The Artemis Alpha and Gartmore Growth Opportunities investment trusts have reached an agreement to merge the two companies.
Eleven of this year's 13 IPOs are trading on a premium, including Anthony Bolton's China Special Situations fund, according to Numis Securities.
F&C will retain the £617m Commercial Property trust (FCPT) mandate following a failed takeover bid by Ignis-managed UK Commercial Property trust.
The board of £14m Henderson Financial Opportunities is proposing to wind up the investment trust due to the continued fears around the banking industry.
The Jupiter Primadona Growth Trust has increased its dividend by almost 41% for the year ending 30 June.
The senior fund manager of the £141m City Natural Resources High Yield trust is stepping back from day-to-day management of the vehicle.
The board of the £54m Gartmore Growth Opportunities trust has served ‘protective' notice of termination of its management agreement with Gartmore, following the resignation of Gervais Williams.
George Luckraft's Framlington Innovative Growth trust faces liquidation after investors representing more than 50% of its shares opted for a cash exit.