Investment trusts versus activists report

January 2026

Investment trusts versus activists

Learn more about activist investors shaking up the investment trust industry 

Your guide for 2026

Our investment trust report looks at the involvement of activist investors, examples of campaigns, and which trusts are being targeted.

The latest report discusses:

  •  The extent to which activist investors have targeted investment trusts on the UK stock market
  •  The latest activities involving hedge fund Saba, who is the most vocal activist in the space
  •  The full list of investment trusts where Saba has a position
  •  Examples of how popular investment trust sectors have performed
  •  What activist investors look for
  •  Other activist investors beyond Saba
  •  Current activist campaigns
  •  Potential next targets

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