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AUM 30.09.2025
Figures are representative and are used here for illustrative purposes only.
The Strategy’s investment objective is to achieve long term capital growth. The Strategy seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a broad range of shares from companies domiciled in developed and developing (emerging market) Asian countries, or from companies which generate a significant amount of their business from these countries.
The Investment Manager seeks to identify growth opportunities by looking at global growth expectations, demand drivers, supply drivers (including those which impact changes in supply), macroeconomic trends (such as social demographic trends, monetary and fiscal policy, government models, and competitiveness) and factors impacting company valuations to establish a dynamic understanding of the economic backdrop to the investment universe.
The Investment Manager’s process incorporates quantitative and qualitative analysis of environmental, societal and governance policies, performance, practices and impacts. The Investment Manager uses quantitative analysis (exclusionary screening) to avoid companies involved in activities deemed unacceptable or controversial from an environmental, societal and governance perspective, and uses qualitative methods (third party research and internal analysis) to identify companies which can demonstrate continual improvement from an environmental, societal and governance perspective.
The Strategy will seek to invest in a diversified portfolio of equity securities and equity related securities of, or relating to companies, which are domiciled, or exercise the predominant part of their economic activity, in Asian developed and emerging markets.
Prior to joining Polar Capital, Jorry worked at various firms including Nordea Investment Management, Danske Capital, F&C Investment Management, New Star Asset Management and BankInvest Asset Management.
Prior to joining HALO in 2017, she worked at BlackRock Investment Management, from 2009, as an Equity Analyst in their Global Emerging Markets team. She joined from New Star Asset Management where she began her career as an Operations Assistant in 2004, leaving in 2009 as an Assistant Fund Manager, Asian equities.
Peter joined Polar Capital in April 2018. Prior to joining Polar Capital, Peter worked for Nordea Asset Management as an analyst on their Emerging Markets team and prior to his tenure at Nordea Asset Management he worked as a junior sell side analyst for Jyske Bank in their corporate bonds team.
Jerry has also worked for BlackRock as a fundamental equity research analyst based in London and the US, specialising in the global consumer and technology sectors. Further to this, Jerry is a native speaker of Mandarin and fluent in English.
Jordan joined the Polar Capital Emerging Markets & Asia Team as an Investment Analyst in August 2025. He began his career with Polar Capital in 2023 as a Client Services Executive, following his graduation from the University of Leeds where he studied Economics and Mathematics.
Andy joined Polar Capital in June 2018. Previously, Andy was a portfolio manager at Laxey Partners Ltd, having joined the firm in 2008. During his tenure at Laxey, Andy specialised in Chinese and China-related equities. Andy is a native speaker of Mandarin and fluent in English.
Aatman has provided investment research and advisory services on Indian equities to Polar Capital’s Emerging Markets and Asia team since April 2023. Previously, he was the co-portfolio manager of the Nordea Asian Stars Fund, having joined the firm in 2019, before which he worked with East Capital in Sweden, focussing on frontier markets. He is based in Mumbai, India.
Risks:
Important Information: This website is provided for the sole use of the intended recipient and is not a financial promotion. The Polar Capital Asian Stars Strategy (the “Strategy”) is a Strategy of Polar Capital Funds plc which is authorised by the Central Bank of Ireland as an Undertaking for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities under the European Communities (Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities) Regulations 2011 (S.I. 352/2011), as amended. This website does not seek to make any recommendation to buy or sell any particular security (including shares in the Strategy) or to adopt any specific investment strategy. This website does not contain information material to an investor’s decision to invest in the Strategy. Shares in the Strategy are offered only on the basis of information contained in the prospectus, key investor information document (“KIID”), and the latest annual audited accounts. Copies are available free of charge from Polar Capital at the below address or on www.polarcapitalfunds.com. The KIID is available in Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish and Swedish. The prospectus is available in English.
Third-party Data: Some information contained herein has been obtained from third party sources and has not been independently verified by Polar Capital. Neither Polar Capital nor any other party involved in or related to compiling, computing or creating the data makes any express or implied warranties or representations with respect to such data (or the results to be obtained by the use thereof), and all such parties hereby expressly disclaim all warranties of originality, accuracy, completeness, merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose with respect to any data contained herein.
Information Subject to Change: The information contained herein is subject to change, without notice, at the discretion of Polar Capital and Polar Capital does not undertake to revise or update this information in any way.
