Barings Fund Managers Limited Europe Select Trust Class I Inc
Report And Accounts
Simplified Prospectus / KIID
Performance
Discrete performance - to last month end
| 31/01/21 to 31/01/22 |
31/01/22 to 31/01/23 |
31/01/23 to 31/01/24 |
31/01/24 to 31/01/25 |
31/01/25 to 31/01/26 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 4.5% | -7.1% | 1.3% | 7.9% | 12.9% |
| Sector | 9.0% | -8.3% | 0.5% | 8.3% | 16.5% |
| Rank | 23/26 | 10/26 | 18/26 | 16/26 | 17/26 |
| Quartile | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Annualised performance
| Annualised | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Years to 31/01/26 |
5 Years to 31/01/26 |
10 Years to 31/01/26 |
||
| Fund | 7.3% | 3.7% | 8.4% | |
| Sector | 8.2% | 4.8% | 8.4% | |
| Rank | 18/26 | 20/26 | 14/26 | |
| Quartile | 3 | 4 | 3 | |
Top 10 Holdings
| Stock | % Weight |
|---|---|
| EFG INTERNATIONAL AG | 2.18 |
| VIENNA INSURANCE GROUP | 2.03 |
| NEINOR HOMES SA | 1.81 |
| ROYAL UNIBREW A/S | 1.81 |
| VAN LANSCHOT KEMPEN N.V. | 1.74 |
| KONINKLIJKE VOPAK N.V. | 1.73 |
| SIG GROUP AG | 1.72 |
| FLATEXDEGIRO SE | 1.68 |
| BECHTLE AG | 1.66 |
| WIENERBERGER AG | 1.62 |
| Total | 17.99 |
Fund Aims
The Trust aims to provide a total return, including both capital growth and dividend income (after fees have been deducted), in excess of the MSCI Europe ex UK Small Cap (Total Net Return) Index over a rolling five year period by investing in equity and equity related securities in Europe excluding the United Kingdom.
Fund Manager
William Cuss is an Investment Manager in the Small and Mid-Cap Equity Team and co-manager of the Barings Europe Select Strategy and the Barings International Small Cap Strategy. William has worked in the industry since 2014. Prior to joining the firm in 2016, he worked at Investec as an Equity Analyst focusing on the European consumer staples sector. Before that, William worked as an Auditor for Ernst & Young where he qualified as a Chartered Accountant. William holds a BA (Hons) in History and Politics from the University of Warwick and is a CFA Charterholder.
Rosie Simmonds is an Investment Manager in the Small and Mid-Cap Equity Team and co-manager of the Barings Europe Select Trust and the Barings International Small Cap Strategy. Rosie has worked in the industry since 2007. Prior to joining the firm in 2010, she worked at Baillie Gifford as an Investment Analyst. Rosie holds a degree in Modern History from Oxford University. She was awarded the IMC certificate in 2009 and is a CFA Charterholder.
Nick Williams co-leads the Developed Market Equities Team, is responsible for leading Barings’ Small and Mid-Cap Equity Strategies and is co-manager of the Barings Europe Select Strategy and the Barings International Small Cap Strategy. Nick has worked in the industry since 1990. Prior to joining the firm in 2004, he worked for Singer & Friedlander, managing European All-Cap and Small Cap funds. He holds a degree in English Language and Literature from Oxford University.
