December 2019 Economic Review Insights
December 2019 Economic Review Insights
DECEMBER, 2019
CPI for Dec-19 clocked in at 12.63% YoY under new base (down by 34bps MoM)
compared to 12.42% under the old methodology. Decrease in CPI was due to
normalization of food prices as perishable food declined by 9.4% MoM. Core CPI
indicators remained in check with CPI (Urban) clocking in at 7.5% YoY while core
CPI (Rural) went up by 8.1% YoY. The Current Account deficit for the month of
Nov-19 clocked at USD319mn, taking 5MFY20 cumulative deficit to USD1.8bn
(1.6% of GDP) depicting a steep decline (72.9%) compared to USD6.7bn (5.3% of
GDP) during same period last year. The steep decline in CAD is primarily driven
by significant import compression (down 21% YoY in 5MFY20 as per SBP).
Oct-19 LSM data which showed decline of 8.0% YoY. Major sectors that reported
decline include Automobiles (-42%), Electronics (-39%) and Coke & Petroleum
Products (-12%).
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with sluggish business activities and inflationary pressures. The focus would
remain on meeting FATF requirements, fiscal management and government
compliance with the IMF quarterly targets.
Towards the end of the month there was a net injection of PKR 975bn at 13.31%
through Open Market Operations (OMO). During the month, secondary market
yields across the shorter tenor instruments declined by an average of 7bps while
the longer tenor yields decreased by an average of 35bps. We expect that interest
rates have peaked out and lower inflation towards the end of 2HFY20 can lead
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monetary easing. However, volatile oil prices in the aftermath of tension in Middle
East pose upside risk to inflation in the near term.
The rally in Dec-19 came on the back of index heavy weights whereby E&P sector
outshined the others and contributed 563pts to the total index performance. The
Others 207
aforementioned performance is due to expectation of hydrocarbon discovery in
Margand field in Balochistan, cheap valuations and expectation of Energy Sukuk.
Banking sector also followed suite and contributed 329 points on the back of
Fertilizer 144
improved profitability primarily stemming from expanding NIMs. Fertilizer sector
gained 143 points in the month.
OMCs 86
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to
cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. Moreover, market participants
would closely watch out for inflation numbers and foreign flows. We will maintain
Food 68
our strategic focus towards "bottom-up" approach and align exposure towards
stocks with strong earnings potential.
Insurance 52
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DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Fund is to seek high liquidity and comparative return for investors by investing in low risk securities of shorter duration and maturity.
The fund earned an annualized return of 12.93% against the benchmark return of 12.75%. During the month, fund size slightly decreased to PKR 9,156 million
compared to PKR 9,335 million in November 2019. At the end of the month, fund increased its exposure in cash at bank to 86.7% of total assets compared to 43.2%
held during last month. On the other hand, exposure in T-Bills was reduced to 0.26% of total assets compared to 35.89% in November 2019 to benefit from higher
deposit rates offered by banks due to year end deposit requirements.
Weighted average time to maturity of the fund stood at 7 days compared to 29 days in November 2019.
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Commercial Paper 75
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6.0% Cash 1
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The investment objective of the Fund is to provide competitive returns to its investors through active investments in low risk portfolio of short duration, while
maintaining high liquidity. The Fund will aim to maximize returns through efficient utilization of investment and liquidity management tools.
HBL Cash Fund earned an annualized return of 12.94% while posting an improvement of 119 bps when compared to last month. Fund size of HBL CF decreased by
6.1% to close at PKR 10,663 million compared to PKR 11,357 million in November 2019.
During the month, the duration of the fund decreased to 6 days from 22 days in November 2019 due to deployment of funds in Bank Deposits for augmenting
returns. Exposure in Bank deposits were recorded at 87.11% compared to 50.09% held during last month. Other asset allocation comprised of investment in
Placements with Banks and DFIs at 7.31% and Commercial Paper at 4.33% of total assets.