Benchmark: The Strategy is actively managed and uses the MSCI AC Asia ex Japan Total Return Index as a performance target and to calculate the performance fee. The benchmark has been chosen as it is generally considered to be representative of the investment universe in which the Strategy invests. The performance of the Strategy is likely to differ from the performance of the benchmark as the holdings, weightings and asset allocation will be different. Investors should carefully consider these differences when making comparisons. Further information about the benchmark can be found at http://www.msci.com/. The benchmark is provided by an administrator on the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) register of benchmarks which includes details of all authorised, registered, recognised and endorsed EU and third country benchmark administrators together with their national competent authorities.
Country Specific Disclaimers: When considering an investment into the Strategy, you should make yourself aware of the relevant financial, legal and tax implications. Neither Polar Capital LLP nor Polar Capital Funds plc shall be liable for, and accept no liability for, the use or misuse of this document.
Invalid Dates
Update chart| 1 Year | 3 Years | 5 Years | Since Inception (31/12/2018)* | YTD | QX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross | 19.50 | 20.46 | 7.37 | 13.12 | 26.24 | 15.58 |
| Net | 18.42 | 19.40 | 6.42 | 11.73 | 25.37 | 15.26 |
| Index | 17.19 | 18.76 | 6.43 | 8.19 | 26.82 | 10.76 |
Periods over one year are annualised. *The Strategy was launched on 31 December 2018.
| 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross | 13.85 | 9.24 | -25.93 | 5.21 | 45.93 |
| Net | 12.84 | 8.33 | -26.56 | 3.70 | 43.13 |
| Index | 11.96 | 5.98 | -19.67 | -4.72 | 25.02 |
**MSCI AC Asia ex Japan TR Index
The strategy performance data quoted here represents past performance, which is not indicative of future results. The chart illustrates the performance of a hypothetical $10,000 investment made in the strategy since inception (or chosen period). Figures include reinvestment of capital gains and dividends. The index performance figures are sourced from Bloomberg and are in US$ terms.
Performance and Fees: Returns are presented both gross and net of fees. Net returns are calculated using a model fee which is the maximum management, performance & custodial fees that could be charged to a portfolio plus actual non-reclaimable withholding taxes and trading expenses on any underlying portfolio within the composite. Gross of fee returns are presented before actual management, performance & custodial fees but after all trading expenses and non-reclaimable withholding taxes. The current model fee is set to replicate actual management fees, custodial fees, performance fees, withholding taxes and all trading expenses on the account with the highest fees within the composite. The management fee is 0.75% - Institutional. The performance fee is 10% of outperformance of the MSCI AC Asia ex Japan Total Return Index. The composite returns presented represent past performance and is not a reliable indicator of future results, which may vary.
Composite Description: The Polar Capital Asian Stars Composite includes all institutional portfolios that primarily invest in a diversified portfolio of equity securities and equity related securities of, or relating to companies, which are domiciled, or exercise the predominant part of their economic activity, in Asian developed and emerging markets. The objective of the Composite is to achieve long term capital appreciation.
Policies: Policies for valuing investments, calculating performance, and preparing GIPS Reports are available upon request.
Benchmark Information: The MSCI AC Asia ex Japan Total Return Index is a free-float weighted equity index that captures large and mid-cap representation across 2 of 3 Developed Markets countries (excluding Japan) and 8 Emerging Markets countries in Asia. The index covers approximately 85% of the free float-adjusted market capitalisation in each country.
GIPS Compliance and Verification Status: Polar Capital LLP claims compliance with the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS®) and has prepared and presented this report in compliance with the GIPS standards. Polar Capital LLP has been independently verified for the periods 01 January 2009 through 31 December 2024. The verification reports are available upon request. A firm that claims compliance with the GIPS standards must establish policies and procedures for complying with all the applicable requirements of the GIPS standards. Verification provides assurance on whether the firm's policies and procedures related to composite and pooled fund maintenance, as well as the calculation, presentation, and distribution of performance, have been designed in compliance with the GIPS standards and have been implemented on a firm-wide basis. Verification does not provide assurance on the accuracy of any specific performance report. A list of composite descriptions and a list of broad distribution pooled funds are available upon request.
For further information on the strategy presented, please contact us at investor-relations@polarcapitalfunds.com.