Fund Overview
| Mid (11/02/2026) | 5372.00p |
| Historic yield | 0.62% |
| Fund size (31/12/2025) | £414.40m |
| Number of holdings | 92 |
| Entry Charge | 0.00% |
| Ongoing Charges | 0.82% |
| Launch date | 29/08/2012 |
Asset Allocation
| International Equities | 97.42% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.58% | |
| Other Assets | 0.00% |
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 | 97.42% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.58% | |
| Other Assets | 0.00% |
Equity Sector Breakdown
| Industry | Supersector | Sector | Subsector | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrials | 28.76% | - | - | - | |
| Industrial Goods & Services | - | 15.89% | - | - | |
| Electronic & Electrical Equipment | - | - | 4.71% | - | |
| Electronic Equipment: Control & Filter | - | - | - | 2.28% | |
| Electrical Components | - | - | - | 1.54% | |
| Electronic Equipment: Gauges & Meters | - | - | - | 0.89% | |
| Industrial Transportation | - | - | 3.26% | - | |
| Commercial Vehicles & Parts | - | - | - | 1.35% | |
| Transportation Services | - | - | - | 1.30% | |
| Delivery Services | - | - | - | 0.61% | |
| Industrial Engineering | - | - | 3.05% | - | |
| Machinery: Construction & Handling | - | - | - | 1.72% | |
| Machinery: Industrial | - | - | - | 1.33% | |
| Industrial Support Services | - | - | 2.51% | - | |
| Security Services | - | - | - | 1.40% | |
| Industrial Suppliers | - | - | - | 1.10% | |
| General Industrials | - | - | 2.37% | - | |
| Containers & Packaging | - | - | - | 1.72% | |
| Diversified Industrials | - | - | - | 0.65% | |
| Construction & Materials | - | 12.87% | - | - | |
| Construction & Materials | - | - | 12.87% | - | |
| Building Materials: Other | - | - | - | 4.74% | |
| Building: Climate Control | - | - | - | 3.58% | |
| Construction | - | - | - | 3.34% | |
| Engineering & Contracting Services | - | - | - | 1.22% | |
| Financials | 22.71% | - | - | - | |
| Banks | - | 13.55% | - | - | |
| Banks | - | - | 13.55% | - | |
| Banks | - | - | - | 13.55% | |
| Insurance | - | 5.50% | - | - | |
| Non-life Insurance | - | - | 5.50% | - | |
| Full Line Insurance | - | - | - | 4.27% | |
| Property & Casualty Insurance | - | - | - | 1.23% | |
| Financial Services | - | 3.65% | - | - | |
| Investment Banking & Brokerage Services | - | - | 3.65% | - | |
| Investment Services | - | - | - | 1.68% | |
| Asset Managers & Custodians | - | - | - | 1.23% | |
| Diversified Financial Services | - | - | - | 0.75% | |
| Consumer Discretionary | 12.06% | - | - | - | |
| Consumer Products & Services | - | 4.21% | - | - | |
| Leisure Goods | - | - | 3.90% | - | |
| Recreational Products | - | - | - | 1.69% | |
| Electronic Entertainment | - | - | - | 1.25% | |
| Toys | - | - | - | 0.96% | |
| Personal Goods | - | - | 0.31% | - | |
| Cosmetics | - | - | - | 0.31% | |
| Retail | - | 2.44% | - | - | |
| Retailers | - | - | 2.44% | - | |
| Specialty Retailers | - | - | - | 2.44% | |
| Media | - | 2.18% | - | - | |
| Media | - | - | 2.18% | - | |
| Entertainment | - | - | - | 1.16% | |
| Media Agencies | - | - | - | 1.02% | |
| Automobiles & Parts | - | 1.72% | - | - | |
| Automobiles & Parts | - | - | 1.72% | - | |
| Auto Parts | - | - | - | 1.72% | |
| Travel & Leisure | - | 1.52% | - | - | |
| Travel & Leisure | - | - | 1.52% | - | |
| Casinos & Gambling | - | - | - | 1.52% | |
| Technology | 8.57% | - | - | - | |
| Technology | - | 8.57% | - | - | |
| Software & Computer Services | - | - | 5.98% | - | |
| Computer Services | - | - | - | 5.98% | |
| Technology Hardware & Equipment | - | - | 2.59% | - | |
| Semiconductors | - | - | - | 1.37% | |
| Production Technology Equipment | - | - | - | 1.22% | |
| Consumer Staples | 5.42% | - | - | - | |
| Food, Beverage & Tobacco | - | 4.59% | - | - | |
| Food Producers | - | - | 2.78% | - | |
| Food Products | - | - | - | 2.78% | |
| Beverages | - | - | 1.81% | - | |
| Brewers | - | - | - | 1.81% | |
| Personal Care, Drug & Grocery Stores | - | 0.83% | - | - | |
| Personal Care, Drug & Grocery Stores | - | - | 0.83% | - | |
| Food Retailers & Wholesalers | - | - | - | 0.83% | |
| Health Care | 5.35% | - | - | - | |
| Health Care | - | 5.35% | - | - | |
| Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology | - | - | 3.91% | - | |
| Pharmaceuticals | - | - | - | 2.16% | |
| Biotechnology | - | - | - | 1.76% | |
| Medical Equipment & Services | - | - | 1.44% | - | |
