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Baillie Gifford

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International equities

Investing in world-leading companies, primarily outside the US, with the potential to grow significantly over the next five years and beyond.

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Why invest in international equities?

International growth companies offer a way to diversify your portfolio. They span various sectors, from engineering and medicine to luxury goods and the energy transition. We focus on businesses that can deliver superior long-term returns. We’ve managed international portfolios since the early 1980s, giving our North American clients exposure to growth companies from outside the US.

How do we invest in international equities?

Goods, people, and capital don’t move as freely as they used to. That’s led to a dynamic international investment landscape. 

This rapidly evolving environment creates new business opportunities. And we’re committed to discovering companies that can benefit from it and bring you strong returns. 

International equities strategies

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    ACWI ex US All Cap

    An international portfolio seeking long-term compounding, combining developed and emerging markets – with 30+ years of experience.
  2. Ocean wave at sunset time, Indian Ocean, Maldives.

    Developed EAFE All Cap

    An international portfolio focused on long-term compound growth, exclusively investing in developed markets – with 30+ years of experience.
  3. An aerial view of a surfer at the end of a rolling wave.

    EAFE Plus All Cap

    With exposure to emerging markets, this international portfolio with 30+ years’ experience seeks long-term growth.
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    International Alpha

    Invest in compounders, rapid growth, cycle winners, and capital allocators for what we hope will prove a robust, opportunity-driven portfolio.
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    International Concentrated Growth

    Looking for outstanding global firms transforming societies and economies, seizing significant market share opportunities.
  6. Silhouette of a man standing by a lake shore and looking at a beautiful aurora borealis on the sky with reflections on the calm lake.

    International Growth

    Sustainable success, global reach: We aim to invest in growth companies with enduring competitive advantages and forward-thinking cultures.
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    International Smaller Companies

    Dedicated to discovering exceptional small companies in untapped markets, investing with an ownership mindset aiming for optimal growth.

All our investment capabilities

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    Core growth

    Large, diverse portfolios of growth-focused holdings built with benchmarks and reduced volatility in mind.
  2. The Valencia City of Arts and Sciences at sunset.

    Equity and multi-asset income

    Seeking both dependable income and long-term capital growth.
  3. Two adventure cyclists on a single track road in the Scottish Highlands.

    Fixed income

    Targeting company and government bonds with a focus on long-term outcomes.
  4. Asian woman working in vegetable greenhouse.

    Flexible growth

    Portfolios containing a mix of firms focused on disruption, steady compounding and timely capital allocation.
  5. A honey hunter hanging off a cliff on a rope ladder.

    High growth

    Concentrated portfolios of fast-growth companies, typically holding between 25 and 50 stocks.