Risks:
Important Information: This website is provided for the sole use of the intended recipient and is not a financial promotion. The Polar Capital Asian Stars Strategy (the “Strategy”) is a Strategy of Polar Capital Funds plc which is authorised by the Central Bank of Ireland as an Undertaking for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities under the European Communities (Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities) Regulations 2011 (S.I. 352/2011), as amended. This website does not seek to make any recommendation to buy or sell any particular security (including shares in the Strategy) or to adopt any specific investment strategy. This website does not contain information material to an investor’s decision to invest in the Strategy. Shares in the Strategy are offered only on the basis of information contained in the prospectus, key investor information document (“KIID”), and the latest annual audited accounts. Copies are available free of charge from Polar Capital at the below address or on www.polarcapitalfunds.com. The KIID is available in Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish and Swedish. The prospectus is available in English.
Third-party Data: Some information contained herein has been obtained from third party sources and has not been independently verified by Polar Capital. Neither Polar Capital nor any other party involved in or related to compiling, computing or creating the data makes any express or implied warranties or representations with respect to such data (or the results to be obtained by the use thereof), and all such parties hereby expressly disclaim all warranties of originality, accuracy, completeness, merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose with respect to any data contained herein.
Information Subject to Change: The information contained herein is subject to change, without notice, at the discretion of Polar Capital and Polar Capital does not undertake to revise or update this information in any way.
Benchmark: The Strategy is actively managed and uses the MSCI AC Asia ex Japan Total Return Index as a performance target and to calculate the performance fee. The benchmark has been chosen as it is generally considered to be representative of the investment universe in which the Strategy invests. The performance of the Strategy is likely to differ from the performance of the benchmark as the holdings, weightings and asset allocation will be different. Investors should carefully consider these differences when making comparisons. Further information about the benchmark can be found at http://www.msci.com/. The benchmark is provided by an administrator on the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) register of benchmarks which includes details of all authorised, registered, recognised and endorsed EU and third country benchmark administrators together with their national competent authorities.
Risk: Factors affecting Strategy performance may include changes in market conditions (including currency risk) and interest rates, as well as other economic, political, or financial developments. The Strategy’s investment policy allows for it to enter into derivatives contracts. Leverage may be generated through the use of such financial instruments and investors must be aware that the use of derivatives may expose the Strategy to greater risks, including, but not limited to, unanticipated market developments and risks of illiquidity, and is not suitable for all investors. Past performance is not a guide to or indicative of future results. Future returns are not guaranteed and a loss of principal may occur. Polar Capital may also receive a performance fee based on the appreciation in the NAV per share and accordingly the performance fee will increase with regard to unrealised appreciation, as well as realised gains. The performance fee may create an incentive for Polar Capital to make investments for Polar Capital Funds plc which are riskier than would be the case in the absence of a fee based on the performance of Polar Capital Funds plc.
Country Specific Disclaimers: When considering an investment into the Strategy, you should make yourself aware of the relevant financial, legal and tax implications. Neither Polar Capital LLP nor Polar Capital Funds plc shall be liable for, and accept no liability for, the use or misuse of this document.
| TSMC | 10.1 |
| Tencent | 8.7 |
| Alibaba Group Holding | 5.8 |
| Samsung Electronics | 4.2 |
| Reliance Industries | 3.0 |
| AIA Group | 2.8 |
| Hong Kong Clearing & Exchanges | 2.4 |
| Xiaomi Corp | 2.4 |
| Sea | 2.3 |
| SK Hynix | 2.1 |
| Total |
| Large Cap (>US$10bn) | 73.2 | |
| Mid Cap (US$1 - 10bn) | 22.3 | |
| Small Cap (<US$1bn) | 2.9 |
| Strategy | Relative | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Industrials | 12.9 | 5.8 | |
| Information Technology | 34.5 | 5.3 | |
| Energy | 4.1 | 1.3 | |
| Real Estate | 2.9 | 0.9 | |
| Communication Services | 12.1 | 0.6 | |
| Consumer Discretionary | 14.1 | -0.4 | |
| Health Care | 2.0 | -1.7 | |
| Utilities | 0.0 | -2.1 | |
| Materials | 1.4 | -2.4 | |
| Consumer Staples | 0.0 | -3.1 | |
| Financials | 14.5 | -5.8 | |
| Strategy | Relative | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Viet Nam | 4.2 | 4.2 | |
| Australia | 3.0 | 3.0 | |
| South Korea | 14.0 | 1.5 | |
| Sri Lanka | 0.9 | 0.9 | |
| Hong Kong | 5.2 | 0.6 | |
| Philippines | 0.8 | 0.4 | |
| Singapore | 4.2 | -0.3 | |
| Thailand | 0.0 | -1.2 | |
| Indonesia | 0.0 | -1.3 | |
| Malaysia | 0.0 | -1.3 | |
| India | 15.2 | -2.0 | |
| China | 32.7 | -2.2 | |
| Taiwan | 18.1 | -3.8 | |
Note: Totals may not sum due to rounding.
