AMFUNDS MANAGEMENT BERHAD

CORPORATE INFORMATION

ipra_ambankAmInvest is a global award-winning fund house with a track record spanning more than three decades and provides innovative investment solutions across a full spectrum of asset classes, for both individual and institutional investors.

Through its retirement solutions, AmInvest’s Private Retirement Scheme that has been designed to capitalise on market cycles, AmInvest continues to pursue a winning strategy of optimising returns for investors within acceptable risk boundaries.

AmInvest adopts a rigorous risk management framework developed through a continuously improved risk management culture. AmInvest’s Private Retirement Scheme reflects this approach and aims to help all Malaysians realise their retirement dreams and long-term financial goals.

For detail information on the PRS, please refer to the PRS Provider’s Disclosure Document & Product Highlights Sheet here

SCHEME AND FUND INFORMATION

Default & Self Selection

Please read the scheme’s disclosure document before deciding to make a contribution. If you do not have a copy, please contact the PRS Provider to ask for one or or click here to go to the PRS Provider’s page.

Investment Objective AmPRS – Conservative Fund aims to preserve* capital by investing primarily in fixed income securities and money market instruments.

Note: *Please note that members’ capital is neither guaranteed nor protected.

Note: Any material change to the investment objective of the Fund(s) would require Members’ approval.
Fund Category Core (Conservative).
Investment Strategy The AmPRS – Conservative Fund may invest its assets into a well-diversified portfolio comprising the following asset classes:
  • Fixed income instruments
  • Liquid assets;
  • REITs
Investments in the Fund will be restricted to investments in Malaysia and local currency investments. The Fund will not be invested in any RM-denominated foreign investments.

The use of derivative is not applicable for the Fund as the Fund has no foreign currency exposure
Asset Allocation
  • A minimum of 80% of the Fund’s NAV in fixed income securities, where a minimum of 20% of the Fund’s NAV will be in money market instruments;
  • 0% to 20% of the Fund’s NAV in equities, equity-related securities and/or REITs;
  • A minimum of 1% of the Fund’s NAV in liquid assets
Performance Benchmark 1-year Malayan Banking Berhad Conventional Fixed Deposit Rate
Member Profile AmPRS – Conservative Fund is suitable for members who seek:
  • for capital growth on their investment;
  • to preserve* investment capital
  • for long term** retirement savings* plan
This Fund is also suitable for Members aged 55 years and above if they contribute under the default option.

Note: * Please note that Members’ capital is neither guaranteed nor protected.

Please read the scheme’s disclosure document before deciding to make a contribution. If you do not have a copy, please contact the PRS Provider to ask for one or or click here to go to the PRS Provider’s page.

Investment Objective AmPRS – Moderate Fund aims to provide medium to long term capital growth by investing in equities, fixed income securities and/or REITs.

Note: Any material change to the investment objective of the Fund(s) would require Members’ approval.

Fund Category Core (Moderate)
Investment Strategy The AmPRS – Moderate Fund may invest its assets into a well-diversified portfolio comprising the following asset classes:
  • Equities and/or equity-related securities;
  • Fixed income instruments;
  • REITs; and
  • Liquid assets
The securities that the Fund invests in will be traded and/or listed in the following countries, which includes but not limited to Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand. Foreign investments (if any) will be limited to 40% of the Fund’s NAV.

The Fund may also invest in derivatives for the purpose of hedging (subject to PRS Guidelines) if it is deemed necessary to do so.
Asset Allocation
  • Up to 60% of the Fund’s NAV in equities and/or equity-related securities, where a maximum of 20% of the Fund’s NAV will be in REITs;
  • FixedA minimum of 40% of the Fund’s NAV in fixed income securities and/or money market instruments; and
  • REITsA minimum of 1% of the Fund’s NAV in liquid assets.
Performance Benchmark
  • 25% FTSE Bursa Malaysia Top 100 Index
  • 25% MSCI AC Asia Pacific ex Japan Index
  • 50% RAM Quantshop Medium* MGS Index

Note: * Medium means the duration is between three (3) years to seven (7) years.
Member Profile AmPRS – Moderate Fund is suitable for members who seek:
  • for capital growth on their investment
  • for a balanced portfolio that includes equities and fixed income securities
  • for long term** retirement savings* plan
This Fund is also suitable for Members aged below 45 years and above but have not reached 55 years if they contribute under the default option.

