Prospectus MT PR Usc
Prospectus MT PR Usc
Prospectus MT PR Usc
PROSPECTUS
THIS MASTER PROSPECTUS IS DATED 15 JULY 2014
AND IS VALID UNTIL 14 JULY 2015
Comprising 25 funds:
MONEY MARKET FUND
Date of Constitution
Eastspring Investments Cash Management Fund .................................... 29 May 2003
Eastspring Investments Islamic Income Fund ........................................... 8 February 2007
BOND FUND
Eastspring Investments Bond Fund .........................................................
Eastspring Investments Bond Plus Fund ..................................................
Eastspring Investments Institutional Income Fund ...................................
Eastspring Investments Enhanced Income Fund ......................................
Eastspring Investments Dana Wafi ..........................................................
Eastspring Investments Dana al-Islah ......................................................
Date of Constitution
29 May 2001
1 April 2013
7 April 2005
28 May 2007
21 February 2005
14 August 2002
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Investments Balanced Fund ...................................................
Eastspring Investments Asia Select Income Fund .....................................
Eastspring Investments ASEAN al-Adiil Fund ...........................................
Date of Constitution
29 May 2001
18 November 2005
28 October 2013
Date of Constitution
MIXED ASSET FUND
Eastspring Investments Dynamic Fund .................................................... 6 November 2003
Eastspring Investments Dana Dinamik .................................................... 25 February 2004
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Investments Small-cap Fund ...................................................
Eastspring Investments Growth Fund ......................................................
Eastspring Investments Equity Income Fund ...........................................
Eastspring Investments MY Focus Fund ..................................................
Eastspring Investments Asia Pacific Equity MY Fund ...............................
Eastspring Investments Dana al-Ilham .....................................................
Eastspring Investments Asia Pacific Shariah Equity Fund ..........................
Eastspring Investments Dinasti Equity Fund .............................................
Date of Constitution
29 May 2001
29 May 2001
18 October 2004
1 March 2011
21 July 2005
14 August 2002
22 November 2007
26 October 2009
FEEDER FUND
Eastspring Investments Indonesia Equity MY Fund ..................................
Eastspring Investments Global Emerging Markets Fund ..........................
Eastspring Investments Global Basics MY Fund .......................................
Eastspring Investments Global Leaders MY Fund ....................................
Date of Constitution
27 April 2011
11 January 2008
17 January 2007
23 March 2006
MANAGER
TRUSTEE
PREFACE
Dear Investor,
At Eastspring Investments Berhad (Eastspring), we provide a broad range of unit trust funds
to cater to the varying investment needs of our unit trust investors.
We are pleased to feature in this master prospectus, our range of unit trust funds comprising
conventional and Shariah-compliant equity, balanced, mixed-assets, bond and money market
funds.
You will find that Chapter 3: Key Data is a useful section of this master prospectus which will
provide you with a summary of the respective Funds objective and investment strategy. The
Key Data also sets out the investors profile which will give some indication as to whether any
of our Funds would be suitable for your investment needs. All investments carry some form of
risk. Please refer to Chapter 4: Risk Factors for further information on the specific risks of the
Fund.
It is also important to note that there are fees and charges relating to the Fund such as sales
charge, repurchase charge, annual management fee, annual trustee fee, switching fee,
transfer fee and other expenses. The fees and charges are also set out in the Key Data section.
You may buy or sell Units at any of our branches listed on page 339 or through our
Authorised Distributors listed on pages 340, 341 and 342.
Should you have any enquiries, you may contact our client services at 603-2332 1000 or our
Authorised Distributors near you.
Yours faithfully
for and on behalf of
Eastspring Investments Berhad
RESPONSIBILITY
STATEMENTS
This master prospectus has been
reviewed and approved by the
directors of Eastspring Investments
Berhad and they collectively and
individually accept full responsibility
for the accuracy of the information.
Having made all reasonable
enquiries, they confirm to the best
of their knowledge and belief,
there are no false or misleading
statements, or omission of other
facts which would make any
statement in this master prospectus
false or misleading.
STATEMENT
OF DISCLAIMER
The Securities Commission Malaysia
has authorized the Funds and a
copy of this master prospectus has
been registered with the Securities
Commission Malaysia.
II
ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS
No Units will be issued or sold based
on this master prospectus later than one (1)
year after the date of this master prospectus.
Investors are advised to note that recourse for
false or misleading statements or acts made
in connection with this master prospectus is
directly available through sections 248, 249
and 357 of the Capital Markets and Services
Act 2007.
Eastspring Investments Islamic Trust
(comprising Eastspring Investments Dana
al-Ilham, Eastspring Investments Dana
al-Islah and Eastspring Investments Dana
Wafi), Eastspring Investments Dana Dinamik,
Eastspring Investments Islamic Income Fund,
Eastspring Investments Asia Pacific Shariah
Equity Fund, Eastspring Investments Dinasti
Equity Fund and Eastspring Investments
ASEAN al-Adiil Fund have been certified
as being Shariah-compliant by the Shariah
advisers appointed for the Funds.
This master prospectus does not constitute
an offer or solicitation by anyone in any
country or jurisdiction other than in Malaysia.
Accordingly, this master prospectus may
not be used for the purpose of an offer
or solicitation in any jurisdiction or in any
circumstances in which such offer and
solicitation is not authorized.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
01.
DEFINITIONS
02.
CORPORATE DIRECTORY
03.
KEY DATA
General information
Fund information
Money market fund
Bond fund
Balanced fund
Mixed asset fund
Equity fund
Feeder fund
Fees, charges and expenses
Transaction details
Income distribution
Other information
15
16
18
18
20
26
30
32
41
50
56
61
63
04.
RISK FACTORS
69
05.
85
86
87
89
91
93
94
96
98
100
102
104
106
108
110
112
114
115
118
119
121
123
125
126
128
129
06.
151
152
166
166
185
07.
199
200
221
224
226
08.
233
234
234
235
236
236
237
238
238
239
240
240
241
242
242
243
244
244
245
246
246
247
248
248
249
251
253
09.
255
10.
TRANSACTION INFORMATION
267
11.
285
12.
297
13.
THE TRUSTEE
301
14.
305
15.
318
16.
321
17.
323
18.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
333
19.
334
20.
335
21.
336
22.
339
23.
340
DEFINITIONS
01. DEFINITIONS
In this master prospectus the following abbreviations or words shall have the following meanings
unless expressly stated.
ACD means M&G Securities Limited,
the Authorised Corporate Director of
M&G Investment Funds (1);
_______________
Act means the Capital Markets and
Services Act 2007 as may be amended
from time to time;
_______________
Authorised Distributors refers to
Institutional Unit Trust Advisers (IUTA),
Corporate Unit Trust Advisers (CUTA),
Unit Trust Consultants (UTC), and
the Manager and any other entities
authorised by the Manager to market
and distribute the Funds;
_______________
BNM means Bank Negara Malaysia;
________________
Bursa Malaysia means the stock
exchange managed and operated by the
Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad;
_______________
Business Day
means a day in which Bursa Malaysia
is open for trading. The Manager may
also declare certain Business Days as
non-Business Days when
one or more of the foreign markets
in which the Fund is invested therein
is closed for trading; and/or
one or more of the collective
investment schemes in which the
Fund is invested therein declared
certain business days as non
business days;
the Fund or Funds means the following twenty five (25) funds covered under this master
prospectus which are collectively called the Funds and individually called the Fund:
Eastspring Investments Islamic Trust comprises of three funds:i) Eastspring Investments Dana al-Ilham
Eastspring Investments Master Trust comprises of five funds:i) Eastspring Investments Small-cap Fund
Eastspring Small-cap
Eastspring Growth
Eastspring Balanced
Eastspring Bond
Eastspring Dynamic
Eastspring MY Focus
_______________
GIA means General Investment Account;
_______________
Greater China includes Peoples Republic of China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan and other
administrative regions managed by the Peoples Republic of China;
__________________________
1
Extracted from the Securities Commission, Guidelines on Sukuk; Revised: 8 January 2014,
Effective: 8 January 2014
CORPORATE DIRECTORY
REGISTERED OFFICE
No. 10, Marina Boulevard
#32-01 Marina Bay Financial Center Tower 2
Singapore 018983
TELEPHONE NO.
65-6349 9100
FAX NO.
65-6509 9813
WEBSITE
www.eastspring.com.sg
TRUSTEE
_______________________
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2052 3388
NAME
DEUTSCHE TRUSTEES MALAYSIA
BERHAD
FAX NO.
603-2070 6129
COMPANY NO.
763590-H
EMAIL
cs.my@eastspring.com
WEBSITE
www.eastspringinvestments.com.my
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2053 7522
THE MANAGERS DELEGATE
EXTERNAL FUND MANAGER FOR
EASTSPRING INVESTMENTS ASIA
PACIFIC EQUITY MY FUND
_______________________
NAME
EASTSPRING INVESTMENTS
(SINGAPORE) LIMITED
COMPANY NO.
199407631H
10
FAX NO.
603-2053 7526
TRUSTEES DELEGATE
CUSTODIAN
_______________________
NAME
DEUTSCHE BANK (MALAYSIA)
BERHAD
COMPANY NO.
312552-W
REGISTERED OFFICE
Level 18, Menara IMC
No. 8, Jalan Sultan Ismail
50250 Kuala Lumpur
HEAD OFFICE
Level 18-20, Menara IMC
No. 8, Jalan Sultan Ismail
50250 Kuala Lumpur
INVESTMENT COMMITTEE OF
THE FUNDS
_______________________
Ho Yik
(Independent member)
Robert Yap Yen Choon
(Independent member)
Abdul Khalil bin Abdul Hamid
(Independent member, for Shariahcompliant Funds only)
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2053 6788
FAX NO.
603-2031 8710
SHARIAH ADVISER
_______________________
NAME
IBFIM
COMPANY NO.
763075-W
REGISTERED ADDRESS
No. 149A, 149B, 151B
Persiaran Raja Muda Musa
42000 Port Klang
Selangor Darul Ehsan
BUSINESS ADDRESS
3rd Floor, Menara Takaful Malaysia
Jalan Sultan Sulaiman
50000 Kuala Lumpur
11
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2031 1010
FAX NO.
603-2078 5250
WEBSITE
www.ibfim.com
FEDERATION OF INVESTMENT
MANAGERS MALAYSIA
_______________________
ADDRESS
19-06-1, 6th Floor
PNB Damansara
No. 19, Lorong Dungun
Damansara Heights
50490 Kuala Lumpur
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2093 2600
FAX NO.
603-2093 2700
EMAIL
info@fimm.com.my
WEBSITE
www.fimm.com.my
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ADDRESS
Level 10, 1 Sentral
Jalan Travers
Kuala Lumpur Sentral
P.O. Box 10192
50706 Kuala Lumpur
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2173 1188
FUND VALUER
_______________________
NAME
DEUTSCHE BANK (MALAYSIA)
BERHAD
COMPANY NO.
312552-W
REGISTERED OFFICE
Level 18, Menara IMC
No. 8, Jalan Sultan Ismail
50250 Kuala Lumpur
HEAD OFFICE
Level 18-20, Menara IMC
No. 8, Jalan Sultan Ismail
50250 Kuala Lumpur
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2053 6788
TELEPHONE NO.
603-7721 3388
FAX NO.
603-2031 9822
NAME
PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS
TAXATION SERVICES SDN BHD
NAME
DEUTSCHE TRUSTEES MALAYSIA
BERHAD
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COMPANY NO.
763590-H
NAME
MALAYAN BANKING BERHAD
REGISTERED OFFICE/
BUSINESS OFFICE
Level 18-20, Menara IMC
No. 8, Jalan Sultan Ismail
50250 Kuala Lumpur
ADDRESS
No. 100, Jalan Tun Perak
50050 Kuala Lumpur
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2053 7522
FAX NO.
603-2053 7526
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2070 8833
NAME
STANDARD CHARTERED BANK
MALAYSIA BERHAD
SOLICITORS
_______________________
ADDRESS
Level 16, Menara Standard Chartered
No. 30, Jalan Sultan Ismail
50250 Kuala Lumpur
NAMES
MESSRS NAQIZ & PARTNERS
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2117 7777
ADDRESS
No. 42A, Lorong Dungun
Damansara Heights
50490 Kuala Lumpur
NAME
HSBC BANK MALAYSIA BERHAD
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2081 7888
PRINCIPAL BANKERS
_______________________
NAME
DEUTSCHE BANK (MALAYSIA)
BERHAD
ADDRESS
Level 18, Menara IMC
No. 8, Jalan Sultan Ismail
50250 Kuala Lumpur
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2053 6788
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ADDRESS
No. 2, Leboh Ampang
50100 Kuala Lumpur
TELEPHONE NO.
603-2075 3000
KEY DATA
15
Shariahcompliant
Funds
EPF Members
Investment
Scheme
Geographical
coverage
Eastspring Cash
Management
Income
Malaysia
Eastspring Islamic
Income
Income
Malaysia
Eastspring Bond
Income
Malaysia
Income
Eastspring Institutional
Income
Income
Malaysia
Eastspring Enhanced
Income
Growth &
income
Income
Malaysia
Eastspring Dana
al-Islah
Income
Malaysia
Eastspring Balanced
Growth &
income
Malaysia
Growth &
income
Malaysia, China
& India
Eastspring ASEAN
al-Adiil
Growth &
income
ASEAN
Fund name
BOND FUND
BALANCED FUND
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Fund type
Shariahcompliant
Funds
EPF Members
Investment
Scheme
Geographical
coverage
Growth
Malaysia
Growth &
income
Malaysia
Eastspring Small-cap
Growth
Malaysia
Eastspring Growth
Growth
Malaysia
Eastspring Equity
Income
Income
Malaysia
Eastspring MY Focus
Growth &
income
Malaysia
Growth
Asia Pacific
Eastspring Dana
al-Ilham
Growth
Malaysia
Growth
Asia Pacific
Eastspring Dinasti
Equity
Growth
Greater China
Eastspring Indonesia
Equity MY
Growth
Indonesia
Eastspring Global
Emerging Markets
Growth
Global Emerging
Markets
Eastspring Global
Basics MY
Growth
Global
Eastspring Global
Leaders MY
Growth
Global
Fund name
Eastspring Dynamic
Eastspring Dana
Dinamik
EQUITY FUND
FEEDER FUND
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FUND INFORMATION
Eastspring Cash Management
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Money market/income
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Investor Profile
Investors who
have low risk tolerance
adopt a short-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
29 May 2003
31 December
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Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek liquidity and a steady income* stream
have low risk tolerance
adopt a short-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
8 February 2007
31 March
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Eastspring Bond
BOND FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Bond/income
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek a steady income* stream
have low to medium risk tolerance
adopt a medium-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
29 May 2001
31 December
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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BOND FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Bond/income
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek a steady income* stream
have low to moderate risk tolerance
adopt a medium-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
1 April 2013
31 March
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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BOND FUND
Fund Category/
Type of Fund
Bond/income
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek a stable income* stream
have medium risk tolerance
adopt a short-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
7 April 2005
30 September
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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BOND FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek a steady income* stream
have medium risk tolerance
adopt a medium to long-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
28 May 2007
30 September
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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BOND FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek a stable income* stream
have low to medium risk tolerance
adopt a medium-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
21 February 2005
31 March
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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BOND FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek a stable income* stream
have low to medium risk tolerance
adopt a medium-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
14 August 2002
31 March
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Eastspring Balanced
BALANCED FUND
Fund Category/
Type of Fund
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Security risk
Credit or Default risk
Interest rate risk
Investor Profile
Investors who
seek capital appreciation and income*
have medium risk tolerance
adopt a medium-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
29 May 2001
31 December
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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BALANCED FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Security risk
Countries or Foreign securities risk
Currency risk
Credit or Default risk
Interest rate risk
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital growth
want to participate in the India and China markets
have medium to high risk tolerance
adopt a medium to long-term investment horizon
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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BALANCED FUND
20% MSCI China Index + 20% MSCI India Index + 60% Quant
Shop MGS Medium Index
Source: www.msci.com and www.quantshop.com
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile
of the performance benchmark.
Launch Date
18 November 2005
30 June
BALANCED FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in Shariahcompliant equities and equity-related securities, such as rights
and Shariah-compliant warrants, which are listed on the ASEAN
exchanges.
The Fund also invests in domestic and/or foreign sukuk issued by
corporations, financial institutions and governments of ASEAN
member countries which are traded in the ASEAN markets or listed
on the ASEAN exchanges. Corporations and financial institutions
which issue sukuk shall have their business incorporated in the
ASEAN member countries. Domestic sukuk which is issued by the
corporations and financial institutions shall carry a rating of at least
BBB3 by RAM or its equivalent rating by any other domestic rating
agencies whilst foreign sukuk shall carry a rating of at least BB3 by
Standard & Poors or its equivalent rating by any other global rating
agencies. However, sukuk issued by governments need not be rated.
The Funds investments may also include Islamic liquid assets.
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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BALANCED FUND
Principal Risks
Security risk
Credit or Default risk
Counterparty risk
Interest rate risk
Countries or Foreign securities risk
Currency risk
Reclassification of Shariah status risk
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek both capital appreciation and income*
have a moderate risk tolerance
have a medium-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
28 October 2013
30 June
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Eastspring Dynamic
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Mixed Asset/growth
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Security risk
Credit or Default risk
Interest rate risk
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital appreciation
have medium to high risk tolerance
adopt a medium-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
a)
b)
c)
6 November 2003
30 June
30
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Security risk
Credit or Default risk
Interest rate risk
Reclassification of Shariah status risk
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital appreciation
have medium to high risk tolerance
adopt a medium-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
a)
b)
c)
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Launch Date
25 February 2004
30 September
Eastspring Small-cap
EQUITY FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Equity (small-cap)/growth
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risk
Security risk
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital appreciation
have higher risk tolerance
adopt a long-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
FBMSC
Source: www.bursamalaysia.com
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile
of the performance benchmark.
Launch Date
29 May 2001
31 December
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Eastspring Growth
EQUITY FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Equity/growth
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risk
Security risk
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital appreciation
have medium to high risk tolerance
adopt a medium to long-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
FBM100
Source: www.bursamalaysia.com
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile
of the performance benchmark.
Launch Date
29 May 2001
31 December
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EQUITY FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Equity/income
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risk
Security risk
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek a stable income* stream and capital appreciation
have medium risk tolerance
adopt a medium to long-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
FBM100
Source: www.bursamalaysia.com
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile
of the performance benchmark.
Launch Date
18 October 2004
30 June
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Eastspring MY Focus
EQUITY FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by employing a valueoriented investment style with bottom-up security selection.
The investment approach is focused, by investing up to but
not limited to 30 Malaysian stocks that are expected to provide
medium to long-term capital appreciation and income*
potential. Further, the Fund may minimise potential equity
downside risk by allocating up to 30% of the Funds NAV into
Malaysian fixed income securities, money market instruments
and Deposits.
Pursuant to the Funds objective and strategy, the Manager
is not constrained by market benchmarks i.e. the Manager is
benchmark-aware but is not compelled to invest in a stock that
is a major constituent of a market barometer like the FTSE Bursa
Malaysia KLCI Index, if the stock does not fulfil the Managers
selection criteria. The Manager may also employ derivatives
and derivative-related instruments and products to capitalise on
the markets upside potential and/or hedge against stock price
declines.
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Security risk
Concentration risk
Credit or Default risk
Interest rate risk
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Eastspring MY Focus
EQUITY FUND
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital appreciation
have high risk tolerance
adopt a medium to long-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
FBMKLCI
Source: www.bursamalaysia.com
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile
of the performance benchmark.
Launch Date
1 March 2011
31 December
EQUITY FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Equity/growth
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Security risk
Countries or Foreign securities risk
Currency risk
Investor Profile
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Investors who:
seek capital growth
want to participate in the Asia Pacific ex-Japan region
have high risk tolerance
adopt a medium to long-term investment horizon
EQUITY FUND
Launch Date
21 July 2005
31 March
Other Information
External Fund
Manager
EQUITY FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Shariah equity/growth
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Security risk
Reclassification of Shariah status risk
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EQUITY FUND
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital appreciation
have high risk tolerance
adopt a medium to long-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
FBMS
Source: www.bursamalaysia.com
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile
of the performance benchmark.
Launch Date
14 August 2002
31 March
EQUITY FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Shariah equity/growth
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
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EQUITY FUND
Principal Risks
Security risk
Countries or Foreign securities risk
Currency risk
Credit or Default risk
Interest rate risk
License risk
Reclassification of Shariah status risk
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital appreciation
want to participate in the Asia Pacific ex-Japan region
have high risk tolerance
adopt a long-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
22 November 2007
30 September
39
EQUITY FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Shariah equity/growth
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Security risk
Credit or Default risk
Interest rate risk
Countries or Foreign securities risk
Currency risk
Counterparty risk
License risk
Shariah-compliant derivative risk
Prepayment and commitment risk
Reclassification of Shariah status risk
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EQUITY FUND
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital appreciation
want to participate in the Greater China region
have high risk tolerance
adopt a long-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
26 October 2009
30 June
FEEDER FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
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FEEDER FUND
Security risk
Management of Target Fund risk
Errors in calculation of the net asset value of the Target Funds risk
Liquidity risk
Single country or Foreign securities risk
Currency risk
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek total return
want to participate in Indonesian market
have high risk tolerance
adopt a long-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
JCI
Source: www.idx.co.id
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile
of the performance benchmark.
Launch Date
27 April 2011
31 March
Management
Company
Investment
Manager
Domiciled Country
Regulatory
Authority
Launch Date
26 May 2011
Share Class
Currency of Share
Class
USD
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FEEDER FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Principal Risks of
the Target Fund
Security risk
Management of Target Fund risk
Errors in calculation of the net asset value of the
Target Funds risk
Liquidity risk
Countries or Foreign securities risk
Currency risk
Emerging market risk
Initial Public Offerings risk
Smaller companies risk
Technology related company risk
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FEEDER FUND
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital appreciation
want to participate in companies that invest in emerging
markets
have high risk tolerance
are concerned with maximising long-term returns than
minimising possible short-term losses
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
11 January 2008
31 December
Management
Company
Investment
Manager
Domiciled Country
Regulatory
Authority
Launch Date
17 January 2000
Share Class
Currency of Share
Class
Euro
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FEEDER FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Principal Risks of
the Target Fund
Security risk
Management of Target Fund risk
Errors in calculation of the net asset value of the Target Funds
risk
Liquidity risk
Countries or Foreign securities risk
Currency risk
Restrictions on foreign investment
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital appreciation
want to participate in companies operating in basic
industries (both primary and secondary industries) as well
as companies servicing these industries
have high risk tolerance
adopt a long-term investment horizon
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FEEDER FUND
Launch Date
17 January 2007
31 December
Management
Company
Investment
Manager
Domiciled Country
United Kingdom
Regulatory
Authority
Launch Date
17 November 2000
Share Class
Currency of Share
Class
Euro
Prospectus
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FEEDER FUND
Fund Category/
Fund Type
Fund Objective
Investment
Strategy
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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FEEDER FUND
Asset Allocation
Principal Risks
Principal Risks of
the Target Fund
Security risk
Management of Target Fund risk
Errors in calculation of the net asset value of the
Target Funds risk
Liquidity risk
Countries or Foreign securities risk
Currency risk
Charges to capital risk
Restrictions on foreign investment
Investor Profile
Investors who:
seek capital appreciation
want to participate in global equity markets that has the
potential to be leading in their field
have high risk tolerance
adopt a long-term investment horizon
Performance
Benchmark
Launch Date
23 March 2006
30 June
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FEEDER FUND
Management
Company
Investment
Manager
Domiciled Country
United Kingdom
Regulatory
Authority
Launch Date
12 January 2001
Share Class
Currency of Share
Class
Euro
Prospectus
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Repurchase charge
Fund name
Switching fee
Nil
Refer note 3
Nil
Nil
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Eastspring Islamic
Income
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
Eastspring Bond Plus
Up to 2.00%
Refer note 2
Eastspring
Institutional Income
Nil
Eastspring Enhanced
Income
Up to 3.00%
Eastspring Dana
Wafi
Nil
Eastspring Dana
al-Islah
Up to 3.00%
Not applicable
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Refer note 2
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Balanced
Up to 5.26%
Eastspring Asia
Select Income
Up to 5.00%
Eastspring ASEAN
al-Adiil
Up to 5.50%
Nil
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Refer note 2
Up to 0.50%
Refer note 1
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^ The sales charge is negotiatable due to the different levels of services provided by each Authorised Distributor
and/or the size of the investment undertaken.
# Unit Holders who invests through the EPF Members Investment Scheme will be levied a sales charge of up to
3.00% of the NAV per Unit or such other rate that may be determined by the EPF from time to time.
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Fund name
Sales charge^#
Repurchase charge
Up to 5.00%
Nil
Switching fee
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Refer note 2
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Small-cap
Up to 5.26%
Nil
Eastspring Growth
Eastspring Equity
Income
Up to 5.00%
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Refer note 2
Eastspring MY Focus
Eastspring Asia
Pacific Equity MY
Eastspring Dana
al-Ilham
Up to 5.26%
Eastspring Asia
Pacific Shariah
Equity
Up to 6.00%
Eastspring Dinasti
Equity
Up to 5.50%
Up to 0.50%
Refer note 1
FEEDER FUND
Eastspring Indonesia
Equity MY
Up to 5.50%
Eastspring Global
Emerging Markets
Up to 6.00%
Up to 0.50%
Refer note 1
Nil
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Refer note 2
Eastspring Global
Basics MY
Eastspring Global
Leaders MY
Up to 5.00%
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^ The sales charge is negotiatable due to the different levels of services provided by each Authorised Distributor
and/or the size of the investment undertaken.
# Unit Holders who invests through the EPF Members Investment Scheme will be levied a sales charge of up to
3.00% of the NAV per Unit or such other rate that may be determined by the EPF from time to time.
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Note 1: Up to 0.50% of the NAV per Unit is imposed on the redemption request made within
three (3) months from the date of investment.
The repurchase charge will be retained by the Manager.
Note 2: Up to 0.50% of the NAV per Unit is imposed on the total switched amount or RM1,000;
whichever is lower, on switches made within three (3) months from the date of investment or
date of switching into the Fund. In addition, an investor is required to pay a sales charge where
applicable when switching into another fund. Investor will be charged the difference between the
sales charges of these two (2) transacted funds. However, no sales charge will be imposed if the
fund to be switched into has a lower sales charge.
Please refer to pages 273-274 for details.
The switching fee will be retained by the Manager.
Note 3: Investor is required to pay a sales charge, where applicable when switching into
another fund. Investor will be charged the difference between the sales charges of these two (2)
transacted funds.
Switching from a Shariah-compliant fund to a conventional fund is not encouraged especially for
Muslim Unit Holders.
There is no transfer fee.
Other charges of the Fund; for instance bank charges, telegraphic or online transfer charges and
courier charges shall be borne by the Unit Holder in order to execute transactions on behalf of the
Unit Holder.
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The table sets out the fees and expenses which you will incur indirectly when you invest in the
Fund:
Fund name
Eastspring Cash
Management
Up to 0.50%
Eastspring Islamic
Income
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
Up to 1.00%
Up to 1.25%
Eastspring Institutional
Income
Up to 0.60%
Eastspring Enhanced
Income
Up to 1.50%
Up to 1.00%
Eastspring Dana
al-Islah
Up to 1.50%
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Balanced
Up to 1.50%
Up to 1.50%
Eastspring ASEAN
al-Adiil
Up to 1.80%
Refer note 4
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Fund name
Up to 1.25%
Up to 1.50%
Eastspring MY Focus
Eastspring Dana
al-Ilham
Up to 1.80%
Eastspring Indonesia
Equity MY
Up to 1.80%
Eastspring Global
Emerging Markets
Up to 1.80%
Eastspring Dinasti
Equity
FEEDER FUND
Refer note 4
Refer note 5
Eastspring Global
Basics MY
Eastspring Global
Leaders MY
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Up to 1.75%
Refer note 5
Note 4: There is no double charging of the annual management fee on the Target Fund, as the
Fund invests in Class D shares of the Target Fund which does not impose any annual management
fee.
Note 5: The Investment Manager of the Target Fund will rebate in full the annual management
fee into the Fund. Therefore, there will be no double charging of the annual management fee
at the Fund.
* Only fees incurred for the valuation for any investments of the Fund by independent valuers for the benefit
of the Fund.
Only expenses that are directly related and necessary for the operation and administration of the Fund
may be charged to the Fund. The allowable fees and charges are set out in the Deed.
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TRANSACTION DETAILS
The table below sets out the minimum initial investment amount for each Fund.
Minimum initial investment
Fund name
Lump sum
(RM)
Regular
investment
(RM)
EPF Members
Investment Scheme
(RM)
50,000
50,000
Not available
100,000
100,000
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
1,000
1,000
100
10 million
Not available
Not available
Eastspring Enhanced Income
Eastspring Dana Wafi
1,000
100
1,000
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Balanced
Eastspring Asia Select Income
1,000
1,000
100
Not available
100
1,000
1,000
1,000
100
Not available
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1,000
Not available
Fund name
(RM)
Regular
investment
(RM)
EPF Members
Investment Scheme
(RM)
1,000
100
Not available
1,000
100
Not available
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Dinasti Equity
FEEDER FUND
Eastspring Indonesia Equity MY
Eastspring Global Emerging
Markets
Eastspring Global Basics MY
Eastspring Global Leaders MY
The table below sets out the minimum additional investment amount and redemption of
Units for each Fund.
Minimum additional investment
Fund name
Lump
sum
(RM)
Regular
investment
(RM)
EPF Members
Investment Scheme
(RM)
Minimum
redemption
(Units)
10,000
Eastspring Islamic
Income
50,000
50,000
Not available
10,000
100,000
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
1,000
100
100
1 million
Not available
1,000
5 million
Not available
Eastspring Enhanced
Income
Eastspring Dana Wafi
Eastspring Dana al-Islah
100
100
1,000
1,000
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Lump
sum
(RM)
Regular
investment
(RM)
EPF Members
Investment Scheme
(RM)
Minimum
redemption
(Units)
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Balanced
Eastspring Asia Select
Income
1,000
1,000
100
100
Not available
Eastspring ASEAN
al-Adiil
Not available
100
100
1,000
1,000
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Small-cap
Eastspring Growth
1,000
Eastspring Equity
Income
Eastspring MY Focus
Eastspring Asia Pacific
Equity MY
100
100
Eastspring Dana
al-Ilham
Not available
1,000
1,000
Not available
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100
Not available
1,000
Minimum redemption - If the balance of Units in a Unit Holders account is less than the
minimum redemption amount of the respective Funds after a redemption request is made, all
Units in the Fund will be redeemed automatically.
There is no limit on the frequency of redemption.
Cooling-off period - The period of six (6) Business Days from the date the Manager receives
duly completed transaction form - sell. A cooling-off right is only given to a qualified investor.
No cooling-off period for the investment under EPF Members Investment Scheme. Please refer
to pages 272-273 for details.
The Manager reserves the right to change the above stipulated amounts or quantity from time
to time.
The table below sets out the minimum switching, transfer and holding of Units for each
Fund.
Fund name
Minimum
switched out
(Units)
Minimum
transfer
(Units)
Minimum
holding
(Units)
10,000
Refer note 2
Any Units
Refer note 1
1,000
10,000
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
Not available
Not available
1,000
1 million
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
1,000
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
1,000
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
1,000
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Fund name
Minimum
switched out
(Units)
Minimum
transfer
(Units)
Minimum
holding
(Units)
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Small-cap
Eastspring Growth
Eastspring Equity Income
Eastspring MY Focus
Eastspring Asia Pacific Equity MY
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
1,000
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
1,000
Note 1: Any Units. Both the transferor and transferee should maintain the minimum Unit holding
requirement for the respective Funds after the transfer is made.
Note 2: Minimum switched in is 10,000 Units or such other quantity as the Manager may
determine from time to time.
Note 3: If the balance of Units in a Unit Holders account is less than 1,000 Units after a switching
request is made, all Units in the Fund held by the Unit Holder will be switched automatically. There
is no limit as to the frequency of switching transaction. However, the Manager may at its sole
discretion disallow switching into any fund which is managed by the Manager from time to time.
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INCOME DISTRIBUTION
Distribution of income, if any, after deduction of taxation and expenses, will be declared as
follows:
Fund name
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
At least once a year, subject to the availability of income.
Eastspring Bond Plus
Eastspring Institutional Income
At least twice a year, subject to the availability of income.
Eastspring Enhanced Income
Eastspring Dana Wafi
At least once a year, subject to the availability of income.
Eastspring Dana al-Islah
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Balanced
Eastspring Asia Select Income
Eastspring MY Focus
Incidental
Eastspring Asia Pacific Equity MY
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Fund name
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Dana al-Ilham
Eastspring Asia Pacific Shariah
Equity
Incidental
Incidental
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OTHER INFORMATION
The list of deeds entered into between the Manager and the Trustee are as follows:
Fund name
Deed
Eastspring Islamic
Income
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
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Fund name
Deed
BOND FUND
Eastspring
Institutional Income
Eastspring Enhanced
Income
Eastspring Dana
Wafi,
Eastspring Dana
al-Islah
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Balanced
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Fund name
Deed
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Asia
Select Income
Eastspring ASEAN
al-Adiil
Eastspring Dana
Dinamik
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Small-cap,
Eastspring Growth
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Fund name
Deed
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Equity
Income
Eastspring MY Focus
Eastspring Asia
Pacific Equity MY
Eastspring Dana
al-Ilham
Eastspring Asia
Pacific Shariah Equity
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Fund name
Deed
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Dinasti
Equity
FEEDER FUND
Eastspring Indonesia
Equity MY
Eastspring Global
Emerging Markets
Eastspring Global
Basics MY
Eastspring Global
Leaders MY
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THERE ARE FEES AND CHARGES INVOLVED AND INVESTORS ARE ADVISED TO CONSIDER THEM
BEFORE INVESTING IN THE FUND.
UNIT PRICES AND DISTRIBUTIONS PAYABLE, IF ANY, MAY GO DOWN AS WELL AS UP.
FOR INFORMATION CONCERNING CERTAIN RISK FACTORS WHICH SHOULD BE CONSIDERED BY
PROSPECTIVE INVESTORS, SEE RISK FACTORS COMMENCING ON PAGE 69.
PAST PERFORMANCE OF THE FUND IS NOT AN INDICATION OF ITS FUTURE PERFORMANCE.
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RISK FACTORS
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affected. The Manager will mitigate the Funds credit or default risk by performing continuous
fundamental credit research and analysis to ascertain the creditworthiness of the issuer.
Interest rate risk
Generally, the value of fixed income securities or sukuk will move inversely with interest rate
movements. Therefore, the prices of fixed income securities or sukuk may fall when interest rates
rise and vice versa. Should the Fund hold a fixed income securities or sukuk until its maturity, such
price fluctuations would reduce as the fixed income securities or sukuk approaches maturity. To
mitigate the effects of interest rate movements, the Manager will manage the duration of the
portfolio by diversifying the tenures of the Funds fixed income securities or sukuk investments
based on the Managers view on the future interest rate trend.
