summer-might-teach-us-about-the-months-ahead/Aaron HusseinSelectivity will matter more than playing any given theme.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482446/what-summer-might-teach-us-about-the-months-ahead/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482438/university-jobs-or-apprenticeships-the-finance-conundrums-facing-gen-z/Jonathan JonesYoung people are less confident they will have stable jobs or be able to afford their own homes in the future.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482438/university-jobs-or-apprenticeships-the-finance-conundrums-facing-gen-z/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481881/inside-hsbc-asset-managements-active-quant-equity-model-how-a-disciplined-process-replaces-guesswork-in-stock-picking/The Trustnet teamStock picking has always relied on judgement, but HSBC Asset Management's Active Quant approach starts that judgement with a score.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481881/inside-hsbc-asset-managements-active-quant-equity-model-how-a-disciplined-process-replaces-guesswork-in-stock-picking/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482422/millions-suffer-mental-and-physical-stress-without-financial-safety-net-finds-sjp/Jonathan JonesAround one in four respondents said their finances had impacted their physical health.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:45:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482422/millions-suffer-mental-and-physical-stress-without-financial-safety-net-finds-sjp/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482421/nvidias-500bn-ai-push-reignites-circular-financing-fears/Matteo AnelliThe chipmaker's plan to help fund AI infrastructure has raised fresh questions over how much of the sector's growth it is bankrolling itself.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482421/nvidias-500bn-ai-push-reignites-circular-financing-fears/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482120/how-japan-exposure-affects-your-portfolio-what-10-years-of-data-reveals/Matteo AnelliTrustnet's 10-year Japan data confirmed underperformance but experts point to a concentration and dispersion problem, not a Japan problem.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482120/how-japan-exposure-affects-your-portfolio-what-10-years-of-data-reveals/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481680/strait-of-hormuz-trade-will-come-back-but-it-wont-be-the-same-warns-shipping-expert/Jonathan JonesNicolas Tirogalas explains why it could take at least six months once the strait is reopened for trade to return to its full capacity. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481680/strait-of-hormuz-trade-will-come-back-but-it-wont-be-the-same-warns-shipping-expert/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482073/forvis-mazars-tilts-model-portfolios-away-from-us-tech-and-uk-stocks/Gary JacksonMeanwhile, gold moved from an underweight to a neutral position while government bond exposure increased.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482073/forvis-mazars-tilts-model-portfolios-away-from-us-tech-and-uk-stocks/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482099/the-common-pension-assumption-costing-people-at-least-150000/Jonathan JonesLifestyle investing was popular when people took annuities but can cost people hundreds of thousands of pounds in missed returns.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482099/the-common-pension-assumption-costing-people-at-least-150000/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482077/the-gap-between-the-economy-and-the-uk-market/Elliot FarleyThe distance between what businesses are worth and what the market will pay for them is finally being closed.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482077/the-gap-between-the-economy-and-the-uk-market/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482047/six-fund-picks-for-investors-chasing-growth/Emmy HawkerStrategies from BlackRock, Blue Whale and Rathbones made the cut.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482047/six-fund-picks-for-investors-chasing-growth/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481662/how-this-top-global-income-fund-beat-peers-with-no-tech-and-a-small-cap-overweight/Jonathan JonesBettina Edmondston tells Trustnet how the Liontrust Global Income and Growth fund has topped the charts over the past 12 months.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481662/how-this-top-global-income-fund-beat-peers-with-no-tech-and-a-small-cap-overweight/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482008/what-do-we-actually-want-from-a-fund-manager/Matteo AnelliTerry Smith and Nick Train have lost to the market over the past five years. But what have we been doing with our portfolios?Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482008/what-do-we-actually-want-from-a-fund-manager/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13482006/gilt-focus-market-timing-and-macro-blind-spots-thoughts-from-fundswire-this-week/Emilie BallouxOn Fundswire this week, Vanguard explains the power of long-term investing and Man Group asks whether investors are right to overlook gilts.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13482006/gilt-focus-market-timing-and-macro-blind-spots-thoughts-from-fundswire-this-week/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481953/how-the-most-recommended-funds-by-platforms-performed-so-far-this-year/Matteo AnelliSix strategies out of 16 made double-digit returns in the first half of 2026.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481953/how-the-most-recommended-funds-by-platforms-performed-so-far-this-year/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481989/aj-bell-identifies-five-rising-star-fund-managers/Matteo AnelliThe platform’s research team has picked out five managers with strong sector-relative performance since taking charge of their funds.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481989/aj-bell-identifies-five-rising-star-fund-managers/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481777/artemis-weldon-value-and-growth-are-bogus-concepts/Matteo AnelliInvesting based on growth or value principles means having one hand behind your back, says the manager.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481777/artemis-weldon-value-and-growth-are-bogus-concepts/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481966/dont-sell-america-buy-its-neighbour/Greg EckelHeld together, the US and Canada come close to a complete equity packageThu, 06 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481966/dont-sell-america-buy-its-neighbour/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481821/four-value-funds-and-trusts-for-investors-nervous-about-stretched-valuations/Emmy HawkerFund selectors highlighted strategies from M&G, Fidelity and more.