UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM N-CSR
CERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED
MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES
Investment Company Act file number | 811-21852 |
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Columbia Funds Series Trust II |
(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) |
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50606 Ameriprise Financial Center Minneapolis, MN | | 55474 |
(Address of principal executive offices) | | (Zip code) |
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Ryan Larrenaga c/o Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC 225 Franklin Street Boston, MA 02110 |
(Name and address of agent for service) |
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Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: | (800) 345-6611 | |
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Date of fiscal year end: | May 31 | |
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Date of reporting period: | November 30, 2015 | |
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Item 1. Reports to Stockholders.

SEMIANNUAL REPORT
November 30, 2015

COLUMBIA DIVERSIFIED EQUITY INCOME FUND

Dear Shareholder,
Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.
At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:
n Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement
Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.
n Navigate a changing interest rate environment
Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can attempt to help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.
n Maximize after-tax returns
In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.
n Grow assets to achieve financial goals
We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.
n Ease the impact of volatile markets
Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.
Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.
The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.
Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.
Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
© 2016 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.
COLUMBIA DIVERSIFIED EQUITY INCOME FUND
Performance Overview | | | 2 | | |
Portfolio Overview | | | 3 | | |
Understanding Your Fund's Expenses | | | 4 | | |
Portfolio of Investments | | | 5 | | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | 10 | | |
Statement of Operations | | | 12 | | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | | | 13 | | |
Financial Highlights | | | 16 | | |
Notes to Financial Statements | | | 27 | | |
Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement | | | 34 | | |
Important Information About This Report | | | 37 | | |
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.
COLUMBIA DIVERSIFIED EQUITY INCOME FUND
PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Performance Summary
n Columbia Diversified Equity Income Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -2.29% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended November 30, 2015.
n The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the Russell 1000 Value Index, which returned -3.08% during the same time period.
Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015)
| | Inception | | 6 Months Cumulative | | 1 Year | | 5 Years | | 10 Years | |
Class A | | 10/15/90 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -2.29 | | | | 0.13 | | | | 11.36 | | | | 6.22 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -7.91 | | | | -5.61 | | | | 10.05 | | | | 5.59 | | |
Class B | | 03/20/95 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -2.65 | | | | -0.62 | | | | 10.53 | | | | 5.41 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -7.50 | | | | -5.19 | | | | 10.26 | | | | 5.41 | | |
Class C | | 06/26/00 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -2.60 | | | | -0.56 | | | | 10.52 | | | | 5.43 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -3.57 | | | | -1.47 | | | | 10.52 | | | | 5.43 | | |
Class I | | 03/04/04 | | | -2.02 | | | | 0.64 | | | | 11.85 | | | | 6.68 | | |
Class K | | 03/20/95 | | | -2.24 | | | | 0.24 | | | | 11.50 | | | | 6.38 | | |
Class R* | | 12/11/06 | | | -2.36 | | | | -0.06 | | | | 11.08 | | | | 5.91 | | |
Class R4* | | 12/11/06 | | | -2.16 | | | | 0.46 | | | | 11.49 | | | | 6.22 | | |
Class R5* | | 12/11/06 | | | -2.12 | | | | 0.49 | | | | 11.79 | | | | 6.58 | | |
Class W* | | 12/01/06 | | | -2.24 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 11.37 | | | | 6.23 | | |
Class Y* | | 11/08/12 | | | -2.00 | | | | 0.61 | | | | 11.67 | | | | 6.37 | | |
Class Z* | | 09/27/10 | | | -2.17 | | | | 0.39 | | | | 11.66 | | | | 6.36 | | |
Russell 1000 Value Index | | | | | | | -3.08 | | | | -1.11 | | | | 13.47 | | | | 6.45 | | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.
The Russell 1000 Value Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of those stocks in the Russell 1000 Index with lower price-to-book ratios and lower forecasted growth values.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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COLUMBIA DIVERSIFIED EQUITY INCOME FUND
PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Top Ten Holdings (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | | | 4.2 | | |
Wells Fargo & Co. | | | 3.8 | | |
General Electric Co. | | | 3.7 | | |
Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B | | | 3.3 | | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 3.2 | | |
Citigroup, Inc. | | | 2.9 | | |
Microsoft Corp. | | | 2.7 | | |
Bank of America Corp. | | | 2.5 | | |
Intel Corp. | | | 2.3 | | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | | | 2.2 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."
Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.
Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Common Stocks | | | 97.6 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | 2.4 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.
Equity Sector Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 7.2 | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 5.9 | | |
Energy | | | 13.1 | | |
Financials | | | 30.9 | | |
Health Care | | | 11.6 | | |
Industrials | | | 11.6 | | |
Information Technology | | | 12.0 | | |
Materials | | | 1.8 | | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 1.9 | | |
Utilities | | | 4.0 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.
Portfolio Management
Hugh Mullin, CFA
Russell Bloomfield, CFA, CAIA
Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.
© 2016 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.
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COLUMBIA DIVERSIFIED EQUITY INCOME FUND
UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES
(Unaudited)
As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
| | Account Value at the Beginning of the Period ($) | | Account Value at the End of the Period ($) | | Expenses Paid During the Period ($) | | Fund's Annualized Expense Ratio (%) | |
| | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 977.10 | | | | 1,020.02 | | | | 5.20 | | | | 5.31 | | | | 1.04 | | |
Class B | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 973.50 | | | | 1,016.23 | | | | 8.93 | | | | 9.12 | | | | 1.79 | | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 974.00 | | | | 1,016.23 | | | | 8.93 | | | | 9.12 | | | | 1.79 | | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 979.80 | | | | 1,021.99 | | | | 3.25 | | | | 3.32 | | | | 0.65 | | |
Class K | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 977.60 | | | | 1,020.47 | | | | 4.75 | | | | 4.85 | | | | 0.95 | | |
Class R | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 976.40 | | | | 1,018.75 | | | | 6.44 | | | | 6.58 | | | | 1.29 | | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 978.40 | | | | 1,021.33 | | | | 3.90 | | | | 3.98 | | | | 0.78 | | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 978.80 | | | | 1,021.68 | | | | 3.55 | | | | 3.63 | | | | 0.71 | | |
Class W | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 977.60 | | | | 1,019.92 | | | | 5.30 | | | | 5.41 | | | | 1.06 | | |
Class Y | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 980.00 | | | | 1,021.94 | | | | 3.30 | | | | 3.37 | | | | 0.66 | | |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 978.30 | | | | 1,021.28 | | | | 3.95 | | | | 4.04 | | | | 0.79 | | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
