Asia, defense, global, healthcare, Memory, Mining, small caps, technology
Defense exposure continued from 2024 but evolved toward smaller companies with niche intellectual property. Korean defense holdings including Hyundai Rotem, Poongsan, and Hanwha Aerospace were among top contributors for the year, collectively adding over 11% to annual performance despite some Q4 weakness attributed to technical pause. New theme emerged in 2025 with exposure to memory within the semiconductor complex. Memory semiconductor companies were notable source of strength, contributing more than 5% to Q4 returns, led by Japan-based Kioxia Holdings which was highlighted in Q3 letter. Mining and mining equipment emerged as new theme in 2025. Represents bombed out cyclical exposure where valuations remain cheap and expectations modest, yet early signs of demand are emerging supported by fiscal stimulus programs. European building materials represents another area of bombed out cyclical exposure beyond mining where exposure was added. Valuations remain cheap and expectations modest with early signs of demand emerging supported by fiscal stimulus programs. Resolution to Ukraine war could further enhance long-term growth outlook.
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