Investment trust analysis: UK, Europe, Japan, Latin America, Emerging Markets

Investment Trusts

DirectorsTalk brings you recent news and insights from Fidelity International, BlackRock and JPMorgan Asset Management on a selection of their leading closed-ended investment trusts listed on the London Stock Exchange. To make informed investment decisions, click on the EPIC code for each fund’s news, interviews, research, monthly factsheets, financial reports and trading data or visit our funds portal.  

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UK market a ‘rich pool of investment opportunities’, FSV Factsheet

UK equities delivered modest gains in June, supported by prospects of BoE rate cuts and a more constructive tariff outlook, despite a mid‑month risk‑off following US and Israel strikes on Iranian sites and subsequent relief from a ceasefire.

JPMorgan European Discovery Trust to host manager webinar today

Portfolio managers Jack Featherby and Jules Bloch will present an update on Europe’s economic upswing, portfolio enhancements and recent performance on Monday 21 July 2025 at 3:00 pm BST, followed by an online Q&A.

UK equities investing resurgence examined by Alex Wright, Fidelity Special Values

UK equities, long overlooked, have begun to shine as low valuations attract contrarian investors. Alex Wright of Fidelity Special Values Plc highlights that renewed buying interest has driven year to date outperformance against global peers and that mid- and small-cap stocks offer particularly attractive value opportunities.

Fidelity Japan Trust May Factsheet – Valuation multiples at historical lows

Japanese equities rose in May, supported by global risk appetite, strong tech earnings, and a weaker yen. Growth and cyclical stocks led gains, while defensive sectors lagged.

UK investment trust, Fidelity Special Values achieves 18.5% annual return

With trade breakthroughs, rate cuts and strong sector leadership, UK equities gained momentum in May, helping the Trust outperform both its index and deliver compelling double-digit returns over the year.

JPMorgan European Discovery Trust declares 10.0p final dividend

JPMorgan European Discovery Trust plc plans to distribute a final dividend of 10.0 pence per share, pending shareholder approval at the upcoming AGM.

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