Schroder Japan Growth Fund (SJG) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Schroder Japan Growth Fund (SJG) has net assets worth GBX343.25 Million GBX (≈ $41.76K USD) as of January 2025. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (GBX346.95 Million ≈ $42.21K USD) and total liabilities (GBX3.69 Million ≈ $449.45 USD). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Check SJG asset resilience ratio to evaluate the company's liquid asset resilience ratio.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | GBX343.25 Million |
| % of Total Assets | 98.94% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 3.99% |
| 5-Year Change | 48.6% |
| 10-Year Change | 65.43% |
| Growth Volatility | 14.48 |
Schroder Japan Growth Fund - Net Assets Trend (2000–2024)
This chart illustrates how Schroder Japan Growth Fund's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Also explore Schroder Japan Growth Fund assets under control for the complete picture of this company's asset base.
Annual Net Assets for Schroder Japan Growth Fund (2000–2024)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Schroder Japan Growth Fund from 2000 to 2024. For live valuation and market cap data, see SJG stock market capitalisation.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-07-31 | GBX350.89 Million ≈ $42.69K |
+16.01% |
| 2023-07-31 | GBX302.46 Million ≈ $36.80K |
+7.47% |
| 2022-07-31 | GBX281.43 Million ≈ $34.24K |
-0.86% |
| 2021-07-31 | GBX283.86 Million ≈ $34.54K |
+20.21% |
| 2020-07-31 | GBX236.13 Million ≈ $28.73K |
-13.76% |
| 2019-07-31 | GBX273.81 Million ≈ $33.32K |
-6.31% |
| 2018-07-31 | GBX292.27 Million ≈ $35.56K |
+8.53% |
| 2017-07-31 | GBX269.30 Million ≈ $32.77K |
+18.80% |
| 2016-07-31 | GBX226.69 Million ≈ $27.58K |
+6.88% |
| 2015-07-31 | GBX212.10 Million ≈ $25.81K |
+22.28% |
| 2014-07-31 | GBX173.46 Million ≈ $21.10K |
+0.32% |
| 2013-07-31 | GBX172.91 Million ≈ $21.04K |
+37.46% |
| 2012-07-31 | GBX125.78 Million ≈ $15.30K |
-3.73% |
| 2011-07-31 | GBX130.65 Million ≈ $15.90K |
+13.64% |
| 2010-07-31 | GBX114.97 Million ≈ $13.99K |
+7.13% |
| 2009-07-31 | GBX107.32 Million ≈ $13.06K |
-2.60% |
| 2008-07-31 | GBX110.19 Million ≈ $13.41K |
-18.75% |
| 2007-07-31 | GBX135.63 Million ≈ $16.50K |
-4.60% |
| 2006-07-31 | GBX142.16 Million ≈ $17.30K |
+19.02% |
| 2005-07-31 | GBX119.44 Million ≈ $14.53K |
+7.36% |
| 2004-07-31 | GBX111.26 Million ≈ $13.54K |
+24.73% |
| 2003-07-31 | GBX89.20 Million ≈ $10.85K |
-3.81% |
| 2002-07-31 | GBX92.73 Million ≈ $11.28K |
-17.98% |
| 2001-07-31 | GBX113.06 Million ≈ $13.76K |
-17.67% |
| 2000-07-31 | GBX137.33 Million ≈ $16.71K |
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Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Schroder Japan Growth Fund's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 806199900.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (July 2024)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | GBX8.06 Million | 2.30% |
| Common Stock | GBX11.85 Million | 3.38% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX330.97 Million | 94.32% |
| Other Components | GBX7.00K | 0.00% |
| Total Equity | GBX350.89 Million | 100.00% |
Schroder Japan Growth Fund Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Schroder Japan Growth Fund ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
IMMO BLOCKCHAIN EO 1
F:QT5
|
$4.80 Million |
|
Neolife SA
PA:ALNLF
|
$4.80 Million |
|
Harvest Gold Corp
V:HVG
|
$4.80 Million |
|
Amesite Operating Co
NASDAQ:AMST
|
$4.80 Million |
|
PT Trimuda Nuansa Citra Tbk
JK:TNCA
|
$4.79 Million |
|
DomaCom Limited
AU:DCL
|
$4.79 Million |
|
Chenghe Acquisition II Co.
NYSE MKT:CHEB
|
$4.79 Million |
|
Era Mandiri Cemerlang Tbk PT
JK:IKAN
|
$4.79 Million |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Schroder Japan Growth Fund's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2023 to 2024, total equity changed from 302,460,000 to 350,888,000, a change of 48,428,000 (16.0%).
- Net income of 61,027,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 48,447,000.
- Other factors decreased equity by 61,046,000.
