Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund Review
Fund objective
Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund aims to provide a return of capital growth and income primarily through investment in a portfolio of investment grade (i.e. at or greater than BBB- rated by Standard & Poor’s or Fitch Ratings or Baa3 rated by Moody’s) debt securities denominated in local and foreign currencies, issued by governments, government agencies, supra-national and corporate borrowers across Asia (ex Japan) debt markets. Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund is also permitted to make tactical investments (up to 30% maximum including cash) in G7 Government bonds for diversification and capital preservation purposes. The Fund may use or invest in derivatives.
Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund is also permitted to make tactical investments (up to 30% maximum including cash) in G7 Government bonds for diversification and capital preservation purposes. The Fund may use or invest in derivatives.
Investment Strategy
Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund aims to take advantage of the broad opportunities in Asian (ex Japan) fixed income markets using the depth of Schroders’ investment and research capabilities, both in the region and globally, to seek out these opportunities. The Manager will aim to maximise value in portfolios whilst controlling risk. Its approach will be driven primarily by fundamental analysis of market valuations in the context of economic trends, which involves both top-down and bottom-up strategies with a focus on the changing macroeconomic environment.
Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund will aim to take advantage of market inefficiency and mis-pricing over the medium to long term. As a result, the Manager will actively manage the sector and country allocation, and explore relative value opportunities in security selection. The Fund will not invest more than 10% of its net asset value into other collective investment schemes and will not invest in commodity backed collective investment schemes.
Who is Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund suitable for?
Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund is only suitable for investors who:
- seek long-term capital growth
- seek regular income through periodic distributions
- understand the risks of investing in debt securities and government bonds.
Dividend or Income payout frequency: Quarterly or Accumulating
For additional assessments on product suitability, please obtain professional advice from a qualified Financial Adviser.
What are the key risks of Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund?
The value of Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund and its dividends and coupons (if any) may rise or fall. You may lose some or all of your investment depending on the performance of the underlying securities. Factors that may affect the performance of these securities include, without limitation, market risks, fluctuations in interest rates and foreign exchange rates, political instability, exchange controls, changes in taxation and foreign investment policies.
Some of the key risks associated with Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund are described below:
Market and Credit Risks
- You are exposed to market risk in Asia (excluding Japan)
- You are exposed to credit risk
Liquidity Risks
- The Fund is not listed in Singapore and you can redeem only on Dealing Days
- You may be exposed to liquidity risk
Product-Specific Risks
- You are exposed to currency risk
- You are exposed to risks relating to hedging and the RMB Hedged Class
- You are exposed to risks relating to distributions
- You are exposed to interest rate risk
- You are exposed to emerging markets and frontier risk
- You are exposed to financial derivatives risk
- You are exposed to RMB currency risk
Investment Fees and Charges
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Where can I get more details about Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund
- Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund Fact Sheet (Open in New Window)
- Schroder Investment – Asian Investment Grade Credit Fund Product Highlight Sheet (Open in New Window)
- Speak to a licensed licensed financial adviser
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