UK Investment Trusts for Capital Growth investing

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Below is a selection of UK investment trusts that provide investing opportunities for capital growth.

Fidelity European Trust is top capital growth investment over 5 and 10 years

Miton UK MicroCap well positioned to capture a shift in investor sentiment

How BlackRock Greater Europe Investment Trust outperformed over the last one, three, five and 10 years

Fidelity Asian Values 12.8% NAV annual growth outperforms index

BlackRock Frontiers Investment Trust: Are smaller markets worth the extra effort?

Fidelity Emerging Markets Limited: Low valuations meet big opportunities

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Emerging Markets investment trust highly attractive as markets outperform (LON:FEML)

Emerging markets posted positive returns in June, outperforming developed markets after a ceasefire eased Middle East tensions and progress on a US–China tariff framework. The portfolio outperformed its index, led by gains from the short book and stock selection in consumer discretionary, IT and consumer services.

16.7% YTD return hails Fidelity European Trust’s strong credentials

Despite market headwinds, the Trust demonstrated resilience with standout contributions from Legrand and EQT and positive sector positioning. Over the past 12 months, NAV rose 2.3% and share price 5.5%, reflecting our focus on cash‑generative, dividend‑growing companies.

Fidelity Asian Values gains on significant China exposure (LON: FAS)

The Trust’s NAV rose by 1.8% for the 12 months to 31 May 2025, outperforming its reference index, which declined 0.6%. Strong stock selection, particularly in China, materials, and technology, contributed to gains, while overweight positions in Indonesian small caps detracted.

Emerging markets fund FEML rises on trade and AI optimism

Fidelity Emerging Markets gained in May, supported by easing trade tensions and investor enthusiasm for AI. The portfolio outperformed the index, with strong stock picking in materials and consumer discretionary sectors.

Fidelity European Trust May Factsheet – European equities moved higher

European equities rose in May amid volatility linked to US trade uncertainty. Fidelity European Trust underperformed the index, mainly due to weak positions in consumer sectors.

Fidelity European Trust proposes merger with HET to form £2.1bn trust

Fidelity European Trust PLC and Henderson European Trust have proposed a strategic merger aimed at enhancing market profile and reducing fees for shareholders.

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