Core Insights - Cullen Capital Management's SCCM Small Cap Value Equity Strategy reported a strong performance in Q3 2025, with a return of 14.4% gross and 14.2% net, outperforming the Russell 2000 and Russell 2000 Value indices which returned 12.4% and 12.6% respectively [1] - The positive performance was attributed to Fed rate cuts, economic resilience, and increased investor risk appetite [1] Company Highlights - Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE:ECVT) was highlighted in the investor letter, showing a one-month return of 10.00% and a 52-week gain of 14.84%, with a market capitalization of $1.045 billion as of November 26, 2025 [2] - However, Ecovyst Inc. was sold during the quarter due to softening end-market demand, reduced pricing power, and lower utilization rates, which tempered confidence in earnings growth [3] - Despite its potential, Ecovyst Inc. is not among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds, with 36 hedge fund portfolios holding the stock at the end of Q2 2025, up from 23 in the previous quarter [3]