Commercial Paper 78
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Placement with Banks & DFI 24
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DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Fund is to provide a stable stream of income with moderate level of risk by investing in fixed income securities.
The fund posted an annualized return of 14.61% against the benchmark return of 13.51% an out-performance of 110 bps. Fund size decreased PKR 1,319 million from
PKR 1,404 million in November 2019. On MoM basis, Exposure in bank deposits increased to 50.1% compared to 28.6% in November 2019. During the month
exposure in PIBs was decreased to 6.8% compared to 12.6% held during last month. The weighted average time to maturity of the fund decreased to 882 days against
965 days in November 2019.
Going ahead, we anticipate returns will remain competitive due to our active trading strategies, higher accrual income from Bank deposits and TFCs exposure.
*Funds returns computed on NAV to NAV with the dividend reinvestment (excluding sales load if any)
HBL IF vs BENCHMARK (MoM Returns) TOP TEN HOLDINGS TFCs/SUKUKs (% of Total Assets)
16.0% HBL IF BENCHMARK
The Bank of Punjab Ltd. 11.04%
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policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The investment objective of the Fund is to provide consistent returns to its investors through active investments in a blend of short, medium and long term securities
issued and / or guaranteed by Government of Pakistan. The Fund will aim to provide superior risk adjusted returns through active duration and liquidity management
tools.
FUND MANAGER'S COMMENTS
During the month of December, HBL Government Securities Fund (HGSF) earned an exceptional return of 14.77% (annualized) compared to the benchmark return of
13.35%. On MoM basis, performance of HBL GSF was improved by 832 bps due to trading gains in long tenor government securities. The Fund size at the end of the
month stood at PKR 3,389 million compared to PKR 3,265 million in November 2019.
During the month, yield in medium to long term bonds (2 to 10 years) declined owing to market expectation of lower inflation outlook going forward. HGSF
maintained exposure of 70% in government securities (on monthly average) as per the regulatory requirement which enhances the asset quality and liquidity profile
of the fund. During the month, the main focus was on taking long term positions in fixed rated bonds to augment returns.
Exposure in T-bills was shifted to Floating rate PIBs and Bank deposits which stood at 58.47% & 36.48% of total assets respectively. WAM of the fund increased to
1,113 days compared to 616 days in November 2019.
Going forward, we will adjust the duration of the fund based on interest rate outlook and changes in macroeconomic factors. For short term, we will look for trading
opportunities to optimize the returns.
*Funds returns computed on NAV to NAV with the dividend reinvestment (excluding sales load if any)
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PIBs 1787
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policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Fund is to provide long-term capital growth and income by investing in multiple asset classes such as equity, equity-related instruments,
fixed-income securities, continuous funding system, derivatives, money market instruments, etc.
The fund posted a return of 2.98% during Dec-19 against the benchmark return of 2.56%. The benchmark KSE-100 continued its positive momentum for the fourth
consecutive month gaining 3.70% in the month of Dec-19, closing at 40,735pts (up 1,447pts MoM) after making a high of 41,769 points during the month. Average
daily value was up by 12%MoM. The robust performance of the index can be attributed to 1) improving economic fundamentals, 2) continued foreign inflows in local
debt securities and 3) Expectation of Energy Sukuk. The market performance came on the back of index heavy weights whereby E&P sector contributed 563 points,
Commercial Banks contributed 329 points and Fertilizer contributed 143 points during the month.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 58.87%
invested in equities.