It should not be assumed that recommendations made in future will be profitable or will equal performance of the securities in this document. A list of all recommendations made within the immediately preceding 12 months is available upon request.
Risks:
Important Information: This website is provided for the sole use of the intended recipient and is not a financial promotion. The Polar Capital Asian Stars Strategy (the “Strategy”) is a Strategy of Polar Capital Funds plc which is authorised by the Central Bank of Ireland as an Undertaking for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities under the European Communities (Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities) Regulations 2011 (S.I. 352/2011), as amended. This website does not seek to make any recommendation to buy or sell any particular security (including shares in the Strategy) or to adopt any specific investment strategy. This website does not contain information material to an investor’s decision to invest in the Strategy. Shares in the Strategy are offered only on the basis of information contained in the prospectus, key investor information document (“KIID”), and the latest annual audited accounts. Copies are available free of charge from Polar Capital at the below address or on www.polarcapitalfunds.com. The KIID is available in Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish and Swedish. The prospectus is available in English.
Third-party Data: Some information contained herein has been obtained from third party sources and has not been independently verified by Polar Capital. Neither Polar Capital nor any other party involved in or related to compiling, computing or creating the data makes any express or implied warranties or representations with respect to such data (or the results to be obtained by the use thereof), and all such parties hereby expressly disclaim all warranties of originality, accuracy, completeness, merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose with respect to any data contained herein.
Holdings: Portfolio data is “as at” the date indicated and should not be relied upon as a complete or current listing of the holdings (or top holdings) of the Strategy. The holdings may represent only a small percentage of the aggregate portfolio holdings, are subject to change without notice, and may not represent current or future portfolio composition. Information on particular holdings may be withheld if it is in the Strategy’s best interest to do so. A historic complete list of the portfolio holdings may be made available upon request. It should not be assumed that recommendations made in the future will be profitable or will equal performance of the securities. A list of all recommendations made within the immediately preceding 12 months is available upon request. This webpage is designed to provide updated information to institutional investors to enable them to monitor the Strategy. No other persons should rely upon it. The information provided on this webpage should not be considered a recommendation to purchase or sell any particular security.
Information Subject to Change: The information contained herein is subject to change, without notice, at the discretion of Polar Capital and Polar Capital does not undertake to revise or update this information in any way.
Benchmark: The Strategy is actively managed and uses the MSCI AC Asia ex Japan Total Return Index as a performance target and to calculate the performance fee. The benchmark has been chosen as it is generally considered to be representative of the investment universe in which the Strategy invests. The performance of the Strategy is likely to differ from the performance of the benchmark as the holdings, weightings and asset allocation will be different. Investors should carefully consider these differences when making comparisons. Further information about the benchmark can be found at http://www.msci.com/. The benchmark is provided by an administrator on the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) register of benchmarks which includes details of all authorised, registered, recognised and endorsed EU and third country benchmark administrators together with their national competent authorities.
Allocations: The Strategy allocation percentages set forth in this document are estimates and actual percentages may vary from time-to-time. The types of investments presented herein will not always have the same comparable risks and returns. Please see the private placement memorandum for a description of the investment allocations as well as the risks associated therewith. Please note that the Strategy may elect to invest assets in different investment sectors from those depicted herein, which may entail additional and/or different risks. Performance of the Strategy is dependent on the Investment Manager’s ability to identify and access appropriate investments, and balance assets to maximize return to the Strategy while minimizing its risk. The actual investments in the Strategy may or may not be the same or in the same proportion as those shown herein.
Country Specific Disclaimers: When considering an investment into the Strategy, you should make yourself aware of the relevant financial, legal and tax implications. Neither Polar Capital LLP nor Polar Capital Funds plc shall be liable for, and accept no liability for, the use or misuse of this document.