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COLUMBIA DIVERSIFIED EQUITY INCOME FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
Common Stocks 97.5%
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 7.0% | |
Auto Components 0.8% | |
Magna International, Inc., Class A | | | 445,040 | | | | 20,222,618 | | |
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 0.7% | |
Las Vegas Sands Corp. | | | 381,390 | | | | 16,804,043 | | |
Household Durables 1.0% | |
Toll Brothers, Inc.(a) | | | 674,660 | | | | 25,083,859 | | |
Media 2.7% | |
Comcast Corp., Class A | | | 454,610 | | | | 27,667,564 | | |
DISH Network Corp., Class A(a) | | | 634,542 | | | | 39,792,129 | | |
Total | | | | | 67,459,693 | | |
Specialty Retail 1.8% | |
Foot Locker, Inc. | | | 297,650 | | | | 19,347,250 | | |
Home Depot, Inc. (The) | | | 176,420 | | | | 23,619,110 | | |
Total | | | | | 42,966,360 | | |
Total Consumer Discretionary | | | | | 172,536,573 | | |
CONSUMER STAPLES 5.8% | |
Beverages 1.1% | |
PepsiCo, Inc. | | | 258,590 | | | | 25,900,375 | | |
Food & Staples Retailing 1.0% | |
CVS Health Corp. | | | 259,748 | | | | 24,439,689 | | |
Food Products 0.8% | |
Pinnacle Foods, Inc. | | | 438,610 | | | | 19,097,079 | | |
Tobacco 2.9% | |
Altria Group, Inc. | | | 586,080 | | | | 33,758,208 | | |
Philip Morris International, Inc. | | | 446,400 | | | | 39,010,896 | | |
Total | | | | | 72,769,104 | | |
Total Consumer Staples | | | | | 142,206,247 | | |
ENERGY 12.8% | |
Energy Equipment & Services 1.0% | |
Halliburton Co. | | | 625,230 | | | | 24,915,415 | | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 11.8% | |
BP PLC, ADR | | | 1,145,938 | | | | 39,649,455 | | |
Devon Energy Corp. | | | 735,700 | | | | 33,849,557 | | |
EOG Resources, Inc. | | | 414,080 | | | | 34,546,694 | | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | | | 1,241,780 | | | | 101,403,755 | | |
Occidental Petroleum Corp. | | | 538,710 | | | | 40,721,089 | | |
Valero Energy Corp. | | | 579,730 | | | | 41,659,398 | | |
Total | | | | | 291,829,948 | | |
Total Energy | | | | | 316,745,363 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
FINANCIALS 30.1% | |
Banks 14.3% | |
Bank of America Corp. | | | 3,410,820 | | | | 59,450,593 | | |
Citigroup, Inc. | | | 1,279,279 | | | | 69,196,201 | | |
Fifth Third Bancorp | | | 1,004,818 | | | | 20,769,588 | | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 1,142,466 | | | | 76,179,633 | | |
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (The) | | | 390,179 | | | | 37,265,996 | | |
Wells Fargo & Co. | | | 1,649,835 | | | | 90,905,908 | | |
Total | | | | | 353,767,919 | | |
Capital Markets 4.0% | |
Charles Schwab Corp. (The) | | | 595,390 | | | | 20,070,597 | | |
Invesco Ltd. | | | 1,161,463 | | | | 39,129,688 | | |
Morgan Stanley | | | 1,148,182 | | | | 39,382,643 | | |
Total | | | | | 98,582,928 | | |
Diversified Financial Services 4.4% | |
Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Class B(a) | | | 588,095 | | | | 78,857,658 | | |
Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. | | | 116,890 | | | | 30,372,698 | | |
Total | | | | | 109,230,356 | | |
Insurance 3.4% | |
ACE Ltd. | | | 318,898 | | | | 36,625,436 | | |
Aon PLC | | | 254,380 | | | | 24,099,961 | | |
MetLife, Inc. | | | 463,903 | | | | 23,700,804 | | |
Total | | | | | 84,426,201 | | |
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 4.0% | |
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. | | | 317,362 | | | | 29,225,867 | | |
American Tower Corp. | | | 244,580 | | | | 24,306,360 | | |
Duke Realty Corp. | | | 1,389,690 | | | | 28,280,192 | | |
Extra Space Storage, Inc. | | | 196,540 | | | | 16,460,225 | | |
Total | | | | | 98,272,644 | | |
Total Financials | | | | | 744,280,048 | | |
HEALTH CARE 11.3% | |
Biotechnology 0.7% | |
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a) | | | 32,270 | | | | 5,758,259 | | |
Alkermes PLC(a) | | | 84,120 | | | | 6,171,043 | | |
Incyte Corp.(a) | | | 45,920 | | | | 5,245,901 | | |
Total | | | | | 17,175,203 | | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies 2.7% | |
Medtronic PLC | | | 617,215 | | | | 46,500,978 | | |
St. Jude Medical, Inc. | | | 321,536 | | | | 20,288,922 | | |
Total | | | | | 66,789,900 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA DIVERSIFIED EQUITY INCOME FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Health Care Providers & Services 2.0% | |
Aetna, Inc. | | | 250,252 | | | | 25,713,393 | | |
Cardinal Health, Inc. | | | 286,829 | | | | 24,911,098 | | |
Total | | | | | 50,624,491 | | |
Pharmaceuticals 5.9% | |
Jazz Pharmaceuticals PLC | | | 45,570 | | | | 6,680,106 | | |
Johnson & Johnson | | | 414,768 | | | | 41,991,112 | | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | | | 1,011,474 | | | | 53,618,237 | | |
Pfizer, Inc. | | | 1,299,820 | | | | 42,595,102 | | |
Total | | | | | 144,884,557 | | |
Total Health Care | | | | | 279,474,151 | | |
INDUSTRIALS 11.3% | |
Aerospace & Defense 4.1% | |
Honeywell International, Inc. | | | 292,210 | | | | 30,375,230 | | |
Northrop Grumman Corp. | | | 177,880 | | | | 33,149,717 | | |
United Technologies Corp. | | | 395,870 | | | | 38,023,313 | | |
Total | | | | | 101,548,260 | | |
Air Freight & Logistics 0.8% | |
United Parcel Service, Inc., Class B | | | 186,720 | | | | 19,234,027 | | |
Electrical Equipment 0.7% | |
Rockwell Automation, Inc. | | | 167,100 | | | | 17,786,124 | | |
Industrial Conglomerates 3.6% | |
General Electric Co. | | | 2,957,159 | | | | 88,537,340 | | |
Machinery 1.1% | |
Ingersoll-Rand PLC | | | 469,985 | | | | 27,574,020 | | |
Road & Rail 1.0% | |
CSX Corp. | | | 875,940 | | | | 24,902,974 | | |
Total Industrials | | | | | 279,582,745 | | |
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 11.7% | |
Communications Equipment 2.0% | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 1,859,243 | | | | 50,664,371 | | |
IT Services 0.9% | |
MasterCard, Inc., Class A | | | 227,340 | | | | 22,261,133 | | |
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 3.6% | |
Intel Corp. | | | 1,583,360 | | | | 55,053,427 | | |
NVIDIA Corp. | | | 524,390 | | | | 16,633,651 | | |
Qorvo, Inc. | | | 278,470 | | | | 16,170,753 | | |
Total | | | | | 87,857,831 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Software 3.6% | |
Activision Blizzard, Inc. | | | 620,690 | | | | 23,375,185 | | |
Microsoft Corp. | | | 1,188,190 | | | | 64,578,127 | | |
Total | | | | | 87,953,312 | | |
Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 1.6% | |
EMC Corp. | | | 937,724 | | | | 23,761,926 | | |
Western Digital Corp. | | | 247,110 | | | | 15,422,135 | | |
Total | | | | | 39,184,061 | | |
Total Information Technology | | | | | 287,920,708 | | |
MATERIALS 1.8% | |
Chemicals 1.1% | |
Eastman Chemical Co. | | | 349,600 | | | | 25,398,440 | | |
Metals & Mining 0.7% | |
Freeport-McMoRan, Inc. | | | 1,342,830 | | | | 10,984,350 | | |
United States Steel Corp. | | | 858,990 | | | | 6,932,049 | | |
Total | | | | | 17,916,399 | | |
Total Materials | | | | | 43,314,839 | | |
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 1.8% | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services 1.0% | |
Verizon Communications, Inc. | | | 538,147 | | | | 24,458,781 | | |
Wireless Telecommunication Services 0.8% | |
Vodafone Group PLC, ADR | | | 629,635 | | | | 21,130,551 | | |
Total Telecommunication Services | | | | | 45,589,332 | | |
UTILITIES 3.9% | |
Electric Utilities 1.9% | |
Edison International | | | 452,810 | | | | 26,878,802 | | |
NextEra Energy, Inc. | | | 201,948 | | | | 20,166,527 | | |
Total | | | | | 47,045,329 | | |
Multi-Utilities 2.0% | |
Ameren Corp. | | | 566,980 | | | | 24,811,045 | | |
Public Service Enterprise Group, Inc. | | | 644,730 | | | | 25,208,943 | | |
Total | | | | | 50,019,988 | | |
Total Utilities | | | | | 97,065,317 | | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost: $2,096,149,852) | | | | | 2,408,715,323 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Money Market Funds 2.4%
| | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(b)(c) | | | 58,455,747 | | | | 58,455,747 | | |
Total Money Market Funds (Cost: $58,455,747) | | | | | 58,455,747 | | |
Total Investments (Cost: $2,154,605,599) | | | | | 2,467,171,070 | | |
Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | 2,831,883 | | |
Net Assets | | | | | 2,470,002,953 | | |
Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) Non-income producing investment.