TOP TEN TFCs/SUKUKs HOLDINGS (% of Total Assets) SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of Total Assets)
Dec-19 Nov-19
Commercial Banks 17.16% 17.15%
The Bank of Punjab Ltd. 5.60%
Oil & Gas Exploration Companies 16.04% 14.28%
Fertilizer 6.46% 6.61%
Power Generation & Distribution 4.14% 3.97%
Dawood Hercules Corp. Ltd. Sukuk II 1.89% Cement 3.00% 2.35%
Others 12.07% 10.83%
HBL MAF vs. BENCHMARK (12M Rolling Returns) TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of Total Assets)
HBL MAF BENCHMARK Pakistan Petroleum Ltd 5.28%
Oil & Gas Development Co Ltd 5.18%
Hub Power Company Ltd 3.43%
Mari Petroleum Company Ltd 3.30%
United Bank Limited 3.21%
Engro Corporation Ltd 3.21%
Habib Bank Ltd 3.12%
Bank Al-Falah Ltd 3.12%
Lucky Cement Ltd 2.69%
Bank Al-Habib Limited 2.55%
The scheme holds certain non-compliant investments. Before making any investment decision, investors should review non-compliant disclosure sheet and latest financial statements.
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Fund is to provide long-term capital growth by investing primarily in a diversified pool of equities and equity-related instruments.
The fund posted a return of 3.63% during Dec-19 against the benchmark return of 4.08%. The benchmark KSE-100 continued its positive momentum for the fourth
consecutive month gaining 3.70% in the month of Dec-19, closing at 40,735pts (up 1,447pts MoM) after making a high of 41,769 points during the month. Average
daily value was up by 12%MoM. The robust performance of the index can be attributed to 1) improving economic fundamentals, 2) continued foreign inflows in local
debt securities and 3) Expectation of Energy Sukuk. The market performance came on the back of index heavy weights whereby E&P sector contributed 563 points,
Commercial Banks contributed 329 points and Fertilizer contributed 143 points during the month.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 88.35%
invested in equities.
HBL SF vs. BENCHMARK (12M Rolling Returns) TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of Total Assets)
HBL SF BENCHMARK
Oil & Gas Development Co Ltd 6.83%
Pakistan Petroleum Ltd 6.14%
Bank Al-Falah Ltd 5.57%
Hub Power Company Ltd 5.33%
Mari Petroleum Company Ltd 5.22%
United Bank Limited 5.13%
Engro Corporation Ltd 4.93%
Lucky Cement Ltd 3.87%
Bank Al-Habib Limited 3.75%
Pakistan Oilfields Ltd 3.39%
The scheme holds certain non-compliant investments. Before making any investment decision, investors should review non-compliant disclosure sheet and latest financial statements.
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective is to invest in securities defined in the energy sector to provide investors access to high quality blue chip stocks in the Energy sector.
The fund posted a return of 6.18% during Dec-19 against the benchmark return of 4.08%. The benchmark KSE-100 continued its positive momentum for the fourth
consecutive month gaining 3.70% in the month of Dec-19, closing at 40,735pts (up 1,447pts MoM) after making a high of 41,769 points during the month. Average
daily value was up by 12%MoM. The robust performance of the index can be attributed to 1) improving economic fundamentals, 2) continued foreign inflows in local
debt securities and 3) Expectation of Energy Sukuk. The market performance came on the back of index heavy weights whereby E&P sector contributed 563 points,
Commercial Banks contributed 329 points and Fertilizer contributed 143 points during the month.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 89.98%
invested in equities.
HBL EF vs. BENCHMARK (12M Rolling Returns) TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of Total Assets)
HBL EF BENCHMARK
Pakistan Petroleum Ltd 14.92%
Oil & Gas Development Co Ltd 14.67%
Mari Petroleum Company Ltd 13.75%
Pakistan Oilfields Ltd 11.03%
Hub Power Company Ltd 10.48%
Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd 9.57%
Sui Northern Gas Pipeline Ltd 7.49%
K-Electric Limited 3.90%
Attock Petroleum Ltd 2.79%
Sui Southern Gas Co Ltd 1.38%
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The fund objective is to provide its investors maximum risk adjusted returns over longer investment horizon by investing in a diversified equity portfolio that offers
both capital gains and dividend income.
