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UNIT INVESTMENT TRUST FUNDS

Unit Investment Trust Fund or UITF is a collective investment scheme wherein money from various investors are pooled together into one fund to achieve a specific investment objective. UITFs are managed by a professional investment team that aims to maximize returns within reasonable risk levels.
 
 
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The Fund is an equity UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize total return by investing all or substantially all of its assets in a collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund. The Target Fund aims to provide long term capital growth for those investors who hold a long-term investment view and are prepared to accept significant fluctuations in the value of their investments. At least 70% of its net assets will be invested in equity and equity related securities of companies covering the different sectors of the Indian economy and which are listed on a stock exchange either in India or on any stock exchange. Such equity and equity related securities include common stocks, preferred stocks and depositary receipts. The remaining assets of the Target Fund may include bonds and deposits.

Why this Fund?

Attractive Growth Opportunities in a Rising Economic Powerhouse
India is the sixth largest economy in the world, with a young and large population fueling its domestic-driven growth.

Long-term Growth is Set to Accelerate
Runway for growth is anchored on formalization through a digital economy and reinvestment in manufacturing.

Solid Performance Track Record
The Fund feeds into Manulife Global Fund - India Equity Fund, which has garnered multiple recognition and awards¹. This makes the Fund the right choice to navigate India’s investment landscape, as it benefits from the Target Fund’s proven track record of long-term alpha generation and downside market protection.

¹Refinitiv Lipper Best Fund (Equity India) over 3 Years and over 5 Years in 2020; FSMOne Recommended Unit Trust Award (Single Country Equity-India) in 2019 and 2020; Benchmark Top Fund Award Best-in-Class (India Equity category) in 2019; Citywire Best Fund Manager (India Equity) in 2018

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The Fund is an equity UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize total return by investing all or substantially all of its assets in a collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund. The Target Fund aims to provide long term capital growth for those investors who hold a long-term investment view and are prepared to accept significant fluctuations in the value of their investments. At least 70% of its net assets will be invested in equity and equity related securities of companies covering the different sectors of the Indian economy and which are listed on a stock exchange either in India or on any stock exchange. Such equity and equity related securities include common stocks, preferred stocks and depositary receipts. The remaining assets of the Target Fund may include bonds and deposits.

Why this Fund?

Attractive Growth Opportunities in a Rising Economic Powerhouse
India is the sixth largest economy in the world, with a young and large population fueling its domestic-driven growth.

Long-term Growth is Set to Accelerate
Runway for growth is anchored on formalization through a digital economy and reinvestment in manufacturing.

Solid Performance Track Record
The Fund feeds into Manulife Global Fund - India Equity Fund, which has garnered multiple recognition and awards¹. This makes the Fund the right choice to navigate India’s investment landscape, as it benefits from the Target Fund’s proven track record of long-term alpha generation and downside market protection.

¹Refinitiv Lipper Best Fund (Equity India) over 3 Years and over 5 Years in 2020; FSMOne Recommended Unit Trust Award (Single Country Equity-India) in 2019 and 2020; Benchmark Top Fund Award Best-in-Class (India Equity category) in 2019; Citywire Best Fund Manager (India Equity) in 2018

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The Fund is a unit-paying equity UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize total return by investing its assets in a collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund. The Target Fund aims to provide income and medium to long term capital growth by investing at least 70% of its assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs) listed and traded globally. The Target Fund may also invest up to 30% of its net assets in real estate securities other than REITs and/or cash and cash equivalents. 

Why this Fund?

Stable and Growing Income
REITs typically generate stable rental income, enabling attractive dividend payouts.

Long-term Investment Growth
Many REITs outperform other investments, even in the face of high interest rates.

Potential Diversification Benefits
REITs have low correlation with other major asset classes, providing diversification to an investment portfolio.

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The Fund is a unit-paying equity UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize total return by investing its assets in a collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund. The Target Fund aims to provide income and medium to long term capital growth by investing at least 70% of its assets in real estate investment trusts (REITs) listed and traded globally. The Target Fund may also invest up to 30% of its net assets in real estate securities other than REITs and/or cash and cash equivalents. 

Why this Fund?

Stable and Growing Income
REITs typically generate stable rental income, enabling attractive dividend payouts.

Long-term Investment Growth
Many REITs outperform other investments, even in the face of high interest rates.

