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Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC (GB:PHI)
LSE:PHI
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Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC (PHI) Price & Analysis

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PHI Stock Chart & Stats

1064.00 p
4.00 p(0.38%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
1064.00 p
4.00 p(0.38%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetVery low debt-to-equity (~0.06) and a substantial equity base provide structural financial resilience. This conservatism preserves solvency during market stress, maintains borrowing optionality for opportunistic gearing, and supports NAV stability over a multi-month horizon.
Rebound In Profitability And MarginsImproved margins and a return to positive ROE (~7% in 2025) indicate the portfolio has re‑generated earnings power after recent losses. Sustained higher profitability increases capacity to deliver capital growth and income for shareholders if maintained through stock selection discipline.
Closed‑end Structure And Asia‑Pacific ExposureAs a closed‑ended trust with Asia‑Pacific (ex‑Japan) equity focus, PHI benefits from structural access to regional growth and policy-driven market opportunities. The trust can deploy buybacks and selective gearing to manage discount/premium dynamics and enhance long‑term shareholder returns.
Bears Say
Weak Cash ConversionEarnings are not reliably translating into cash: OCF covering ~3% of net income and steep free cash flow decline mean reported profits may be accounting or valuation-driven. Weak cash conversion limits ability to fund distributions, buybacks, or absorb shocks without selling assets.
Volatile Revenue And EarningsLarge swings in revenue and earnings across recent years highlight sensitivity to market moves and portfolio valuation shifts. This structural volatility reduces predictability of NAV growth and dividend capacity, complicating investor expectations and long‑term planning.
Dependence On External Manager And Fee DragRelying on an external manager creates an ongoing structural cost that erodes returns regardless of market direction. In periods of weak cash generation or NAV pressure, fixed fees amplify downside for shareholders and make outperformance dependent on clear manager value added.

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PHI FAQ

What was Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC lowest share price was 643.00 p and its highest was 1262.00 p in the past 12 months.
    What is Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC’s market cap?
    Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC’s market cap is £831.46M.
      When is Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 23, 2026 which is in 49 days.
        How were Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC’s earnings last quarter?
        Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC released its earnings results on Mar 11, 2026. The company reported 2.592 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by 2.592 p.
          Is Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC pay dividends?
            Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC pays a Annually dividend of 1.5 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.14%. See more information on Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC dividends here
              What is Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC’s EPS estimate?
              Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC have?
              Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC has 78,736,910 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC reported an EPS of 2.592 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:PHI
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC Stock Smart Score

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                    Outperform
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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Positive
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    29.58%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    0.14%
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    37.55%
                    Trailing 12-Months

                    Company Description

                    Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC

                    Pacific Horizon Investment Trust PLC is a closed-ended equity investment trust, actively managed by Baillie Gifford & Co Ltd. The trust primarily focuses on investing in publicly traded companies across the Asia Pacific region (excluding Japan) and the Indian Subcontinent. Its portfolio is diversified across various sectors, predominantly targeting growth-oriented businesses of all market capitalizations that demonstrate superior earnings and cash flow growth potential. Performance is benchmarked against the MSCI All Country Far East ex Japan Index (in sterling terms). Formed on February 1, 1989, and domiciled in the United Kingdom, the trust was formerly known as Baillie Gifford Pacific Horizon Investment Trust.

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