Stewart Investors Asia Pacific and Japan Sustainability Class B Acc
Report And Accounts
Simplified Prospectus / KIID
Performance
Discrete performance - to last month end
| 30/11/19 to 30/11/20 |
30/11/20 to 30/11/21 |
30/11/21 to 30/11/22 |
30/11/22 to 30/11/23 |
30/11/23 to 30/11/24 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 15.6% | 17.0% | -0.7% | -4.6% | 10.5% |
| Sector | 24.5% | 5.5% | -11.7% | -1.8% | 10.3% |
| Rank | 6/9 | 1/9 | 3/9 | 8/11 | 8/11 |
| Quartile | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
Annualised performance
| Annualised | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Years to 30/11/24 |
5 Years to 30/11/24 |
10 Years to 30/11/24 |
||
| Fund | 1.5% | 7.2% | 6.6% | |
| Sector | -1.4% | 4.7% | 7.7% | |
| Rank | 4/9 | 2/9 | 5/7 | |
| Quartile | 2 | 1 | 3 | |
Top 10 Holdings
| Stock | % Weight |
|---|---|
| MONOTARO CO.LTD | 5.38 |
| TUBE INVESTMENTS OF INDIA LIMITED | 4.59 |
| ELGI EQUIPMENT | 4.29 |
| JAPAN ELEVATOR SERVICE HLDGS CO LTD | 4.19 |
| MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA LTD | 4.09 |
| MAINFREIGHT LIMITED | 3.79 |
| TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY LIMITED | 3.29 |
| HOYA CORP | 2.99 |
| AAVAS FINANCIERS LTD | 2.99 |
| MANI INC | 2.89 |
| Total | 38.48 |
Fund Aims
This fund aims to achieve long term capital growth through investing in equities in the Asia Pacific region (excluding Japan, including Australasia).
Fund Manager
David is a Managing Partner of Stewart Investors and sits on the Stewart Investors Board. He is Head of the Sustainable Funds Group and a Portfolio Manager. David joined the team as a graduate in 1997. He is lead manager of Asia Pacific Sustainability strategies, as well as Pacific Assets Investment Trust. David holds an MA with honours in Economics from Cambridge University, and holds a Master of Science in Investment Analysis from Stirling University.
Fund Overview
| Mid (20/12/2024) | 2015.70p |
| Historic yield | 0.49% |
| Fund size (30/11/2024) | £418.23m |
| Number of holdings | 54 |
| Entry Charge | 0.00% |
| Ongoing Charges | 0.94% |
| Launch date | 06/02/2001 |
Asset Allocation
| International Equities | 95.31% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 1.79% | |
| Other Assets | 2.89% |
Important Information
Source of portfolio data: Broadridge. Source of performance data: FE fundinfo. We can’t predict the future. Past performance isn’t a guide to future performance. The figures shown are intended only to demonstrate performance history of the fund, after allowing for the impact of ongoing charges, but take no account of product charges. Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now. Fund performance is based upon the movement of the daily price and is shown as total return in GBP with income reinvested. The value of your client’s investment can go down as well as up and the amount your client gets back may be less than they put in.
This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only. Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Asset Allocation
| International Equities | 95.31% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 1.79% | |
| Other Assets | 2.89% |
Equity Sector Breakdown
| Industry | Supersector | Sector | Subsector | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrials | 27.72% | - | - | - | |
| Industrial Goods & Services | - | 27.72% | - | - | |
| Industrial Engineering | - | - | 13.86% | - | |
| Machinery: Industrial | - | - | - | 7.78% | |
| Machinery: Specialty | - | - | - | 4.29% | |
| Machinery: Tools | - | - | - | 1.79% | |
| Industrial Support Services | - | - | 5.18% | - | |
| Industrial Suppliers | - | - | - | 4.19% | |
| Professional Business Support Services | - | - | - | 1.00% | |
| Electronic & Electrical Equipment | - | - | 4.89% | - | |
| Electrical Components | - | - | - | 4.89% | |
| Industrial Transportation | - | - | 3.79% | - | |
| Transportation Services | - | - | - | 3.79% | |
| General Industrials | - | - | 0.00% | - | |
| Diversified Industrials | - | - | - | 0.00% | |
| Technology | 17.85% | - | - | - | |
| Technology | - | 17.85% | - | - | |
| Software & Computer Services | - | - | 11.67% | - | |
| Computer Services | - | - | - | 6.28% | |
| Consumer Digital Services | - | - | - | 3.69% | |
| Software | - | - | - | 1.69% | |
