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Glossary

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Educational videos

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What is an investment trust?

A Scottish Mortgage animation introducing investment trusts and how they differ from other funds.

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What is gearing?

We are familiar with gears on a bike, but financial gearing? Scottish Mortgage explains.

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What does closed-ended mean?

Open or closed? A Scottish Mortgage animation that explains the benefits of a closed-ended fund.

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What are discounts and premiums?

Can’t tell your premiums from your discounts? You will after this Scottish Mortgage animation.

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What are buybacks?

Scottish Mortgage minds the gap between the share price and the net asset value with buybacks.

Scottish Mortgage frequently asked questions

Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust.

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Investment trusts are UK public companies and are not authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. You may not get back the amount invested and please bear in mind that past performance is not a guide to future performance.