The fund posted a return of 3.90% during Dec-19 against the benchmark return of 3.68%. The benchmark KSE-100 continued its positive momentum for the fourth
consecutive month gaining 3.70% in the month of Dec-19, closing at 40,735pts (up 1,447pts MoM) after making a high of 41,769 points during the month. Average
daily value was up by 12%MoM. The robust performance of the index can be attributed to 1) improving economic fundamentals, 2) continued foreign inflows in local
debt securities and 3) Expectation of Energy Sukuk. The market performance came on the back of index heavy weights whereby E&P sector contributed 563 points,
Commercial Banks contributed 329 points and Fertilizer contributed 143 points during the month.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 91.75%
invested in equities.
HBL EQF vs. BENCHMARK (12M Rolling Returns) TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of Total Assets)
HBL EQF BENCHMARK
Oil & Gas Development Co Ltd 7.08%
Pakistan Petroleum Ltd 6.36%
Bank Al-Falah Ltd 5.90%
Hub Power Company Ltd 5.59%
United Bank Limited 5.36%
Mari Petroleum Company Ltd 5.19%
Engro Corporation Ltd 5.05%
Lucky Cement Ltd 4.01%
Bank Al-Habib Limited 3.80%
Pakistan Oilfields Ltd 3.44%
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of HBL Growth Fund is to maximize the wealth of the unit holders by investing primarily in listed equities in the best available opportunities, while
considering acceptable risk parameters and applicable rules and regulations.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 94.22%
invested in equities.
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of HBL Growth Fund is to maximize the wealth of the unit holders by investing primarily in listed equities in the best available opportunities, while
considering acceptable risk parameters and applicable rules and regulations.
The fund posted a return of 3.65% during Dec-19 against the benchmark return of 3.68%. The benchmark KSE-100 continued its positive momentum for the fourth
consecutive month gaining 3.70% in the month of Dec-19, closing at 40,735pts (up 1,447pts MoM) after making a high of 41,769 points during the month. Average
daily value was up by 12%MoM. The robust performance of the index can be attributed to 1) improving economic fundamentals, 2) continued foreign inflows in local
debt securities and 3) Expectation of Energy Sukuk. The market performance came on the back of index heavy weights whereby E&P sector contributed 563 points,
Commercial Banks contributed 329 points and Fertilizer contributed 143 points during the month.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 64.60%
invested in equities.
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of HBL Investment Fund is to maximize the wealth of the unit holders by investing primarily in listed equities in the best available opportunities, while
considering acceptable risk parameters and applicable rules and regulations.
The fund posted a return of 3.81% during Dec-19 outperforming the benchmark by 13bps as PSO and SNGP increased by 4.6% and 1.3% respectively. The benchmark
KSE-100 continued its positive momentum for the fourth consecutive month gaining 3.70% in the month of Dec-19, closing at 40,735pts (up 1,447pts MoM) after
making a high of 41,769 points during the month. Average daily value was up by 12%MoM. The robust performance of the index can be attributed to 1) improving
economic fundamentals, 2) continued foreign inflows in local debt securities and 3) Expectation of Energy Sukuk. The market performance came on the back of index
heavy weights whereby E&P sector contributed 563 points, Commercial Banks contributed 329 points and Fertilizer contributed 143 points during the month.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 94.24%
invested in equities.
Risk Disclaimer: This publication is for informational purposes only and nothing herein should be construed as a solicitation, recommendation or an offer to buy or sell any fund. All
investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of HBL Investment Fund is to maximize the wealth of the unit holders by investing primarily in listed equities in the best available opportunities, while
considering acceptable risk parameters and applicable rules and regulations.
The fund posted a return of 3.56% during Dec-19 against the benchmark return of 3.68%. The benchmark KSE-100 continued its positive momentum for the fourth
consecutive month gaining 3.70% in the month of Dec-19, closing at 40,735pts (up 1,447pts MoM) after making a high of 41,769 points during the month. Average
daily value was up by 12%MoM. The robust performance of the index can be attributed to 1) improving economic fundamentals, 2) continued foreign inflows in local
debt securities and 3) Expectation of Energy Sukuk. The market performance came on the back of index heavy weights whereby E&P sector contributed 563 points,
Commercial Banks contributed 329 points and Fertilizer contributed 143 points during the month.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 63.67%
invested in equities.
