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Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund NV
Profile
Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund NV (KESEF) is primarily created for long-term investors and offers the opportunity to invest in a diversified portfolio of European publicly traded shares of companies open to stakeholders and environmental, social and governance criteria in their strategy. KESEF aims to select investments focusing on long-term and sustainable growth.
Investments in the fund are screened by an independent data provider to assess compliance with environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria. KESEF will only invest in companies with an ESG rating of at least BB or a similar rating. On June 28, 2021, the name of this fund was changed from Kempen European Sustainable Value Creation Fund NV into Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund NV.
Investments in the fund are screened by an independent data provider to assess compliance with environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria. KESEF will only invest in companies with an ESG rating of at least BB or a similar rating. On June 28, 2021, the name of this fund was changed from Kempen European Sustainable Value Creation Fund NV into Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund NV.
Management team
Richard Klijnstra, Mark Oud, Martijn Kleinbussink, Ivo Kuiper, Raoul Martin
Performance per 2022-08-31 (rebased)
Performance per 2022-08-31
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| Fund | Benchmark | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 month | -6.8 % | -4.9 % |
| 3 months | -5.4 % | -5.6 % |
| This year | -17.2 % | -11.8 % |
| 2019 | 29.9 % | 26.0 % |
| 2020 | 5.1 % | -3.3 % |
| 2021 | 32.3 % | 25.1 % |
| 1 year (on annual basis) | -13.0 % | -7.9 % |
| 3 years (on annual basis) i | 8.9 % | 5.4 % |
| Since inception (on annual basis) i | 6.6 % | 4.1 % |
Performance is shown after deduction of ongoing charges and including the reinvestment of dividend that has been paid out. The performance figures shown in the graph are rebased. The value of your investments may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
More information can be found on the documents page of this fund
Key figures
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| Total fund size | EUR 514.03 M 2022-08-31 |
| Share class size | EUR 514.03 M 2022-08-31 |
| Number of shares | 4,028,893 2022-08-31 |
| Net Asset Value i | EUR 116.47 2022-09-26 |
| Transaction price i | EUR 116.35 2022-09-26 |
Fund characteristics per 2022-08-31
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| Fund | Benchmark | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of holdings | 33 | 428 |
| Dividend yield i | 2.55 % | 3.36 % |
| Weighted average market capitalization i | EUR 67,898 M | EUR 85,604 M |
| P/E ratio i | 18.18 | |
| Active share i | 83.67 % |
Kempen Capital Management N.V. (KCM) is the management company of Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund N.V. (the “Fundâ€). KCM is authorised as a management company and regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). The Fund is registered under the license of KCM at the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM).
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
Developments per 2022-08-31
The fund earned a net return of -6.8% in August versus a return on the MSCI Europe Index of -4.9%. This brings the net return over the year so far to -17.2% versus a return on the MSCI Europe Index of -11.8%.
The healthcare, real estate and utilities sectors made the largest positive contributions to the return, while the biggest negative contribution came from the industrial sector. The allocation and selection effects were positive for the month.
Beazley, Coloplast and Kerry Group accounted for the largest positive contributions to the result. Coloplast reported better-than-expected results, with organic growth of 8%. The company also confirmed its outlook for the year. Investors were hoping for greater clarity with respect to 2023 but none was forthcoming.
Croda, Assa Abloy and ASML made the biggest negative contributions to the result. Croda reported better-than-expected interim results. Price increases and an improvement in the product mix generated 15% more revenue and net income for the company. Furthermore, its management indicated that the forecasts for the second half of the year are slightly up on those at the start of this year. Investors were unconvinced, however, and are fixated on the deteriorating consumer market. Croda will therefore need to demonstrate its stability.
No changes were made to the portfolio in August.
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What kind of companies do we seek?
We seek profitable companies undergoing structural growth that will create shareholder value in the long term alongside a clear social mandate.
The best results are achieved if the interests of all the stakeholders are aligned. This requires not only products and services but also operations to be in line with the wishes and requirements of society (licence to operate). Moreover, the companies need to have sufficient opportunities for growth to be able to invest at an attractive return (innovation and expansion). In order to sustain earnings growth over the long term, companies need to enjoy sustainable competitive advantages compared to existing and new competitors (strong strategic position).
The role of management
We expect management to pursue a long-term strategy in addition to conducting sound day-to-day management. The risks and opportunities relating to ESG need to be clearly incorporated, backed up by sensible investment plans that respond to long-term trends and match the company’s strategic positioning and growth opportunities.
Quality and valuation
We believe the selected companies are above-average quality in terms of strategy and operations and are capable of creating long-term value for all stakeholders. Depending on the absolute valuation of their equities, they could form an interesting long-term addition to the portfolio.
