RHB Asset Management Sdn. Bhd. (“RHBAM”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of RHB  Investment Bank Berhad, today unveiled its enhanced Asian Income strategy comprising RHB Asian  Income Fund, RHB Asian Income Fund-SGD and RHB Asian Income Fund - Multi Currencies (herein referred  to as "RHB Asian Income Funds"). This enhancement marks a significant evolution of RHBAM’s flagship  product, which has maintained a successful track record for over 12 years. 

The RHB Asian Income Funds feed into the Schroder Asian Income Fund (“Target Fund”), managed by  Schroders Singapore (“Schroders”). The Target Fund features a more dynamic asset allocation strategy,  with a broadened investment scope that now spans global and alternative assets, in addition to Asian  multi-asset investments. This comprehensive diversification allows Malaysian investors to tap into broader growth opportunities while enjoying stable income and capital appreciation over the medium-to long term, amid a rapidly evolving investment landscape.  

The RHB Asian Income Funds’ income distribution policy is now more flexible, allowing for monthly income  distribution. It targets a higher income distribution of 6% to 6.5% per annum1, a notable increase from the  previous 4.0% to 4.5% per annum. This improvement is designed to offer flexibility and provide a more  regular income stream, especially valuable in times of market volatility.  

The enhancement aligns with the current economic environment, characterised by easing monetary  policies and lower interest rates, which have brought dividends back into focus. Coupled with ongoing  corporate reforms across Asian capital markets, these factors are poised to drive stronger investor  confidence and favourable dividend outcomes over the medium term. 

The Target Fund’s diversified strategic investment universe now extends beyond Asian multi-asset  investments to include global and alternative asset classes, aiming to boost alpha generation and enhance yields by tapping into income and growth opportunities worldwide. With a balanced approach that  combines income generation and capital growth, the RHB Asian Income Funds aims to deliverstability and  long-term potential. Investors gain access to high-quality companies globally, positioning them to benefit  from major growth themes such as artificial intelligence, which are reshaping the market landscape. 

Today, RHBAM manages an extensive range of unit trust funds, wholesale funds, private retirement  schemes and private mandates for Malaysian investors, both retail and sophisticated investors at large. Our range of investment solutions encompasses both conventional and Shariah-compliant, sustainability  focused and thematic strategies to cater to the differing risk appetite for out investors. Our assets under  management (AUM) is in excess of RM50bil, with the support of our clients, appointed distributors and  our agency force. Our product offerings are distributed by our list of appointed Institutional Unit Trust 

Agents (IUTAs), Corporate Unit Trust Agents (CUTAs), agency force and through our very own online  portal, RHBAM MyInvest. Investors are able to access the RHB Asian Income Funds through www.rhbgroup.com/myinvest. 

Retail investors can participate in RHB Asian Income Fund with a minimum investment of RM100, making  this diversified approach to income and growth accessible to a broad range of investors. 

Chze How Ng, Managing Director and CEO of RHB Asset Management, said: 

“At RHB Asset Management Sdn. Bhd., we are committed to delivering innovative investment solutions  that meet the evolving needs of our clients. The enhanced Asian Income strategy are designed to provide  consistent income and capital growth during volatile market cycles. We are optimistic that it will play an  essential role in every investor’s portfolio. We are proud to continue our 12-year partnership with  Schroders, leveraging their proven expertise to navigate this dynamic investment landscape.”  

Lily Choh, Head of South Asia and CEO Singapore, Schroders, said:  

“As we steer through an era of transformative change, we are delighted to partner with RHB Asset  Management Sdn. Bhd. on the enhanced Asian Income strategy, which is exclusively designed to benefit  from Asia's burgeoning influence and pivotal trends driving growth. Schroders, as one of the largest  offshore managers in Malaysia, combines our regional expertise with a global perspective to deliver  income stability while tapping into the next wave of growth opportunities. Our robust and forward thinking investment strategies are well-positioned to adapt to the rapidly evolving market landscape,  making this fund an ideal addition for investors seeking to navigate the future with confidence.”

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