The Firetrail Australian Small Companies Fund is a concentrated portfolio of our most compelling Australian Small Company ideas.
A high conviction, all cap Australian equity portfolio designed for alpha generation
Vanguard MSCI Australian Small Companies Index ETF seeks to track the return of the MSCI Australian Shares Small Cap Index before taking into account fees, expenses and tax.
The K2 Australian Small Cap Hedge Fund - Complex ETF (ASX: KSM), provides investors with the opportunity to invest in a diversified Australian Small / Mid cap equities fund directly via the ASX.
Spheria Emerging Companies Limited (ASX: SEC) is a listed investment company (LIC) that provides investors with access to an actively managed, Australian and New Zealand small and micro companies portfolio, designed for investors seeking capital growth and portfolio diversification.
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 Portfolio is to grow the value of your investment, primarily through capital growth by investing in a portfolio of shares in emerging Australian companies.
Through Invesco’s proprietary investment model, the Fund seeks to unlock persistent long-term excess returns by investing in smaller companies listed on the Australian share market, predominantly outside the S&P/ASX 100 Index.
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 seeks to achieve superior total returns by providing medium to long term capital growth investing in smaller capitalisation 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.
A high conviction, benchmark agnostic Australian equities fund aiming to capture real earnings per share growth over the long-term.
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)
The Merewether Capital Inception Fund invests in small and microcap companies listed on the ASX, with the ability to invest in pre-IPO opportunities. (For Wholesale Investors only)
WAM Research provides investors with exposure to a diversified portfolio of undervalued growth companies, which are generally small-to-medium sized industrial companies listed on the ASX.
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.