(Note: the interest rate mentioned above will have an impact on the management of the Fund,
regardless whether it is a Shariah-compliant Fund or otherwise. It does not in any way suggest
that the Fund will invest in conventional financial instruments. All the investments carried out for
the Fund are in accordance with the Shariah requirements).
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denominated in US Dollar, the performance of the Fund may be affected by movements in the
exchange rate between the Ringgit Malaysia and the US Dollar. For example, should the US Dollar
weaken against the Ringgit Malaysia, the investment may face currency loss in addition to any
capital gains or losses, which will affect the NAV of the Fund.
In the normal course of investment, the Fund does not engage any currency hedging strategy in
mitigating the currency risk between the US Dollar and the Ringgit Malaysia. The Manager may,
however, depending on prevailing market circumstances at a particular point in time, choose to
use forward or option contracts for hedging and risk reduction purposes.
Applicable only to Eastspring ASEAN al-Adiil
As the Fund will invest in foreign markets, the investments will be denominated in foreign
currencies. When the foreign currencies move unfavourably against Ringgit Malaysia, the
investments will face currency losses in addition to any capital gains or losses, and such loss will
affect the NAV of the Fund.
The Fund does not intend to engage any currency hedging to mitigate the currency risk.
Counterparty risk
Applicable only to Eastspring ASEAN al-Adiil
The Fund will be exposed to credit risk of the counterparties with whom the Fund trades with.
The Fund may place Islamic Deposits and invest in Islamic money market instruments. In the event
that the counterparty is not able to fulfil its obligations especially in the event of bankruptcy
this may lead to a loss to the Fund. Counterparty risk may be mitigated by conducting credit
evaluation on the counterparty to ascertain the creditworthiness of the counterparty.
Countries or Foreign securities risk
Applicable only to Eastspring Asia Select Income
The Fund invests in Target Fund that is domiciled in Luxembourg and also invests in securities
listed outside Luxembourg. Any changes in the economic fundamentals, social and political
stability, currency movements and foreign investments policies in these foreign countries may
have an impact on the prices of the securities that the Target Fund invests in and consequently
may also affect the Funds NAV.
As the Target Fund is registered in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, therefore, is exposed to risks
related to Luxembourg. The Target Fund may be affected by risks associated with the possibility of
changes in the:
financial aspects such as currency controls and regulatory changes, and
security factors such as civil war, riots, etc.
All these changes may have an impact on the net asset value of the Target Fund.
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defaults in the coupon or profit or principal payments, the value of the Fund will be adversely
affected. The Manager will mitigate the Funds credit or default risk by performing continuous
fundamental credit research and analysis to ascertain the creditworthiness of the issuer.
Interest rate risk
Generally, the value of fixed income securities or sukuk will move inversely with interest rate
movements. Therefore, the prices of fixed income securities or sukuk may fall when interest rates
rise and vice versa. Should the Fund hold a fixed income security or sukuk until its maturity, such
price fluctuations would reduce as the fixed income securities or sukuk approaches maturity. To
mitigate the effects of interest rate movements, the Manager will manage the duration of the
portfolio by diversifying the tenures of the Funds fixed income securities or sukuk investments
based on the Managers view on the future interest rate trend.
(Note: the interest rate mentioned above will have an impact on the management of the Fund,
regardless whether it is a Shariah-compliant Fund or otherwise. It does not in any way suggest
that the Fund will invest in conventional financial instruments. All the investments carried out for
the Fund are in accordance with the Shariah requirements).
Concentration risk
The Fund will have a small selection of equity securities in its portfolio. Thus, a fall in price of a
particular equity security will have a greater impact on the Fund and vice versa, consequently
leading to higher volatility of the Funds NAV. The volatility may be minimised over the mid to
long-term by conducting rigorous fundamental analysis before investing in each security. In
addition, investor may ride through the volatility by holding the investments of this Fund over the
medium to long-term.
Countries or Foreign securities risk
The Fund may be affected by risks specific to the countries in which it invests. Such risks may be
caused by but not limited to changes in the countrys economic fundamentals, social and political
stability, currency movements and foreign investment policies. These factors may have an impact
on the prices of the Funds investment in that country and consequently may also affect the
Funds NAV. The Manager mitigates this risk by conducting continuous research on the respective
countries economic, political and social conditions.
Currency risk
As the Fund will invest in foreign markets, the investments will be denominated in foreign
currencies. When the foreign currencies move unfavourably against Ringgit Malaysia, the
investments will face currency losses in addition to any capital gains or losses, and such loss will
affect the NAV of the Fund.
The Fund does not intend to engage in any currency hedging to mitigate currency risk.
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Counterparty risk
The Fund will be exposed to credit risk on the counterparties with whom the Fund trades with.
The Fund may enter into derivative contracts. In the event that the counterparty is not able to
fulfil its obligations especially in the event of bankruptcy this may lead to a loss to the Fund. This
risk is mitigated by investing only in instruments issued by counterparties with minimum credit
rating of AA3/P2 or equivalent rating by recognised domestic or global rating agencies.
Reclassification of Shariah status risk
This is the risk that Shariah-compliant equities in the Fund may be reclassified to be Shariah noncompliant upon periodic review of the equities by the SACSC, the Shariah adviser or the Shariah
boards of the relevant Islamic indices. If this occurs, the Manager will adopt the necessary steps to
dispose such equities.
Note: Please refer to Shariah Investment Guidelines for details.
License risk
This risk is associated with investments in securities listed in a country which requires a license
prior to making any investments in the said country. Such license may be revoked or not be
renewed should the Manager breach the relevant regulations of the said country. If this occurs,
the Fund will have to liquidate all stocks listed on the exchanges in the said country within the
stipulated period. The liquidation may be performed at a loss, hence affecting the NAV of the
Fund. This risk may be reduced, if the Manager diligently observes and complies with the relevant
regulations of the said country.
Shariah-compliant derivative risk
Shariah-compliant derivative risk may be greater than the traditional Shariah-compliant securities.
The volatility of the NAV of the Fund may be high when the Fund invests more than 30% of its
NAV in Shariah-compliant derivatives.
Islamic structured products may contain one or more embedded Shariah-compliant derivatives,
including Islamic options. The value of such Islamic options depends on a variety of market
factors, including improvements in the underlying reference index, the variability or volatility of
such index, interest rate, foreign exchange rate and other factors. The value of the option may
not necessarily change in constant proportion to changes in the underlying reference index.
Further, options by their nature will tend to decline in value over time, assuming that all other
market factors remain unchanged. These factors affecting the value of the option will also be
reflected in the value of the investments in which it is embedded.
Prepayment and commitment risk
Islamic structured products are designed as a hold-to-maturity investment. Therefore, the early
redemption amount may be lesser than the principal amount originally invested or part thereof,
in the case of partial redemptions. Any request to restructure the Islamic structured products, if
agreed by the issuer, is effectively an early redemption by the Fund. The full amount that would
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have been received is used to invest in a new Shariah-compliant investment on such terms that
are applicable to the new investment. Such amount may factor in all accrued profit due (if any),
losses due to market movements, break costs and other losses incurred in discharging a related
hedging or other arrangements made in the design of the Islamic structured products.
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exchange rate between Ringgit Malaysia and EURO. For example, should EURO weaken against
the Ringgit Malaysia, the investment may face currency loss in addition to any capital gains or
losses, which will affect the NAV of the Fund.
In the normal course of investment, the Fund does not engage any currency hedging strategy in
mitigating the currency risk between EURO and Ringgit Malaysia. The Manager may, however,
depending on prevailing market circumstances at a particular point in time, choose to use forward
or option contracts for hedging and risk reduction purposes.
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Liquidity risk
Liquidity risk here refers to two scenarios. The first scenario is where the allocated liquidity of the
Target Fund is insufficient to meet redemption needs. The second scenario is where theTarget
Fund is thinly traded. Should the investments in the Target Fund be thinly traded this may cause
the Target Fund to dispose the investment at an unfavaourable price in the market and may
adversely affect investors investment. This risk may be mitigated through stringent security
selection process.
Currency risk
This risk is associated with investments denominated in currencies different from the base
currency of the Target Fund. As the Target Fund is denominated in US Dollar or EURO, the
underlying investments may be denominated in its local currency. The performance of the Target
Fund may be affected by movements in the exchange rate between the local currency and the US
Dollar or EURO. For example, should the US Dollar or EURO weaken against the local currency,
the investments may face currency loss in addition to any capital gains or losses, which will affect
the net asset value of the Target Fund.
The Target Fund does not intend to engage any currency hedging to mitigate the currency risk.
Countries or Foreign securities risk
This risk is associated with investments in securities listed or domiciled in countries other
than the country of domicile. Any changes in the economic fundamentals, social and political
stability, uncertainty or changes in countries official currencies, currency movements and foreign
investments policies in these countries may increase the volatility in asset values, liquidity and
default risk which may have an impact on the prices of the securities that the Target Fund invests
in and consequently may affect the net asset value of the Target Fund.
Investments in certain markets may be restricted or controlled. In some countries, direct
investments in securities may be prohibited and restricted due to regulatory requirements. These
limitations may increase transaction costs and adversely affect a securitys liquidity and the price in
connection with the security.
The Investment Manager will monitor and observe the developments in these countries where
assets of the Target Fund are allocated. In addition, the Investment Manager will also employ a
systematic investment process, which includes regular review, to manage and mitigate this risk.
Single country or Foreign securities risk
The Target Fund invests primarily in equities and equity-related securities of companies which are
incorporated, listed in, or have their area of primary activity, in Indonesia. Therefore, any changes
in Indonesias economic fundamentals, social and political stability, currency movements and
foreign investments policies may have an impact on the prices of the securities that the Target
Fund invests in, which in turn affect the net asset value of the Target Fund.
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As Indonesia is an emerging market, potential investors should be aware that investments in this
country may involve a higher degree of risk than investments in developed markets. This could
adversely affect the value of investments due to the economic and political development process
the country is undergoing. Among other things, investment in Indonesia may also involve risks
such as the potential imposition of restriction on foreign investment, as well as high market
volatility which could be resulted from volatile foreign fund flows. Note also that the potential
illiquidity of Indonesian equities as the trading volume may be substantially less than those in
the worlds leading or developed stock markets, and therefore trades may have to be conducted
at unfavourable prices. Moreover, companies may be subjected to considerably less regulatory
supervision than those in the developed markets.
Exposure to a single country, in this case, Indonesia, may also increase potential volatility of the
Target Fund due to the increased geographical concentration risk as they are less diversified
geographically compared to funds investing in the regional or global markets.
The Investment Manager will constantly monitor and observe the developments in Indonesia
where assets of the Target Fund are allocated. If the Manager views that the developments are
such that it would be in the interest of the Fund to withdraw from Indonesia, the Manager will
seek Unit Holders approval to replace the Target Fund.
The Investment Manager will also employ a systematic investment process, which includes regular
reviews to manage and mitigate this risk.
Emerging market risk
Potential investors should be aware that investments in emerging markets may involve a higher
degree of risk than investments in developed markets. A portfolio consequently may experience
greater price volatility and significantly lower liquidity than a portfolio invested solely in equity
securities of issuers located in more developed markets.
Investments in securities of emerging market issuers entail significant risks in addition to those
customarily associated with investing in securities of issuers in more developed markets, such as:
i. low or non-existent trading volume, resulting in a lack of liquidity and increased volatility in
prices for such securities, as compared to securities of comparable issuers in more developed
capital markets;
ii. uncertain national policies and social, political and economic instability, increases the potential
for expropriation of assets, confiscatory taxation, high rates of inflation or unfavorable
diplomatic developments;
iii. possible fluctuations in exchange rates, differing legal systems and the existence or possible
imposition of exchange controls, custodial restrictions or other laws or restrictions applicable
to such investments;
iv. national policies which may limit a portfolios investment opportunities such as restrictions on
investment in issuers or industries deemed sensitive to national interests; and
v. the lack or relatively early development of legal structures governing private and foreign
investments and private property. Other risks relating to investments in emerging market
issuers include: the availability of less public information on issuers of securities; settlement
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practices that differ from those in more developed markets may result in delays or may not
fully protect a portfolio against the loss or theft of assets; the possibility of nationalization
of a company or industry and expropriation or confiscatory taxation; and the imposition of
foreign taxes.
Investments in emerging markets securities may also result in generally higher expenses due to:
the costs of currency exchange; higher brokerage commissions in certain emerging markets;
and the expense of maintaining securities with foreign custodians. Issuers in emerging markets
may not be subject to accounting, auditing and financial reporting standards and requirements
comparable to those to which companies in developed markets are subjected to. In certain
emerging market countries, reporting standards vary widely. As a result, traditional investment
measurements used in developed markets, such as price or earnings ratios, may not be applicable
in certain emerging markets.
The above-mentioned risk could adversely affect the value of investments, and consequently
impacting the net asset value of the Target Fund.
Charges to capital risk
The Target Funds charges and expenses are taken from the capital, in whole or in part, resulting
in possible constraint of capital growth.
Restrictions on foreign investment
Some countries prohibit or impose substantial restrictions on investments by foreign entities.
There may also be instances where a purchase order subsequently fails because the permissible
allocation to foreign investors has been filled, depriving the Target Fund of the ability to make its
desired investment at the time.
Initial Public Offerings risk
The Target Fund may invest in initial public offerings, which frequently are smaller companies.
Such securities have no trading history and information about these companies may only be
available for limited periods. The prices of securities involved in initial public offerings may be
subject to greater price volatility than more established securities.
Smaller companies risk
The Target Fund which invests in smaller companies may fluctuate more in value than investments
in larger companies. Smaller companies may offer greater opportunities for capital appreciation
than larger companies, but may also involve certain special risks. They are more likely than larger
companies, to have limited product lines, markets or financial resources, or to depend on a small,
inexperienced management group. Securities of smaller companies may, especially during periods
where markets are falling, become less liquid and experience short-term price volatility and wide
spreads between dealing prices. They may also trade in the over-the-counter (OTC) market or on
a regional exchange, or may otherwise have limited liquidity. Consequently investments in smaller
companies may be more vulnerable to adverse developments than those in larger companies
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and the Target Fund may have more difficulty establishing or closing out its securities positions in
smaller companies at prevailing market prices. Also, there may be less publicly available information
about smaller companies or less market interest in the securities and it may take longer for the
prices of the securities to reflect the full value of the issuers earning potential or assets.
Technology related company risk
Investments in the technology sector may present a greater risk and a higher volatility than
investments in a broader range of securities covering different economic sectors. The equity
securities of the companies in which the Target Fund may invest are likely to be affected by worldwide scientific or technological developments and their products or services may rapidly fall into
obsolescence. In addition, some of these companies offer products or services that are subject to
governmental regulation and may, therefore, be adversely affected by governmental policies. As
a result, the investments made by the Target Fund may decrease sharply in value in response to
market, research or regulatory setbacks.
THE ABOVE SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF THE RISKS WHICH
INVESTORS SHOULD CONSIDER BEFORE INVESTING INTO THE FUND. INVESTORS SHOULD BE
AWARE THAT AN INVESTMENT IN THE FUND MAY BE EXPOSED TO OTHER RISKS FROM TIME TO
TIME. INVESTORS SHOULD CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL ADVISER FOR A BETTER UNDERSTANDING
OF THE RISKS.
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a portfolio of short-term money market
instruments and short-term debentures.
The Fund shall invest in money market instruments issued by financial institutions in Malaysia with
minimum credit rating of BBB/P2 by RAM, or its equivalent rating by any other domestic rating
agencies. Should the credit rating of the issuing financial institutions be downgraded by the rating
agencies to below the minimum credit rating, the Manager shall cease to place new monies with
the financial institutions concerned.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 99%
Up to 10%
At least 1%
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INVESTMENT IN THE FUND IS NOT THE SAME AS PLACEMENT IN A DEPOSIT WITH A FINANCIAL
INSTITUTION. THERE ARE RISKS INVOLVED AND INVESTORS SHOULD RELY ON THEIR OWN
EVALUATION TO ASSESS THE MERITS AND RISKS WHEN INVESTING IN THE FUND.
Performance Benchmark
The performance benchmark of the Fund is Maybank overnight rate.
Source: www.maybank2u.com.my
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile of the performance benchmark.
Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Debentures;
2. Money market instruments;
3. Placement in Deposits; and
4. Any other form of investments as may be permitted by the relevant authorities from time to time.
Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a portfolio of short-term Islamic money
market instruments and short-term sukuk.
The Fund shall invest in sukuk with a minimum credit rating of BBB/P2 by RAM, or its equivalent
rating by any other domestic rating agencies. Should the credit rating of the sukuk be
downgraded by the rating agencies to below the minimum credit rating, the Manager may
dispose the affected papers in the market.
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* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 99%
Up to 10%
At least 1%
Performance Benchmark
The performance benchmark of the Fund is Maybank Islamic overnight rate.
Source: www.maybank2u.com.my
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile of the performance benchmark.
Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Sukuk;
2. Islamic money market instruments;
3. Islamic Deposits placed with financial institutions; and
4. Any other form of Shariah-compliant investments as may be permitted by the relevant
authorities from time to time.
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EASTSPRING BOND
Fund Objective
The Fund seeks to provide investors with a steady stream of income* returns by investing
principally in a portfolio of investment grade fixed income securities with exposure in noninvestment grade fixed income securities which yield above average returns.
ANY MATERIAL CHANGES TO THE FUND OBJECTIVE WOULD REQUIRE UNIT HOLDERS APPROVAL.
Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a portfolio of fixed income securities.
For investment in fixed income securities, should the credit rating be downgraded by the rating
agencies to below the minimum credit rating, the Manager may dispose the affected papers in
the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 99%
Up to 99%
At least 1%
__________________________
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Performance Benchmark
The performance benchmark of the Fund is Quant Shop MGS Medium Index.
Source: www.quantshop.com
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile of the performance benchmark.
Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Securities of Malaysian companies listed on the Bursa Malaysia;
2. Units of unrelated property trust funds listed on the Bursa Malaysia;
3. Unlisted securities approved or exempt stock market declared by the Minister under the Act,
which are offered directly to the scheme;
4. Malaysian Government Securities, Treasury Bills, Bank Negara Malaysia Certificates and
Cagamas Notes/Bonds;
5. Placements of money at call, Malaysian currency balances in hand and Ringgit-denominated
Deposits placed with financial institutions including Negotiable Certificates of Deposit;
6. Private debt securities and bonds traded on Eligible Market and approved stock exchanges;
7. Bankers acceptances and other tradable money market instruments in the money market;
8. Futures contracts and options traded in the futures and options market of an exchange
approved under the Act for hedging purposes;
9. Units or shares in other collective investment schemes;
10. Unlisted loan stocks and corporate bonds that are either bank guaranteed or carrying at least
BBB rating by RAM or any other approved rating agency;
11. Danamodal, Danaharta and Khazanah bonds; and
12. Any other form of investments as may be permitted by the relevant authorities from time
to time.
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing a minimum of 70% of the Funds NAV in fixed
income securities. Not more than 30% of the Funds NAV may be invested in foreign fixed income
securities. The fixed income securities comprise, amongst others, sovereign bonds and corporate
bonds (listed and unlisted).
The Fund may also invest in fixed income collective investment schemes as well as liquid assets.
The Fund shall invest in domestic fixed income securities which is issued by the corporations and
financial institutions with a minimum credit rating of BBB3 by RAM or its equivalent rating by any
other domestic rating agencies whilst foreign fixed income securities shall carry a minimum credit
rating of BB3 by Standard & Poors or its equivalent rating by any other global rating agencies.
Should the credit rating of the fixed income securities be downgraded by the rating agencies to
below the minimum credit rating, the Manager may dispose the affected papers in the market.
Derivatives may also be used for hedging purposes where appropriate.
The Fund will invest in foreign markets where the regulatory authority is a member of IOSCO.
The foreign markets where the Fund will invest in include but not limited to Australia, Bahrain,
Bermuda, Brunei, Cayman Island, China, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Jersey,
Luxembourg, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Turkey, United Arab
Emirates and the United States of America.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Minimum 70%
Maximum 30%
__________________________
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a portfolio of fixed income securities.
Where applicable, the Fund shall invest in fixed income securities with a minimum credit rating of
AA/P1 by RAM, or its equivalent rating by any other domestic rating agencies. Should the credit
rating be downgraded by the rating agencies to below the minimum credit rating, the Manager
may dispose the affected papers in the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 99%
Up to 30%
At least 1%
__________________________
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Performance Benchmark
The performance benchmark of the Fund is Maybank overnight rate.
Source: www.maybank2u.com.my
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile of the performance benchmark.
Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Malaysian Government Securities, Treasury Bills, Bank Negara Malaysia Certificates and
Cagamas Notes/Bonds;
2. Private debt securities and bonds traded on Eligible Market and approved stock exchanges;
3. Bankers acceptances and other tradable money market instruments in the money market;
4. Placements of money at call and Ringgit-denominated Deposits placed with financial
institutions;
5. Units or shares in other collective investment schemes;
6. Futures contracts and options traded in the futures and options market of an exchange
approved under the Act for hedging purposes; and
7. Any other form of investments as may be permitted by the relevant authorities from time
to time.
__________________________
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a portfolio comprising Malaysian fixed
income securities and money market instruments as well as Malaysian and foreign equities and
equity-related securities, and collective investment schemes that invest in the Asia Pacific markets.
For investment in fixed income securities, should the credit rating be downgraded by the rating
agencies to below the minimum credit rating, the Manager may dispose the affected papers in
the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 30%
The remaining of the
Funds NAV
At least 0.2%
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Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Foreign securities traded in foreign markets within the Asia Pacific region, subject to the limit
as may be permitted for investment by the relevant authorities from time to time;
2. Securities of Malaysian companies listed on the Bursa Malaysia;
3. Units of unrelated property trust funds listed on the Bursa Malaysia;
4. Unlisted securities approved or exempt stock market declared by the Minister under the Act,
which are offered directly to the scheme;
5. Malaysian Government Securities, Treasury Bills, Bank Negara Malaysia Certificates and
Cagamas Notes/Bonds;
6. Placements of money at call, Malaysian currency balances in hand and Ringgit-denominated
Deposits placed with financial institutions including Negotiable Certificates of Deposit;
7. Private debt securities and bonds trade on Eligible Market and approved stock exchanges;
8. Bankers acceptances and other tradable money market instruments in the money market;
9. Future contracts and options traded in the futures and options market of an exchange
approved under the Act for hedging purposes;
10. Units and shares in other collective investment schemes;
11. Unlisted loan stocks and corporate bonds that are either bank guaranteed or carrying at least
BBB rating by RAM or any other approved rating agency;
12. Danamodal, Danaharta and Khazanah bonds; and
13. Any other form of investments as may be permitted by the relevant authorities from time
to time.
__________________________
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a portfolio of sukuk.
For investment in sukuk, should the credit rating be downgraded by the rating agencies, the
Manager may dispose the affected papers in the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 99%
At least 1%
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4. Islamic futures contracts and options traded in the futures and options market of an
exchange approved under the Act for hedging purpose, as approved by the SACSC and/or
Shariah adviser;
5. Sukuk;
6. Other tradable Islamic money market instruments in the Islamic money market;
7. Placements of money at call and Islamic Deposits (Malaysian Currency) placed with financial
institutions;
8. Units or shares in other Shariah-compliant collective investment schemes; and
9. Any other form of Shariah-compliant investments as may be permitted by the relevant
authorities from time to time.
Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a portfolio comprising primarily sukuk and
partially Shariah-compliant equities and equity-related securities.
For investment in sukuk, should the credit rating be downgraded by the rating agencies, the
Manager may dispose the affected papers in the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 99%
Up to 30%
__________________________
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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EASTSPRING BALANCED
Fund Objective
The Fund seeks to provide investors with capital appreciation and a reasonable level of current
income* by investing in a mixed portfolio of companies with good dividend yield and low price
volatility and a portfolio of investment grade fixed income securities.
Note: The Funds focus is on growth.
ANY MATERIAL CHANGES TO THE FUND OBJECTIVE WOULD REQUIRE UNIT HOLDERS APPROVAL.
Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a balanced portfolio comprising equities
and equity-related securities and fixed income securities.
For investment in fixed income securities, should the credit rating be downgraded by the rating
agencies to below the minimum credit rating, the Manager may dispose the affected papers in
the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 70%
Up to 70%
At least 1%
__________________________
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Performance Benchmark
The performance benchmark of the Fund is 50% FBM100 + 50% Maybank 12-month fixed
deposit rate.
The composite benchmark index is a reflection of the Funds average asset allocation over the
long-term of 50% of the Funds NAV in equities and equity-related securities, and 50% of the
Funds NAV in fixed income securities and Deposits or other liquid assets.
Source: www.bursamalaysia.com and www.maybank2u.com.my
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile of the performance benchmark.
Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Securities of Malaysian companies listed on the Bursa Malaysia;
2. Units of unrelated property trust funds listed on the Bursa Malaysia;
3. Unlisted securities approved or exempt stock market declared by the Minister under the Act,
which are offered directly to the scheme;
4. Malaysian Government Securities, Treasury Bills, Bank Negara Malaysia Certificates and
Cagamas Notes/Bonds;
5. Placements of money at call, Malaysian currency balances in hand and Ringgit-denominated
Deposits placed with financial institutions including Negotiable Certificates of Deposit;
6. Private debt securities and bonds traded on Eligible Market and approved stock exchanges;
7. Bankers acceptances and other tradable money market instruments in the money market;
8. Futures contracts and options traded in the futures and options market of an exchange
approved under the Act for hedging purposes;
9. Units or shares in other collective investment schemes;
10. Unlisted loan stocks and corporate bonds that are either bank guaranteed or carrying at least
BBB rating by RAM or any other approved rating agency;
11. Danamodal, Danaharta and Khazanah bonds; and
12. Any other form of investments as may be permitted by the relevant authorities from time
to time.
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in securities consisting of:
Malaysian investment grade fixed income securities; and
A collective investment scheme namely the Eastspring Investments Dragon Peacock Fund,
incorporated in Luxembourg.
The Fund will invest in foreign markets where the regulatory authority is a member of IOSCO. The
foreign markets which the Fund will invest in includes but not limited to China, Hong Kong and
India.
For fixed income securities, should the credit rating be downgraded by the rating agencies, the
Manager may dispose the affected papers in the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Eastspring Investments Dragon Peacock Fund
At least 1%
__________________________
* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in Shariah-compliant equities and equityrelated securities, such as rights and Shariah-compliant warrants, which are listed on the ASEAN
exchanges.
The Fund also invests in domestic and/or foreign sukuk issued by corporations, financial
institutions and governments of ASEAN member countries which are traded in the ASEAN
markets or listed on the ASEAN exchanges. Corporations and financial institutions which issue
sukuk shall have their business incorporated in ASEAN member countries. Domestic sukuk which
is issued by the corporations and financial institutions shall carry a rating of at least BBB3 by RAM
or its equivalent rating by any other domestic rating agencies whilst foreign sukuk shall carry
a rating of at least BB3 by Standard & Poors or its equivalent rating by any other global rating
agencies. However, sukuk issued by governments need not be rated. Should the credit rating
of the sukuk be downgraded by the rating agencies to below the minimum credit rating, the
Manager may dispose the affected papers in the market. The Funds investments may also include
Islamic liquid assets.
The Fund will invest in ASEAN markets where the regulatory authority is a member of IOSCO.
The ASEAN markets where the Fund will invest in include but not limited to Indonesia, Malaysia,
Singapore, Philippines and Thailand.
The Fund will strategically asset allocate between Shariah-compliant equity and sukuk based on
the relative attractiveness of the two asset classes to achieve its dual objective of growth and
income. This is done after considering the current phase of the economic cycle, inflation and
interest rate trend in the medium-term investment horizon.
The Manager seeks to invest in companies which have a sustainable business model with good
management and corporate governance, and trading at prices below the Managers estimate
of fair value. When selecting individual equity, the Manager will consider the following factors,
which are not an exhaustive list:
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* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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40% 60%
40% - 60%
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The composite benchmark index is a reflection of the Funds average asset allocation over the
long-term of 50% of the Funds NAV in Shariah-compliant equities and equity-related securities,
and 50% of the Funds NAV in sukuk and Islamic liquid assets.
Source: www.djindexes.com and www.maybank2u.com.my
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile of the performance benchmark.
Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund is permitted to invest in:
1. Shariah-compliant equities and equity-related securities listed in local and foreign markets;
2. Sukuk in local or foreign markets;
3. Islamic liquid assets in local and foreign markets;
4. Government bills/securities in local and foreign markets;
5. Shariah-compliant collective investment schemes in local and foreign markets;
6. Any other form of Shariah-compliant investments permitted by the relevant authorities from
time to time.
Note: Foreign markets are Eligible Markets.
EASTSPRING DYNAMIC
Fund Objective
The Fund seeks to provide investors with capital appreciation by actively investing in equity and
equity-related securities. For defensive consideration, the Fund may invest in debentures and
money market instruments.
ANY MATERIAL CHANGES TO THE FUND OBJECTIVE WOULD REQUIRE UNIT HOLDERS APPROVAL.
Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by adopting a flexible asset allocation strategy between
the different asset classes of equities and equity-related securities, debentures and liquid assets,
depending on the investment market outlook.
The Fund shall lock in profit or gains when the market value of the invested equities has increased
by 30%. This mechanism is subject to review as the Manager deems fit from time to time.
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Circumstances contributing to the review include changes in the stock market developments and
conditions.
The Fund shall invest in debt instruments or permitted investments e.g. bonds, which have
remaining maturity period of not more than 365 days, which is subject to the review as the
Manager deems fit from time to time. This allows the flexibility for the Fund to switch to equities
when conditions are conducive, for example during a bullish stock market period.
At any point in time, the Fund may hold 100% in liquid assets.
For investment in debentures, should the credit rating be downgraded by the rating agencies to
below the minimum credit rating, the Manager may dispose the affected papers in the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 100%
Up to 100%
If invested in a mix of equities and equity-related securities, debentures and liquid assets:
50% FBM100 + 50% Maybank 12-month fixed deposit rate.
The composite benchmark index is a reflection of the Funds average asset allocation over the
long-term of 50% of the Funds NAV in equities and equity-related securities, and 50% of the
Funds NAV in debentures and liquid assets.
Source: www.bursamalaysia.com and www.maybank2u.com.my
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile of the performance benchmark.
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Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Securities of Malaysian companies listed on the Bursa Malaysia;
2. Units of unrelated property trust funds listed on the Bursa Malaysia;
3. Unlisted securities approved or exempt stock market declared by the Minister under the Act,
which are offered directly to the scheme;
4. Malaysian Government Securities, Treasury Bills, Bank Negara Malaysia Certificates and
Cagamas Notes/Bonds;
5. Placements of money at call, Malaysian currency balances in hand and Ringgit-denominated
Deposits placed with financial institutions including Negotiable Certificates of Deposit;
6. Private debt securities and bonds traded on Eligible Market and approved stock exchanges;
7. Bankers acceptances and other tradable money market instruments in the money market;
8. Futures contracts and options traded in the futures and options market of an exchange
approved under the Act for hedging purposes;
9. Units and shares in other collective investment schemes;
10. Unlisted loan stocks and corporate bonds that are either bank guaranteed or carrying at least
BBB rating by RAM or any other approved rating agency;
11. Danamodal, Danaharta and Khazanah bonds; and
12. Any other form of investments as may be permitted by the relevant authorities from time
to time.
Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by adopting a flexible asset allocation strategy between
the different asset classes of Shariah-compliant equities and equity-related securities, sukuk and
Islamic liquid assets depending on the investment market outlook.
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The Fund shall lock in profit or gains when the market value of the invested Shariah-compliant
equities has increased by 30%. This mechanism is subject to review as the Manager deem fit
from time to time. Circumstances contributing to the review include changes in the stock market
developments and conditions.
The Fund shall invest in sukuk, which have remaining maturity period of not more than 365
days, which is subject to the review as the Manager deem fit from time to time. This allows the
flexibility for the Fund to switch to Shariah-compliant equities when conditions are conducive, for
example during a bullish stock market period.
At any point in time, the Fund may hold 100% in Islamic liquid assets.
For investment in sukuk, should the credit rating be downgraded by the rating agencies, the
Manager may dispose the affected papers in the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 100%
Up to 100%
The composite benchmark index is a reflection of the Funds average asset allocation over the
long-term of 50% of the Funds NAV in Shariah-compliant equities and equity-related securities,
and 50% of the Funds NAV in sukuk and Islamic liquid assets.
Source: www.bursamalaysia.com and www.maybank2u.com.my
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Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile of the performance benchmark.
Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Shariah-compliant securities traded on Eligible Market and approved stock exchanges;
2. Unlisted Shariah-compliant securities approved or exempt stock market declared by the
Minister under the Act, which are offered directly to the scheme;
3. Government Investment Issues (GII), Islamic Accepted Bills, Bank Negara Monetary Notes-i
(BNMN-I), Cagamas sukuk and any other government Islamic papers;
4. Placements of money at call and Islamic Deposits (Malaysian Currency) placed with financial
institutions including Islamic Negotiable Instruments (INIs);
5. Islamic futures contracts and options traded in the futures and options market of an
exchange approved under the Act for hedging purpose, as approved by the SACSC and/or
Shariah adviser;
6. Sukuk; and
7. Any other form of Shariah-compliant investments as may be permitted by the relevant
authorities from time to time.
EASTSPRING SMALL-CAP
Fund Objective
The Fund seeks to provide investors with maximum capital appreciation by investing principally in
small market capitalisation companies which will appreciate in value.
Note: The Fund will invest in small market capitalisation companies at the point of
acquisition.
ANY MATERIAL CHANGES TO THE FUND OBJECTIVE WOULD REQUIRE UNIT HOLDERS APPROVAL.
Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in equities and equity-related securities of
companies with market capitalization of up to RM3 billion at the point of acquisition.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
As market capitalisation is dynamic, the Manager would need to periodically review and reestablish the market capitalisation rule. The Unit Holders have passed a resolution on 30th
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September 2009 stating that the term small-capitalisation companies as used in the context
of the investment strategy of the Fund be redefined to mean companies with a marketcapitalisation of not more than RM2 billion at the point of acquisition. Furthermore, as the
Manager of the Fund, the Unit Holders permit the Manager to further revise the aforesaid
definition of small-capitalisation companies as used in the context of the investment strategy
of the Fund from time to time in order to achieve the objective of the Fund without having to
further consult the Unit Holders of the Fund.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 99%
At least 1%
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6. Private debt securities and bonds traded on Eligible Market and approved stock exchanges;
7. Bankers acceptances and other tradable money market instruments in the money market;
8. Futures contracts and options traded in the futures and options market of an exchange
approved under the Act for hedging purposes;
9. Units or shares in other collective investment schemes;
10. Unlisted loan stocks and corporate bonds that are either bank guaranteed or carrying at least
BBB rating by RAM or any other approved rating agency;
11. Danamodal, Danaharta and Khazanah bonds; and
12. Any other form of investments as may be permitted by the relevant authorities from time
to time.
EASTSPRING GROWTH
Fund Objective
The Fund seeks to provide investors with long-term capital appreciation by investing principally in
larger companies which will appreciate in value.
ANY MATERIAL CHANGES TO THE FUND OBJECTIVE WOULD REQUIRE UNIT HOLDERS APPROVAL.
Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in equities and equity-related securities of
undervalued companies which have good growth potential.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 99%
At least 1%
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in equities and equity-related securities of
companies that have consistent track record of dividend distributions and prospects for capital
growth or increase in future dividend distributions.
For investment in fixed income securities, should the credit rating be downgraded by the rating
agencies to below the minimum credit rating, the Manager may dispose the affected papers in
the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Up to 99%
Up to 15%
At least 1%
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* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Performance Benchmark
The performance benchmark of the Fund is FBM100.
Source: www.bursamalaysia.com
Note: The risk profile of the Fund is different from the risk profile of the performance benchmark.
Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Securities of Malaysian companies listed on the Bursa Malaysia;
2. Units of unrelated property trust funds listed on the Bursa Malaysia;
3. Unlisted securities approved or exempt stock market declared by the Minister under the Act,
which are offered directly to the scheme;
4. Malaysian Government Securities, Treasury Bills, Bank Negara Malaysia Certificates and
Cagamas Notes/Bonds;
5. Placements of money at call, Malaysian currency balances in hand and Ringgit-denominated
Deposits placed with financial institutions including Negotiable Certificates of Deposit;
6. Unlisted loan stocks and corporate bonds that are either bank guaranteed or carrying at least
BBB rating by RAM or any other approved rating agency;
7. Danamodal, Danaharta and Khazanah bonds; and
8. Any other form of investments as may be permitted by the relevant authorities from time
to time.
EASTSPRING MY FOCUS
Fund Objective
The Fund seeks to provide investors with capital appreciation in the medium to long-term with an
opportunity for income* if any.
Note: The Funds focus is on growth.
ANY MATERIAL CHANGES TO THE FUND OBJECTIVE WOULD REQUIRE UNIT HOLDERS APPROVAL.
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* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by following the investment approach below.
Value-oriented, bottom-up stock selection
The Manager of the Fund will employ a value-oriented investment style in security selection and
investments. This strategy emphasizes on bottom-up stock selection and invests in companies on
the basis of strong qualitative and quantitative factors.
Focused investment approach
The Fund targets to invest up to but not limited to 30 Malaysian stocks that are expected to
provide medium to long-term capital appreciation and income* potential. Notwithstanding
its focused approach, the number of securities in the Fund may vary according to market and
liquidity conditions, securities valuations, economic and corporate fundamentals and availability
of instruments.
Further, the Fund may minimise potential equity downside risk by allocating up to 30% of the
Funds NAV into Malaysian fixed income securities and money market instruments and Deposits.
The Manager may also employ derivatives and derivative-related instruments and products to
capitalise on the markets upside potential and/or hedge against stock price declines.
Unconstrained by Market Barometers
Pursuant to the Funds objective and strategy, the Manager is not constrained by market
benchmarks. In other words, the Manager is benchmark-aware but is not compelled to invest in
a stock that is a major constituent of a market barometer like the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI, if the
stock does not fulfill the Managers selection criteria.
This contrasts with relative-return fund managers whose aims are to outperform certain market
indicators such as stock market indices. The objective of a relative-return fund manager is to
outperform the index, regardless of the general markets direction.
For fixed income securities, should the credit rating be downgraded by the rating agencies, the
Manager may dispose the affected papers in the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
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* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Minimum 70%
Maximum 30%
Derivatives
Maximum 10%
Minimum 0.2%
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in equities and equity-related securities of
companies based in the local and Asia Pacific ex-Japan region with good capital growth potential.
The Fund will invest in foreign markets where the regulatory authority is a member of IOSCO.
The foreign markets where the Fund will invest in include but not limited to Australia, China,
Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Korea, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan
and Thailand. The Fund may also invest in other Asia Pacific ex-Japan markets not mentioned
above where the regulatory authority is a member of the IOSCO, the Manager will invest in such
markets upon providing the required notification to the SC.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
At least 80%
At least 1%
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Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Securities of Malaysian companies listed on the Bursa Malaysia;
2. Unlisted securities approved or exempt stock market declared by the Minister under the Act,
which are offered directly to the scheme;
3. Malaysian Government Securities, Treasury Bills, Bank Negara Malaysia Certificates and
Cagamas Notes/Bonds;
4. Private debt securities and bonds traded on Eligible Market and approved stock exchanges;
5. Bankers acceptances and other tradable money market instruments in the money market;
6. Placements of money at call and Deposits (Malaysian and Foreign Currency) placed with
financial institutions;
7. Futures contracts and options traded in the futures and options market of an exchange
approved under the Act for hedging purposes;
8. Units or shares in other collective investment schemes;
9. Securities in foreign markets, which markets are permitted by the SC subject to the limit as
may be prescribed by the relevant authorities from time to time; and
10. Any other form of investments as may be permitted by the relevant authorities from time
to time.
Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a portfolio of undervalued Shariahcompliant equities and equity-related securities with good growth potential.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
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* High returns are generally associated with high investment risks.
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Asset Allocation
Asset Class
Shariah-compliant equities and equity-related securities
Islamic Deposits or Islamic liquid assets
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in Shariah-compliant equities and
equity-related securities of undervalued companies with the potential for re-rating in the Asia
Pacific ex-Japan region. The Fund will invest in foreign markets where the regulatory authority is a
member of IOSCO. The Fund may invest in Shariah-compliant securities quoted on the recognised
Asia Pacific ex-Japan exchanges, include but not limited to Hong Kong, South Korea, India,
Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Australia, China (Shanghai and Shenzhen), Indonesia, Taiwan,
New Zealand and Philippines. The Fund will adopt a bottom up investment approach with no
benchmark constraint.
A company may be re-rated, for example, when it secures a large or substantial contract or a
likelihood of an expansion of price-earnings ratio. The Manager gathers such information on
corporate developments from various sources such as stock-broking houses and companies visit.
The Fund may also invest in the American Depository Receipts (ADRs) and Global Depository
Receipts (GDRs), China A shares and exchange traded derivatives (index and stock), subject to
the approval of the Shariah adviser.
For sukuk investment, should the credit rating be downgraded by the rating agencies, the
Manager may dispose the affected papers in the market.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
The Manager has obtained the necessary licenses prior to investing in Shariah-compliant securities
quoted on the recognised Asia Pacific ex-Japan exchanges, amongst others, Taiwan, India and
China (including China A shares).
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
At least 75%
Up to 25%
At least 0.2%
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in Shariah-compliant equities and
equity-related securities of companies based in the Greater China region which potentially offer
attractive long-term value. These include Shariah-compliant securities of Greater China-based
companies listed or to be listed on recognised exchanges of Peoples Republic of China, Hong
Kong and Taiwan, as well as other recognised exchanges such as in Malaysia, Singapore and the
United States of America where the regulatory authority is a member of the IOSCO. The Fund
may also invest in other foreign markets not mentioned above where the regulatory authority is
a member of the IOSCO, the Manager will invest in such markets upon providing the required
notification to the SC. The Fund will adopt a bottom up Shariah-compliant investment approach
with no benchmark constraint.
The Fund may minimise potential equity downside risk by investing the remainder of the Funds
NAV not invested in Shariah-compliant equities and equity-related securities into Islamic financial
instruments which include but not limited to sukuk and Islamic liquid assets.
Where applicable, the Fund shall invest in sukuk with a minimum credit rating of AA3/P2 by RAM,
or its equivalent rating by any other domestic or global rating agencies. Should the credit rating
of the sukuk be downgraded by the rating agencies to below the minimum credit rating, the
Manager may dispose the affected papers in the market.
The Manager may also employ Shariah-compliant derivatives and derivative-related instruments
(over-the-counter) such as Islamic products based on Arboon contracts, murabahah and
mudharabah contracts as well as Islamic structured products for efficient portfolio management
and to capitalise on the markets upside potential and/or hedge against stock price declines and
to allow the Fund to gain exposure to Shariah-compliant securities based in the Greater China
region in an efficient and cost effective manner. Net short positions and leverage are not allowed.
In relation to Islamic structured products, any credit ratings given to the issuer of the Islamic
structured product and the relevant financial institutions may be subject to suspension,
downgrade or withdrawal at any time. In the event any of the rating of the issuer of the Islamic
structured product falls below the levels required, the Manager shall take necessary actions within
3 months or more as the Manager deem necessary. If required the Manager will consult the
Trustee and Shariah adviser. Such actions may include requesting the issuer to unwind, buy-back
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or close the transaction at a fair value determined on methods or bases which have been verified
by the auditor of the Fund and approved by the Trustee. In taking such an action, capital losses
and/or expenses may be incurred by the Fund.
As for Shariah-compliant derivatives instruments, the Manager leverage on the synergy of
Eastspring Investments affiliates in the Asia region to employ risk management process to ensure
accurate and independent assessment of the value of the over-the-counter Shariah-compliant
derivatives and to ensure that the Funds risk exposure relating to Shariah-compliant derivative
instruments does not exceed the limits specified herein. The current value of the underlying
assets, counterparty risks, market movements and time necessary to liquidate the positions will be
taken into consideration.
The Fund is actively managed. However, the frequency of its trading strategy will depend on
market opportunities.
The Manager has obtained the necessary licenses prior to investing in Shariah-compliant securities
quoted on the recognised Greater China exchanges, amongst others, Peoples Republic of China
and Taiwan.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
At least 70%
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Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Shariah-compliant securities traded on Eligible Market and approved stock exchanges;
2. Unlisted Shariah-compliant securities approved or exempt stock market declared by the
Minister under the Act, which are offered directly to the scheme;
3. Shariah-compliant securities in approved foreign markets subject to the limit as may be
prescribed by the relevant authorities from time to time;
4. Sukuk;
5. Listed and unlisted units of shares in Shariah-compliant collective investment schemes;
6. Over-the-counter Shariah-compliant derivatives and Islamic structured product;
7. Islamic futures contracts and options traded in the futures and options market of an exchange
approved under the Act, as approved by the SACSC and/or Shariah adviser;
8. Islamic liquid assets;
9. Other tradable Islamic money market instruments; and
10. Any other form of Shariah-compliant investments as may be permitted by the relevant
authorities from time to time.
Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in the Eastspring Investments Indonesia
Equity Fund which is a Sub-fund of the Eastspring Investments, managed by Eastspring
Investments (Singapore) Limited.
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Asset Allocation
Asset Class
At least 95%
At least 0.2%
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in the Schroder International Selection Fund
Emerging Markets which is a Sub-fund of the Schroder International Selection Fund, managed by
Schroder Investment Management Limited in UK.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
At least 95%
At least 0.2%
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in the M&G Global Basics Fund which is a
Sub-fund of the M&G Investment Funds (1), managed by M&G Investment Management Limited.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
At least 95%
At least 1%
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Permitted Investments
Unless otherwise prohibited by the relevant authorities or any relevant law and provided always
that there are no inconsistencies with the objective of the Fund, the Fund may invest in the
following:
1. Units or shares in other collective investment schemes;
2. Liquid assets; and
3. Any other form of investments as may be permitted by the relevant authorities from time
to time.
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* Income will be reinvested into additional Units unless Unit Holder opts for the distribution to be paid out.
Kindly refer to page 61 for more information on the mode of distribution.
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Investment Strategy
The Fund seeks to achieve its objective by investing in the M&G Global Leaders Fund which is a
Sub-fund of the M&G Investment Funds (1), managed by M&G Investment Management Limited.
Asset Allocation
Asset Class
At least 95%
At least 1%
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(g) The Funds investments in debentures or sukuk must not exceed 20% of the securities or
Shariah-compliant securities issued by any single issuer;
(h) The Funds investments in money market instruments or Islamic money market instruments
must not exceed 20% of the instruments issued by any single issuer;
(i) There will be no restriction or limit for securities or Shariah-compliant securities issued or
guaranteed by the Malaysian government or Bank Negara Malaysia.
Eastspring Bond, Eastspring Institutional Income and Eastspring Dana Wafi
(a) The value of the Funds investments in unlisted securities or unlisted Shariah-compliant must
not exceed 10% of the Funds NAV. This limit does not apply to unlisted securities or unlisted
Shariah-compliant that are:
debentures or sukuk traded on an organised over-the-counter (OTC) market.
(b) The value of the Funds investments in debentures or sukuk issued by any single issuer must
not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV. It may be increased to 30%, if the debentures or sukuk
are rated by any domestic or global rating agency to be of the best quality and offer highest
safety for timely payment of interest and principal;
(c) The value of the Funds investments in debentures or sukuk issued by any one group of
companies must not exceed 30% of the Funds NAV;
(d) The value of the Funds placement in Deposits or Islamic Deposits with any single institution
must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(e) The Funds exposure from its derivatives or Shariah-compliant derivatives position should not
exceed the Funds NAV at all times;
(f) For investments in derivatives or Shariah-compliant derivatives, the exposure to the underlying
assets of that derivative or Shariah-compliant derivative must not exceed the investment
spread limits stipulated in the Guidelines;
(g) The aggregate value of the Funds investments in transferable securities or Shariah-compliant
transferable securities, money market instruments or Islamic money market instrument and
Deposits or Islamic Deposits issued by or placed with (as the case may be) any single issuer or
institution must not exceed 25% of the Funds NAV. Where the single issuer limit is increased
to 30% of the Funds NAV, pursuant to paragraph (b), the aggregate value of the Funds
investment must not exceed 30%;
(h) The value of the Funds investments in units or shares of any collective investment scheme or
Shariah-compliant collective investment scheme must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(i) The Funds investments in debentures or sukuk must not exceed 20% of the debentures or
sukuk issued by any single issuer;
(j) The Funds investments in money market instruments or Islamic money market instruments
must not exceed 10% of the instruments issued by any single issuer. This limit does not apply
to money market instruments or Islamic money market instruments that do not have a predetermined issue size;
(k) The Funds investments in collective investment schemes or Shariah-compliant collective
instrument schemes must not exceed 25% of the units or shares in any collective investment
scheme or Shariah-compliant collective investment scheme;
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(l) There will be no restriction or limits for securities or Shariah-compliant securities issued or
guaranteed by the Malaysian government or Bank Negara Malaysia.
Eastspring Bond Plus
(a) The value of the Funds investments in unlisted securities must not exceed 10% of the Funds
NAV. This limit does not apply to unlisted securities that are:
debentures traded on an organised over-the-counter (OTC) market.
(b) The value of the Funds investments in debentures issued by any single issuer must not exceed
20% of the Funds NAV. The single issuer limit may be increased to 30% of the NAV, if the
debentures are rated by any domestic or global rating agency to be of the best quality and
offer highest safety for timely payment of interest and principal.
(c) The value of the Funds investments in debentures issued by any one group of companies
must not exceed 30% of the Funds NAV;
(d) The value of the Funds placement in Deposits with any single institution must not exceed
20% of the Funds NAV;
(e) The Funds exposure from its derivatives position should not exceed the Funds NAV at all
times;
(f) For investments in derivatives, the exposure to the underlying assets of that derivative must
not exceed the investment spread limits stipulated in the Guidelines;
(g) The aggregate value of the Funds investments in transferable securities, money market
instruments and Deposits issued by or placed with (as the case may be) any single issuer or
institution must not exceed 25% of the Funds NAV. Where the single issuer limit is increased
to 30% of the Funds NAV, pursuant to paragraph (b), the aggregate value of the Funds
investment must not exceed 30%;
(h) The value of the Funds investments in units or shares of any collective investment scheme
must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(i) The Funds investments in debentures must not exceed 20% of the debentures issued by any
single issuer;
(j) The Funds investments in money market instruments must not exceed 10% of the
instruments issued by any single issuer. This limit shall not apply to money market instruments
that do not have a pre-determined issue size;
(k) The Funds investments in collective investment schemes must not exceed 25% of the units or
shares in any one collective investment scheme;
(l) There will be no restriction or limit for securities or instruments issued or guaranteed by the
Malaysian government or Bank Negara Malaysia;
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(n) There will be no restriction or limits for securities or Shariah-compliant securities issued or
guaranteed by the Malaysian government or Bank Negara Malaysia.
Eastspring Balanced & Eastspring Dynamic
(a) The value of the Funds investment in unlisted securities must not exceed 10% of the Funds
NAV. This limit does not apply to unlisted securities that are:
equities not listed or quoted on a stock exchange but have been approved by the relevant
regulatory authority for such listing and quotation, and are offered directly to the Fund by
the issuer; and
debentures traded on an organised over-the-counter (OTC) market.
(b) The value of the Funds investment in ordinary shares issued by any single issuer must not
exceed 10% of the Funds NAV;
(c) The value of the Funds investments in transferable securities and money market instruments
issued by any single issuer must not exceed 15% of the Funds NAV;
(d) The value of the Funds placement in Deposits with any single institution must not exceed
20% of the Funds NAV;
(e) The Funds exposure from its derivatives position should not exceed the Funds NAV at all
times;
(f) For investments in derivatives, the exposure to the underlying assets of that derivative must
not exceed the investment spread limits stipulated in the Guidelines;
(g) The aggregate value of the Funds investments in transferable securities, money market
instruments and Deposits issued by or placed with (as the case may be) any single issuer or
institution must not exceed 25% of the Funds NAV;
(h) The value of the Funds investments in units or shares of any collective investment scheme
must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(i) The value of the Funds investments in transferable securities and money market instruments
issued by any group of companies must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(j) The Funds investments in transferable securities (other than debentures) must not exceed
10% of the securities issued by any single issuer;
(k) The Funds investments in debentures must not exceed 20% of the debentures issued by any
single issuer;
(l) The Funds investments in money market instruments must not exceed 10% of the
instruments issued by any single issuer. This limit does not apply to money market instruments
that do not have a predetermined issue size;
(m) The Funds investments in collective investment schemes must not exceed 25% of the units or
shares in any collective investment scheme;
(n) There will be no restriction or limits for securities issued or guaranteed by the Malaysian
government or Bank Negara Malaysia.
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(c) The value of the Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities and Islamic
money market instruments issued by any single issuer must not exceed 15% of the Funds
NAV;
(d) The value of the Funds placement in Islamic Deposits with any single institution must not
exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(e) The Funds exposure from its Shariah-compliant derivatives position should not exceed the
Funds NAV at all times;
(f) For investments in Shariah-compliant derivatives, the exposure to the underlying assets of that
Shariah-compliant derivative must not exceed the investment spread limits stipulated in the
Guidelines;
(g) The aggregate value of the Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities
and Islamic money market instruments, Islamic Deposits issued or placed with (as the case
may be) any single issuer or institution must not exceed 25% of the Funds NAV;
(h) The value of the Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities and Islamic
money market instruments issued by any group of companies must not exceed 20% of the
Funds NAV;
(i) The Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities (other than sukuk) must
not exceed 10% of the Shariah-compliant securities issued by any single issuer;
(j) The Funds investments in sukuk must not exceed 20% of the sukuk issued by any single
issuer;
(k) The Funds investments in Islamic money market instruments must not exceed 10% of the
instruments issued by any single issuer. This limit does not apply to Islamic money market
instruments that do not have a predetermined issue size;
(l) There will be no restriction or limits for Shariah-compliant securities issued or guaranteed by
the Malaysian government or Bank Negara Malaysia.
Eastspring ASEAN al-Adiil
(a) The value of the Funds investments in unlisted Shariah-compliant securities must not exceed
10% of the Funds NAV. This limit does not apply to unlisted Shariah-compliant securities that
are:
Shariah-compliant equities not listed or quoted on a stock exchange but have been
approved by the relevant regulatory authority for such listing and quotation, and are
offered directly to the Fund by the issuer; and
Sukuk traded on an organised over-the-counter (OTC) market.
(b) The value of the Funds investments in Shariah-compliant ordinary shares issued by any single
issuer must not exceed 10% of the Funds NAV;
(c) The value of the Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities and Islamic
money market instruments issued by any single issuer must not exceed 15% of the Funds
NAV;
(d) The value of the Funds placement in Islamic Deposits with any single institution must not
exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
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(e) The aggregate value of the Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities,
Islamic money market instruments and Islamic Deposits issued by or placed with (as the case
may be) any single issuer or institution must not exceed 25% of the Funds NAV;
(f) The value of the Funds investments in units or shares of any Shariah-compliant collective
investment scheme must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(g) The value of the Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities and Islamic
money market instruments issued by any group of companies must not exceed 20% of the
Funds NAV;
(h) The Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities (other than sukuk) must
not exceed 10% of the Shariah-compliant securities issued by any single issuer;
(i) The Funds investments in sukuk must not exceed 20% of the sukuk issued by any single
issuer;
(j) The Funds investments in Islamic money market instruments must not exceed 10% of the
instruments issued by any single issuer. This limit does not apply to Islamic money market
instruments that do not have a predetermined issue size;
(k) The Funds investments in Shariah-compliant collective investment schemes must not exceed
25% of the units or shares in any Shariah-compliant collective investment scheme;
(l) There will be no restriction or limits for Shariah-compliant securities issued or guaranteed by
the Malaysian government or Bank Negara Malaysia.
Eastspring Small-cap, Eastspring Growth, Eastspring Asia Pacific Equity MY and
Eastspring Asia Pacific Shariah Equity
(a) The value of the Funds investments in unlisted securities or unlisted Shariah-compliant
securities must not exceed 10% of the Funds NAV. This limit does not apply to unlisted
securities or unlisted Shariah-compliant securities that are:
equities or Shariah-compliant equities not listed or quoted on a stock exchange but have
been approved by the relevant regulatory authority for such listing and quotation, and are
offered directly to the Fund by the issuer; and
debentures or sukuk traded on an organised over-the-counter (OTC) market.
(b) The value of the Funds investments in ordinary shares or Shariah-compliant ordinary shares
issued by any single issuer must not exceed 10% of the Funds NAV;
(c) The value of the Funds investments in transferable securities or transferable Shariahcompliant securities and money market instruments or Islamic money market instruments
issued by any single issuer must not exceed 15% of the Funds NAV;
(d) The value of the Funds placement in Deposits or Islamic Deposits with any single institution
must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(e) The Funds exposure from its derivatives or Shariah-compliant derivatives position should not
exceed the Funds NAV at all times;
(f) For investments in derivatives or Shariah-compliant derivatives, the exposure to the underlying
assets of that derivative or Shariah-compliant derivative must not exceed the investment
spread limits stipulated in the Guidelines;
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(g) The aggregate value of the Funds investments in transferable securities or transferable
Shariah-compliant securities, money market instruments or Islamic money market instruments
and Deposits or Islamic Deposits issued by or placed with (as the case may be) any single
issuer or institution must not exceed 25% of the Funds NAV;
(h) The value of the Funds investments in units or shares of any collective investment scheme or
Shariah-compiliant collective investment scheme must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(i) The value of the Funds investments in transferable securities or transferable Shariahcompliant securities and money market instruments or Islamic money market instruments
issued by any group of companies must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(j) The Funds investments in transferable securities or transferable Shariah-compliant securities
(other than debentures or sukuk) must not exceed 10% of the securities or Shariah-compliant
securities issued by any single issuer;
(k) The Funds investments in debentures or sukuk must not exceed 20% of the debentures or
sukuk issued by any single issuer;
(l) The Funds investments in money market instruments or Islamic money market instruments
must not exceed 10% of the instruments issued by any single issuer. This limit does not
apply to money market instruments or Islamic money market instruments that do not have a
predetermined issue size;
(m) The Funds investments in collective investment schemes or Shariah-compliant collective
schemes must not exceed 25% of the units or shares in any collective investment scheme or
Shariah-compliant collective schemes;
(n) There will be no restriction or limits for securities or Shariah-compliant securities issued or
guaranteed by the Malaysian government or Bank Negara Malaysia.
Eastspring Equity Income
(a) The value of the Funds investments in unlisted securities must not exceed 10% of the Funds
NAV. This limit does not apply to unlisted securities that are:
equities not listed or quoted on a stock exchange but have been approved by the relevant
regulatory authority for such listing and quotation, and are offered directly to the Fund by
the issuer; and
debentures traded on an organised over-the-counter (OTC) market.
(b) The value of the Funds investments in ordinary shares issued by any single issuer must not
exceed 10% of the Funds NAV;
(c) The value of the Funds investments in transferable securities and money market instruments
issued by any single issuer must not exceed 15% of the Funds NAV;
(d) The value of the Funds placement in Deposits with any single institution must not exceed
20% of the Funds NAV;
(e) The aggregate value of the Funds investments in transferable securities, money market
instruments and Deposits issued by or placed with (as the case may be) any single issuer or
institution must not exceed 25% of the Funds NAV;
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(f) The value of the Funds investments in transferable securities and money market instruments
issued by any group of companies must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(g) The Funds investments in transferable securities (other than debentures) must not exceed
10% of the securities issued by any single issuer;
(h) The Funds investments in debentures must not exceed 20% of the debentures issued by any
single issuer;
(i) The Funds investments in money market instruments must not exceed 10% of the
instruments issued by any single issuer. This limit does not apply to money market instruments
that do not have a predetermined issue size;
(j) There will be no restriction or limits for securities issued or guaranteed by the Malaysian
government or Bank Negara Malaysia.
Eastspring MY Focus
(a) The value of the Funds investments in unlisted securities must not exceed 10% of the Funds
NAV. This limit does not apply to unlisted securities that are:
equities not listed or quoted on a stock exchange but have been approved by the relevant
regulatory authority for such listing and quotation, and are offered directly to the Fund by
the issuer; and
debentures traded on an organised over-the-counter (OTC) market.
(b) The value of the Funds investments in ordinary shares issued by any single issuer must not
exceed 10% of the Funds NAV;
(c) The value of the Funds investments in transferable securities and money market instruments
issued by any single issuer must not exceed 15% of the Funds NAV;
(d) The Funds exposure from its derivatives position should not exceed the Funds NAV at all
times;
(e) For investments in derivatives, the exposure to the underlying assets of that derivative must
not exceed the investment spread limits stipulated in the Guidelines;
(f) The aggregate value of the Funds investments in transferable securities and money market
instruments issued by or placed with (as the case may be) any single issuer or institution must
not exceed 25% of the Funds NAV;
(g) The value of the Funds investments in units or shares of any collective investment scheme
must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(h) The value of the Funds investments in transferable securities and money market instruments
issued by any group of companies must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(i) The Funds investments in transferable securities (other than debentures) must not exceed
10% of the securities issued by any single issuer;
(j) The Funds investments in debentures must not exceed 20% of the debentures issued by any
single issuer;
(k) The Funds investments in money market instruments must not exceed 10% of the
instruments issued by any single issuer. This limit does not apply to money market instruments
that do not have a predetermined issue size;
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(l) The Funds investments in collective investment schemes must not exceed 25% of the units or
shares in any collective investment scheme;
(m) There will be no restriction or limits for securities issued or guaranteed by the Malaysian
government or Bank Negara Malaysia.
Eastspring Global Leaders MY, Eastspring Global Basics MY and Eastspring
Indonesia Equity MY
The Fund may not invest in:
(a) a fund of funds;
(b) a feeder fund; and
(c) any sub-fund of an umbrella scheme which is a fund-of-funds or a feeder fund.
Eastspring Global Emerging Markets
The Fund may not invest in:
(a) a fund of fund;
(b) a feeder fund; and
(c) any sub-fund of an umbrella scheme which is a fund-of-funds or a feeder fund.
The Funds net market exposure of the futures contracts position must not exceed the Funds NAV.
The participation of the Fund in futures contracts must be for hedging purposes only. In addition,
the futures contracts must be traded in or under the rules of an eligible market.
Eastspring Dana al-Ilham
(a) The value of the Funds investments in unlisted Shariah-compliant securities must not exceed
10% of the Funds NAV. This limit does not apply to unlisted Shariah-compliant securities that
are:
Shariah-compliant equities not listed or quoted on a stock exchange but have been
approved by the relevant regulatory authority for such listing and quotation, and are
offered directly to the Fund by the issuer; and
Sukuk traded on an organised over-the-counter (OTC) market.
(b) The value of the Funds investments in ordinary Shariah-compliant shares issued by any single
issuer must not exceed 10% of the Funds NAV;
(c) The value of the Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities and Islamic
money market instruments issued by any single issuer must not exceed 15% of the Funds
NAV;
(d) The value of the Funds placement in Islamic Deposits with any single institution must not
exceed 20% of the funds NAV;
(e) The Funds exposure from its Shariah-compliant derivatives position should not exceed the
Funds NAV at all times;
(f) For investments in Shariah-compliant derivatives, the exposure to the underlying assets of that
Shariah-compliant derivative must not exceed the investment spread limits stipulated in the
Guidelines;
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(g) The aggregate value of the Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities
and Islamic money market instruments, Islamic Deposits issued or placed with (as the case
may be) any single issuer or institution must not exceed 25% of the Funds NAV;
(h) The value of the Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities and Islamic
money market instruments issued by any group of companies must not exceed 20% of the
Funds NAV;
(i) The Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities (other than sukuk) must
not exceed 10% of the Shariah-compliant securities issued by any single issuer;
(j) The Funds investments in sukuk must not exceed 20% of the sukuk issued by any single
issuer;
(k) The Funds investments in Islamic money market instruments must not exceed 10% of the
instruments issued by any single issuer. This limit does not apply to Islamic money market
instruments that do not have a predetermined issue size;
(l) There will be no restriction or limits for Shariah-compliant securities or instruments issued or
guaranteed by the Malaysian government or Bank Negara Malaysia.
Eastspring Dinasti Equity
(a) The value of the Funds investments in unlisted Shariah-compliant securities must not exceed
10% of the Funds NAV. This limit does not apply to unlisted Shariah-compliant securities that
are:
Shariah-compliant equities not listed or quoted on a stock exchange but have been
approved by the relevant regulatory authority for such listing and quotation, and are
offered directly to the Fund by the issuer;
Sukuk traded on an organised over-the-counter (OTC) market; and
Islamic structured products.
(b) The value of the Funds investments in ordinary Shariah-compliant shares issued by any single
issuer must not exceed 10% of the Funds NAV;
(c) The value of the Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities and Islamic
money market instruments issued by any single issuer must not exceed 15% of the Funds
NAV;
(d) The value of the Funds placement in Islamic Deposits with any single institution must not
exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(e) The Funds exposure from its Shariah-compliant derivatives position should not exceed the
Funds NAV at all times;
(f) For investments in Shariah-compliant derivatives, the exposure to the underlying assets of that
Shariah-compliant derivative must not exceed the investment spread limits stipulated in the
Guidelines and the value of the Funds OTC Shariah-compliant derivative transaction with any
single counter-party must not exceed 10% of the Funds NAV;
(g) The value of the Funds investments in Islamic structured products issued by a single counterparty must not exceed 15% of the Funds NAV. This single counter-party limit may be exceed
if the counter-party has a minimum long-term rating that indicates very strong capacity for
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timely payment of financial obligations provided by any domestic or global rating agency and
the Islamic structured product has a capital protection feature;
(h) The aggregate value of the Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities,
Islamic money market instruments, Islamic Deposits, OTC Shariah-compliant derivatives and
Islamic structured products issued by or placed with (as the case may be) any single issuer or
institution must not exceed 25% of the Funds NAV;
(i) The value of the Funds investment in units or shares of any Shariah-compliant collective
investment scheme must not exceed 20% of the Funds NAV;
(j) The value of the Funds investment in transferable Shariah-compliant securities and Islamic
money market instruments issued by any group of companies must not exceed 20% of the
Funds NAV;
(k) The Funds investments in transferable Shariah-compliant securities (other than sukuk) must
not exceed 10% of the Shariah-compliant securities issued by any single issuer;
(l) The Funds investments in sukuk must not exceed 20% of the sukuk issued by any single
issuer;
(m) The Funds investments in Islamic money market instruments must not exceed 10% of the
instruments issued by any single issuer. This limit does not apply to Islamic money market
instruments that do not have a predetermined issue size;
(n) The Funds investments in Shariah-compliant collective investment schemes must not exceed
25% of the units or shares in any one Shariah-compliant collective investment scheme;
(o) There will be no restriction or limits for Shariah-compliant securities or instruments issued or
guaranteed by the Malaysian government or Bank Negara Malaysia.
The investment restrictions and limits mentioned herein must be complied with at all times based
on the most up-to-date value of the Funds investments. However, a 5% allowance in excess
of the restrictions or limits is permitted where the restrictions or limits is breached through an
appreciation or depreciation of the NAV (whether as a result of an appreciation or depreciation
of the investments or as a result of redemption of Units or payment made from the Fund).
The Manager will not make any further acquisitions to which the relevant restriction or limit is
breached, and the Manager will within a reasonable period of not more than three (3) months
from the date of the breach take all necessary steps and actions to rectify the breach.
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Qualitative Analysis
In this analysis, IBFIM will look into aspects of general public perception of the
companies images, core businesses which are considered important and maslahah
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(beneficial) to the Muslim ummah and the country, the non-permissible elements
are very small and involve matters like umum balwa (common plight and difficult to
avoid), uruf (custom) and rights of the non-Muslim community which are accepted
by the Shariah.
ii)
Quantitative Analysis
Companies which passed the above qualitative analysis will be further subject to
quantitative analysis. IBFIM deduces the following to ensure that they are lower than
the Shariah tolerable benchmarks:
a) Business Activity Benchmarks
The 5% benchmark would be applicable to the following business activities:
Conventional banking;
Conventional insurance;
Gambling;
Liquor and liquor-related activities;
Pork and pork-related activities;
Non-halal food and beverages;
Shariah non-compliant entertainment;
Interest income from conventional accounts and instruments;
Tobacco and tobacco-related activities; and
Other activities considered non-compliant according to Shariah.
The 20% benchmark would be applicable to the following activities:
Hotel and resort operations;
Share trading;
Stockbroking business;
Rental received from Shariah non-compliant activities; and
Other activities considered non-compliant according to Shariah.
The contribution of Shariah non-compliant acitivities to the overall revenue
or sales or turnover or income and profit before tax of the companies will be
calculated and compared against the relevant business activity benchmarks.
b) Financial Ratio Benchmarks
The financial rations applied are as follows:
Cash over Total Assets
Cash will only include cash placed in conventional accounts and instruments,
whereas cash placed in Islamic accounts and instruments will be excluded
from the calculation.
Debt over Total Assets
Debt will only include interest-bearing debt whereas Islamic debt or financing
or sukuk will be excluded from the calculation.
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Both ratios, which are intended to measure riba and riba-based elements within
a companies balance sheet, must be lower than 33%.
Should any of the above deductions fail to meet the benchmarks, IBFIM will not
accord Shariah-compliant status for the companies.
Sukuk and Islamic Money Market Instruments:
As for any sukuk and/or Islamic money market instruments, IBFIM will base on the data
available at Bond Info Hub (www.bondinfo.bnm.gov.my) and Fully Automated System For
Issuing/Tendering (https://fast.bnm.gov.my).
INVESTMENT IN FOREIGN MARKETS
Equity:
Core Business Activities Analysis
Companies whose activities are not contrary to the Shariah will be classified as Shariahcompliant securities. On the other hand, companies will be classified as Shariah noncompliant if they are involved in the following core business activities:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
Qualitative Analysis
In this analysis, IBFIM will look into aspects of general public perception of the
companies images, core businesses which are considered important and maslahah
(beneficial) to the Muslim ummah and the country, the non-permissible elements
are very small and involve matters like umum balwa (common plight and difficult to
avoid), uruf (custom) and rights of the non-Muslim community which are accepted
by the Shariah.