Note: * Please note that Members’ capital is neither guaranteed nor protected.

Please read the scheme’s disclosure document before deciding to make a contribution. If you do not have a copy, please contact the PRS Provider to ask for one or or click here to go to the PRS Provider’s page.

Investment Objective AmPRS – Growth Fund aims to provide long term capital growth by investing primarily in equities, equity-related securities and/or real estate investment trust (“REITs”).

Note: Any material change to the investment objective of the Fund(s) would require Members’ approval.
Fund Category Core (Growth)
Investment Strategy

The AmPRS – Growth Fund may invest its assets into a well-diversified portfolio comprising the following asset classes:

  • Equities and/or equity-related securities;
  • Fixed income instruments;
  • REITs; and
  • Liquid assets.

The securities that the Fund invests in will be traded and/or listed in the following countries, which includes but not limited to Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand. Foreign investments (if any) will be limited to 50% of the Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”).

The Fund may also invest in derivatives for the purpose of hedging (subject to PRS Guidelines) if it is deemed necessary to do so.
Asset Allocation
  • Up to 70% of the Fund’s NAV in equities and/or equity-related securities, where a maximum of 20% of the Fund’s NAV will be in REITs;
  • A minimum of 30% of the Fund’s NAV in fixed income securities and/or money market instruments; and
  • A minimum of 1% of the Fund’s NAV in liquid assets.
Performance Benchmark
  • 30% FTSE Bursa Malaysia Top 100 Index
  • 30% MSCI AC Asia Pacific ex Japan Index
  • 40% RAM Quantshop Medium* MGS Index

Note: * Medium means the duration is between three (3) years to seven (7) years.
Member Profile

AmPRS – Growth Fund is suitable for members who seek:

  • capital growth on their investment
  • a diversified portfolio of equities with strong emphasis on growth
  • a long term retirement savings* plan.

This Fund is also suitable for Members aged below 45 years if they contribute under the default option.

Note: * Please note that members’ capital is neither guaranteed nor protected.

Other Self Selection

Please read the scheme’s disclosure document before deciding to make a contribution. If you do not have a copy, please contact the PRS Provider to ask for one or or click here to go to the PRS Provider’s page.

Investment Objective AmPRS – Islamic Equity Fund aims to provide long term capital growth by investing primarily in Shariah compliant equities and/or equity-related securities.

Note: Any material change to the investment objective of the Fund would require Members’ approval.

Fund Category Equity (Islamic)
Investment Strategy

The AmPRS – Islamic Equity Fund may invest its assets into a well-diversified portfolio comprising the following asset classes:

  • Shariah Compliant equities;
  • Sukuk and Islamic money market instruments;
  • Islamic real estate investment trust (“REITs”); and
  • Islamic liquid assets.

The Shariah Compliant securities that the Fund invests in will be traded and/or listed in the following countries, which includes but not limited to Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand. Shariah Compliant foreign investments (if any) will be limited to 50% of the Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”).

In order to achieve the investment objective, AmIslamic Funds Management Sdn Bhd (the “Investment Manager”) may opt to invest in the Shariah Compliant securities either directly or via Islamic collective investment schemes (“CIS”) of AFM or other Islamic CIS such as exchange-traded funds that comply with Shariah Principles.

The Fund may also use Shariah Compliant hedging instruments for the purpose of hedging (subject to PRS Guidelines) if it is deemed necessary to do so.
Asset Allocation
  • A minimum of 70% of the Fund’s NAV in Shariah Compliant equities and/or Shariah Compliant equity-related securities (i.e Shariah Compliant warrants), where a maximum of 20% of the Fund’s NAV will be in Islamic REITs;
  • A maximum of 30% of the Fund’s NAV in Sukuk and Islamic money market instruments; and
  • A minimum of 1% of the Fund’s NAV in Islamic Liquid Assets
Performance Benchmark
  • 40% FTSE Bursa Malaysia Emas Shariah Index
  • 30% MSCI AC Asia Pacific Islamic ex Japan Index
  • 30% RAM Quantshop Medium* GII Index

Note: * Medium means the duration is between three (3) years to seven (7) years.
Member Profile

AmPRS – Islamic Equity Fund is suitable for members who seek:

  • long term capital growth on their Shariah compliant investment;
  • a diversified portfolio of Shariah compliant equities with strong emphasis on growth; and
  • a long term retirement savings* plan.