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
To provide a secure source of savings and regular income after retirement to the Participants
FUND MANAGER'S COMMENTS
MONEY MARKET SUB FUND: The fund posted a return of 15.34% in the month of December, 2019. During the month, fund increased exposure in Cash and decreased
exposure in T-Bills, weighted average maturity of the fund stood at 5 days.
DEBT SUB FUND: The fund posted a return of 17.53% in the month of December, 2019. During the month, fund increased exposure in cash and decreased exposure in
PIBs. Weighted average maturity of the fund stood at 763 days.
EQUITY SUB FUND: The fund posted a return of 3.73% in the month of December, 2019. During the month, the fund size increased to PKR 238mn compared to PKR
226mn in November, 2019.
FUND RETURNS* MMSF DSF ESF TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of Total Assets)
Cumulative Return Since Inception 8.52% 11.04% 284.78% Pakistan Petroleum Ltd 7.46%
Year to Date Return (Cumulative) 12.34% 19.44% 22.05%
Oil & Gas Development Co Ltd 7.43%
Calendar Year to Date Return (Cumulative) 11.01% 15.32% 16.43%
1 Month Cumulative Return 15.34% 17.53% 3.73% Bank Al-Falah Ltd 5.62%
3 Month Cumulative Return 12.80% 14.64% 28.24% United Bank Limited 5.37%
6 Month Cumulative Return 12.34% 19.44% 22.05% Engro Corporation Ltd 5.21%
1 Year Cumulative Return 11.01% 15.32% 16.43%
Mari Petroleum Company Ltd 5.06%
3 Year Cumulative Return 7.39% 8.73% -4.72%
5 Year Cumulative Return 6.81% 8.84% 47.47% Hub Power Company Ltd 4.61%
Standard Deviation** 2.07% 8.48% 26.69% Lucky Cement Ltd 3.96%
*Funds returns computed on NAV to NAV (excluding sales load if any)
**Calculated on 12Month trailing data.
Bank Al-Habib Limited 3.78%
MCB Bank Ltd 3.40%
MONEY MARKET SUB-FUND ASSET QUALITY (% Total Assets) DEBT SUB-FUND ASSET QUALITY (% Total Assets)
Gov. Sec.: 22.53% Gov. Sec.: 43.52%
AAA: 37.86% AAA: 35.72%
AA+: 0.01% AA+: 8.52%
AA: 0.65% AA: 9.76%
N.R./Others: 2.48%
AA-: 38.12%
N.R./Others: 0.83%
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
To generate returns on Investment as per the respective Allocation Plan by investing in Mutual Funds in line with the risk tolerance of the Investor.
Risk Disclaimer: This publication is for informational purposes only and nothing herein should be construed as a solicitation, recommendation or an offer to buy or sell any fund. All
investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of HBL Islamic Money Market Fund is to seek high liquidity, competitive return and maximum possible preservation of capital for investors by
investment in low risk Shariah Compliant securities.
The fund earned an annualized return of 12.84% during the month of December 2019 when compared benchmark return of 5.19%, an out-performance of 765 bps.
Fund size at the end of the month stood at PKR 1,732 million as compared to PKR 1,257 million in November 2019.
HBL Islamic Money Market Fund aims to deliver market competitive returns to investors keeping in mind short term liquidity requirements. At the end of the month,
weighted average time to maturity of the fund stood at 6 days as the exposure in Commercial Papers diluted on account of fresh inflows on account of investments.
Islamic Money Market Fund is alternative to cash in bank deposits because, in general, return of money market fund is higher than deposit rates offered by the Islamic
banks on savings accounts and the same day redemption feature makes the fund more comparable with the bank deposits.
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The Investment Objective of the Fund is to provide competitive risk adjusted returns to its investors by investing in a diversified portfolio of long, medium and short
term Shariah compliant debt instruments while taking in to account liquidity considerations.