| Medical Equipment | - | - | - | 1.44% | |
| Utilities | 4.41% | - | - | - | |
| Utilities | - | 4.41% | - | - | |
| Electricity | - | - | 2.27% | - | |
| Alternative Electricity | - | - | - | 2.27% | |
| Gas, Water & Multi-utilities | - | - | 1.53% | - | |
| Multi-Utilities | - | - | - | 1.53% | |
| Waste & Disposal Services | - | - | 0.61% | - | |
| Waste & Disposal Services | - | - | - | 0.61% | |
| Real Estate | 3.77% | - | - | - | |
| Real Estate | - | 3.77% | - | - | |
| Real Estate Investment & Services | - | - | 3.77% | - | |
| Real Estate Holding and Development | - | - | - | 3.77% | |
| Energy | 2.68% | - | - | - | |
| Energy | - | 2.68% | - | - | |
| Non-Renewable Energy | - | - | 2.68% | - | |
| Oil Equipment & Services | - | - | - | 2.68% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.58% | - | - | - | |
| Basic Materials | 2.21% | - | - | - | |
| Basic Resources | - | 1.29% | - | - | |
| Industrial Metals & Mining | - | - | 1.29% | - | |
| Metal Fabricating | - | - | - | 1.29% | |
| Chemicals | - | 0.92% | - | - | |
| Chemicals | - | - | 0.92% | - | |
| Specialty Chemicals | - | - | - | 0.92% | |
| Telecommunications | 1.48% | - | - | - | |
| Telecommunications | - | 1.48% | - | - | |
| Telecommunications Service Providers | - | - | 1.16% | - | |
| Telecommunications Services | - | - | - | 1.16% | |
| Telecommunications Equipment | - | - | 0.32% | - | |
| Telecommunications Equipment | - | - | - | 0.32% | |
| Non-Classified | 0.00% | - | - | - | |
Regional Allocation
| Developed Europe - Excl UK | 97.42% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.58% |
Fixed Interest Currencies
| Non-Fixed Interest Assets | 95.91% | |
| Cash | 2.82% | |
| Swiss Franc | 1.27% |
Regional Breakdown
| Region | Country | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Developed Europe - Excl UK | 97.42% | - | |
Spain
|
- | 14.30% | |
Sweden
|
- | 13.01% | |
Switzerland
|
- | 11.82% | |
France
|
- | 9.86% | |
Germany
|
- | 9.76% | |
Netherlands
|
- | 8.90% | |
Austria
|
- | 8.13% | |
Denmark
|
- | 6.76% | |
Italy
|
- | 5.74% | |
Finland
|
- | 4.78% | |
Norway
|
- | 1.56% | |
Luxembourg
|
- | 1.22% | |
Belgium
|
- | 1.02% | |
Ireland
|
- | 0.58% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.58% | - | |
Breakdown By Market Cap (%)
| Large |
|
13.15% |
| Medium |
|
57.78% |
| Small |
|
15.68% |
| Micro |
|
1.00% |
| Non-Classified |
|
9.80% |
| Cash |
|
2.58% |
Top 10 Holdings
| Stock | % Weight | Sector | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EFG INTERNATIONAL AG | 2.18% | Banks | Switzerland |
| 2 | VIENNA INSURANCE GROUP | 2.03% | Non-life Insurance | Austria |
| 3 | NEINOR HOMES SA | 1.81% | Real Estate Investment & Services | Spain |
| 4 | ROYAL UNIBREW A/S | 1.81% | Beverages | Denmark |
| 5 | VAN LANSCHOT KEMPEN N.V. | 1.74% | Banks | Netherlands |
| 6 | KONINKLIJKE VOPAK N.V. | 1.73% | Non-Renewable Energy | Netherlands |
| 7 | SIG GROUP AG | 1.72% | General Industrials | Switzerland |
| 8 | FLATEXDEGIRO SE | 1.68% | Investment Banking & Brokerage Services | Germany |
| 9 | BECHTLE AG | 1.66% | Software & Computer Services | Germany |
| 10 | WIENERBERGER AG | 1.62% | Construction & Materials | Austria |
Dual Aspect Equity Analysis
| UK Equities | Int'l Equities | UK Bonds | Int'l Bonds | UK Gilts | Property | Other | Cash & Equiv | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | - | 8.57% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 8.57% |
| Telecommunications | - | 1.48% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1.48% |
| Financials | - | 22.71% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 22.71% |
| Real Estate | - | 3.77% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3.77% |
| Consumer Discretionary | - | 12.06% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 12.06% |
| Consumer Staples | - | 5.42% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5.42% |
| Energy | - | 2.68% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2.68% |
| Utilities | - | 4.41% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 4.41% |
| Health Care | - | 5.35% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5.35% |
| Industrials | - | 28.76% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 28.76% |
| Basic Materials | - | 2.21% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2.21% |
