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Any view expressed in this interview shall not be construed to represent the view of Aberdeen International Fund Managers Limited. This interview is strictly for information purposes only; it does not constitute a representation that any product or investment strategy is suitable or appropriate for an investor’s individual circumstances and is not a substitute to independent professional advice.
This is not an offer to sell any investment funds referred to herein. In particular, such funds are not offered or sold in the United States or to US persons.
Investment involves risk. Before making any investment decision to invest in the fund, investors should read the Summary Prospectus and in particular to the investment policies and the risk factors. Investors should ensure they fully understand the risks associated with the fund and should also consider their own investment objective and risk tolerance level. Investors are reminded that they are responsible for their investment decision and they should not invest unless the intermediary who offers or sells the fund to them has advised them that the fund is suitable for them and has explained why, including how buying the fund is consistent with their investment objectives. If in doubt, please seek independent financial and professional advice.
Subscriptions may only be made on the basis of the relevant offering documents, the most recent annual financial statements and semi-annual financial statements if published thereafter. Investors are reminded that the value and income (if any) from shares of the fund may be volatile and could change substantially within a short period of time, and investors may not get back the amount they have invested in the fund. Past performance is not a guide future performance. The investment returns are denominated in the base currency of the fund. US / HK dollar based investors are therefore exposed to fluctuations in the US dollar / HK dollar / base currency exchange rate.
Investors should note that emerging markets tend to be less liquid and more volatile than mature markets and the value of your investment could move sharply up or down. In some circumstances, the underlying investments may become illiquid which may constrain the Investment Manager’s ability to realise some or all of the portfolio. The registration and settlement arrangements in emerging markets may be less developed than in more mature markets so the operational risks of investing are higher. Emerging markets may have relatively unstable government and may be more susceptible to adverse economic conditions which expose investors to higher levels of risks and political risks.
Investors should note that investment in bonds and other debt instruments are exposed to the credit risks of the issuer and interest rate risk. In the event that any issuer of bonds or other debt instruments experiences financial or economic difficulties, the value of the investment may be adversely affected (inability of the issuer to pay the interest on a bond and/or return the capital on redemption date) and may become zero. Interest rate fluctuations affect the capital value of investments. Where long term interest rates rise, the capital value of shares is likely to fall and vice versa. In addition, unlike income from a single bond, the level of income from a fund is not fixed and may fluctuate. Yields are estimated figures and may fluctuate.
Investing in equity securities may offer a higher rate of return than those in short term and longer term debt securities. However, the risks associated with investments in equity securities may also be higher, because the investment performance of equity securities depends upon factors which are difficult to predict. Such factors include the possibility of sudden or prolonged market declines and risks associated with individual companies. The fundamental risk associated with any equity portfolio is the risk that the value of the investments it holds might decrease in value.
A fund which focuses on investing in a geographical area or country is likely to be more volatile and may be more susceptible to fluctuations in value resulting from adverse conditions in the geographical area or country in which a fund invests.
Investors should note that the fund may enter into financial derivative instruments for the purposes of investment, hedging or efficient portfolio management and may therefore involve risks different from, or possibly greater than, the risks associated with investing in more traditional instruments such as equities or bonds.
Investors are reminded to consider the risks associated with the fund, in particular risks associated with financial derivative instruments as set out in the Summary Prospectus before investing in the fund.
Any research or analysis used in the preparation of this document is based upon sources believed to be reliable as of the date thereof, but no representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of data sourced from third parties. Any opinions, estimates or forecasts may be changed at any time without prior warning.
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