Investment Objective
The fundamental investment
objective is to track the
Morgan Stanley Capital
International Europe,
Australasia and Far East
Index("MSCI EAFE Index"). The
MSCI EAFE Index is a broadly
diversified index consisting
of equity securities of
companies domiciled in
developed markets outside the
U.S. and Canada.
Benchmark Statement
MSCI EAFE ND (C$)
Recommended For
This Fund may be suitable for
medium to long-term investors
who want to track the returns
of an international index and
are contributing to the growth
component of a diversified
portfolio. Investors in this
Fund should be willing to
accept a moderate level of
risk.
Why Invest
One-step exposure to large,
well-established overseas
companies included in the MSCI
EAFE Index.
Low MER.
Complements active investment
style.
Portfolio Update
Quarterly Update
Overall, global equities rose over the quarter. While economic growth continues to be low, investors were encouraged by continuing accommodative monetary policies in both developed and developing countries, and they continued to take advantage of attractive equity valuations. Investors also breathed a collective sigh of relief as the risk of a euro zone breakup seemed to recede when leaders put forward a banking union proposal and restructured the terms of Greece’s bailout loans. In Asia, China showed signs that its economic slowdown may have bottomed, and Japanese equities posted positive returns as investors speculated that the newly elected government would encourage the Bank of Japan to further stimulate the economy. The Canadian dollar weakened against most major currencies, except the Japanese yen. This weakness led to enhanced returns in Canadian dollar terms.
(December 2012)
General Description
| Fund Codes:
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TDB964
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| Minimum non-RSP Investment:
|
$ 100.00
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| Minimum RSP Investment:
|
$ 100.00
|
| Minimum Subsequent Investment:
|
$ 100.00
|
| Early Redemption:
|
Up to 2.00% of purchase cost
if redeemed within 30 days of
purchase.
|
|
MER:
|
1.38% MER as of December 31, 2012
|
| Sector Class:
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International Equity
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| Inception Date:
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May 13, 1997
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| Assets:
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$ 255.14 million as of Apr. 30, 2013.
|
| Minimum PPP Amount:
|
$25.00
|
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