The fund earned an annualized return of 11.95% for the month of December compared to the benchmark performance of 6.70%, showing an out-performance of 525
bps. Fund size decreased by 6.3% to PKR 1,405 million compared to PKR 1,499 million in November 2019.
At the end of the month, asset allocation of the fund comprised of 54.7% investment in bank deposits and 35.1% exposure in Corporate Sukuk. The weighted average
time to maturity (WAM) of the portfolio increased to 631 days compared to 609 days which is attributable to the decline in fund size.
Going forward, return is expected to remain competitive due to Sukuk re-pricing of majority Sukuk holding by the Fund. Furthermore, accruals will remain on the
higher side due to healthy exposure in floating rate KIBOR linked Sukuk.
HBL IIF vs BENCHMARK (MoM Returns) TOP TEN HOLDINGS TFCs/SUKUKs (% of Total Assets)
13.0% HBL IIF BENCHMARK
Dubai Islamic Bank Ltd. Sukuk I 10.83%
Nov-19
Mar-19
Aug-19
Dec-19
Oct-19
Sep-19
Feb-19
Apr-19
Jun-19
Jul-19
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Fund is to provide superior returns through investments in Shariah Complaint equity securities and Shariah Compliant income /money market
instruments.
The fund posted a return of 1.92% during Dec-19 against the benchmark return of 1.72%. The benchmark KSE-100 continued its positive momentum for the fourth
consecutive month gaining 3.70% in the month of Dec-19, closing at 40,735pts (up 1,447pts MoM) after making a high of 41,769 points during the month. Average
daily value was up by 12%MoM. The robust performance of the index can be attributed to 1) improving economic fundamentals, 2) continued foreign inflows in local
debt securities and 3) Expectation of Energy Sukuk. The market performance came on the back of index heavy weights whereby E&P sector contributed 563 points,
Commercial Banks contributed 329 points and Fertilizer contributed 143 points during the month.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 24.73%
invested in equities.
TOP TEN TFCs/SUKUKs HOLDINGS (% of Total Assets) SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of Total Assets)
Dubai Islamic Bank Ltd. Sukuk I 22.66%
Dec-19 Nov-19
Oil & Gas Exploration Companies 8.10% 9.93%
Dawood Hercules Corp. Ltd. Sukuk II 10.65% Fertilizer 4.10% 5.16%
Agha Steel Industries Limited 6.03% Power Generation & Distribution 2.61% 2.88%
Cement 1.50% 1.54%
Dawood Hercules Corp. Ltd. Sukuk I 3.06% Oil & Gas Marketing Companies 1.49% 1.58%
International Brands Ltd. 1.54% Others 6.93% 6.64%
HBL IAAF vs. BENCHMARK (12M Rolling Returns) TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of Total Assets)
HBL IAAF BENCHMARK Pakistan Petroleum Ltd 2.74%
Oil & Gas Development Co Ltd 2.70%
Engro Corporation Ltd 2.47%
Hub Power Company Ltd 2.09%
Mari Petroleum Company Ltd 1.67%
Lucky Cement Ltd 1.27%
Meezan Bank Ltd 1.16%
Thal Limited 1.02%
Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd 1.01%
Pakistan Oilfields Ltd 0.99%
The scheme holds certain non-compliant investments. Before making any investment decision, investors should review non-compliant disclosure sheet and latest financial statements.
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Fund is to achieve long-term capital growth by investing mainly in Shariah Compliant equity securities.
The fund posted a return of 5.24% during Dec-19 against the benchmark return of 5.29%. The benchmark KSE-100 continued its positive momentum for the fourth
consecutive month gaining 3.70% in the month of Dec-19, closing at 40,735pts (up 1,447pts MoM) after making a high of 41,769 points during the month. Average
daily value was up by 12%MoM. The robust performance of the index can be attributed to 1) improving economic fundamentals, 2) continued foreign inflows in local
debt securities and 3) Expectation of Energy Sukuk. The market performance came on the back of index heavy weights whereby E&P sector contributed 563 points,
Commercial Banks contributed 329 points and Fertilizer contributed 143 points during the month.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 92.25%
invested in equities.
