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Investment trusts hold many advantages for the investor planning for retirement. Sherry-Ann Sweeting goes through what they have to offer

Taking a long term view is important for those planning for their retirement. When building a balanced portfolio advisers and their clients need to bear in mind that they are planning for a stage in life that could last 20 to 30 years. From the many savings and investment options available, investment trusts may be worth consideration for those wishing to benefit from the potential long-term growth of the stock market. An investment trust is a company listed on a stock exchange which invests in the shares of other companies. Investment trusts pool investors' money and employ professiona...

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