Unit Trusts and Investment funds Dividends

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When you invest in a unit trust fund with a company like Fidelity, Jupiter, Bailiie Gifford, Schroder , Aberden. invesco Perpetual etc. Do all funds pay a dividend. It is usually annually or twice a year. Where can I find what dividend has been paid for each fund over the past 3 years to give me a guide. Does it make any difference if it is an income or accumulator fund. Thank you

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  • dunstonh
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    Do all funds pay a dividend.

    No. Some assets have little or no dividends. So, there would be little or nothing to pay out.

    If you buy the accumulation version of the fund then any income is reinvested.
    It is usually annually or twice a year.

    Where an income fund exists, the distribution frequency can be monthly, quarterly, half yearly or yearly.
    Does it make any difference if it is an income or accumulator fund.

    In respect of the rate of return, no. In terms of whether you want natural income or not, then yes. Natural income is not the most popular option for income nowadays.
    I am an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA). The comments I make are just my opinion and are for discussion purposes only. They are not financial advice and you should not treat them as such. If you feel an area discussed may be relevant to you, then please seek advice from an Independent Financial Adviser local to you.
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