Potential Diversification Benefits
REITs have low correlation with other major asset classes, providing diversification to an investment portfolio.

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The Fund is a unit-paying balanced UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize total return by investing its assets in a collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund. Target Fund aims to achieve income generation by investing at least 70% of its assets in a diversified portfolio of equity, equity-related securities, fixed income, and fixed income-related securities of companies and/or governments globally (including EMs). The remaining assets may be invested in cash and/or cash equivalents.

Why this Fund?
  • Income
    To generate relatively stable income through multiple sources
  • Diversification
    Globally unconstrained approach to meet an optimal risk-reward profile
  • Cushioned Downside
    Seeks to buffer market downside via a flexible investment mandate
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The Fund is a unit-paying balanced UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize total return by investing its assets in a collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund. Target Fund aims to achieve income generation by investing at least 70% of its assets in a diversified portfolio of equity, equity-related securities, fixed income, and fixed income-related securities of companies and/or governments globally (including EMs). The remaining assets may be invested in cash and/or cash equivalents.

Why this Fund?
  • Income
    To generate relatively stable income through multiple sources
  • Diversification
    Globally unconstrained approach to meet an optimal risk-reward profile
  • Cushioned Downside
    Seeks to buffer market downside via a flexible investment mandate
View Target Fund Prospectus
Target Fund Information
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The Fund is an equity UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize total return by investing its assets in a collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund. The Target Fund aims to provide medium to long term capital growth by investing mainly in equity and equity-related securities in health care and related industries globally, which are listed on any stock exchange. It may also invest in companies which derive a significant portion of their earnings from medical and pharmaceutical products and services. The remaining assets may include bonds and deposits.

Why this Fund?

Medical advances
Seeking to outperform the market by projecting revenues from breakthrough medical advances

Aging population and rising healthcare costs
Investing in companies that are well-positioned to benefit from the growing demand for healthcare and those that are capable to bend the healthcare cost curve via products and technology

Unmet medical needs
Potentially tapping new market opportunities through innovative companies that offer groundbreaking medical advances for previously untreatable conditions

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The Fund is an equity UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize total return by investing its assets in a collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund. The Target Fund aims to provide medium to long term capital growth by investing mainly in equity and equity-related securities in health care and related industries globally, which are listed on any stock exchange. It may also invest in companies which derive a significant portion of their earnings from medical and pharmaceutical products and services. The remaining assets may include bonds and deposits.

Why this Fund?

Medical advances
Seeking to outperform the market by projecting revenues from breakthrough medical advances

Aging population and rising healthcare costs
Investing in companies that are well-positioned to benefit from the growing demand for healthcare and those that are capable to bend the healthcare cost curve via products and technology

Unmet medical needs
Potentially tapping new market opportunities through innovative companies that offer groundbreaking medical advances for previously untreatable conditions

View Target Fund Prospectus
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The Fund is an equity UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize return by investing its assets in an equity collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund. The Target Fund aims to achieve capital growth by investing at least 70% of its net assets in securities of a carefully selected list of large capitalization North American companies, with main emphasis on the U.S. It may also invest its remaining assets in smaller and medium-sized listed companies. Such equity and equity-related securities include common stocks, preferred stocks and depositary receipts.

Why this Fund?

Access to the US market
Access the world's largest equity market that hosts some of the biggest companies with the most dominant global presence and brand value.

Distinct portfolio of companies with sustainable competitive advantages
Navigate market cycles with a distinct portfolio of companies with sustainable competitive advantages and trade at a discount to their intrinsic value.

Growth and value opportunities from a time and market-tested research framework
Benefit from a research framework that seeks to uncover growth and value opportunities in different economic and market conditions.

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This UITF is structured as a feeder fund that invests in an institutional share class of the Target Fund. As such, the UITF client does not incur additional fees at the level of the Target Fund.


The Fund is an equity UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize return by investing its assets in an equity collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund. The Target Fund aims to achieve capital growth by investing at least 70% of its net assets in securities of a carefully selected list of large capitalization North American companies, with main emphasis on the U.S. It may also invest its remaining assets in smaller and medium-sized listed companies. Such equity and equity-related securities include common stocks, preferred stocks and depositary receipts.

Why this Fund?

Access to the US market
Access the world's largest equity market that hosts some of the biggest companies with the most dominant global presence and brand value.

