JPMORGAN EUROPEAN SMALLER COMPANIES TRUST PLC
(the 'Company')
INVESTMENT MANAGER
Jim Campbell, co-portfolio manager for JPMorgan European Smaller Companies Trust plc, is currently on personal leave from J.P. Morgan Asset Management.
In the meantime, his long standing co-managers, Francesco Conte and Edward Greaves, and the broader investment team, will continue to manage the portfolio in his absence. There will be no changes to investment strategy.
Jim and Francesco have run this strategy successfully for 18 years. Edward, who was recently appointed as a co-manager, has worked with Jim and Francesco for 5 years.
In the event of any queries, please contact:
Jonathan Latter
For and on behalf of
JPMorgan Funds Limited, Secretary
020 7742 4000