In this fund, you can see Russell's proven investment process in action. We aim for consistent, risk-managed performance by assembling a complete portfolio of stock, bond and real estate funds. This fund is for investors seeking to balance the return potential of stocks with the stability of bonds.
We've blended equity funds that seek to maximize return potential with a significant allocation to a bond fund to help manage volatility. The asset classes represented by the underlying funds include U.S. large-, mid- and small-cap stocks, non-U.S. developed and emerging markets, real estate securities and core bonds with a small exposure to higher yielding bonds. The fund also has a small allocation to a global equity fund to capture this additional investment strategy.
– Jill Johnson
Allocation of underlying fund assets As of 09/30/2009
Managing money differently The Russell approach has been trusted for decades by many of the world's largest investors; our mutual funds allow you to employ that same approach. We identify investment managers we believe have exceptional capabilities, blend them to help manage risk through diversification, and constantly monitor them. Regardless of market conditions, Russell's investment approach remains constant.
*The fund's adviser, Russell Investment Management Company (RIMCo), may employ a proprietary "select holdings" strategy in which it exercises investment discretion for a portion of the fund's assets it determines not to allocate to the money managers. The strategy is designed to increase the fund's exposure to stocks that are viewed as attractive by multiple money managers. The use of the select holdings strategy will amplify the fund's security risk and potential underperformance. In addition to managing this strategy, RIMCo performs other investment advisory functions for the funds.
Money managers listed are current as of 09/30/2009. Subject to the fund's board approval, Russell has the right to engage or terminate a money manager at any time and without a shareholder vote, based on an exemptive order from the Securities and Exchange Commission.
1 Small capitalization (small cap) investments involve stocks of companies with smaller levels of market capitalization (generally less than $2 billion) than larger company stocks (large cap). Small cap investments are subject to considerable price fluctuations and are more volatile than large company stocks. Investors should consider the additional risks involved in small cap investments.
2 The fund's return and net asset value may be significantly affected by political or economic conditions and regulatory requirements in a particular country. Investments in non-U.S. markets can involve risks of currency fluctuation, political and economic instability, different accounting standards and foreign taxation. Such securities may be less liquid and more volatile. Investments in emerging or developing markets involve exposure to economic structures that are generally less diverse and mature, and political systems with less stability than in more developed countries.
3 Specific sector investing can be subject to different and greater risks than more diversified investments. Declines in the value of real estate, economic conditions, property taxes, tax laws and interest rates all present potential risks to real estate investments. Fund investments in non-U.S. markets can involve risks of currency fluctuation, political and economic instability, different accounting standards and foreign taxation.
4 Bond investors should carefully consider risks such as interest rate, credit, repurchase and reverse repurchase transaction risks. Greater risk, such as increased volatility, limited liquidity, prepayment, non-payment and increased default risk, is inherent in portfolios that invest in high yield ("junk") bonds or mortgage backed securities, especially mortgage backed securities with exposure to sub-prime mortgages.
Fund objectives, risks, charges and expenses should be carefully considered before investing. For a prospectus containing this and other important information call Russell at 1-866-676-7680 or go to the prospectus and reports page to download one. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.
On September 2, 2008, the following fund name changes occurred: Equity I Fund to Russell U.S. Core Equity Fund, Equity Q Fund to Russell U.S. Quantitative Equity Fund, Equity II Fund to Russell U.S. Small & Mid Cap Fund, International Fund to Russell International Developed Markets Fund and Fixed Income III Fund to Russell Strategic Bond Fund.
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In this fund, you can see Russell's proven investment process in action. We aim for consistent, risk-managed performance by assembling a complete portfolio of stock, bond and real estate funds. This fund is for investors seeking to balance the return potential of stocks with the stability of bonds.
