Templeton Emerging Markets Investment Trust PLC - Edinburgh-based investment trust investing mainly in emerging markets companies - Reports a total net asset value return of negative 0.3% over the six months to September 30, compared to a negative 0.5% return for its benchmark index, the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. As at September 30, reports NAV per share of 170.5 pence each, up from 160.5p a year prior. Declares an interim dividend of 2.00 pence per share, unchanged from a year prior. Reports net loss on investments of £45.0 million in the half, narrowed from a loss of £215.5 million the year prior. Total pretax loss is £4.3 million, from £170.7 million.

Current stock price: 146.83 pence

12-month change: up 0.6%

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