Standard Life UK Smaller Companies
Equity UK
The Standard Life UK Smaller Companies Fund fully invests in the abrdn OEIC UK Smaller Companies Fund. The aim of the abrdn OEIC UK Smaller Companies Fund is summarised below. The fund aims to generate growth over the long term (5 years or more) by investing in UK small-capitalisation equities (company shares). Portfolio securities - The fund will invest at least 60% in equities of UK smaller companies. - The fund may also invest up to 40% in larger UK companies. - The fund may also invest in other funds (including those managed by abrdn), cash and assets that can be turned into cash quickly. Income received by the fund will be reinvested and reflected in the unit price of the fund.
The fund invests in the Standard Life Investments UK Smaller Companies Fund which aims to provide long term growth by investing mainly in the shares of smaller companies listed on the UK stock market. The fund is actively managed by our investment team, who will select stocks to try to take advantage of opportunities they have identified.
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501.10
EUR
-6.60 (-1.30%) past 3 year
as of 19 May 2026Consumer Discretionary
27.7%
Technology
17.4%
Financials
15.8%
Industrials
11.4%
Other
6.0%
Real Estate
5.4%
Consumer Staples
5.3%
Telecommunications
4.7%
Health Care
3.3%
Basic Materials
3.0%
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Underlying fund: abrdn OEIC UK Smaller Companies Fund
Managed by abrdn
The Fund and its holdings may use derivatives for the purpose of efficient portfolio management, reduction of risk or to meet its respective investment objective if this is permitted and appropriate. The fund can use derivatives in order to meet its investment objective or to protect from price and currency movements. This may result in gains or losses that are greater than the original amount invested. Derivatives are financial instruments which derive their value from an underlying asset, such as a company share or a bond, and are used routinely in global financial markets. Used correctly, derivatives offer an effective and cost-efficient way of investing in financial markets. However, derivatives can lead to increased volatility of returns in a fund, thus requiring a robust and extensive risk management process. Some derivatives give rise to increased potential for loss where the fund’s counterparty defaults in meeting its payment obligations.
The assets in this fund may be used for the purpose of securities lending in order to earn an additional level of return and offset the cost of the fund. While securities lending increases the level of risk in the fund it may provide an opportunity to increase the investment return.
ESG & sustainability
The fund is managed using an investment process that integrates environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) factors but does not promote ESG characteristics or have specific sustainable investment objectives. This means that while ESG factors and risks are considered, they may or may not impact portfolio construction. abrdn, the Investment Manager of the fund, integrates sustainability risks and opportunities into its research, analysis and investment decision-making process. abrdn believes that the consideration of sustainability risks and opportunities of a company can have a material impact on a company’s competitive position and future success and as such on long-term investment returns for investors. abrdn’s ESG integration requires, in addition to its inclusion in the investment decision making process, appropriate monitoring of sustainability considerations in risk management, portfolio monitoring, engagement and stewardship activities. abrdn also engages with policymakers on ESG and stewardship matters. Combining the integration of sustainability risks and opportunities with broader monitoring and engagement activities may affect the value of investments and therefore returns.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Standard Life UK Smaller Companies.
The Standard Life UK Smaller Companies Fund invests by fully investing in the abrdn OEIC UK Smaller Companies Fund. It aims for long-term growth by holding mainly UK small-capitalisation equities, meaning shares in smaller UK-listed companies. At least 60% of the portfolio is in UK smaller companies, with up to 40% allowed in larger UK companies and some cash or other funds.
The Standard Life UK Smaller Companies Fund is designed for investors with a long-term horizon of 5 years or more. Its objective is growth over that period rather than regular income, because income received is reinvested into the fund. It may suit investors who are comfortable with the higher ups and downs that can come with smaller-company shares.
The Standard Life UK Smaller Companies Fund is actively managed by Abby Glennie and Amanda Yeaman through the underlying abrdn OEIC UK Smaller Companies Fund. Active management means the managers choose investments rather than simply tracking an index. The fund also integrates ESG factors into its research and decision-making, although it does not have a specific sustainable investment objective.
The Standard Life UK Smaller Companies Fund carries equity risk, currency risk, counterparty risk, liquidity risk, smaller companies risk, derivatives risk and securities lending risk. Equity risk means share prices can fall as well as rise, while currency risk means overseas-related currency moves can affect returns. Smaller companies can be more volatile and harder to sell quickly, so the fund may move around more than a broad market fund.
Yes. The Standard Life UK Smaller Companies Fund may use derivatives for efficient portfolio management, to reduce risk, or to help meet its investment objective, and it may also use them to protect against price or currency movements. Derivatives are financial contracts whose value depends on another asset, and they can increase gains or losses. The fund may also use securities lending, which can add extra return but increases risk.
Standard Life UK Smaller Companies
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