Distinct portfolio of companies with sustainable competitive advantages
Navigate market cycles with a distinct portfolio of companies with sustainable competitive advantages and trade at a discount to their intrinsic value.

Growth and value opportunities from a time and market-tested research framework
Benefit from a research framework that seeks to uncover growth and value opportunities in different economic and market conditions.

View Target Fund Prospectus
View Target Fund Information
This UITF is structured as a feeder fund that invests in an institutional share class of the Target Fund. As such, the UITF client does not incur additional fees at the level of the Target Fund.

The Fund is a unit-paying balanced UITF that aims to maximize total return by investing all or substantially all of its assets in a collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund, that aims to provide income generation with potential long term capital appreciation. The Target Fund invests at least 70% of its net assets in preferred securities listed or traded on any regulated market in the world, which include preferred stocks and subordinated debt securities. The Target Fund may invest its remaining assets in other debt securities and cash and cash equivalent.

Why this Fund?
Income payout and long-term growth
The Fund provides the potential for regular income distribution and long-term capital growth.

Favorable yields
Preferred securities can offer compelling yields relative to other income-producing securities.

High quality securities
Access to a portfolio of high quality securities with above average yields can generate high income and protection of capital.

Low correlation
Preferred securities have historically exhibited low correlations relative to other popular asset classes, providing diversification benefit in different market environments.

View Target Fund Prospectus
View Target Fund Information
This UITF is structured as a feeder fund that invests in an institutional share class of the Target Fund. As such, the UITF client does not incur additional fees at the level of the Target Fund.

The Fund is a unit-paying balanced UITF that aims to maximize total return by investing all or substantially all of its assets in a collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund, that aims to provide income generation with potential long term capital appreciation. The Target Fund invests at least 70% of its net assets in preferred securities listed or traded on any regulated market in the world, which include preferred stocks and subordinated debt securities. The Target Fund may invest its remaining assets in other debt securities and cash and cash equivalent.

Why this Fund?
Income payout and long-term growth
The Fund provides the potential for regular income distribution and long-term capital growth.

Favorable yields
Preferred securities can offer compelling yields relative to other income-producing securities.

High quality securities
Access to a portfolio of high quality securities with above average yields can generate high income and protection of capital.

Low correlation
Preferred securities have historically exhibited low correlations relative to other popular asset classes, providing diversification benefit in different market environments.

View Target Fund Prospectus
View Target Fund Information
This UITF is structured as a feeder fund that invests in an institutional share class of the Target Fund. As such, the UITF client does not incur additional fees at the level of the Target Fund.

The Fund is an equity UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize return by investing its assets in an equity collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund, that aims to achieve capital growth by investing at least 70% of its net assets in a diversified portfolio of equity related securities of public companies which are listed in Hong Kong, and/or, although not listed in Hong Kong, are listed on a stock exchange in any other jurisdiction and have substantial business interests in Hong Kong and/or China.

Why This Fund?

Access to China’s large domestically-driven economy
China is the most populous country and the second largest economy in the world. The rising domestic focus of China’s economy bodes well for a broad-based multiplier effect that is supportive of China’s growing economic dominance. The results of China’s policy actions to drive domestic consumption have been impressive, with the contribution of consumption to GDP growth moving up to 78.5% in 2017 from 64.1% in 2015.¹

Exposure to China’s transformative growth story
China has embarked on a series of transformative reforms - moving up the value chain as the “factory of the world” while gaining ground on the innovation space. This structural move is symbolized by shifts from low-cost manufacturing to high-end consumption to technological innovation, as underscored by the success of China’s world-class technology companies, which continue to innovate.

Solid Performance Track Record
The Fund feeds into the Manulife Global Fund Dragon Growth Fund, whose underlying strategy has garnered multiple recognition and awards². With China’s rapidly changing economic structure, its equity markets will inevitably continue to liberalize and evolve. Thus, investors will need to draw on the talents of an experienced and nimble team that can seize these emerging opportunities. This makes the Fund the right choice to navigate China’s new investment landscape.