The healthcare, real estate and utilities sectors made the largest positive contributions to the return, while the biggest negative contribution came from the industrial sector. The allocation and selection effects were positive for the month.
Beazley, Coloplast and Kerry Group accounted for the largest positive contributions to the result. Coloplast reported better-than-expected results, with organic growth of 8%. The company also confirmed its outlook for the year. Investors were hoping for greater clarity with respect to 2023 but none was forthcoming.
Croda, Assa Abloy and ASML made the biggest negative contributions to the result. Croda reported better-than-expected interim results. Price increases and an improvement in the product mix generated 15% more revenue and net income for the company. Furthermore, its management indicated that the forecasts for the second half of the year are slightly up on those at the start of this year. Investors were unconvinced, however, and are fixated on the deteriorating consumer market. Croda will therefore need to demonstrate its stability.
No changes were made to the portfolio in August.
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What kind of companies do we seek?
We seek profitable companies undergoing structural growth that will create shareholder value in the long term alongside a clear social mandate.
The best results are achieved if the interests of all the stakeholders are aligned. This requires not only products and services but also operations to be in line with the wishes and requirements of society (licence to operate). Moreover, the companies need to have sufficient opportunities for growth to be able to invest at an attractive return (innovation and expansion). In order to sustain earnings growth over the long term, companies need to enjoy sustainable competitive advantages compared to existing and new competitors (strong strategic position).
The role of management
We expect management to pursue a long-term strategy in addition to conducting sound day-to-day management. The risks and opportunities relating to ESG need to be clearly incorporated, backed up by sensible investment plans that respond to long-term trends and match the company’s strategic positioning and growth opportunities.
Quality and valuation
We believe the selected companies are above-average quality in terms of strategy and operations and are capable of creating long-term value for all stakeholders. Depending on the absolute valuation of their equities, they could form an interesting long-term addition to the portfolio.
ESG
ESG MSCI ratings
The portfolio has a clear overweight in the leaders (AAA/AA) and does not invest in the laggards (B/CCC).
Source: MSCI
KCM versus Sustainalytics ESG risk rating
The portfolio is not invested in companies with a high or severe ESG risk according to the KCM risk rating.
Source: Sustainalytics. KESVC* according to KCM ESG risk rating, KESVC** and MSCI Europe according to Sustainalytics ESG risk rating
SDG Solutions Exposure
The SDG Solutions Assessment identifies a product or service category’s contribution or obstruction towards attaining each of 15 individual sustainability objectives. A company has a score between -10 (significant obstruction) and +10 (significant contribution). The SDG Solutions score for the portfolio is 3.1 versus 0.597 for the benchmark.
Source: ISS
Kempen Capital Management N.V. (KCM) is the management company of Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund N.V. (the “Fundâ€). KCM is authorised as a management company and regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). The Fund is registered under the license of KCM at the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM).
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
Performance per 2022-08-31 (rebased)
Performance per 2022-08-31
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| Fund | Benchmark | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 month | -6.8 % | -4.9 % |
| 3 months | -5.4 % | -5.6 % |
| This year | -17.2 % | -11.8 % |
| 2019 | 29.9 % | 26.0 % |
| 2020 | 5.1 % | -3.3 % |
| 2021 | 32.3 % | 25.1 % |
| 1 year (on annual basis) | -13.0 % | -7.9 % |
| 3 years (on annual basis) i | 8.9 % | 5.4 % |
| Since inception (on annual basis) i | 6.6 % | 4.1 % |
Performance is shown after deduction of ongoing charges and including the reinvestment of dividend that has been paid out. The performance figures shown in the graph are rebased. The value of your investments may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
Dividends
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| Distributing | Yes |
| Last dividend | EUR 1.72 |
| Ex-date last dividend | 2022-02-28 |
| Number of distributions per year | 1 |
| Dividend calendar |
Risk analysis (ex post) per 2022-08-31
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| 3 years | Since inception | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum drawdown i | -18.85 % | -18.85 % |
Kempen Capital Management N.V. (KCM) is the management company of Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund N.V. (the “Fundâ€). KCM is authorised as a management company and regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). The Fund is registered under the license of KCM at the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM).
