Henderson Global Funds Launch Japan-Asia Focus Fund.CHICAGO -- Henderson Global Investors (North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. ), Inc., the investment management company, has announced a new addition to its Henderson Global Funds family of mutual funds. The Henderson Japan-Asia Focus Fund was launched on January 31, 2006, and focuses on equity investments in Japanese and other Asian companies. The Fund combines a bottom-up stockpicking approach with a strategic asset allocation Strategic Asset Allocation A portfolio strategy that involves periodically rebalancing the portfolio in order to maintain a long-term goal for asset allocation. Notes: At the inception of the portfolio, a "base policy mix" is established based on expected returns. process to seek attractive investment opportunities in Japanese and Asian markets. Sean Dranfield, Director of North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. Retail Distribution, commented, "We are particularly excited about launching this Fund right now because we believe that the Japanese economy may be poised for a long-term expansion. The Henderson Group Henderson Group plc (LSE: HGI, ASX: HGI) is a British asset management company based in the City of London. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. It is also listed on the Australian Stock Exchange. of companies has significant experience investing in Japanese and Asian markets, which should position us well to capitalize on Cap´i`tal`ize on` v. t. 1. To turn (an opportunity) to one's advantage; to take advantage of (a situation); to profit from; as, to capitalize on an opponent's mistakes s>. the investment opportunities this economic expansion may provide." The Henderson Global Funds family includes five other load mutual funds: the International Opportunities Fund; European Focus Fund; Global Technology Fund; U.S. Core Growth Fund; and the Income Advantage Fund. The company's separately managed accounts (SMA (1) See SMA connector. (2) (Shared Memory Architecture) See shared video memory. (3) (Software Maintenance Association) A membership organization that began in 1985 and ended in 1996. ) product, the Henderson International ADR ADR - Astra Digital Radio Portfolio, is also available to retail investors. About Henderson Global Investors Henderson Global Investors is a leading investment manager, providing a wide range of investment products and services to institutions and individuals in Asia, Europe and North America. Henderson manages over $119.3 billion(1) (as of 6/30/05) in assets and employs more than 900 people in 11 offices around the world. Henderson Global Investors (North America) Inc. was established in 1999 when Henderson acquired Phoenix Realty Advisors. Today, the company has both retail and institutional distribution capabilities for property, listed equities and high yield fixed income products. The first Henderson Global Funds - European Focus, Global Technology and International Opportunities - were launched on August 31, 2001, to provide mutual fund investors with exposure to Henderson's expertise in global asset management. (1)The $119.3 billion references Henderson's assets under management Assets Under Management (AUM) is a term used by financial services companies in the mutual fund and money management or investment management business to gauge how much money they are managing. as of 6/30/05 which are comprised of discretionary, non-discretionary and other assets other assets Assets of relatively small value. For financial reporting purposes, firms frequently combine small assets into a single category rather than listing each item separately. . Henderson Global Investors ("Henderson") is the name under which various subsidiaries of Henderson Group plc, a UK limited company, provide investment products and services. Before investing, you should carefully consider the Funds' investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses. This and other information is in the prospectus, a copy of which may be obtained for free by calling 1.866.443.6337 or visiting the Funds' website at www.hendersonglobalinvestors.com. Please read the prospectus carefully before you invest. International investing involves certain risks and increased volatility not associated with investing solely in the U.S. These include currency fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information or unfavorable political or legal developments. In addition, the Funds may invest in a limited geographic area or in a small number of issuers. As such, investing in the Funds may involve greater risk and volatility than investing in more diversified funds. |
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