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ii)
Quantitative Analysis
Companies which passed the above qualitative analysis will be further subject to
quantitative analysis. IBFIM deduces the following to ensure that they are lower than
the Shariah tolerable benchmarks:
Contribution of interest income to the total income is lower than 5% of the total
income;
Total debt of the companies (including all interest-bearing loans or debentures
and their respective payables such as short term or long term debts, short term
or long term debentures and all debentures payables) is lower than 30% of the
total assets of the companies;
Total sum of companies cash and receivables is lower than 70% of its total
assets; and
Income generated from other prohibited components from Shariah perspective is
lower than 5% of the companies total income.
Should any of the above deductions fail to meet the benchmarks, IBFIM will not
accord Shariah-compliant status for the companies.
Foreign sukuk:
IBFIM will review the information memoranda or prospectuses of the sukuk, its structures,
utilisation of proceeds, Shariah contracts, Shariah pronouncements, etc.
2. Cleansing Process for the Funds
(a) Wrong Investment
This refers to Shariah non-compliant investment made by the fund manager. The said
investment will be disposed/withdrawn of with immediate effect. In the event of the
investment resulted in gain (through capital gain and/or dividend), the gain is to be
channelled to baitulmal or any other charitable bodies as advised by the Shariah adviser. If
the disposal of the investment results in losses to the Fund, the losses are to be borne by
the fund manager.
(b) Reclassification of Shariah Status of the Funds Investment
Reclassification of Shariah status refers to security which is reclassified as Shariah noncompliant by the SACSC, the Shariah adviser or the Shariah boards of the relevant Islamic
Indices. The said equity will be disposed soonest practical, once the total amount of
dividends is received and the market value held equals the original investment costs.
Any capital gains arising from the disposal of the Shariah non-compliant equity made
at the time of the announcement can be kept by the Fund. However, any excess capital
gains derived from the disposal after the announcement day at a market price that is
higher than the closing price on the announcement day is to be channelled to baitulmal
or any charitable bodies as advised by the Shariah adviser.
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then the listed securities or Shariah-compliant securities would be valued at fair value, as
determined in good faith by the Manager based on the methods or bases approved by the
Trustee after appropriate technical consultation.
Unlisted securities or Shariah-compliant securities
Investments in unlisted securities or Shariah-compliant securities will be valued at fair value as
determined in good faith by the Manager, on methods or bases which have been verified by
the auditor of the Fund and approved by the Trustee.
Unlisted collective investment schemes or Shariah-compliant collective investment schemes
Investments in unlisted collective investment schemes or Shariah-compliant collective
investment schemes will be valued based on the last published price per Unit.
Unlisted fixed income securities or Sukuk
Investments in unlisted fixed income securities or sukuk denominated in Ringgit Malaysia will
be valued on a daily basis using fair value prices quoted by a bond pricing agency registered
with the SC. An example of such agency is Bond Pricing Agency Malaysia Sdn Bhd. If the
Manager is of the view that the price quoted by the bond pricing agency differs from the
market price by more than twenty (20) basis points, the Manager may use the market price
provided that the Manager records the basis for not using the bond pricing agency price
and obtain the necessary internal approvals for not using the bond pricing agency price. The
Manager will keep the audit trail of all decisions and basis for adopting the market yield.
Foreign unlisted fixed income securities or sukuk will be valued daily based on fair value
by reference to the average indicative yield quoted by three independent and reputable
institutions. However, when the Manager is unable to obtain quotations from three
independent and reputable institutions due to circumstances where the independent dealers
or bankers are not able to provide daily quotes for the foreign unlisted fixed income securities
or sukuk, the value shall be determined by reference to the value of such unlisted fixed
income securities or sukuk quoted by Reuters. Prior to the usage of Reuters, verification
from the auditors and approval from the Trustee shall be sought. An audit trail for the basis
of adopting Reuters and the approval given for such adoption shall be maintained by the
Manager.
Money markets instruments or Islamic money market instruments
Money market instruments or Islamic money market instruments such as commercial papers
or Islamic commercial papers shall be valued at original purchase yields on a daily basis. The
original purchase yields refer to the original price at the point of purchase and adjusted for
amortisation of premiums or accretion of discounts, and negotiable instruments or Islamic
negotiable instrument of Deposits are valued based on the yield provided by the bank or the
financial institution that issues the investments.
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POLICY ON GEARING
The Fund is not permitted to borrow cash or other assets (including the borrowing of securities
within the meaning of the Guidelines on Securities Borrowing and Lending) in connection with its
activities. However the Fund may borrow cash for the purpose of meeting redemption requests
for Units and for short-term bridging requirement. Such borrowings are subject to the following:
the Funds borrowing is only on a temporary basis and that borrowings are not persistent;
the borrowing period should not exceed a month;
the aggregate borrowings of the Funds should not exceed 10% of the Funds NAV at the time
the borrowing is incurred; and
the Fund may only borrow from financial institutions.
Shariah-compliant Fund must seek Islamic financing for the above requirements.
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INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
Eastspring Investments Dragon Peacock Fund
The Target Fund aims to maximise long-term total returns by investing primarily in equity and
equity-related instruments of corporations, which are incorporated in, or listed in, or operating
principally from, or carrying on significant business in, or derive substantial revenue from, or
whose subsidiaries, related or associated corporations derive substantial revenue from the Peoples
Republic of China (PRC) and the Republic of India (India).
The investments of the Target Fund include, but are not limited to, listed securities in the
recognised markets, depository receipts including ADRs and GDRs, debt securities convertible into
common shares, preference shares and warrants.
Eastspring Investments Indonesia Equity Fund
The Target Fund aims to maximise long-term total returns by investing primarily in equity and
equity-related securities of companies, which are incorporated, listed in or have their area of
primary activity, in Indonesia. The Target Fund may also invest in depositary receipts including
ADRs and GDRs, debt securities convertible into common shares, preference shares, and warrants.
INVESTMENT STRATEGY
Eastspring Investments Dragon Peacock Fund
The first part of the process is idea generation. This is a systematic starting point where the
Manager uses proprietary screens across a wide investment universe of over 250 Chinese and
210 Indian companies applying consistent anchors around valuation. This allows the Manager
to be equipped to rapidly identify valuation outliers which may become investment candidates.
The next stage is the fundamental analysis of these outliers. This fundamental analysis drives the
Managers investment approach and the Manager employs a strong discipline around a single
valuation framework. The Manager insists on challenge and debate to test the assumptions and
help to achieve a level of conviction in the valuation. The next stage is portfolio construction. In
taking active risk the Manager considers the stock by stock relationships in the fund to ensure
sufficient diversification. The Manager establishes an explicit link between risk and return which
reinforces the Managers ability to take long-term positions without being forced to close
positions in response to excessive volatility. The last stage is review and control. This is a team
owned responsibility involving a formal peer review of all strategies which ensures the integrity of
the Managers process.
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PERMITTED INVESTMENTS
Eastspring Investments Dragon Peacock Fund
Eastspring Investments Indonesia Equity Fund
The permitted investments of the above two Target Funds are as follows:
1)
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(b)
(c)
(d)
recently issued transferable securities and money market instruments, provided that the
terms of issue include an undertaking that application will be made for admission to
official listing on a stock exchange or to another Regulated Market referred to under
paragraphs (a) to (c) above and that such admission is secured within one year of issue;
(e)
shares or units of UCITS authorised according to the UCITS Directive and/or other UCI
within the meaning of Article 1(2)(a) and (b) of the UCITS Directive, should they be
situated in a Member State or not, provided that:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)
v)
such other UCI are authorised under laws which provide that they are subject
to supervision considered by the CSSF to be equivalent to that laid down in
Community law, and that cooperation between authorities is sufficiently ensured;
the level of guaranteed protection for unitholders in such other UCI is equivalent
to that provided for unitholders in a UCITS, and in particular that the rules on asset
segregation, borrowing, lending, and uncovered sales of transferable securities
and money market instruments are equivalent to the requirements of the UCITS
Directive;
the business of the other UCI is reported in half-yearly and annual reports to
enable an assessment to be made of the assets and liabilities, income and
operations over the reporting period;
no more than 10% of the UCITS or the other UCI assets, whose acquisition is
contemplated, can be, according to its fund rules or instruments of incorporation,
invested in aggregate in units of other UCITS or other UCIs.
the Target Funds may not invest in units of other UCITS or UCIs for more than
10% of their assets, unless otherwise provided in respect of a particular Target
Fund in its investment policy.
(f)
deposits with credit institutions which are repayable on demand or have the right to
be withdrawn, and maturing in no more than twelve (12) months, provided that the
credit institution has its registered office in a non-Member State or, if the registered
office of the credit institution is situated in a Member State provided that it is subject to
prudential rules considered by the CSSF as equivalent to those laid down in Community
law;
(g)
ii)
iii)
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(h)
money market instruments other than those dealt in on a Regulated Market and
referred to in paragraphs (a) to (d) above, if the issue or issuer of such instruments is
itself regulated for the purpose of protecting investors and savings, and provided that
they are:
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)
2)
3)
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may invest up to 10% of the net assets of the Target Funds in transferable securities
and money market instruments other than those referred to in sub-section (1) above;
(b)
may acquire movable and immovable property which is essential for the direct pursuit of
the Target Funds business;
(c)
may not acquire either precious metals or certificates representing them; and
(d)
Furthermore, each Target Fund may also subscribe for, acquire and/or hold Shares issued or
to be issued by one or more other sub-funds of the SICAV, if:
(a)
the target Sub-fund does not, in turn, invest in the target fund invested in this target
Sub-fund; and
(b)
no more than 10% of the assets of the target Sub-funds whose acquisition is
contemplated may, pursuant to the Prospectus and the Articles of Incorporation, be
invested in Shares of other target Sub-funds; and
(c)
voting rights, if any, attaching to the relevant Shares are suspended for as long as they
are held by the Target Fund concerned; and
4)
(d)
in any event, for as long as these Shares are held by the relevant Target Fund, their
value will not be taken into consideration for the purposes of verifying the minimum
threshold of the net assets imposed by the 2010 Law; and
(e)
Lastly, the SICAV may also, to the widest extent permitted by the 2010 Law and all
applicable Luxembourg regulations:
(a)
(b)
(c)
Risk diversification
5)
In accordance with the principle of risk diversification, each Target Fund will invest no more
than 10% of its net assets in transferable securities or money market instruments issued by
the same body. Each Target Fund may not invest more than 20% of its assets in deposits
made with the same body.
6)
The risk exposure to a counterparty of each Target Fund in an OTC derivative transaction
may not exceed 10% of its assets when the counterparty is a credit institution referred to in
sub-section (1)(f) above, or 5% of its assets in any other case.
7)
Moreover, the total value of the transferable securities and money market instruments
held by the Target Funds in the issuing bodies in each of which it invests more than 5%
of its assets must not exceed 40% of the value of its assets. This limitation does not apply
to deposits and OTC derivative transactions made with financial institutions subject to
prudential supervision.
8)
Notwithstanding the limits laid down in sub-sections (5) and (6) above, the Target Funds may
not combine:
i)
ii)
iii)
9)
The aforementioned limit of 10% can be raised to a maximum of 25% for certain debt
securities if they are issued by credit institution whose registered office is situated in a
Member State and which is subject, by virtue of law, to particular public supervision for
the purpose of protecting the holders of such debt securities. In particular, the amounts
resulting from the issue of such debt securities must be invested, pursuant to the law
in assets which sufficiently cover, during the whole period of validity of such debt
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securities, the liabilities arising there from and which are assigned to the preferential
repayment of capital and accrued interest in the case of default by the issue. If the
Target Fund invests more than 5% of its net assets in such debt securities as referred
to above and issued by the same issuer, the total value of such investments may not
exceed 80% of the value of the Target Funds net assets.
(b)
The aforementioned limit of 10% can be raised to a maximum of 35% for transferable
securities or money market instruments issued or guaranteed by a Member State, by its
local authorities, by another Eligible or by public international bodies of which one or
more Member States are members.
(c)
The transferable securities and money market instruments referred to in exceptions (a)
and (b) are not included in the calculation of the limit of 40% laid down in sub-section
(7) above.
(d)
The limits stated under sub-sections (5) to (8) and (9)(a) and (b) above, may not be
combined and, accordingly, investments in transferable securities or money market
instruments issued by the same body or in deposits or derivatives instruments made
with this body in accordance with sub-sections (5) to(8) and (9)(a) and (b) above, may
not, in any event, exceed a total of 35% of the Target Funds net assets.
(e)
Companies which are included in the same group for the purposes of consolidated
accounts, as defined in accordance with Directive 83/349/EEC or in accordance with
recognised international accounting rules are regarded as a single body for the purpose
of calculating the limits contained in sub-sections (5) to (9).
(f)
Each Target Fund may invest in aggregate up to 20% of its assets in transferable
securities and money market instruments with the same group.
(g)
Without prejudice to the limits laid down in paragraph 14 below, the limit of 10% laid
down in paragraph 5 to 9 is raised to a maximum of 20% for investment in equity and
or debt securities issued by the same body when the aim of the investment policy of the
SICAV is to replicate the composition of a certain equity or debt securities index which is
recognised by the CSSF, on the following basis:
the composition of the index is sufficiently diversified;
the index represents an adequate benchmark for the market to which it refers; and
it is published in an appropriate manner.
This limit is 35% where that proves to be justified by exceptional market conditions in
particular in Regulated Markets where certain transferable securities or money market
instruments are highly dominant. The investment up to this limit is only permitted for a
single issuer.
10) When a transferable security or money market instrument embeds a derivative, the latter
must be taken into account when complying with the requirements of the above-mentioned
restrictions.
11) Each Target Fund is authorised to invest in accordance with the principle of risk spreading
up to 100% of its assets in different transferable securities and money market instruments
issued or guaranteed by a Member State, its local authorities, an OECD member country, a
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G-20 member country, or public international bodies of which one or more Member State(s)
are members, provided that in such event the Target Fund must hold securities from at least
six different issues, but securities from any one issue may not account for more than 30% of
the total amount.
12) Each Target Fund has 6 months from its date of authorization to achieve compliance with
sub-sections (5) to (11) and (13).
13) (a)
Each Target Fund may acquire shares or units of UCITS and/or other UCI referred to in
sub- section (1)(e). However, when a Target Fund invests in units of UCITS or other UCIs
for more than 10% of its assets according to sub-section (1)(e)(v), no more than 20%
of its assets can be invested in a single UCITS or other UCI.
For the purposes of applying this investment limit, each Target Fund of a UCI with
multiple Sub-funds, within the meaning of Article 181 of the 2010 Law, shall
be considered as a separate entity, provided that the principle of segregation of
commitments of the different Sub-funds is ensured in relation to third parties.
Investments made in shares or units of UCI other than UCITS may not exceed, in
aggregate, 30% of the assets of the relevant Target Fund.
When the Target Fund has acquired shares or units of UCITS and/or other UCIs, the
assets of the respective UCITS or other UCI do not have to be combined in the view of
the limits laid down in sub-sections (5) to (9) (a) to (f).
(b)
When the Target Fund invests in the shares or units of other UCITS and/or other UCIs
that are managed, directly or by delegation, by the same management company or
by any other company to which the management company is linked by common
management or control or by a substantial direct or indirect holding, that management
company or other company may not charge any management fee nor any subscription
or redemption fees on account of the UCITS investment in the units of other UCITS
and/or other UCI.
14) The SICAV will not acquire any shares carrying voting rights which would enable it to
exercise significant influence over the management of an issuing body.
15) The SICAV may not acquire more than:
10% of non-voting shares of the same issuer,
10% of the debt securities issued by the same issuer,
25% of the units of the same UCITS and/or other UCI or
10% of the money market instruments of the same issuer.
The limits laid down in the second, third and fourth indents may be disregarded at the time of
acquisition if at that time the gross amount of debt securities or money market instruments,
or the net amount of the securities in issue, cannot be calculated.
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16) The limits of sub-sections (14) and (15) above are waived as to:
(a)
(b)
transferable securities and money market instruments issued or guaranteed by a nonMember State;
(c)
(d)
(e)
shares held by the Target Funds in the capital of one or more subsidiary companies
carrying on only the business of management, advice or marketing in the country/state
where the subsidiary is located, in regard to the repurchase of units at shareholders
request exclusively on its or their behalf.
17) Any Target Fund may not borrow more than 10% of its total net assets, and then only from
financial institutions and on a temporary basis. Each Target Fund may, however, acquire
foreign currency by means of a back to back loan. Each Target Fund will not purchase
securities while borrowings are outstanding in relation to it, except to fulfil prior commitments
and/or exercise subscription rights. However, each Target Fund can borrow up to 10% of its
net assets to make possible the acquisition of immovable property essential for the direct
pursuit of its business. In this case, these borrowings and those referred to above (temporary
borrowings) may not in any case in total exceed 15% of the Target Funds net assets.
18) The SICAV may not grant credits or act as guarantor for third parties. This limitation does not
prevent the SICAV to purchase securities that are not fully paid up, nor to lend securities as
further described thereunder. This limitation does not apply to margin payments on option
deals and other similar transactions made in conformity with established market practices.
19) Each Target Fund will not purchase any securities on margin (except that the Target Fund
may obtain such short-term credit as may be necessary for the clearance of purchases and
sales of securities) or make short sales of securities or maintain a short position. Deposits
on other accounts in connection with options, forward or financial futures contracts, are,
however, permitted within the limits provided for here below.
20) The board of directors is authorised to introduce further investment restrictions at any time
in the interests of the Shareholders, provided these are necessary to ensure compliance with
the laws and regulations of those countries in which the SICAVs Shares are offered and sold.
In this event, the prospectus will be updated accordingly.
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21) If any of the above limitations are exceeded for reasons beyond the control of the SICAV
and/or each Target Fund or as a result of the exercise of subscription rights attaching to
transferable securities or money market instruments, the SICAV and/or each Target Fund
must adopt, as a priority objective, sales transactions for the remedying of that situation,
taking due account of the interests of its Shareholders.
(22) For a Target Fund registered with the Taiwan Securities and Future Commission, the
following investment restrictions for derivative (as may be amended from time to time) shall
apply:
(a) The global risk exposure of netted derivatives open position that the Target Funds holds
for purpose of increasing investment yield shall not be over 40% of the NAV of the
Target Funds;
(b) The total contract value of the derivatives short position that the Target Funds holds for
hedging purposes shall not exceed the total markets value of the hedged assets.
Risk Warning
(23) The SICAV must not neglect the following risks/terms that are linked to the investment in
units of other open-ended and closed-ended UCI:
(a) If the investment is done in another open-ended or closed-ended UCI which is not
subject to any permanent control for the protection of the investors, required by
2010 Law and carried out by a supervisory authority in its home country, there is less
protection against possible losses.
(b) Due to possible legal, contractual or juridical constraints, the possibility exists that the
investments in other open-ended and closed-ended UCI may only be sold with difficulty.
(c) In relation to the investment in other open-ended and closed-ended UCI which are not
linked to the SICAV in the manner described under sub-section (13)(b) above, the SICAV
must bear the usual commissions relating to the units of these UCI.
RISK MANAGEMENT
Efficient Portfolio Management
The SICAV may use financial derivative instruments as set forth in Appendix 4, sub section (1)
(g), extensively for hedging and efficient portfolio management purposes. Notwithstanding the
above, financial derivative instruments will not be used for investment purposes (i.e. entering into
financial derivatives instruments to achieve the investment objectives). Should the management
company, on behalf of the SICAV decide to enter into derivative transactions for other purposes
than hedging and/or efficient portfolio management, the investment policy of the relevant SubFund(s) will be amended accordingly.
The management company, on behalf of the SICAV may, for each Target Fund, for the purpose
of efficient portfolio management of the assets of the respective Target Fund and/or to protect its
assets and commitments, employ certain techniques and instruments as set in appendix 5.
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Efficient portfolio management transactions may not include speculative transactions. These
transactions must be economically appropriate (this implies that they are realised in a costeffective way) and be entered into for one or more of the following specific aims:
the reduction of risks;
the reduction of cost; or
the generation of additional capital gain or income for the fund with an appropriate level
of risk, taking into account its risk profile and the risk diversification rules laid down in the
investment restrictions.
In addition to the above, the management company, on behalf of the SICAV may, for each Target
Fund, use derivatives to facilitate more complex efficient portfolio management techniques. In
particular this may involve:
using swap contracts to adjust interest rate risk;
using currency derivatives to buy or sell currency risk;
writing covered call options to generate additional income;
using credit default swaps to buy or sell credit risk; and
using volatility derivatives to adjust volatility risk
The relating risks of these transactions must be adequately captured by the risk management
process.
The management company, on behalf of the SICAV must ensure that the overall risk associated
with derivatives does not exceed the net assets of the relevant Target Fund. The following are
taken into account in computing risk: the market value of the underlying instruments, the risk of
default, future foreseeable market developments and the period within which the positions are to
be liquidated. This also applies to the following two points:
In the case of investments in derivatives, the overall exposure for the underlying instruments
may not exceed the investment limits set forth in the investment restrictions. Investments in
index-based derivatives need not be taken into account in the case of the investment limits
set forth in the investment restrictions.
If a derivative has a security or money market instrument as the underlying, it has to be
taken into account with regard to compliance with the rules set forth under the investment
restrictions.
In no case whatsoever must recourse to transactions involving derivatives or other financial
techniques and instruments cause the management company, on behalf of the SICAV to depart
from the investment objectives set out in the prospectus or add substantial supplementary risks in
comparison to the SICAVs general risk policy (as described in the prospectus).
In addition, the financial derivative instruments used for efficient portfolio management purposes
must comply with the provisions contained in the investment restrictions.
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FUND PERFORMANCE
Eastspring Investments Dragon Peacock Fund
Performance as at 31 December 2013 (%)
1 year
3 years
5 years
Since Launch
The Fund
(Launch date: 17 Oct 2005)
(0.97)
(3.81)
14.84
12.37
Benchmark:
50% MSCI China + 50% MSCI India
0.59
(3.15)
13.62
12.30
3 years
5 years
Since Launch
The Fund
(Launch date: 26 May 2011)
(21.71)
(9.60)
Benchmark:
Jakarta Composite Index USD
(20.06)
(6.54)
Note:
All sales charge levied by Eastspring Investments - Dragon Peacock Fund on any investments
made by Eastspring Investments Asia Select Income Fund into Eastspring Investments - Dragon
Peacock Fund shall be waived.
All sales charge levied by Eastspring Investments Indonesia Equity Fund on any investments made
by Eastspring Investments Indonesia Equity MY Fund into Eastspring Investments - Indonesia
Equity Fund shall be waived.
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Note: As all the funds will be invested into Class D shares, no annual management fee will be
charged on the Target Fund level.
Up to 0.09% p.a.
Custodian fee
Up to 0.02% p.a.
Up to 0.01% p.a.
Luxembourg tax
Up to 0.01% p.a.
Up to 0.12% p.a.
Up to 0.02% p.a.
Up to 0.01% p.a.
Luxembourg tax
Up to 0.01% p.a.
Operating expenses, including without limitation the costs of buying and sellling securities,
governmental charges, legal and auditing fees, interest, printing, reporting and publication
expenses, paying agency fees, postage and telephone.
Investors should note the above higher fees arising from the layered investment
structure of these Target Funds.
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INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
M&G Global Leaders Fund
The M&G Global Leaders Fund seeks to maximise long term total returns (the combination of
income and growth of capital). The fund invests in a wide range of global equities issued by
companies that the fund manager considers to be, or have the potential to be, leading in their
field in terms of improving shareholder value.
M&G Global Basics Fund
The M&G Global Basics Fund is a global equity fund which invests wholly or mainly in companies
operating in basic industries (primary and secondary industries) and also in companies that
service these industries. The fund may also invest in other global equities. The sole aim of the
fund is long-term capital growth.
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INVESTMENT STRATEGY
M&G Global Leaders Fund
The M&G Global Leaders Fund is a distinctive global equity fund with a clear investment strategy.
The fund manager selects stocks from across the global equities universe that is undergoing
positive internal change leading to improvements in return on capital.
The approach has three core tenets: i) management can make a big difference to returns; ii)
capital allocation is key - companies must concentrate resources on those business activities where
they have a competitive advantage and can create value; iii) the above factors are only attractive
from an investment perspective if they must not yet be reflected in the share price.
Stocks are selected on a bottom-up basis; the fund manager tends to avoid imposing top-down
views on sector, country or currency selections, but will take into account macroeconomic factors
where they impact on a particular stock or the risk profile of the broader portfolio. The fund
usually holds between 50 and 80 stocks, with a typical holding period of three to five years.
M&G Global Basics Fund
The M&G Global Basics Fund invests in companies considered to be the building blocks of the
worlds economy. A key aspect to the stock selection process involves the assessment of structural
trends in the global economy and the identification of those companies that are positioned to
benefit.
This approach is illustrated by the M&G Global Basics curve of economic development concept,
which represents the changing needs of an economy at different stages of development. As the
structural shift in economic power towards emerging markets continues to build momentum,
the rising incomes and increasingly sophisticated demands of the consumer combine to create
an emerging middle class. As nations move up the curve, basic demands for food and shelter
are accompanied by increasing appetite for additional goods and services. The fund can gain
exposure to such themes by investing in high quality, well established companies that are able to
capitalise on such trends through their global operations.
Given the funds unconstrained mandate, the fund manager has the flexibility to move up
and down the curve of economic development, based on where he thinks valuation levels are
most attractive. This includes examining a companys asset base, competitive position, business
model, financial strength and management ability. Meeting company management is key to his
approach. The fund manager seeks management teams who are able to execute an intelligent
business strategy and whose interests are clearly aligned with those of the firms shareholders. The
fund manager employs a long-term investment horizon in order to capitalise on these themes
and is quite prepared to hold companies whose merits are not yet fully recognised by the market.
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The instrument of incorporation permits the ACD to utilise the investment and
borrowing powers permitted by a UCITS scheme which complies with Chapter 5 of
COLL. The ACD manages the Target Funds in accordance with the investment and
borrowing powers set out below.
1.2
The ACDs investment policy may mean that at times, where it is considered
appropriate, the property of the Target Fund will not be fully invested and that prudent
levels of liquidity will be maintained.
The ACD must ensure that, taking account of the investment objectives and policy of
the Target Funds, the scheme property of the Target Fund aims to provide a prudent
spread of risk.
Treatment of obligations
3.1
3.2
The scheme property of a Sub-fund must, subject to its investment objective and policy
and except where otherwise provided by COLL 5, consist solely of any or all of:
4.1.1 transferable securities;
4.1.2 approved money market instruments;
4.1.3 units in collective investment schemes;
4.1.4 derivatives and forward transactions;
4.1.5 deposits; and
4.1.6 movable and immovable property that is necessary for the direct pursuit of the
Companys business; in accordance with the rules in COLL 5.2.
4.2
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The requirements on spread do not apply until the expiry of a period of six months
after the date of effect of the authorization order in respect of the Target Funds (or on
which the initial offer commenced if later) provided that the requirement to maintain
prudent spread of risk is complied with.
4.3 It is not intended that any Target Fund will have an interest in any immovable property
or tangible movable property.
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Transferable Securities
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
A Target Fund may invest in a transferable security only to the extent that the
transferable security fulfils the following criteria:
6.1.1 the potential loss which the Target Fund may incur with respect to holding the
transferable security is limited to the amount paid for it;
6.1.2 its liquidity does not compromise the ability of the ACD to comply with its
obligation to redeem units at the request of any qualifying Shareholder (see
COLL 6.2.16R(3));
6.1.3 reliable valuation is available for it as follows:
6.1.3.1
6.1.3.2
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6.1.4.2
Unless there is information available to the ACD that would lead to a different
determination, a transferable security which is admitted to or dealt in on an eligible
market shall be presumed:
6.2.1 not to compromise the ability of the ACD to comply with its obligation to
redeem shares at the request of any qualifying Shareholder; and
6.2.2 to be negotiable.
6.3
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A unit in a closed end fund shall be taken to be a transferable security for the purposes
of investment by a Target Fund, provided it fulfills the criteria for transferable securities
set out in paragraph 6 (investment in transferable securities), and either:
7.1.1 where the closed end fund is constituted as an investment company or a unit
trust:
7.1.1.1
7.1.1.2
7.1.2 where the closed end fund is constituted under the law of contract:
7.1.2.2
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7.1.2.1
A Target Fund may invest in any other investment which shall be taken to be a
transferable security for the purposes of investment by a Target Fund provided the
investment:
8.1.1 fulfils the criteria for transferable securities set out in paragraph 6 (investment
in transferable securities) above; and
8.1.2 is backed by or linked to the performance of other assets, which may differ
from those in which a Target Fund can invest.
8.2
9.2
9.3
A money market instrument shall be regarded as liquid if it can be sold at limited cost
in an adequately short time frame, taking into account the obligation of the ACD to
redeem units at the request of any qualifying Shareholder (see COLL 6.2.16R(3).
9.4
9.5
A money market instrument that is normally dealt in on the money market and is
admitted to or dealt in on an eligible market shall be presumed to be liquid and have
a value which can be accurately determined at any time unless there is information
available to the ACD that would lead to a different determination.
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10.1.2
10.1.3
10.1.4
10.2 However, a Target Fund may invest no more than 10% of the scheme property in
transferable securities and approved money market instruments other than those
referred to in 10.1
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(b)
all reasonable steps have been taken by the ACD in deciding whether that
market is eligible.
11.5 In paragraph 11.4, a market must not be considered appropriate unless it is regulated,
operates regularly, is recognised as a market or exchange or as a self-regulatory
organisation by an overseas regulator, is open to the public, is adequately liquid and
has adequate arrangements for unimpeded transmission of income and capital to or
for the order of investors.
11.6 The eligible markets for each Sub-fund are set out in appendix 3.
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the issue or the issuer is regulated for the purpose of protecting investors and
savings; and
the instrument is issued or guaranteed in accordance with paragraph 13
(issuers and guarantors of money market instruments).
12.2 The issue or the issuer of a money market instrument, other than one dealt in on an
eligible market, shall be regarded as regulated for the purpose of protecting investors
and savings if:
12.2.1
12.2.2
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13.1.2
13.1.3
14
13.2.1
13.2.2
13.2.3
13.2.4
information on both the issue or the issuance programme, and the legal and
financial situation of the issuer prior to the issue of the instrument, verified by
appropriately qualified third parties not subject to instructions from the issuer;
14.1.2
14.1.3
14.2.2
14.2.3
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14.3.2
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Spread: general
15.1 This rule on spread does not apply to government and public securities.
15.2 For the purposes of this requirement companies included in the same group for the
purposes of consolidated accounts as defined in accordance with Directive 83/349/
EEC or in the same group in accordance with international accounting standards are
regarded as a single body.
15.3 Not more than 20% in value of the scheme property is to consist of deposits with a
single body.
15.4 Not more than 5% in value of the scheme property is to consist of transferable
securities issued by any single body.
15.5 The limit of 5% in paragraph 15.4 is raised to 10% in respect of up to 40% in value
of the scheme property. Covered bonds need not to be taken into account for the
purpose of applying the limit of 40%.
15.6 The limit of 5% in 15.4 is raised to 25% in value of the scheme property in respect of
covered bonds, provided that when a Target Fund invests more than 5% in covered
bonds issued by a single body, the total value of covered bonds held must not exceed
80% in value of the scheme property.
15.7 In applying paragraphs 15.4 and 15.5 certificates representing certain securities are
treated as equivalent to the underlying security.
15.8 The exposure to any one counterparty in an OTC derivative transaction must not
exceed 5% in value of the scheme property; this limit being raised to 10% where the
counterparty is an approved bank.
15.9 Not more than 20% in value of the scheme is to consist of transferable securities
and approved money market instruments issued by the same group (as referred to in
paragraph 15.2).
15.10 Subject to paragraph 23 (Concentration) in applying the limits in paragraphs 15.4,
15.5, 15.7 and 15.9, and subject to 15.6, not more than 20% in value of the scheme
property is to consist of any combination of two or more of the following:
15.10.1 transferable securities (including covered bonds) or approved money market
instruments issued by; or
15.10.2 deposits made with; or
15.10.3 exposures from OTC derivatives transactions made with; a single body.
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the ACD has before any such investment is made consulted with the
depositary and as a result considers that the issuer of such securities is one
which is appropriate in accordance with the investment objectives of the
authorised fund;
17.3.2
no more than 30% in value of the scheme property consists of such securities
of any one issue;
17.3.3
the scheme property includes such securities issued by that or another issuer,
of at least six different issues;
17.3.4
17.4 The rules in paragraph 17.3 apply to the Target Fund only where that Target Funds
investment objective and policy specifically states more than 35% of the scheme
property of that Target Fund is or may be invested in certain securities (which are listed
in the investment objective and policy).
17.5 In relation to such securities:
17.5.1
issue, issued and issuer include guarantee, guaranteed and guarantor; and
17.5.2
17.6 Notwithstanding paragraph 16.1 above, and subject to paragraphs 17.2 and 17.3, in
applying the 20% limit in 15.10 with respect to a single body, government and public
securities issued by that body shall be taken into account.
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UCITS schemes; or
18.1.2
18.2 Subject to the rules in COLL 5.2.16R and the value stated in 18.1 above, investments
in collective investment schemes may be in schemes which are managed or operated
by (or, in the case of companies incorporated under the OEIC Regulations, have as their
authorised corporate director) the ACD or an associate of the ACD.
18.3 A Traget Fund may invest in or dispose of shares in another Sub-fund of the company
(the second Sub-fund) provided that the second Sub-fund does not hold shares in any
other Sub-fund in the Company.
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Risk Management
20.1 The ACD must use a risk management process, enabling it to monitor and measure at
any time the risk of a Target Funds positions and their contribution to the overall risk
portfolio of the Target Fund.
20.2 The following details of the risk management process must be regularly notified by the
ACD to the FCA and at least on an annual basis:
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20.2.1
a true and fair view of the types of derivatives and forward transactions to
be used within a Target Fund together with their underlying risks and any
relevant quantitative limits; and
20.2.2
Investment in deposits
The Company may invest in deposits only with an Approved Bank and which are repayable
on demand or have the right to be withdrawn, and maturing in no more than 12 months.
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Significant influence
22.1 The Company must not acquire transferable securities issued by a body corporate
and carrying rights to vote (whether or not on substantially all matters) at a general
meeting of that body corporate if:
22.2 immediately before the acquisition, the aggregate of any such securities held by the
Target Fund gives the Target Fund power significantly to influence the conduct of
business of that body corporate; or
22.3 the acquisition gives the Company that power.
22.4 For the purpose of paragraph 22.3, the Company is to be taken to have power
significantly to influence the conduct of business of a body corporate if it can, because
of the transferable securities held by it, exercise or control the exercise of 20% or
more of the voting rights in that body corporate (disregarding for this purpose any
temporary suspension of voting rights in respect of the transferable securities of that
body corporate).
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Concentration
The company:
23.1 must not acquire transferable securities (other than debt securities) which:
23.1.1
do not carry a right to vote on any matter at a general meeting of the body
corporate that issued them; and
23.1.2
represent more than 10% of those securities issued by that body corporate;
23.2 must not acquire more than 10% of the debt securities issued by any single body;
23.3 must not acquire more than 25% of the units in a collective investment scheme;
23.4 must not acquire more than 10% of the approved money market instruments issued
by any single body; and
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23.5 need not comply with the limits in paragraphs 23.2 to 23.4 if, at the time of
acquisition, the net amount in issue of the relevant investment cannot be calculated.
