Schroder Asian Alpha Plus Class Z Inc

Essentials Portfolio Analysis Background Data Performance View PDF Factsheet
Portfolio data accurate as at:

Performance

Discrete performance - to last month end

31/03/19
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31/03/20		 31/03/20
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31/03/21		 31/03/21
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31/03/22		 31/03/22
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31/03/23		 31/03/23
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31/03/24
Fund -10.2% 58.2% -8.4% -2.6% -0.9%
Sector -11.3% 48.5% -5.2% -2.5% 0.3%
Rank 43/104 23/106 66/112 47/117 74/118
Quartile 2 1 3 2 3

Annualised performance

Annualised
3 Years to
31/03/24		 5 Years to
31/03/24		 10 Years to
31/03/24
Fund -4.0% 4.7% 9.1%
Sector -2.5% 4.1% 7.2%
Rank 64/112 34/104 9/81
Quartile 3 2 1

Top 10 Holdings

Stock % Weight
TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY LIMITED 9.68
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO. LTD 8.03
TENCENT HOLDINGS LIMITED 5.64
HDFC BANK LIMITED 3.40
MEDIATEK 3.15
AIA GROUP LIMITED 2.90
ICICI BANK LIMITED 2.74
OVERSEA-CHINESE BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED 2.73
TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED 2.30
DBS GROUP HOLDINGS LTD 2.22
Total 42.79

Fund Aims

The Fund's investment objective is to maximise capital growth through investment in securities with the emphasis on companies in the Asia (ex Japan) region. Fixed interest securities and real estate investment trusts (REITs) may be included in the portfolio. Investments will be primarily in directly held transferable securities. The fund may also invest in collective investment schemes, cash, deposits, derivatives, warrants and money market instruments.

Fund Manager

Richard Sennitt manager for 16 years and 5 months

Photo of Richard Sennitt - Joined Schroders in 1993 - Investment career commenced in 1993 - Currently a fund manager for Pacific Equity and Global Small Cap Equity accounts, based in London - In 2007, whilst maintaining specialist Pacific fund management responsibilities, Richard joined the Global Small Cap team. In 1997 he moved onto the Pacific team, where he had a broad exposure to both developed and emerging markets as a regional fund manager. Richard initially joined Schroders in 1993 as an analyst on the Japanese equity team - Associate member of the UK Society of Investment Professionals (UKSIP). Member of the CFA Institute - BA, Oxford University

Fund Overview

Mid (29/04/2024) 116.90p
Historic yield 1.86%
Fund size (31/03/2024) £1313.45m
Number of holdings 61
Entry Charge 0.00%
Ongoing Charges 0.96%
Launch date 30/11/2007

Asset Allocation

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  International Equities 93.29%
  Investment Trusts 3.32%
  UK Equities 1.43%
  Cash and Equivalents 1.26%
  Alternative Trading Strategies 0.70%

Commentary

Not Applicable

Portfolio data accurate as at: 31/03/24

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 investment can go down as well as up so you might get back less than you put in. This factsheet is for information purposes only. If there is information or terminology included that you would like to discuss, then please contact an adviser. Investors should refer to their 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.

Portfolio data accurate as at:

Asset Allocation

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  International Equities 93.29%
  Investment Trusts 3.32%
  UK Equities 1.43%
  Cash and Equivalents 1.26%
  Alternative Trading Strategies 0.70%

Equity Sector Breakdown

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Industry Supersector Sector Subsector
 