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481821/four-value-funds-and-trusts-for-investors-nervous-about-stretched-valuations/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481818/the-hidden-tailwind-behind-us-equities-is-about-to-reverse-warns-ninety-one/Emmy HawkerA decade of share buybacks has quietly boosted US equity returns – but the oncoming wave of AI company IPOs could change that.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481818/the-hidden-tailwind-behind-us-equities-is-about-to-reverse-warns-ninety-one/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481681/can-germanys-spending-reset-revive-europes-smaller-companies/David BatchelorA stark recent change of direction in the country has been both very welcome and very significant.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481681/can-germanys-spending-reset-revive-europes-smaller-companies/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481787/spacex-earnings-the-numbers-are-better-than-expected-but-questions-remain/Emmy HawkerEyes turn to the looming lock-up expiry, mounting AI spend and Musk’s ambitions.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481787/spacex-earnings-the-numbers-are-better-than-expected-but-questions-remain/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481664/housebuilders-consumer-stocks-and-data-firms-the-most-shorted-ftse-stocks/Gary JacksonUsing FCA data, Trustnet reveals the companies with the biggest shorts against them.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481664/housebuilders-consumer-stocks-and-data-firms-the-most-shorted-ftse-stocks/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481661/how-julys-volatility-changed-the-2026-fund-performance-leaderboard/Gary JacksonA sharp reversal in semiconductor stocks drove the average tech fund down in July, ending months of AI-led gains.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481661/how-julys-volatility-changed-the-2026-fund-performance-leaderboard/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481655/a-crisis-is-brewing-capital-gearing-manager-braces-for-a-global-bond-market-shock/Matteo AnelliChris Clothier, manager of the wealth preservation trust, thinks the next global bond market crisis is taking shape.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481655/a-crisis-is-brewing-capital-gearing-manager-braces-for-a-global-bond-market-shock/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481665/energy-spike-reinforces-generational-efficiency-opportunity/Thomas SørensenDependence on fossil fuels concentrated in politically volatile regions exposes us to risks that no strategic reserves can fully insulate against.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481665/energy-spike-reinforces-generational-efficiency-opportunity/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481605/why-blackrock-thinks-investors-shouldnt-bank-on-a-quiet-august/Gary JacksonAI spending, oil price swings and rising bond yields are all symptoms of the same structural scarcity, meaning investors should expect a volatile August rather than a seasonal lull.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481605/why-blackrock-thinks-investors-shouldnt-bank-on-a-quiet-august/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481603/the-15-index-funds-on-fidelitys-select-50-best-buy-list/Jonathan JonesThe platform’s recommended list highlights index funds covering a wide variety of regions and investment types. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481603/the-15-index-funds-on-fidelitys-select-50-best-buy-list/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481570/private-equity-isnt-about-buying-the-next-unicorn-says-columbia-threadneedle-manager/Gary JacksonAs private equity buyers turn more selective, the case for backing operationally strong businesses over fast-growth bets is gaining ground.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481570/private-equity-isnt-about-buying-the-next-unicorn-says-columbia-threadneedle-manager/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481561/the-real-magnificent-seven-quality-funds-experts-back-to-come-good-again/Emmy HawkerFund pickers point to strategies from JPMorgan, BlackRock and more.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481561/the-real-magnificent-seven-quality-funds-experts-back-to-come-good-again/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481471/the-best-performing-uk-funds-under-starmer/Emmy HawkerStrategies from Artemis, Dimensional and more topped the table for returns.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481471/the-best-performing-uk-funds-under-starmer/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481559/the-best-and-worst-funds-and-trusts-of-july/Jonathan JonesUK equities topped the tables while tech struggled.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481559/the-best-and-worst-funds-and-trusts-of-july/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481558/quilter-adds-index-linked-gilts-as-asset-class-for-cirilium-portfolios/Gary JacksonThe change gives lower-risk investors dedicated protection against UK inflation within the range's asset allocation.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:55:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481558/quilter-adds-index-linked-gilts-as-asset-class-for-cirilium-portfolios/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481542/sven-borho-steps-back-from-worldwide-healthcare-trust/Emmy HawkerTrevor Polischuk takes over the helm with Geoff Hsu.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481542/sven-borho-steps-back-from-worldwide-healthcare-trust/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481541/three-funds-and-two-trusts-added-to-fundcalibre-rated-list/Matteo AnelliTechnology was the most recommended sector.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481541/three-funds-and-two-trusts-added-to-fundcalibre-rated-list/http://www.trustnet.com/News/13481518/the-magnificent-sevens-46trn-wipeout/Matteo AnelliWith Microsoft, Meta, Amazon and Apple all having now reported, investors didn’t get a clear answer on whether hundreds of billions in AI spending are earning their keep.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.trustnet.com/News/13481518/the-magnificent-sevens-46trn-wipeout/