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
Top 5 contribution (2022-08-31)
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| Contribution i | Performance i | |
|---|---|---|
| Beazley | 0.12 % | 4.30 % |
| Coloplast B | -0.01 % | -0.21 % |
| Kerry | -0.02 % | -0.39 % |
| Roche Holding | -0.05 % | -1.04 % |
| Reckitt Benckiser | -0.05 % | -2.07 % |
Bottom 5 contribution (2022-08-31)
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| Contribution i | Performance i | |
|---|---|---|
| ASML | -0.59 % | -12.53 % |
| ASSA Abloy | -0.52 % | -11.81 % |
| Croda | -0.52 % | -12.84 % |
| Lonza | -0.36 % | -10.11 % |
| Mowi | -0.34 % | -9.18 % |
Geographic allocation (2022-08-31)
29.1 %
United Kingdom
15.8 %
Germany
12.7 %
Netherlands
10.5 %
Denmark
9.7 %
Switzerland
9.6 %
France
4.5 %
Ireland
4.2 %
Sweden
3.4 %
Norway
0.4 %
Cash
0.2 %
Spain
Total
100 %
Top 10 holdings (2022-08-31)
4.7 %
EssilorLuxottica
4.6 %
Novo Nordisk
4.5 %
Roche Holding
4.5 %
Kerry
4.3 %
Siemens Healthineers
4.3 %
ASML
4.3 %
AstraZeneca
4.2 %
Assa Abloy
4.1 %
SAP
4.0 %
Nationale Nederlanden Group
Total
43.5 %
Sector allocation (2022-08-31)
21.6 %
Health Care
13.6 %
Industrial Goods & Services
10.7 %
Insurance
10.5 %
Technology
8.6 %
Food & Beverage
7.1 %
Chemicals
5.1 %
Personal & Household Goods
4.9 %
Automobiles & Parts
4.7 %
Basic Resources
4.5 %
Retail
3.5 %
Financial Services
2.7 %
Telecommunications
2.3 %
Travel & Leisure
0.4 %
Other
Total
100 %
Kempen Capital Management N.V. (KCM) is the management company of Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund N.V. (the “Fundâ€). KCM is authorised as a management company and regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). The Fund is registered under the license of KCM at the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM).
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
Environmental and/or social characteristics promoted
The Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund (the “Fundâ€) falls under the scope of article 8 of the SFDR which means that the Fund promotes environmental and/or social characteristics. While it does not have as its objective a sustainable investment, it will have a minimum proportion of the benchmark level of sustainable investments. The Fund considers principle adverse impact on sustainability factors.
The Fund promotes environmental characteristics related to:
• climate change mitigation and climate change adaptation in line with the Paris Climate Agreement;
• the protection of biodiversity and ecosystems;
• the transition to a circular economy.
The Fund promotes social characteristics related to:
• decent work;
• adequate living standards and wellbeing for end-users;
• other social topics such as gender equality and broader diversity matters.
The environmental characteristics promoted by the Fund seek to contribute to the achievement of the climate goals of the Paris Agreement and the National Climate Agreement of the Netherlands (‘Klimaatakkoord’). This decarbonization pathway encompasses short-term (2025) objectives, a mid-term (2030) ambition and a long-term commitment to be net zero by 2050. Although there has been no index designated as a reference benchmark, by 2025 the Fund aims to have a carbon intensity that is below the EU Paris Aligned Benchmark (EU PAB) pathway. This pathway assumes a carbon intensity that is 50% lower than the Fund's relevant benchmark in 2019 with a subsequent 7% annual reduction.
The Fund promotes environmental characteristics related to:
• climate change mitigation and climate change adaptation in line with the Paris Climate Agreement;
• the protection of biodiversity and ecosystems;
• the transition to a circular economy.
The Fund promotes social characteristics related to:
• decent work;
• adequate living standards and wellbeing for end-users;
• other social topics such as gender equality and broader diversity matters.
The environmental characteristics promoted by the Fund seek to contribute to the achievement of the climate goals of the Paris Agreement and the National Climate Agreement of the Netherlands (‘Klimaatakkoord’). This decarbonization pathway encompasses short-term (2025) objectives, a mid-term (2030) ambition and a long-term commitment to be net zero by 2050. Although there has been no index designated as a reference benchmark, by 2025 the Fund aims to have a carbon intensity that is below the EU Paris Aligned Benchmark (EU PAB) pathway. This pathway assumes a carbon intensity that is 50% lower than the Fund's relevant benchmark in 2019 with a subsequent 7% annual reduction.
Fund carbon emission targets
ESG Investment process
The promotion of environmental and/or social characteristics is achieved through the consistent implementation of the Funds ESG policy. The ESG policy is fully implemented in our strategy’s investment process across the four relevant pillars of ESG pillars: Exclusion, ESG integration and, Active Ownership and Positive Impact.
