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Lion-OCBC Global Core Fund (Moderate)

Striking a balance between the cost of investing and investment returns

3rd Quarter 2019

Past Performance

1Y
0.1%
3Y
N.A.
5Y
N.A.

In the current environment where interest rates are low, and equity market valuations are slightly stretched, finding good investment returns might be a challenge.

One way to maximise returns is to pile on more risk, which might not be the best option for risk averse investors. For these investors, rather than focus their attention solely on finding sources of above market returns, they could instead flip the search to look for investment vehicles that can help minimise the cost of investing while still providing some reasonable upside.

As the old adage goes: “A penny saved is a penny earned”. In this, the total expense ratio would be an important indicator of cost that investors should pay careful attention to.

In the end, it is all about finding an investment vehicle that is able to earn stable long-term returns at a reasonable cost to the investor.

Having access to a diversified portfolio of exchange-traded funds, which is rebalanced on a regular basis might be one way to marry the benefits of a low-cost passive investment strategy with the potential rewards that can come from some active management.

This might be a happy medium for investors looking to decrease their investment overheads as they seek a diversified exposure to the markets. 

Why We Like the Fund

  • The Lion-OCBC Global Core Fund is a cost-effective, Exchange Traded Funds-based (ETF-based) investment solution that is diversified globally and across multiple asset classes.
  • The portfolio is rebalanced regularly to stay relevant and adjust to changing market conditions.
  • This concept of a fund of ETFs and relatively less active management allows the fund manager to charge investors a lower annual management fee of 0.6% per annum.
  • The Moderate and Growth funds offer potential pay-outs, paid quarterly.
  • However, it is important to note that these distributions are not guaranteed and are dependent on market conditions.

About the Fund

NAV as at 5 July 2019
S$0.983
Fund Inception Date
31 July 2017
Fund Size
US$26.2 mil
Annual Management Fee
0.6% p.a.
Subscription Modes
Cash, SRS (for SGD-H Class O share class)

Top 5 Holdings

 
%
ISHARES USD HIGH YIELD CORP BOND UCITS ETF
17.3
ISHARES USD SHORT DURATION HIGH YIELD CORP BOND UCITS ETF USD DIST
17.3
ISHARES JP MORGAN USD ASIA CREDIT BOND INDEX ETF
9.8
ISHARES EDGE MSCI MIN VOL USA ETF
8.9
ISHARES MSCI ALL COUNTRY WORLD MINIMUM VOLATILITY ETF
8.8

NAV Movement

Source: NAV chart based on Bloomberg data as at 5 July 2019

Asset Class Allocation (%)

Source: All fund information extracted from the fund’s factsheet provided by Lion Global Investors Limited was as at 31 May 2019

Note: Performance as at 31 May 2019, for the Class O SGD-Hedged Dist Share Class, calculated on an offer-to-bid basis with all dividends and distributions reinvested, net of all charges payable upon reinvestment, if any. Performance figures exceeding 1 year, if any, were stated on an average annual compounded basis.

The information below solely constitutes the views of OCBC Bank and does not consider the specific investment objectives, financial situation or needs of anyone. The Bank is therefore not responsible for any loss or damage arising from this information. Investment involves risks. If you wish to make an investment, you should first speak to your OCBC Relationship Manager or a Personal Financial Consultant.
LION-OCBC GLOBAL CORE FUND (MODERATE) ACC SGD-H

Suitable for Balanced/ Growth

1-year performance

+ 6.53 %

LION-OCBC GLOBAL CORE FUND (MODERATE) DIST SGD-H

Suitable for Balanced/ Growth

1-year performance

+ 6.46 %