(b) The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015.
(c) As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows:
Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | Purchase Cost ($) | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | Ending Cost ($) | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 62,543,990 | | | | 238,053,759 | | | | (242,142,002 | ) | | | 58,455,747 | | | | 42,698 | | | | 58,455,747 | | |
Abbreviation Legend
ADR American Depositary Receipt
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
> Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.
> Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).
> Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at November 30, 2015:
| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Assets ($) | | Level 2 Markets for Identical Observable Inputs ($) | | Level 3 Other Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | Significant Total ($) | |
Investments | |
Common Stocks | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 172,536,573 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 172,536,573 | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 142,206,247 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 142,206,247 | | |
Energy | | | 316,745,363 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 316,745,363 | | |
Financials | | | 744,280,048 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 744,280,048 | | |
Health Care | | | 279,474,151 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 279,474,151 | | |
Industrials | | | 279,582,745 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 279,582,745 | | |
Information Technology | | | 287,920,708 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 287,920,708 | | |
Materials | | | 43,314,839 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 43,314,839 | | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 45,589,332 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 45,589,332 | | |
Utilities | | | 97,065,317 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 97,065,317 | | |
Total Common Stocks | | | 2,408,715,323 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 2,408,715,323 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 58,455,747 | | | | — | | | | 58,455,747 | | |
Total Investments | | | 2,408,715,323 | | | | 58,455,747 | | | | — | | | | 2,467,171,070 | | |
See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are valued based upon utilizing observable market inputs, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available.
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
Transfers In | | Transfers Out | |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | |
| — | | | | 62,543,990 | | | | 62,543,990 | | | | — | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Assets | |
Investments, at value | |
Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $2,096,149,852) | | $ | 2,408,715,323 | | |
Affiliated issuers (identified cost $58,455,747) | | | 58,455,747 | | |
Total investments (identified cost $2,154,605,599) | | | 2,467,171,070 | | |
Receivable for: | |
Capital shares sold | | | 441,162 | | |
Dividends | | | 6,559,245 | | |
Foreign tax reclaims | | | 7,695 | | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 8,800 | | |
Other assets | | | 17,117 | | |
Total assets | | | 2,474,205,089 | | |
Liabilities | |
Payable for: | |
Investments purchased | | | 1,157,090 | | |
Capital shares purchased | | | 2,270,605 | | |
Investment management fees | | | 128,397 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 54,889 | | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 267,356 | | |
Plan administration fees | | | 10,035 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 218,536 | | |
Other expenses | | | 95,228 | | |
Total liabilities | | | 4,202,136 | | |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 2,470,002,953 | | |
Represented by | |
Paid-in capital | | $ | 1,907,965,991 | | |
Undistributed net investment income | | | 11,392,051 | | |
Accumulated net realized gain | | | 238,079,440 | | |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | 312,565,471 | | |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 2,470,002,953 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Class A | |
Net assets | | $ | 2,264,030,367 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 163,908,749 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 13.81 | | |
Maximum offering price per share(a) | | $ | 14.65 | | |
Class B | |
Net assets | | $ | 29,067,391 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 2,098,543 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 13.85 | | |
Class C | |
Net assets | | $ | 67,570,689 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 4,904,648 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 13.78 | | |
Class I | |
Net assets | | $ | 2,833 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 205 | | |
Net asset value per share(b) | | $ | 13.80 | | |
Class K | |
Net assets | | $ | 44,313,984 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 3,206,288 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 13.82 | | |
Class R | |
Net assets | | $ | 6,249,258 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 454,849 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 13.74 | | |
Class R4 | |
Net assets | | $ | 7,945,923 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 575,309 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 13.81 | | |
Class R5 | |
Net assets | | $ | 30,945,634 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 2,239,106 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 13.82 | | |
Class W | |
Net assets | | $ | 2,645 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 191 | | |
Net asset value per share(b) | | $ | 13.84 | | |
Class Y | |
Net assets | | $ | 376,301 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 27,001 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 13.94 | | |
Class Z | |
Net assets | | $ | 19,497,928 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,412,773 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 13.80 | | |
(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.
