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Ennismore European Smaller Companies Fund 2023 Q4 Investor Letter | Buyside Digest

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Primary Source Intelligence • Q4 2023 Letter Analysis

Ennismore European Smaller Companies Fund Quarterly Analysis

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Fund Returns

YTD+2.1%

Annualized+12%

Positioning StanceConstructive

Market CapSmallCap

GeographyEurope

Digest Analysis

Quick Take

"Portfolio emphasizes quality software companies like Celebrus Technologies, which transformed its business model and grew recurring revenues significantly."

Executive Summary

Ennismore European Smaller Companies Fund delivered 1.7% returns in December 2023, bringing full-year performance to 2.1%. The fund maintains a concentrated approach with 77 long positions and 94 short positions, generating 38.5% net exposure. The portfolio focuses on European smaller companies across multiple sectors, with Information Technology, Industrials, and Consumer Discretionary representing key allocations. Top holdings include EVS Broadcast Equipment, Costain Group, STO SE & Co KGaA, IG Group Holdings, and Ultimate Products, collectively representing 19.6% of NAV. The fund's detailed analysis of Celebrus Technologies exemplifies their investment approach, highlighting a software company that has successfully transitioned from partner-led to direct sales model while growing annual recurring revenues from £4.8m to £17m. The manager sees significant upside potential of 45% for Celebrus based on improved business quality and strategic positioning. The fund's long/short strategy allows for opportunistic positioning across market conditions while maintaining focus on fundamental value creation in European smaller companies.

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Signal Matrix

Market Conviction

72%

CautiousHigh

High Conviction (72%)

The fund demonstrates high conviction through concentrated positioning with detailed fundamental analysis. The extensive 3-page analysis of Celebrus Technologies shows deep research and specific price targets (45% upside to March 2026). The manager has actively sized positions based on price movements and provides specific financial projections. However, the diversified nature with 77 long positions prevents this from reaching the highest conviction levels reserved for truly concentrated funds.

Growth Outlook

25%

BearishBullish

Bearish (25%)

The manager expresses mild optimism about specific opportunities, particularly highlighting Celebrus as 'once again a very attractive level' and seeing 'an interesting, profitable growth path ahead.' However, the letter lacks broader market commentary and focuses primarily on individual position analysis rather than market-wide optimism.

Risk Appetite

15%

DefensiveAggressive

Defensive (15%)

The fund maintains substantial exposure with 92% long positions and 38.5% net exposure, indicating moderate risk appetite. However, the 53.5% short book suggests defensive positioning and risk management. The manager has been actively adjusting position sizes based on price movements, showing measured rather than aggressive risk-taking.

Capital Deployment

5%

De-riskingDeploying

De-risking (5%)

The manager describes recent purchases of Celebrus 'about two months ago' and mentions taking advantage of price moves to 'adjust the size of our position over the past 4 years.' However, there's no indication of significant cash deployment or major portfolio changes. The activity appears to be tactical position sizing rather than meaningful capital deployment, suggesting rotation rather than net new investment.

Forward Guidance

10%

CautiousExpansionary

Cautious (10%)

The manager provides specific forward-looking estimates for Celebrus with revenue and profit projections through March 2026, showing selective deployment bias. However, there's no broader guidance about increasing exposure or deploying additional capital across the portfolio, suggesting a monitoring stance rather than aggressive deployment.

Language Signal

20%

BearishBullish

Bearish (20%)

Language is predominantly analytical and measured. Positive terms include 'attractive,' 'undervalued,' 'growth opportunities,' and 'upside potential' for specific positions. However, the tone is balanced and professional rather than enthusiastic, with careful analysis rather than bullish rhetoric dominating the narrative.

Perceived Risk

15%

Low RiskElevated

Low Risk (15%)

Risk discussion is minimal and limited to standard disclaimers and brief mentions of market volatility affecting individual positions. The manager acknowledges share price volatility for Celebrus but frames it as opportunity rather than concern. No systemic, macro, or market-wide risks are discussed in the investment commentary.

Opportunity Density

60%

ScarceAbundant

Selective (60%)

The manager demonstrates selective opportunity identification with detailed analysis of specific positions like Celebrus. The fund maintains 77 long positions across multiple sectors and geographies, suggesting a reasonable opportunity set. However, the emphasis on selectivity and detailed fundamental analysis indicates opportunities require careful evaluation rather than being abundant.

Time Horizon

75%

Short-TermLong-Term

Decade+ (75%)

The manager demonstrates a multi-year investment horizon, having held and adjusted Celebrus positions over 4 years since 2019. Specific projections extend to March 2026, indicating a 2-3 year investment timeframe. The focus on business transformation and recurring revenue growth suggests patience for fundamental value realization rather than near-term catalyst dependency.