Recovery, revival and real opportunities: The biggest investment trusts stories of 2020

Latest in IW's Review of 2020 series

David Brenchley
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Amid a tumultuous year as markets fell due to the coronavirus pandemic, 2020 has been one of change for investment companies.

Amid a tumultuous year as markets fell due to the coronavirus pandemic, 2020 has been one of change for investment companies. A big merger was announced within the UK equity income sector, firms raised almost £1bn from new issuance after 18 months of subdued activity, and yields spiked, offering attractive entry points for investors. Investment Week rounds up some of the biggest news stories of the year.

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