¹Source: Manulife Asset Management
²4-Star Morningstar rating and ranked first quartile for 1, 3 and 5-year cumulative performance; Benchmark Fund of the Year Awards 2014 and 2016; Bloomberg Businessweek Top Funds 2015; Citywire Best Fund Manager and Best Fund Group 2018

View Target Fund Prospectus
View Target Fund Information
This UITF is structured as a feeder fund that invests in an institutional share class of the Target Fund. As such, the UITF client does not incur additional fees at the level of the Target Fund.

The Fund is an equity UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize return by investing its assets in an equity collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund, that aims to achieve capital growth by investing at least 70% of its net assets in a diversified portfolio of equity related securities of public companies which are listed in Hong Kong, and/or, although not listed in Hong Kong, are listed on a stock exchange in any other jurisdiction and have substantial business interests in Hong Kong and/or China.

Why This Fund?

Access to China’s large domestically-driven economy
China is the most populous country and the second largest economy in the world. The rising domestic focus of China’s economy bodes well for a broad-based multiplier effect that is supportive of China’s growing economic dominance. The results of China’s policy actions to drive domestic consumption have been impressive, with the contribution of consumption to GDP growth moving up to 78.5% in 2017 from 64.1% in 2015.¹

Exposure to China’s transformative growth story
China has embarked on a series of transformative reforms - moving up the value chain as the “factory of the world” while gaining ground on the innovation space. This structural move is symbolized by shifts from low-cost manufacturing to high-end consumption to technological innovation, as underscored by the success of China’s world-class technology companies, which continue to innovate.

Solid Performance Track Record
The Fund feeds into the Manulife Global Fund Dragon Growth Fund, whose underlying strategy has garnered multiple recognition and awards². With China’s rapidly changing economic structure, its equity markets will inevitably continue to liberalize and evolve. Thus, investors will need to draw on the talents of an experienced and nimble team that can seize these emerging opportunities. This makes the Fund the right choice to navigate China’s new investment landscape.

¹Source: Manulife Asset Management
²4-Star Morningstar rating and ranked first quartile for 1, 3 and 5-year cumulative performance; Benchmark Fund of the Year Awards 2014 and 2016; Bloomberg Businessweek Top Funds 2015; Citywire Best Fund Manager and Best Fund Group 2018

View Target Fund Prospectus
View Target Fund Information
This UITF is structured as a feeder fund that invests in an institutional share class of the Target Fund. As such, the UITF client does not incur additional fees at the level of the Target Fund.

The Fund is a bond UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize total return by investing its assets in a bond collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund, that invests in a diversified portfolio of fixed income securities, issued by governments, agencies, supra-nationals and corporate issuers located primarily in Asia and other allowable investments.

Why Asia Bonds?
Asia has one of the world’s largest and fast-growing bond markets and is expected to remain the bright spot of the global economy with countries having strong fiscal position and superior growth potential.

Why this Strategy?
It is a flexible portfolio that dynamically allocates across hard and local currency Asia bonds to generate attractive returns by seeking to derive benefits from interest rate, credit and currency opportunities within a risk-controlled investment approach.

Why Manulife Asset Management?
One of the world’s largest Asia fixed income teams with proven track record, leveraging our extensive on-the-ground proprietary research that provides us with an informational advantage.

View Target Fund Prospectus
View Target Fund Information
This UITF is structured as a feeder fund that invests in an institutional share class of the Target Fund. As such, the UITF client does not incur additional fees at the level of the Target Fund.

The Fund is a bond UITF structured as a feeder fund that aims to maximize total return by investing its assets in a bond collective investment scheme (CIS), the Target Fund, that invests in a diversified portfolio of fixed income securities, issued by governments, agencies, supra-nationals and corporate issuers located primarily in Asia and other allowable investments.

Why Asia Bonds?
Asia has one of the world’s largest and fast-growing bond markets and is expected to remain the bright spot of the global economy with countries having strong fiscal position and superior growth potential.

Why this Strategy?
It is a flexible portfolio that dynamically allocates across hard and local currency Asia bonds to generate attractive returns by seeking to derive benefits from interest rate, credit and currency opportunities within a risk-controlled investment approach.

Why Manulife Asset Management?
One of the world’s largest Asia fixed income teams with proven track record, leveraging our extensive on-the-ground proprietary research that provides us with an informational advantage.

View Target Fund Prospectus
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This UITF is structured as a feeder fund that invests in an institutional share class of the Target Fund. As such, the UITF client does not incur additional fees at the level of the Target Fund.

