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Sunday Summary | 1 November 2026

01 Nov 2026 / Sunday Summary

The Sunday Summary brings you a mix of research, insights, videos and interviews. Here’s what’s new over the past week.

 

THIS WEEK IN VIDEO AND AUDIO


Q&A on ICG Enterprise Trust: Two webinars answering investor questions and the interim results. In this interview, Hardman & Co analyst Mark Thomas explores the key themes shaping ICG Enterprise Trust Plc (ICGT), drawing on two recent Q&A webinars with the trust’s manager. Topics include ICGT’s defensive growth strategy, portfolio performance, exit prospects, AI opportunities and risks, and its approach to gearing, dividends and share buybacks. Mark also examines the trust’s potential for long-term value creation, the resilience of its NAV and the reasons why private equity trusts continue to trade at significant discounts, highlighting ICGT’s ability to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns through the cycle.

 

FORTHCOMING EVENT


When: Tuesday 17 November & Wednesday 18 November 2026
Time: 8:30am-6:00pm
Where: The Clayton Hotel & Conference Centre, Chiswick, West London, W4 5RY

Book your ticket

Mello London returns this November!
On 17–18 November, Mello returns to the Clayton Hotel & Conference Centre in Chiswick, West London, bringing together 450+ private investors, fund managers and finance professionals.

With a proven track record since 2005 and over 60% of presenting companies returning regularly, Mello offers companies valuable opportunities to connect with serious investors, increase visibility and strengthen shareholder engagement.

Following record-breaking attendance at Mello2026, this November’s event promises to be even bigger!

Explore the Mello London brochure and discover the opportunities available.


 

Secure your place at our upcoming annual VCT Forum, in association with GrowthInvest, exploring the UK’s next generation of growth companies. With VCT fundraising reaching record levels in recent years, our Forum will offer an expert perspective on the companies, investment strategies and opportunities shaping the UK’s growth economy.

Hear from VCT managers at Beringea, Foresight, Guinness Ventures and Pembroke. Whether you are considering VCTs for your own portfolio or advising clients on tax-efficient investments, join us online at 12:30pm on 25 November.

Click here to register now