abrdn Small-Mid Cap Fund (ABSM*)

abrdn Small-Mid Cap Fund (ABSM*) is one of abrdn's flagship funds, which seeks capital growth of small and mid sized Thai companies that have the potential to become Thailand's leaders in the future. The fund mainly invests in securities of companies registered in the Stock Exchange of Thailand with a market capitalization not exceeding THB 80 billion prior to the investment date.

Thailand’s small businesses are having high growth during the past 1-3 years, driven by 3 main themes.

Source: abrdn, February 2022. Investment themes are subject to change

Company insights leading to better outcomes

High quality research

Fundamental investment understanding underpins our research

• ESG considerations integrated into investment approach
• Extensive in house and third party resource and experience
• In depth company, sector, industry and thematic research

Connected teams

Working together we deliver better investment results and innovation

• Specialised ESG Analyst for every regional team
• Centralised ESG team supporting all asset classes
• Collaboration with abrdn’s Research Institute, Credit, Private Markets and Multi-Asset teams

Active corporate engagement

Stewardship is a fundamental component of our investment process

• Active, engaged and responsible stewards of our clients’ money
• Active owners engaging and voting to drive positive changes in corporate behaviour
• Undertake informed and constructive engagement to improve performance

Positive outcomes

Delivering better risk adjusted returns

• Holistic insights enhance investment decision-making
• Management engagement improves corporate performance for clients and the wider society