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"Renaissance's international small cap strategy outperformed in Q2 2026, led by semiconductor holdings benefiting from NAND supply chain dynamics and traditional auto components gaining from slower EV adoption. The manager added energy services exposure while trimming commodity-dependent producers."
Renaissance's International Small Cap Equity strategy delivered positive absolute returns and outperformed its benchmark in Q2 2026, driven by strong stock selection across all sectors and positive sector allocation effects. The portfolio benefited from semiconductor exposure, particularly Silicon Motion Technology, which gained from NAND supply chain dynamics as memory makers outsource controller development. Garrett Motion also contributed positively as slower EV penetration improved sentiment for traditional turbocharger business while zero-emission technology prospects grew. The manager purchased TGS, an energy data services provider positioned to benefit from an improving oil capex cycle driven by energy security concerns and a decade of underinvestment. Vermilion Energy was sold due to limited production growth catalysts. International equities have outperformed U.S. peers by 22% since early 2025, coinciding with improved earnings growth expectations. Despite this, international equities trade at a 32% discount to U.S. peers, presenting an attractive diversification alternative. Key risks include semiconductor index concentration driving heightened volatility and weakening Chinese consumer spending, though potential stimulus measures could provide support.
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