LSE:SMT (Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust Plc)

About SMT

A low cost investment trust that aims to maximise total return over the long term. It invests globally with a core exposure to the UK, looking for strong businesses with above average returns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Investing in an investment trust is a popular strategy for many investors who lack the knowledge or time to perform stock market research. Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust has gained particular popularity for its low-cost high-growth style of investing.

With a heavy focus on growth stocks, the SMT share price has been quite volatile. This lack of stock price stability, makes these shares unsuitable for investors with low risk tolerances.

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