Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund (Managed Fund)

ASX:S3GO

A high conviction portfolio with a sustainable edge^

Accessible as an active ETF

^ See ‘Sustainable Edge‘ section below for more information.
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Overview

The Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund (Managed Fund) is a concentrated portfolio of Firetrail’s best global equity ideas. The investment process employs fundamental analysis to identify the most attractive investment opportunities with sustainable characteristics.^

The Fund aims to outperform the MSCI World Net Total Return Index (AUD) over the long term after fees.

The Fund is also available as an active ETF – accessible for investment on the ASX under the ticker S3GO.

Key Holdings
Fund Flyer
Latest Performance Report
Stewardship Report

Global High Conviction

A concentrated portfolio of our best global equity ideas.

Value and Growth

A style agnostic approach with the flexibility to invest in both Value and Growth opportunities.

Sustainable Edge

Actively seeking investment opportunities that meet Firetrail’s sustainable investment criteria.^

^ See ‘Sustainable Edge‘ section below for more information.

Investment team

Managing Director & Portfolio Manager

Patrick Hodgens

Patrick is the Managing Director at Firetrail as well as a Portfolio Manager for the Firetrail Australian High Conviction Fund, Firetrail Australian Small Companies Fund, Firetrail Absolute Return Fund, and Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund. Patrick has over 39 years’ experience investing in equity markets. Prior to joining Firetrail, Patrick spent 28 years at Macquarie Group as an Executive Director and Head of Listed Equities. Patrick holds a Bachelor of Business from the University of Technology Sydney.
Portfolio Manager

James Miller

James is a Portfolio Manager at Firetrail Investments for the Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund. James’ primary sector responsibility is in Global Industrials. James has over 17 years’ experience investing in equity markets. Prior to joining Firetrail, James was Co-Lead Portfolio Manager for the Macquarie High Conviction Fund, the Macquarie Pure Alpha Fund and the Macquarie Australia Plus Fund. James holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and a Master of Applied Finance.
Portfolio Manager

Justin Gray

Justin is a Portfolio Manager at Firetrail Investments for the Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund. Justin’s primary responsibilities include daily portfolio management, investment risk management, and fundamental analysis of global equities. Justin has over 22 years’ relevant industry experience. Prior to joining Firetrail, he spent 10 years at Macquarie Group as Head of Quantitative Research and Co-Lead Portfolio Manager and Analyst for the Macquarie Small Companies Fund. Justin holds a Bachelor of Commerce and is a Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries of Australia.

Sustainable Edge

Sustainable edge refers to Firetrail’s investment philosophy that sustainable companies deserve premium valuations. That is, companies that the market perceives to have sustainable characteristics, such as good environmental practices, a social licence to continue operations over the long-term, or strong corporate governance, deserve premium valuations relative to companies that do not.

Firetrail’s sustainable investment criteria are the following 3 attributes which Firetrail looks for when identifying investment ideas and opportunities for the Fund (known as the S3 characteristics):

Sustainable business models

Companies which have business models that exhibit characteristics such as, but not limited to, consistency of cashflow growth, business strategy, quality of management, governance, industry, and competitive position;

Sustainable earnings

Companies which Firetrail believes are able to meet or exceed earnings expectations over its 5- year investment horizon.

Sustainable positive change

Companies which Firetrail believes currently meets, or is expected within a 5-year investment horizon to meet, one or more of its four sustainable investment themes including:
Health and Wellbeing
Innovation and Equality
Climate Impact
Sustainable World

Each of these investment themes links to a number of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (please refer to https://sdgs.un.org/goals for more information on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals).  More information can be found in the Fund’s Product Disclosure Statement under “Labour Standards or Environmental, Social or Ethical Considerations”.

This includes companies that are already recognised by the market for their sustainability characteristics (current positive change leaders), as well as companies that are likely to be recognised within a 5-year investment horizon (future positive change leaders).

  • Sustainable

    business models

    Sustainable business models

    Companies which have business models that exhibit characteristics such as, but not limited to, consistency of cashflow growth, business strategy, quality of management, governance, industry, and competitive position;

  • Sustainable

    earnings

    Sustainable earnings

    Companies which Firetrail believes are able to meet or exceed earnings expectations over its 5- year investment horizon.

  • Sustainable

    positive change

    Sustainable positive change

    Companies which Firetrail believes currently meets, or is expected within a 5-year investment horizon to meet, one or more of its four sustainable investment themes including:
    Health and Wellbeing
    Innovation and Equality
    Climate Impact
    Sustainable World
    Each of these investment themes links to a number of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (please refer to https://sdgs.un.org/goals for more information on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals).  More information can be found in the Fund’s Product Disclosure Statement under “Labour Standards or Environmental, Social or Ethical Considerations”.