In the investment process we assess the ESG profile of a company. We look at each company on a case-by-case basis, taking into account material risks in a given industry in combination with the company’s respective risk exposure, practices and disclosure. This includes an assessment of good governance practices. The investee companies are rated for governance aspects using external research as well as making internal assessments. Furthermore, we look into the company’s exposure to past controversies and future ESG opportunities. Based on the Fundamental ESG analysis we form an opinion on the quality of a company’s ESG profile and award a score (1-5). We apply adequate due diligence measures when selecting the assets and such due diligence measures take into account ESG related risks as it could help to enhance long-term risk adjusted returns for investors, in accordance with the investment objectives of the Fund.
In the investment process we assess the ESG profile of a company. We look at each company on a case-by-case basis, taking into account material risks in a given industry in combination with the company’s respective risk exposure, practices and disclosure. This includes an assessment of good governance practices. The investee companies are rated for governance aspects using external research as well as making internal assessments. Furthermore, we look into the company’s exposure to past controversies and future ESG opportunities. Based on the Fundamental ESG analysis we form an opinion on the quality of a company’s ESG profile and award a score (1-5). We apply adequate due diligence measures when selecting the assets and such due diligence measures take into account ESG related risks as it could help to enhance long-term risk adjusted returns for investors, in accordance with the investment objectives of the Fund.
Exclusion
The product excludes at least 20% of the investment universe through the application of strict exclusion criteria. These take into account international standards, such as the UN Global Compact framework, the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, the UN Guiding Principles for Business and Human Rights, and our Principles for Responsible Investment commitments. The Fund applies additional exclusion criteria based on product involvement and business conduct. Furthermore, the Fund excludes companies with low ESG ratings.
Key figures
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| Kempen criteria | Additional criteria | |
|---|---|---|
| Business conduct | ||
| Human Rights | ||
| Labour | ||
| Environment | ||
| Anti Corruption | ||
| Product involvement | ||
| Controversial Weapons | ||
| Tobacco | ||
| Thermal Coal | ||
| Tar Sands | ||
| Adult Entertainment | ||
| Alcohol | ||
| Animal Welfare & GMO | ||
| Gambling | ||
| Power Generation Nuclear | ||
| Power Generation Carbon Intensive | ||
| (Un)conventional Oil & Gas Extraction | ||
| Weaponry |
Kempen Capital Management N.V. (KCM) is the management company of Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund N.V. (the “Fundâ€). KCM is authorised as a management company and regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). The Fund is registered under the license of KCM at the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM).
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
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Class N
Ongoing charges
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| Management fee i | 0.500 % |
| Service fee i | 0.10 % |
| Expected ongoing charges i | 0.60 % |
| Ongoing charges last financial year i | 0.60 % |
The ongoing charges figure of the last financial year relates to 2020/2021.
Kempen Capital Management N.V. (KCM) is the management company of Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund N.V. (the “Fundâ€). KCM is authorised as a management company and regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). The Fund is registered under the license of KCM at the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM).
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
Share class details
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| Share class | N |
| Investor type | Institutional & Private |
| Distributing | Yes |
| Benchmark i | MSCI Europe Net Total Return Index |
| Investment category | Sustainable Equity |
| Universum | European equities |
| Inception date | 2017-11-13 |
| Domicile | The Netherlands |
| May be offered to all investors in | The Netherlands |
| UCITS status i | Yes |
| Status | Open-end i |
| Base currency | EUR |
| Share class currency | EUR |
| Administrator | BNP Paribas Securities Services S.C.A., Amsterdam branch |
| Management company | Kempen Capital Management N.V. |
| Depositary and custodian | BNP Paribas Securities Services S.C.A., Amsterdam branch |
Tradability
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| Listed | yes, listed on the NAV Trading Facility of Euronext |
| Subscription/Redemption Frequency | Daily |
| ISIN i | NL0012512958 |
Kempen Capital Management N.V. (KCM) is the management company of Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund N.V. (the “Fundâ€). KCM is authorised as a management company and regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). The Fund is registered under the license of KCM at the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM).
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
Read more information about Kempen Capital Management N.V. on this site and find also more information on BNP Paribas Securities Services S.C.A.
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Kempen Capital Management N.V. (KCM) is the management company of Kempen European Sustainable Equity Fund N.V. (the “Fundâ€). KCM is authorised as a management company and regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). The Fund is registered under the license of KCM at the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM).
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.
The information in this document provides insufficient information for an investment decision. Please read the Key Investor Document (available in Dutch) and the prospectus (available in English). These documents are available on the website of KCM (www.kempen.com/en/asset-management). The information on the website is (partly) available in Dutch and English. The value of your investment may fluctuate. Past performance provides no guarantee for the future.