8TH JANUARY 2026


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Brickwood Asset Management was launched in 2024 as a dedicated value equities boutique. Owned by its founders, it was created to deliver superior investment performance and an exceptional client experience


Before creating Brickwood, the investment team worked at large global fi nancial institutions where they gathered 60 years of combined value investing experience. Brickwood brings together the shared passion, expertise and belief in value investing from some of the largest dedicated value teams in London. T e team have a passion for constant improvement and are always looking for ways in which they can enhance their process and the way in which they operate. Using a value-based investment Brickwood


approach, scours the


world for lowly valued shares where the stock market has over-reacted due to shorter-term worries over the future of the business. T e worries might be over the economy, management or capital allocation. Humans have always been prone to making emotionally driven decisions, and within investing, this tendency can create the opportunity to buy good businesses at low prices. Low prices are important to


Brickwood because over 100 years of stock market evidence suggests that paying low prices for shares leads to higher-than-average returns.


Brickwood’s disciplined and


repeatable approach allows it to concentrate on areas where it believes it has an edge. T e team avoid making economic forecasts, but instead concentrate on understanding the individual companies they invest in. T is approach doesn’t deliver above average returns every year, but with some patience,


returns have proven attractive. In


2025, Brickwood


the medium-term launched


two funds, one focused on global equities and one on the UK. T e UK is among the cheapest developed markets globally, giving the company confi dence in the outlook for the TM Brickwood UK Value Fund. T e TM Brickwood Global Value


Fund looks very diff erent from its benchmark, the MSCI All Companies World Index. T e index is heavily skewed to the US market, while Brickwood’s fund has much lower exposure to the US. Brickwood is comfortable being diff erent. Current investment platform


availability includes Hargreaves Lansdown, AJ Bell, AEGON Institutional, AVIVA Investors Platform, Charles Stanley, Interactive Investor and Best Invest.


Contact Brickwood at: enquiries@brickwoodam.com


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THE VALUE OF ASSETS CAN GO UP AND DOWN, PAST PERFORMANCE IS NOT INDICATIVE OF FUTURE RESULTS. THIS ARTICLE IS ISSUED BY BRICKWOOD ASSET MANAGEMENT LLP (“BRICKWOOD” OR THE “FIRM”), WHICH IS AUTHORISED AND REGULATED BY THE FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY (FRN: 1009069). BRICKWOOD’S REGISTERED OFFICE ADDRESS IS 10 QUEEN STREET PLACE, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, EC4R 1AG. THE FIRM IS A LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIP, REGISTERED IN ENGLAND AND WALES UNDER REGISTRATION NUMBER OC450541.


TrustMark: next steps with your tradesperson


Choosing the right tradesperson is an important step for any homeowner, but the process doesn’t end there. Taking the next steps will ensure the project runs smoothly and safely


TrustMark, the UK’s only Government- Endorsed Quality Scheme for tradespeople, off ers tips to help protect you and your investment.


1. Agree a detailed contract Before any work begins, formalise the agreement with a detailed contract. T is should clearly outline the work to be completed, the agreed cost and the expected timescale. It should also include specifi c materials to be used, payment schedules and if any sub-contractors are involved. T is off ers protection should anything goes wrong, as well as prevent any misunderstandings.


Being practical and prepared helps bring peace of mind, as does choosing a TrustMark Registered Business.


To fi nd out more: call 0333 555 1234, scan the QR code or visit trustmark.org.uk/guidance


2. Protections Make sure the tradesperson has appropriate insurances, including public liability. T is safeguards the homeowner in case of accidental damage, injury or unforeseen issues during the project. Check what guarantees are in place — for how long and whether it includes product warranties and workmanship. TrustMark Registered Businesses provide insurance against ceasing trading and minimum two-year guarantees for products and workmanship.


3. Permissions Check whether you need any approvals for the work. Your local council will confi rm if you need a building regulations compliance certifi cate or planning permission. Whether you’re adding an extension, loft conversion or simply


making internal alterations, it’s important that work is both legally compliant and structurally sound.


4. Prepare your home Before the tradesperson arrives, it’s important to prepare your home where work will take place. Clear furniture, decorations and ornaments to prevent damage and give clear access. T is not only helps the job run smoothly but also protects your belongings and makes it easier for the tradesperson to work effi ciently and safely.


5. Managing expectations Knowing what to expect during the work helps you plan ahead and stay safe. T ere’ll be some disruption to normal life (noise, dust and mess), but with some pre-planning you can minimise any chaos. Alert your neighbours to the work planned and ensure your children and pets are safe.


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