    This includes companies that are already recognised by the market for their sustainability characteristics (current positive change leaders), as well as companies that are likely to be recognised within a 5-year investment horizon (future positive change leaders).

More Information on Firetrail’s approach to sustainability can be found in the Product Disclosure Statement.

Key Features

ASX Ticker S3GO
APIR WHT7794AU
Benchmark MSCI World Net Total Return Index (AUD)
Portfolio allocation^ Global equities: Typically 90% – 100%
Cash: 0 – 10%
Stock numbers Approximately 30
Suitable investor profile This product is intended for use as a minor or satellite allocation for a consumer who is seeking capital growth and has a very high risk and return profile for that portion of their investment portfolio. It is likely to be consistent with the financial situation and needs of a consumer with a 5 year investment timeframe and who is unlikely to need to withdraw their money on less than one week’s notice.
Suggested investment timeframe 5 years or more
Risk Very high
Short selling Not permitted
Borrowings Not permitted
Inception Date (Fund) 3 November 2021
Active ETF Available From 11 October 2022
Distribution Semi-annually, subject to the Fund having sufficient distributable income as at 30 June and 31 December.
Registry Automic Group
Market Making Agent Citigroup
iNAV Providers Solactive (Primary) & ICE (Secondary)

Ratings and Certifications

Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund (Managed Fund) has been classified “Sustainable Plus” –  the highest certification from Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA). This certification indicates that the Fund goes beyond basic responsible investment criteria by ensuring Sustainability objectives are prominent, the portfolio is aligned with sustainability objectives, and progress is measured and tracked.
See www.responsiblereturns.com.au for more details.

Further information on our Ratings and Certifications can be found in the Disclaimer & Disclosure section.

Unit Prices and distributions

Unit Price History

Unit prices are net of fees & do not include distributions. Calculation of unit prices is based on the net asset value plus/minus transaction costs divided by the total number of units on issue. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The inception date is the date that the current investment strategy commenced, which is 3 November 2021. This material has been provided for general information purposes and must not be construed as investment advice.

Distribution History

Reports

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Invest via the ASX

The Fund is available on the ASX under the ticker: S3GO. This means you can buy and sell units in S3GO through your online trading account or via your broker or licensed adviser in the same way that you trade shares in ASX-listed companies. You can view your S3GO investment alongside any other direct shareholding you have.

Platform Availability List

You can also invest in the Fund on the below platforms. If the Fund is not available on your preferred platform, please contact us. Please check with your platform for minimum investment requirements and fees.

Acclaim Wealth

AMP North

Asgard

BT Panorama

Centric

HUB24

Insignia Expand

Insignia Financial Wrap

Macquarie Wrap

Mason Stevens

Netwealth

Powerwrap (IDPS only)

Praemium

Investor forms

The carbon emissions estimate for the Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund (Managed Fund) has been calculated by Firetrail Investments Pty Limited (‘Firetrail’). The estimate of the carbon emissions for the Fund is based on the Fund’s portfolio holdings as at the end of the most recent calendar quarter following calculation by Firetrail. The carbon emissions calculation is performed by Firetrail on a quarterly basis. Please note these carbon emissions numbers are an estimate only and are subject to change. The actual carbon emissions attributable to your investment in the Fund may vary considerably from the estimate provided.

Carbon footprint includes Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Company emissions data is sourced from MSCI. Portfolio carbon footprint is calculated based on the ownership methodology (e.g. owning 1% of the shares is owning 1% of emissions). The calculation also takes into account carbon removed from the atmosphere by portfolio companies. For example, via planted trees or carbon removal technologies. Carbon removal data is sourced from the applicable company.

carbon-offser

How to choose a high-quality carbon offset?

Firetrail has been a carbon-neutral business since inception. Further information can be found in our PDS and ESG Policy.

As part of offsetting our emissions each year, we have done substantial research into the carbon offsets market. You can read some of this research here.

For more information on Firetrail’s approach to sustainability, contact us.

S3GO: now available on the ASX.

The Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund (Managed Fund) (ASX: S3GO) is available as an active Exchange Traded Fund (ETF), allowing investors to buy and sell on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).

  • Simple: Click to buy on the securities exchange. Easy to switch from unquoted to quoted unit
  • Accessible: No minimum investment amount
  • Liquid: Investors can buy/sell intraday on the ASX
  • Transparent: Live trading price, quarterly full portfolio disclosure

What are Active ETFs?

Active ETFs are actively managed by fund managers with the aim to generate alpha and outperform relevant benchmarks. They were also previously known as Exchange Quoted Managed Funds (EQMFs), Exchange Traded Managed Funds (ETMF), or quoted managed funds.

Active ETFs will aim to beat the benchmark using a number of active investing strategies. They operate in a similar way to traditional managed funds but have the benefit of transparent, live intra-day pricing and market-making capability (which is intended to provide liquidity and facilitate settlement of transactions).