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have the underlying consisting of any or all of the following to which the
scheme is dedicated:
24.2.1.1 transferable securities permitted under paragraph 10 (Transferable
securities and money market instruments generally to be admitted
or dealt in on an Eligible Market);
24.2.1.2 approved money market instruments permitted under paragraph
10 (Transferable securities and money market instruments generally
to be admitted or dealt in on an Eligible Market) above;
24.2.1.3 deposits permitted under paragraph 21 (investment in deposits) ;
24.2.1.4 derivatives permitted under this rule;
24.2.1.5 collective investment scheme units permitted under paragraph 19
(investment collective investment schemes) above;
24.2.1.6 financial indices which satisfy the criteria set out at COLL 5.2.20AR
(financial indices underlying derivatives);
24.2.1.7 interest rates;
24.2.1.8 foreign exchange rates; and
24.2.1.9 currencies; and
24.2.2
24.2.3
the exposure to the underlying assets must not exceed the limits set out in
paragraphs 15 and 17.
24.3 Permitted EPM transactions (excluding stock lending arrangements) are transactions in
derivatives (i.e. options, futures or contracts for differences) dealt in or traded on an
approved derivatives market; off exchange futures, options or contracts for differences
resembling options; or synthetic futures in certain circumstances. The company may
enter into approved derivatives transactions on derivatives markets which are eligible.
Eligible derivatives markets are those which the ACD after consultation with the
depositary has decided are appropriate for the purpose of investment of or dealing in
the scheme property with regard to the relevant criteria set out in the Regulations and
the Guidance on eligible markets issued by the FCA as amended from time to time.
24.4 The eligible derivatives markets for the company are set out in appendix 3.
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24.5 New eligible derivatives markets may be added to a sub-fund in accordance with the
Regulations and only after the ACD has revised the prospectus accordingly.
24.6 Any forward transactions must be with an approved counterparty (eligible institutions,
money market institutions etc). A derivative or forward transaction which would or
could lead to delivery of scheme property to the depositary in respect of the company
may be entered into only if such scheme property can be held by the company, and the
ACD reasonably believes that delivery of the property pursuant to the transactions will
not lead to a breach of the Regulations.
24.7 There is no limit on the amount of the scheme property which may be used for EPM
but the transactions must satisfy three broadly based requirements:
24.7.1
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24.9.1
24.9.2
Reduction of cost allows for the use of futures or options contracts, either on
specific stocks or on an index, in order to minimise or eliminate the effect of
changing prices of stocks to be bought or sold.
24.9.3
The aims of reduction of risk or cost, together or separately, allow the ACD
on a temporary basis to use the technique of tactical asset allocation. Tactical
asset allocation permits the ACD to undertake a switch in exposure by use of
derivatives, rather than through sale and purchase of the scheme property.
If an EPM transaction for the company relates to the acquisition or potential
acquisition of transferable securities, the ACD must intend that the company
should invest in transferable securities within a reasonable time and the ACD
shall thereafter ensure that, unless the position has itself been closed out, that
intention is realised within that reasonable time.
24.9.4
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Stocklending
26.1 As an extension of EPM explained above, the company or the depositary at the request
of the company, may enter into certain repo contracts or stocklending arrangements
in respect of the company or a sub-fund. The company or the depositary delivers
securities which are the subject of the stocklending arrangement in return for an
agreement that securities of the same kind and amount should be redelivered to
the company or the depositary at a later date. The company or the depositary at the
time of delivery receives collateral to cover the risk of the future redelivery not being
completed. There is no limit on the value of the property of the company which may
be the subject of stocklending arrangements.
26.2 Repo contracts and stocklending arrangements must be an arrangement of the
kind described in Section 263B of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992. The
arrangements must also comply with the requirements of the Regulations.
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29.1.2
the market risk of the scheme property of a sub-fund, by way of the value at
risk approach.
29.2 The ACD must ensure that the method selected above is appropriate, taking into
account:
29.2.1
29.2.2
the types and complexities of the derivatives and forward transactions used;
and
29.2.3
29.3 Where a sub-fund employs techniques and instruments including repo contracts or
stock lending transactions in accordance with paragraph 26 (Stock lending) in order
to generate additional leverage or exposure to market risk, the ACD must take those
transactions into consideration when calculating global exposure.
29.4 For the purposes of paragraph 29.1, value at risk means a measure of the maximum
expected loss at a given confidence level over the specific time period.
30
Commitment approach
30.1 Where the ACD uses the commitment approach for the calculation of global exposure,
it must:
30.1.1
ensure that it applies this approach to all derivative and forward transactions;
and
32.1.2
30.2 The ACD may apply other calculation methods which are equivalent to the standard
commitment approach.
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30.3 For the commitment approach, the ACD may take account of netting and hedging
arrangements when calculating global exposure of a sub-fund, where these
arrangements do not disregard obvious and material risks and result in a clear
reduction in risk exposure.
30.4 Where the use of derivatives or forward transactions does not generate incremental
exposure for the sub-fund, the underlying exposure need not be included in the
commitment calculation.
30.5 Where the commitment approach is used, temporary borrowing arrangements entered
into on behalf of the sub-fund in accordance with its general power to borrow need
not form part of the global exposure calculation.
31
Underwriting
31.1 Underwriting and sub-underwriting contracts and placings may also, subject to certain
conditions set out in the Regulations, be entered into for the account of the company
or sub-fund.
32
Borrowing Powers
32.1 The ACD may, on the instructions of the company and subject to the Regulations,
borrow money from an eligible institution or an approved bank for the use of the
company on the terms that the borrowing is to be repayable out of the scheme
property.
32.2 Borrowing must be on a temporary basis, not persistent and in any event must not
exceed three months without the prior consent of the depositary, which may be given
only on such conditions as appear appropriate to the depositary to ensure that the
borrowing does not cease to be on a temporary basis.
32.3 The ACD must ensure that borrowing does not, on any business day, exceed 10% of
the value of the scheme property.
32.4 These borrowing restrictions do not apply to back to back borrowing for currency
hedging purposes.
FUND PERFORMANCE
M&G Global Leaders Fund
Performance as at 31 December 2013 (%)
1 year
3 years
5 years
Since Launch
The Fund
(Launch date: 12 Jan 2001)
22.00
6.50
14.70
2.10
Benchmark:
MSCI World Index
18.10
9.30
15.70
2.20
Source: Morningstar.
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3 years
5 years
Since Launch
The Fund
(Launch date: 17 Nov 2000)
0.70
(2.10)
12.40
6.60
Benchmark:
FTSE Global Basics Composite Index
15.60
7.70
15.30
4.50
Source: Morningstar.
Note:
All sales charge levied by M&G Global Leaders Fund on any investments made by Eastspring
Investments Global Leaders MY Fund into M&G Global Leaders Fund shall be waived.
All sales charge levied by M&G Global Basics Fund on any investments made by Eastspring
Investments Global Basics MY Fund into M&G Global Basics Fund shall be waived.
Note: There will be no double charging of annual management fee. Annual management fee
paid to the Target Fund will be rebated back to the Fund in full.
Investors should note the above higher fees arising from the layered investment
structure of these Target Fund.
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INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
Schroder International Selection Fund Emerging Markets
The Target Fund aims to provide capital growth primarily through investment in equity and equityrelated securities of emerging markets companies.
INVESTMENT STRATEGY
Schroder has a balanced approach to investing in emerging markets. The fund manager uses a
mix of top-down analysis and bottom-up stock selection, looking to derive 50% of our added
value from country allocation and 50% from stock selection. The core investment process does
not target any particular style bias and aims to outperform in most market environments.
We believe that selecting the right countries to invest in within the emerging markets universe
is a key decision. We use a proprietary quantitative model to drive country allocation. The model
uses five groups of factors, which are scored to produce a ranking of countries across the global
emerging market universe. The output of the model is reviewed at the monthly strategy meeting
to determine if there are any reasons not to follow its recommendations. This judgmental overlay
is based on three groups of quantifiable factors (equity and crisis vulnerability scoresheets) and
other non-quantifiable factors (e.g. politics).
The fund manager does not believe quantitative tools can replace a good, well incentivised
analyst conducting fundamental research in generating successful stock ideas.
The primary universe consists of all stocks in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index, although the
fund manager also aims to find good investments from the wider emerging market universe. Of
the 824 stocks in the index, 294 are defined as core stocks* (this typically covers the top 75% of
capitalisation in each MSCI country index), which the analysts comprehensively model and grade
using proprietary tools and our Global Research Investment Database (GRiD). Stocks below the
75% cut-off and non-index stocks are defined as non-core. Analysts are incentivised to research
non-core stocks, but they will only be modelled and graded on an opportunistic basis, i.e. if
they are likely to be given the highest grade. As a further source of non-core ideas, a developed
market company screen has been established which is run quarterly for those companies listed in
developed markets which generate over 50% of their revenue from GEM. Results from the screen
are reviewed by the team and detailed analysis carried out on potential investment ideas. Strong
opportunities are presented at the monthly strategy meeting for inclusion in the portfolio on a
bottom up basis. The exposure to non-benchmark stocks is monitored as part of the risk control
process.
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* Data as at 31st December 2013
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(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
units of UCITS and/or of other UCI, whether situated in an EU member state or not,
provided that:
(i) such other UCIs have been authorised under laws which provide that they
are subject to supervision considered by the CSSF to be equivalent to that
laid down in EU Law, and that cooperation between authorities is sufficiently
ensured,
(ii) the level of protection for Shareholders in such other UCIs is equivalent to that
provided for Shareholders in a UCITS, and in particular that the rules on assets
segregation, borrowing, lending, and uncovered sales of transferable securities
and money market instruments are equivalent to the requirements of the UCITS
IV Directive,
(iii) the business of such other UCIs is reported in half-yearly and annual reports to
enable an assessment of the assets and liabilities, income and operations over
the reporting period,
(iv) no more than 10% of the assets of the UCITS or of the other UCIs, whose
acquisition is contemplated, can, according to their constitutional documents,
in aggregate be invested in units of other UCITS or other UCIs; and/or
(6)
deposits with credit institutions which are repayable on demand or have the right to
be withdrawn, and maturing in no more than 12 months, provided that the credit
institution has its registered office in a country which is an EU member state or, if
the registered office of the credit institution is situated in a non-EU member state,
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(8)
money market instruments other than those dealt in on a Regulated Market, if the
issue or the issuer of such instruments are themselves regulated for the purpose of
protecting investors and savings, and provided that such instruments are:
(i) issued or guaranteed by a central, regional or local authority or by a central
bank of an EU member state, the European Central Bank, the EU or the
European Investment Bank, a non-EU member state or, in case of a Federal
State, by one of the members making up the federation, or by a public
international body to which one or more EU member states belong, or
(ii) issued by an undertaking any securities of which are dealt in on Regulated
Markets, or
(iii) issued or guaranteed by an establishment subject to prudential supervision, in
accordance with criteria defined in EU Law, or
(iv) issued by other bodies belonging to categories approved by the CSSF provided
that investments in such instruments are subject to investor protection
equivalent to that laid down in the first, the second or the third indent and
provided that the issuer is a company whose capital and reserves amount to at
least EUR 10,000,000 and which presents and publishes its annual accounts
in accordance with the fourth Directive 78/660/EEC, is an entity which, within
a group of companies which includes one or several listed companies, is
dedicated to the financing of the group or is an entity which is dedicated to the
financing of securitisation vehicles which benefit from a banking liquidity line.
(9)
In addition, the Company may invest a maximum of 10% of the net asset value of
any fund in transferable securities or money market instruments other than those
referred to under A(1) to A(4) and A(8) above.1
(10) Under the conditions and within the limits laid down by the Law, the Company
may, to the widest extent permitted by the Luxembourg laws and regulations (i)
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Each fund may hold ancillary liquid assets. Liquid assets used to back-up financial
derivative exposure are not considered as ancillary liquid assets.
(C)
(1)
Each fund may invest no more than 10% of its net asset value in transferable
securities or money market instruments issued by the same issuing body (and in the
case of structured financial instruments embedding derivative instruments, both
the issuer of the structured financial instruments and the issuer of the underlying
securities). Each fund may not invest more than 20% of its net assets in deposits
made with the same body. The risk exposure to a counterparty of a fund in an OTC
derivative transaction may not exceed 10% of its net assets when the counterparty
is a credit institution referred to in paragraph 1(A)(6) above or 5% of its net assets
in other cases.
(2)
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(3)
The limit of 10% laid down in paragraph (C)(1) above shall be 35% in respect of
transferable securities or money market instruments which are issued or guaranteed
by an EU member state, its local authorities or by an Eligible State or by public
international bodies of which one or more EU member states are members.
(4)
The limit of 10% laid down in paragraph (C)(1) above shall be 25% in respect
of debt securities which are issued by highly rated credit institutions having their
registered office in an EU member state and which are subject by law to a special
public supervision for the purpose of protecting the holders of such debt securities,
provided that the amount resulting from the issue of such debt securities are
invested, pursuant to applicable provisions of the law, in assets which are sufficient
to cover the liabilities arising from such debt securities during the whole period of
validity thereof and which are assigned to the preferential repayment of capital and
accrued interest in the case of a default by such issuer.
If a fund invests more than 5% of its assets in the debt securities referred to in the
sub-paragraph above and issued by one issuer, the total value of such investments
may not exceed 80% of the value of the assets of such fund.
(5)
(6)
Without prejudice to the limits laid down in paragraph (D), the limits laid down
in this paragraph (C) shall be 20% for investments in shares and/or bonds issued
by the same body when the aim of a funds investment policy is to replicate the
composition of a certain stock or bond index which is recognised by the CSSF,
provided
-
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The limit laid down in the sub-paragraph above is raised to 35% where it proves
to be justified by exceptional market conditions in particular in Regulated Markets
where certain transferable securities or money market instruments are highly
dominant provided that investment up to 35% is only permitted for a single issuer.
(7)
Where any fund has invested in accordance with the principle of risk spreading
in transferable securities or money market instruments issued or guaranteed by
an EU member state, by its local authorities or by an Eligible State or by public
international bodies of which one or more EU member states are members, the
Company may invest 100% of the net asset value of any fund in such securities
provided that such fund must hold securities from at least six different issues and
the value of securities from any one issue must not account for more than 30% of
the net asset value of the fund.
Subject to having due regard to the principle of risk spreading, a fund need not
comply with the limits set out in this paragraph (C) for a period of 6 months
following the date of its launch.
(D)
(1)
The Company may not normally acquire shares carrying voting rights which would
enable the Company to exercise significant influence over the management of the
issuing body.
(2)
Each fund may acquire no more than (a) 10% of the non-voting shares of any
single issuing body, (b) 10% of the value of debt securities of any single issuing
body, (c) 10% of the money market instruments of the same issuing body, and/
or (d) 25% of the units of the same UCI. However, the limits laid down in (b), (c)
and (d) above may be disregarded at the time of acquisition if at that time the
gross amount of the debt securities or of the money market instruments or the net
amount of securities in issue cannot be calculated.
The limits set out in paragraph (D)(1) and (2) above shall not apply to:
(i) transferable securities and money market instruments issued or guaranteed by
an EU member state or its local authorities;
(ii) transferable securities and money market instruments issued or guaranteed by
any other Eligible State;
(iii) transferable securities and money market instruments issued by public
international bodies of which one or more EU member states are members; or
(iv) shares held in the capital of a company incorporated in a non-EU member
state which invests its assets mainly in the securities of issuing bodies having
their registered office in that state where, under the legislation of that state,
such holding represents the only way in which such funds assets may invest in
the securities of the issuing bodies of that state, provided, however, that such
company in its investment policy complies with the limits laid down in Articles
43, 46 and 48 (1) and (2) of the Law.
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(E)
No fund may invest more than 10% of its net assets in units of UCITS or other UCIs with
the exception of Funds Asian Diversified Growth, Global Conservative, Global Diversified
Growth, Japan DGF, Strategic Beta 10, Wealth Preservation EUR, Wealth Preservation
USD, the Multi-Manager Funds, and funds identified as Feeder UCITS as provided for
in the investment objective and policy in Appendix III. In addition, except for funds
identified as Feeder UCITS, the following limits shall apply:
If a fund is allowed to invest more than 10% of its net assets in units of UCITS and/or
UCIs, this fund may not invest more than 20% of its net assets in units of a single UCITS
or other UCI. Investments made in units of UCIs other than UCITS may not, in aggregate,
exceed 30% of the net assets of a sub-fund.
When a fund invests in the units of other UCITS and/or other UCIs linked to the
Company by common management or control, or by a direct or indirect holding of more
than 10% of the capital or the voting rights, or managed by a management company
linked to the Investment Manager, no subscription or redemption fees may be charged
to the Company on account of its investment in the units of such other UCITS and/or
UCIs. In respect of a funds investments in UCITS and other UCIs linked to the Company
as described in the preceding paragraph, there shall be no management fee charged to
that portion of the assets of the relevant fund. The Company will indicate in its annual
report the total management fees charged both to the relevant fund and to the UCITS
and other UCIs in which such fund has invested during the relevant period.
(F)
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(3)
The Company may acquire no more than 25% of the units of the same UCITS and/
or other UCI. This limit may be disregarded at the time of acquisition if at that time
the gross amount of the units in issue cannot be calculated. In case of a UCITS or
other UCI with multiple sub-funds, this restriction is applicable by reference to all
units issued by the UCITS/UCI concerned, all sub-funds combined.
(4)
The underlying investments held by the UCITS or other UCIs in which the Funds
invest do not have to be considered for the purpose of the investment restrictions
set forth under section 1(C) above.
A fund (the Investing Fund) may subscribe, acquire and/or hold securities to be issued
or issued by one or more funds (each, a Target Fund) without the Company being
subject to the requirements of the law of 10 August 1915 on commercial companies, as
amended, with respect to the subscription, acquisition and/or the holding by a company
of its own shares, under the condition however that:
(a)
the Target Fund(s) do(es) not, in turn, invest in the Investing Fund invested in this
(these) Target Fund(s); and
(b)
no more than 10% of the assets that the Target Fund(s) whose acquisition is
contemplated may be invested in units of other Target Funds; and
(c)
voting rights, if any, attaching to the Shares of the Target Fund(s) are suspended for
as long as they are held by the Investing fund concerned and without prejudice to
the appropriate processing in the accounts and the periodic reports; and
(d)
in any event, for as long as these securities are held by the Investing fund, their
value will not be taken into consideration for the calculation of the net assets of
the Company for the purposes of verifying the minimum threshold of the net assets
imposed by the Law; and
(e)
The Company will not purchase or sell real estate or any option, right or interest therein,
provided the Company may invest in securities secured by real estate or interests therein
or issued by companies which invest in real estate or interests therein.
(C) The Company may not carry out uncovered sales of transferable securities, money
market instruments or other financial instruments referred to in sections 1(A)(5), (7) and
(8).
(D)
The Company may not borrow for the account of any fund, other than amounts which
do not in aggregate exceed 10% of the net asset value of the fund, and then only as
a temporary measure. For the purpose of this restriction back to back loans are not
considered to be borrowings.
(E)
(F)
(G) The Company will on a fund by fund basis comply with such further restrictions as
may be required by the regulatory authorities in any country in which the Shares are
marketed.
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prudential supervision. The list of authorised counterparties may be amended with the consent
of the Management Company. The identity of the counterparties will be disclosed in the
annual report of the Company.
Unless specified otherwise in Appendix III, the global exposure relating to financial derivative
instruments will be calculated using a commitment approach. Funds applying a Value-at-Risk
(VaR) approach to calculate their global exposure will contain an indication thereto in Appendix
III.
Global exposure
A vunds global exposure is limited to the total net value of its portfolio.
Commitment Approach
Under the commitment approach, financial derivative positions are converted into equivalent
positions in the underlying asset, using market price or future price/notional value when more
conservative.
VaR approach
VaR reports will be produced and monitored on a daily basis based on the following criteria:
1 month holding period;
99% unilateral confidence interval;
at least a one year effective historical observation period (250 days) unless market
conditions require a shorter observation period; and
parameters used in the model are updated at least quarterly.
Stress testing will also be applied at a minimum of once per month.
VaR limits are set using an absolute or relative approach.
Absolute VaR approach
The absolute VaR approach is generally appropriate in the absence of an identifiable reference
portfolio or benchmark, for example with absolute return funds. Under the absolute VaR
approach a limit is set as a percentage of the net asset value of the fund. The absolute VaR
limit of a fund has to be set at or below 20% of its net asset value. This limit is based upon a
1 month holding period and a 99% unilateral confidence interval.
Relative VaR approach
The relative VaR approach is used for funds where a VaR benchmark reflecting the investment
strategy which the fund is pursuing is defined. Under the relative VaR approach a limit is set
as a multiple of the VaR of a benchmark or reference portfolio. The relative VaR limit of a
fund has to be set at or below twice the VaR of the Funds VaR benchmark. Information on
the specific VaR benchmark used are disclosed in Appendix III hereunder.
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Fixed-term repurchase and reverse repurchase agreement that do not exceed seven days shall
be considered as arrangements on terms that allow the assets to be recalled at any time by
the Fund1.
Each fund shall ensure that the level of its exposure to repurchase and reverse repurchase
agreements is such that it is able to comply at all times with its redemption obligations.
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1
Funds launched prior to 23 November 2012 may interpret this provision differently and accordingly may
continue to hold units of UCIs which do not meet the conditions set out under A(5) as part of this 10%
limit. Any existing investments in UCIs not meeting the conditions set out under A(5) must be realised by
31 December 2013. Any new investments in these UCIs are no longer permitted.
Funds launched prior to 18 February 2013 that invest in financial indices that do not comply with the ESMA
Guidelines on ETFs and other UCITS issues have until 18 February 2014 to align their investments with these
guidelines.
Funds launched prior to 18 February 2013 (which currently apply CSSF Circular 08/356) will have to comply
with this provision by 18 February 2014.
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FUND PERFORMANCE
Schroder International Selection Fund Emerging Markets
Performance as at 31 December 2013 (%)
1 year
3 years
5 years
10 years
The Fund
(Launch date: 17 Jan 2000)
(6.10)
(6.40)
88.50
130.10
Benchmark:
MSCI EM Net TR US
(6.80)
(8.50)
101.90
162.80
Source: Schroders.
198
1-Year
3-Year
5-Year
Since
inception
32.54
17.12
23.19
13.87
6.94
5.81
8.71
6.87
1.41
3.13
3.29
3.66
3.08
3.04
2.70
2.46
5.93
0.23
10.35
3.79
(12.66)
(0.95)
(0.56)
Eastspring Small-cap
64.02
18.47
27.59
14.72
Eastspring Growth
20.72
9.89
20.29
12.36
Eastspring Balanced
16.36
9.98
13.77
10.76
Eastspring Bond
3.18
5.91
4.30
4.25
3.00
3.02
2.80
2.80
12.50
0.43
10.26
0.24
4.95
0.78
10.63
0.42
45.36
16.37
11.61
13.14
12.98
9.19
3.66
3.85
7.49
2.16
2.62
2.57
3.01
3.60
3.88
1.38
200
1-Year
3-Year
5-Year
Since
inception
5.13
2.13
(0.37)
Eastspring Dynamic
18.12
11.07
6.68
6.05
21.93
18.86
14.28
11.18
4.94
1.65
3.94
5.45
20.49
9.97
(1.97)
(1.58)
Note: Eastspring ASEAN al-Adiil: This Fund has been in operation since 28 October 2013 and its
first financial year end is on 30 June 2014. As this Fund is newly launched, there is no performance
data as yet.
201
202
Benchmark
Eastspring Asia
Pacific Equity MY
Benchmark
11.93
Benchmark
Eastspring Islamic
Income
0.14*
3.16
Benchmark
Eastspring Dana
Wafi
1.03
(6.81)
(12.50)
2005
Eastspring Dana
al-Islah
Benchmark
Eastspring Dana
al-Ilham
Fund Name
15.53
8.78*
4.12
5.55
3.34
2.43
3.28
(5.25)
2006
25.96
18.13
5.38
5.45
11.07
6.43
36.28
42.70
2007
5.86
(2.88)
2.50
1.42*
3.45
3.06
4.04
4.83
5.68
8.51
2008
(36.19)
(32.35)
2.46
2.66
4.85
2.84
(2.74)
(3.85)
(31.97)
(23.85)
2009
58.61
46.80
1.52
1.75
3.25
4.06
11.45
10.83
48.28
46.89
2010
9.92
10.71
1.99
2.61
4.34
3.00
5.85
15.65
16.22
20.23
2011
12.29
1.78
1.90
3.05
4.19
3.81
3.91
5.47
5.00
11.36
2013
8.35
5.93
1.65
3.08
2.03
1.41
5.88
6.94
15.75
32.54
2014
(5.61)
(6.61)
2.45
3.01
5.25
4.19
3.70
5.04
4.27
8.91
2012
203
9.00
13.91
Eastspring Balanced
Benchmark
14.29
7.58
Eastspring Small-cap
Benchmark
2004
Fund Name
13.48
Benchmark
Eastspring Growth
Eastspring Bond
Plus
(7.94)
Benchmark
Benchmark
2005
Eastspring Indonesia
Equity MY
Fund Name
1.43
(5.77)
(0.84)
(13.40)
(22.82)
(10.57)
2005
2006
12.82
17.28
21.83
23.65
39.82
35.23
2006
2007
17.76
31.12
31.82
34.75
50.71
29.57
2007
2008
(17.82)
(21.74)
(39.33)
(35.97)
(43.48)
(38.60)
2008
2009
22.35
22.35
44.94
51.27
47.79
56.02
2009
2010
11.99
17.15
21.76
25.50
22.40
30.39
2010
2011
1.45
(0.56)*
(12.90)
(12.66)
2014
6.39
10.31
9.60
12.86
(1.63)
11.07
2012
7.28
16.36
11.39
20.72
36.71
64.02
2013
As at 31 December (%)
14.00
12.03
2013
2.72
3.66
1.94
(2.57)
(7.57)
(8.68)
2011
2.48
(0.72)*
2012
204
Benchmark
Eastspring
Global Emerging
Markets
Benchmark
Eastspring
Investments MY
Focus Fund
Benchmark
2.64
Benchmark
2.31
Eastspring Cash
Management
Eastspring Global
Basics MY
7.25
3.70
Eastspring Bond
Benchmark
2004
Fund Name
3.00
2.35
3.70
5.45
2005
2.28
3.12
4.32
5.05
2006
16.54
10.03*
2.30
3.29
3.57
3.09
2007
(46.69)
(38.13)*
(35.33)
(43.31)
2.28
3.37
7.52
(2.00)
2008
73.81
64.90
31.13
45.99
1.04
2.53
1.51
(1.40)
2009
4.29
(1.80)
4.36
10.24
1.35
2.41
5.34
5.38
2010
10.34
14.65
14.04
14.53
9.04
0.78
1.70
3.11
3.77
4.90
2012
10.54
45.36
4.41
4.95
29.53
12.50
1.79
3.00
1.94
3.18
2013
1.90
(7.76)*
(16.12)
(14.85)
(2.33)
(10.67)
1.64
2.94
4.78
9.78
2011
As at 31 December (%)
205
Eastspring
Enhanced
Income
Benchmark
Eastspring
Institutional
Income
Benchmark
Benchmark
1.62
(0.15)*
2004
Eastspring Asia
Pacific Shariah
Equity
Benchmark
Eastspring Dana
Dinamik
Fund Name
1.31
0.89*
3.71
1.32
2005
3.61
2.53
4.16
6.21
2006
3.49
2.90
25.16
35.17
2007
(7.81)
(9.81)*
2.30
2.96
(32.73)
(23.49)*
(11.67)
(13.00)
2008
8.36
5.77
1.33
1.89
21.95
26.77
11.17
15.62
2009
4.29
2.84
1.21
1.92
4.12
1.04
8.54
9.95
2010
9.55
5.59
1.70
2.60
8.06
14.73
13.39
22.14
2012
6.28
3.01
1.76
2.62
7.98
3.66
6.23
11.61
2013
1.31
2.25
1.61
2.48
(10.86)
(5.81)
(0.21)
6.28
2011
As at 30 September (%)
206
Benchmark
Eastspring Asia
Select Income
Benchmark
Eastspring Global
Leaders MY
Benchmark
1.93
2.73
6.03
(1.49)
2005
9.30
3.97*
2.97
2.81
3.36
4.86
2006
15.31
20.23*
29.69
23.93
48.07
48.50
25.91
40.32
2007
(16.37)
(15.60)
(4.50)
(4.16)
(12.39)
(17.74)
(4.35)
(9.56)
2008
(25.43)
(32.15)
1.47
6.63
(9.38)
(3.75)
(3.14)
(9.07)
2009
(0.05)
0.28
7.90
8.34
22.95
20.61
12.51
10.88
(7.33)
(7.29)*
2010
19.72
17.32
4.20
4.83
22.78
23.44
12.50
21.40
15.37
13.97
2011
(0.99)
(5.88)
(3.40)
(4.53)
1.22
11.61
2.40
(4.41)
(12.06)
(11.10)
2012
16.85
20.49
4.27
4.94
12.45
21.93
7.82
18.12
4.95
5.13
2013
As at 30 June (%)
Note: Eastspring ASEAN al-Adiil: This Fund has been in operation since 28 October 2013 and its first financial year end is on 30 June 2014. As
this Fund is newly launched, there is no performance data as yet.
1.32
Eastspring Equity
Income
Benchmark
(2.69)*
Benchmark
Eastspring
Dynamic
2004
Eastspring Dinasti
Equity
Fund Name
-1
NAVt
NAV0
207
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Dana al-Ilham
As at 31 March 2014
For the period under review, the Fund registered a return of 32.54%,
outperforming the benchmark return of 15.75% by 16.79%.
The outperformance was due to good stock selection.
SI % Change
450%
400%
400%
350%
350%
300%
300%
250%
250%
200%
200%
150%
150%
100%
100%
50%
50%
0%
0%
-50%
-50%
Sep Apr Oct May Dec Jul
Feb Sep Apr Nov Jun Dec Jul
Feb Sep Apr Nov Jun
Jan Aug Mar
2002 2003 2003 2004 2004 2005 2006 2006 2007 2007 2008 2008 2009 2010 2010 2011 2011 2012 2013 2013 2014
Eastspring Investments Dana al-Ilham
Eastspring
Dana al-Islah
Benchmark
For the period under review, the Fund registered a return of 6.94%,
outperforming the benchmark return of 5.88% by 1.06%.
For the period under review, the outperformance was mainly attributed
to the performance of the Shariah-compliant equity while the sukuk
portion was negatively affected by the rising yield environment.
SI % Change
140%
120%
120%
100%
100%
80%
80%
60%
60%
40%
40%
20%
20%
0%
0%
-20%
-20%
208
Benchmark
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Dana Wafi
As at 31 March 2014
For the period under review, the Fund registered a return of 1.41%,
underperforming the benchmark return of 2.03% by 0.62%.
The Funds underperformance was attributable to the Funds overweight
position in corporate sukuk which underperformed the medium term
government sukuk.
SI % Change
60%
50%
50%
40%
40%
30%
30%
20%
20%
10%
10%
0%
0%
-10%
Mar
2005
-10%
Sep
2005
Mar
2006
Sep
2006
Mar
2007
Sep
2007
Mar
2008
Sep
2008
Mar
2009
Sep
2009
Sep
2010
Mar
2011
Sep
2011
Mar
2012
Sep
2012
Mar
2013
Sep
2013
Mar
2014
Benchmark
For the period under review, the Fund registered a positive return of
3.08%, outperforming the benchmark return of 1.65% by 1.43%.
The outperformance was contributed by investments in short-term
Islamic money market placements.
Eastspring Investments Islamic Income Fund
- Since Inception (SI) Return Vs Benchmark
SI % Return
Eastspring
Islamic Income
Mar
2010
24%
22%
24%
20%
18%
20%
22%
18%
16%
14%
16%
14%
12%
12%
10%
10%
8%
8%
6%
6%
4%
2%
4%
0%
-2%
0%
-2%
2%
Benchmark
209
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Asia Pacific
Equity MY
As at 31 March 2014
For the period under review, the Fund registered a return of 5.93%,
underperforming the benchmark return of 8.35% by 2.42%.
The underperformance was due to bias towards more cyclical names in
the portfolio which did not perform well during the period under review.
SI % Change
120%
100%
100%
80%
80%
60%
60%
40%
40%
20%
20%
0%
0%
-20%
-40%
Aug
2005
-20%
Feb
2006
Aug
2006
Feb
2007
Aug
2007
Feb
2008
Aug
2008
Feb
2009
Aug
2009
Feb
2010
Aug
2010
Feb
2011
Aug
2011
Eastspring
Indonesia
Equity MY
Feb
2012
Aug
2012
Mar
2013
Sep
2013
-40%
Mar
2014
Benchmark
SI % Change
30%
30%
25%
25%
20%
20%
15%
15%
10%
10%
5%
5%
0%
0%
-5%
-5%
-10%
-10%
-15%
-15%
-20%
-20%
-25%
-25%
-30%
-30%
May Jul
Sep Oct Dec Feb Apr May Jul
Sep Oct Dec Feb Mar May Jul Sep Oct Dec Feb Mar
2011 2011 2011 2011 2011 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2014 2014
Eastspring Investments Indonesia Equity MY Fund
210
Benchmark
Performance Chart
SI % Change
Eastspring
Bond Plus
As at 31 March 2014
10%
10%
8%
8%
6%
6%
4%
4%
2%
2%
0%
0%
-2%
-2%
-4%
-4%
-6%
-6%
-8%
-8%
-10%
-10%
Apr May May Jun
Jul
Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan Jan
Feb Feb Mar Mar
2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2013 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 2014
Eastspring Investments Bond Plus Fund
Benchmark
211
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Small-cap
As at 31 December 2013
During the 1-year under review, the Fund registered a return of
64.02%, outperforming the benchmark return of 36.71% by
27.31%.
The outperformance was due to good stock selection.
SI % Change
550%
500%
500%
450%
450%
400%
400%
350%
350%
300%
300%
250%
250%
200%
200%
150%
150%
100%
100%
50%
50%
0%
0%
-50%
-50%
Jun Jan Aug Mar Sep Apr Nov Jun Dec Jul
Feb Sep Apr Oct May Dec
Jul Feb Aug Mar Oct May Dec
2001 2002 2002 2003 2003 2004 2004 2005 2005 2006 2007 2007 2008 2008 2009 2009 2010 2011 2011 2012 2012 2013 2013
Eastspring Investments Small-cap Fund
Eastspring
Growth
Benchmark
During the 1-year period under review, the Fund registered a return
of 20.72%, outperforming the benchmark return of 11.39% by
9.33%.
The outperformance was due to good stock selection.
SI % Change
400%
350%
350%
300%
300%
250%
250%
200%
200%
150%
150%
100%
100%
50%
50%
0%
0%
-50%
Jun Jan Aug Mar
2001 2002 2002 2003
-50%
Sep Apr Nov Jun Dec Jul
Feb Sep Apr Oct May Dec Jul
Feb Aug Mar Oct May Dec
2003 2004 2004 2005 2005 2006 2007 2007 2008 2008 2009 2009 2010 2011 2011 2012 2012 2013 2013
Eastspring Investments Growth Fund
212
Benchmark
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Balanced
As at 31 December 2013
During the 1-year period under review, the Fund registered a return of
16.36%, outperforming the benchmark return of 7.28% by 9.08%.
