CATEGORY: BONDS AND CONVERTIBLES Data as per 06 November 2014 The document issued in German is legally binding. This English translation is only for the purpose of convenience. Flossbach von Storch Global Convertible Bond CHF-R PAGE 1 OF 3 INVESTMENT STRATEGY FUND DETAILS Flossbach von Storch - Global Convertible Bond represents a defensive alternative to pure equity investments. The convex profile of convertible bonds allows investors to take advantage of rising equity prices whilst at the same time limiting downside risks. Stock selection is based on a fundamental analysis process using in-house valuation models. If no convertible bond is available for a promising underlying security, or its structure does not match the required profile, the fund management may combine bonds and call options so as to present a similarly attractive structure. Foreign currency risks are largely hedged. The fund invests globally in convertible bonds. Convertible bonds are fixed-income securities. In addition to a fixed coupon and the right to repayment of the nominal value at maturity, they also attest the right to convert the invested capital into shares of the issuing company (“convex profile”). Conversion must take place within a specified period which, along with the exchange ratio, is defined before the start of the term. In the event of conversion, the creditor becomes a co-owner of the company. From the company’s perspective, debt capital is converted into equity capital. ANNUAL PERFORMANCE (IN %) Core data WKN A1W170 ISIN LU0952573722 Domicile Luxembourg Share Class CHF-R Fund currency EUR Unit class currency CHF Launch date 01 October 2013 Financial year end 30 September Income utilisation Distribution Authorised for distribution AT, CH, DE, LU Current Data 8% 6.65 6% 4% 1.86 2% 1.07 Fund assets ¹ CHF 406.24 million Redemption price CHF 101.53 Costs ² -2.99 -0.20 0% -2 % -4 % 01.10.13 – 06.11.13 06.11.13 – 06.11.14 Ongoing costs² ca. 1.65 % which includes a management fee of 1.38 % p.a. Performance fee none One-off costs entry fee of up to 5.00 % fund (net) in consideration with the maximum entry fee of 5 % fund (gross) Minimum investment reference index: Thomson Reuters Global Convertible Hedged (IG) CHF PERFORMANCE SINCE LAUNCH ON 01.10.2013 (IN %) 112 % Minimum initial investment none Minimum subsequent investment none Addresses 108 % Management company 106 % 104 % 102 % Custodian bank / Paying agent DZ PRIVATBANK S.A. 4, rue Thomas Edison 1445 Strassen, Luxembourg Representative in Germany Flossbach von Storch AG Ottoplatz 1, 50679 Cologne Germany phone: +49.221.33.88-290 e-mail: [email protected] www.fvsag.com/en/ investment-funds Representative in Switzerland IPConcept (Schweiz) AG In Gassen 6, 8022 Zurich, Switzerland Paying agent in Switzerland DZ PRIVATBANK (Schweiz) AG Münsterhof 12 8022 Zurich, Switzerland Paying agent in Austria Erste Bank der oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG (Erste Bank Oesterreich) Graben 21 1010 Vienna, Austria 100 % 98 % 96 % Nov 13 Jan 14 Mar 14 May 14 Jul 14 Sep 14 Nov 14 fund (gross) reference index: Thomson Reuters Global Convertible Hedged (IG) CHF ACCUMULATED PERFORMANCE (GROSS, IN %) 2014 YTD Fonds reference index -0.25 % 1 year -0.20 % since launch (01.10.2013) Flossbach von Storch Invest S.A. 6, Avenue Marie-Thérèse 2132 Luxembourg, Luxembourg www.fvsinvest.lu +1.66 % ¹ Conversion into the unit class currency is based on the exchange rate on the day. +5.87 % +6.65 % +7.80 % Source: custodian bank and SIX Financial Information, status: 06.11.2014 ² In addition to management fee, the fund is charged further costs such as registrar and transfer agent fees, transaction costs, and various other charges. Further information on ongoing and one-off costs can be found in the sales prospectus, the most recent annual report, and the key investor information. ³ Estimation because of launch LEGAL NOTICE Gross fund performance (BVI method) takes into account all costs incurred at fund level (for example, management fees); net fund performance also takes into account the entry fee. Further costs may be charged individually at customer level, including custody fees, commission and other charges. Example calculation (net method): An investor wishes to buy shares with capital of €1,000. Based on a maximum entry fee of 5%, €50 will be deducted from their investment as a one-off initial charge. In addition, custody fees may be applied, which will further reduce the investor's return. The level of generated by FactsheetsLIVE™ - www.factsheetslive.com 110 % CATEGORY: BONDS AND CONVERTIBLES Data as per 06 November 2014 Flossbach von Storch Global Convertible Bond CHF-R TOP 10 POSITIONS (IN %) PAGE 2 OF 3 KEY FUND FIGURES CONVERTIBLES INVESTOR PROFILE 1. 