HBL ISF vs. BENCHMARK (12M Rolling Returns) TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of Total Assets)
HBL ISF BENCHMARK
Oil & Gas Development Co Ltd 11.00%
Pakistan Petroleum Ltd 10.15%
Engro Corporation Ltd 8.96%
Hub Power Company Ltd 8.08%
Mari Petroleum Company Ltd 6.99%
Lucky Cement Ltd 5.00%
Pakistan Oilfields Ltd 4.27%
Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd 3.95%
Meezan Bank Ltd 3.92%
Engro Polymer & Chemicals Ltd 3.74%
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investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Fund is to provide the maximum total return to the unit holders from investment in shariah compliant equity investments for the given level of
risk.
The fund posted a return of 4.99% during Dec-19 against the benchmark return of 5.29%. The benchmark KSE-100 continued its positive momentum for the fourth
consecutive month gaining 3.70% in the month of Dec-19, closing at 40,735pts (up 1,447pts MoM) after making a high of 41,769 points during the month. Average
daily value was up by 12%MoM. The robust performance of the index can be attributed to 1) improving economic fundamentals, 2) continued foreign inflows in local
debt securities and 3) Expectation of Energy Sukuk. The market performance came on the back of index heavy weights whereby E&P sector contributed 563 points,
Commercial Banks contributed 329 points and Fertilizer contributed 143 points during the month.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 91.61%
invested in equities.
HBL IEF vs. BENCHMARK (12M Rolling Returns) TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of Total Assets)
HBL IEF BENCHMARK
Oil & Gas Development Co Ltd 10.50%
Pakistan Petroleum Ltd 9.97%
Engro Corporation Ltd 8.93%
Hub Power Company Ltd 7.78%
Mari Petroleum Company Ltd 6.75%
Lucky Cement Ltd 4.81%
Pakistan Oilfields Ltd 4.08%
Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd 3.90%
Meezan Bank Ltd 3.75%
Engro Polymer & Chemicals Ltd 3.75%
Risk Disclaimer: This publication is for informational purposes only and nothing herein should be construed as a solicitation, recommendation or an offer to buy or sell any fund. All
investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Fund is to provide capital appreciation to investors of 'Fund of Funds' schemes by investing in Shariah compliant equity securities.
The fund posted a return of 5.28% during Dec-19 against the benchmark return of 5.29%. The benchmark KSE-100 continued its positive momentum for the fourth
consecutive month gaining 3.70% in the month of Dec-19, closing at 40,735pts (up 1,447pts MoM) after making a high of 41,769 points during the month. Average
daily value was up by 12%MoM. The robust performance of the index can be attributed to 1) improving economic fundamentals, 2) continued foreign inflows in local
debt securities and 3) Expectation of Energy Sukuk. The market performance came on the back of index heavy weights whereby E&P sector contributed 563 points,
Commercial Banks contributed 329 points and Fertilizer contributed 143 points during the month.
Moving ahead, Pakistan equities are expected to gain further traction due to cheaper valuation and expected cut in policy rate. We will maintain our strategic focus
towards "bottom-up" approach and continue to align exposure towards stocks with strong earnings potential. At the end of the month, your fund was 93.78%
invested in equities.
The scheme holds certain non-compliant investments. Before making any investment decision, investors should review non-compliant disclosure sheet and latest financial statements.
Risk Disclaimer: This publication is for informational purposes only and nothing herein should be construed as a solicitation, recommendation or an offer to buy or sell any fund. All
investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
To provide a secure and Shariah compliant source of savings and regular income after retirement to the Participants
FUND MANAGER'S COMMENTS
MONEY MARKET SUB FUND: The fund posted a return of 8.91% in the month of December, 2019. During the month, the fund size decreased to PKR 49mn compared
to PKR 50mn in November, 2019. Weighted average maturity (WAM) of the fund stood at 4 days.