Equity Change Factors (2023 to 2024)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | GBX61.03 Million | +17.39% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | GBX48.45 Million | +13.81% |
| Other Changes | GBX-61.05 Million | -17.4% |
| Total Change | GBX- | 16.01% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Schroder Japan Growth Fund's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 116.45x
- The company is trading at a significant premium to its book value, suggesting the market values its earnings potential, brand, or other intangibles highly.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 386.50x to 116.45x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-07-31 | GBX0.89 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2005-07-31 | GBX0.96 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2006-07-31 | GBX1.14 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2007-07-31 | GBX1.08 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2008-07-31 | GBX0.88 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2009-07-31 | GBX0.86 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2010-07-31 | GBX0.92 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2011-07-31 | GBX1.05 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2012-07-31 | GBX1.01 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2013-07-31 | GBX1.38 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2014-07-31 | GBX1.39 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2015-07-31 | GBX1.70 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2016-07-31 | GBX1.81 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2017-07-31 | GBX2.15 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2018-07-31 | GBX2.34 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2019-07-31 | GBX2.19 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2020-07-31 | GBX1.89 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2021-07-31 | GBX2.30 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2022-07-31 | GBX2.31 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2023-07-31 | GBX2.50 | GBX344.00 | x |
| 2024-07-31 | GBX2.95 | GBX344.00 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Schroder Japan Growth Fund utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 17.39%
- The company demonstrates strong efficiency in generating profits from shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 307.50%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.05x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.04x
- Recent ROE (17.39%) is above the historical average (6.69%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 19.83% | 91.55% | 0.19x | 1.15x | GBX10.93 Million |
| 2005 | 6.85% | 81.05% | 0.07x | 1.20x | GBX-3.77 Million |
| 2006 | 15.98% | 90.51% | 0.14x | 1.23x | GBX8.50 Million |
| 2007 | -4.82% | 0.00% | -0.03x | 1.17x | GBX-20.10 Million |
| 2008 | -23.08% | 0.00% | -0.19x | 1.22x | GBX-36.45 Million |
| 2009 | -2.67% | 0.00% | -0.02x | 1.19x | GBX-13.60 Million |
| 2010 | 6.65% | 92.11% | 0.06x | 1.20x | GBX-3.85 Million |
| 2011 | 12.00% | 95.72% | 0.11x | 1.19x | GBX2.62 Million |
| 2012 | -3.87% | 0.00% | -0.03x | 1.20x | GBX-17.45 Million |
| 2013 | 27.25% | 98.48% | 0.25x | 1.12x | GBX29.83 Million |
| 2014 | 1.58% | 78.01% | 0.02x | 1.18x | GBX-14.61 Million |
| 2015 | 19.28% | 97.87% | 0.17x | 1.15x | GBX19.69 Million |
| 2016 | 7.54% | 94.00% | 0.07x | 1.20x | GBX-5.58 Million |
| 2017 | 17.12% | 97.59% | 0.15x | 1.16x | GBX19.19 Million |
| 2018 | 9.35% | 95.40% | 0.09x | 1.14x | GBX-1.89 Million |
| 2019 | -4.91% | 0.00% | -0.04x | 1.17x | GBX-40.84 Million |
| 2020 | -13.30% | 0.00% | -0.11x | 1.19x | GBX-55.02 Million |
| 2021 | 20.82% | 97.93% | 0.19x | 1.14x | GBX30.72 Million |
| 2022 | 1.11% | 68.17% | 0.01x | 1.14x | GBX-25.02 Million |
| 2023 | 10.37% | 95.35% | 0.10x | 1.11x | GBX1.10 Million |
| 2024 | 17.39% | 307.50% | 0.05x | 1.04x | GBX25.94 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Schroder Japan Growth Fund's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Asset Management industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Asset Management
- Average net assets among peers: $745,852,800
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 2.99%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schroder Japan Growth Fund (SJG) | GBX343.25 Million | 19.83% | 0.01x | $4.80 Million |
| 3I Infrastructure PLC (3IN) | $1.20 Billion | 4.98% | 0.15x | $42.14 Million |
| Albion Enterprise VCT PLC (AAEV) | $61.87 Million | 11.55% | 0.03x | $3.29 Million |
| abrdn Asian Income Fund Limited (AAIF) | $431.87 Million | 14.17% | 0.08x | $5.17 Million |
| Abrdn Asia Focus PLC (AAS) | $98.67 Million | 9.82% | 0.09x | $7.49 Million |
| Albion Technology & General VCT PLC (AATG) | $64.83 Million | 5.63% | 0.01x | $3.22 Million |
| Abrdn PLC (ABDN) | $4.56 Billion | 10.22% | 39.48x | $45.21 Million |
| Aberdeen Diversified Income and Growth Trust PLC (ADIG) | $426.87 Million | 6.29% | 0.20x | $450.86K |
| Aquila Energy Efficiency Trust PLC (AEET) | $69.67 Million | -2.91% | 0.02x | $261.59K |
| Aquila European Renewables Income PLC (AERI) | $372.54 Million | -8.03% | 0.00x | $79.35 Million |
| Artemis UK Future Leaders plc (AFL) | $174.91 Million | -21.80% | 0.02x | $415.29 |
About Schroder Japan Growth Fund
Schroder Japan Trust plc formerly known as Schroder Japan Growth Fund plc is an open-ended equity mutual fund launched and managed by Schroder Investment Management Limited. The fund invests in the public equity markets of Japan. It invests in stocks of companies operating across diversified sectors. The fund typically invests in value stocks of companies. It benchmarks the performance of its por… Read more