*Please note that members’ capital is neither guaranteed nor protected.

Please read the scheme’s disclosure document before deciding to make a contribution. If you do not have a copy, please contact the PRS Provider to ask for one or or click here to go to the PRS Provider’s page.

Investment Objective AmPRS – Islamic Balanced Fund aims to provide medium to long term capital growth by investing in Shariah compliant equities, sukuk and Shariah compliant money market instruments.

Any material change to the investment objective of the Fund would require members’ approval.
Fund Category Balanced (Islamic)
Investment Strategy

The AmPRS – Islamic Balanced Fund may invest its assets into a well-diversified portfolio comprising the following asset classes:

  • Shariah Compliant equities;
  • Sukuk and Islamic money market instruments;
  • Islamic real estate investment trust (“REITs”); and
  • Islamic liquid assets.

The Shariah Compliant securities that the Fund invests in will be traded and/or listed in the following countries, which includes but not limited to Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand. Shariah Compliant foreign investments (if any) will be limited to 40% of the Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”).

In order to achieve the investment objective, AmIslamic Funds Management Sdn Bhd (the “Investment Manager”) may opt to invest in the Shariah Compliant securities either directly or via Islamic collective investment schemes (“CIS”) of AFM or other Islamic CIS such as exchange-traded funds that comply with Shariah Principles.

The Fund may also use Shariah Compliant hedging instruments for the purpose of hedging (subject to PRS Guidelines) if it is deemed necessary to do so.
Asset Allocation
  • 40% – 60% of the Fund’s NAV in Shariah Compliant equities and/or Shariah Compliant equity-related securities (i.e Shariah Compliant warrants), where a maximum of 20% of the Fund’s NAV will be in Islamic REITs;
  • 40% – 60% of the Fund’s NAV in Sukuk and Islamic money market instruments; and
  • A minimum of 1% of the Fund’s NAV in Islamic Liquid Assets
Performance Benchmark
  • 25% FTSE Bursa Malaysia Emas Shariah Index
  • 25% MSCI AC Asia Pacific Islamic ex Japan Index
  • 50% RAM Quantshop Medium* GII Index

Note: * Medium means the duration is between three (3) years to seven (7) years.

Member Profile

AmPRS – Islamic Balanced Fund is suitable for Members who seek:

  • Medium to Long Term capital growth on their Shariah Compliant investment;
  • a balanced portfolio that includes Shariah Compliant equities, Sukuk and Islamic money market instruments; and
  • a Long Term retirement savings* plan

Note: * Please note that Members’ capital is neither guaranteed nor protected.

Please read the scheme’s disclosure document before deciding to make a contribution. If you do not have a copy, please contact the PRS Provider to ask for one or or click here to go to the PRS Provider’s page.

Investment Objective The Fund aims to provide returns through income* and to a lesser extent capital appreciation by investing in the AmTactical Bond.

Note: * Income distribution (if any) will be reinvested. Any material change to the investment objective of the Fund would require members’ approval.
Fund Category Feeder Fund (Bond)
Investment Strategy The Fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing a minimum of 85% of the Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) in the AmTactical Bond (“Target Fund”) at all times. This implies that the Fund has a passive strategy.

Note: A replacement of the Target Fund would require Members’ approval.

Asset Allocation
  • A minimum of 85% of the Fund’s NAV will be invested into the Target Fund; and
  • Up to 15% of the Fund’s NAV in liquid assets
Performance Benchmark RAM Quantshop All MGS Index, which is also the performance benchmark of the Target Fund.
Member Profile

The Fund is suitable for members who:

  • are willing to assume risks associated with investing in securities with long duration (i.e. there will be no portfolio maturity limitation) and low credit ratings (i.e. there will be no minimum rating for the securities purchased or held by the Target Fund).

Please read the scheme’s disclosure document before deciding to make a contribution. If you do not have a copy, please contact the PRS Provider to ask for one or or click here to go to the PRS Provider’s page.

Investment Objective The Fund aims to provide capital appreciation by investing in the AmDynamic* Sukuk.

