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LONDON - Amidst an uncertain economic climate marked by ongoing tariff disputes and volatile markets, Montanaro European Smaller Companies Trust PLC (LSE:MTE) has positioned itself to capitalize on the current situation by focusing on high-quality growth stocks. The trust’s strategy appears to be paying off as European stocks, particularly in Germany, have shown resilience due to increased defence and infrastructure spending, as well as declining interest rates.
MTE has implemented several measures aimed at enhancing shareholder value. These include regular 5% tender offers, a policy to maintain a single-digit discount to net asset value (NAV), and reducing management fees. These steps underscore the trust’s commitment to providing liquidity and potentially improving returns for its investors.
The trust’s board believes that European small-cap equities are significantly undervalued when compared to their large-cap counterparts, despite the fact that they offer superior earnings growth. This valuation gap presents a strategic opportunity for MTE, which specializes in investing in smaller European companies.
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