2,000% GABRIEL FINANCE EVONIC 26.11.2016 3.17 % average delta 43.04 % 2. 4,250% IMMOFINANZ 08.03.2018 3.09 % average return 1.46 % 3. 1,500% IMMOFINANZ 11.09.2019 2.97 % average remaining duration 5.37 years 4. 2,000% SALZGITTER 08.11.2017 2.77 % duration 3.95 years 5. 6,500% TAG IMMOBILIEN 10.12.2015 2.54 % 6. 1,000% SIEM INDUSTR SUBSEA 12.09.2019 2.53 % 7. 5,500% TAG IMMOBILIEN 28.06.2019 2.39 % 8. 1,750% DP WORLD 19.06.2024 2.28 % 9. 4,500% REXLOT 17.04.2019 2.28 % 10. 2,125% AZIMUT HOLDING 25.11.2020 2.27 % Source: custodian bank and Flossbach von Storch, status: 30.09.2014 Total Long-term: over 5 years OPPORTUNITIES MORE FUNDS DATA 2.49 % 26.29 % Source: custodian bank, status: 30.09.2014 TOP REGIONS CONVERTIBLES (IN %) Income-oriented, tendency towards growth: your return expectations are above the normal rate of return. This means you tolerate higher price volatility arising from potential fluctuations in stock markets, interest rates and currencies and accept the risk of moderate loss. INVESTMENT HORIZON: There are currently 96 securities in the portfolio. Cash RISK APPETITE: Source: custodian bank and Flossbach von Storch, status: 30.09.2014 + Investing in funds can deliver an attractive result at a lower level of risk compared to a direct investment in equities. + Income can be generated from regular interest payments. + Convertible bonds can increase in value when equity markets rise. TOP 10 SECTORS CONVERTIBLES (IN %) 1. Europe 64.83 % 1. Real Estate 15.03 % 2. North America 12.67 % 2. Basic Materials 12.50 % 3. Asia ex Japan 12.08 % 3. Non-cyclical Consumer 9.42 % 4. Japan 5.55 % 4. Cyclical Consumer 8.17 % 5. Near East 3.53 % 5. Energy 8.11 % 6. Australia 0.81 % 6. Banking / Finance 7.62 % 7. Latin America 0.54 % 7. Technology 7.34 % 8. Telecom / Media 6.25 % 9. Capital Goods 5.89 % 10. Other 5.61 % + Derivatives can be used to increase potential yields. + Investing in assets denominated in a foreign currency can have a positive impact on unit values as a result of exchange rate movements RISKS Source: custodian bank and Flossbach von Storch, status: 30.09.2014 Source: custodian bank and Flossbach von Storch, status: 30.09.2014 MONTHLY COMMENTARY While the S&P Index fell by 1.6%, the Euro Stoxx 50 and the Nikkei 225 both rose: by 1.7% and 4.9% respectively. The markets were depressed by investor worries that the global economy might slow down. Once again, weaker growth in China was in the spotlight – but the markets were supported by the central banks’ monetary policies, which remained relaxed. The euro fell further against the dollar at the beginning of the month after the European Central Bank (ECB) cut its key rate once more and held out the prospect of additional supporting measures. Yields on ten-year German government bonds remained below the one-percent mark. The global convertible bond index fell by 2.3%. This decline, disproportionately heavy in comparison with the performance of the equity market, led to a marked fall in convertible bond valuations. During the month under review, the fund participated in new issues from the BW Group, SAF Holland, Immofinanz/Buwog, EON/BKW, BKW and Gunma. Its holdings in Ship Finance, Tibco Software, Qihoo 360 Technologies, Pacific Basin and LEG Immobilien, conversely, were reduced. - Investing in convertible bonds may entail price risks, especially in the case of rising interest rates on the capital markets. - Convertible bonds can decline in value when equity markets fall. Country, credit and issuer liquidity risk. Also potential exchange rate risks. If securities are illiquid (i.e. thinly traded), there is a risk that it may either not be possible to sell the assets at all or only by accepting a significant discount on the sale price. - Where used, derivatives can have a greater negative impact on the fund value than would be the case if the assets were acquired directly. This can affect the fund’s risk profile and volatility (tendency for the price to fluctuate). - The straight concentration on special markets can have a negative impact because of the dependent performance of these selected markets. - Investing in assets denominated in a foreign currency can have a positive impact on unit values as a result of exchange rate movements. For detailed information on opportunities and risks, please refer to the sales prospectus. CATEGORY: BONDS AND CONVERTIBLES Data as per 06 November 2014 Flossbach von Storch Global Convertible Bond CHF-R FUND MANAGER PAGE 3 OF 3 DISCLAIMER Thorsten Vetter » Senior Portfolio Manager at Flossbach von Storch since 2005 (from 2000 to 2005 Portfolio Manager and Analyst) » Porfolio manager and analyst at Krombacher Brauerei in Krombach (1997 – 