An open-ended investment fund that aims to grow the value of unit holders' investments over the medium-term in a medium/long-term bond portfolio with exposure to the equity market via warrants and options.

The fund will invest up to 98% in bonds and other fixed income instruments rated at least 'BBB' by RAM or its MARC equivalent. As part of its fixed income portfolio, it will also invest in ICULS/exchangeable bonds listed on the KLSE and other eligible exchanges. ICULS and exchangeable bonds are capped at 10% of NAV. Another 10% of the NAV can be invested in warrants and options.

This Fund is suitable if :-

• you want to diversify your overall investment portfolio by including bonds as an asset;
• you are looking for potential higher returns compared to other kinds of bond funds; and
• you are looking for a less volatile asset class but can accept that returns may fluctuate over the short-term.

It is recommended that you invest in the CIMB-P Strategic Bond for 3 years or more.

CIMB-Principal Asset Management is a premier, Malaysia-based asset management company with RM6.8 billion in assets under management as at 30 November 2005. CIMB-Principal's team of dedicated investment professionals offers expertise in equities, fixed income, cash, and Shariah compliant fund management. One of the largest asset management companies in Malaysia, CIMB-Principal manufactures and distributes a comprehensive range of unit trust funds, and manages customized portfolio mandates for corporations and institutions. CIMB-Principal is a 60% subsidiary of CIMB Berhad and 40% subsidiary of Principal Financial Group Inc (USA).