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Consumers have taken a battering in recent years, first from Covid-19 and more recently from the rising cost of living, but since then UK leisure and hospitality spending has bounced back from pandemic lows. For investors in Henderson Smaller Companies Investment Trust, it’s a reason to raise a glass.

6 minute read

6 minute read

Investment Insights

Following a gloomy 2022, 2023 has brought tentative reasons for optimism on the global economy. In particular, softening inflation and hopes that the recession may not be as severe as expected. Smaller companies have often performed well during periods of improving economic sentiment. Following a challenging year, is now the time to reconsider small cap stocks?

6 minute read

6 minute read

Investment Insights

Recently commissioned research from Edison highlights why now is the time to consider The Henderson Smaller Companies Investment Trust (HSL). This research explores the macro and micro economic factors currently affecting UK smaller-and-medium sized businesses, including elevated inflation, higher interest rates, and the ongoing war in Ukraine, and how portfolio manager Neil Hermon is navigating this challenging backdrop.

1 minute read

1 minute read