DEBT SUB FUND: The fund posted a return of 9.07% in the month of December, 2019. During the month, the fund size decreased to PKR 64mn compared to PKR
68mn in November, 2019. Weighted average maturity (WAM) of the fund stood at 171 days.
EQUITY SUB FUND: The fund posted a return of 5.02% in the month of December, 2019. During the month, the fund size decreased to PKR 155mn compared to PKR
156mn in November, 2019.
FUND RETURNS* MMSF DSF ESF TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of Total Assets)
Cumulative Return Since Inception 6.88% 7.41% 299.75% Engro Corporation Ltd 8.60%
Year to Date Return (Cumulative) 8.86% 9.64% 23.45%
Oil & Gas Development Co Ltd 8.50%
Calendar Year to Date Return (Cumulative) 8.44% 9.82% 11.91%
1 Month Cumulative Return 8.91% 9.07% 5.02% Pakistan Petroleum Ltd 8.44%
3 Month Cumulative Return 8.69% 9.14% 30.21% Mari Petroleum Company Ltd 6.37%
6 Month Cumulative Return 8.86% 9.64% 23.45% Hub Power Company Ltd 6.09%
1 Year Cumulative Return 8.44% 9.82% 11.91%
Lucky Cement Ltd 4.33%
3 Year Cumulative Return 5.73% 5.95% -10.15%
5 Year Cumulative Return 5.62% 5.97% 33.49% Meezan Bank Ltd 4.03%
Standard Deviation** 1.11% 2.60% 27.42% Pakistan Oilfields Ltd 3.87%
*Funds returns computed on NAV to NAV (excluding sales load if any)
**Calculated on 12Month trailing data.
Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd 3.47%
Engro Polymer & Chemicals Ltd 3.40%
MONEY MARKET SUB-FUND ASSET QUALITY (% Total Assets) DEBT SUB-FUND ASSET QUALITY (% Total Assets)
AAA: 19.50% AAA: 21.82%
AA+: 20.48% AA+: 19.80%
AA: 19.89% AA: 31.92%
AA-: 19.29% AA-: 1.10%
A+: 23.01%
A+: 19.76%
N.R./Others: 2.35%
N.R./Others: 1.08%
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE
To generate returns on Investment as per the respective Allocation Plan by investing in Shariah Compliant Mutual Funds in line with the risk tolerance of the Investor.
RELATED INFORMATION CAP AAP SAP ICPP FUND RETURNS* CAP BENCHMARK
Net Assets (PKR in mln) 10 107 57 473 Cumulative Return Since Inception 12.76% 4.68%
NAV 110.1755 106.1426 119.4124 113.9467 Year to Date Return (Cumulative) 8.59% 6.89%
Expense Ratio with Levies 0.45% 0.48% 0.40% 0.97% Calendar Year to Date Return (Cumulative) 10.03% 6.42%
Expense Ratio without Levies 0.27% 0.21% 0.18% 0.63% 1 Month Cumulative Return 1.78% 1.54%
3 Month Cumulative Return 7.11% 6.74%
6 Month Cumulative Return 8.59% 6.89%
1 Year Cumulative Return 10.03% 6.42%
Risk Disclaimer: This publication is for informational purposes only and nothing herein should be construed as a solicitation, recommendation or an offer to buy or sell any fund. All
investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
Risk Disclaimer: This publication is for informational purposes only and nothing herein should be construed as a solicitation, recommendation or an offer to buy or sell any fund. All
investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.
DECEMBER, 2019
* Since Inception
** Since conversion from Closed-End to Open-End
Risk Disclaimer: This publication is for informational purposes only and nothing herein should be construed as a solicitation, recommendation or an offer to buy or sell any fund. All
investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Please read the Offering Document to understand the investment
policies and risks involved including risk disclosure for special feature.