The Global Smaller Companies Trust Plc

BMO Global Smaller Companies PLC operates as a closed-ended equity investment trust, with F&C Investment Business Ltd responsible for its management. The trust's core objective is to invest in publicly traded small-capitalization companies across various global sectors. Its strategy involves identifying both growth-oriented and value opportunities within the small-cap market. Portfolio construction is guided by rigorous fundamental analysis, examining factors such as the caliber of management, competitive position within target markets, future growth blueprints, and the robustness of cash flow generation. To evaluate its performance, the fund employs a composite benchmark consisting of 30% Numis UK Smaller Companies (excluding investment companies) Index and 70% MSCI All Country World ex UK Small Cap Index. Originally founded on February 15, 1889, under the name F&C Smaller Companies plc, the entity is domiciled in the United Kingdom.