The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc (SST) - Total Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc (SST) holds total assets worth GBX417.21 Million GBX (≈ $50.76K USD) as of August 2025. Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments. Check The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies cash flow reinvestment rate to assess the company's total reinvestment commitment from operating cash flow.
The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc - Total Assets Trend (2004–2025)
This chart illustrates how The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc's total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies (SST) long-term investment share to see how much of total assets are deployed in long-term investments.
The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc - Asset Composition Analysis
Current Asset Composition (August 2025)
The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc's total assets of GBX417.21 Million consist of 1.8% current assets and 98.3% non-current assets.
| Asset Category | Amount (GBX) | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | GBX0.00 | 1.6% |
| Accounts Receivable | GBX643.00K | 0.2% |
| Inventory | GBX0.00 | 0.0% |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | GBX0.00 | 0.0% |
| Intangible Assets | GBX0.00 | 0.0% |
| Goodwill | GBX0.00 | 0.0% |
Asset Composition Trend (2004–2025)
This chart illustrates how The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution. For live market cap, price, and company overview, see SST market cap overview.
Key Asset Composition Facts
- Current vs. Non-Current Assets: The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc's current assets represent 1.8% of total assets in 2025, an increase from 0.0% in 2004.
- Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 1.6% of total assets in 2025, up from 0.0% in 2004.
- Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 0.0% of total assets, unchanged from 0.0% in 2004.
- Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is accounts receivable at 0.2% of total assets.
The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc Competitors by Total Assets
Key competitors of The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc based on total assets are shown below.
| Company | Country | Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
|
Metrics Master Income Trust
AU:MXT
|
Australia | AU$2.46 Billion |
|
Jpmorgan Global Core Real Assets Ltd
LSE:JARA
|
UK | GBX70.85 Million |
|
Northern Trust Corporation
NASDAQ:NTRS
|
USA | $174.57 Billion |
|
Principal Financial Group Inc
NASDAQ:PFG
|
USA | $332.70 Billion |
|
Industrivarden AB ser. C
ST:INDU-C
|
Sweden | Skr211.38 Billion |
|
Sprott Physical Gold and Silver Trust
TO:CEF
|
Canada | CA$9.34 Billion |
|
Anxin Trust Co Ltd
SHG:600816
|
China | CN¥26.40 Billion |
|
Norte Grande
SN:NORTEGRAN
|
Chile | CL$2.96 Billion |
The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis
Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.
Key Liquidity Metrics
| Metric | Current | 1 Year Ago | 5 Years Ago |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 2.39 | 4.56 | 20.02 |
| Quick Ratio | 2.39 | 4.56 | 20.02 |
| Cash Ratio | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Working Capital | GBX4.25 Million | GBX31.86 Million | GBX22.33 Million |
The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc - Advanced Valuation Insights
This section examines the relationship between The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.
Key Valuation Metrics
| Current Price-to-Book Ratio | 0.80 |
| Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio | 0.01 |
| Asset Growth Rate (YoY) | -7.4% |
| Total Assets | GBX417.21 Million |
| Market Capitalization | $3.83 Million USD |
Valuation Analysis
Below Book Valuation: The market values The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc's assets below their book value (0.01x), which may indicate investor concerns about asset quality or future growth.
Significant Asset Reduction: The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc's assets decreased by 7.4% over the past year, potentially indicating divestiture, restructuring, or challenging business conditions.
Annual Total Assets for The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc (2004–2025)
The table below shows the annual total assets of The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc from 2004 to 2025.
| Year | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-31 | GBX417.21 Million ≈ $50.76K |
-7.40% |
| 2024-08-31 | GBX450.56 Million ≈ $54.82K |
+15.00% |
| 2023-08-31 | GBX391.80 Million ≈ $47.67K |
+3.83% |
| 2022-08-31 | GBX377.35 Million ≈ $45.91K |
-1.27% |
| 2021-08-31 | GBX382.21 Million ≈ $46.50K |
+31.42% |
| 2020-08-31 | GBX290.83 Million ≈ $35.39K |
-19.70% |
| 2019-08-31 | GBX362.17 Million ≈ $44.07K |
+4.59% |
| 2018-08-31 | GBX346.27 Million ≈ $42.13K |
-7.24% |
| 2017-08-31 | GBX373.28 Million ≈ $45.42K |
+5.88% |
| 2016-08-31 | GBX352.55 Million ≈ $42.89K |
+26.61% |
| 2015-08-31 | GBX278.46 Million ≈ $33.88K |
-9.22% |
| 2014-08-31 | GBX306.75 Million ≈ $37.32K |
+10.45% |
| 2013-08-31 | GBX277.72 Million ≈ $33.79K |
+23.30% |
| 2012-08-31 | GBX225.25 Million ≈ $27.41K |
+7.32% |
| 2011-08-31 | GBX209.88 Million ≈ $25.54K |
+23.70% |
| 2010-08-31 | GBX169.67 Million ≈ $20.64K |
+47.72% |
| 2009-08-31 | GBX114.86 Million ≈ $13.98K |
+20.85% |
| 2008-08-31 | GBX95.05 Million ≈ $11.56K |
-9.23% |
| 2007-08-31 | GBX104.72 Million ≈ $12.74K |
+41.45% |
| 2006-08-31 | GBX74.03 Million ≈ $9.01K |
+12.91% |
| 2005-08-31 | GBX65.57 Million ≈ $7.98K |
+32.59% |
| 2004-08-31 | GBX49.45 Million ≈ $6.02K |
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About The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc
The Scottish Oriental Smaller Companies Trust plc is a closed-ended equity mutual fund launched and managed by First Sentier Investors (UK) Funds Limited. It is co-managed by First State Investment Management (UK) Limited. The fund invests in the public equity markets of Asia, excluding Japan and Australasia. It seeks to invest in stocks of companies operating across diversified sectors. The fund… Read more