The investment direction invests in companies located in US and employs active investment strategy to select stocks. Unlike US Equity Index investment direction that primarily invests in large-cap stocks, this investment direction may differentiate itself by placing an emphasis on either mid-/smaller cap, undervalued, or growth companies, believing that they may offer greater growth potential compared to their larger counterparts over the long term. Nevertheless, investment direction does not have any restrictions concerning market capitalisation, industry, or investment style. 

Investors with an appetite for higher risk while seeking opportunity to outperform the broader markets may find this investment direction more suitable for their investment objectives. Investors should be comfortable with the risks of active management and stock selection. While these strategies may lead to higher returns, they also come with reduced diversification and a greater risk of deviating from overall market performance. This investment direction may not be suitable for those seeking more predictable returns aligned with broader market trends. 

The present investment object of the investment direction, allocated at 100%, is the T. Rowe Price US Smaller Companies Equity Q1 Fund (ISIN: LU1737526100), chosen as one of the leading funds in its category. The fund promotes environmental or social characteristics, without having as its objective a sustainable investment. For more information about the fund, you can visit the fund manager's website [here] or the Morningstar analyst website [here].