Schroder Investment Management

To provide a high rate of total return primarily through investment in equity and equity related securities in Asia Pacific Region (excluding Japan).

To achieve capital growth by investing in equities of companies in Asia, (excluding the Middle East and Japan) and the Far Eastern countries bordering the Pacific Ocean.

To provide real growth of income, being growth of income in excess of the rate of inflation, and capital growth as a consequence of the rising income primarily in UK equities.

To achieve capital growth from an actively managed portfolio principally comprising securities listed on the Japanese stock markets.

To provide total return through investments in equities and equity related investments in companies, which are based in or derive a significant proportion of revenues from the Asia Pacific region.

To invest in mid cap equities with the aim of providing a total return in excess of the FTSE 250 (ex-Investment Companies) Index.

To achieve long-term capital growth through investing in a diversified portfolio with a focus on UK companies, both quoted and unquoted. The company will aim to deliver a return in excess of 10% p.a. over the longer term.