Fidelity China Special Situations PLC (FCSS), the London-listed investment trust focused on Chinese equities, has notified the market of its compliance with the UK Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) ahead of a closed period relating to its half-yearly results. The closed period, covering the six months ended 30 September 2026, is set to commence on 8 November 2026 and is anticipated to end no sooner than 8 December 2026. The company confirmed that all inside information held by its directors has been disclosed to a regulatory information service, meaning the company is not prohibited from dealing in its own securities during this period in the absence of new undisclosed inside information.

Key Points

  • Fidelity China Special Situations PLC (FCSS), managed by FIL Investments International
  • The company has declared MAR compliance and notified the market of its upcoming half-yearly results closed period
  • Closed period runs from 8 November 2026 and is anticipated to end no sooner than 8 December 2026, covering results for the period ended 30 September 2026
  • Investors should watch for the publication of the half-yearly results, which will follow the close of this notification period

FCSS Closed Period Runs From 8 November to No Sooner Than 8 December 2026

The announcement, dated 6 November 2026, states that the closed period in relation to Fidelity China Special Situations PLC's half-yearly results for the period ended 30 September 2026 will commence on 8 November 2026. The period is anticipated to end no sooner than 8 December 2026. Closed periods are standard practice for listed companies under UK MAR, restricting certain dealings by persons discharging managerial responsibilities ahead of financial results disclosures. The precise end date remains subject to when the half-yearly results are formally published.

All Inside Information Disclosed to a Regulatory Information Service, Company Confirms

Fidelity China Special Situations PLC confirmed in the announcement that all inside information, as defined under the UK Market Abuse Regulation, which the directors and the company may have held has been notified to a regulatory information service. As a result, the company stated it is not prohibited from dealing in its own securities during the closed period, provided no new undisclosed inside information arises. This confirmation is a regulatory formality designed to protect market integrity and ensure transparency for investors holding or considering positions in the trust.

FIL Investments International Serves as Company Secretary for the China-Focused Investment Trust

Fidelity China Special Situations PLC is an investment trust managed within the FIL group, with FIL Investments International acting as company secretary. The trust focuses on investment opportunities in China and related markets, aiming to achieve long-term capital growth. Anthony Lee of FIL Investments International is named as the contact for further information in this announcement. Investors may be watching the forthcoming half-yearly results for portfolio performance detail, given ongoing market interest in Chinese equities and the economic backdrop affecting the trust's underlying holdings during the period under review.