| Cash and Equivalents | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2.58% | 2.58% |
| Non-Classified | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 | B7NB1W7 |
| Mex Code | BATFIC |
| Isin Code | GB00B7NB1W76 |
| Citi Code | G60A |
Fund Charges
| Entry Charge | 0.00% |
| Ongoing Charges | 0.82% |
Aims and Benchmark
| Aims | The Trust aims to provide a total return, including both capital growth and dividend income (after fees have been deducted), in excess of the MSCI Europe ex UK Small Cap (Total Net Return) Index over a rolling five year period by investing in equity and equity related securities in Europe excluding the United Kingdom. |
| Benchmark | MSCI Europe ex UK Small Cap (Total Net Return) Index |
| Benchmark Category | - |
| IA Sector | European Smaller Companies |
Fund Background
| Valuation frequency | Daily |
| Valuation point | 12:00 |
| Fund type | Unit Trust |
| Launch price | £1.00 |
| Fund currency | Pound Sterling |
| Fund domicile | United Kingdom |
| ISA allowable | Yes |
| SIPP allowable | Yes |
Distribution Details
| Income frequency | Biannually |
| Distribution Type | Dividend |
| Distribution Payment Basis | Net |
Distribution Dates
| Ex dividend date(s) | Income payment date(s) |
|---|---|
| 01 March | 30 April |
| 01 September | 31 October |
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 | NatWest Trustee and Depositary Services Limited |
| Fund Administrator | Northern Trust Global Services SE |
| Fund Registrar | The Northern Trust Company |
| Fund Custodian | Northern Trust Global Services SE |
Group Details
| Group name | Barings Fund Managers Limited |
| Group address | PO Box 831 155 Bishopsgate London EC2M 3YS |
| Group telephone | 020 7214 1004 |
| Dealing telephone | 020 7214 1004 |
| uk.sales@barings.com | |
| Homepage | www.barings.com |
| Fax number | 020 7214 1655 |
Dealing
| Minimum Investment | £10000000 |
| Minimum Top Up | £500 |
| Minimum Regular Saving | - |
| Settlement Period: Buy | 3 days |
| Settlement Period: Sell | 3 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 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.
Risk Analysis
| Ratio | Value |
|---|---|
| Alpha | 0.15 |
| Beta | 0.90 |
| Sharpe | 0.36 |
| Standard Deviation | 10.54 |
| Info Ratio | -0.21 |
Risk Factors
| Risk Factor | Yes / No |
|---|---|
| Charges to Capital | No |
| Emerging Markets | No |
| Concentrated Portfolio | No |
| Smaller Companies | Yes |
| High Yield Bonds | No |
| Sector Specific | No |
| Geared Investments | No |
| Value of Investments | Yes |
| Investments Long Term | Yes |
| Property | No |
| Exchange Rate | Yes |
| Higher Risk | No |
| Performance Charges | No |
| Derivative Exposure | No |
| Offshore | No |
| Income Eroding Capital Growth | No |
| Umbrella Liabilities | No |
| New Fund | No |
| Solvency of Depository | No |
| Solvency of Bond Issuers | No |
| Ethical Restrictions | No |
| Liquidity | No |
| Returns Are Not Guaranteed | Yes |
| Inflation | Yes |
| Taxation and Tax Relief | Yes |
Fund Specific Risks
Smaller Companies
The fund invests in smaller companies. Smaller companies shares can be more volatile and less liquid than larger company shares, so smaller companies funds can carry more risk.
Value of Investments
The value of investments, and any income can fall, as well as rise, so you could get back less than you invested. Neither capital nor income is guaranteed.
Investments Long Term
Investments should be regarded as long term and are not suitable for money which may be needed in the short term, you should always have a sufficient cash reserve.
Exchange Rate
This fund invests in securities outside the UK. The value of investments and any income from them may therefore decrease or increase as a result of changes in exchange rates between currencies.
Returns Are Not Guaranteed
What you receive when you sell your investment is not guaranteed; it depends on how your investments perform.
Inflation
Inflation will reduce the real value of your investments in future.
Taxation and Tax Relief
Levels of taxation and tax relief are subject to change.
Important Information
The risk factor definitions are provided by Broadridge. These definitions may differ from those of Prudential or any underlying fund manager. The data itself is provided by Prudential or the underlying fund manager.
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.
'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.