2000) » Obtained a degree in Business Studies in Giessen (1992 – 1997) HOW WE SEE THE WORLD Central banks in industrialised nations will keep interest rates at an all-time low for some time to come, as this is the only way they can fund their debt-laden budgets. Furthermore, the weak growth levels among national economies do not justify significantly higher interest rates. The euro crisis is not over - it is simply taking a break. Two major economies – France and Italy – are both suffering from chronically weak growth. It is uncertain whether the European Central Bank will succeed in boosting lending in the peripheral members of the euro area, thereby stimulating growth. Japan has become a “financial testing ground” for innovative state funding. The Bank of Japan is already buying government bonds in large quantities in a bid to keep interest rates low, thus reducing the state’s funding costs. Even though the U.S. Federal Reserve has reversed its policy of purchasing bonds, this does not indicate a general change in the fairly relaxed monetary policy pursued by the U.S. Although bonds bring some stability to asset growth, they offer only marginal yields. However, an active investment approach can improve yield potential. Top-quality, high-dividend stocks are an important component when it comes to achieving regular income and maintaining asset values in this low interest environment. Gold is and will remain the currency of last resort. Once investors finally realise that there is no longer a regulated way out of the policy of cheap money, this strategic reason for holding this precious metal will gain traction once again. One of the purposes of this document is to serve as advertising material. This document does not constitute an offer to sell, purchase or subscribe to securities or other assets. The information and estimates contained herein do not constitute investment advice or any other form of recommendation. Detailed information about the fund(s) can be found in the sales prospectus as well as in the articles of association, management regulations or contract conditions, in conjunction with the latest respective audited annual report and semi-annual report, if the latter is published later than the most recent annual report. These documents form the sole binding basis for any purchase. The said documents and the Key Investor Information are available free of charge in German from the respective management company/investment company or the custodian/depositary or from agents in those countries where the funds have been licensed for distribution. The information contained and opinions expressed in this document reflect the views of Flossbach von Storch at the time of publication and are subject to change without prior notice. Forward-looking statements reflect the judgement and future expectations of Flossbach von Storch. Actual performance and results may, however, differ materially from such expectations. All information has been compiled with care. However, no guarantee is given as to the accuracy and completeness of information and no liability is accepted. The value of any investment can fall as well as rise and you may not recoup the amount you invested. In connection with the brokerage of fund units/shares, Flossbach von Storch and/or its distribution partners may receive reimbursements from costs charged to the fund by the management company/investment company in accordance with the relevant sales prospectus. The tax treatment of the investment depends on the investor’s personal circumstances and may be subject to change. Further information about taxation can be found in the sales prospectus. The units/shares issued by this fund may only be offered for purchase or sold in jurisdictions in which such offer or sale is permitted. Accordingly, the units/shares of this fund may not be offered for purchase or sold neither within the USA nor to or for the account of US citizens or US persons domiciled in the USA. Additionally, the units/shares issued by this fund may not be offered for purchase or sold to “US-Persons” and/or entities, which are owned by one or more “US-Persons” based on the definitions set out in the “Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA)”. This document and the information contained herein may not be distributed in the USA. The distribution and publication of this document as well as the offer or sale of the fund’s units/shares may also be subject to restrictions in other jurisdictions. The latest net asset value (NAV) of the fund can be obtained from the management company/investment company’s website. © 2014 Copyright Flossbach von Storch. All rights reserved.
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