The Fund provides an opportunity to access a highly experienced investment team with a proven track record of prudent, common sense investing.
The ASF aims to provide Eligible Investors with access to a portfolio of ASX listed equity securities outside the S&P/ASX 100 Index. The portfolio may also have some exposure to ASX listed securities and global companies. (Wholesale Investors Only)
NGE Capital offers investors exposure to an actively managed, concentrated portfolio of high conviction investments.
The Fund's objective is to earn long term returns superior to that of our competitors with less-than-average risk of loss. (For Wholesale Investors Only)
A portfolio of micro-cap Australian companies spread across a diversified range of industries & stages of development. Acorn Capital invests in innovative companies that display sustainable competitive advantage & strong management teams.
MVS is an Australian small caps ETF, giving investors exposure to a diversified portfolio of ASX-listed small companies. This Australian small companies ETF aims to provide investment returns, before fees and other costs, which track the performance of the Index.
The Fund invests in a concentrated portfolio of small company securities listed in Australia and New Zealand.
WAM Microcap provides investors access to a portfolio of undervalued micro-cap growth companies with a market capitalisation of less than $300 million at the time of acquisition. WAM Microcap also provides exposure to relative value arbitrage and market mispricing opportunities.
Thorney Opportunities Ltd [TOP] is an ASX listed investment company (LIC) which concentrates on producing absolute returns for shareholders over the medium to long term. Its primary focus is on the careful selection of investments which enables TOP to be a constructive catalyst towards unlocking the value in the companies that it identifies.
The objective of the Fund is to outperform the benchmark over the long term after fees and expenses, by investing in a diversified portfolio of mainly smaller and mid-cap companies
The Ophir High Conviction Fund is accessible via the ASX and is a concentrated long only, small and mid cap Australian equities fund. The Ophir High Conviction Fund focuses on identifying high quality businesses exposed to structural growth opportunities. With a bias toward cash generative businesses with sound balance sheets and highly capable management teams, the Fund seeks to identify these opportunities early in a company’s life cycle, when it is typically under-researched and under-valued by the investment market.
Investing in high conviction strategic stakes where there is potential to unlock ‘trapped’ value through an active, private equity style investment approach
The Fund takes a long-only investing approach to its portfolio with a view to invest in, on average, 25 to 40 positions across the ASX300. (For Wholesale Investors Only)
H&G High Conviction Fund is an equity fund with a focus on Ex-ASX300 listed companies. (For Wholesale Investors only)
The Fund seeks to achieve superior total returns by providing medium to long term capital growth investing in smaller capitalisation companies.
Australian Small & Mid Cap Equity Funds are investment funds focused on stocks of smaller companies listed on the Australian Stock Exchange.
This segment of the equity market offers investors opportunities for capital growth, often with higher potential returns than larger cap stocks, while also coming with distinct risks.
Australian Small & Mid Cap Equity Funds primarily invest in companies with smaller market capitalizations—typically classified as those with a market capitalization under $3 billion (small cap) and between $3 billion and $10 billion (mid cap).
These funds aim to capture the upside potential of smaller companies that may not be as widely followed as large caps, often leading to opportunities for higher growth.
There are two main types of Australian Small & Mid Cap Equity Funds:
There are two main features of Australian Small & Mid Cap Equity Funds:
There are three main risks of investing in Australian Small & Mid Cap Equity Funds:
When comparing these funds, investors should consider the following factors:
Investors can gain exposure to Australian Small & Mid Cap Equity Funds through:
A small-cap stock typically has a market capitalisation of under $3 billion.
A mid-cap stock generally falls between $3 billion and $10 billion in market capitalisation.
Small & Mid Cap Equity Funds are generally better suited to risk-tolerant investors looking for higher growth asset classes.
Capital gains generation can lead to tax liabilities and income tax is payable on fund distributions, varying by individual circumstances.
Investors can generally redeem their units by following the fund's specific withdrawal process which can take time.
Yes, due to market volatility and fund performance risks.
It is advisable to assess your portfolio at least annually, or more frequently if market conditions change.
This varies by fund. Some funds may have minimum initial investments ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.
Australian Small & Mid Cap Equity Funds represent a distinctive investment opportunity with the potential for significant capital growth. This asset class presents both unique benefits and risks.
By understanding the types of Australian Small & Mid Cap Equity Funds available and how to evaluate them, investors can make informed decisions that align their portfolios with their risk tolerance and investment objectives.
