APS FUNDS
APS Ethical Cautious Fund
The investment objective of the Fund is to maximise the total return to investors, minimising the volatility of the portfolio while attaining a desirable level of liquidity, following ethical principles according to the Ethical Policy. The Fund seeks to achieve this objective by investing primarily in international government and corporate bonds, and in direct equities. The Fund may also invest in Collective Investment Schemes (CISs), deposits and cash. Investments align with the selection approach defined in the Ethical Policy, promoting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) characteristics.
Up to 40% of the Fund's total net assets may be invested in direct equities or CISs primarily exposed to equities, without restrictions on geographical allocation or target market cap. The Fund may invest up to 100% of total net assets in direct bonds and other debt securities (Sovereign and corporate) or bond-related instruments (including transferable securities related to, backed by, linked to the performance of, or referenced to bonds or other debt securities). There is no specific limit on geographical allocation. It may also invest up to 40% of its net assets in high yield bonds.
Strategy
Our Portfolio Managers combine a top-down macro framework with bottom-up equity selection as well as ESG analysis. This enables them to provide attractive risk-adjusted returns derived from both bonds and equities. They not only consider fundamental analysis, relative value and market dynamics but also carry out thorough analysis on ESG components which may impact potential return both for corporates and for Sovereigns. The Fund adopts both negative screening and positive ESG analysis to determine what qualifies as investible bonds and Sovereigns.
This approach enables our Portfolio Managers to:
- Avoid the companies or sovereigns that are not ESG compliant according to the Ethical Policy
- Calibrate overall duration risk across relevant geographies
- Identify attractive credit and equity sectors, and companies where they target return as a combination of income spread compression and capital gain
- Enhance portfolio risk-adjusted returns by overlaying the portfolio with select foreign currency positions
Features & benefits
- Attractive risk return profile
- Access to the global bond and equity markets
- Invest according to best practice from an ESG perspective
- Expertise and experience of diverse management team
- UCITS investor protection
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FUND LITERATURE
KEY INFORMATION DOCUMENTS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
By investing in a fund, individuals gain access to a broader range of investments than they might achieve on their own. This diversification helps spread risk, as the performance of any single asset has less impact on the overall portfolio.
Investment funds are managed by professional fund managers who make decisions on behalf of the investors, aiming to achieve the fund's investment objectives. This professional management can be particularly beneficial for investors who lack the time or expertise to manage their own portfolios.
Additionally, because the fund's costs are shared among all investors, individual investors often benefit from lower fees and expenses compared to managing a portfolio independently.
Regulated Structure: UCITS funds operate within a regulated framework, providing investors with essential protections and ensuring transparency throughout the investment process.
Liquidity: UCITS funds offer high levels of liquidity, allowing investors to buy and sell shares on a frequent basis. This flexibility provides investors with easy access to their investments when needed.
Diversification: UCITS funds typically invest in a wide range of assets, such as equities, bonds, and money market instruments. This diversification helps spread risk and can potentially enhance returns by accessing different market opportunities.
Savings Plan: If you are considering smaller, regular investments or prefer a structured savings approach, APS Funds offer a convenient monthly savings plan. You can start with as little as €50 per month, allowing you to gradually build a portfolio through manageable monthly contributions.
Lump Sum Package: If you prefer to invest a larger amount upfront, the Lump Sum Package may be the ideal choice for you. With a minimum investment starting from €1,000, this option provides the flexibility to invest a lump sum according to your financial goals.
Distributor Shares: With Distributor Shares, investors have the option to receive part or all of the net income (if any) generated by the fund in the form of dividends. These dividends are distributed to shareholders according to the Dividend Policy outlined in the Offering Supplement specific to each fund.
Accumulator Shares: On the other hand, Accumulator Shares allow investors to reinvest the entire net income (if any) generated by the fund back into the fund itself. This means that any income earned by the fund, after deducting expenses, is accumulated within the fund. This accumulation is reflected in the price of the Investor Shares of the fund.
This website is intended to be of general interest only and should not be considered as an offer, investment advice or solicitation to deal in the shares of the Funds. Any decision to invest should be based on the full details of the Prospectus, and Offering Supplement and Key Information Document of the respective Fund, which can be obtained from APS Bank plc, any of its branches, or by visiting apsbank.com.mt/funds. Investors should seek independent legal and financial advice, including advice as to tax consequences, before making any investment decision.
There is no guarantee that the Funds will achieve their objectives. The value of your investment may fall as well as rise and currency fluctuations may also affect the value of the investment. Performance figures quoted refer to the past and past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. You may lose some or all of the money you invest. There are additional risks involved with this type of investment, which are described in the Prospectus, Offering Supplements and Key Information Documents and should be read before investing.
APS Funds SICAV plc, including each of its Funds, is licensed as a Collective Investment Scheme by the Malta Financial Services Authority (‘MFSA’) in terms of the Investment Services Act and qualifies as a ‘Maltese UCITS’. APS Funds SICAV p.l.c. is managed by ReAPS Asset Management Limited, a subsidiary of APS Bank plc, regulated by the MFSA as a ‘UCITS Manager’ under the Investment Services Act.