abrdn Investment Trusts podcasts

In this podcast we are joined by Viktor Szabó and Brunella Isper, managers of Aberdeen Latin American Income Fund. Here they discuss how Latin America is emerging from the Covid crisis, walking us through the current situation across the region. They also consider the impact of political risk in Latin America and the outlook for the next 12 months.

Recorded on 23 April 2021.

For more information: www.latamincome.co.uk

In this podcast we are joined by Thomas Moore, manager of Aberdeen Standard Equity Income Trust. Here he discusses how UK equity income is bouncing back after a period of weakness and the strategy he is employing for the recovery.

Recorded on 14 May 2021.

For more information: www.aberdeenstandardequityincometrust.com

In this podcast we are joined by Andrew Lister, manager of Aberdeen Emerging Markets Investment Company. Here he discusses the opportunities in emerging markets today and how they're being reflected in the Trust's portfolio. He also discusses the global economic recovery and its impact on emerging markets.

Recorded on 14 May 2021.

For more information: www.aberdeenemergingmarkets.co.uk

In this podcast we are joined by Iain Pyle, manager of Shires Income. Here he discusses the current UK dividend landscape and considers the outlook for income going forward. He also provides an update on the Trust's positioning, discussing how the recent change of mood in markets has impacted the portfolio.

Recorded on 7 May 2021.

For more information: www.shiresincome.co.uk

In this podcast, Yoojeong Oh, manager of Aberdeen Asian Income Fund joins us from Singapore to discuss the recent annual results posted by the fund. Here she provides an overview of the strategy and explores recent portfolio changes, as well as discussing core themes for the future.

Recorded on 8th April 2021.

For more information: www.asian-income.co.uk

In this podcast, Aberdeen New Dawn Investment Trust manager James Thom discusses the recovery in Asian economies and how the Trust is positioning for this new environment.

Recorded on 25 March 2021.

For more information: www.newdawn-trust.co.uk

In this podcast Charles Luke, manager of Murray Income Trust, speaks to Alan Brierley, Director of Investment Company Research at Investec.

Charles discusses Murray Income Trust's investment philosophy and process and the Trust's recent combination with Perpetual Income and Growth Trust. He also explores the outlook for dividends in the UK and discusses where the greatest opportunities might lie going forward.

Recorded on 2 February 2021.

For more information: www.murray-income.co.uk

In this podcast we are joined by Yoojeong Oh, manager of Aberdeen Asian Income Fund and David Smith, Head of ESG in Asia for Aberdeen Standard Investments. They discuss Aberdeen Standard Investments' philosophy on ESG and describe how ESG is integrated into the investment process. They also share some examples of what engagement with companies on ESG looks like in practice.

Recorded on 3 December 2020.

For more information: www.asian-income.co.uk

In this podcast we are joined by David Smith, Head of ESG in Asia. David discusses Aberdeen Standard Investments' philosophy on ESG and describes how ESG is integrated into the investment process. He also shares what engagement with companies on ESG looks like in practice.

Recorded on 3 December 2020.

To find out more: www.aberdeenstandard.com/en/responsible-investing

In this podcast, investment manager Orsen Karnburisudthi provides an update on Thailand's recovery from the pandemic and discusses recent political developments in the country. He also explores the impact on dividends in Thailand this year and discusses the outlook for 2021.

Recorded on 25 November 2020.

For more information: www.newthai-trust.co.uk