We believe our detailed approach to ESG puts us at the vanguard of sustainable investing in Asian equities. With an emphasis on our own primary research, we seek out companies with strong sustainability profiles making a positive impact to the world around them.
Our investment analysis seeks to determine how long-lasting the value creation of a business is, and what opportunities and risks exist that could impact that. It is our conviction that, over the long-term, it is sustainability factors which have the greatest ability to be a force for change.
Our unique approach enables us to seamlessly integrate sustainability factors into an EVA valuation framework.
There are three elements to our ‘Sustainability Delta’ and all are instrumental in understanding, analysing and forecasting the full sustainability integration and potential of a business.
Companies are analysed and then scored across the three areas–Impact on Progress, Material ESG Issues and Business Ethics, for both their current level and future direction (determined by current projections and commitments).
We seek to understand the strategic goals of companies, their positioning and their path towards achieving those goals, in relation to three pillars: Economic Progress, Social Development and Resource Management.
We analyse material ESG issues, focussing on the operational aspects of the business. Not only do we score companies on the current level of their operations, but also their longer-term direction, meaning we have a comprehensive view of how these might impact alpha generation.
We believe a company needs to act with integrity, compete fairly and be open and honest with its stakeholders. We score companies across three core factors: Fraud Prevention; Corruption Prevention and Competitive Practices.
Our investment philosophy and process is built entirely around long-term Economic Value Added (EVA). We believe EVA is the true measure of shareholder value creation, and changes in a company's future EVA creation are what ultimately drives stock prices.
A company's sustainability profile is one of the essential drivers of long-term EVA creation, which is why we fully intertwine the two. This gives us a complete picture of the best risk-adjusted, mispriced investment opportunities; ‘Star’ companies that will enable us to achieve responsible returns.
Ongoing engagement and monitoring are a constant and valuable part of our process and we focus very heavily on how companies see the future and how they allocate capital accordingly. We view engagement as entirely integrated with ongoing, fundamental dialogue with our investment companies.
We hold hundreds of meetings each year, alongside site visits, meetings with competitors, suppliers, customers, industry experts and employees as part of our ongoing engagement and due diligence. Building strong relationships with management teams means that we are well-placed to engage with companies on a range of issues, going beyond (although still relevant to) immediate strategic and financial considerations.
These can include:
We will always vote in the best interests of clients, and for long-term value generation. We aim to vote on 100% of our holdings and are not afraid to vote against management where we believe that is necessary.
Polar Capital uses Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) to assist with proxy voting. Stewardship is a very important part of our fiduciary duty, and we see ourselves as stewards of our clients’ capital.
Risks:
Important Information: This website is provided for the sole use of the intended recipient and is not a financial promotion. The Polar Capital Asian Stars Strategy (the “Strategy”) is a Strategy of Polar Capital Funds plc which is authorised by the Central Bank of Ireland as an Undertaking for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities under the European Communities (Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities) Regulations 2011 (S.I. 352/2011), as amended. This website does not seek to make any recommendation to buy or sell any particular security (including shares in the Strategy) or to adopt any specific investment strategy. This website does not contain information material to an investor’s decision to invest in the Strategy. Shares in the Strategy are offered only on the basis of information contained in the prospectus, key investor information document (“KIID”), and the latest annual audited accounts. Copies are available free of charge from Polar Capital at the below address or on www.polarcapitalfunds.com. The KIID is available in Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish and Swedish. The prospectus is available in English.
Third-party Data: Some information contained herein has been obtained from third party sources and has not been independently verified by Polar Capital. Neither Polar Capital nor any other party involved in or related to compiling, computing or creating the data makes any express or implied warranties or representations with respect to such data (or the results to be obtained by the use thereof), and all such parties hereby expressly disclaim all warranties of originality, accuracy, completeness, merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose with respect to any data contained herein.
Information Subject to Change: The information contained herein is subject to change, without notice, at the discretion of Polar Capital and Polar Capital does not undertake to revise or update this information in any way.
Country Specific Disclaimers: When considering an investment into the Strategy, you should make yourself aware of the relevant financial, legal and tax implications. Neither Polar Capital LLP nor Polar Capital Funds plc shall be liable for, and accept no liability for, the use or misuse of this document.
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