HSBC Global Investment Funds Asian Currencies Bond (J1I0)

Overview

HSBC Global Investment Funds Asian Currencies Bond is an open-ended bond fund strategically designed to enhance long-term capital growth and income. It accomplishes this by investing in a diversified array of fixed income securities across the Asian continent. The fund adopts a targeted strategy, committing at least 70% of its assets to bonds that are denominated in various Asian currencies. This includes a mix of investment-grade, non-investment grade, and unrated bonds, catering to a broad investment spectrum.

The fund typically invests in securities that are issued or guaranteed by diverse entities within Asia, such as national governments, government-related organizations, supranational bodies, and corporations that have significant operational footprints in the region. Active management of the fund enables it to make strategic adjustments based on changes in economic and credit conditions in Asian markets, aligning with HSBC’s ethos of adapting to market dynamics.

Moreover, all investment decisions are made in accordance with HSBC’s Responsible Investment Policies, which impose restrictions on investing in issuers linked to prohibited activities. The fund may also diversify its holdings by investing in convertible bonds, money market instruments, and other investment funds to ensure liquidity management and diversification of assets. By focusing on Asian currencies, the fund differentiates itself from traditional global or country-specific bond funds, providing investors with a unique opportunity to leverage the economic growth prospects of the region, alongside a distinctive risk-return profile.

Products and Services

• Open-ended Bond Fund

  This product allows investors to buy and sell shares based on the fund's net asset value. It provides flexibility and potential capital growth, catering to long-term investment strategies.

• Diversified Fixed Income Portfolio

  The fund invests in a broad selection of fixed income securities across Asia, which helps mitigate risks while seeking to optimize returns for investors.

• Asian Currency Bonds

  By investing at least 70% of its assets into bonds denominated in Asian currencies, the fund exposes investors to local market opportunities and the potential benefits of currency appreciation.

• Active Management

  The fund is actively managed, which allows the fund managers to strategically adjust holdings in response to evolving economic conditions and market trends within the Asian region.

• Responsible Investment Policies

  HSBC ensures that investment decisions comply with responsible investment criteria, excluding issuers involved in activities deemed non-ethical or harmful, thus aligning financial objectives with ethical standards.

• Convertible Bonds and Money Market Instruments

  The fund allocates a portion of its assets to convertible bonds and money market instruments to enhance liquidity and overall portfolio diversification, making the fund responsive to market conditions.

• Investment Flexibility

  The fund’s structure allows for adjustments in asset allocation, permitting the exploration of new opportunities in the growing Asian markets while managing risks effectively.