The outperformance was attributed to both asset allocation and stock
selection.
SI % Change
300%
300%
260%
260%
220%
220%
180%
180%
140%
140%
100%
100%
60%
60%
20%
20%
-20%
-20%
During the 1-year period under review, the Fund registered a return
of 3.18%, outperforming the benchmark return of 1.94% by 1.24%.
The outperformance of the Fund for the period under review was
contributed by the overweight position in selected corporate bonds
which outperformed the medium term government bond index.
Eastspring Investments Bond Fund
- Since Inception (SI) Return Vs Benchmark
SI % Change
Eastspring
Bond
Benchmark
90%
90%
80%
80%
70%
70%
60%
60%
50%
50%
40%
40%
30%
30%
20%
20%
10%
10%
0%
0%
-10%
-10%
Jun Jan Aug Mar Sep Apr Nov Jun Dec Jul
Feb Sep Apr Oct May Dec Jul
Feb Aug Mar Oct May Dec
2001 2002 2002 2003 2003 2004 2004 2005 2005 2006 2007 2007 2008 2008 2009 2009 2010 2011 2011 2012 2012 2013 2013
Eastspring Investments Bond Fund
Benchmark
213
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Cash
Management
As at 31 December 2013
During the 1-year period under review, the Fund registered a return
of 3.00%, outperforming the benchmark return of 1.79% by 1.21%.
Investments in short term corporate bonds and commercial papers
have contributed to the outperformance of the Fund.
Eastspring Investments Cash Management Fund
- Since Inception (SI) Return Vs Benchmark
SI % Change
40%
40%
35%
35%
30%
30%
25%
25%
20%
20%
15%
15%
10%
10%
5%
5%
0%
0%
-5%
May
2003
-5%
Dec
2003
Jul
2004
Jan
2005
Aug
2005
Mar
2006
Sep
2006
Apr
2007
Nov
2007
May
2008
Dec
2008
Jul
2009
Jan
2010
Aug
2010
Mar
2011
Eastspring
Global Basics
MY
Sep
2011
Apr
2012
Nov
2012
May
2013
Dec
2013
Benchmark
SI % Change
50%
40%
40%
30%
30%
20%
20%
10%
10%
0%
0%
-10%
-10%
-20%
-20%
-30%
-30%
-40%
-40%
-50%
Feb
2007
-50%
Jul
2007
Dec
2007
Apr
2008
Sep
2008
Feb
2009
Jul
2009
Dec
2009
Apr
2010
Sep
2010
214
Feb
2011
Jul
2011
Dec
2011
Apr
2012
Sep
2012
Benchmark
Feb
2013
Jul
2013
Dec
2013
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Global
Emerging
Markets
As at 31 December 2013
During the year under review, the Fund registered a return of 4.95%,
outperforming the benchmark return of 4.41% by 0.54%.
The outperformance was supported by positive country and stock
selection contribution.
SI % Return
20%
10%
10%
0%
0%
-10%
-10%
-20%
-20%
-30%
-30%
-40%
-40%
-50%
-50%
-60%
-60%
Feb
2008
Jul
2008
Dec
2008
May
2009
Oct
2009
Mar
2010
Aug
2010
Jan
2011
Jun
2011
Nov
2011
Apr
2012
Feb
2013
July
2013
Dec
2013
Benchmark
For the year under review, the Fund registered a gain of 45.36%,
outperforming the benchmark return of 10.54% by 34.82%.
The outperformance was due to good stock selection.
Eastspring Investments MY Focus Fund
- Since Inception (SI) Return Vs Benchmark
SI % Change
Eastspring MY
Focus
Sep
2012
60%
60%
50%
50%
40%
40%
30%
30%
20%
20%
10%
10%
0%
0%
-10%
-10%
-20%
-20%
-30%
-30%
Mar
2011
Jun
2011
Sep
2011
Dec
2011
Feb
2012
May
2012
Aug
2012
Oct
2012
Jan
2013
Apr
2013
Jul
2013
Sep
2013
Dec
2013
Benchmark
215
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Dana Dinamik
As at 30 September 2013
During the period under review, the Fund registered a return of
11.61%, outperforming the benchmark return of 6.23% by 5.38%.
The outperformance was attributed to both asset allocation and
security selection.
SI % Change
160%
140%
140%
120%
120%
100%
100%
80%
80%
60%
60%
40%
40%
20%
20%
0%
0%
-20%
-20%
Mar Sep
2004 2014
Apr
2005
Oct
2005
Apr
2006
Nov
2006
May
2007
Nov
2007
May
2008
Dec
2008
Jun
2009
Dec
2009
Jul
2010
Jan
2011
Eastspring
Asia Pacific
Shariah Equity
Jul
2011
Feb
2012
Aug
2012
Feb
2013
Sep
2013
Benchmark
SI % Return
30%
20%
20%
10%
10%
0%
0%
-10%
-10%
-20%
-20%
-30%
-30%
-40%
-40%
-50%
-50%
-60%
Dec
Apr
2007 2008
-60%
Aug
2008
Dec
2008
Apr
2009
Jul
2009
Nov
2009
Mar
2010
Jul
2010
Nov
2010
Feb
2011
Jun
2011
216
Oct
2011
Feb
2012
Jun
2012
Sep
2012
Benchmark
Jan
2013
May
2013
Sep
2013
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Institutional
Income
As at 30 September 2013
During the period under review, the Fund registered a positive return
of 2.62%, outperforming the benchmark return of 1.76% by 0.86%.
The outperformance was contributed by investments in short-term
money market placements.
SI % Change
30%
25%
25%
20%
20%
15%
15%
10%
10%
5%
5%
0%
0%
-5%
Apr
2005
-5%
Oct
2005
May
2006
Dec
2006
Jul
2007
Jan
2008
Aug
2008
Mar
2009
Oct
2009
Apr
2010
Nov
2010
Jun
2011
Jul
2012
Feb
2013
Sep
2013
Benchmark
SI % Change
Eastspring
Enhanced
Income
Jan
2012
30%
30%
25%
25%
20%
20%
15%
15%
10%
10%
5%
5%
0%
0%
-5%
-5%
-10%
-10%
-15%
-15%
-20%
-20%
Jun
Oct
Feb May Sep Jan
May Aug Dec Apr Aug Nov Mar
Jul
Nov Feb
Jun
Oct
Feb May Sep
2007 2007 2008 2008 2008 2009 2009 2009 2009 2010 2010 2010 2011 2011 2011 2012 2012 2012 2013 2013 2013
Eastspring Investments Enhanced Income Fund
Benchmark
217
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Dynamic
As at 30 June 2013
During the period under review, the Fund registered a return of
18.12%, outperforming the benchmark return of 7.82% by 10.30%.
The outperformance was attributed to both asset allocation and
security selection.
SI % Change
100%
90%
90%
80%
80%
70%
70%
60%
60%
50%
50%
40%
40%
30%
30%
20%
20%
10%
10%
0%
0%
-10%
-10%
-20%
-20%
Nov
2003
June
2014
Dec
2004
Jun
2005
Jan
2006
Jul
2006
Jan
2007
Aug
2007
Feb
2008
Sep
2008
Mar
2009
Sep
2009
Apr
2010
Oct
2010
Eastspring
Equity Income
Apr
2011
Nov
2011
May
2012
Dec
2012
Jun
2013
Benchmark
SI % Change
180%
160%
160%
140%
140%
120%
120%
100%
100%
80%
80%
60%
60%
40%
40%
20%
20%
0%
0%
-20%
-20%
Nov
2004
May
2005
Dec
2005
Jun
2006
Dec
2006
Jul
2007
Jan
2008
Aug
2008
Feb
2009
218
Sep
2009
Mar
2010
Oct
2010
Apr
2011
Oct
2011
Benchmark
May
2012
Nov
2012
Jun
2013
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Asia Select
Income
As at 30 June 2013
During the period under review, the Fund registered a return of
4.94%, outperforming the benchmark return of 4.27% by 0.67%.
The holdings in selected corporate bonds contributed to the
performance of the Fund. The investment in collective investment
schemes also contributed positively to the Fund.
SI % Change
80%
70%
70%
60%
60%
50%
50%
40%
40%
30%
30%
20%
20%
10%
10%
0%
0%
-10%
Dec
2005
-10%
Apr
2006
Sep
2006
Jan
Jun
2007 2007
Oct Mar
2007 2008
Jul
2008
Dec
2008
Apr
2009
Sep
2009
Jan
2010
Jun
2010
Oct
2010
Mar
2011
Jul
2011
Sep
2012
Jan
2013
Jun
2013
Benchmark
SI % Change
Eastspring
Global
Leaders MY
Dec Apr
2011 2012
30%
30%
20%
20%
10%
10%
0%
0%
-10%
-10%
-20%
-20%
-30%
-30%
-40%
-40%
-50%
-50%
Apr
2006
Oct
2006
May
2007
Dec
2007
Jun
2008
Jan
2009
Jul
2009
Feb
2010
Sep
2010
Mar
2011
Oct
2011
May
2012
Nov
2012
Jun
2013
Benchmark
219
Performance Chart
Eastspring
Dinasti Equity
As at 30 June 2013
During the period under review, the Fund registered a return of
5.13%, outperforming the benchmark return of 4.95% by 0.18%.
The outperformance was supported by sector allocation and security
selection.
SI % Return
15%
10%
10%
5%
5%
0%
0%
-5%
-5%
-10%
-10%
-15%
-15%
Nov
2009
Feb
2010
Apr
2010
Jul
2010
Sep
2010
Dec
2010
Feb
2011
May
2011
Jul
2011
Oct
2011
220
Dec
2011
Mar
2012
May
2012
Aug
2012
Oct
2012
Benchmark
Jan
2013
Mar
2013
Jun
2013
DISTRIBUTION
For the financial year ended 31 March
Eastspring Dana al-Ilham
2014
2013
2012
15.36
7.25
6.08
14.81
6.91
5.91
2014
2013
2012
6.68
3.21
3.88
6.57
3.20
3.86
2014
2013
2012
4.66
2.37
1.60
4.66
2.37
1.60
2014
2013
2012
2.33
2.33
2014
2013
2012
1.57
1.56
1.52
1.57
1.56
1.52
2012
2011
No distribution has
been made during
the period.
221
2013
2012
2011
5.90
5.38
Eastspring Balanced
2013
2012
2011
3.75
3.75
3.88
3.65
3.66
3.78
Eastspring Bond
2013
2012
2011
1.60
1.58
3.00
1.60
1.58
3.00
2013
2012
2011
1.60
1.67
1.56
1.60
1.67
1.56
2013
2012
2011
4.50
4.13
2.08
4.31
2.30
1.92
2013
2012
2011
2.64
2.67
2.29
2.64
2.67
2.29
222
2013
2013
2011
2.37
2.37
2.09
2.37
2.37
2.09
Eastspring Dynamic
2013
2012
2011
4.42
3.27
2013
2012
2011
9.15
5.00
2.83
7.77
3.93
2.01
Note: Eastspring ASEAN al-Adiil: This Fund has been in operation since 28 October 2013
and its first financial year end is on 30 June 2014. As this Fund is newly launched, there is no
performance data as yet.
Distribution is in the form of cash.
Payment of Distribution
Income distribution shall be paid soonest possible within one (1) month period from the date of
declaration of the distribution.
223
2014
(times)
2013
(times)
2012
(times)
0.96
0.55
0.59
0.55
0.59
0.51
0.80
1.04
0.56
10.05
7.11
5.85
0.62
0.82
1.26
0.59
0.43
0.73
1.12
2013
(times)
2012
(times)
2011
(times)
Eastspring Small-cap
1.42
0.84
1.25
Eastspring Growth
0.83
0.54
0.56
Eastspring Balanced
1.23
0.84
0.52
Eastspring Bond
0.63
0.70
0.49
As at 31 December
Fund name
0.54
0.65
0.58
0.23
0.26
0.23
0.26
0.21
0.27
Eastspring MY Focus
3.18
2.51
1.27
2013
(times)
2012
(times)
2011
(times)
0.87
0.65
0.66
2.14
1.45
0.92
35.13
51.01
56.78
0.49
0.66
0.44
As at 30 September
Fund name
224
As at 30 June
2013
(times)
2012
(times)
2011
(times)
0.84
0.71
0.84
Eastspring Dynamic
0.84
0.46
0.33
1.38
0.86
0.20
0.26
0.47
0.30
0.19
0.14
0.12
Fund name
225
ASSET ALLOCATION
The asset allocation for the following Fund as at the financial year end of the Fund is tabulated
below:
As at 31 March
Eastspring Dana al-Ilham
2014
(%)
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
85.93
85.11
86.19
14.07
14.89
13.81
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
2014
(%)
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
22.15
19.40
20.82
Sukuk
54.23
70.98
60.41
23.62
9.62
18.77
The Fund increased its allocation in cash in order to reduce the portfolio duration.
2014
(%)
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
Sukuk
93.93
91.22
94.51
6.07
8.78
5.49
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
2014
(%)
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
100.00
100.00
100.00
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
2014
(%)
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
91.95
98.27
100.00
8.05
1.73
There were cash inflows towards the end of the review period.
226
As at 31 March
Eastspring Asia Pacific Equity MY
2014
(%)
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
Quoted equities
98.38
97.71
97.81
1.62
2.29
2.19
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
2014
(%)
94.85
5.15
Eastspring Small-cap
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
Quoted equities
82.73
88.80
76.74
17.27
11.20
23.26
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
As at 31 December
There were consistent inflows to the Fund towards the end of the year and we would be
inclined to raise equity exposure in any market weakness.
Eastspring Growth
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
Quoted equities
97.67
95.56
92.02
2.33
4.44
7.98
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
Eastspring Balanced
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
Quoted equities
67.20
68.26
55.04
24.44
28.74
17.91
8.36
3.00
27.05
Fixed income securities exposure was reduced due to volatility in the bond market. The Manager
is of the view that the bond market is vulnerable to capital outflows and may cause further
downward pressure on bond prices.
227
As at 31 December
Eastspring Bond
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
97.19
90.83
63.56
2.81
9.17
36.44
The percentage holding of unquoted fixed income securities rose from 90.83% at end 2012 to
97.19% by end 2013 on increased investments.
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
26.17
72.41
54.81
73.83
27.59
45.19
The percentage of cash and other assets held rose to 73.83% at end 2013 compared to
27.59% at end 2012 in order to accommodate expected redemptions.
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
98.48
99.68
98.92
1.52
0.32
1.08
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
97.55
98.75
98.96
2.45
1.25
1.04
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
Eastspring MY Focus
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
Quoted equities
86.06
84.38
79.31
13.94
15.62
20.69
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
228
As at 30 September
Eastspring Dana Dinamik
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
81.04
76.62
53.93
5.51
11.42
29.35
13.45
11.96
16.72
Sukuk
Cash and other assets
During the period under review, we increased our Shariah approved quoted securities as we
believe there is more upside from equities. The global macro backdrop is turning more positive
which points to market trending higher after a phase of volatility.
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
80.64
86.50
75.65
19.36
13.50
24.35
The Fund increased its cash position due to recent profit taking. The Fund intends to accumulate
stocks during market weakness.
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
100.00
100.00
100.00
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
5.07
6.60
28.54
24.05
19.56
60.66
69.27
61.92
10.80
1.61
11.92
The Fund adopted an underweight fixed income position as at September 2013 due to
uncertainties about the timing of the tapering of the Federal Reserves Quantitative Easing
programme. The Fund had an increased exposure to the collective investment schemes on a
positive outlook for equities.
229
As at 30 June
Eastspring Dinasti Equity
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
86.50
87.87
87.56
13.50
12.13
12.44
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
Eastspring Dynamic
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
Quoted equities
65.09
79.72
78.31
11.96
17.95
18.32
22.95
2.33
3.37
The Fund reduced the overall equity exposure to take profit on selected stocks towards the end
of the review period.
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
Quoted equities
87.67
84.18
90.70
12.33
15.82
9.30
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
37.85
36.09
37.79
60.39
61.57
52.97
1.76
2.34
9.24
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
2013
(%)
2012
(%)
2011
(%)
97.97
98.70
98.02
2.03
1.30
1.98
There were no significant changes in asset allocation of the Fund for the period under review.
230
Note: Eastspring ASEAN al-Adiil: This Fund has been in operation since 28 October 2013
and its first financial year end is on 30 June 2014. As this Fund is newly launched, there is no
performance data as yet.
PAST PERFORMANCE OF THE FUND IS NOT AN INDICATION OF FUTURE PERFORMANCE.
231
232
HISTORICAL FINANCIAL
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FUND
233
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
Investment income
26,027,683
9,115,557
7,479,769
Total expenses
(1,902,105)
(1,450,384)
(1,358,116)
24,125,578
7,665,173
6,121,653
Less: Taxation
Net income after taxation
(82,249)
(82,841)
(49,082)
24,043,329
7,582,332
6,072,571
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
Total investments
119,318,849
61,611,611
62,957,831
19,886,387
10,939,133
10,218,379
139,205,236
72,550,744
73,176,210
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
(356,422)
(158,104)
(134,694)
138,848,814
72,392,640
73,041,516
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
Investment income
2,256,193
1,533,267
1,194,984
Total expenses
(500,046)
(418,054)
(354,321)
1,756,147
1,115,213
840,663
Less: Taxation
Net income after taxation
234
(1,721)
550
1,312
1,754,426
1,115,763
841,975
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
Total investments
19,173,362
25,272,942
14,828,339
6,058,726
3,122,918
3,488,553
25,232,088
28,395,860
18,316,892
(131,705)
(423,427)
(63,207)
25,100,383
27,972,433
18,253,685
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
Investment income
Total expenses
Net income before taxation
Less: Taxation
Net income after taxation
2014
(RM)
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
672,945
801,184
928,420
(293,829)
(214,240)
(220,596)
379,116
586,944
707,824
379,116
586,944
707,824
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
Total investments
12,672,876
25,916,179
14,286,425
905,427
2,528,006
983,581
13,578,303
28,444,185
15,270,006
(86,438)
(35,220)
(153,087)
13,491,865
28,408,965
15,116,919
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
235
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
Investment income
18,939,618
7,232,794
5,663,439
Total expenses
(1,694,187)
(716,982)
(597,892)
17,245,431
6,515,812
5,065,547
Less: Taxation
Net income after taxation
17,245,431
6,515,812
5,065,547
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
Total investments
687,608,696
247,607,632
167,360,284
10,640
12,192
4,850
687,619,336
247,619,824
167,365,134
(287,160)
(76,694)
(61,272)
687,332,176
247,543,130
167,303,862
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
Investment income
Total expenses
2014
(RM)
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
5,021,276
2,645,557
(5,714,936)
(1,362,290)
(1,674,115)
(1,838,235)
3,658,986
971,442
(7,553,171)
Less: Taxation
(240,271)
(165,355)
(269,300)
3,418,715
806,087
(7,822,471)
236
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
Total investments
59,650,787
71,355,596
93,966,038
2,248,682
2,417,359
2,841,202
Total assets
61,899,469
73,772,995
96,807,240
Total liabilities
(1,266,958)
(745,657)
(736,647)
60,632,511
73,027,298
96,070,593
Investment income
Total expenses
Net income/(loss) before taxation
Less: Taxation
Net (loss)/ income after taxation
2014
(RM)
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
(1,504,801)
3,958,384
1,434,848
(342,093)
(717,327)
(712,171)
(1,846,894)
3,241,057
722,677
(1,846,894)
3,241,057
722,677
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
14,088,549
21,595,486
48,736,061
1,460,406
1,123,304
1,581,671
15,548,955
22,718,790
50,317,732
(226,481)
(743,632)
(3,202,280)
15,322,474
21,975,158
47,115,452
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
237
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
148,440
Total expenses
(299,207)
(150,767)
(150,767)
Investment income
Less: Taxation
Loss after taxation
Statement of Financial Position
As at 31 March
2014
(RM)
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
Total investments
17,342,987
1,233,956
18,576,943
(291,534)
18,285,409
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
Eastspring Small-cap
Statement of Comprehensive Income
Financial Year ended 31 December
Investment income/(loss)
Total expenses
Net income/(loss) before taxation
Less: Taxation
Net income/(loss) after taxation
238
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
22,337,277
5,281,331
(2,704,126)
(813,541)
(752,467)
(777,038)
21,523,736
4,528,864
(3,481,164)
(66,705)
(83,007)
(164,734)
21,457,031
4,445,857
(3,645,898)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
70,532,340
39,458,045
50,400,056
2,815,206
566,351
447,818
Total assets
73,347,546
40,024,396
50,847,874
Total liabilities
(2,178,323)
(898,932)
(263,316)
71,169,223
39,125,464
50,584,558
Eastspring Growth
Statement of Comprehensive Income
Financial Year ended 31 December
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income/(loss)
21,266,658
15,544,942
(472,125)
Total expenses
(1,729,612)
(1,907,548)
(2,188,904)
19,537,046
13,637,394
(2,661,029)
(179,546)
(208,029)
(344,753)
19,357,500
13,429,365
(3,005,782)
Less: Taxation
Net income/(loss) after taxation
Statement of Financial Position
As at 31 December
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
112,828,587
107,304,441
128,791,298
801,566
469,940
506,554
113,630,153
107,774,381
129,297,852
(261,925)
(418,926)
(953,034)
113,368,228
107,355,455
128,344,818
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
239
Eastspring Balanced
Statement of Comprehensive Income
Financial Year ended 31 December
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income
8,349,752
5,779,047
2,687,851
Total expenses
(852,149)
(847,342)
(878,754)
7,497,603
4,931,705
1,809,097
Less: Taxation
Net income after taxation
(24,752)
(36,918)
(100,268)
7,472,851
4,894,787
1,708,829
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
52,923,898
49,908,017
51,902,702
793,902
331,106
731,596
53,717,800
50,239,123
52,634,298
(331,795)
(129,381)
(521,297)
53,386,005
50,109,742
52,113,001
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
Eastspring Bond
Statement of Comprehensive Income
Financial Year ended 31 December
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income
10,315,633
12,384,952
11,375,327
Total expenses
(2,653,135)
(2,354,962)
(1,242,776)
7,662,498
10,029,990
10,132,551
7,662,498
10,029,990
10,132,551
240
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
179,185,092
273,511,729
200,380,986
2,760,358
11,591,722
7,988,143
181,945,450
285,103,451
208,369,129
(2,880,805)
(850,955)
(871,324)
179,064,645
284,252,496
207,497,805
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income
10,314,136
12,337,048
12,962,723
Total expenses
(1,658,350)
(1,906,273)
(2,097,217)
8,655,786
10,430,775
10,865,506
8,655,786
10,430,775
10,865,506
As at 31 December
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
453,012,167
285,160,079
368,916,044
2,441,233
2,471,299
21,984,494
455,453,400
287,631,378
390,900,538
(445,557)
(155,735)
(1,253,597)
455,007,843
287,475,643
389,646,941
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
241
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income/(loss)
6,441,617
1,330,582
(9,682,912)
Total expenses
(126,218)
(132,858)
(184,219)
6,315,399
1,197,724
(9,867,131)
Less: Taxation
Net income/(loss) after taxation
6,315,399
1,197,724
(9,867,131)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
45,216,348
63,082,017
73,937,415
910,487
421,587
1,229,677
46,126,835
63,503,604
75,167,092
(211,015)
(217,232)
(425,418)
45,915,820
63,286,372
74,741,674
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
Investment income/(loss)
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
1,824,128
7,960,509
(13,151,240)
Total expenses
(199,547)
(261,377)
(383,188)
1,624,581
7,699,132
(13,534,428)
1,624,581
7,699,132
(13,534,428)
Less: Taxation
Net income/(loss) after taxation
242
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
32,966,856
51,817,537
62,094,713
895,430
1,052,999
753,879
33,862,286
52,870,536
62,848,592
(65,774)
(396,223)
(103,736)
33,796,512
52,474,313
62,744,856
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
Eastspring MY Focus
Statement of Comprehensive Income
Financial Year ended 31 December
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income/(loss)
3,015,932
1,809,758
(493,378)
Total expenses
(344,304)
(392,323)
(255,040)
2,671,628
1,417,435
(748,418)
(14,152)
(7,338)
(10,831)
2,657,476
1,410,097
(759,249)
Less: Taxation
Net income/(loss) after taxation
Statement of Financial Position
As at 31 December
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
18,886,887
6,166,304
9,532,461
6,365,835
1,188,742
2,828,965
Total assets
25,252,722
7,355,046
12,361,426
Total liabilities
(3,307,241)
(46,205)
(342,153)
21,945,481
7,308,841
12,019,273
243
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income
5,379,235
6,843,950
2,807,259
Total expenses
(835,251)
(637,161)
(679,320)
4,543,984
6,206,789
2,127,939
Less: Taxation
Net income after taxation
(9,702)
(19,401)
(34,230)
4,534,282
6,187,388
2,093,709
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
48,029,566
32,818,473
26,537,144
7,535,682
4,564,740
5,838,538
55,565,248
37,383,213
32,375,682
(73,593)
(100,060)
(509,859)
55,491,655
37,283,153
31,865,823
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income
1,465,714
4,501,079
706,042
Total expenses
(717,887)
(797,392)
(1,161,680)
747,827
3,703,687
(455,638)
Less: Taxation
(20,717)
(78,158)
(94,363)
727,110
3,625,529
(550,001)
244
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
11,282,111
18,951,031
22,713,180
3,137,805
3,679,291
7,607,662
14,419,916
22,630,322
30,320,842
(428,342)
(731,189)
(303,486)
13,991,574
21,899,133
30,017,356
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income
14,874,257
16,598,247
16,834,066
Total expenses
(2,925,193)
(3,269,003)
(3,441,088)
11,949,064
13,329,244
13,392,978
11,949,064
13,329,244
13,392,978
Less: Taxation
Net income after taxation
Statement of Financial Position
As at 30 September
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
331,012,847
499,875,965
597,519,068
9,791
7,462
5,530
331,022,638
499,883,427
597,524,598
(239,434)
(322,398)
(298,238)
330,783,204
499,561,029
597,226,360
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
245
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income/(loss)
1,023,007
2,487,200
2,742,901
Total expenses
(322,795)
(528,251)
(795,596)
700,212
1,958,949
1,947,305
(2,232)
(2,933)
(35,441)
697,980
1,956,016
1,911,864
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
15,120,760
26,315,221
35,647,139
2,208,159
754,625
5,004,616
17,328,919
27,069,846
40,651,755
(376,258)
(325,932)
(181,507)
16,952,661
26,743,914
40,470,248
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
Investment income/(loss)
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
2,848,908
(4,200,463)
11,032,191
Total expenses
(973,203)
(988,077)
(1,484,496)
1,875,705
(5,188,540)
9,547,695
(98,634)
(108,051)
(155,928)
1,777,071
(5,296,591)
9,391,767
Less: Taxation
Net income/(loss) after taxation
246
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
36,257,013
34,512,962
38,005,573
5,824,781
5,741,214
6,129,520
42,081,794
40,254,176
44,135,093
(166,595)
(977,039)
(716,852)
41,915,199
39,277,137
43,418,241
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
Eastspring Dynamic
Statement of Comprehensive Income
Financial Year ended 30 June
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income/(loss)
5,917,824
(1,155,139)
8,559,290
Total expenses
(667,121)
(608,650)
(675,933)
5,250,703
(1,763,789)
7,883,357
(57,759)
(56,627)
(98,314)
5,192,944
(1,820,416)
7,785,043
Less: Taxation
Net income/(loss) after taxation
Statement of Financial Position
As at 30 June
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
26,820,366
33,477,230
38,745,403
8,075,660
2,263,186
1,343,746
34,896,026
35,740,416
40,089,149
(63,339)
(1,466,503)
(73,711)
34,832,687
34,273,913
40,015,438
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
247
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Investment income
13,560,684
6,858,674
12,356,532
Total expenses
(1,748,947)
(1,291,741)
(1,012,913)
11,811,737
5,566,933
11,343,619
Less: Taxation
Net income after taxation
(92,592)
(133,887)
(122,105)
11,719,145
5,433,046
11,221,514
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
64,862,032
51,354,269
52,167,473
9,482,462
11,911,132
5,628,652
74,344,494
63,265,401
57,796,125
(349,129)
(2,259,100)
(281,658)
73,995,365
61,006,301
57,514,467
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
Investment income/(loss)
Total expenses
Net income/(loss) before taxation
Less: Taxation
Net income/(loss) after taxation
248
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
4,712,222
(3,904,552)
11,227,226
(1,128,028)
(1,635,194)
(2,548,345)
3,584,194
(5,539,746)
8,678,881
3,584,194
(5,539,746)
8,678,881
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
60,038,404
82,449,272
115,162,759
1,437,337
2,413,591
11,390,796
61,475,741
84,862,863
126,553,555
(352,742)
(436,540)
(340,449)
61,122,999
84,426,323
126,213,106
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
Investment income/(loss)
Total expenses
Net income/(loss) before taxation
Less: Taxation
Net income/(loss) after taxation
2013
(RM)
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
8,083,422
(3,918,483)
11,110,148
(62,617)
(94,730)
(117,782)
8,020,805
(4,013,213)
10,992,366
8,020,805
(4,013,213)
10,992,366
2012
(RM)
2011
(RM)
Total investments
41,394,216
46,821,901
60,773,669
1,042,564
767,786
1,817,481
42,436,780
47,589,687
62,591,150
(183,700)
(150,759)
(588,773)
42,253,080
47,438,928
62,002,377
Total assets
Total liabilities
Net Asset Value or Unit Holders Capital
249
Note: Eastspring ASEAN al-Adiil. This Fund has been in operation since 28 October 2013 and its
first financial year end is on 30 June 2014. As this Fund is newly launched, there are no historical
financial highlights as yet.
Note: The Shariah adviser confirms that the investment portfolio of Eastspring Dana al-Ilham,
Eastspring Dana al-Islah, Eastspring Dana Wafi, Eastspring Islamic Income, Eastspring Dana
Dinamik, Eastspring Asia Pacific Shariah Equity, Eastspring Dinasti Equity and Eastspring ASEAN
al-Adiil comprise securities which have been classified as Shariah-compliant by the SACSC and/or
the Shariah Board of the relevant Islamic indices. As for the securities which are not certified by
the SACSC and/or the Shariah Board of the relevant Islamic indices, they have reviewed the said
securities and opined that these securities are designated as Shariah-compliant.
250
251
(237,989)
(285,407)
(256,154)
(705,247)
(1,538,397)
(736,313)
Eastspring Small-cap
Eastspring Growth
Eastspring Balanced
(973,917)
(1,423,968)
(390,524)
(1,269,796)
RM
1.50
1.50
1.50
1.16
1.80
1.50
0.25
1.00
1.50
1.50
%*
Management Feef
Name of Funds
(49,088)
(102,560)
(47,016)
(18,000)
^(18,000)
(45,449)
(227,835)
(18,661)
(18,344)
(59,257)
RM
0.10
0.10
0.10
0.08
0.11
0.07
0.04
0.07
0.07
0.07
%*
Trustee Fee
(66,748)
(88,655)
(61,278)
(25,053)
(38,686)
(157,446)
(42,384)
(37,179)
(52,226)
(72,069)
RM
0.14
0.09
0.13
0.11
0.25
0.24
0.01
0.16
0.20
0.09
%*
(852,149)
(1,729,612)
(813,541)
(299,207)
(342,093)
(1,176,812)
(1,694,187)
(293,829)
(461,094)
(1,401,122)
RM
1.74
1.69
1.73
1.35
2.16
1.81
0.30
1.23
1.77
1.66
%*
The table below shows the total annual expenses incurred by the Fund in their respective preceding financial year.
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1.29
(2,780,745)
f(273,307)
0.03
f(12,452)
1.50
1.50
(979,435)
1.25
(1,054,993)
(428,367)
Eastspring Dynamic
1.80
(743,319)
0.60
(374,212)
(545,826)
1.25
1.50
(111,519)
f(38,462)
Eastspring MY Focus
(1,471,268)
0.32
0.50
0.07
(2,397,360)
1.00
%*
Eastspring Bond
RM
Management Feef
Name of Funds
(30,347)
(49,233)
(45,707)
(23,989)
(33,036)
(18,000)
(139,037)
(18,000)
(30,566)
^(18,000)
(32,062)
(36,499)
(147,127)
(191,789)
RM
0.07
0.07
0.07
0.07
0.08
0.09
0.03
0.08
0.07
0.24
0.08
0.07
0.05
0.08
%*
Trustee Fee
(19,818)
(23,802)
(32,496)
(23,627)
(56,674)
(26,258)
(5,411)
(119,291)
(42,439)
(40,320)
(37,918)
(51,257)
(39,955)
(63,986)
RM
0.04
0.03
0.05
0.07
0.14
0.13
0.58
0.10
0.54
0.10
0.10
0.01
0.03
%*
(62,617)
(1,128,028)
(1,057,638)
(475,983)
(833,029)
(317,565)
(2,925,193)
(511,503)
(618,831)
(169,839)
(199,547)
(126,218)
(1,658,350)
(2,653,135)
RM
0.14
1.60
1.62
1.39
2.02
1.50
0.63
2.46
1.42
2.28
0.50
0.24
0.56
1.11
%*
2013
2012
1.66
1.64
1.66
1.77
1.77
1.81
1.23
1.34
1.28
0.30
0.33
0.35
1.81
1.74
1.89
2.16
1.94
1.69
1.35
Fund name
Eastspring Small-cap
2012
2011
1.73
1.68
1.66
Eastspring Growth
1.69
1.65
1.64
Eastspring Balanced
1.74
1.68
1.67
Eastspring Bond
1.11
1.10
1.11
0.56
0.56
0.56
0.24
0.19
0.20
0.50
0.46
0.46
2.28
1.89
1.60
Eastspring MY Focus
Fund name
2012
2011
1.42
1.44
1.47
2.46
2.28
2.18
0.63
0.63
0.63
1.50
1.47
1.41
Fund name
2012
2011
2.02
2.08
2.19
Eastspring Dynamic
1.39
1.44
1.45
1.62
1.64
1.66
1.60
1.61
1.60
0.14
0.19
0.17
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Note: Eastspring ASEAN al-Adiil: This Fund has been in operation since 28 October 2013 and its
first financial year end is on 30 June 2014. As this Fund is newly launched, there are no historical
financial highlights as yet.
THE AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE FUNDS ARE DISCLOSED IN THE RESPECTIVE FUNDS
ANNUAL REPORTS AND THE ANNUAL REPORTS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
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255
256
Repurchase charge
Fund name
Switching fee
Nil
Refer note 3
Nil
Nil
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Eastspring Islamic
Income
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
Eastspring Bond Plus
Up to 2.00%
Refer note 2
Eastspring
Institutional Income
Nil
Eastspring Enhanced
Income
Up to 3.00%
Eastspring Dana
Wafi
Nil
Eastspring Dana
al-Islah
Up to 3.00%
Not applicable
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Refer note 2
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Balanced
Up to 5.26%
Eastspring Asia
Select Income
Up to 5.00%
Eastspring ASEAN
al-Adiil
Up to 5.50%
Nil
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Refer note 2
Up to 0.50%
Refer note 1
__________________________
^ The sales charge is negotiatable due to the different levels of services provided by each Authorised Distributor
and/or the size of the investment undertaken.
