Podcast: Opportunities in global small and mid-cap stocks

Stock commentary is illustrative only, not a recommendation to buy, hold, or sell any security. Past performance is not indicative of future returns. 

Key times:

    • Intro to the global small and mid-cap sector: 1:30
    • Managing risk in global SMIDs: 7:30
    • The macro backdrop for global SMIDs: 10:00
    • Why industry research is so important in global SMIDs: 13:30
    • Key performance drivers for the Antipodes Global SMID Fund: 18:30
    • Investing in global small and mid-cap stocks in the energy sector: 20:00
    • James’ pick for the most under-appreciated SMID stock in Antipodes’ portfolio: 26:30


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This content is prepared by Antipodes Partners Limited (‘Antipodes’) (ABN 29 602 042 035, AFSL 481 580) as the investment manager of the Antipodes Global SMID Active ETF (ARSN 654 913 309) (the ‘Fund’). Pinnacle Fund Services Limited (‘PFSL’) (ABN 29 082 494 362, AFSL 238371) is the product issuer of the Fund and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pinnacle Investment Management Group Limited (‘Pinnacle’) (ABN 22 100 325 184). PFSL is not licensed to provide financial product advice.
The information is general information only and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making a decision to acquire, or continue to hold units in, the Fund, you should consider the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) and Target Market Determination (TMD). For historic TMDs, please contact Pinnacle Client Services via phone 1300 010 311 or email  service@pinnacleinvestment.com. Any persons relying on this information should obtain professional advice before doing so and consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to your specific circumstances.
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance and the repayment of capital is not guaranteed. The specific risks associated with investing in the Fund, and the risks associated with the Fund’s investments, are discussed in Section 3 of the PDS. Any opinions and forecasts reflect the judgment and assumptions of Antipodes and its representatives on the basis of information available as at the date of publication and may later change without notice.
Neither PFSL nor Antipodes guarantees repayment of capital or any particular rate of return from the Fund.  There can be no assurance that the Fund will achieve its investment objectives. The value of your units at any point in time may be worth less than your original investment even after taking into account the reinvestment of Fund distributions. Returns are not guaranteed, and you may lose some or all of your money. The specific risks associated with investing in the Fund, and the risks associated with the Fund’s investments, are discussed in Section 3 of the Product Disclosure Statement. Neither PFSL nor Antipodes gives any representation or warranty as to the currency, reliability, completeness or accuracy of the information contained in this website. All opinions and estimates included in this website constitute judgments of Antipodes as at the date of website creation and are subject to change without notice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
The Zenith Investment Partners (ABN 27 103 132 672, AFS Licence 226872) (“Zenith”) rating (Antipodes Global SMID Active ETF assigned February 2025) referred to in this piece is limited to “General Advice” (s766B Corporations Act 2001) for Wholesale clients only. This advice has been prepared without taking into account the objectives, financial situation or needs of any individual, including target markets of financial products, where applicable, and is subject to change at any time without prior notice. It is not a specific recommendation to purchase, sell or hold the relevant product(s). Investors should seek independent financial advice before making an investment decision and should consider the appropriateness of this advice in light of their own objectives, financial situation and needs. Investors should obtain a copy of, and consider the PDS or offer document before making any decision and refer to the full Zenith Product Assessment available on the Zenith website. Past performance is not an indication of future performance. Zenith usually charges the product issuer, fund manager or related party to conduct Product Assessments. Full details regarding Zenith’s methodology, ratings definitions and regulatory compliance are available on our Product Assessments and at Fund Research Regulatory Guidelines.
Zenith Investment Partners Pty Ltd ABN 27 103 132 672 AFSL 226872 Fund Awards issued 23 October 2025 are solely statements of opinion and not a recommendation in relation to making any investment decisions. Fund Awards are current for 12 months and subject to change at any time. Fund Awards for previous years are for historical purposes only. Full details on Zenith Fund Awards at www.zenithpartners.com.au/zenith-fund-awards-2025
The rating issued 04/2025 for the Antipodes Global SMID Active ETF is published by Lonsec Research Pty Ltd ABN 11 151 658 561 AFSL 421 445 (Lonsec). Ratings are general advice only, and have been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider your personal circumstances, read the product disclosure statement and seek independent financial advice before investing. The rating is not a recommendation to purchase, sell or hold any product. Past performance information is not indicative of future performance. Ratings are subject to change without notice and Lonsec assumes no obligation to update. Lonsec uses objective criteria and receives a fee from the Fund Manager. Visit lonsec.com.au for ratings information and to access the full report. © 2025 Lonsec. All rights reserved.

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