Schroder European Smaller Cos Retail A Accumulation Units
Also available as income units
At a glance
| Initial charge | 5.25% |
|---|---|
| Initial saving | 5.25% |
| Annual charge | 1.50% |
| Annual saving | 0.250% ² |
| Total Expense Ratio | 1.72% |
| Launch date | 22-08-1989 |
| Launch price | £0.50 |
| Sector | Euro Smaller Cos |
| Fund size | £64 million |
| Number of holdings | 87 |
| Fund type | Unit Trust |
| Type of units | Accumulation |
Ways to Invest
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Heavy exposure to industrials has been detrimental in an environment where investors are concerned about slowing economic growth. This is a higher risk and volatile sector.Full research
About the Fund Manager
Iain McNaught
Located in: London
Degree in Engineering. Investment career commenced in 1999 upon joining Schroders' graduate training programme. Joined Schroders' UK (now Pan European) Small and Mid Cap Team in 2001, as a fund manager, after a year working in UK client service and fund management - special responsibilities for Benelux and French equities. Currently managing a number of European small cap portfolios. CFA Charter holder and Associate Director.
Income details
| Running yield | 0.04% (net) |
|---|---|
| Income paid | Annually |
| Type of payment | Dividend |
All yields are variable and not guaranteed. The information is correct as at 30-09-2007.
Distribution dates
| Ex-dividend date | 30 November 2009 |
|---|---|
| Payment date ³ | 31 January 2009 |
Top 10 holdings
| Acea S.p.A. | 2.99% |
|---|---|
| Acino Holding AG | 2.73% |
| BKW FMB Energie AG | 2.72% |
| Virbac S.A. | 2.67% |
| Saft Groupe SA | 2.56% |
| Enagas S.A. | 2.51% |
| Swedish Match AB | 2.39% |
| Babis Vovos-International Construction S.A. | 2.31% |
| Bank Sarasin & Cie. AG | 2.21% |
| Dcc | 2.19% |
Top 10 sectors
| Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology | 10.60% |
|---|---|
| Oil Equipment, Services & Distribution | 8.23% |
| Electricity | 7.84% |
| Software & Computer Services | 6.55% |
| Electronic & Electrical Equipment | 6.11% |
| Cash and Equiv. | 5.23% |
| Gas, Water & Multiutilities | 4.49% |
| Financial Services | 4.29% |
| Non-Classified | 4.25% |
| Industrial Engineering | 3.90% |
Top 10 countries
| France | 18.05% |
|---|---|
| Switzerland | 16.68% |
| Netherlands | 10.68% |
| Germany | 10.06% |
| Italy | 5.67% |
| Spain | 5.61% |
| Austria | 5.58% |
| Cash and Equiv. | 5.23% |
| Greece | 4.81% |
| Belgium | 4.68% |
² Annual saving is not available in the SIPP.
³ If you elect to receive the income from a Vantage ISA, Fund or Share Account, we will collect any dividends for you and then pay them directly into your bank account within the first 10 working days of the following month.
Last valuation as at 07-01-2009. Data accurate as at 30/11/2008.
