LifePoints® 2017 Retirement Distribution Fund — S Shares Put your retirement savings to work
Fund objective
Primary: Seeks to provide a stated annual target distribution for 10 years from its inception date (Dec. 31, 2007) Secondary: Seeks to preserve of a portion of the capital initially invested
Primarily seeks to provide a stated annual target distribution for 10 years from its inception date (Dec. 31, 2007).
As a secondary objective, seeks preservation of a portion of the capital initially invested.
A fund of funds that invests primarily in several other Russell funds, representing various asset classes, employing multiple managers and investment styles.
Underlying funds invest in U.S. and non-U.S. equities, real estate securities, fixed income securities and/or short-term investments.
Dynamic investment strategy designed to adjust asset allocation in order to meet annual target distributions. Re-allocations are based on time remaining in term, current net asset value, future distributions and the redemption of shares to pay an assumed 1% external advisory fee.
Fund highlights
Seeks to pay an annual per-share target distribution.
Allows investors to retain liquidity and access to retirement savings when needed, although net asset value is subject to market fluctuations.
While expected to be steady and predictable, annual distributions are not guaranteed and will be adjusted annually as described in the prospectus.
This fund expects to make its annual target distribution in December each year.
Asset allocation and net asset value over time As of 10/31/2009
The graph below shows how the fund's allocation to major asset classes has changed over time along with the fund's net asset value (NAV) during the same time interval. NAV is a measure of how much each share is worth. It shows how the fund has adjusted to changes in the market in order to best meet its investment objectives.
The fund was opened to shareholders as of 03/28/08. The current allocation may be different than what is shown above. The asset allocation section reflects month-end data points.
Who should invest?
Investors who wish to receive distributions from their savings during retirement. This fund is not intended for building wealth prior to retirement.
Investors seeking access and flexibility with respect to their retirement assets.
This fund can be used together with asset allocated portfolios and variable annuities to create an overall portfolio designed to meet retirees' cash flow needs while investing for future needs.
When considering this fund, investors should work with a financial professional to decide how much money they will need, how long they will need it and what other income resources they will rely upon.
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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.
The fund commenced operations on December 31, 2007. The net asset value of the fund (NAV) changes daily. Therefore the payout ratio (target distribution per share divided by net asset value per share) will change on a daily basis.
If the net asset value (NAV) of a fund decreases from the fund's per share NAV on the initial offering date of December 31, 2007, due to declines in the value of the fund's investments, there is a reduced probability that the fund will make the full amount of each of its target distributions, and the amount of a shareholder's investment remaining at the end of the term will be less than the initial amount and may be zero.
Investors who purchase shares in subsequent years after the fund opens may not receive the same results as investors who purchase shares during the initial investment period. This may include a different payout ratio (target distribution per share divided by net asset value per share) and/or a different amount of the investor's initial investment remaining at the end of the period. Consequently, the funds may close to new investors and to additional investment by existing shareholders (except for re-investment of Distribution Overages) if the funds determine that such further investment will result in the funds being less likely to meet their investment objectives.
Each of the LifePoints® Funds Target Distribution Strategies is a "fund of funds" and seeks to achieve its objective primarily by investing in shares of several other Russell Investment Company (RIC) funds (the "Underlying Funds") representing various asset classes. Each fund is managed pursuant to a quantitative model and employs a dynamic asset allocation strategy. The underlying funds to which the funds allocate their assets and the percentage allocations will change over time. In addition, the funds may in the future invest in other funds which are not currently underlying funds. The funds may also invest in fixed income securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or by its agencies and instrumentalities. Additionally, it may be more effective for the fund to invest in index and currency futures and options as it draws near the end of its term.
Shareholders who hold a fund within a retirement account (such as an IRA) should consult their tax advisers to discuss tax consequences that could result if they receive distributions prior to age 59½ or plan to use the fund in whole or in part, to meet IRS annual minimum required distributions once reaching age 70½.
Diversification and strategic asset allocation do not assure profit or protect against loss in declining markets.
Please remember that all investments carry some level of risk including the potential loss of principal invested.
They do not typically grow at an even rate of return and may experience negative growth. As with any type of portfolio structuring, attempting to reduce risk and increase return could, at certain times, unintentionally reduce returns.
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