Jupiter Green Investment Trust PLC
Interim Management Statement for the three months to 31 December 2009
The Board of Jupiter Green Investment Trust PLC (the "Company") is pleased to
announce its interim management statement for the three months ended 31 December
2009.
Investment Manager's Report for the three months ended 31 December 2009
Performance Review
For the three months ended 31 December 2009 the total return for the Company was
4.5 per cent. compared to a return of 3.3 per cent. for the Company's composite
benchmark index**.
Market and Policy Review
Global stock markets made further gains in the final quarter of 2009, although
they were modest compared to the returns seen in the previous two quarters.
Investors were reminded of the many obstacles to a global economic
recovery.Dubai World, the property conglomerate, announced it was struggling to
honour its debt obligations. But more troubling was the news that highly
indebted countries such as Greece and Spain saw their debt ratings downgraded,
while credit default swap (CDS) markets indicated that countries such as the UK
(which is seeking to raise £225 billion in 2010 on top of an already ballooning
deficit) and Japan could be next. Were it not for the surge in mining and basic
materials stocks, the market's performance over the period would have been
lacklustre at best.
Fund performance
The Company's investments added value in both absolute and relative terms,
despite the dominant performance of mining companies within the composite
benchmark index (in which the Company does not invest) during the period. Core
holdingCranswick (sustainable living) made notable progress on the back of
positive interim results. A bid for Shanks (Waste Management) by a private
equity firm offering a 50% premium to its market value was also positive for
performance during the quarter. A key highlight from the US portfolio was
Spain's Telvent*, which rallied on the back of solid third quarter results. This
business provides technology and engineering solutions for a number of sectors.
Its products include data/network management software which is used in the
rapidly growing smart grid (electricity) sector.
Less impressive were the performances of our wind holdings which continued to
suffer on short term concerns about order volumes and delays to the passage of
the US Federal Energy Bill.Vestas Wind Systems and Gamesa lost ground as a
result. We believe the long term outlook for the wind sector remains positive
based on lower turbine prices, improved access to finance and greater government
legislation.
We increased the allocation to the US portfolio during the quarter. A notable
addition to the Company wasAmerican Superconductor* (clean energy). This company
manufactures highly efficient high temperature superconductor wires and other
electrical technologies. It is particularly benefiting from growth in the
Chinese wind sector where it has contracts to supply electrical control systems
for wind turbines.
Investment Outlook
Stock market jitters are likely to continue for the time being while uncertainty
overhangs the Western government debt positions. This has the potential to
create some volatility in the returns for the Company in the coming months.
There are several reasons to remain optimistic about green investment over the
longer term, however. Company results are broadly improving and managements are
generally more confident. In addition, we are seeing an increased number of
interesting opportunities for investment. Ongoing green stimulus spending should
also provide good support for the sector, especially as valuations tend to be
undemanding.
The outcome of the UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen presented few
surprises for us as green investors. The "Copenhagen Accord" announced at the
end of the conference crystallised the policy momentum we had seen at the
regional level in the preceding months. We believe the most important
initiatives have been taking place at this level and will continue to do so in
the immediate future.
Charles Thomas
Fund Manager
Jupiter Asset Management Limited
Total Assets as at 31 December 2009: £42,995,448
  % of Total Assets
Jupiter Managed Portfolio £26,517,086 61.7
Winslow Managed Portfolio £16,478,362 38.3
Shares in Issue on 31 December 2009:
 Net Asset Value Market Price Premium/ (Discount)
(p) (p)
Ordinary (undiluted) 104.04
excluding income/expenses
Ordinary (undiluted) 104.09
including income/expenses
86.25 (17%)
Ordinary (diluted) 103.36
excluding income/expenses
Ordinary (diluted) 103.41
including income/expenses
Warrants n/a 5.50 n/a
Portfolio Distribution on 31 December 2009
United Kingdom 25%
North America 37%
Europe 23%
Japan 6%
Other 6%
Cash and fixed interest 3%
----------------------------------
 100%
The Company's exposure to other UK listed investment companies was nil on 31
December 2009.
