Regulatory changes in the asset management industry could impact fee structures and operational practices.
Market volatility may disproportionately affect smaller companies, leading to higher risk in the trust's portfolio.
Increased competition from larger asset managers entering the small-cap space.
Emergence of low-cost passive investment vehicles that could attract capital away from actively managed funds.
Low liquidity due to the nature of small-cap investments may hinder the ability to respond to market changes.
Dependence on management fees could create vulnerabilities during market downturns.
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