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For professional investors in Brazil

US Venture Fund

Seeks resilient companies positioned to weather a variety of market environments

ISIN
IE00B2B35Z11

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USD 36.36
As of 13/03/2026

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USD -0.16 (-0.44%)
As of 13/03/2026

Overview

INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE

The Fund aims to provide capital growth over the long term. Performance target: To outperform the Russell 2000 Growth Index by 2% per annum, before the deduction of charges, over any 5 year period.

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The Fund invests at least 80% of its assets in a portfolio of shares (also known as equities) of companies, in any industry, in the United States. Companies will be incorporated, headquartered, listed on an exchange in, or deriving significant revenue from, the United States. The Fund will invest at least 50% in smaller US companies. The Fund may invest up to 5% of its net assets in special purpose acquisition companies.
The Fund may also invest in other assets including companies outside the United States, cash and money market instruments.
The Sub-Investment Adviser, may use derivatives (complex financial instruments) to reduce risk, to manage the Fund more efficiently, or to generate additional capital or income for the Fund.
The Fund is actively managed with reference to the Russell 2000 Growth Index, which is broadly representative of the companies in which it may invest, As this forms the basis of the Fund's performance target. The Sub-Investment Adviser, has discretion to choose individual investments for the Fund with weightings different to the index or not in the index, but at times the Fund may hold investments similar to the index.

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The value of an investment and the income from it can fall as well as rise as a result of market and currency fluctuations and you may not get back the amount originally invested.
Potential investors must read the prospectus, and where relevant, the key investor information document before investing.
This website is a Marketing Communication and does not qualify as an investment recommendation.

ABOUT THIS FUND

  • Seeks small-cap companies that stand out from competitors, using their advantages to grow over a multi-year time frame
  • In-depth fundamental research supported by a dedicated team of experienced analysts
  • Focus on resilient business models positioned to weather a variety of market environments
Past performance does not predict future returns. 
 

Portfolio Management

Jonathan Coleman, CFA

Portfolio Manager

Industry since 1994. Joined Firm in 1994.

Scott Stutzman, CFA

Portfolio Manager | Research Analyst

Industry since 2001. Joined Firm in 2007.

Aaron Schaechterle

Portfolio Manager | Research Analyst

Industry since 2006. Joined Firm in 2022.

Performance

Past performance does not predict future returns. All performance data includes both income and capital gains or losses and reflects the deduction of any ongoing charges or other fund expenses.
Cumulative & Annualised Performance (%)
As of 28/02/2026
A1 USD (Net) Russell 2000® Growth Index US Small-Cap Equity - OE
  
  Cumulative Annualised
  1MO YTD 1YR 3YR 5YR 10YR Since Inception
31/01/2008
A1 USD (Net) -0.16 1.61 10.10 8.70 0.77 9.08 7.75
Russell 2000® Growth Index -0.24 3.72 21.88 13.77 2.30 11.32 9.37
US Small-Cap Equity - OE 1.44 6.16 18.53 11.31 4.11 11.09 8.59
 
  Annualised
3YR 5YR 10YR Since Inception
31/01/2008
A1 USD (Gross) - 3.28 11.78 10.48
Russell 2000 Growth TR + 2.00% - 4.34 13.55 11.56
Calendar Year Returns (%)
As of 31/12/2025
A1 USD (Net) Russell 2000® Growth Index US Small-Cap Equity - OE
YTD 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016
A1 USD (Net) 7.53 7.53 12.10 13.68 -25.91 4.21 30.84 27.76 -7.06 21.77 4.17
Russell 2000® Growth Index 13.01 13.01 15.15 18.66 -26.36 2.83 34.63 28.48 -9.31 22.17 11.32
US Small-Cap Equity - OE 7.84 7.84 11.68 17.09 -23.03 16.72 25.89 25.64 -10.41 16.62 18.92
Fee Information
Initial Charge 5.00%
Annual Charge 1.50%
Ongoing Charge
(As of 31/12/2024)
2.51%

Portfolio

Top Holdings (As of 31/01/2026)
% of Fund
Glaukos Corp 2.29
AST SpaceMobile Inc 2.12
SPX Technologies Inc 1.97
SS&C Technologies Holdings Inc 1.93
Avidity Biosciences Inc 1.89
CECO Environmental Corp 1.67
LPL Financial Holdings Inc 1.62
Perimeter Solutions Inc 1.61
Globus Medical Inc 1.60
Rentokil Initial PLC (ADR) 1.53
TOTAL 18.23
Sector Allocation % of Fund % of Index % of Fund % of Index As of 31/01/2026
Market Capitalization Range of Equity Holdings % of Fund % of Index % of Fund % of Index As of 31/01/2026
Country/Geographic Exposures % of Fund % of Index % of Fund % of Index As of 31/01/2026
Regional Allocation % of Fund % of Index % of Fund % of Index As of 31/01/2026

Documents

  • The value of the Funds and the income from them is not guaranteed and may fall as well as rise. You may get back less than you originally invested.
  • Past performance does not predict future returns.
  • Third party data is believed to be reliable, but its completeness and accuracy is not guaranteed.
  • Funds incur costs as a necessary part of buying and selling the underlying investments, these are otherwise known as portfolio transaction costs, and include charges such as broker commission and Stamp Duty.
  • Before investing in any of our funds you should satisfy yourself as to the suitability and the risks involved.
  • Summary of Investor rights
  • Janus Henderson Investors Europe S.A. may decide to terminate the marketing arrangements of this Collective Investment Scheme in accordance with the appropriate regulation.
  • Information on compliance with EU Sustainability related disclosures can be found here.
  • For detailed product information including the risks associated with investing please read the relevant Prospectus or Annual Report. Please refer to the prospectus of the UCITS and to the KID before making any final investment decisions.
  • The Legal Entity Identifier for this product is UNPNC994N6BGFPYJ7W40.