Top Ten Holdings on 31 December 2009
Company Country of Activity % of total
Listing assets
Cranswick United Kingdom Sustainable Living 3.6
Telvent Spain  Environmental 3.4
Services
American Superconductor United States Clean Energy 2.9
First Solar United States Clean Energy 2.7
First Group United Kingdom Green Transport 2.7
Vestas Wind Systems Denmark Clean Energy 2.6
Pure Technologies Canada Water Management 2.6
Novozymes Denmark Clean Energy 2.5
Sims Metal Management Australia Waste Management 2.3
Horsehead Holdings United States Waste Management 2.3
   27.6
Comparative Performance to 31 December 2009
 Three One year % Since launch %
months %
Total Assets* 4.5 17.1 7.2
FTSE Global Small Cap - Ex US Index 2.6 39.7 13.0
Russell 2500 Growth Index 4.2 21.3 10.3
Composite Index 3.3 33.3 15.0
Ordinary Share NAV 4.5 17.1 7.2
Ordinary Share Price 0.0 22.8 (13.8)
Warrant Price (18.5) (2.3) (73.8)
* Performance adjusted for share issue/cancellation since launch
The Company's Investment Objective
The Company's investment objective is to generate long-term capital growth
through a diverse portfolio of companies providing environmental solutions.
The Company's Investment Policy
The Company invests globally in companies which have a significant focus on
environmental solutions such as Clean Energy, Water Management, Waste
Management, Sustainable Living, Environmental Services and Green Transport. The
Company is focused on the following six green investment themes:
<li>Clean Energy
Stand alone power and back-up systems based on wind, solar, flywheels, batteries
and fuel cells; bio-fuels; insulation materials; energy efficiency technologies.
<li>Water Management
Water and wastewater services including sewerage and treatment infrastructure;
new technology-based solutions such as membranes and UV disinfection.
<li>Waste Management
Waste reduction and associated technologies; recycling and resource management;
recycled materials.
<li>Sustainable Living
Healthy lifestyle sector including organic foods, complementary medicines and
healthcare.
<li>Environmental Services
Companies directly benefiting from increased environmental legislation,
including environmental consultancies and providers of safety equipment.
<li>Green Transport
Integrated public transport systems; vehicle emissions and energy efficiency
control technologies.
The Company's portfolio has a bias towards small and medium capitalisation
companies. It invests primarily in securities which are quoted, listed or traded
on a recognised exchange. However, up to 5 per cent. of the Company's Total
Assets (at the time of such investment) may be invested in unlisted securities.
No such investments have been made to date.
Material Events
The Company's Interim Results for the six months ended 30 September 2009 were
published on 30 November 2009.
The Board is not aware of any other significant events or transactions which
have occurred between 30 September 2009 and the date of publication of this
interim management statement which would have a material impact on the financial
position or the performance of the Company.
Availability of Monthly Fact Sheets
Monthly fact sheets for the Company are available for download
fromwww.jupiteronline.co.uk <
http://www.jupiteronline.co.uk/> and by post or fax
on request from the company secretarial department.
The Company's Ordinary shares and Warrants are listed on the London Stock
Exchange and the prices are published in the Financial Times under `Investment
Companies'.
The Net Asset Values of the Company's Ordinary shares are calculated weekly and
can be viewed on the London Stock Exchange website atwww.londonstockexchange.com
<
http://www.londonstockexchange.com/> (under the heading 'Market News').
For further information, please contact:
Richard Pavry
Director of Investment Trusts
Jupiter Asset Management Limited
rpavry@jupiter-group.co.uk <mailto:rpavry@jupiter-group.co.uk>
020 7314 4822
Faith Pengelly
Company Secretarial Department
Jupiter Asset Management Limited
fpengelly@jupiter-group.co.uk
020 7314 4915
The Company's Registered office is at 1 Grosvenor Place, London SW1X 7JJ.
This interim management statement has been prepared solely to provide
information to meet the requirements of the UK Listing Authority's Disclosure
and Transparency Rules.
By order of the Board
Jupiter Asset Management Limited
18 February 2010
[HUG#1386164]
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