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Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc(LSE) SST

Market Cap£300.47MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1995)+2,049%
5 Year+23%
1 Year-11%
1 Month-2%
£2.65
-4.43%
-0.12Today
Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 265.002026-08-06
Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+0.57%GBX 263.502026-07-30
1 month-2.21%GBX 271.002026-07-07
3 month-4.33%GBX 277.002026-05-08
Year to date-3.64%GBX 275.002025-12-31
1 year-10.92%GBX 297.502025-08-06
3 year+3.92%GBX 255.002023-08-07
5 year+22.97%GBX 215.502021-08-06
Since inception+2,048.5%GBX 0.131995-03-29

Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£300.47MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

£88.32M

Net Income (TTM)

£19.50M

EPS (TTM)

-£0.12

P/E Ratio

-22.40

Dividend

£0.03

Beta (Volatility)

0.02 (Low)

Price

£2.65

Volume

8,163

Open

£2.63

Previous Close

£2.65

Daily Range

£2.63 - £2.70

52-Week Range

£2.41 - £3.04

Estimated Earnings Date

Jan 26, 2026

SST News

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About Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc

The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc is a closed-ended equity investment fund that focuses on small-cap companies in Asia, excluding Japan and Australasia. Managed by First Sentier Investors (UK) Funds Limited, this trust aims to capitalize on growth opportunities in the region's public stock markets.

Products and Services
  • Investment in small-cap companies across various sectors
  • Focus on public stock markets in Asia, excluding Japan and Australasia
  • Performance evaluation against the MSCI AC Asia (ex Japan) Index
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue showed a significant increase to £31.98 million
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue reached £53.52 million
  • Strong net income of £25.10 million in the latest quarter indicates robust performance
Financial Highlights
  • Market capitalization stands at approximately £290.99 million
  • Dividend yield of 1.30% reflects commitment to shareholder returns
  • Price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of -21.70 suggests potential for future growth
The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc operates with a strategic focus on small-cap companies, which are often overlooked by larger investment funds. This approach allows for the potential to uncover hidden gems in emerging markets. The recent financial performance indicates a positive trajectory, with significant revenue growth and a strong net income in the latest quarter. The trust's commitment to delivering value to shareholders is evident through its dividend yield, which, while modest, reflects a dedication to returning profits to investors. Investors may find the trust's focus on small-cap companies appealing, as these firms often have greater growth potential compared to their larger counterparts. The management team's expertise in navigating the Asian markets further enhances the trust's investment strategy. Overall, The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc presents an intriguing opportunity for those looking to diversify their portfolios with exposure to the dynamic Asian markets.
AI Generated • Jul 19, 2026

Industry

Capital Markets

Sector

Financials

Employees

0

Website

scottishoriental.com

Headquarters

Edinburgh, EB EH2 1BB, GB

SST Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

89.40%

Operating Margin

-23.97%

Net Income Margin

-30.11%

Return on Equity

-3.68%

Return on Capital

-1.94%

Return on Assets

-3.49%

Earnings Yield

-4.46%

Dividend Yield

1.08%

Payout Ratio

-28.16%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£300.47MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

111.49M

Volume

8.16K

Avg. Volume

111.33K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£83.50M

Operating Income

£28.08M

EBITDA

£27.53M

Operating Cash Flow

£11.67M

Capital Expenditure

£0.00

Free Cash Flow

£11.67M

Cash & ST Invst.

£0.00

Total Debt

£29.86M

Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc Performance Analysis

Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-08-31GBP 58,218,00066.1%
20232023-08-31GBP 44,985,000-22.7%
20242024-08-31GBP 37,233,000-17.2%
20252025-08-31GBP 48,479,00030.2%
Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-08-3149.7%
Q22025-02-28-110.5%
Q42025-08-311162.3%
Q22026-02-28-115.0%
Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-08-31GBP 0.22-59.8%
20232023-08-31GBP 0.17-25.3%
20242024-08-31GBP 0.52213.3%
20252025-08-31GBP -0.07N/A
Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-08-3147.6%
Q22025-02-28-110.6%
Q42025-08-31-8.2%
Q22026-02-28-137.9%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

-£8.05M

-125.2%

Gross Profit

-£9.41M

-132.1%

Gross Margin

1.17%

N/A

Market Cap

£300.47MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

N/A

N/A

Employees

0

N/A

Net Income

-£9.60M

-138.2%

EBITDA

-£10.42M

-134.5%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£0.00

-100.0%

Total Debt

£29.86M

+0.1%

Accounts Receivable

£0.00

N/A

Inventory

£0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

£29.86M

+0.1%

Short Term Debt

£0.00

N/A

Return on Assets

-3.49%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

-2.78%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£229.00K

+124.7%

Operating Cash Flow

£229.00K

+124.7%

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Questions About SST

What is the current price of Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc?

Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc is trading at £2.65 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc has traded between £2.41 and £3.04.

How much debt does Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc reported total debt of £29.85M.

How much cash does Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc have on hand?

Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc reported £6.65M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc’s dividend yield?

Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust Plc currently has a dividend yield of 1.08%.

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