 Technology 28.85% - - -
 
 Technology - 28.85% - -
 
 Technology Hardware & Equipment - - 18.21% -
 
 Semiconductors - - - 14.69%
 
 Electronic Components - - - 2.01%
 
 Production Technology Equipment - - - 1.51%
 
 Software & Computer Services - - 10.64% -
 
 Consumer Digital Services - - - 5.64%
 
 Computer Services - - - 5.00%
 
 Financials 26.72% - - -
 
 Banks - 17.59% - -
 
 Banks - - 17.59% -
 
 Banks - - - 17.59%
 
 Financial Services - 6.23% - -
 
 Equity Investment Instruments - - 3.32% -
 
 Equity Investment Instruments - - - 3.32%
 
 Investment Banking & Brokerage Services - - 2.91% -
 
 Investment Services - - - 2.91%
 
 Insurance - 2.90% - -
 
 Life Insurance - - 2.90% -
 
 Life Insurance - - - 2.90%
 
 Telecommunications 11.88% - - -
 
 Telecommunications - 11.88% - -
 
 Telecommunications Equipment - - 9.92% -
 
 Telecommunications Equipment - - - 9.92%
 
 Telecommunications Service Providers - - 1.96% -
 
 Telecommunications Services - - - 1.96%
 
 Consumer Discretionary 11.38% - - -
 
 Consumer Products & Services - 5.99% - -
 
 Personal Goods - - 2.72% -
 
 Clothing & Accessories - - - 2.72%
 
 Leisure Goods - - 2.05% -
 
 Recreational Products - - - 1.13%
 
 Electronic Entertainment - - - 0.92%
 
 Household Goods & Home Construction - - 1.22% -
 
 Household Appliance - - - 1.22%
 
 Retail - 2.60% - -
 
 Retailers - - 2.60% -
 
 Diversified Retailers - - - 2.60%
 
 Travel & Leisure - 1.85% - -
 
 Travel & Leisure - - 1.85% -
 
 Casinos & Gambling - - - 1.10%
 
 Restaurants & Bars - - - 0.75%
 
 Automobiles & Parts - 0.94% - -
 
 Automobiles & Parts - - 0.94% -
 
 Automobiles - - - 0.94%
 
 Industrials 6.55% - - -
 
 Industrial Goods & Services - 6.55% - -
 
 Industrial Engineering - - 3.73% -
 
 Machinery: Tools - - - 1.64%
 
 Machinery: Industrial - - - 1.05%
 
 Machinery: Construction & Handling - - - 1.05%
 
 Electronic & Electrical Equipment - - 2.82% -
 
 Electrical Components - - - 2.82%
 
 Health Care 3.69% - - -
 
 Health Care - 3.69% - -
 
 Health Care Providers - - 3.31% -
 
 Health Care Facilities - - - 3.31%
 
 Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology - - 0.38% -
 
 Biotechnology - - - 0.38%
 
 Real Estate 3.10% - - -
 
 Real Estate - 3.10% - -
 
 Real Estate Investment & Services - - 3.10% -
 
 Real Estate Holding and Development - - - 3.10%
 
 Basic Materials 2.80% - - -
 
 Basic Resources - 2.80% - -
 
 Industrial Metals & Mining - - 2.80% -
 
 General Mining - - - 2.80%
 
 Energy 2.15% - - -
 
 Energy - 2.15% - -
 
 Non-Renewable Energy - - 2.15% -
 
 Oil Refining and Marketing - - - 2.15%
 
 Cash and Equivalents 1.26% - - -
 
 Consumer Staples 0.93% - - -
 
 Food, Beverage & Tobacco - 0.93% - -
 
 Food Producers - - 0.93% -
 
 Food Products - - - 0.93%
 
 Alternative Trading Strategies 0.70% - - -
 
 Alternative Trading Strategies - 0.70% - -
 
 Alternative Trading Strategies - - 0.70% -
 
 Alternative Trading Strategies - - - 0.70%
 
 Non-Classified 0.00% - - -

Regional Allocation

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  Emerging Asia 70.18%
  Developed Asia 19.72%
  Non-Classified 3.32%
  UK 2.13%
  Australia & New Zealand 1.37%
  Developed Europe - Excl UK 1.26%
  Cash and Equivalents 1.26%
  North America 0.75%

Fixed Interest Currencies

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  Non-Fixed Interest Assets 86.14%
  US Dollar 6.64%
  Cash 3.36%
  Pound Sterling 1.91%
  Euro 0.77%
  Brazilian Real 0.22%
  Other Currencies 0.96%

Regional Breakdown

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Region Country
 
 Emerging Asia 70.18% -
 
 Taiwan - 18.70%
 
 India - 17.47%
 
 China - 14.91%
 
 South Korea - 11.94%
 
 Indonesia - 2.87%
 
 Thailand - 2.25%
 
 Philippines - 1.11%
 
 Viet Nam - 0.93%
 
 Developed Asia 19.72% -
 
 Hong Kong - 11.62%
 
 Singapore - 8.11%
 
 Non-Classified 3.32% -
 
 UK 2.13% -
 
 United Kingdom - 2.13%
 
 Australia & New Zealand 1.37% -
 
 Australia - 1.37%
 
 Developed Europe - Excl UK 1.26% -
 
 Italy - 1.26%
 
 Cash and Equivalents 1.26% -
 
 North America 0.75% -
 
 United States - 0.75%

Breakdown By Market Cap (%)