Note: Any material change to the investment objective of the Fund would require Members’ approval.
Fund Category Feeder fund (Sukuk)
Investment Strategy The Fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing a minimum of 85% of the Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) in the AmDynamic* Sukuk (“Target Fund”) at all times. This implies that the Fund has a passive strategy.

Note: A replacement of the Target Fund would require Members’ approval.

Asset Allocation
  • A minimum of 85% of the Fund’s NAV will be invested into the Target Fund; and
  • Up to 15% of the Fund’s NAV in Islamic liquid assets
Performance Benchmark Bond Pricing Agency Malaysia (BPAM) Corporates Sukuk Index, which is also the performance benchmark of the Target Fund.

Note: Effective 25 July 2015, the performance benchmark has been changed from Bloomberg AIBIM Bursa Malaysia Sovereign Shariah Index (BMSSI) to BPAM Corporates Sukuk Index. /p>
Member Profile

The Fund is suitable for members who:

  • seek steady growth in value by investing in Sukuk as an asset class; and
  • are willing to assume additional interest rate risk, duration risk and liquidity risk associated with investing in Sukuk with long duration (i.e. there will be no portfolio maturity limitation) and low credit ratings (i.e. there will be no minimum rating for Sukuk purchased or held by the Target Fund)

Please read the scheme’s disclosure document before deciding to make a contribution. If you do not have a copy, please contact the PRS Provider to ask for one or or click here to go to the PRS Provider’s page.

Investment Objective The Fund aims to provide income* and to a lesser extent capital appreciation over the Medium to Long Term by primarily investing in real estate investment trusts (REITs).

Note:
* Income distribution (if any) will be reinvested in the form of units.
Any material change to the investment objective of the Fund would require members’ approval
Fund Category Real estate (REITs)
Investment Strategy To achieve the investment objective, 70% to 98% of the Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) will be invested in REITs listed in the Asia Pacific region, which includes but not limited to Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand. In addition to country diversification, the Fund will also diversify into different REITs sectors such as residential, commercial and industrial. The Fund will hold between 2% to 30% of its NAV in liquid assets.

The Investment Manager employs an active allocation strategy, which means the asset allocation decisions will be made after reviewing the macroeconomic trends and REITs market outlook of the respective countries in the Asia Pacific region. The Investment Manager will be targeting REITs that have been generating regular income returns and have potential for capital growth. In evaluating the suitability of a REIT, the Investment Manager, amongst other factors, will review the track record, investment portfolio, financial status, income distribution policy and cost factors of the REIT.

In an adverse market condition, the Investment Manager may increase its asset allocation to lower risk assets such as liquid assets to safeguard the investment of the Fund. During this period, the Fund‘s investment may differ from the stipulated investment strategy. In order to achieve the investment objective, the Investment Manager will invest in REITs directly.
Asset Allocation
  • 70% to 98% of the Fund’s NAV will be invested in REITs; and
  • A minimum of 2% and 30% of the Fund’s NAV in liquid assets
Performance Benchmark S&P Pan Asia REITs Index1. (obtainable from:www.aminvest.com and Bloomberg L.P)
Member Profile

The Fund is suitable for members who:

  • an investment exposure through a diversified portfolio of REITs in Asia Pacific region; and
  • income* and to a lesser extent capital appreciation over the medium to long term;

Note: * Income distribution (if any) will be in the form of units.

CONTRIBUTIONS & WITHDRAWALS

There are fees and charges involved and you are advised to consider them before contributing to the scheme.
All Funds
Minimum contribution Class D and Class I:
For lump sum investment:
RM500 per fund or lower amount as the PRS Provider may from time to time decide
For lump sum investment via AmInvest PRS online platform:
RM100 per fund or lower amount as the PRS Provider may from time to time decide

Note: Maximum initial contribution through AmInvest PRS online platform is capped at RM20,000.

