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Imagine the future

We are a long-term investment manager, dedicated to discovering the innovations and changemakers that deliver exceptional growth opportunities for you.

Our investment beliefs

Ever wondered what active, low-turnover investing is? Or what we mean by asymmetric returns? Discover more about our long-term philosophy and get concise answers to common questions.

Our history

Continuity and heritage

Since its inception, Baillie Gifford has dedicated itself to discovering global growth opportunities. Today, we leverage the stability and expertise honed over many decades to serve you.

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Our culture

Curious, patient, brave

We are inquisitive, act with a long-term mindset and are prepared to stand
apart from the noisy crowd. These characteristics guide all the decisions
we take on your behalf.

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Responsible investment

Invest, responsibly

Growth comes when companies innovate to meet society’s needs. That can involve the electrification of transport or using AI to develop better medicines. We support management’s focus on long-term goals.

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Actual investing revisited

In this keynote paper, partner Stuart Dunbar reaffirms the importance of active investment management to a healthy capitalist system. It's long-term engaged shareholders, he argues, who nurture the great growth-creating companies.
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May 2025
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Insights

Our investment managers and specialists tell you about groundbreaking companies and other forces influencing their pursuit of growth.

Investment beliefs

Clear and concise

Explore our investment philosophy and how we seek out the best assets on your behalf. Our decision makers get straight to the point in these brief video explainers.

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Podcast

Short briefings

Frank, often contrarian opinions from our investors and other experts on the importance of long-term thinking.

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Responsible investment

Invest, responsibly

Growth comes when companies innovate to meet society’s needs. That can involve the electrification of transport or using AI to develop better medicines. We support management’s focus on long-term goals.

Explore our approach
Trust magazine

Trust matters

Explore our investment trust managers’ thinking with Trust magazine. Discover the exceptional qualities of the companies they back and the entrepreneurs they empower. You can also read interviews with renowned non-fiction authors, immerse yourself in our infographics and enter a competition to win a prize.

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Fraud protection starts with you

Fraud by unknown external parties is a prevalent issue in the fund management industry due to the financial nature of the services provided. At Baillie Gifford, we are committed to combating these activities and urge you to stay vigilant against suspicious online or unsolicited communications.

For more information on known fraudulent occurrences and tips on how to protect yourself, please visit our Fraudulent Activity Help Page.

ShareSoc (The UK Individual Shareholders Society) is the premier organisation dedicated to representing and supporting UK private investors. The not-for-profit society’s mission is to ensure that the voice of the individual investor is heard and respected. ShareSoc works to enhance the rights and opportunities of all individual investors through advocacy, education, and networking.