Strategies

European Stars Strategy

A high-conviction European equity strategy focused on quality and long-term capital growth.

Strategy Overview

The European Stars Equity strategy is a concentrated, benchmark-unconstrained portfolio of 10-20 Europe-based global businesses. These companies are selected through intensive, bottom-up research and must exhibit industry leadership, innovation, and durable competitive advantages.

We believe that only sustainable businesses can generate sustainable returns. With that conviction, the strategy targets 8-10%+ net annual returns over the long term, through disciplined security selection, not index replication.

Clients can access this strategy through separately managed accounts, with the potential for customization. The strategy is led by Christopher Rossbach, formerly of Lansdowne Partners and Perry Capital, and supported by a team of experienced portfolio managers and analysts. Alignment is strong, with the Stern family and firm partners invested across approximately 25% of firm-wide AUM

Investment Criteria

All companies considered for the strategy must pass our quality checklist:

  • Sustainable competitive positioning
  • Strong balance sheets and capital discipline
  • Attractive industry dynamics with long-term tailwinds
  • Experienced and aligned management teams


Companies that meet these standards are modeled internally and reviewed by the investment committee. Valuation targets reflect a five-year return horizon using proprietary, forward-looking assumptions.

Portfolio Construction
  • Holdings: 10-20 companies
  • Universe: ~600 European companies with global operations
  • Turnover: Low, consistent with a long-term holding mindset
  • Exclusions: No hedging of market or currency risk
  • Style: High active share, absolute return focus, benchmark unconstrained
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The KIIDs (Key Investor Information Docs) for each share class provide you with key investor information about the World Stars Global Equity Fund. They are not marketing material. The information is required by law to help you understand the nature and risks of investing in this fund. You must read the KIID so you can make an informed decision before deciding to invest. If you are unsure about the suitability of this fund, please consult a financial adviser. J. Stern & Co. is unable to provide such advice to you.

The PRIIP KIDs (Packaged Retail and Insurance Investment Product Key Information Document) for each share class provide you with key investor information about the Star Multi-Asset Income Fund. They are not marketing material. The information is required by law to help you understand the nature and risks of investing in this fund. You must read the PRIIP so you can make an informed decision before deciding to invest. If you are unsure about the suitability of this fund, please consult a financial adviser. J. Stern & Co. is unable to provide such advice to you.

Your subscription is on the basis of the Prospectus of the Alpha UCITS SICAV, the umbrella fund for the World Stars Global Equity Fund. The Special Section gives you information that is unique to the World Stars Global Equity Fund.

If you wish to invest directly, then you can open an account directly using the Account Opening Form. Once your account is opened, you can subscribe for more shares using the Subscription Form.

Whether advising institutions, fiduciaries or families, our role is consistent: to preserve and grow our clients' capital through discipline, transparency, and partnership.
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