# Unit Holders who invests through the EPF Members Investment Scheme will be levied a sales charge of up to
3.00% of the NAV per Unit or such other rate that may be determined by the EPF from time to time.
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Fund name
Sales charge^#
Repurchase charge
Up to 5.00%
Nil
Switching fee
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Refer note 2
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Small-cap
Up to 5.26%
Nil
Eastspring Growth
Eastspring Equity
Income
Up to 5.00%
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Refer note 2
Eastspring MY Focus
Eastspring Asia
Pacific Equity MY
Eastspring Dana
al-Ilham
Up to 5.26%
Eastspring Asia
Pacific Shariah
Equity
Up to 6.00%
Eastspring Dinasti
Equity
Up to 5.50%
Up to 0.50%
Refer note 1
FEEDER FUND
Eastspring Indonesia
Equity MY
Up to 5.50%
Eastspring Global
Emerging Markets
Up to 6.00%
Up to 0.50%
Refer note 1
Nil
Up to 0.50% or
RM1,000;
whichever is lower
Refer note 2
Eastspring Global
Basics MY
Eastspring Global
Leaders MY
Up to 5.00%
__________________________
^ The sales charge is negotiatable due to the different levels of services provided by each Authorised Distributor
and/or the size of the investment undertaken.
# Unit Holders who invests through the EPF Members Investment Scheme will be levied a sales charge of up to
3.00% of the NAV per Unit or such other rate that may be determined by the EPF from time to time.
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Switching from a Shariah-compliant fund to a conventional fund is not encouraged especially for
Muslim Unit Holders.
There is no transfer fee.
Other charges of the Fund; for instance bank charges, telegraphic or online transfer charges and
courier charges shall be borne by the Unit Holder in order to execute transactions on behalf of the
Unit Holder.
Please refer to page 265 for illustration on how the charges directly incurred by you when
purchasing or redeeming Units of the Fund are calculated.
Note 1: Up to 0.50% of the NAV per Unit is imposed on the redemption request made within
three (3) months from the date of investment.
The repurchase charge will be retained by the Manager.
Note 2: Up to 0.50% of the NAV per Unit is imposed on the total switched amount or RM1,000;
whichever is lower, on switches made within three (3) months from the date of investment or
date of switching into the Fund. In addition, an investor is required to pay a sales charge where
applicable when switching into another fund. Investor will be charged the difference between the
sales charges of these two (2) transacted funds. However, no sales charge will be imposed if the
fund to be switched into has a lower sales charge.
Please refer to pages 273-274 for details.
The switching fee will be retained by the Manager.
Note 3: Investor is required to pay a sales charge, where applicable when switching into
another fund. Investor will be charged the difference between the sales charges of these two (2)
transacted funds.
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Up to 0.50%
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
Up to 1.00%
Up to 1.25%
Eastspring Institutional
Income
Up to 0.60%
Eastspring Enhanced
Income
Up to 1.50%
Up to 1.00%
Eastspring Dana
al-Islah
Up to 1.50%
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Balanced
Up to 1.50%
Up to 1.50%
Eastspring ASEAN
al-Adiil
Up to 1.80%
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Refer note 4
Fund name
Up to 1.25%
Up to 1.50%
Eastspring Growth
Eastspring Equity
Income
Eastspring MY Focus
Eastspring Dana
al-Ilham
Up to 1.80%
Eastspring Indonesia
Equity MY
Up to 1.80%
Eastspring Global
Emerging Markets
Up to 1.80%
Eastspring Dinasti
Equity
FEEDER FUND
Refer note 4
Refer note 5
Eastspring Global
Basics MY
Eastspring Global
Leaders MY
Up to 1.75%
Refer note 5
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Note 4: There is no double charging of the annual management fee on the Target Fund, as the
Fund invests in Class D shares of the Target Fund which does not impose any annual management
fee.
Note 5: The Investment Manager of the Target Fund will rebate in full the annual management
fee into the Fund. Therefore, there will be no double charging of the annual management fee
on the Fund.
* Only fees incurred for the valuation for any investments of the Fund by independent valuers for the benefit
of the Fund.
Only expenses that are directly related and necessary for the operation and administration of the Fund may
be charged to the Fund. The allowable fees and charges are set out in the Deed.
For details of computation of annual management fee and annual trustee fee, please refer to
page 264.
Investors should note that the exact fees and charges incurred by the Fund in respect of the
Target Funds investment into ETFs are currently not ascertainable. In addition, investor should also
note that the fees and charges of an underlying ETF (including fees and charges which may be
0.10% or more of that underlying ETFs asset value) may not be available.
Note : The above fees and charges are exclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) or any other
similar sales tax or levy which are payable by you.
Commission payable
The sales and other commission payable to the Managers Authorised Distributors are not paid
from the Fund but from the sales charges retained by the Manager on a sale of Units.
262
Other charges
In executing transactions upon Unit Holders request, certain charges may be incurred. Unit
Holders shall bear these transaction charges, for instance bank charges, telegraphic or online
transfer charges and courier charges. The Manager reserves the right to vary such conditions from
time to time, which shall be communicated to Unit Holders in writing.
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Less :
Add :
Less :
RM 256,581,864
RM
12,653
RM
1,425
RM
492
NAV
(A)
RM 256,570,144
Units in circulation
(B)
510,257,649
RM 0.50282469
RM
0.5028
Pricing Policy
Single pricing policy
The Manager adopts the single pricing policy, i.e. the selling price and repurchase price is the NAV
per Unit rounded to four (4) decimal places.
Forward pricing
The Fund is valued on a forward pricing basis. The daily NAV per Unit is valued at the next
valuation point after the application to purchase or redeem Units is received by the Manager.
Incorrect pricing policy
The Manager shall ensure that the Fund and the Units are correctly valued and priced according
to the Deed and all relevant laws. Where there is an error in the valuation of the Fund, any
incorrect pricing of Units which is deemed to be significant, the Manager shall take remedial
264
action to correct the error. The Managers remedial action will involve the reimbursement of
money in the following manner:
(a) if there is an over pricing in relation to the purchase and creation of Units, the Fund shall
reimburse the Unit Holder;
(b) if there is an over pricing in relation to the redemption of Units, the Manager shall reimburse
the Fund;
(c) if there is an under pricing in relation to the purchase and creation of Units, the Manager
shall reimburse the Fund; and
(d) if there is an under pricing in relation to the redemption of Units, the Fund shall reimburse the
Unit Holder or former Unit Holder.
Reimbursement of money shall be made to Unit Holder if the incorrect pricing:
(a) is equal or more than 0.50% of the NAV per Unit; and
(b) results in a sum total of RM10.00 or more.
Selling price
Illustration : Computation of the selling price
Add :
Divide :
Investment amount
RM
10,000.00
RM
500.00
RM
10,500.00
Investment amount
RM
10,000.00
RM
0.5000
20,000.00
Repurchase price
Illustration : Computation of the repurchase price
Units intended for redemption
Less :
20,000.00
RM
10,100.00
RM
(50.50)
RM
10,049.50
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THE MANAGER MAY FOR ANY REASON AT ANY TIME, WAIVE OR REDUCE THE AMOUNT OF ANY FEES
(EXCEPT FOR TRUSTEE FEE) OR OTHER CHARGES PAYABLE BY YOU IN RESPECT OF ANY FUND. THIS MAY
APPLY EITHER GENERALLY (FOR ALL INVESTORS) OR SPECIFICALLY (FOR ANY PARTICULAR INVESTOR) AND
FOR ANY PERIOD OR PERIODS OF TIME AT OUR DISCRETION.
THE NAV PER UNIT OF THE FUND IS PUBLISHED DAILY IN MAJOR NEWSPAPERS. HOWEVER, SHOULD
THERE BE ANY INCONSISTENCIES BETWEEN THE PRICE PUBLISHED AND THE PRICE THE MANAGER
HAS ADOPTED; THE MANAGERS PRICE SHALL BE ADOPTED INSTEAD OF THE PRICE PUBLISHED
IN THE NEWSPAPERS. WHILE THE MANAGER CAN ENSURE THAT THE PRICES FORWARDED TO THE
NEWSPAPERS ARE ACCURATE, THE MANAGER HOWEVER CANNOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY
OR BE LIABLE FOR ANY ERROR IN PRICES FINALLY PUBLISHED IN THE NEWSPAPERS.
266
TRANSACTION INFORMATION
267
Non-individual
Unit Holders may be required to forward to the Manager additional documents to authenticate
your identification when transacting Units of the Funds. The Manager reserves the right to reject
any application without providing any reason.
The Manager allows Unit Holders the convenience of maintaining all your investments in ONE
single master account regardless of the number of funds in which you invest with the Manager.
Should Unit Holders wish to consider investments, subsequent investments, redemption,
switching or transfer of Units, Unit Holders must complete the relevant transaction forms which
can be obtained from the Managers head office, branches and Authorised Distributors.
268
NAV price
NAV price
269
Account No
514011-576079
312-143583032
305-417255-101
0003111-00-0
270
Fund name
Cut-off time
12.00 noon
10.30 a.m
The Units will be redeemed at the NAV per Unit calculated at the next valuation point (i.e.
forward pricing). The cut-off time will be determined based on the time and date stamp made at
the Managers head office and branches.
When the redemption application is received after the cut-off time as stated above, the
application will be deemed to have been received on the next Business Day. The Manager reserves
the right to vary the terms and conditions of redemption mode from time to time, which shall be
communicated to you in writing.
The Manager reserves the right to charge 0.50% of the NAV per Unit of the Fund if a redemption
request is made within three (3) months from the date of investment for Eastspring Dinasti Equity
and Eastspring Indonesia Equity MY.
Upon confirming your redemption of Units, you will receive a confirmation advice - sell.
Any correspondence and cheques will ONLY be sent to you at the correspondence address that is
registered by the Manager as provided in your application form.
For investments made under the EPF Members Investment Scheme, redemption proceeds will be
paid to the EPF to credit into your EPF account.
In the event if the Units carry more than one Unit Holders name, i.e. Joint Application,
redemption application will be signed by all the joint holders. If the application specifies Either
Applicant to sign, any one Unit Holder who is registered as a joint holder will have the authority
to request for a redemption of Units. In all cases, the redemption proceeds will be paid to the
first-named joint holder in the register.
The Manager shall despatch the redemption proceeds to you within ten (10) calendar days from
the date the Manager receives the duly completed transaction form - sell. Payment will be made
via E-payment according to your bank account details as stated in the duly completed transaction
form - sell. If you redeem immediately after the purchase of Units, the Manager shall have the
right to withhold the redemption application until sufficient time has elapsed to ensure that the
amount remitted by you (for purchase of Units) is realised and credited to the Managers principal
bank account.
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Cut-off time
12.00 noon
10.30 a.m
The cut-off time will be determined based on the time and date stamp made at the Managers
head office and branches.
When a cooling-off application is received after the cut-off time as stated above, the application
will be deemed to have been received on the next Business Day. The Manager reserves the
right to vary the terms and conditions of cooling-off mode from time to time, which shall be
communicated to you in writing.
272
Upon confirming your cooling-off of Units, you will receive a confirmation advice cooling-off.
Cooling-off proceeds will only be paid to the investor once the Manager has received cleared
funds for the original investment. Such proceeds shall be refunded to you within ten (10) calendar
days from the Managers receipt of the application for cooling-off.
No cooling-off period for the investment under EPF Members Investment Scheme.
273
The table below sets out the switching between funds with different sales charge.
Switching
from existing
fund
Fund with
sales charge
Fund with NO
sales charge
Switch at NAV
per Unit of the
Fund
The table below sets out as a guide when the Unit Holder switches out of a fund into another fund
managed by the Manager. All switches will be transacted on the same day except the following:
Switch out
Switch in
Switch in date
T day
T+1 day
T day
T+4 days
T day
T+1 day
Upon confirming your switching of Units, you will receive a confirmation advice switch.
Switching from a Shariah-compliant fund to a conventional fund is not encouraged for Muslim
Unit Holders.
TRANSFER OF UNITS
Unit Holders may transfer some or all of their Units held in the Fund to another Unit Holder by
completing a transaction form transfer. A transfer will be effected subject to the minimum
balance and terms and conditions applicable for the respective fund(s). However, Unit Holders
both the transferor and transferee should maintain the minimum Unit holding requirement for the
respective Funds after the transfer is made.
Transfer of Units applications should be made before the cut-off time of 4.00 p.m. on any
Business Day. The cut-off time will be determined based on the time and date stamp made at the
Managers head office and branches.
When a transfer application is received after the cut-off time stated above, the application will be
deemed to have been received on the next Business Day. The Manager reserves the right to vary the
terms and conditions of transfer from time to time, which shall be communicated to you in writing.
Upon confirming your transfer of Units, you will receive a confirmation advice transfer.
For a transfer in an IUTA nominee account, Unit Holder is required to redeem the Units in the
particular Fund and invest through the IUTA.
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275
TRANSACTION DETAILS
The table below sets out the minimum initial investment amount for each Fund.
Fund name
Regular
investment
(RM)
EPF Members
Investment Scheme
(RM)
50,000
50,000
Not available
100,000
100,000
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
1,000
1,000
100
10 million
Not available
Not available
Eastspring Enhanced Income
Eastspring Dana Wafi
1,000
100
1,000
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Balanced
Eastspring Asia Select Income
1,000
1,000
100
Not available
100
1,000
1,000
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100
Not available
1,000
Not available
Fund name
Regular
investment
(RM)
EPF Members
Investment Scheme
(RM)
1,000
100
Not available
1,000
100
Not available
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Dinasti Equity
FEEDER FUND
Eastspring Indonesia Equity MY
Eastspring Global Emerging
Markets
Eastspring Global Basics MY
Eastspring Global Leaders MY
The table below sets out the minimum additional investment amount and redemption of
Units for each Fund.
Fund name
Regular
investment
(RM)
EPF Members
Investment Scheme
(RM)
Minimum
redemption
(Units)
10,000
Eastspring Islamic
Income
50,000
50,000
Not
available
10,000
100,000
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
1,000
100
100
1 million
Not
available
1,000
5 million
Not available
Eastspring Enhanced
Income
Eastspring Dana Wafi
Eastspring Dana al-Islah
100
100
1,000
1,000
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Fund name
Regular
investment
(RM)
EPF Members
Investment Scheme
(RM)
Minimum
redemption
(Units)
BALANCED FUND
1,000
Eastspring Balanced
Eastspring Asia Select
Income
1,000
100
100
Not available
Eastspring ASEAN
al-Adiil
Not available
100
100
1,000
1,000
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Small-cap
Eastspring Growth
1,000
Eastspring Equity
Income
Eastspring MY Focus
Eastspring Asia Pacific
Equity MY
100
100
Eastspring Dana
al-Ilham
Not available
1,000
1,000
Not available
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100
Not available
1,000
The table below sets out the minimum switching, transfer and holding of Units for
each Fund.
Fund name
Minimum
switched out
(Units)
Minimum
transfer
(Units)
Minimum
holding
(Units)
10,000
Refer note 2
Any Units
Refer note 1
1,000
10,000
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
Not available
Not available
1,000
1 million
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
1,000
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
1,000
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
1,000
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Small-cap
Eastspring Growth
Eastspring Equity Income
Eastspring MY Focus
Eastspring Asia Pacific Equity MY
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
1,000
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Fund name
Minimum
switched out
(Units)
Minimum
transfer
(Units)
Minimum
holding
(Units)
FEEDER FUND
Eastspring Indonesia Equity MY
Eastspring Global Emerging Markets
Eastspring Global Basics MY
1,000
Any Units
Refer note 3
Refer note 1
1,000
The Manager reserves the right to change the above stipulated amounts or quantity from time to
time.
In the case of a partial redemption, instructions will be carried out only if the minimum holding
requirement (being 1,000 Units or such other quantity as the Manager may determine from time
to time) remains in the Fund. If the value of the remaining investments is below the minimum
requirement, all Units in the Fund the Unit Holder holds will be redeemed automatically. The same
applies for partial switching out.
In the event a master account has more than one registered owner, the first-named Unit Holder
(as determined by reference to the original master account application form) shall receive the
confirmation advices, all notices and correspondence with respect to the master account, as well
as any redemption proceeds or income distribution or other distributions. In addition, such firstnamed Unit Holder shall have the voting rights, as permitted, associated with such Units.
In the case of joint holders, any one of such joint holders may vote either personally or by proxy
as comprised in the joint holding. If the joint holders are present at any meeting either personally
or by proxy, the joint holder whose name stands first in the Unit Holder register shall alone be
entitled to vote.
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INCOME DISTRIBUTION
Distribution of income, if any, after deduction of taxation and expenses, will be declared as
follows:
Fund name
BOND FUND
Eastspring Bond
At least once a year, subject to the availability of income.
Eastspring Bond Plus
Eastspring Institutional Income
At least twice a year, subject to the availability of income.
Eastspring Enhanced Income
Eastspring Dana Wafi
At least once a year, subject to the availability of income.
Eastspring Dana al-Islah
BALANCED FUND
Eastspring Balanced
Eastspring Asia Select Income
Eastspring MY Focus
Incidental
Eastspring Asia Pacific Equity MY
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Fund name
EQUITY FUND
Eastspring Dana al-Ilham
Eastspring Asia Pacific Shariah
Equity
Incidental
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Incidental
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285
31/12/2012
(RM000)
31/12/2013
(RM000)
28,000
28,000
28,000
Shareholders funds
44,514
37,748
41,379
Turnover
68,033
66,908
79,139
Pre-tax profit
30,401
22,519
24,885
22,555
16,475
18,131
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The Manager has established risk and compliance department under the supervision of the
chief risk and compliance officer who is responsible for the risk and compliance functions of the
Manager. The chief risk and compliance officer reports to the board of directors and the audit and
compliance committee. The internal audit unit of the Prudential Group conducts all internal audit
functions and reports to the audit and compliance committee.
The chief risk and compliance officer is Ms Nor Azlina Mohd Akhir and her profile is as set out
below.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Roles and functions of the board of directors
The board of directors oversees the overall management of Eastspring Investments Berhad. The
board of directors comprise of six (6) members who meets every quarterly or more frequently,
when required.
Guy Robert Strapp
Chairman, non-independent director
Guy Robert Strapp is chief executive officer of Eastspring Investments, the asset management
business of Prudential Corporation Asia. He is also chief executive officer of Eastspring
Investments (Hong Kong) Ltd. He chairs the companys executive committee and is also a member
of Prudential Corporation Asias board of directors. He is responsible for overseeing and driving
growth across Eastspring Investments businesses in thirteen (13) countries. This includes joint
venture businesses with major partners in China, India and Hong Kong. Guy has held senior
executive positions at JP Morgan Investment Management, Citigroup Asset Management and
the BT Financial Group. His professional experience in Asia is extensive. Among other roles, he
has served as the chief investment officer of Samsung/JP Morgan ITMC in Korea and president of
Cititrust in Japan. He began his fund management career in Australia. Guy holds the Chartered
Financial Analyst designation and is a member of the Sydney Society of Investment Professionals.
He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Melbourne and a Diploma of
Applied Finance and Investment from the Securities Institute of Australia.
Ho Yik
Independent director, non-executive director
Ho Yik is a well regarded professional in the insurance industry. He has extensive working
experience in both the life and general insurance business. In 1968, he joined the Prudential
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Assurance Co. Ltd of UK as its country head in Malaysia. Under his leadership, the company grew
from a very small branch with a few staff to become one of the largest life insurance companies
at the time of his retirement as chief executive officer in year 2000. Upon his retirement, he was
appointed to the board of the company and has remained as director since. He is an Associate
and Chartered Insurer of the Chartered Insurance Institute of UK. He has attended many training
courses in management, investment, others including the recent Financial Institutions Directors
Education Programme, which is a requirement of Bank Negara.
Iskander bin Ismail Mohamed Ali
Independent director, non-executive director
Iskander Ismail was appointed as the independent director of the Manager on 14 June 2013. He
is a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants and fellow member of the Association
of Chartered Certified Accountants. He was formerly the executive director and chief executive
officer of Kenanga Fund Management Berhad. Having worked in the fund management industry
since 1982, he had previously held various senior management roles in the fund management
division/ subsidiary of Bumiputra Merchant Bankers Berhad and MIDF Berhad, where he was
also a director of several MIDF subsidiary companies. He was the first (and for a few years
thereafter) chairman of the Malaysian Association of Asset Managers, which he helped establish
in November 1996. He served on the Capital Market Advisory Council and was a member of the
Bursa Malaysia Berhad listing committee and of the Institutional Shareholders Pro Tem committee
under the Minority Shareholder Watchdog Group. He is an independent director of a Malaysian
public listed company. He also sits on the board of trustees of a local educational foundation.
Tan Sri Datuk Abdul Rahim bin Haji Din
Non-independent director, non-executive director
Tan Sri Datuk Abdul Rahim graduated from University of Malaya in Economics and has and
MBA from Detroit University in Michigan, USA. He also attended an Advance Management
Program from University of Harvard, USA. He has served in various government departments and
institutions including Employees Provident Fund and Permodalan Nasional Berhad from 1964 to
1996. He was appointed as executive director of Berjaya Group Berhad in 1996. He is currently
a director of Berjaya Corporation Berhad. He was appointed to our board of directors on 1
March 2006 bringing along with him more than forty (40) years of invaluable experiences in the
government and private sectors.
Julian Christopher Vivian Pull
Non-independent, non-executive director
Julian Christopher Vivian Pull is chief financial officer of Eastspring Investments, the asset
management business of Prudential Corporation Asia. He is a member of the executive committee
of Eastspring Investments and sits on the board of Prudential Corporation Asia. He is responsible
for the financial management of the business and works closely with both regional support
teams and venture management. He joined Eastspring Investments in 2000 as director of finance
and has held several senior roles including chief executive officer of Eastspring Investments
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(Singapore) Limited from 2008 to 2012 and chief operating officer of Eastspring Investments from
2006 to 2013. With more than twenty six (26) years of management experience in Asia, he has
previously held senior financial management positions at Singapore Telecom and Mtel Inc. He
holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from University College, London and an MBA
(distinction) in Finance and Investment from the University of Hull.
Cheah Lee Ling
Non-independent, executive director
Cheah Lee Ling read a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Pure Accounting at University
of Hull, United Kingdom and she also attended an MBA course in Imperial College, London.
She brings with her an extensive professional experience in audit, financial management and
investment management in both United Kingdom and Malaysia. She has a long track record
in delivering equity investment performance and numerous awards. She began her fund
management career in 1994 with a local bank and has accumulated substantial experience since
then in the capital market basically as a value investor. She was the chief investment officer of
the Manager from 2001-2008. She rejoined the Manager in November 2010 as deputy chief
executive officer and head of investments. She was appointed as chief executive officer on 17
December 2010 and to the board of the company on
10 January 2011.
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Abdul Khalil bin Abdul Hamid (independent member, for Shariah-compliant Funds only)
Abdul Khalil bin Abdul Hamid holds a Bachelor of Economics (Hons) (B.Admin) from the University
of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur. He joined Hongkong Bank in February 1979 and left in October 1985,
managing the customer service department. From November 1985 to July 1995, he joined Bank
of Nova Scotia Berhad where he was responsible for managing a varied portfolio of corporate and
commercial customers and also marketing and management of the banks real estate and public
sector business segments. In September 1995, he joined Affin Bank Berhad and his last position
there was as head of credit management. Khalil was also a member of the Islamic Banking
Management committee and the credit review & recovery committee of Affin Bank Berhad. In
April 2002, he joined Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ (M) Bhd as executive vice president and was
appointed as an advisor of Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ (Malaysia) Berhad in October 2012 prior
to retiring in October 2013.
Cheah Lee Ling (non-independent member)
Her profile is as aforementioned.
Tan Sri Datuk Abdul Rahim bin Haji Din (non-independent member)
His profile is as aforementioned.
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2004, she became one of the pioneers in setting up Corston Smith Asset Management Pte Ltd,
Singapore and Bumiwerks Asset Management Sdn Bhd. Yvonne holds a Bachelor of Science (First
Honours) from University Putra Malaysia and graduated from the Association of International
Accountants (UK) in 1993. She is a CFA Charterholder of the CFA Institute USA. She obtained her
Capital Markets and Services Representatives license in 2006 from the SC.
Ilene Chong Chin Huey
Chief Investment Officer, Fixed Income
Ilene Chong Chin Huey joined the Manager (Company) as head of fixed income on 1 January
2008 and she is the designated fund manager for fixed income investments. Prior to joining
the Company, she was the head of fixed income at Prudential Assurance Malaysia Berhad where
she managed all their fixed income portfolios since 1997 and has more than seven (7) years of
experience in actuarial work. Ilene holds a Bachelor of Science (First Class Hons) degree from
University of Malaya. She is professionally qualified as an Associate of the Society of Actuaries
USA, is a CFA Charterholder of the CFA Institute USA and a member of the Persatuan Pasaran
Kewangan Malaysia. She obtained her Capital Markets and Services Representative license in
2008 from the SC.
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Eastspring Investments Singapore was set up as a company in 1994 and has been managing
discretionary funds since 1995. As at 31 December 2013, Eastspring Investments Singapore had
approximately S$80.54 billion of assets under management, of which approximately S$57.11
billion were discretionary funds managed in Singapore.
The designated fund manager for the Eastspring Investments Asia Pacific Equity MY Fund is
Andrew Cormie. His profile is as set out below:
Andrew Cormie
Andrew Cormie is a portfolio manager in the equity team at Eastspring Investments (Singapore)
Limited. Andrew a member of the regional Asia focus team and joined Eastspring Investments
in 2008. He is also the lead manager for the Asia Pacific equity strategy. Andrew began his
investment career in 1982 with National Mutual Life Association. He then worked as an equity
dealer for JP Morgan Investment Management, Melbourne in 1984 and became their director,
responsible for Australian equity and balance business three (3) years later. In 1997, Andrew
became the head of global equity team of JP Morgan Investment Management, London. Andrew
was the founding partner and director of Voyager Funds Management Pty Limited between
2006/07. In all, Andrew has over thirty-two (32) years of investment experience. Andrew holds
a bachelor degree in Business Administration from Griffith University in Brisbane, Australia and a
diploma from the Securities Institute of Australia. He is a CFA Charterholder of the CFA Institute
USA.
THE FUND VALUER
Background of Deutsche Bank (Malaysia) Berhad
Deutsche Bank (Malaysia) Berhad (DBMB) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the parent
organisation, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft. Deutsche Bank established a presence in Kuala
Lumpur, Malaysia in 1967 and was incorporated on the 22 August 1994.
DBMB expanded its product offered to include fund accounting services in 2001.
Roles and duties of the fund valuer
The Manager has appointed Deutsche Bank (Malaysia) Berhad (DBMB) as the fund valuer for the
Fund.
The fund valuer is responsible for the computation of the NAV of the Fund in accordance with
the requirements of the Prospectus and the Deed. The fund valuer will report to the Manager
at the end of each Business Day on the NAV of the Fund including the daily purchases and sales
transactions, and stock holding report. The report will be sent to the Manager via fax, email and/
or other method as agreed by both parties.
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DBMB will undertake the accounting and valuation function for the Fund by way of a service level
agreement. Under the terms of the agreement, DBMB will maintain proper accounts; carry out
daily valuation/pricing and sending the unit prices for publication in the newspaper. All fees and
expenses arising out of this appointment are not charged to the Fund and are solely borne by the
Manager.
THE REGISTRAR AND TRANSFER AGENT
Background of Deutsche Trustees (Malaysia) Berhad
Deutsche Trustees (Malaysia) Berhad (DTMB) (Company No. 763590-H) was incorporated in
Malaysia on 22 February 2007 and commenced business in May 2007. The Company is registered
as a trust company under the Trust Companies Act 1949, with its business address at Level 20,
Menara IMC, 8 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur. DTMB expanded its service offering to
include Registrar and Transfer Agency (RTA) services in March 2010.
Leveraging on the existing RTA infrastructure within the Deutsche Bank Group, DTMB is
supported by Deutsche Investor Services Private Limited (DISPL). DISPL has been offering RTA
services in India and the rest of the Asian region since late 2006.
Roles and duties of the RTA
The Manager has appointed Deutsche Trustees (Malaysia) Berhad (DTMB) as the registrar and
transfer agent for the Fund.
DTMBs roles and duties encompass maintaining the register of Unit Holders, handling of account
opening, static data set-ups, financial transaction processing, reconciliation processing, corporate
actions, agency maintenance and preparing relevant reports or communication to investors and
regulators.
All fees and expenses arising out of this appointment are not charged to the Fund and are solely
borne by the Manager.
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4. scrutinising the Funds compliance report as provided by the compliance officer, transaction
report provided by or duly approved by the trustee and any other report deemed necessary
for the purpose of ensuring that the Funds investments are in line with the Shariah principles;
5. preparing a report to be included in the Funds quarterly and annual report certifying whether
the Funds have been managed and administered in accordance with the Shariah principles;
6. ensuring that the Funds comply, with any guideline, ruling or decision issued by the SC, with
regard to Shariah matters;
7. vetting and advising on the promotional materials of the Funds;
8. assisting and attending to any ad-hoc meeting called by the SC and/or any other relevant
authority.
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THE TRUSTEE
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Date of Incorporation
22 February 2007
Directors
Jacqueline William
Chang Wai Kah
Janet Choi
Jalalullail Othman*
Lew Lup Seong*
FINANCIAL POSITION
31 Dec 2013
(RM)
31 Dec 2012
(RM)
31 Dec 2011
(RM)
3,050,000
3,050,000
3,050,000
5,275,318
4,654,993
4,038,569
Revenue
8,292,251
5,725,581
4,162,341
4,156,392
3,066,962
2,282,980
2,908,737
2,288,412
1,671,988
__________________________
* independent director
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TRUSTEES DELEGATE
The Trustee has appointed DBMB as the custodian of the assets of the Funds. DBMB is a wholly
owned subsidiary of Deutsche Bank AG. DBMB offers its clients access to a growing domestic
custody network that covers over 30 markets globally and a unique combination of local expertise
backed by the resources of a global bank. In its capacity as the appointed custodian, DBMBs roles
encompass safekeeping of assets of the Fund; trade settlement management; corporate actions
notification and processing; securities holding and cash flow reporting; and income collection and
processing.
All investments are automatically registered in the name of, or to the order, of the Fund. DBMB
shall act only in accordance with instructions from the Trustee.
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RIGHTS
As a Unit Holder of the Fund, and subject to the provisions of the Deed, you have the right:
1. to receive distributions, if any, of the Fund;
2. to participate in any increase in the NAV of Units;
3. to call for Unit Holders meetings and to vote for the removal of the Trustee or the Manager
through a Special Resolution;
4. to exercise the cooling-off right;
5. to receive annual and interim reports on the Fund; and
6. to exercise such other rights and privileges as provided for in the Deed.
However, you would not have the right to require the transfer to you any of the investments or
assets of the Fund. Neither would you have the right to interfere with or to question the exercise
by the Trustee (or the Manager on the Trustees behalf) of the rights of the Trustee as trustee of
the investments and assetss of the Fund.
LIABILITIES
As a Unit Holder, and subject to the provisions of the Deed, your liabilities would be limited to the
following:
1. you would not be liable for nor would you be required to pay any amount in addition to the
payment for Units as set out in this master prospectus and the Deed.
2. you would not be liable to indemnify the trustee and/or the Manager in the event that the
liabilities incurred by the trustee and/or the Manager on behalf of the Fund exceed the NAV
of the Fund.
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Sales
charge
Repurchase
charge
Annual
management
fee
Annual
trustee fee
5.26%
Nil
2.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum
Eastspring
Islamic
Income
Nil
Nil
2.50%
0.50% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum (excluding
foreign custodian fees
and charges)
Eastspring
Bond
5.26%
Nil
2.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM30,000
per annum
Eastspring
Bond Plus
6.00%
2.00%
2.00%
0.08% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum (excluding
foreign custodian fees
and charges)
Eastspring
Institutional
Income
10.00%
5.00%
2.00%
0.20% subject
to a minimum of
RM18,000 per annum
and a maximum of
RM350,000 per annum
Eastspring
Enhanced
Income
7.00%
Nil
2.50%
1.00% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum (excluding
foreign custodian fees
and charges)
Eastspring
Dana Wafi
5.26%
5.00%
2.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum
Eastspring
Dana al-Islah
5.26%
Nil
3.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum
Eastspring
Cash
Management
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Fund name
Sales
charge
Repurchase
charge
Annual
management
fee
Annual
trustee fee
Eastspring
Balanced
5.26%
Nil
3.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM35,000
per annum
Eastspring
Asia Select
Income
10.00%
5.00%
2.00%
0.20% subject
to a minimum of
RM18,000 per annum
and a maximum of
RM350,000 per annum
Eastspring
ASEAN
al-Adiil
6.00%
2.00%
2.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum (excluding
foreign custodian fees
and charges)
Eastspring
Dynamic
5.00%
Nil
3.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum
Eastspring
Dana Dinamik
5.00%
Nil
3.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum
Eastspring
Small-cap
5.26%
Nil
3.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM35,000
per annum
Eastspring
Growth
5.26%
Nil
3.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM35,000
per annum
Eastspring
Equity Income
10.00%
10.00%
2.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum
Eastspring
MY Focus
5.00%
2.00%
2.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum (excluding
foreign custodian fees
and charges)
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Fund name
Sales
charge
Repurchase
charge
Annual
management
fee
Annual
trustee fee
Eastspring
Asia Pacific
Equity MY
10.00%
5.00%
2.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum
Eastspring
Dana al-Ilham
5.26%
Nil
3.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum
Eastspring
Asia Pacific
Shariah Equity
6.00%
Nil
1.80%
1.00% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum (excluding
foreign custodian fees
and charges)
Eastspring
Dinasti Equity
10.00%
5.00%
2.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum (excluding
foreign custodian fees
and charges)
Eastspring
Indonesia
Equity MY
6.00%
2.00%
2.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum (excluding
foreign custodian fees
and charges)
Eastspring
Global
Emerging
Markets
6.00%
Nil
1.80%
0.08% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum (excluding
foreign custodian fees
and charges)
Eastspring
Global Basics
MY
10.00%
5.00%
2.00%
0.20% subject to a
minimum of RM18,000
per annum
Eastspring
Global
Leaders MY
10.00%
5.00%
2.00%
0.20% subject
to a minimum of
RM18,000 per annum
and a maximum of
RM350,000 per annum
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m) remuneration and out of pocket expenses of the independent members of the investment
committee of the Fund, unless the Manager decides otherwise;
n) costs, fees and expenses deemed by the Manager to have been incurred in connection with
any change or the need to comply with any change or introduction of any law, regulation
or requirement (whether or not having the force of law) of any governmental or regulatory
authority; and
o) (where the custodial function is delegated by the Trustee) charges and fees paid to subcustodians taking into custody any foreign assets or investments of the Fund.