| Technology Hardware & Equipment | - | - | 6.18% | - | |
| Semiconductors | - | - | - | 4.99% | |
| Computer Hardware | - | - | - | 0.80% | |
| Production Technology Equipment | - | - | - | 0.40% | |
| Health Care | 15.15% | - | - | - | |
| Health Care | - | 15.15% | - | - | |
| Medical Equipment & Services | - | - | 12.46% | - | |
| Medical Supplies | - | - | - | 5.88% | |
| Medical Equipment | - | - | - | 5.18% | |
| Medical Services | - | - | - | 1.40% | |
| Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology | - | - | 2.69% | - | |
| Pharmaceuticals | - | - | - | 1.60% | |
| Biotechnology | - | - | - | 1.10% | |
| Consumer Discretionary | 12.26% | - | - | - | |
| Retail | - | 5.38% | - | - | |
| Retailers | - | - | 5.38% | - | |
| Diversified Retailers | - | - | - | 5.38% | |
| Automobiles & Parts | - | 4.09% | - | - | |
| Automobiles & Parts | - | - | 4.09% | - | |
| Automobiles | - | - | - | 4.09% | |
| Consumer Products & Services | - | 2.79% | - | - | |
| Household Goods & Home Construction | - | - | 2.79% | - | |
| Household Appliance | - | - | - | 2.79% | |
| Consumer Staples | 10.07% | - | - | - | |
| Personal Care, Drug & Grocery Stores | - | 7.78% | - | - | |
| Personal Care, Drug & Grocery Stores | - | - | 7.78% | - | |
| Food Retailers & Wholesalers | - | - | - | 3.49% | |
| Personal Products | - | - | - | 3.29% | |
| Drug Retailers | - | - | - | 1.00% | |
| Food, Beverage & Tobacco | - | 2.29% | - | - | |
| Beverages | - | - | 2.29% | - | |
| Soft Drinks | - | - | - | 2.29% | |
| Financials | 6.28% | - | - | - | |
| Financial Services | - | 4.39% | - | - | |
| Finance & Credit Services | - | - | 2.99% | - | |
| Mortgage Finance | - | - | - | 2.99% | |
| Investment Banking & Brokerage Services | - | - | 1.40% | - | |
| Investment Services | - | - | - | 1.40% | |
| Banks | - | 1.89% | - | - | |
| Banks | - | - | 1.89% | - | |
| Banks | - | - | - | 1.89% | |
| Basic Materials | 4.59% | - | - | - | |
| Basic Resources | - | 4.59% | - | - | |
| Industrial Metals & Mining | - | - | 4.59% | - | |
| Metal Fabricating | - | - | - | 4.59% | |
| Non-Classified | 2.89% | - | - | - | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 1.79% | - | - | - | |
| Telecommunications | 1.40% | - | - | - | |
| Telecommunications | - | 1.40% | - | - | |
| Telecommunications Equipment | - | - | 1.40% | - | |
| Telecommunications Equipment | - | - | - | 1.40% | |
Regional Allocation
| Emerging Asia | 57.23% | |
| Japan | 26.22% | |
| Australia & New Zealand | 6.38% | |
| Developed Asia | 5.48% | |
| Non-Classified | 2.89% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 1.79% |
Fixed Interest Currencies
| Non-Fixed Interest Assets | 96.75% | |
| Cash | 2.14% | |
| Won | 1.10% |
Regional Breakdown
| Region | Country | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerging Asia | 57.23% | - | |
India
|
- | 30.61% | |
Taiwan
|
- | 11.07% | |
China
|
- | 9.67% | |
South Korea
|
- | 2.99% | |
Philippines
|
- | 2.19% | |
Indonesia
|
- | 0.70% | |
| Japan | 26.22% | - | |
Japan
|
- | 26.22% | |
| Australia & New Zealand | 6.38% | - | |
New Zealand
|
- | 4.79% | |
Australia
|
- | 1.60% | |
| Developed Asia | 5.48% | - | |
Hong Kong
|
- | 5.48% | |
| Non-Classified | 2.89% | - | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 1.79% | - | |
Breakdown By Market Cap (%)
| Mega |
|
13.86% |
| Large |
|
28.71% |
| Medium |
|
38.68% |
| Small |
|
4.29% |
| Micro |
|
0.10% |
| Non-Classified |
|
12.56% |
| Cash |
|
1.79% |
Top 10 Holdings
| Stock | % Weight | Sector | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MONOTARO CO.LTD | 5.38% | Retailers | Japan |
| 2 | TUBE INVESTMENTS OF INDIA LIMITED | 4.59% | Industrial Metals & Mining | India |
| 3 | ELGI EQUIPMENT | 4.29% | Industrial Engineering | India |
| 4 | JAPAN ELEVATOR SERVICE HLDGS CO LTD | 4.19% | Industrial Support Services | Japan |
| 5 | MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA LTD | 4.09% | Automobiles & Parts | India |
| 6 | MAINFREIGHT LIMITED | 3.79% | Industrial Transportation | New Zealand |
| 7 | TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY LIMITED | 3.29% | Technology Hardware & Equipment | Taiwan |
| 8 | HOYA CORP | 2.99% | Medical Equipment & Services | Japan |
| 9 | AAVAS FINANCIERS LTD | 2.99% | Finance & Credit Services | India |
