All Mid cap articles
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White papersFundamentals First: The Case for Broadening Out
We believe an improving corporate fundamentals picture across the entire market-cap spectrum can support the broadening out trade; the median stock in the Russell 3000 Index has now posted eight consecutive quarters of improving EPS growth, climbing from a sub -10% trough in 4Q’23 to over +20% in 1Q’26.
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InsightThe overlooked role of small and mid-caps in impact investing
In the dynamic landscape of impact investing, small and mid-cap companies can be powerful engines of positive change. While large-caps often dominate both headlines and portfolios, investors seeking tangible impact alongside competitive returns should take a closer look at the opportunities presented by smaller listed firms. In a recent episode of our podcast series Inside Impact Investing, we discussed how allocating capital to these companies can help drive societal progress while also contributing to financial performance.
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White papersGlobal SMID Equity Engagement*, Q4 2025 case study: Credicorp
Our Global SMID Equity Engagement Q4 2025 case study looks at Credicorp, Peru’s leading financial group, and the vital role it plays in promoting financial inclusion in the country.
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White papersBeyond the Magnificent Seven: How US SMID caps are riding the AI wave
US small and mid-cap (SMID) companies are emerging as quiet powerhouses in the AI economy. In this video, Charlotte Daughtrey, Investment Director, Equities, outlines how these companies are using new technologies to innovate faster, streamline operations and reveal exciting opportunities across the entire AI value chain.
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InterviewSocial impact and a resilient portfolio through Child-Lens Investing
Triodos Investment Management sets new standards in scalable, child well-being investments in small and midcap equities that enhance returns and portfolio resilience.
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White papersThink global beyond the tech race
“The tech capex supercycle is no longer just a US story — China is catching up, and global adoption across industries is turning this into a global opportunity.”
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White papersThe US SMID revival: Why this quiet rotation matters
After years of anticipation, the long-awaited rotation into US small and mid-caps (SMID) is finally gaining traction. Charlotte Daughtrey, Investment Director - Equities, explains why the second half of 2025 presents a rare convergence of macroeconomic, policy and market forces - creating a compelling opportunity for investors.
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White papersWho benefits in a trade war?
Ongoing trade tensions and tariffs are benefiting large-cap, domestically focused U.S. companies and defensive sectors like utilities and real estate. Export-oriented firms, however, remain under pressure, reinforcing the need for diversified portfolios.
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White papersWinners and losers from the trade war: An equities view
Rising U.S. tariffs are creating winners in defensive, domestic sectors and losers in export-heavy industries. Investors are shifting toward value and international equities to manage trade-driven volatility.
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White papersWhy Indian small and mid cap equities deserve a place in your investment portfolio?
India presents a compelling investment opportunity for global investors as it remains the fastest growing major economy in the world with an estimated GDP growth of 6.4% for FYE25 and is poised to become the 3rd largest economy by 2028. (Source: Economic Survey 2024-2025 and IMF).
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White papersSpotlight on US SMID cap stocks
Small and mid-cap companies are a vital part of the US economy, with a unique edge in today’s market landscape. In this video, we explore the advantages of investing in US SMID (small and mid-cap) stocks, especially as the rate-cutting environment opens new growth opportunities.
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VideoNot all strategies look like ours: Sustainable Global Equity
In this video, Martin Todd and Henry Biddle highlight the key differentiators that have driven the strategy’s success and made it stand out in a competitive market.
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VideoThe stars (and stripes) align: The overlooked appeal of US SMID
In our latest video insight, Charlotte Daughtrey, Equity Investment Specialist, makes the case for US SMID (small and mid-sized) stocks, which can sometimes get overlooked amid the hype around the so-called ‘Magnificent Seven’ stocks, but can represent a particularly exciting area of the market.
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White papersPrivate equity perspectives: Less capital, more opportunity
In a less-liquid world, many of the strategies that once worked in private equity will be less successful going forward. The shifting economic environment and the proliferation of AI are among the many dynamics that are opening new opportunities in the small- and mid-cap space.
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White papersUS SMID: Seven questions answered
After a bumpy 2023, small- and medium-sized US companies are now in a good place to outperform in 2024, argues fund manager Mark Sherlock.
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White papersPrivate Equity Valuations Withstand the Volatility of 2022
We see valuation data from more than 400 funds each quarter, and it suggests the recovery from a relatively shallow downturn may be underway for buyout funds.
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White papersIndian assets are poised for growth in investors’ portfolios
Investors’ attention should be turning to India, which has overtaken China as the world’s most populous country. The country has a lot more going for it than just demographics. We expect GDP growth will average 5.2% per year over the next decade, compared with 3.7% for emerging economies, and a modest 1% for developed markets.
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White papersSDG Engagement Equity Fund 2022 H1 Report
The Federated Hermes SDG Engagement Equity Fund has the dual purpose of delivering attractive returns and measurable real-world impact.
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White papersAn Investor’s Guide to Evolving Supply Chains
Many companies are rethinking supply chains amid disruptions from the war in Ukraine and the pandemic. Equity investors must decipher which companies can adapt their processes to compete in a less globalized world.
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White papersChina: 6 reasons why - it poses a unique portfolio optimisation opportunity now
The second largest economy globally – China – is forecast to overtake the United States as the world’s largest economy by 2030