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d) the Trustee has failed or refused to act as trustee in accordance with the provisions or
covenants of the Deed or any relevant law; or
e) a receiver has been appointed over the whole or a substantial part of the assets or
undertaking of the Trustee and has not ceased to act under that appointment; or
f) a petition has been presented for the winding up of the Trustee (other than for the purpose
of and followed by a reconstruction, unless during or following such reconstruction the
Trustee becomes or is declared insolvent); or
g) the Trustee is under investigation for conduct that contravenes the Trust Companies Act
1949, the Trustee Act 1949, the Companies Act 1965 or any relevant law.
Retirement of the Trustee
The Trustee may retire upon giving three (3) months (or such other period as the Manager and
the Trustee may agree upon) notice in writing to the Manager of its desire so to do, provided such
retirement is in accordance with the provisions of the Deed.
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present in person or by proxy, who must hold in aggregate at least twenty-five per centum (25%)
of the Units in circulation at the time of the meeting, and provided further that if the Fund has
five (5) or less Unit Holders, the quorum required for a meeting of the Unit Holders of the Fund
shall be two (2) Unit Holders, whether present in person or by proxy; if the meeting has been
convened for the purpose of removing the Manager and/or the Trustee, the Unit Holders present
in person or by proxy must hold in aggregate at least twenty-five per centum (25%) of the Units
in circulation at the time of the meeting.
Meetings directed by Unit Holders
Unless otherwise required or allowed by the relevant laws, the Manager shall, within twenty-one
(21) days of receiving a direction from not less than fifty (50) or one-tenth (1/10) of Unit Holders,
whichever is less, summon a meeting of the Unit Holders by:
a) sending by post at least seven (7) days before the date of the proposed meeting a notice of
the proposed meeting to all the Unit Holders;
b) publishing at least fourteen (14) days before the date of the proposed meeting an
advertisement giving notice of the proposed meeting in a national language newspaper
published daily and another newspaper approved by the relevant authorities; and
c) specifying in the notice the place and time of the meeting and the terms of the resolutions to
be proposed at the meeting.
The Unit Holders may apply to the Manager to summon a meeting for any purpose including,
without limitation, for the purpose of:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
provided always that the Manager shall not be obliged to summon such a meeting unless a
direction has been received from not less than fifty (50) or one-tenth (1/10) of all the Unit Holders,
whichever is the lesser number.
Unit Holders meeting convened by the Manager or Trustee
Unless otherwise required or allowed by the relevant laws and the Deed, the Manager or the
Trustee may convene a Unit Holders meeting pursuant to the relevant provisions of the Deed by
giving Unit Holders at least fourteen (14) days written notice specifying the place and time of the
meeting and the terms of the resolutions to be proposed.
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OTHER INFORMATION
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The following example illustrates the redemption process if a Unit Holder has requested for
redemption of 1,000,000 units in the event a large amount of redemption requests are received
(more than 30% of the Funds NAV).
Assuming that the total redemption request by all Unit Holders on a Business Day is 10 million
units, the proportion of the Unit Holders redemption request would be 10% against total total
redemption requests received. The Manager shall dispose of the assets of the Funds over several
days to meet the huge redemption request, hence there will be several repurchase prices being
computed. However, the basis of computing the daily NAV of the Fund and the repurchase price
remains the same as illustrated on page 265.
Assuming the liquidation of assets takes three days to complete, below are the details on
computation of the Unit Holders redemption proceeds based on several repurchase prices.
Total Cash
Available for
Redemptions
Buying
Price
per Unit
Total Units
Available for
Redemptions
Your
Redemption
Quantum
(Up to 10%
of Total Units
Available for
Redemption)
Your
Redemption
Proceed
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(b) x (d)
RM
RM
Units
Units
RM
Day 1
1,904,800
0.4762
4,000,000
400,000
190,480
Day 2
2,261,500
0.4523
5,000,000
500,000
226,150
Day 3
1,400,100
0.4667
3,000,000
100,000
46,670
1,000,000
463,300
Business
Day
As illustrated, Unit Holders redemption requests will be based on the repurchase prices on three
valuation points on three days, instead of the next valuation point on the day his or her request is
received by the Manager.
Eastspring Asia Pacific Equity MY
The Eastspring Asia Pacific Equity MY has obtained approval from SC for two variations of the
Guidelines on Unit Trust Funds issued on 1 April 2003. Clause 11.10(3) of the Guidelines on Unit
Trust Funds issued on 1 April 2003 which requires a valuation to be carried out at the time of the
close of business of the Bursa Malaysia at 5.00 p.m. regardless of whether or not there are more
valuations performed in a day and Clause 1.0(3) Schedule C of the Guidelines on Unit Trust Funds
issued on 1 April 2003 which provides that the value of the Funds holding of units or shares in
other collective investment schemes must not exceed 10% of the Funds NAV.
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Generally, any gain / loss relating to the principal portion will be treated as capital gain / loss.
Gains / losses relating to the income portion would normally be treated as revenue gains /
losses. The gain / loss on revaluation will only be taxed or claimed upon realisation. Any gain /
loss on foreign exchange is treated as capital gain / loss if it arises from the revaluation of the
principal portion of the investment.
(4) Income from Malaysia Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
Income from distribution from REITs will be received net of final withholding tax of 10 per
cent. No further tax will be payable by the Funds on the distribution. Distribution from such
income by the Funds will also not be subject to further tax in the hands of the Unit Holders.
(5) Tax Deductible Expenses
Expenses wholly and exclusively incurred in the production of gross income are allowable as
deductions under Section 33(1) of the Act. In addition, Section 63B of the Act provides for
tax deduction in respect of Managers remuneration, expenses on maintenance of the register
of Unit Holders, share registration expenses, secretarial, audit and accounting fees, telephone
charges, printing and stationery costs and postages based on a formula subject to a minimum
of 10 per cent and a maximum of 25 per cent of the expenses.
(6) Real Property Gains Tax
With effect from 1 January 2014, any gains on disposal of real properties (chargeable asset)
or shares in real property companies3 (chargeable asset) would be subject to real property
gains tax (RPGT) as follows:Disposal time frame
RPGT rates
Within 3 years
30%
20%
15%
5%
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Yours faithfully,
for and on behalf of
PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS TAXATION SERVICES SDN BHD
Section 2(7) of the Income Tax Act 1967, any reference to interest shall apply, mutatis mutandis, to gains or
profits received and expenses incurred, in lieu of interest, in transaction conducted in accordance with the
principles of Shariah.
The effect of this is that any gains or profits received and expenses incurred, in lieu of interest, in
transactions conducted in accordance with the principles of Shariah, will be accorded the same tax
treatment as if they were interest.
Structured products approved by the Securities Commission Malaysia are deemed to be debenture under
the Capital Markets and Services Act, 2007 and fall within the scope of exemption.
A real property company is a controlled company which owns or acquires real property or shares in real
property companies with a market value of not less than 75 per cent of its total tangible assets. A controlled
company is a company which does not have more than 50 members and is controlled by not more than 5
persons.
Pursuant to Goods And Services Tax Guide on Fund Management (draft as at 27 October 2013) issued by
the Royal Malaysian Customs.
Resident companies with paid up capital in respect of ordinary shares of RM2.5 million and below will pay
tax at 20 per cent for the first RM500,000 of chargeable income with the balance taxed at 25 per cent.
With effect from year of assessment (YA) 2009, the above shall not apply if more than
(a) 50 per cent of the paid up capital in respect of ordinary shares of the company is directly or indirectly
owned by a related company;
(b) 50 per cent of the paid up capital in respect of ordinary shares of the related company is directly or
indirectly owned by the first mentioned company;
(c) 50 per cent of the paid up capital in respect of ordinary shares of the first mentioned company and the
related company is directly or indirectly owned by another company.
Related company means a company which has a paid up capital in respect of ordinary shares of more
than RM2.5 million at the beginning of the basis period for a year of assessment.
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It was recently announced during the 2014 Budget that the Malaysian corporate income tax rate will be
reduced to 24 per cent effective YA 2016.
It was recently announced during the 2014 Budget that the income tax rates for individual tax residents in
Malaysia will be reduced to rates ranging from 1 to 25 per cent effective YA 2015.
It was recently announced during the 2014 Budget that the income tax rate for non-individuals in Malaysia
will be reduced to 25 per cent effective YA 2015.
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Dear Sirs
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debentures or Islamic securities, other than convertible loan stock, approved by the Securities
Commission Malaysia; or
Bon Simpanan Malaysia issued by the Central Bank of Malaysia; or
bonds or securities issued by Pengurusan Danaharta Nasional Berhad; or
a bank or financial institution licensed under the Banking and Financial Institutions Act 2013
or Islamic Financial Services Act 2013; or
Islamic securities (including sukuks) originating from Malaysia, other than convertible loan
stocks, issued in any currency other than Ringgit and approved by the Securities Commission
Malaysia or Labuan Financial Services Authority; or
a Sukuk Wakala, other than a convertible loan stock, issued in any currency by Wakala Global
Sukuk Berhad.
The Funds may receive dividends, interest and other income from investments outside Malaysia.
Income derived from sources outside Malaysia and received in Malaysia by a resident unit trust is
exempt from Malaysian income tax. However, such income may be subject to tax in the country
from which it is derived.
Any income received by the Funds from a Sukuk Issue which has been issued by the Malaysia
Global Sukuk Inc will be exempt from tax.
Any income received by the Funds from a Sukuk Ijarah, other than convertible loan stock, issued
in any currency by 1Malaysia Sukuk Global Berhad will be exempt from tax.
Discount or profit received by the Funds from sale of bonds or securities issued by Pengurusan
Danaharta Nasional Berhad or Danaharta Urus Sendirian Berhad is exempt from tax.
Discounts earned by the Funds from the following are also exempt from tax:securities or bonds issued or guaranteed by the government; or
debentures or Islamic Securities, other than convertible loan stock, approved by the Securities
Commission Malaysia; or
Bon Simpanan Malaysia issued by the Central Bank of Malaysia.
Single tier dividends received by the Funds are exempt from tax and expenses incurred by the
Funds in relation to such dividend income are disregarded.
Tax deductions in respect of the Funds expenses such as managers remuneration, expenses
on maintenance of a register of unit holders, share registration expenses, secretarial, audit and
accounting fees, telephone charges, printing and stationery costs and postage (permitted
expenses) are allowed based on a prescribed formula subject to a minimum of 10% and a
maximum of 25% of the total permitted expenses.
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Rates
30%
Disposal after 3 years and within 4 years from the date of acquisition
20%
Disposal after 4 years and within 5 years from the date of acquisition
15%
0%
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Individuals and other non-corporate Unit Holders who are resident in Malaysia will be subject to
income tax at scale rates. The prevailing scale tax rates range from 1% to 26%. It was proposed
in the 2014 Budge that the maximum tax rate of 26% be reduced by 1% to 25% with effect
from YA 2015.
Individuals and other non-corporate Unit Holders who are not resident in Malaysia, for tax
purposes, will be subject to Malaysian income tax (the prevailing rate is 26%). It was proposed
in the 2014 Budge that the tax rate of 26% be reduced by 1% to 25% with effect from YA
2015. Non resident Unit Holders may also be subject to tax in their respective jurisdictions and
depending on the provisions of the relevant tax legislation and any double tax treaties with
Malaysia, the Malaysian tax suffered may be creditable in the foreign tax jurisdictions.
The distribution of single-tier dividends and tax exempt income by the Funds will not be subject
to tax in the hands of the Unit Holders in Malaysia. Distribution of foreign income will also be
exempt in the hands of the Unit Holders.
Units split by the Funds will be exempt from tax in Malaysia in the hands of the Unit Holders.
Any gains realised by the Unit Holders (other than financial institutions, insurance companies and
those dealing in securities) from the transfers or redemptions of the units are treated as capital
gains which are not subject to income tax in Malaysia.
The tax position is based on the Malaysian tax laws and provisions as they stand at present. All
prospective investors should not treat the contents of this letter as advice relating to taxation
matters and are advised to consult their own professional advisers concerning their respective
investments.
Yours faithfully
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603-2282 2280
603-2282 3855
info@sidrec.com.my
3. You can also direct your complaint to the SC even if you have initiated a dispute resolution
process with SIDREC. To make a complaint, please contact the SCs Investor Affairs &
Complaints Department:
(a) via phone to the
Aduan Hotline at
aduan@seccom.com.my
www.sc.com.my
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Signature : ________________________________________________________
Full name : ________________________________________________________
Date
: ________________________________________________________
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336
337
anti-money laundering requirements, tax identification (including for the purpose of compliance
with the Applicable Requirements), processing of transaction(s) and/or any other general business
purposes (except for direct marketing and promotion of the Managers other products and
services) by the Manager.
For the purposes of the aforesaid notice, the term personal data shall have the same meaning
prescribed in the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (the PDPA) and the term processed shall
have the same meaning as processing as prescribed in the PDPA.
Please refer to the subscription or application form for further details on the personal data
protection requirements.
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SELANGOR
Eastspring Investments Berhad
Unit B-1-27 & B-1-28, Block Bougainvillea
10 Boulevard, Jalan Cempaka
Kg Sg Kayu Ara
Lebuhraya Sprint, PJU 6A
47400 Petaling Jaya
Selangor
Tel: 603-7839 5288
SABAH
Eastspring Investments Berhad
Suite E3, 9th Floor, CPS Tower
Centre Point Sabah
No. 1, Jalan Centre Point
88000 Kota Kinabalu
Sabah
Tel: 6088-238 613
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340
341
342
Client Services
T: (603) 2332 1000 F: (603) 2052 3366
cs.my@eastspring.com
MA-I.0414.01
MA-I.0414.01
Eastspring Investments Berhad (531241- U)
Level 12, Menara Prudential,
10 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Client Services (603) 2332 1000
Client Services Fax (603) 2052 3366
Email cs.my@eastspring.com
Website www.eastspringinvestments.com.my
In accordance with the requirements of the Capital Markets and Services Act 2007 (CMSA), this Master Account
Opening Form (MAOF) should not be circulated unless accompanied by the prospectus or information memorandum
and supplemental thereto (if any). You should read and understand the contents of the prospectus or information
memorandum and supplemental thereto (if any) before completing the MAOF. Complete in BLOCK LETTERS and
BLACK INK only and tick ( ) where applicable. All fields are mandatory, if applicable.
INDIVIDUAL
Salutation
MR
MS
MDM
Others
Full Name
(as in NRIC/Passport)
Date of Birth
Country of Birth*
Residential/Permanent Address
Postcode
City
State
Contact No.*
Country*
Home
Office
Mobile
COUNTRY CODE*
AREA CODE
Office Extension
PHONE NUMBER
Email Address
Occupation
Name of Employer/Company Name
Nature of Business
Nationality/Status
Race
Gender
Malaysian, Bumiputera
Malay
Malaysian, Non-Bumiputera
Chinese
Male
Employment
Others
Female
Business
(Please specify)
Source of Income
Indian
Savings/Inheritance
Investment Objective
< RM50,000
Retirement
Capital gain
< 1 year
3 - 5 years
RM50,001 - RM100,000
Children's
education
Capital
preservation
1 - 3 years
> 5 years
RM100,001 - RM200,000
RM200,001 - RM300,000
No
RM300,001 - RM400,000
> RM400,000
Full Name
as in NRIC/Passport/Birth Certificate (if minor)
NRIC/Passport No. or
Birth Certificate No. (if minor)
Date of Birth
Country of Birth*
Residential/Permanent Address
(Leave blank if address is same as
Principal Account Holder)
Postcode
State
City
Country*
*If country is United States of America (US), please provide the relevant FATCA forms. Please note that nothing on this form is intended to constitute as tax advice. Please seek
independent tax advice or refer to www.irs.gov for more information on the appropriate tax form to be provided.
MA-I.0414.01
Home
Office
Mobile
COUNTRY CODE*
Office Extension
AREA CODE
PHONE NUMBER
Email Address
Occupation
Name of Employer/Company Name
Nature of Business
Nationality/Status
Race
Gender
Source of Income
Malaysian, Bumiputera
Malay
Indian
Male
Employment
Malaysian, Non-Bumiputera
Chinese
Others
Female
Business
(Please specify)
Savings/Inheritance
< RM50,000
Parent
Child
< 1 year
3 - 5 years
RM50,001 - RM100,000
Spouse
Sibling
1 - 3 years
> 5 years
RM100,001 - RM200,000
Others
RM200,001 - RM300,000
(Please specify)
RM300,001 - RM400,000
> RM400,000
CORRESPONDENCE ADDRESS
Leave blank if mail to Principal Account Holder
Correspondence Address
Note: Hold mail and c/o is not acceptable.
Postcode
City
State
Country*
Bank Name
Income distribution
All distributions will be reinvested
automatically unless otherwise specified
herewith.
Beneficiary Name(s)
I/We am/are not acting as a nominee for any undisclosed third party and none of the
investment monies invested with Eastspring was derived from proceeds from an unlawful
activity as defined by the Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorism Financing Act 2001.
Applicable to wholesale funds only - I/We hereby confirm that I/we am/are qualified
investor(s) as defined in Clause 11 of the Terms and Conditions of the Eastspring MAOF.
I/We hereby agree to indemnify Eastspring against all actions, suits, proceedings, claims,
damages, and losses which may be suffered by Eastspring as a result of any inaccuracy of
declarations herein.
Date
Reporting Branch
Contact No.
Joint Account Holder
(not to be signed if under 18 years old)
Date
*If country is United States of America (US), please provide the relevant FATCA forms. Please note that nothing on this form is intended to constitute as tax advice. Please seek
independent tax advice or refer to www.irs.gov for more information on the appropriate tax form to be provided.
MA-I.0414.01
8.2.
Agent means any authorised distributor of Funds managed by Eastspring and refers to registered
Eastspring Unit Trust Consultants, Institutional Unit Trust Advisers and Corporate Unit Trust Advisers.
Applicant means a person or entity applying to open a Master Account with Eastspring.
Deed means the deeds or master deeds for the respective Funds and any other supplemental
deeds and master supplemental deeds that may be entered into between Eastspring and the
Trustee and registered with the Securities Commission Malaysia.
Eastspring means Eastspring Investments Berhad.
Fund or Funds means any unit trust schemes managed by Eastspring.
Offering Document means the relevant prospectus or information memorandum of the Funds,
and supplemental prospectus or information memorandum thereto (if any) for the Fund(s), issued
by Eastspring and has been lodged with the Securities Commission Malaysia.
Unit Holder means the person or persons or entity for the time being who is registered pursuant
to the Deed as a holder of units of the Fund(s).
Joint Holder means the person who jointly (equally) share concomitant rights and liabilities as
Unit Holders of the Fund.
Trustee means Deutsche Trustees Malaysia Berhad.
By applying to open a Master Account with Eastspring, the Applicant agrees that:
The Applicant will be bound by these Terms and Conditions and the terms of the constituting
documents such as the Deed and Offering Documents of the relevant Fund(s) in respect of all
transactions. Where there are conflicting terms, the terms of the relevant Deed shall prevail.
1.
Instructions/Voice Recordings
1.1.
All instructions given or purported to be given via any written or facsimile transaction
by the persons authorised to operate the Eastspring Master Account as named in the
Eastspring Master Account Opening Form (the Form) or otherwise in writing are
binding on the Applicant. Eastspring shall have no obligation to verify the authenticity
of any such instructions or the identity of any person giving such instructions.
1.2.
Eastspring shall be entitled to use voice recording devices to record instructions
communicated to it and such recording(s) may constitute evidence of the instructions.
2.
Agent
2.1.
If an Agent is named in the Form, Eastspring is entitled to process any relevant
instructions received from such Agent without further reference to the Applicant
unless Eastspring has received prior contrary instructions in writing duly signed by the
Applicant.
2.2.
Eastspring shall be entitled to regard the Agent as the Applicants agent throughout
the period of operation of the Eastspring Master Account unless otherwise notified in
writing. Eastspring shall not be responsible for any action or omission on the part of
the Agent and shall be under no obligation to verify the authenticity of the
instructions received or to determine whether or not such instructions were
authorised. The Applicant shall have no right of action against Eastspring in
connection with the execution by Eastspring of such instructions and undertakes not
to make any claim against Eastspring in connection thereof.
2.3.
Eastspring reserves the right to reassign another qualified person to replace
Applicants Agent at any time deemed fit and without having to give any reason
whatsoever by prior notice.
3.
Confirmation Advices/Statements
Confirmation advices, statements, cheques and other documents shall be sent at the risk of
the Applicant to the Applicants address as detailed in the Form. If the Applicant fails to notify
Eastspring in writing of any errors in the confirmation advice within 14 calendar days, or in the
statement within 30 days of issue, the Applicant shall be deemed to have waived any right to
raise any objection to pursue any remedies against Eastspring or the relevant Trustee(s).
4.
Monies
4.1.
All application monies must be paid or remitted as instructed and any cheque(s) must
be honoured when presented.
4.2.
If an application is rejected in whole or in part, the application monies or balance
thereof will be returned (without interests, or any returns in the case of Islamic funds)
by Eastspring by cheque or, at the cost of the Applicant, by telegraphic transfer, within
30 calendar days from the date of application.
4.3.
The Applicant confirms that Eastspring may issue a cheque in Ringgit Malaysia to
settle any redemption or other monies (if any) payable by Eastspring. Such cheque
shall be made payable to the Unit Holder(s) registered from time to time and sent to
the last registered address of the Unit Holder(s) on Eastsprings records unless
otherwise notified in writing.
4.4.
In the absence of any expressed instructions in the Form, the Applicant hereby
authorises Eastspring to automatically reinvest any distributions in the relevant Fund(s)
without further reference to the Applicant.
5.
Rejection/Cancellation of Application
Eastspring as the Manager of the respective Funds is entitled to:
a)
Reject any Form, which is not completed in full and supported by the requested
documents and payments;
b)
Cancel any units issued if the payment for the units cannot be matched within 7
business day of the receipt of the application or subscription instruction; and
c)
In its absolute discretion (without giving any reason) reject in whole or part hereof any
application for subscription or switching and suspend the operation of the Eastspring
Master Account.
6.
Representation
The Applicant shall not rely on any information or representations other than those contained
in the relevant Deed, Offering Documents and their supplementals, if any.
7.
Notices
8.
All notices and other documents shall be sent at the risk of the Applicant to the Applicant's
address as stated in the Form. Unless due to wilful default or negligence of Eastspring,
Eastspring shall not be responsible for any inaccuracy, interruption, error, delay or failure in
transmission or delivery of any notices via whatever means as agreed by the Applicant, or for
any equipment failure or malfunction.
Eastspring shall not be liable for any direct or indirect consequential losses arising from the
foregoing.
Indemnity
8.1.
The Applicant hereby indemnifies Eastspring and the Trustee and any of their Agents
against any actions, proceedings, claims, losses, damages, costs and expenses which
may be brought, suffered or incurred by any or all of them arising either directly out
of or in connection with this Form or in connection with Eastspring accepting, relying
on or failing to act on any instructions given by or on behalf of the Applicant unless
due to the wilful default or negligence of Eastspring.
9.
The Applicant acknowledges and accepts that Eastspring has absolute discretion to
rely on facsimile confirmation from the Applicant and undertakes to indemnify and
hold harmless Eastspring, its employees and Agents against all costs, expenses, loss of
liabilities, claims and demands arising out of relying on the Applicants confirmation.
Set Off
Eastspring is entitled to set off any claim, which Eastspring or the Trustee may have against any
of the assets, units or cash of the Applicant held by Eastspring or relevant Trustee(s).
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MA-NI.0414.01
Eastspring Investments Berhad (531241- U)
Level 12, Menara Prudential,
10 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Client Services (603) 2332 1000
Client Services Fax (603) 2052 3366
Email cs.my@eastspring.com
Website www.eastspringinvestments.com.my
In accordance with the requirements of the Capital Markets and Services Act 2007 (CMSA), this Master Account
Opening Form (MAOF) should not be circulated unless accompanied by the prospectus or information memorandum
and any supplemental thereto (if any). You should read and understand the contents of the prospectus or information
memorandum and any supplemental thereto (if any) before completing the MAOF. Complete in BLOCK LETTERS and
BLACK INK only and tick ( ) where applicable. All field names are mandatory, if applicable.
NON-INDIVIDUAL
COMPANY/ORGANISATION DETAILS
Name of Organisation
(as per Certificate of Incorporation/Registration)
Date of Incorporation/Registration
Country of Incorporation/Registration*
Malaysia
Postcode
City
State
Contact No.*
Country*
Office
Fax
COUNTRY CODE*
Office Extension
AREA CODE
PHONE NUMBER
Postcode
City
State
Contact No.*
Country*
Office
Fax
COUNTRY CODE*
AREA CODE
Office Extension
PHONE NUMBER
Affiliations
Source of Funds
Yes
Listed Company
No
Exchange Name:
Non-listed Company
Does any US Person/entity (3), directly or indirectly, own more than 10% of the
organisation?
Yes (Please provide relevant FATCA forms)*
No
Others
Office
Fax
COUNTRY CODE*
Office Extension
AREA CODE
PHONE NUMBER
*If country is United States of America (US), please provide the relevant FATCA forms. Please note that nothing on this form is intended to constitute as tax advice. Please seek
independent tax advice or refer to www.irs.gov for more information on the appropriate tax form to be provided.
MA-NI.0414.01
Office
Fax
COUNTRY CODE*
Office Extension
AREA CODE
PHONE NUMBER
CORRESPONDENCE ADDRESS
Please mail to Registered Office Address
Correspondence Address
Note: Hold mail and c/o is not acceptable.
Postcode
City
State
Country*
1. Bank Name
Income distribution
4. Beneficiary Name(s)
Reporting Branch
Name:
Date
Eastspring UTC Code
Authorised Signatory 2
Contact No.
Name:
Date
Company Stamp
*If country is United States of America (US), please provide the relevant FATCA forms. Please note that nothing on this form is intended to constitute as tax advice. Please seek
independent tax advice or refer to www.irs.gov for more information on the appropriate tax form to be provided.
MA-NI.0414.01
Instructions/Voice Recordings
1.1.
All instructions given or purported to be given via any written or facsimile
transaction by the persons authorised to operate the Eastspring Master Account
as named in the Eastspring Master Account Opening Form (the Form) or
otherwise in writing are binding on the Applicant. Eastspring shall have no
obligation to verify the authenticity of any such instructions or the identity of any
person giving such instructions.
1.2.
Eastspring shall be entitled to use voice recording devices to record instructions
communicated to it and such recording(s) may constitute evidence of the
instructions.
2.
Agent
2.1.
If an Agent is named in the Form, Eastspring is entitled to process any instructions
received from such Agent without further reference to the Applicant unless
Eastspring has received prior contrary instructions in writing duly signed by the
Applicant.
2.2.
Eastspring shall be entitled to regard the Agent as the Applicants agent
throughout the period of operation of the Eastspring Master Account unless
otherwise notified in writing. Eastspring shall not be responsible for any action or
omission on the part of the Agent and shall be under no obligation to verify the
authenticity of the instructions received or to determine whether or not such
instructions were authorised. The Applicant shall have no right of action against
Eastspring in connection with the execution by Eastspring of such instructions and
undertakes not to make any claim against Eastspring in connection thereof.
2.3.
Eastspring reserves the right to reassign another qualified person to replace
Applicants Agent at any time deemed fit and without having to give any reason
whatsoever by prior notice.
3.
Confirmation Advices/Statements
Confirmation advices, statements, cheques and other documents shall be sent at the risk of
the Applicant to the Applicants address as detailed in the Form. If the Applicant fails to
notify Eastspring in writing of any errors in the confirmation advice within 14 calendar days,
or in the statement within 30 days of issue, the Applicant shall be deemed to have waived
any right to raise any objection to pursue any remedies against Eastspring or the relevant
Trustee(s).
4.
Monies
4.1.
All application monies must be paid or remitted as instructed and any cheque(s)
must be honoured when presented.
4.2.
If an application is rejected in whole or in part, the application monies or balance
thereof will be returned (without interests, or any returns in the case of Islamic
funds) by Eastspring by cheque or, at the cost of the Applicant, by telegraphic
transfer, within 30 calendar days from the date of application.
4.3.
The Applicant confirms that Eastspring may issue a cheque in Ringgit Malaysia to
settle any redemption or other monies (if any) payable by Eastspring. Such cheque
shall be made payable to the Unit Holder(s) registered from time to time and sent
to the last registered address of the Unit Holder(s) on Eastsprings records unless
otherwise notified in writing.
4.4.
In the absence of any expressed instructions in the Form, the Applicant hereby
authorises Eastspring to automatically reinvest any distributions in the relevant
Fund(s) without further reference to the Applicant.
5.
Rejection/Cancellation of Application
Eastspring as the Manager of the respective Funds is entitled to:
a)
Reject any Form, which is not completed in full and supported by the requested
documents and payments;
b)
Cancel any units issued if the payment for the units cannot be matched within 7
business day of the receipt of the application or subscription instruction; and
c)
In its absolute discretion (without giving any reason) reject in whole or part hereof
any application for subscription or switching and suspend the operation of the
Eastspring Master Account.
6.
Representation
The Applicant shall not rely on any information or representations other than those
contained in the relevant Deed, Offering Documents and their supplementals, if any.
Notices
All notices and other documents shall be sent at the risk of the Applicant to the
Applicant's permanent address as stated in the Form. Unless due to wilful default or
negligence of Eastspring, Eastspring shall not be responsible for any inaccuracy,
interruption, error, delay or failure in transmission or delivery of any notices via whatever
means as agreed by the Applicant, or for any equipment failure or malfunction.
Eastspring shall not be liable for any direct or indirect consequential losses arising from the
foregoing.
7.
8.
Indemnity
8.1.
The Applicant hereby indemnifies Eastspring and the Trustee and any of their
Agents against any actions, proceedings, claims, losses, damages, costs and
expenses which may be brought, suffered or incurred by any or all of them arising
either directly out of or in connection with this Form or in connection with
Eastspring accepting, relying on or failing to act on any instructions given by or on
behalf of the Applicant unless due to the wilful default or negligence of
Eastspring.
8.2.
The Applicant acknowledges and accepts that Eastspring has absolute discretion
to rely on facsimile confirmation from the Applicant and undertakes to indemnify
and hold harmless Eastspring, its employees and Agents against all costs,
expenses, loss of liabilities, claims and demands arising out of relying on the
Applicants confirmation.
9.
Set Off
Eastspring is entitled to set off any claim, which Eastspring or the Trustee may have
against any of the assets, units or cash of the Applicant held by Eastspring or relevant
Trustee(s).
B-RS.0414.01
Eastspring Investments Berhad (531241- U)
Level 12, Menara Prudential,
10 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Client Services (603) 2332 1000
Client Services Fax (603) 2052 3366
Email cs.my@eastspring.com
Website www.eastspringinvestments.com.my
TRANSACTION FORM
BUY
REGULAR SAVINGS
In accordance with the requirements of the Capital Markets and Services Act 2007 (CMSA), this Transaction
Form-Buy/Regular Savings should not be circulated unless accompanied by the prospectus or information
memorandum and supplemental thereto (if any). You should read and understand the contents of the prospectus
or information memorandum and supplemental thereto (if any) before completing this form. Complete in
BLOCK LETTERS and BLACK INK only and tick ( ) where applicable. All fields are mandatory, if applicable.
Individual
Non-Individual
Contact No.
COUNTRY CODE
Office Extension
AREA CODE
(where applicable)
PHONE NUMBER
BUY
Name of Fund(s)
Amount
Eastspring Investments
RM
Eastspring Investments
RM
Eastspring Investments
RM
Payment mode:
Online Transfer [GIRO/TT/RENTAS]
(Please provide a copy of the online transfer receipt)
REGULAR SAVINGS
NEW
AMENDMENT
Note: This instruction will supersede any previous instructions that have been made. If this amount exceeds your previous auto debit/direct debit instruction, please submit a new Auto Debit/Direct Debit
Authorisation form.
Deduction Date
Name of Fund(s)
Deduction Amount
Eastspring Investments
RM
Eastspring Investments
RM
Eastspring Investments
RM
5th
20th
I/We am/are not acting as a nominee for any undisclosed third party and none of the
investment monies invested with Eastspring was derived from proceeds from an unlawful
activity as defined by the Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorism Financing Act 2001.
Applicable to wholesale funds only - I/We hereby confirm that I/we am/are qualified
investor(s) as defined in Clause 11 of the Terms and Conditions of the Eastspring MAOF.
I/We am/are also aware of the fees and charges that I/we will incur directly or/and
indirectly when investing in the fund(s).
Applicable to individual and sole proprietor applicant only - I/We hereby declare
that I/we am/are the sole legal and beneficial owner of all the monies invested with
Eastspring.
I/We hereby agree to indemnify Eastspring against all actions, suits, proceedings, claims,
damages, and losses which may be suffered by Eastspring as a result of any inaccuracy of
declarations herein.
Date
Date
Reporting Branch
Contact No.
Company Stamp
(For non-individual applicants)
B-RS.0414.01
Returns on unit trusts are not guaranteed and may not be earned evenly over time. This
means that there may be some years where returns are high and other years where losses
are experienced. Whether you eventually realise a gain or loss may be affected by the
timing of the sale of your units. The value of units may fall just when you want your
money back even though the investment may have done well in past.
This brief statement cannot disclose all the risks and other aspects of loan financing. You
should therefore carefully study the terms and conditions before you decide to take the
loan. If you are in doubt in respect of any aspect of this Risk Disclosure Statement or the
terms of the loan financing, you should consult the institution offering the loan.
If unit prices fall beyond a certain level, you may be asked to provide additional acceptable
collateral or pay additional amounts on top of your normal installments. If you fail to
comply within the time prescribed, your units may be sold to settle your loan.
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2.
If payment is made by EPF's Members Investment Scheme, please fill in the KWSP 9N
form and send back to us with this Transaction Form.
3.
If payment is made by Online Transfer, please provide a copy of the online transfer
receipt together with this Transaction Form.
4.
Third party cheques and third party online transfers are not allowed.
Eastspring requires one (1) month to process and register your application with the service
provider. Therefore, you are advised to submit the application one month prior to the
deduction date. For example, if you wish to commence deduction starting from 28 June
2011, the application should be submitted to Eastspring by 27 May 2011.
Investments pricing will be based on next business day closing price from the date of
the deduction.
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2.
Eastspring may be obliged to comply with or, at its sole and absolute discretion,
choose to have regard to, observe or fulfil the requirements or expectations of the
laws, regulations, orders, guidelines, codes, market standard, good practices and
requests of or agreements with public, judicial, taxation, governmental and other
regulatory authorities or self-regulatory bodies (the Authorities and each an
Authority) in various jurisdictions relating to any matter in connection with its
business including without limitation, tax compliance, anti-money laundering,
sanctions, terrorism financing or the prevention and detection of crime as amended,
promulgated and introduced from time to time (the Applicable Requirements).
In this connection, Eastspring may disclose the particulars or any information
concerning Unit Holders, Joint Holders and / or their investments to any Authority in
connection with its compliance or adherence (voluntary or otherwise) with the
Applicable Requirements.
3.
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such that Eastspring is unable to ensure its ongoing compliance or adherence (whether
voluntary or otherwise) with the Applicable Requirements, the Unit Holder and Joint
Holder, where applicable accept and agree that Eastspring may take such steps as it
deems fit as set out in the Offering Document of the relevant Funds.