Final Results

FIDELITY ASIAN VALUES PLC Preliminary Announcement of Unaudited Results For the year ended 31 July 2007 PERFORMANCE AND MARKETS Your Company has had another good year. The net asset value per share rose by 47.4% over the twelve months to 31 July 2007. In comparison, the benchmark MSCI All Countries (Combined) Far East ex Japan Index gained 41.3%. (All figures in sterling terms and on a total return basis.) The Asian region saw continued economic growth during the period, largely driven by domestic demand. Real GDP growth in China, the dominant player in the region, accelerated in the second quarter of 2007. Asian stock markets advanced over much of the twelve months, despite sharp declines, in tandem with global equities, at the end of February and in the closing week of the period. Overall, equities saw positive gains in sterling terms. While China, India and Singapore were strong performers, smaller markets including those of the Philippines, Malaysia and Indonesia also gained significantly. Strong earnings encouraged foreign funds to invest more in the region, while takeovers and corporate consolidations further supported investor sentiment. Plantation companies in Malaysia and Indonesia benefited from rising agricultural commodities prices and a slew of economic reforms. Conversely, equities in Hong Kong underperformed the region, due to concerns about Chinese government policy measures. However the benchmark index rose towards the end of the review period, supported by robust corporate earnings results and by inflows from China, following the mainland's relaxation on restrictions on overseas investment. Hong Kong-listed Chinese stocks in particular helped drive up the market. Korea and Taiwan benefited from a slight rebound in exports during the three month period to June. In July, investor sentiment throughout the region was affected by renewed concerns about the US sub-prime market, though steps taken by monetary authorities, including those in Australia, Korea and Malaysia, towards the end of the period helped to calm nerves. OUTLOOK The economic outlook for the region remains largely favourable. Strong domestic demand and robust business and government investments should continue to drive GDP growth in the remainder of 2007, although an expected slowdown in exports might prove a dampener, especially if the US economy slows as a result of the sub-prime mortgage and subsequent liquidity issues. While the recent nervousness and volatility in global markets may continue for some time, over the long-term Asian growth has remained strong, in part due to the continued strength of the Asian consumer and government investment spending. In addition, equity valuations remain attractive when compared to the majority of global peers, and could provide support to the markets in an environment of more muted corporate earnings growth. From a company perspective, attractive dividend payouts, improved balance sheets and sound corporate governance are just some of the characteristics that continue to appeal to investors. Against this background, the Board remains confident the Asia Pacific region continues to offer attractive long term investment opportunities. GEARING Historically the Company's gearing has been in the higher part of the peer group, but is now towards the lower end. The portfolio manager is permitted by the Board to maintain gearing between 5% and 7% depending on the strength or weakness of the markets. WARRANTS In December 2006 an aggregate of 20,462,735 ordinary shares of 25p each were issued and allotted fully paid at a price of 100p per share following exercises of warrants in November and December 2006. The proceeds of the exercise of warrants added £20,463,000 in cash to the assets of the Company which was applied in accordance with the Company's investment policy. SHARE REPURCHASES Shares may be repurchased when, in the opinion of the Directors, the discount is excessive or is wider than the peer group average or a block becomes available in the market. During the period under review your Company repurchased a total of 4,627,000 shares These share repurchases have resulted in an increase in the net asset value per remaining share of approximately 0.94 pence. Since the year end a further 1,250,000 shares have been repurchased. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING This year's AGM is scheduled for 7 December 2007 at Fidelity's Cannon Street office commencing at 11.00 am. All shareholders, Fidelity ISA, PEP and Share Plan investors are invited to attend. The portfolio manager will be making a presentation on the year under review and immediate prospects for the Company. Sir Victor Garland Chairman 21 September 2007 Enquiries: Stephen Westwood, Head of Investment Trusts, Fidelity Investments International - 0207 961 4477 Richard Miles, Director Corporate Communications, Fidelity Investments International - 01737 837844 Issued by Fidelity Investments International. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. The value of the fund can go down as well as up so you may get back less than you invested. Past performance is not a guide of what might happen in the future. You may get back more or less than this as a result of currency fluctuations. Investments in small and emerging markets can be more volatile than other more developed markets. Fidelity only gives information about its own products and services and does not provide investment advice based on individual circumstances. Fidelity Investment Trusts are managed by Fidelity Investments International. Source of performance: Fidelity as at 31.07.07 performance is excluding initial charge. Basis: bid-bid with net income reinvested. Issued by Fidelity Investments International, authorised and regulated in the UK by the Financial Services Authority. CB32354/na FIDELITY ASIAN VALUES PLC Income Statement - unaudited - for the year ended 31 July 2007 (1) 2007 2006 