(b) Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Net investment income | |
Income: | |
Dividends — unaffiliated issuers | | $ | 30,663,330 | | |
Dividends — affiliated issuers | | | 42,698 | | |
Interest | | | 16,775 | | |
Foreign taxes withheld | | | (23,084 | ) | |
Total income | | | 30,699,719 | | |
Expenses: | |
Investment management fees | | | 8,047,752 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | |
Class A | | | 2,915,837 | | |
Class B | | | 174,131 | | |
Class C | | | 344,454 | | |
Class R | | | 16,506 | | |
Class W | | | 3 | | |
Transfer agent fees | |
Class A | | | 1,536,012 | | |
Class B | | | 22,988 | | |
Class C | | | 45,362 | | |
Class K | | | 13,495 | | |
Class R | | | 4,353 | | |
Class R4 | | | 6,209 | | |
Class R5 | | | 7,533 | | |
Class W | | | 2 | | |
Class Z | | | 13,090 | | |
Plan administration fees | |
Class K | | | 67,660 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 17,009 | | |
Custodian fees | | | 9,866 | | |
Printing and postage fees | | | 137,425 | | |
Registration fees | | | 68,622 | | |
Audit fees | | | 11,697 | | |
Legal fees | | | 14,000 | | |
Other | | | 39,035 | | |
Total expenses | | | 13,513,041 | | |
Expense reductions | | | (60 | ) | |
Total net expenses | | | 13,512,981 | | |
Net investment income | | | 17,186,738 | | |
Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investments | | | 61,703,080 | | |
Net realized gain | | | 61,703,080 | | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | (140,477,608 | ) | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (140,477,608 | ) | |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (78,774,528 | ) | |
Net decrease in net assets from operations | | $ | (61,587,790 | ) | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
Operations | |
Net investment income | | $ | 17,186,738 | | | $ | 43,140,107 | | |
Net realized gain | | | 61,703,080 | | | | 290,152,624 | | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (140,477,608 | ) | | | (90,015,893 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (61,587,790 | ) | | | 243,276,838 | | |
Distributions to shareholders | |
Net investment income | |
Class A | | | (20,699,733 | ) | | | (28,679,149 | ) | |
Class B | | | (188,200 | ) | | | (248,450 | ) | |
Class C | | | (351,220 | ) | | | (306,859 | ) | |
Class I | | | (31 | ) | | | (48 | ) | |
Class K | | | (519,159 | ) | | | (854,087 | ) | |
Class R | | | (50,023 | ) | | | (72,898 | ) | |
Class R4 | | | (99,234 | ) | | | (169,680 | ) | |
Class R5 | | | (315,809 | ) | | | (437,659 | ) | |
Class W | | | (23 | ) | | | (32 | ) | |
Class Y | | | (3,916 | ) | | | (329,213 | ) | |
Class Z | | | (199,520 | ) | | | (268,070 | ) | |
Net realized gains | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (180,646,104 | ) | |
Class B | | | — | | | | (4,150,007 | ) | |
Class C | | | — | | | | (5,297,619 | ) | |
Class I | | | — | | | | (226 | ) | |
Class K | | | — | | | | (4,711,695 | ) | |
Class R | | | — | | | | (565,818 | ) | |
Class R4 | | | — | | | | (914,313 | ) | |
Class R5 | | | — | | | | (2,110,521 | ) | |
Class W | | | — | | | | (210 | ) | |
Class Y | | | — | | | | (1,557,869 | ) | |
Class Z | | | — | | | | (1,514,304 | ) | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (22,426,868 | ) | | | (232,834,831 | ) | |
Decrease in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (124,402,342 | ) | | | (81,452,627 | ) | |
Total decrease in net assets | | | (208,417,000 | ) | | | (71,010,620 | ) | |
Net assets at beginning of period | | | 2,678,419,953 | | | | 2,749,430,573 | | |
Net assets at end of period | | $ | 2,470,002,953 | | | $ | 2,678,419,953 | | |
Undistributed net investment income | | $ | 11,392,051 | | | $ | 16,632,181 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | |
Class A shares | |
Subscriptions(a) | | | 3,490,932 | | | | 48,097,488 | | | | 10,116,016 | | | | 144,780,965 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 1,471,739 | | | | 20,297,437 | | | | 14,904,589 | | | | 205,800,785 | | |
Redemptions | | | (11,822,382 | ) | | | (162,492,857 | ) | | | (26,550,546 | ) | | | (380,068,208 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (6,859,711 | ) | | | (94,097,932 | ) | | | (1,529,941 | ) | | | (29,486,458 | ) | |
Class B shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 8,027 | | | | 111,937 | | | | 48,953 | | | | 699,648 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 13,435 | | | | 187,119 | | | | 316,721 | | | | 4,377,954 | | |
Redemptions(a) | | | (1,009,665 | ) | | | (14,116,117 | ) | | | (2,161,546 | ) | | | (30,853,213 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (988,203 | ) | | | (13,817,061 | ) | | | (1,795,872 | ) | | | (25,775,611 | ) | |
Class C shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 226,146 | | | | 3,061,759 | | | | 492,211 | | | | 7,018,403 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 24,954 | | | | 344,074 | | | | 399,484 | | | | 5,492,632 | | |
Redemptions | | | (410,466 | ) | | | (5,659,321 | ) | | | (727,281 | ) | | | (10,342,519 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (159,366 | ) | | | (2,253,488 | ) | | | 164,414 | | | | 2,168,516 | | |
Class K shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 158,608 | | | | 2,173,763 | | | | 514,824 | | | | 7,374,476 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 37,589 | | | | 519,159 | | | | 402,446 | | | | 5,565,782 | | |
Redemptions | | | (1,131,831 | ) | | | (15,538,365 | ) | | | (1,837,195 | ) | | | (26,500,082 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (935,634 | ) | | | (12,845,443 | ) | | | (919,925 | ) | | | (13,559,824 | ) | |
Class R shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 29,396 | | | | 401,647 | | | | 84,638 | | | | 1,202,225 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 3,550 | | | | 48,748 | | | | 45,528 | | | | 625,119 | | |
Redemptions | | | (120,163 | ) | | | (1,673,490 | ) | | | (152,660 | ) | | | (2,152,087 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (87,217 | ) | | | (1,223,095 | ) | | | (22,494 | ) | | | (324,743 | ) | |
Class R4 shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 55,425 | | | | 764,564 | | | | 222,612 | | | | 3,177,442 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 7,183 | | | | 99,187 | | | | 78,366 | | | | 1,082,325 | | |
Redemptions | | | (225,170 | ) | | | (3,105,643 | ) | | | (482,463 | ) | | | (6,861,574 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (162,562 | ) | | | (2,241,892 | ) | | | (181,485 | ) | | | (2,601,807 | ) | |
Class R5 shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 290,474 | | | | 4,019,891 | | | | 433,900 | | | | 6,181,878 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 22,921 | | | | 315,689 | | | | 184,265 | | | | 2,547,839 | | |
Redemptions | | | (165,319 | ) | | | (2,297,169 | ) | | | (381,424 | ) | | | (5,451,279 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 148,076 | | | | 2,038,411 | | | | 236,741 | | | | 3,278,438 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity (continued) | |
Class Y shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 4,174 | | | | 58,000 | | | | 1,615,886 | | | | 22,554,885 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 280 | | | | 3,887 | | | | 135,362 | | | | 1,886,835 | | |
Redemptions | | | (2,620 | ) | | | (35,266 | ) | | | (3,127,375 | ) | | | (44,155,545 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | 1,834 | | | | 26,621 | | | | (1,376,127 | ) | | | (19,713,825 | ) | |
Class Z shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 166,231 | | | | 2,307,874 | | | | 726,591 | | | | 10,605,730 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 13,466 | | | | 185,366 | | | | 120,412 | | | | 1,660,690 | | |
Redemptions | | | (181,427 | ) | | | (2,481,703 | ) | | | (537,745 | ) | | | (7,703,733 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (1,730 | ) | | | 11,537 | | | | 309,258 | | | | 4,562,687 | | |
Total net decrease | | | (9,044,513 | ) | | | (124,402,342 | ) | | | (5,115,431 | ) | | | (81,452,627 | ) | |
(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class A | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 14.26 | | | $ | 14.25 | | | $ | 12.29 | | | $ | 9.76 | | | $ | 8.53 | | | $ | 9.03 | | | $ | 8.31 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.10 | | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.12 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.43 | ) | | | 1.05 | | | | 1.97 | | | | 2.55 | | | | 1.20 | | | | (0.49 | ) | | | 0.72 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.33 | ) | | | 1.28 | | | | 2.12 | | | | 2.74 | | | | 1.31 | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | 0.84 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (1.27 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 13.81 | | | $ | 14.26 | | | $ | 14.25 | | | $ | 12.29 | | | $ | 9.76 | | | $ | 8.53 | | | $ | 9.03 | | |