The Fund is a unit-paying equity fund of funds that seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation and generate income by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of exchange-listed real estate investment trusts (REITs) in the Asia Pacific region and other allowable investments.
  • Access to a diversified portfolio of REITs. Gain access to a well-diversified mix of high-quality retail, commercial, hotels and industrial REIT holdings across Asia-Pacific.
  • Income payout and long-term growth. The Fund's total return objective coupled with our investment team's expertise in security selection and risk management provide the potential for steady income distribution and growth.
  • Available in USD or PhP. Our multi-class structure provides convenience to clients by allowing them to choose to invest in either USD or PhP currency.


The Fund is a unit-paying equity fund of funds that seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation and generate income by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of exchange-listed real estate investment trusts (REITs) in the Asia Pacific region and other allowable investments.
  • Access to a diversified portfolio of REITs. Gain access to a well-diversified mix of high-quality retail, commercial, hotels and industrial REIT holdings across Asia-Pacific.
  • Income payout and long-term growth. The Fund's total return objective coupled with our investment team's expertise in security selection and risk management provide the potential for steady income distribution and growth.
  • Available in USD or PhP. Our multi-class structure provides convenience to clients by allowing them to choose to invest in either USD or PhP currency.


The Fund seeks to achieve capital growth by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of securities of companies listed on stock markets in and/or incorporated in and/or with significant business interests in Asia including Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, the PRC, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and Pakistan, but not in Japan.
  • Asia?s best-in-class companies. Invest in companies that are market leaders with sustainable competitive advantage.
  • Rigorous selection process. We build a focused portfolio with strong conviction based on Growth, Cash Flow, Management and Valuation (GCMV) framework.
  • Long-term outperformance potential. Future outperformance may be possible by selecting companies with differentiated business models, capable of capturing opportunities arising from shifts in structural trends and demographics.


The Fund seeks to achieve capital growth by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of securities of companies listed on stock markets in and/or incorporated in and/or with significant business interests in Asia including Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, the PRC, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and Pakistan, but not in Japan.
  • Asia`s best-in-class companies. Invest in companies that are market leaders with sustainable competitive advantage.
  • Rigorous selection process. We build a focused portfolio with strong conviction based on Growth, Cash Flow, Management and Valuation (GCMV) framework.
  • Long-term outperformance potential. Future outperformance may be possible by selecting companies with differentiated business models, capable of capturing opportunities arising from shifts in structural trends and demographics.


The Fund is an equity fund that seeks to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing in stocks listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange, fixed income securities and other liquid fixed income instruments. This Fund is for retail individual/institutional UITF clients.
  • Offers diversified exposure to the local equity market (PSE)
  • Disciplined investment process supported by extensive research based on Growth, Cash Flow, Management & Valuation (GCMV) + Catalyst analysis + proprietary financial models


The Fund is a bond fund that seeks to achieve stable and long-term growth by investing in government securities and/or high quality corporate debt securities and other liquid fixed income instruments. This Fund is for retail individual/institutional UITF clients.
  • Offers diversified exposure to the local bond market of the Philippines
  • Provides potential for capital appreciation
  • Active duration management backed by global and local insights


The Fund is a bond fund that seeks to preserve capital and generate income by investing in fixed income securities with maximum remaining term to maturity of up to five (5) years. This Fund is for retail individual/institutional UITF clients.
  • Suitable for clients with moderate risk appetite
  • Has the potential to generate higher yields than a savings or time deposit account
  • Can be considered as safer haven investment during times of high market volatility


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Unit Investment Trust Funds are NOT DEPOSIT products and are not insured by the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) or by Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation, its parent company or its affiliates. These products have no guaranteed returns/yields. The performances of the funds and their underlying securities are not guaranteed and the value of funds may fluctuate and could be less than the capital invested. Any loss/income arising from market fluctuations and price volatility, even if invested in government securities, is for the account of the client/investor. Past performance, when presented, is purely for reference purposes and is not indicative of similar future result. Manulife Investment Management and Trust Corporation is not liable for losses except for gross negligence, willful fraud or bad faith of its officers, employees, or authorized representatives. Prospective investors are advised to read the Declaration of Trust for the Fund which may be obtained from the office of the Trustee, consult a Financial Advisor/Wealth Specialist and take the Client Suitability Assessment to determine the suitable Fund before proceeding with the investment.

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