BlackRock Smaller Companies Fund

BlackRock Smaller Companies Fund is an investment trust focused on achieving long-term capital growth by investing predominantly in smaller companies based in the United Kingdom. Launched in 1906, the fund seeks to uncover high-quality, growth-oriented businesses within the UK small-cap sector, with an emphasis on innovation and companies that can chart their own growth paths despite broader economic shifts. Its portfolio is diversified across a range of sectors, including industrials, financials, consumer discretionary, basic materials, and technology, reflecting the dynamic nature of the small-cap universe. The Fund is actively managed and aims to capture the potential of under-researched and entrepreneurial firms that may benefit from inefficient pricing in the market. The BlackRock Smaller Companies Fund is overseen by BlackRock Fund Managers Limited, with Roland Arnold as the portfolio manager since 2018. It pays dividends semi-annually and is known for offering investors exposure to niche growth opportunities, providing valuable diversification and the potential for enhanced portfolio returns over time.