Total return | | | (2.29 | %) | | | 9.34 | % | | | 17.45 | % | | | 28.46 | % | | | 15.31 | % | | | (4.32 | %) | | | 10.18 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.04 | %(c) | | | 1.05 | % | | | 1.09 | % | | | 1.14 | %(d) | | | 1.10 | %(c) | | | 1.13 | % | | | 1.12 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.04 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.05 | %(f) | | | 1.08 | %(f) | | | 1.08 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.10 | %(c) | | | 1.13 | %(f) | | | 1.12 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 1.37 | %(c) | | | 1.61 | % | | | 1.16 | % | | | 1.77 | % | | | 1.66 | %(c) | | | 1.20 | % | | | 1.36 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 2,264,030 | | | $ | 2,434,631 | | | $ | 2,454,495 | | | $ | 2,480,865 | | | $ | 2,320,419 | | | $ | 3,197,508 | | | $ | 3,516,017 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 26 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 43 | % | | | 16 | % | | | 36 | % | | | 34 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class B | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 14.30 | | | $ | 14.28 | | | $ | 12.32 | | | $ | 9.79 | | | $ | 8.56 | | | $ | 9.05 | | | $ | 8.33 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.05 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | 1.07 | | | | 1.98 | | | | 2.55 | | | | 1.21 | | | | (0.49 | ) | | | 0.72 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.38 | ) | | | 1.18 | | | | 2.03 | | | | 2.66 | | | | 1.27 | | | | (0.45 | ) | | | 0.77 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (1.16 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 13.85 | | | $ | 14.30 | | | $ | 14.28 | | | $ | 12.32 | | | $ | 9.79 | | | $ | 8.56 | | | $ | 9.05 | | |
Total return | | | (2.65 | %) | | | 8.58 | % | | | 16.54 | % | | | 27.38 | % | | | 14.82 | % | | | (5.01 | %) | | | 9.26 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.79 | %(c) | | | 1.80 | % | | | 1.84 | % | | | 1.88 | %(d) | | | 1.87 | %(c) | | | 1.88 | % | | | 1.89 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.79 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.80 | %(f) | | | 1.83 | %(f) | | | 1.83 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.87 | %(c) | | | 1.88 | %(f) | | | 1.89 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 0.61 | %(c) | | | 0.74 | % | | | 0.39 | % | | | 1.03 | % | | | 0.93 | %(c) | | | 0.43 | % | | | 0.58 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 29,067 | | | $ | 44,132 | | | $ | 69,741 | | | $ | 108,589 | | | $ | 138,560 | | | $ | 142,429 | | | $ | 246,456 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 26 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 43 | % | | | 16 | % | | | 36 | % | | | 34 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class C | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 14.22 | | | $ | 14.21 | | | $ | 12.26 | | | $ | 9.74 | | | $ | 8.52 | | | $ | 9.02 | | | $ | 8.30 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.05 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | 1.05 | | | | 1.97 | | | | 2.54 | | | | 1.20 | | | | (0.49 | ) | | | 0.73 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.37 | ) | | | 1.17 | | | | 2.02 | | | | 2.65 | | | | 1.26 | | | | (0.45 | ) | | | 0.78 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (1.16 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 13.78 | | | $ | 14.22 | | | $ | 14.21 | | | $ | 12.26 | | | $ | 9.74 | | | $ | 8.52 | | | $ | 9.02 | | |
Total return | | | (2.60 | %) | | | 8.55 | % | | | 16.54 | % | | | 27.46 | % | | | 14.80 | % | | | (5.07 | %) | | | 9.37 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.79 | %(c) | | | 1.80 | % | | | 1.84 | % | | | 1.89 | %(d) | | | 1.85 | %(c) | | | 1.88 | % | | | 1.88 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.79 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.80 | %(f) | | | 1.83 | %(f) | | | 1.83 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.85 | %(c) | | | 1.88 | %(f) | | | 1.88 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 0.62 | %(c) | | | 0.87 | % | | | 0.41 | % | | | 1.02 | % | | | 0.95 | %(c) | | | 0.44 | % | | | 0.60 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 67,571 | | | $ | 72,010 | | | $ | 69,633 | | | $ | 61,178 | | | $ | 55,775 | | | $ | 54,238 | | | $ | 66,505 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 26 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 43 | % | | | 16 | % | | | 36 | % | | | 34 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class I | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 14.24 | | | $ | 14.23 | | | $ | 12.28 | | | $ | 9.76 | | | $ | 8.52 | | | $ | 9.02 | | | $ | 8.30 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.29 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.24 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.16 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | 1.05 | | | | 1.98 | | | | 2.54 | | | | 1.20 | | | | (0.49 | ) | | | 0.72 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.29 | ) | | | 1.34 | | | | 2.17 | | | | 2.78 | | | | 1.34 | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | 0.88 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (1.33 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 13.80 | | | $ | 14.24 | | | $ | 14.23 | | | $ | 12.28 | | | $ | 9.76 | | | $ | 8.52 | | | $ | 9.02 | | |
Total return | | | (2.02 | %) | | | 9.84 | % | | | 17.90 | % | | | 28.92 | % | | | 15.76 | % | | | (3.88 | %) | | | 10.69 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.65 | %(c) | | | 0.62 | % | | | 0.63 | % | | | 0.66 | %(d) | | | 0.63 | %(c) | | | 0.67 | % | | | 0.67 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.65 | %(c) | | | 0.62 | % | | | 0.63 | % | | | 0.66 | %(d) | | | 0.63 | %(c) | | | 0.67 | % | | | 0.67 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 1.76 | %(c) | | | 2.04 | % | | | 1.46 | % | | | 2.19 | % | | | 2.13 | %(c) | | | 1.63 | % | | | 1.82 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 3 | | | $ | 3 | | | $ | 3 | | | $ | 45,330 | | | $ | 39,849 | | | $ | 79,024 | | | $ | 213,083 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 26 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 43 | % | | | 16 | % | | | 36 | % | | | 34 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class K | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 14.27 | | | $ | 14.26 | | | $ | 12.30 | | | $ | 9.77 | | | $ | 8.53 | | | $ | 9.04 | | | $ | 8.32 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.10 | | | | 0.24 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.13 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | 1.06 | | | | 1.98 | | | | 2.56 | | | | 1.20 | | | | (0.50 | ) | | | 0.73 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.32 | ) | | | 1.30 | | | | 2.14 | | | | 2.76 | | | | 1.32 | | | | (0.36 | ) | | | 0.86 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (1.29 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 13.82 | | | $ | 14.27 | | | $ | 14.26 | | | $ | 12.30 | | | $ | 9.77 | | | $ | 8.53 | | | $ | 9.04 | | |
Total return | | | (2.24 | %) | | | 9.46 | % | | | 17.60 | % | | | 28.61 | % | | | 15.51 | % | | | (4.23 | %) | | | 10.34 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.95 | %(c) | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.94 | % | | | 0.94 | %(d) | | | 0.93 | %(c) | | | 0.97 | % | | | 0.97 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.95 | %(c) | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.94 | % | | | 0.94 | %(d) | | | 0.93 | %(c) | | | 0.97 | % | | | 0.97 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 1.43 | %(c) | | | 1.68 | % | | | 1.24 | % | | | 1.88 | % | | | 1.87 | %(c) | | | 1.36 | % | | | 1.52 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 44,314 | | | $ | 59,092 | | | $ | 72,165 | | | $ | 168,438 | | | $ | 202,741 | | | $ | 189,510 | | | $ | 217,779 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 26 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 43 | % | | | 16 | % | | | 36 | % | | | 34 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class R | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 14.18 | | | $ | 14.18 | | | $ | 12.23 | | | $ | 9.72 | | | $ | 8.50 | | | $ | 8.99 | | | $ | 8.28 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.09 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | 1.04 | | | | 1.96 | | | | 2.53 | | | | 1.20 | | | | (0.48 | ) | | | 0.72 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.33 | ) | | | 1.23 | | | | 2.08 | | | | 2.70 | | | | 1.29 | | | | (0.39 | ) | | | 0.81 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (1.23 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 13.74 | | | $ | 14.18 | | | $ | 14.18 | | | $ | 12.23 | | | $ | 9.72 | | | $ | 8.50 | | | $ | 8.99 | | |