Investors invest in the active ETF by using a stockbroker, financial adviser or share trading platform.

Disclaimer
Investors who apply for units directly with Pinnacle Fund Services Limited (the Responsible Entity) may pay a different price per unit to an investor who purchases those units on the ASX at the same time, and such differences may have a material impact on the performance of that investment.
*An indicative NAV per Unit (iNAV) will be published on the Fund’s website throughout the ASX Trading Day. The iNAV will be based on the latest closing price of each security, and will take into account proxies (including futures) where a live price is unavailable (for example, if the relevant market is closed). The iNAV reflects the real time movements in stock markets and currencies during the ASX Trading Day and, for securities not trading during the ASX Trading Day, listed proxy instruments selected on the basis of correlations with the underlying investments. The proxies and their correlations with underlying instruments are reviewed regularly and updated as required.
The Responsible Entity has appointed Solactive AG as an iNAV calculation agent to independently calculate and disseminate an iNAV. The iNAV represents the best estimate by the Responsible Entity or its appointed agents of the value per unit in the Fund throughout the trading day. No assurance can be given that the iNAV will be published continuously or that it will be up to date or free from error. To the extent permitted by law, neither the Responsible Entity nor its appointed agent shall be liable to any person who relies on the iNAV.

Indicative NAV*

per unit as at
December 20, 2024 04:59:59 (pm)

$6.4542

1 second delayed price

NAV History

ASX announcements

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*Carbon footprint includes Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Company emissions data is sourced from MSCI. Portfolio carbon footprint is calculated based on the ownership methodology (e.g. owning 1% of the shares is owning 1% of emissions). The calculation also takes into account carbon removed from the atmosphere by portfolio companies. For example, via planted trees or carbon removal technologies. Carbon removal data is sourced from the applicable company.

How to choose a high-quality carbon offset?

Firetrail has been a carbon-neutral business since inception. As part of offsetting our emissions each year, we have done substantial research into the carbon offsets market. You can read some of this research here. Below, we provide links to two third parties we believe are able to delivering high quality carbon offsets:

  1. Greenfleet Australia: Greenfleet is a 25-year-old not-for-profit organisation and Australia’s first carbon offset provider. Greenfleet plants native biodiverse forests in Australia and New Zealand to restore critical ecosystems and capture carbon emissions.
  2. South Pole: South Pole is an independent third-party specialising in carbon reduction projects. They provide a full portfolio of carbon projects to choose from across the globe.

For more information on Firetrail’s approach to sustainability, contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between an on-market and off-market unit?

You are investing in the same fund but you have a choice whether you hold off-market units via the Responsible Entity (RE) or buy the on-market units on the ASX in the same way you buy other publicly listed ETFs and shares.

Investors who apply for units directly with the Responsible Entity may pay a different price per unit to an investor who purchases those units on the ASX at the same time, and such differences may have a material impact on the performance of that investment. The above performance reflects the performance of the Fund where units are purchased and redeemed directly with the Responsible Entity only.

What is an Exchange Traded Managed Fund (Managed Fund)?

Exchange traded managed funds are actively managed by fund managers to generate alpha and outperform relevant benchmarks. They are also sometimes known as active Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), Exchange Quoted Managed Funds (EQMF), or quoted managed funds.

Exchange traded managed funds will aim to beat the benchmark using a number of active investing strategies. They operate in a similar way to traditional managed funds but have the benefit of transparent, live intra-day pricing and market making ability which ensures liquidity.

Investors invest in the exchange quoted managed funds by using a stockbroker, financial adviser or share trading platform.

How do I invest or redeem in S3GO?

To invest via the ASX – You can buy and sell units in S3GO via your online share trading platform, your stockbroker or your financial adviser.

To invest via the Responsible Entity (RE) – You can apply online at firetrail/invest. Alternatively, you can download a printer-friendly Application Form from the Fund Documents and Forms section of the relevant Fund page on our website, you will need to print the completed Form and return the original signed Form to the Registry via post:

Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund (Managed Fund)
C/- Automic Group
GPO Box 5193
Sydney NSW 2001

If you are a wholesale investor as defined in section 761G of the Corporations Act 2001 and wish to invest via the RE in the Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund (Managed Fund), please contact Client Services on 1300 737 240 Monday to Friday between 8.30am and 5.30pm (Sydney time) or via email at service@pinnacleinvestment.com.

Online Applications are available for individuals, partnerships, SMSF’s, superannuation funds, other regulated trusts, and companies. Note, applications for unregulated trusts (such as family and testamentary trusts) CANNOT be completed online.

The avenue by which you invested in the Fund, either via buying units from the RE or via the ASX, does not restrict how you can withdraw your investment.