Mega
 
 
60.04%
Large
 
 
17.56%
Medium
 
 
8.29%
Small
 
 
1.60%
Non-Classified
 
 
11.25%
Cash
 
 
1.26%

Top 10 Holdings

Stock % Weight Sector Country
1 TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY LIMITED 9.68% Technology Hardware & Equipment Taiwan
2 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO. LTD 8.03% Telecommunications Equipment South Korea
3 TENCENT HOLDINGS LIMITED 5.64% Software & Computer Services China
4 HDFC BANK LIMITED 3.40% Banks India
5 MEDIATEK 3.15% Technology Hardware & Equipment Taiwan
6 AIA GROUP LIMITED 2.90% Life Insurance Hong Kong
7 ICICI BANK LIMITED 2.74% Banks India
8 OVERSEA-CHINESE BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED 2.73% Banks Singapore
9 TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED 2.30% Software & Computer Services India
10 DBS GROUP HOLDINGS LTD 2.22% Banks Singapore

Dual Aspect Equity Analysis

UK Equities Int'l Equities UK Bonds Int'l Bonds UK Gilts Property Other Cash & Equiv Total
Technology - 28.85% - - - - - - 28.85%
Telecommunications - 11.88% - - - - - - 11.88%
Financials - 23.40% - - - - 3.32% - 26.72%
Real Estate - 3.10% - - - - - - 3.10%
Consumer Discretionary - 11.38% - - - - - - 11.38%
Consumer Staples - 0.93% - - - - - - 0.93%
Energy - 2.15% - - - - - - 2.15%
Health Care - 3.69% - - - - - - 3.69%
Industrials - 6.55% - - - - - - 6.55%
Basic Materials 1.43% 1.37% - - - - - - 2.80%
Cash and Equivalents - - - - - - - 1.26% 1.26%
Non-Classified - - - - - - 0.70% - 0.70%

Important Information

The Industry Classification Benchmark is a product of FTSE International Limited and has been licensed for use. This factsheet is for information purposes only. If there is information or terminology included that you would like to discuss, then please contact an adviser. Investors should refer to their 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 B5V2VR3
Mex Code SIHAPL
Isin Code GB00B5V2VR34
Citi Code NNC5

Fund Charges

Entry Charge 0.00%
Ongoing Charges 0.96%

Aims and Benchmark

Aims The Fund's investment objective is to maximise capital growth through investment in securities with the emphasis on companies in the Asia (ex Japan) region. Fixed interest securities and real estate investment trusts (REITs) may be included in the portfolio. Investments will be primarily in directly held transferable securities. The fund may also invest in collective investment schemes, cash, deposits, derivatives, warrants and money market instruments.
Benchmark MSCI AC Asia ex Japan (Net Total Return) Index
Benchmark Category -
IA Sector Asia Pacific Excluding Japan

Fund Background

Valuation frequency Daily
Valuation point 12:00
Fund type Unit Trust
Launch price £0.50
Fund currency Pound Sterling
Fund domicile United Kingdom
ISA allowable Yes
SIPP allowable Yes

Distribution Details

Income frequency Annually
Distribution Type Dividend
Distribution Payment Basis Net

Distribution Dates

Ex dividend date(s) Income payment date(s)
01 July 31 August

Ratings

FE Crown Crown Rating of 3

Effect of Deductions

Assuming a growth rate of 6.00% Assuming a growth rate of 7.00%
- -

Fund Administration

Fund Trustee/Depository J.P. Morgan Trustee and Depositary Company Limited
Fund Administrator IFDS
Fund Registrar IFDS
Fund Custodian J.P. Morgan Trustee and Depositary Company Limited

Group Details

Group name Schroder Unit Trusts Limited
Group address 1 London Wall Place, London, EC2Y 5AU United Kingdom
Group telephone 0800 718 777
Dealing telephone 0800 718 788
Email investorservices@schroders.com
Homepage www.schroders.co.uk
Fax number 0870 043 4080

Dealing

Minimum Investment £3000000
Minimum Top Up £100000
Minimum Regular Saving -
Settlement Period: Buy 4 days
Settlement Period: Sell 4 days
Pricing Basis Forward
Dealing Decimals 2

Important Information

Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now. This factsheet is for information purposes only. If there is information or terminology included that you would like to discuss, then please contact an adviser. Investors should refer to their 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 investment can go down as well as up so you might get back less than you put in. This factsheet is for information purposes only. If there is information or terminology included that you would like to discuss, then please contact an adviser. Investors should refer to their 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. "Prudential" is a trading name of The Prudential Assurance Company Limited, which is registered in England and Wales. Registered office at 10 Fenchurch Avenue, London EC3M 5AG. Registered number 15454. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority.