New Research Predicts an Increase in Allocation from Institutional and Retail Investors to Small- and Micro-Caps Over the Next 12 Months
New Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR) has published global research indicating a potential increase in small- and micro-cap stock allocations from both institutional and retail investors over the next 6-12 months. The study, involving fund managers with $82.4 billion in assets under management, reveals that 76% expect increased institutional exposure to small and micro-caps, with 34% anticipating a 25% or greater increase. For retail investors, 83% of fund managers predict increased allocations, with 52% expecting over 25% growth.
The research also highlights that about one-third of fund managers consider current exposure to small and micro-caps as underweight for both institutional and retail investors. Horizon Aircraft's CEO, Brandon Robinson, suggests that anticipated interest rate cuts and improving market conditions may drive this shift towards smaller cap stocks, which often offer higher growth potential during economic rebounds.
New Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR) ha pubblicato una ricerca globale che indica un potenziale aumento nelle allocazioni di azioni small e micro-cap sia da parte di investitori istituzionali che retail nei prossimi 6-12 mesi. Lo studio, coinvolgendo gestori di fondi con 82,4 miliardi di dollari di asset in gestione, rivela che il 76% prevede un'esposizione istituzionale maggiore verso small e micro-cap, con il 34% che prevede un aumento del 25% o più. Per quanto riguarda gli investitori retail, l'83% dei gestori di fondi prevede allocazioni maggiori, con il 52% che si aspetta una crescita superiore al 25%.
La ricerca evidenzia anche che circa un terzo dei gestori di fondi considera l'attuale esposizione a small e micro-cap come sotto-pesata sia per gli investitori istituzionali che retail. Il CEO di Horizon Aircraft, Brandon Robinson, suggerisce che i tagli previsti ai tassi d'interesse e il miglioramento delle condizioni di mercato possano guidare questa transizione verso azioni a capitalizzazione minore, che spesso offrono un maggiore potenziale di crescita durante le riprese economiche.
New Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR) ha publicado una investigación global que indica un posible aumento en las asignaciones de acciones small y micro-cap tanto de inversores institucionales como retail en los próximos 6-12 meses. El estudio, que involucra a gestores de fondos con 82,4 mil millones de dólares en activos bajo gestión, revela que el 76% espera un mayor nivel de exposición institucional a small y micro-caps, con el 34% anticipando un aumento del 25% o más. Para los inversores retail, el 83% de los gestores de fondos predicen asignaciones incrementadas, con el 52% esperando un crecimiento superior al 25%.
La investigación también destaca que aproximadamente un tercio de los gestores de fondos considera que la exposición actual a small y micro-caps es insuficiente tanto para los inversores institucionales como para los retail. El CEO de Horizon Aircraft, Brandon Robinson, sugiere que los recortes esperados en las tasas de interés y las condiciones del mercado en mejora pueden impulsar este cambio hacia acciones de menor capitalización, que a menudo ofrecen un mayor potencial de crecimiento durante las recuperaciones económicas.
뉴 호라이즌 항공(NASDAQ: HOVR)은 향후 6-12개월 간 기관 투자자와 개인 투자자 모두의 소형 및 마이크로 캡 주식 배분이 잠재적으로 증가할 것이라는 글로벌 연구 결과를 발표했습니다. 82.4억 달러의 자산을 운용하는 펀드 매니저들을 대상으로 한 이 연구에 따르면, 76%가 소형 및 마이크로 캡에 대한 기관의 노출이 증가할 것으로 예상하며, 34%는 25% 이상 증가할 것으로 예상합니다. 개인 투자자에 대해선 83%의 펀드 매니저가 증가된 배분을 예측하고 있으며, 52%는 25% 이상의 성장을 기대하고 있습니다.
연구는 또한 약 3분의 1의 펀드 매니저가 소형 및 마이크로 캡에 대한 현재 노출이 기관 및 개인 투자자 모두에게 부족하다고 생각한다고 강조합니다. 호라이즌 항공 CEO 브랜드 로빈슨은 예상되는 금리 인하와 개선된 시장 상황이 소형 주식으로의 전환을 촉진할 수 있으며, 이러한 주식은 경제 회복기에 더 높은 성장 잠재력을 제공한다고 제안합니다.
New Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR) a publié une recherche mondiale indiquant une augmentation potentielle des allocations d'actions small et micro-cap de la part des investisseurs institutionnels et particuliers au cours des 6 à 12 mois à venir. L'étude, impliquant des gestionnaires de fonds détenant 82,4 milliards de dollars d'actifs sous gestion, révèle que 76% s'attendent à une exposition institutionnelle accrue aux small et micro-caps, avec 34% prévoyant une augmentation de 25% ou plus. Pour les investisseurs particuliers, 83% des gestionnaires de fonds prévoient des allocations accrues, avec 52% s'attendant à une croissance supérieure à 25%.
La recherche souligne également qu'environ un tiers des gestionnaires de fonds considèrent que l'exposition actuelle aux small et micro-caps est insuffisante tant pour les investisseurs institutionnels que particuliers. Le PDG de Horizon Aircraft, Brandon Robinson, suggère que les baisses prévues des taux d'intérêt et l'amélioration des conditions du marché pourraient favoriser ce changement vers des actions à faible capitalisation, qui offrent souvent un plus grand potentiel de croissance lors des rebonds économiques.
New Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR) hat eine globale Forschung veröffentlicht, die auf eine potenzielle Erhöhung der Zuweisungen von Small- und Micro-Cap-Aktien sowohl von institutionellen als auch von privaten Investoren in den nächsten 6-12 Monaten hinweist. Die Studie, an der Fondsmanager mit 82,4 Milliarden Dollar in verwalteten Vermögen beteiligt sind, zeigt, dass 76% eine erhöhte institutionelle Exposition gegenüber Small- und Micro-Caps erwarten, wobei 34% von einer Erhöhung um 25% oder mehr ausgehen. Bei privaten Investoren sagen 83% der Fondsmanager einen Anstieg der Zuweisungen voraus, wobei 52% ein Wachstum von über 25% erwarten.
Die Forschung hebt auch hervor, dass etwa ein Drittel der Fondsmanager die aktuelle Exposition gegenüber Small- und Micro-Caps sowohl für institutionelle als auch für private Investoren als zu gering erachtet. Der CEO von Horizon Aircraft, Brandon Robinson, schlägt vor, dass die erwarteten Zinssenkungen und die Verbesserung der Marktbedingungen diesen Wandel hin zu Small-Cap-Aktien vorantreiben könnten, die oft während wirtschaftlicher Erholungsphasen ein höheres Wachstumspotenzial bieten.
- 76% of fund managers expect increased institutional exposure to small and micro-caps
- 83% of fund managers predict increased retail investor allocations to small and micro-caps
- 52% of respondents believe retail allocation to small and micro-caps could increase by more than 25%
- Anticipated interest rate cuts and improving market conditions may drive increased investment in small and micro-cap stocks
- 33% of fund managers describe current institutional exposure to small and micro-caps as underweight
- 32% and 27% of fund managers describe retail investors' allocation to small-caps and micro-caps as underweight, respectively
Insights
The research findings suggest a potential shift in investor sentiment towards small- and micro-cap stocks. With
The current "underweight" status of small- and micro-caps in portfolios (
The anticipated increase in small- and micro-cap allocations could be driven by expectations of interest rate cuts and improving market conditions. Historically, these stocks have shown potential for higher growth and earnings acceleration during economic rebounds. However, investors should consider that this outperformance isn't guaranteed and often comes with increased risk.
The collective
Horizon Aircraft's Cavorite X7 eVTOL aircraft showcases innovative hybrid electric technology, potentially addressing key challenges in the emerging urban air mobility sector. The ability to recharge in-flight and operate
The focus on a more conventional aircraft design for most of the flight may indeed simplify certification processes, a important factor in bringing new aviation technologies to market. However, investors should note that the eVTOL market is highly competitive and regulatory hurdles remain significant. The success of Horizon's approach will depend on real-world performance validation and regulatory approval, which are yet to be fully demonstrated.
TORONTO, Aug. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New Horizon Aircraft (NASDAQ: HOVR), doing business as Horizon Aircraft (“Horizon Aircraft” or the “Company”), the advanced aerospace engineering company and developer of eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft, publishes new global research* that indicates fund managers that invest primarily in small-cap and micro-cap stocks believe there will be an increased level of exposure to small and micro-caps from both institutional and retail investors over the year ahead.
The global study with small and micro-cap fund managers in the US, Canada, Europe, the Middle East and Asia with collectively
The findings also reveal that
One in three fund managers describe the current level of exposure from institutional investors to both small- and micro-caps as being underweight, with
Brandon Robinson, CEO of Horizon Aircraft, said: “Our research indicates that one third of fund managers believe that exposure to small and micro-caps by both institutional and retail investors is lower than it should be. However, with forecasted interest rate cuts and market conditions set to improve, fund managers are anticipating that investors will be looking to significantly increase their allocation to small and micro-cap stocks.
As the economy rebounds, small and micro-cap companies can have a higher growth potential than large-cap companies due to their smaller revenue bases and their agility to capitalize on opportunities. This has historically made them more attractive to investors who are driven by the potential for high returns and greater earnings acceleration in the next 12 months.”
Horizon Aircraft’s Cavorite X7 aircraft will have a gross weight of an estimated 5,500 lbs with a projected useful load of 1,500 lbs. With an anticipated maximum speed of 250 miles per hour and an average range of over 500 miles with fuel reserves, Horizon believes that this experimental aircraft, if eventually licensed for commercial use, would be well-positioned to excel in medical evacuation, critical supply delivery, disaster relief, and special military missions. The Company believes that the proposed aircraft would also be attractive for Regional Air Mobility – moving people and cargo 50 to 500 miles.
Unlike many in its category, the Cavorite X7 is being designed with a hybrid electric power system. The Company is designing the Cavorite X7 such that it could, after its vertical takeoff, re-charge its batteries enroute when it is flying in a configuration like a traditional aircraft. After a vertical landing and completion of a mission, the Company is designing the Cavorite X7 to recharge its battery array in under 30 minutes to be ready for its next mission.
Horizon believes that its innovative approach and technology will allow the Cavorite X7 to fly
Notes to Editors
* Horizon Aircraft commissioned the market research company PureProfile to survey 100 small and micro-cap fund managers in the US, Canada, Europe, the Middle East and Asia with collectively
About Horizon Aircraft
Horizon Aircraft (Nasdaq: HOVR) is an advanced aerospace engineering company that is developing one of the world’s first hybrid eVTOL that is to be able to fly most of its mission exactly like a traditional aircraft while offering industry-leading speed, range, and operational utility. Horizon’s unique designs put the mission first and prioritize safety, performance, and utility. Horizon hopes to successfully complete testing and certification of its Cavorite X7 eVTOL quickly and then enter the market and service a broad spectrum of early use cases. Visit www.horizonaircraft.com for more information. Information on the Company’s website does not constitute a part of and is not incorporated by reference into this press release.
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Phone: +44 (0)7767 491 519
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HorizonAircraft@mzgroup.us
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