To withdraw via the ASX – Log into your share trading platform and issue a sell order, just as you would for any listed ETF or share. This is a straight forward process if you have a Holder Identification Number (HIN) associated with your holding. If have a Security holder Reference Number (SRN), ask your stockbroker if they can sell your units on your behalf. If they are unable to do that, you will need to ask your stockbroker or trading platform if they can convert your holding into a HIN after which you will be able to sell your holding via the ASX.

To withdraw via the RE – Complete a redemption request form available at https://firetrail.com/invest/ and submit it to the RE. You will need to provide your SRN or Investor Number on the withdrawal form. If you have a HIN instead, you will need to convert your holding from a HIN to a SRN with the assistance of your stockbroker or online trading platform.

Please note that there are differences when you redeem via the RE or by selling on the securities exchange including the price you may pay. You should read the PDS or speak with your adviser before you decide which avenue you use.

Does S3GO pay distributions? If so, can I reinvest them?

Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund (Managed Fund) pays a distribution semi-annually. Distribution payments are not guaranteed as they are subject to the earnings of the Fund. Any distributions paid will be automatically re-invested unless you advise otherwise.

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The portfolio allocation ranges provided are indicative only. The Fund will be rebalanced within a reasonable period of time should the exposure move outside these ranges. The Fund is typically expected to be fully invested. A portion of the portfolio may be allocated to cash or derivatives for liquidity purposes. The Fund may hold exchange traded derivatives to a maximum of 10% of the Fund’s NAV.

Disclaimer & Disclosure

The name of the Fund changed from Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund to Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund (Managed Fund) on 11 October 2022 to facilitate quotation of the fund on the ASX.

This webpage is prepared by Firetrail Investments Pty Limited (‘Firetrail’) (ABN 98​ 622​ 377​ 913,​ AFSL 5168​21) as the investment manager of the Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund (Managed Fund) (ARSN 653​ 717​ 625​) (the ‘Fund’). Pinnacle Fund Services Limited (‘PFSL’) (ABN 29 082 494 362, AFSL 238371) is the product issuer of the Fund and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pinnacle Investment Management Group Limited (‘Pinnacle’) (ABN 22 100 325 184). PFSL is not licensed to provide financial product advice.

The information contained in this webpage is general information only and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making a decision to acquire, or continue to hold units in, the Fund, you should consider the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) and Target Market Determination (TMD) as well as the Fund’s other periodic and continuous disclosure announcements lodged with the ASX which are available at www.asx.com.au. For historic TMDs, please contact Pinnacle Client Services via phone 1300 010 311 or email service@pinnacleinvestment.com. Any persons relying on this information should obtain professional advice before doing so and consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to your specific circumstances.

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance and the repayment of capital is not guaranteed. The specific risks associated with investing in the Fund, and the risks associated with the Fund’s investments, are discussed in Section 6 of the PDS. Any opinions and forecasts reflect the judgment and assumptions of Firetrail and its representatives based on information available as at the date of publication and may later change without notice.

The Zenith Investment Partners (ABN 27 103 132 672, AFS Licence 226872) (“Zenith”) rating (Firetrail S3 Global Opportunities Fund (Managed Fund) assigned November 2023) referred to in this piece is limited to “General Advice” (s766B Corporations Act 2001) for Wholesale clients only. This advice has been prepared without taking into account the objectives, financial situation or needs of any individual, including target markets of financial products, where applicable, and is subject to change at any time without prior notice. It is not a specific recommendation to purchase, sell or hold the relevant product(s). Investors should seek independent financial advice before making an investment decision and should consider the appropriateness of this advice in light of their own objectives, financial situation and needs. Investors should obtain a copy of, and consider the PDS or offer document before making any decision and refer to the full Zenith Product Assessment available on the Zenith website. Past performance is not an indication of future performance. Zenith usually charges the product issuer, fund manager or related party to conduct Product Assessments. Full details regarding Zenith’s methodology, ratings definitions and regulatory compliance are available on our Product Assessments and at Fund Research Regulatory Guidelines.

The rating issued 04/2023 is published by Lonsec Research Pty Ltd ABN 11 151 658 561 AFSL 421 445 (Lonsec). Ratings are general advice only, and have been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider your personal circumstances, read the product disclosure statement and seek independent financial advice before investing. The rating is not a recommendation to purchase, sell or hold any product. Past performance information is not indicative of future performance. Ratings are subject to change without notice and Lonsec assumes no obligation to update. Lonsec uses objective criteria and receives a fee from the Fund Manager. Visit lonsec.com.au for ratings information and to access the full report. © 2023 Lonsec. All rights reserved.

The Responsible Investment Certification Program does not constitute financial product advice. Neither the Certification Symbol nor RIAA recommends to any person that any financial product is a suitable investment or that returns are guaranteed. Appropriate professional advice should be sought prior to making an investment decision. RIAA does not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence.