Pension companies unite: reigniting the AIM market

The Mansion House Accord has called for pension funds to invest in private markets and UK growth assets, including the AIM market. Since its creation 30 years ago, AIM has supported thousands of companies, raising billions from investors. Its potential growth opportunities are appealing to pension fund allocators seeking UK opportunities. Local Government Pension Schemes are looking towards AIM; the goal now is to get defined benefit schemes involved, too. Inheritance tax changes will impact AIM shares from next year. But with US equities listed at premium prices, could now be the time for investors...