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Witan Investment Trust
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Witan offers a unique multi-managed investment proposition. The fund adopts a best of breed approach bringing together top managers from around the world to invest your money cost effectively. If you want a snapshot of world stockmarkets then,
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Investment Trusts
Investment trusts are companies that invest in the shares of other companies.
They pool investors' money and employ a professional fund manager to invest in the shares of a wider range of companies than most people could practically invest in themselves. This way even people with small amounts of money can gain exposure to a diversified and professionally run portfolio of shares, spreading the risk of stockmarket investment.
These were the first type of collective fund. They were set up as companies over 130 years ago, to provide investors with easy, low cost access to shares. On average, investment trusts still offer one of the cheapest routes into the world’s stockmarkets today. Buying costs are typically 1% or less, while the annual charges on many trusts are also less than 1%. As each trust is a listed company, the value will fluctuate along with its share price, which is influenced by investor demand.
There are over 300 investment trusts responsible for the management of billions of pounds' worth of assets on behalf of investors.
Stock market investments such as investment trusts can be held in a trust or designated account on behalf of children who are under 18. But it is important to make sure that the necessary forms are completed if your child is to enjoy theirs tax-free.
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