revenue capital total revenue capital total £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 Gains on investments - 55,516 55,516 - 10,253 10,253 Income 3,669 - 3,669 2,446 - 2,446 Investment management fee (1,528) - (1,528) (1,125) - (1,125) Other expenses (498) - (498) (457) - (457) Exchange (losses)/gains (5) (238) (243) 12 (208) (196) on other net assets Exchange gains on loans - 815 815 - 597 597 Net return before finance 1,638 56,093 57,731 876 10,642 11,518 costs and taxation Interest payable (519) - (519) (637) - (637) Net return on ordinary 1,119 56,093 57,212 239 10,642 10,881 activities before taxation Taxation on ordinary (461) (35) (496) (299) - (299) activities Net return on ordinary a 658 56,058 56,716 (60) 10,642 10,582 ctivities after taxation for the year Return/(loss) per ordinary share Basic 0.63p 53.37p 54.00p (0.06p) 11.38p 11.32p Diluted 0.62p 53.35p 53.97p (0.06p) 11.38p 11.32p A Statement of Total Recognised Gains and Losses has not been prepared as there are no gains and losses other than those reported in this Income Statement. The total column of the Income Statement is the profit and loss account of the Company. All revenue and capital items in the above statement derive from continuing operations. No operations were acquired or discontinued in the year. FIDELITY ASIAN VALUES PLC Reconciliation of Movements in Shareholders' Funds - unaudited - for the year ended 31 July 2007 called share capital other other warrant capital capital revenue total up premium redemption non-distributable reserve reserve reserve reserve reserve equity share account reserve reserve realised unrealised capital £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 Opening 23,376 7 2,330 - 59,282 7,369 (25,545) 23,258 (1,588) 88,489 shareholders' funds: 1 August 2005 Net - - - - - - 16,435 (5,793) - 10,642 recognised gains/ (losses) for the year Revenue loss - - - - - - - - (60) (60) after taxation Exercise of 1 5 - - 2 (2) - - - 6 warrants Closing 23,377 12 2,330 - 59,284 7,367 (9,110) 17,465 (1,648) 99,077 shareholders' funds: 31 July 2006 Net - - - - - - 19,908 36,150 - 56,058 recognised gains for the year Repurchase of (1,157) - 1,157 - (5,535) - - - - (5,535) ordinary s hares Revenue after - - - - - - - - 658 658 taxation Exercise of 5,116 15,347 - 7,367 (7,367) - - - 20,463 warrants Closing 27,336 15,359 3,487 7,367 53,749 - 10,798 53,615 (990) 170,721 shareholders' funds: 31 July 2007 FIDELITY ASIAN VALUES PLC Balance Sheet - unaudited - as at 31 July2007 2007 2006 £'000 £'000 Fixed assets Investments held at fair value through profit or loss 175,057 107,538 Current assets Debtors 5,949 4,111 Cash at bank 4,696 1,313 10,645 5,424 Creditors - amounts falling due within one year Fixed rate unsecured loan - (9,655) Other creditors (6,141) (4,230) (6,141) (13,885) Net current assets/(liabilities) 4,504 (8,461) Total assets less current liabilities 179,561 99,077 Creditors - amounts falling due after more than one year Fixed rate unsecured loan (8,840) - Total net assets 170,721 99,077 Capital and reserves Called up share capital 27,336 23,377 Share premium account 15,359 12 Capital redemption reserve 3,487 2,330 Other non-distributable reserve 7,367 - Other reserve 53,749 59,284 Warrant reserve - 7,367 Capital reserve - realised 10,798 (9,110) Capital reserve - unrealised 53,615 17,465 Revenue reserve (990) (1,648) Total equity shareholders' funds 170,721 99,077 Net asset value per ordinary share: Basic 156.13p 105.95p Diluted 156.13p 104.88p FIDELITY ASIAN VALUES PLC Cashflow Statement - unaudited- for the year ended 31 July 2007 2007 2006 £'000 £'000 Operating activities Investment income received 2,713 2,310 Interest received 144 56 Investment management fee paid (1,447) (1,445) Directors' fees paid (71) (79) Other cash payments (379) (288) Net cash inflow from operating activities 960 554 Returns on investments and servicing of finance Interest paid (403) (641) Net cash outflow from returns on investments and (403) (641) servicing of finance Financial investment Purchase of investments (123,551) (90,518) Disposal of investments 111,301 91,013 Net cash (outflow)/inflowfrom financial investment (12,250) 495 Net cash (outflow)/inflowbefore financing (11,693) 408 Financing Repurchase of ordinary shares (5,535) - Exercise of warrants 20,463 6 5.60% fixed rate unsecured loan drawn down 9,541 - 6.28% fixed rate unsecured loan repaid (9,541) - Net cash inflowfrom financing 14,928 6 Increasein cash 3,235 414 1. The total column of the Income Statement is the profit and loss account of the Company. 2. Returns/(losses) per ordinary share are based on the net revenue return on ordinary activities after taxation of £658,000 (2006: loss £60,000), the net capital return in the year of £56,058,000 (2006: £10,642,000) and the total return in the year of £56,716,000 (2006: £10,582,000) and on 105,041,064 ordinary shares (2006: 93,509,538) being the weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue during the year. In accordance with the provisions of FRS14, the diluted returns have been calculated on the assumption that the warrants in issue were converted on the first day of the financial period on a weighted average basis for the period over which they were outstanding and that the proceeds from the conversion have been used by the Company to purchase its own shares at a fair market price. 3. The above statements have been prepared on the basis of the accounting policies as set out in annual financial statements to 31 July 2007. The figures for the year to 31 July 2006 have been extracted from the financial statements for the year ended 31 July 2006 which have been delivered to the Registrar of Companies and on which the Auditors gave an unqualified report. The annual report and financial statements will be posted to shareholders as soon as is practicable and in any event no later than 7 November 2007.
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