| 10 | MANI INC | 2.89% | Medical Equipment & Services | Japan |
Dual Aspect Equity Analysis
| UK Equities | Int'l Equities | UK Bonds | Int'l Bonds | UK Gilts | Property | Other | Cash & Equiv | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | - | 17.85% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 17.85% |
| Telecommunications | - | 1.40% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1.40% |
| Financials | - | 6.28% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6.28% |
| Consumer Discretionary | - | 12.26% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 12.26% |
| Consumer Staples | - | 10.07% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 10.07% |
| Health Care | - | 15.15% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 15.15% |
| Industrials | - | 27.72% | - | - | - | - | 2.79% | - | 30.51% |
| Basic Materials | - | 4.59% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 4.59% |
| Cash and Equivalents | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1.79% | 1.79% |
| Non-Classified | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.10% | - | 0.10% |
Important Information
The Industry Classification Benchmark is a product of FTSE International Limited and has been licensed for use. This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only.
Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Identification Codes
| Sedol Code | 3018408 |
| Mex Code | CFAPBA |
| Isin Code | GB0030184088 |
| Citi Code | CF62 |
Fund Charges
| Entry Charge | 0.00% |
| Ongoing Charges | 0.94% |
Aims and Benchmark
| Aims | This fund aims to achieve long term capital growth through investing in equities in the Asia Pacific region (excluding Japan, including Australasia). |
| Benchmark | MSCI AC Asia Pacific Index |
| Benchmark Category | - |
| IA Sector | Asia Pacific Including Japan |
Fund Background
| Valuation frequency | Daily |
| Valuation point | 12:00 |
| Fund type | OEIC |
| Launch price | £0.95 |
| Fund currency | Pound Sterling |
| Fund domicile | United Kingdom |
| ISA allowable | Yes |
| SIPP allowable | Yes |
Distribution Details
| Income frequency | Biannually |
| Distribution Type | No income |
| Distribution Payment Basis | Net |
Distribution Dates
| Ex dividend date(s) | Income payment date(s) |
|---|---|
| 01 February | 31 March |
| 01 August | 30 September |
Ratings
| FE Crown |  |
Effect of Deductions
| Assuming a growth rate of 6.00% | Assuming a growth rate of 7.00% |
|---|---|
| - | - |
Fund Administration
| Fund Trustee/Depository | The Bank of New York Mellon (International) Limited |
| Fund Administrator | The Bank of New York Mellon (International) Limited |
| Fund Registrar | The Bank of New York Mellon (International) Limited |
| Fund Custodian | The Bank of New York Mellon (International) Limited |
Group Details
| Group name | Stewart Investors (First Sentier Investors) (UK) |
| Group address | Finsbury Circus House 15 Finsbury Circus London EC2M 7EB |
| Group telephone | 020 7332 6500 |
| Dealing telephone | - |
| - | |
| Homepage | www.firstsentierinvestors.com |
| Fax number | - |
Dealing
| Minimum Investment | £500000 |
| Minimum Top Up | £50000 |
| Minimum Regular Saving | - |
| Settlement Period: Buy | 4 days |
| Settlement Period: Sell | 4 days |
| Pricing Basis | Forward |
| Dealing Decimals | 3 |
Important Information
Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now.
This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only. Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Important Information
Source of performance data: FE fundinfo. We can’t predict the future. Past performance isn’t a guide to future performance. The figures shown are intended only to demonstrate performance history of the fund, after allowing for the impact of ongoing charges, but take no account of product charges. Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now. Fund performance is based upon the movement of the daily price and is shown as total return in GBP with income reinvested. The value of your client’s investment can go down as well as up and the amount your client gets back may be less than they put in.
This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only. Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
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