Investing in volatile markets

“In this uncertain market, investors should stay cautious. We continue to advocate a hunt for yield strategy, whether it is from bonds or equities. We help you navigate the fluctuations of the market with our range of investment solutions.”

- Mr Vasu Menon, Senior Investment Strategist, Wealth Management
Singapore, OCBC Bank,
Member of OCBC Wealth Panel

Cushioning the impact of market uncertainties through low volatility and low correlation funds and provide stability through investment solutions that spread out risks through a diversified portfolio.

Features and Benefits

Investing through a
Managed Risks Approach

Using a Managed Risks Approach and tapping on the expert views from our OCBC Wealth Panel, we provide valuable market insights to help you navigate through market uncertainties.

Diversification
& Flexibility

We recognise that each person has unique needs and risk appetites. In investing, there is no one-size-fits-all strategy. We give you a wider choice with our range of funds that consists of multi-asset funds (Global or Asia) and fixed income funds.

Regular
Potential Payouts

With regular potential payouts of up to 6% p.a.*, you will be able to generate a stream of passive income to build your financial foundation.

Key Featured Funds

Lower expected returns, Lower risk
Higher expected returns, Higher risk

LionGlobal Short Duration Bond Fund

If you prefer a fixed income approach, Lion Global offers an attractive risk and return trade-off with low-medium risk exposure. This fund aims to provide income and capital growth over the mid to long term through a portfolio of Singapore and international bonds.

  • Potential payout: 2.5% p.a.* (paid quarterly)
  • Sales charge: Up to 3%
  • Minimum initial investment: S$5,000
  • Mode: Lump sum/OCBC Momentum
  • Annual management fee: 0.5% p.a
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Fullerton USD Income Fund

If you are looking to seek potential returns in a volatile environment, Fullerton USD Income Fund offers a diversified portfolio of USD-denominated bonds, targeting long term capital appreciation and/or income. Investing primarily in Asian Fixed Income markets, this fund focuses on quality companies with robust fundamentals. At least 70% of your portfolio will be invested in investment-grade bonds, with active portfolio and risk management.

  • Attractive income with lower volatility versus other asset classes
  • Sales charge: Up to 3%
  • Minimum initial investment: S$5,000
  • Mode: Lump sum/OCBC Momentum
  • Annual management fee: 0.8% p.a.
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BlackRock Global - Multi-Asset Income Fund

This is for those who prefer a multi-asset approach. Using flexible and dynamic asset allocation across equities, bonds, and non-traditional assets, BlackRock seeks an above average income while achieving long-term growth. It is less volatile than a bond-equity balanced portfolio with its strong risk-adjusted returns.

  • Potential payout: 5-6% dividend yield p.a.* (paid monthly)
  • Sales charge: Up to 5%
  • Minimum initial investment: S$5,000
  • Mode: Lump sum/OCBC Momentum
  • Annual management fee: 1.5% p.a.
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Schroder Asian Income

Schroder Asian Income offers a multi-asset approach, focused on Asian markets. Targeting investors with a mid-long term horizon, this fund is aimed at maximising your returns in different market environments. It adopts an active asset allocation strategy that seeks to capture the strong growth of Asia through both equities and bonds.

  • Potential payout: Up to 5% p.a.* (paid monthly)
  • Sales charge: Up to 5%
  • Minimum initial investment: S$5,000
  • Mode: Lump sum/OCBC Momentum
  • Annual management fee: 1.25% p.a
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J.P. Morgan Global Macro Opportunities Fund

If you prefer a diversifier to your portfolio that has low correlation to traditional assets such as stocks and bonds, you can consider the JPM Global Macro Opportunities Fund. This fund leverages on global macro themes and aims to deliver performance in varying market environments using a combination of traditional and non-traditional strategies.

  • Focus on capital gains
  • Minimum initial investment: S$5,000
  • Diversified globally with the ability to use traditional and non-traditional strategies (e.g. derivatives)
  • Annual management fee: 1.25% p.a
  • Does not move in line with traditional asset classes such as stocks and bonds
  • Sales charge: Up to 5%
  • Mode: Lump sum/OCBC Momentum
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Terms & Conditions

*Payouts will differ from fund to fund and will depend on currency share class. They are not guaranteed and may be changed at the fund manager’s discretion without prior notice

 

Unit Trust Disclaimer

The information contained herein is for general information only. It does not take account of your specific investment aims, financial situation or needs.

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Low volatility

Buy into funds that are potentially more stable & have lower drawdowns in market downturns.

Low correlation

Build a portfolio of funds that invests in different asset classes, regions and sectors that aims to stabilise returns during volatile markets. Returns of investments in a portfolio have a lower likelihood of moving in tandem and thus this potentially reduces the overall risks.

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Managed Risks Approach

Funds with good downside risk management i.e. potentially lower drawdown in market downturns.

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Regular Potential Payout

*Payouts will differ from fund to fund and will depend on currency share class. They are not guaranteed and may be changed at the fund manager’s discretion without prior notice.

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