International Small Cap

Seeking Well-Rounded Stocks At A Discount

 

The SBH International Small Cap strategy is comprised of companies we believe exhibit traditional Value characteristics coupled with positive company momentum factors designed to outperform the market over the long term in a variety of market conditions. We utilize an investment approach that is systematic, diversified, and risk-aware, adhering to a model that efficiently identifies well-rounded stocks that are mispriced. Our optimization process seeks to take significant active risk in areas where alpha can be systematically captured and aims to avoid exposure to uncompensated risks.

Investment Philosophy

We seek to capitalize on Value’s advantage for investors. Long-term investors can look through temporary setbacks, enabling them to take advantage of the long-term benefits. Our investment process is based on the following beliefs: - Value Wins Over Time – Compounding long-term gains for investors - At times, investor enthusiasm can boost Growth stock valuations to excessive heights - Historical experience shows that Value comes roaring back from such periods, typically with very strong excess returns

Strategy Description

Proprietary Ranking Process

 

  • Quantitative model derived from the best practices of traditional fundamental analysis
  • Each security within the universe is ranked (1-20) based on traditional valuation metrics, as well as momentum and profitability factors
  • Rankings seek to systematically identify undervalued stocks that simultaneously exhibit other attractive characteristics
  • This multi-factor approach targets balanced or “well-rounded” securities

Process Built to be Balanced & Robust

Investment Universe

 

  • Evaluates approximately 2,200 companies in 21 developed markets
    –Market capitalization generally less than $3.5 billion
  • Stocks are grouped by sector within region (and sub-region)

We integrate Environmental, Social and Governance factors into our

investment process
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Approach

  • Quantitatively Driven

    Systematic, objective methodology that derives its advantage from unemotional adherence to drivers of excess returns. Broad stock coverage facilitated by systematization of our investment methodology.

  • Valuation

    Equity research on international markets has demonstrated that stocks with low valuation ratios have historically produced superior returns over more expensive stocks. Markets are inefficient and thus a disciplined investor can uncover and capitalize on mispricings over the long term.
  • Intelligent Risk Taking

    We focus our risk allocation where the largest potential reward exists and limit bets that introduce excessive risk levels relative to the associated expected return. Strict adherence to these disciplines, including neutrality to region and sectors, gives the portfolio attractive risk characteristics. We additionally monitor Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors as a risk measure.

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Investment Vehicles

  • Separate Account
  • CIT
  • Mutual Fund

International Small Cap Equity strategy facts

The International Small Cap Equity strategy seeks long-term capital appreciation and is available in separate accounts and CITs.

Insights

April 11, 2025
1st Quarter Recap: Treasuries ShineFixed income returns were strong–driven by Treasuries–as investors sought stability amidst changing dynamics around global trade policies.
March 27, 2025
Value/Growth Cycles: Their Durations and the Extraordinary Current CycleMany economic and financial measures go through cycles – economic cycles (GDP, profits), financial market cycles (bull/bear stock markets, interest rate cycles) and intra-market cycles (value versus growth, large versus small).
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March 19, 2025
Lower Yields in FebruaryMunicipal bonds in February ended the month with a move lower in yields. However, the Bloomberg IG Muni Index lagged other Bloomberg FI indices such as UST and US Corps.

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