1. Risk of Decline in Participation Unit Value
The value of participation units may fluctuate due to changes in the Net Asset Value (NAV), which are influenced by price movements of the mutual fund’s portfolio securities.
2. Credit Risk
This risk arises from defaults, delays in interest payments, or restructuring of debt securities that form the basis of protection in a protected mutual fund.
3. Market Risk
The NAV of a mutual fund may fluctuate in line with changes in market, economic, and political conditions that affect the fund’s portfolio.
4. Liquidity Risk
This refers to the Investment Manager’s ability to repurchase participation units from investors, which depends on the liquidity of the mutual fund’s portfolio.
5. Interest Rate Risk
This risk stems from fluctuations in market interest rates, which can lead to increases or decreases in the prices of securities within the mutual fund’s portfolio.
6. Risk of Tax Regulation Amendment
This risk arises from changes in tax regulations, such as those related to capital gains, bond coupon taxes, or stock transaction taxes, which may impact the mutual fund’s performance.
7. Fund Manager Risk
The performance of a mutual fund heavily depends on the experience, knowledge, expertise, and investment strategies of the Investment Manager. An unqualified or unreliable manager may negatively affect fund performance and harm investors.