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Stenham Asset Management 2024 Q3 Investor Letter | Buyside Digest

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Primary Source Intelligence • Q3 2024 Letter Analysis

Stenham Asset Management Quarterly Analysis

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Fund Returns

QTD+3.7%

YTD+14%

Digest Analysis

Quick Take

"The fund initiated Hermès following luxury sector de-rating and reduced semiconductor exposure on valuation concerns."

Executive Summary

Stenham's Q3 2024 letter reflects their commitment to long-term fundamental investing despite market volatility. The fund returned 3.7% versus 6.0% for MSCI World, with year-to-date performance of 14.0% versus 17.5% for the benchmark. Key contributors included Cellnex, Adyen, and Thermo Fisher Scientific, while ASML, Universal Music Group, and Alphabet detracted. The managers reduced semiconductor exposure earlier in the year on valuation concerns, though these positions still detracted from performance. Adyen demonstrated strong execution with accelerating growth and major customer wins. The luxury sector faced headwinds from China concerns, but the fund initiated a position in Hermès following multiple compression, viewing it as uniquely positioned to balance desirability and exclusivity. The team added analyst Gabriel Moraes to enhance research capabilities. Looking forward, they maintain focus on business fundamentals rather than short-term market timing, believing their portfolio companies can navigate various macroeconomic scenarios while delivering long-term value creation.

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Signal Matrix

Market Conviction

68%

CautiousHigh

Moderate (68%)

The fund demonstrates moderate-high conviction through concentrated positions with named holdings and specific portfolio weights disclosed (Cellnex 5.5%, Thermo Fisher 7.1%, ASML 4.5%). The detailed analysis of individual companies like Adyen and Hermès, including specific catalysts and timeframes, shows strong conviction in select names. However, the diversified nature across multiple sectors and the cautious approach to valuation prevents a higher score.

Growth Outlook

25%

BearishBullish

Bearish (25%)

The letter acknowledges significant market uncertainties including upcoming US election, geopolitical tensions, and unclear monetary policy path, but maintains a constructive long-term view. The managers note markets have an 'uncanny ability to climb the wall of worry' and emphasize that 'time in the market is more important than timing the market,' showing mild optimism despite near-term concerns.

Risk Appetite

15%

DefensiveAggressive

Defensive (15%)

The fund demonstrates selective risk appetite by initiating a new position in Hermès and strategically adding to luxury holdings, but also shows caution by having reduced semiconductor exposure earlier in the year on valuation concerns. The positioning reflects measured risk-taking rather than aggressive deployment.

Capital Deployment

20%

De-riskingDeploying

De-risking (20%)

The fund shows modest net deployment by initiating a new position in Hermès and strategically adding to luxury holdings, but this is offset by earlier reductions in semiconductor exposure. The letter describes 'strategically adding' rather than aggressive deployment, and no cash level changes are disclosed. The activity appears to be selective rotation rather than significant net deployment.

Forward Guidance

10%

CautiousExpansionary

Cautious (10%)

The managers express no urgency to deploy capital and emphasize patience, stating they 'remain aware of these issues in the context of our portfolio but our emphasis remains on the long-term fundamental value.' The addition of a new analyst suggests preparation for future opportunities rather than immediate deployment bias.

Language Signal

20%

BearishBullish

Bearish (20%)

The letter contains balanced language with both opportunity-focused terms (attractive valuations, compelling opportunity, positive outlook) and risk-aware language (uncertainty, challenges, concerns). The net balance slightly favors constructive language around long-term opportunities, particularly in luxury and payments sectors.

Perceived Risk

55%

Low RiskElevated

Moderate Risk (55%)

The managers acknowledge multiple specific risks including upcoming US election, rising geopolitical tensions, unclear monetary policy path, and China's weak economic backdrop affecting luxury consumption. However, these risks are discussed in measured terms rather than with alarm, and the managers express confidence in their portfolio companies' ability to navigate various scenarios.

Opportunity Density

65%

ScarceAbundant

Abundant (65%)

The fund identifies selective opportunities, particularly in luxury following sector de-rating and in payments with Adyen's continued execution. The initiation of a new position in Hermès and strategic additions to luxury holdings suggest the managers see attractive opportunities in specific areas, though they emphasize selectivity rather than broad-based opportunity abundance.

Time Horizon

75%

Short-TermLong-Term

Decade+ (75%)

The letter emphasizes long-term fundamental investing with explicit statements about focusing on 'long-term fundamental value' and businesses' ability to 'navigate various macroeconomic environments.' The Hermès analysis discusses multi-generational brand strength and the managers state 'time in the market is more important than timing the market,' indicating a multi-year investment horizon with patience for thesis realization.