For regular savings plan:
RM100 per fund or lower amount as the PRS Provider may from time to time decide

Note: For Employer-Sponsored Retirement Scheme, the minimum contribution can be met by combining all contributions made by employers for their employee.
Minimum additional contribution Class D and Class I:
For lump sum investment:
RM100 per fund or lower amount as the PRS Provider may from time to time decide
For regular savings plan:
RM100 per fund or lower amount as the PRS Provider may from time to time decide

Note: For Employer-Sponsored Retirement Scheme, the minimum contribution can be met by combining all contributions made by employers for their employee.
Minimum withdrawal/switching Class D and Class I: 500 units or such units as the PRS Provider may from time to time decide
Minimum holding/balance Class D and Class I: 200 units or such units as the PRS Provider may from time to time decide

FEES & CHARGES

There are fees and charges involved and you are advised to consider them before contributing to the scheme.
AmPRS – Conservative Fund AmPRS – Moderate Fund AmPRS – Growth Fund AmPRS – Islamic Equity Fund
Sales charge Class D: Up to 3.00% of NAV per unit of the Class.
Class I: There is no sales charge for this Class.
Redemption charge Class D and Class I: There is no redemption charge for this Class
Switching fee (between funds in this Scheme) Class D and Class I:
Switching is allowed between Funds under the Scheme subject to a fee. You may be charged up to 3.00% of amount switched. However, switching between Class(es) within a Fund and switching between Class(es) between Funds are not allowed.
Switching fee (between funds in another PRS managed by AFM) Nil.
Transfer fee (to another PRS provider) Class D and Class I: Transfer of units from the Scheme to another scheme offered by another PRS provider is allowed at a fee of RM25, per transfer. This fee is payable to the PRS Provider.
Annual management fee Class D: Up to 1.50% p.a. of the NAV attributable to this Class of units of the Fund.
Class I: Up to 1.25% p.a. of the NAV attributable to this Class of units of the Fund.
Annual scheme trustee fee Class D and Class I: Up to 0.04% p.a. of the NAV of the Fund (excluding foreign sub –custodian fee)
Annual PPA administration fee Class D and Class I: 0.04% p.a. of the NAV of the Fund

AmPRS – Islamic Balanced Fund AmPRS – Asia Pacific REITs AmPRS – Tactical Bond AmPRS – Dynamic Sukuk
Sales charge Class D: Up to 3.00% of NAV per unit of the Class. Class I: There is no sales charge for this Class Class D: Up to 2.00% of NAV per unit of the Class.
Class I: There is no sales charge for this Class
Redemption charge Class D and Class I: There is no redemption charge for this Class Class D and Class I: Up to 1.00% of NAV per unit of the Class. All redemption charge will be placed back into the Fund
Switching fee (between funds in this Scheme) Class D and Class I: Switching is allowed between Funds under the Scheme subject to a fee. You may be charged up to 3.00% of amount switched. However, switching between Class(es) within a Fund and switching between Class(es) between Funds are not allowed.
Switching fee (between funds in another PRS managed by AFM) Nil.
Transfer fee (to another PRS provider) Class D and Class I: Transfer of units from the Scheme to another scheme offered by another PRS provider is allowed at a fee of RM25, per transfer. This fee is payable to the PRS Provider.
Annual management fee Class D: Up to 1.50% p.a. of the NAV attributable to this Class of units of the Fund
Class I: Up to 1.25% p.a. of the NAV attributable to this Class of units of the Fund		 Class D and Class I: Up to 1.00% p.a. of the NAV attributable to this Class of units of the Fund
Annual scheme trustee fee Up to 0.04% p.a. of the NAV of the Fund (excluding foreign sub –custodian fee) Up to 0.04% p.a. of the NAV of the Fund
Annual PPA administration fee Class D and Class I: Up to 0.04% p.a. of the NAV of the Fund

RISKS DISCLOSURE

You are advised to read the scheme’s disclosure document and understand the risks involved and, if necessary, consult your professional adviser before making contributions.

General Investment Risks

Market risk, inflation risk, Investment Manager Risk, Country Risk, Non-Compliance Risk, Capital and Returns Not Guaranteed.

Specific Risks of the Funds

AmPRS – Conservative Fund AmPRS – Moderate Fund AmPRS – Growth Fund AmPRS – Islamic Equity Fund
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OTHERS

For the Fund Investment Performance information, please refer to PRS Fund Performance.

You may contact the PRS Provider at 03-2032 2888 for the list of distributors.

Tel: 603 – 2032 2888
Fax: 603 – 2031 5210
Email: aminvestprs@aminvest.com

PRS Advisers

1. AmBank Berhad
2. iFAST Capital Sdn Bhd
3. Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad
4. Philip Mutual Berhad
5. VKA Wealth Planners Sdn Bhd
6. Whitman Independent Advisors Sdn Bhd

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