abrdn Global Smaller Companies
Class S - Accumulation (GBP)
3.10p
(2.30%)
3.10p
(2.30%)
You can buy or sell holdings in this fund through a Stocks and Shares ISA, Lifetime ISA, SIPP or Fund and Share Account
3.10p
(2.30%)
You can buy or sell holdings in this fund through a Stocks and Shares ISA, Lifetime ISA, SIPP or Fund and Share Account
Charges and Savings
| Initial charges | |
|---|---|
| Initial charge: | 0.00% |
| Initial saving from HL: | 0.00% |
| Net initial charge: | 0.00% |
| HL dealing charge: | Free |
| Annual charges | |
|---|---|
| Performance fee: | No |
| Ongoing charge (OCF/TER): | 1.04% i |
| Ongoing saving from HL: | 0.27% i |
| Net ongoing charge: | 0.77% |
In some cases the ongoing savings are provided by our loyalty bonus. Loyalty bonuses are tax-free in an ISA or SIPP. However, they may be subject to tax in a Fund & Share Account which would, in effect, reduce their value and increase the net ongoing charge.
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Performance
| 28/03/20 to 28/03/21 | 28/03/21 to 28/03/22 | 28/03/22 to 28/03/23 | 28/03/23 to 28/03/24 | 28/03/24 to 28/03/25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual return | 58.80% | -4.91% | -7.82% | 10.48% | -2.53% |
Please remember past performance is not a guide to future returns. Where no data is shown, figures are not available. This information is provided to help you choose your own investments, remember they can fall as well as rise in value so you may not get back the original amount invested.
View fund chartOur view on this fund
In December 2021, veteran smaller companies' investor Harry Nimmo stepped back as co-manager of this fund. He's still part of the team though and he remains a passionate stock picker. This change enables him to dedicate more time to company research and analysis.
Kirsty Desson, the funds co-manager since February...
Our latest article
In this update, Investment Analyst Aidan Moyle shares our analysis on the manager, process, culture, ESG integration, cost and performance of the abrdn Global Smaller Companies fund.
Fund Objective
To generate growth over the long term (5 years or more) by investing in Global small-capitalisation equities (company shares). Performance Target: To achieve the return of the MSCI AC Country World Small Cap Index, plus 3% per annum (before charges). There is no certainty or promise that the Performance Target will be achieved. Performance Comparator: Investment Association Global Equity Sector Average. The MSCI AC Country World Small Cap Index (the "Index") is a representative index of world stock markets of smaller companies. The Investment Association Global Equity Sector (the "Sector") is a representative group of investment funds with a focus on global equities.
Income Details
| Security | Weight |
|---|---|
| GAZTRANSPORT ET TECHNIGAZ | 4.74% |
| CTS EVENTIM AG & CO. KGAA | 4.16% |
| ALTAIR ENGINEERING | 4.15% |
| SHARKNINJA INC | 3.49% |
| TEXAS ROADHOUSE INC | 3.16% |
| ASICS CORPORATION | 3.04% |
| INTERMEDIATE CAPITAL GROUP | 2.83% |
| MERIT MEDICAL SYSTEMS | 2.74% |
| MSA SAFETY | 2.61% |
| CASEY'S GENERAL STORES INC | 2.56% |
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Construction & Materials | 10.71% |
| Industrial Support Services | 8.25% |
| Electronic & Electrical Equipment | 7.57% |
| Personal Goods | 7.54% |
| Software & Computer Services | 6.57% |
| Travel & Leisure | 5.12% |
| Investment Banking & Brokerage Services | 4.78% |
| Non-Renewable Energy | 4.74% |
| Medical Equipment & Services | 4.52% |
| Technology Hardware & Equipment | 4.21% |
| Country | Weight |
|---|---|
| United States | 48.80% |
| Japan | 11.04% |
| United Kingdom | 9.08% |
| Germany | 5.60% |
| Taiwan | 5.17% |
| Australia | 5.05% |
| France | 4.74% |
| Sweden | 1.93% |
| Mexico | 1.86% |
| India | 1.77% |
Data policy - All information should be used for indicative purposes only. You should independently check data before making any investment decision. HL cannot guarantee that the data is accurate or complete, and accepts no responsibility for how it may be used. Prices provided by Morningstar, correct as at 31 March 2025. Data provided by Broadridge, correct as at 28 February 2025.
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