Total return | | | (2.36 | %) | | | 9.04 | % | | | 17.16 | % | | | 28.05 | % | | | 15.14 | % | | | (4.46 | %) | | | 9.76 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.29 | %(c) | | | 1.30 | % | | | 1.34 | % | | | 1.39 | %(d) | | | 1.35 | %(c) | | | 1.38 | % | | | 1.46 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.29 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.30 | %(f) | | | 1.33 | %(f) | | | 1.33 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.35 | %(c) | | | 1.38 | %(f) | | | 1.46 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 1.12 | %(c) | | | 1.36 | % | | | 0.90 | % | | | 1.53 | % | | | 1.46 | %(c) | | | 0.95 | % | | | 1.03 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 6,249 | | | $ | 7,687 | | | $ | 8,004 | | | $ | 9,859 | | | $ | 10,976 | | | $ | 10,114 | | | $ | 10,506 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 26 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 43 | % | | | 16 | % | | | 36 | % | | | 34 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class R4 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 14.26 | | | $ | 14.24 | | | $ | 12.28 | | | $ | 9.75 | | | $ | 8.51 | | | $ | 9.02 | | | $ | 8.30 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.26 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.11 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | 1.06 | | | | 1.97 | | | | 2.54 | | | | 1.20 | | | | (0.50 | ) | | | 0.72 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.31 | ) | | | 1.32 | | | | 2.15 | | | | 2.74 | | | | 1.31 | | | | (0.39 | ) | | | 0.83 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (1.30 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 13.81 | | | $ | 14.26 | | | $ | 14.24 | | | $ | 12.28 | | | $ | 9.75 | | | $ | 8.51 | | | $ | 9.02 | | |
Total return | | | (2.16 | %) | | | 9.69 | % | | | 17.71 | % | | | 28.46 | % | | | 15.37 | % | | | (4.52 | %) | | | 10.09 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.78 | %(c) | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.84 | % | | | 1.02 | %(d) | | | 1.18 | %(c) | | | 1.21 | % | | | 1.22 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.78 | %(c)(f) | | | 0.80 | %(f) | | | 0.83 | %(f) | | | 0.99 | %(d) | | | 1.18 | %(c) | | | 1.21 | % | | | 1.22 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 1.60 | %(c) | | | 1.81 | % | | | 1.37 | % | | | 1.91 | % | | | 1.63 | %(c) | | | 1.06 | % | | | 1.26 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 7,946 | | | $ | 10,520 | | | $ | 13,093 | | | $ | 22,154 | | | $ | 53,739 | | | $ | 53,617 | | | $ | 103,577 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 26 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 43 | % | | | 16 | % | | | 36 | % | | | 34 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class R5 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 14.27 | | | $ | 14.26 | | | $ | 12.30 | | | $ | 9.77 | | | $ | 8.53 | | | $ | 9.03 | | | $ | 8.31 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.29 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.15 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | 1.04 | | | | 1.98 | | | | 2.55 | | | | 1.20 | | | | (0.49 | ) | | | 0.73 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.30 | ) | | | 1.33 | | | | 2.17 | | | | 2.78 | | | | 1.34 | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | 0.88 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.25 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (1.32 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.25 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 13.82 | | | $ | 14.27 | | | $ | 14.26 | | | $ | 12.30 | | | $ | 9.77 | | | $ | 8.53 | | | $ | 9.03 | | |
Total return | | | (2.12 | %) | | | 9.73 | % | | | 17.89 | % | | | 28.95 | % | | | 15.65 | % | | | (3.87 | %) | | | 10.62 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.71 | %(c) | | | 0.70 | % | | | 0.69 | % | | | 0.70 | %(d) | | | 0.68 | %(c) | | | 0.72 | % | | | 0.72 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.71 | %(c) | | | 0.70 | % | | | 0.69 | % | | | 0.70 | %(d) | | | 0.68 | %(c) | | | 0.72 | % | | | 0.72 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 1.71 | %(c) | | | 2.00 | % | | | 1.48 | % | | | 2.14 | % | | | 2.11 | %(c) | | | 1.62 | % | | | 1.77 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 30,946 | | | $ | 29,830 | | | $ | 26,434 | | | $ | 83,244 | | | $ | 57,805 | | | $ | 57,903 | | | $ | 60,156 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 26 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 43 | % | | | 16 | % | | | 36 | % | | | 34 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class W | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 14.28 | | | $ | 14.27 | | | $ | 12.31 | | | $ | 9.78 | | | $ | 8.55 | | | $ | 9.04 | | | $ | 8.32 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.12 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | 1.05 | | | | 1.97 | | | | 2.55 | | | | 1.20 | | | | (0.48 | ) | | | 0.72 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.32 | ) | | | 1.28 | | | | 2.13 | | | | 2.74 | | | | 1.31 | | | | (0.36 | ) | | | 0.84 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (1.27 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 13.84 | | | $ | 14.28 | | | $ | 14.27 | | | $ | 12.31 | | | $ | 9.78 | | | $ | 8.55 | | | $ | 9.04 | | |
Total return | | | (2.24 | %) | | | 9.31 | % | | | 17.44 | % | | | 28.38 | % | | | 15.32 | % | | | (4.20 | %) | | | 10.18 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.06 | %(c) | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.11 | %(d) | | | 1.08 | %(c) | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.09 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.06 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.08 | %(f) | | | 1.07 | %(f) | | | 1.08 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.08 | %(c) | | | 1.10 | %(f) | | | 1.09 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 1.35 | %(c) | | | 1.59 | % | | | 1.19 | % | | | 1.77 | % | | | 1.73 | %(c) | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.40 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 3 | | | $ | 3 | | | $ | 3 | | | $ | 4 | | | $ | 4 | | | $ | 3 | | | $ | 3 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 26 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 43 | % | | | 16 | % | | | 36 | % | | | 34 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class Y | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 14.38 | | | $ | 14.36 | | | $ | 12.38 | | | $ | 10.33 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.14 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | 1.14 | | | | 1.98 | | | | 2.04 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.29 | ) | | | 1.35 | | | | 2.20 | | | | 2.18 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (1.33 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 13.94 | | | $ | 14.38 | | | $ | 14.36 | | | $ | 12.38 | | |
Total return | | | (2.00 | %) | | | 9.79 | % | | | 17.99 | % | | | 21.23 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.66 | %(c) | | | 0.64 | % | | | 0.64 | % | | | 0.64 | %(c)(d) | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.66 | %(c) | | | 0.64 | % | | | 0.64 | % | | | 0.64 | %(c)(d) | |
Net investment income | | | 1.75 | %(c) | | | 1.42 | % | | | 1.63 | % | | | 2.24 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 376 | | | $ | 362 | | | $ | 20,127 | | | $ | 3 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 26 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 43 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class Z | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010(b) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 14.25 | | | $ | 14.24 | | | $ | 12.28 | | | $ | 9.76 | | | $ | 8.52 | | | $ | 9.03 | | | $ | 9.02 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.27 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.13 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.01 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | 1.04 | | | | 1.98 | | | | 2.54 | | | | 1.20 | | | | (0.52 | ) | | | — | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.31 | ) | | | 1.31 | | | | 2.16 | | | | 2.76 | | | | 1.33 | | | | (0.35 | ) | | | 0.01 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | — | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (1.30 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 13.80 | | | $ | 14.25 | | | $ | 14.24 | | | $ | 12.28 | | | $ | 9.76 | | | $ | 8.52 | | | $ | 9.03 | | |
Total return | | | (2.17 | %) | | | 9.62 | % | | | 17.76 | % | | | 28.69 | % | | | 15.62 | % | | | (4.06 | %) | | | 0.11 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.79 | %(d) | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.84 | % | | | 0.89 | %(e) | | | 0.82 | %(d) | | | 0.87 | % | | | 1.02 | %(d) | |
Total net expenses(f) | | | 0.79 | %(d)(g) | | | 0.80 | %(g) | | | 0.83 | %(g) | | | 0.83 | %(e)(g) | | | 0.82 | %(d) | | | 0.87 | %(g) | | | 1.02 | %(d) | |
Net investment income | | | 1.62 | %(d) | | | 1.90 | % | | | 1.37 | % | | | 2.03 | % | | | 2.00 | %(d) | | | 1.77 | % | | | 9.89 | %(d) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 19,498 | | | $ | 20,150 | | | $ | 15,733 | | | $ | 54,418 | | | $ | 69,694 | | | $ | 58,213 | | | $ | 3 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 26 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 43 | % | | | 16 | % | | | 36 | % | | | 34 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(f) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(g) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 1. Organization
Columbia Diversified Equity Income Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class W, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.
Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.
Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.
Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board, including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash
flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.
Interest income is recorded on an accrual basis. Market premiums and discounts, including original issue discounts, are amortized and accreted, respectively, over the expected life of the security on all debt securities, unless otherwise noted.
The Fund may place a debt security on non-accrual status and reduce related interest income when it becomes probable that the interest will not be collected and the amount of uncollectible interest can be reasonably estimated. A defaulted debt security is removed from non-accrual status when the issuer resumes interest payments or when collectibility of interest is reasonably assured.
The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.
Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid each calendar quarter. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.72% to 0.52% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.63% of the Fund's average daily net assets.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $4,988,283, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $458,573.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $2,216.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of
accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
Class A | | | 0.13 | % | |
Class B | | | 0.13 | | |
Class C | | | 0.13 | | |
Class K | | | 0.05 | | |
Class R | | | 0.13 | | |
Class R4 | | | 0.13 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | | |
Class W | | | 0.16 | | |
Class Z | | | 0.13 | | |
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $60.
Plan Administration Fees
Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class A and Class W shares, a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.50% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares (of which up to 0.25% may be used for shareholder services) and a fee at an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares. For Class B and Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $7,651,000 and $643,000 for Class B and Class C shares, respectively. These amounts are based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015, and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. To the extent the unreimbursed expense has been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is reduced.
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $414,722 for Class A, $2,403 for Class B and $1,556 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft
charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:
| | Contractual Expense Cap October 1, 2015 Through September 30, 2016 | | Voluntary Expense Cap Prior to October 1, 2015 | |
Class A | | | 1.15 | % | | | 1.13 | % | |
Class B | | | 1.90 | | | | 1.88 | | |
Class C | | | 1.90 | | | | 1.88 | | |
Class I | | | 0.80 | | | | 0.75 | | |
Class K | | | 1.10 | | | | 1.05 | | |
Class R | | | 1.40 | | | | 1.38 | | |
Class R4 | | | 0.90 | | | | 0.88 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.85 | | | | 0.80 | | |
Class W | | | 1.15 | | | | 1.13 | | |
Class Y | | | 0.80 | | | | 0.75 | | |
Class Z | | | 0.90 | | | | 0.88 | | |
The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $2,154,606,000 and the aggregate gross approximate
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
Unrealized appreciation | | $ | 413,479,000 | | |
Unrealized depreciation | | | (100,914,000 | ) | |
Net unrealized appreciation | | $ | 312,565,000 | | |
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $634,229,215 and $749,030,160, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under
the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, affiliated shareholders of record owned 86.8% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
Financial Sector Risk
The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to investments or agreements that, under certain circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 7 above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Diversified Equity Income Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).
On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management
The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.
The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no
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proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability. The Board reviewed the fees charged to comparable institutional or other accounts/vehicles managed by Columbia Management and discussed differences in how the products are managed and operated, noting no unreasonable differences in the levels of contractual fees.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was below the peer universe's median expense ratio shown in the reports. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard,
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the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.
n Ease the impact of volatile markets
Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.
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Sincerely,

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President, Columbia Funds
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.
Performance Overview | | | 3 | | |
Portfolio Overview | | | 4 | | |
Understanding Your Fund's Expenses | | | 5 | | |
Portfolio of Investments | | | 6 | | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | 11 | | |
Statement of Operations | | | 13 | | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | | | 14 | | |
Financial Highlights | | | 17 | | |
Notes to Financial Statements | | | 28 | | |
Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement | | | 36 | | |
Important Information About This Report | | | 39 | | |
COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Performance Summary
n Columbia Dividend Opportunity Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -2.99% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended November 30, 2015.
n During the same time period, the Fund underperformed the MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index (Net), which returned 0.05%, and outperformed the Russell 1000 Value Index, which returned -3.08%.
Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015)
| | Inception | | 6 Months Cumulative | | 1 Year | | 5 Years | | 10 Years | |
Class A | | 08/01/88 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -2.99 | | | | -2.70 | | | | 11.84 | | | | 7.55 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -8.53 | | | | -8.32 | | | | 10.52 | | | | 6.91 | | |
Class B | | 03/20/95 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -3.40 | | | | -3.41 | | | | 11.01 | | | | 6.74 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -8.17 | | | | -7.52 | | | | 10.75 | | | | 6.74 | | |
Class C | | 06/26/00 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -3.43 | | | | -3.44 | | | | 11.00 | | | | 6.74 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -4.39 | | | | -4.26 | | | | 11.00 | | | | 6.74 | | |
Class I | | 03/04/04 | | | -2.88 | | | | -2.30 | | | | 12.30 | | | | 7.98 | | |
Class K | | 03/20/95 | | | -3.03 | | | | -2.60 | | | | 11.98 | | | | 7.76 | | |
Class R* | | 08/01/08 | | | -3.22 | | | | -2.97 | | | | 11.56 | | | | 7.26 | | |
Class R4* | | 11/08/12 | | | -2.93 | | | | -2.41 | | | | 12.01 | | | | 7.63 | | |
Class R5* | | 08/01/08 | | | -2.90 | | | | -2.33 | | | | 12.26 | | | | 7.85 | | |
Class W* | | 12/01/06 | | | -3.09 | | | | -2.70 | | | | 11.84 | | | | 7.52 | | |
Class Y* | | 11/08/12 | | | -2.85 | | | | -2.35 | | | | 12.09 | | | | 7.67 | | |
Class Z* | | 09/27/10 | | | -2.96 | | | | -2.45 | | | | 12.12 | | | | 7.68 | | |
MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index (Net) | | | | | | | 0.05 | | | | -0.55 | | | | 13.65 | | | | 7.52 | | |
Russell 1000 Value Index | | | | | | | -3.08 | | | | -1.11 | | | | 13.47 | | | | 6.45 | | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.
The MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index (Net) is composed of those securities in the MSCI USA Index that have higher-than-average dividend yield (e.g. 30% higher than that of the MSCI USA Index), a track record of consistent dividend payments and the capacity to sustain future dividend payments. The MSCI USA Index is a free float adjusted market capitalization index that is designed to measure large- and mid-cap U.S. equity market performance.
The Russell 1000 Value Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of those stocks in the Russell 1000 Index with lower price-to-book ratios and lower forecasted growth values.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes (except the MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index (Net), which reflects reinvested dividends net of withholding taxes) or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Portfolio Management
Steve Schroll
Paul Stocking
Dean Ramos, CFA
Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.
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Top Ten Holdings (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Microsoft Corp. | | | 5.3 | | |
Philip Morris International, Inc. | | | 5.0 | | |
Altria Group, Inc. | | | 4.9 | | |
AT&T, Inc. | | | 4.8 | | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | | | 4.2 | | |
Pfizer, Inc. | | | 4.0 | | |
Johnson & Johnson | | | 3.8 | | |
Intel Corp. | | | 3.5 | | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 3.4 | | |
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. | | | 3.2 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."
Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.
Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Common Stocks | | | 92.8 | | |
Equity-Linked Notes | | | 5.5 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | 1.7 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.
Equity Sector Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 4.4 | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 17.8 | | |
Energy | | | 18.4 | | |
Financials | | | 2.2 | | |
Health Care | | | 17.0 | | |
Industrials | | | 6.0 | | |
Information Technology | | | 15.1 | | |
Materials | | | 3.1 | | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 9.1 | | |
Utilities | | | 6.9 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES
(Unaudited)
As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
| | Account Value at the Beginning of the Period ($) | | Account Value at the End of the Period ($) | | Expenses Paid During the Period ($) | | Fund's Annualized Expense Ratio (%) | |
| | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 970.10 | | | | 1,020.17 | | | | 5.03 | | | | 5.16 | | | | 1.01 | | |
Class B | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 966.00 | | | | 1,016.38 | | | | 8.74 | | | | 8.97 | | | | 1.76 | | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 965.70 | | | | 1,016.38 | | | | 8.74 | | | | 8.97 | | | | 1.76 | | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 971.20 | | | | 1,022.19 | | | | 3.04 | | | | 3.12 | | | | 0.61 | | |
Class K | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 969.70 | | | | 1,020.62 | | | | 4.58 | | | | 4.70 | | | | 0.92 | | |
Class R | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 967.80 | | | | 1,018.90 | | | | 6.27 | | | | 6.43 | | | | 1.26 | | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 970.70 | | | | 1,021.43 | | | | 3.79 | | | | 3.88 | | | | 0.76 | | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 971.00 | | | | 1,021.94 | | | | 3.29 | | | | 3.37 | | | | 0.66 | | |
Class W | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 969.10 | | | | 1,020.17 | | | | 5.03 | | | | 5.16 | | | | 1.01 | | |
Class Y | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 971.50 | | | | 1,022.19 | | | | 3.04 | | | | 3.12 | | | | 0.61 | | |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 970.40 | | | | 1,021.43 | | | | 3.78 | | | | 3.88 | | | | 0.76 | | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
Common Stocks 93.2%
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 4.1% | |
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 2.4% | |
McDonald's Corp. | | | 1,033,417 | | | | 117,974,885 | | |
Leisure Products 0.9% | |
Mattel, Inc. | | | 1,688,348 | | | | 41,972,331 | | |
Media 0.8% | |
Pearson PLC | | | 1,286,395 | | | | 16,003,239 | | |
Vivendi SA | | | 1,040,277 | | | | 21,905,150 | | |
Total | | | | | 37,908,389 | | |
Total Consumer Discretionary | | | | | 197,855,605 | | |
CONSUMER STAPLES 16.6% | |
Beverages 0.9% | |
Coca-Cola Co. (The) | | | 336,224 | | | | 14,329,867 | | |
PepsiCo, Inc. | | | 288,980 | | | | 28,944,237 | | |
Total | | | | | 43,274,104 | | |
Food & Staples Retailing 0.5% | |
Wesfarmers Ltd. | | | 799,990 | | | | 21,984,811 | | |
Food Products 1.6% | |
General Mills, Inc. | | | 961,806 | | | | 55,553,914 | | |
Kraft Heinz Co. (The) | | | 256,927 | | | | 18,932,951 | | |
Total | | | | | 74,486,865 | | |
Household Products 1.7% | |
Procter & Gamble Co. (The) | | | 1,078,510 | | | | 80,715,688 | | |
Tobacco 11.9% | |
Altria Group, Inc. | | | 3,980,997 | | | | 229,305,427 | | |
British American Tobacco PLC | | | 1,543,051 | | | | 89,891,836 | | |
Philip Morris International, Inc. | | | 2,685,139 | | | | 234,654,297 | | |
Reynolds American, Inc. | | | 387,207 | | | | 17,908,324 | | |
Total | | | | | 571,759,884 | | |
Total Consumer Staples | | | | | 792,221,352 | | |
ENERGY 17.2% | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 17.2% | |
BP PLC, ADR | | | 1,398,228 | | | | 48,378,689 | | |
Chevron Corp. | | | 1,205,894 | | | | 110,122,240 | | |
ConocoPhillips | | | 1,756,006 | | | | 94,912,124 | | |
Enbridge Energy Management LLC(a)(b) | | | 1 | | | | 29 | | |
Enbridge, Inc. | | | 275,377 | | | | 9,762,115 | | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | | | 2,455,703 | | | | 200,532,707 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Kinder Morgan, Inc. | | | 2,509,791 | | | | 59,155,797 | | |
Occidental Petroleum Corp. | | | 1,906,272 | | | | 144,095,100 | | |
Phillips 66 | | | 733,081 | | | | 67,098,904 | | |
Royal Dutch Shell PLC, Class A | | | 1,309,698 | | | | 32,408,746 | | |
Spectra Energy Corp. | | | 1,590,948 | | | | 41,682,838 | | |
Suncor Energy, Inc. | | | 521,913 | | | | 14,404,799 | | |
Total | | | | | 822,554,088 | | |
Total Energy | | | | | 822,554,088 | | |
FINANCIALS 2.0% | |
Banks 1.1% | |
Bank of Montreal | | | 426,597 | | | | 24,589,051 | | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 446,946 | | | | 29,802,359 | | |
Total | | | | | 54,391,410 | | |
Capital Markets 0.9% | |
BlackRock, Inc. | | | 65,656 | | | | 23,880,400 | | |
New Mountain Finance Corp. | | | 1,236,014 | | | | 17,514,319 | | |
Total | | | | | 41,394,719 | | |
Total Financials | | | | | 95,786,129 | | |
HEALTH CARE 15.8% | |
Biotechnology 1.0% | |
AbbVie, Inc. | | | 824,083 | | | | 47,920,426 | | |
Baxalta, Inc. | | | 81,960 | | | | 2,817,785 | | |
Total | | | | | 50,738,211 | | |
Pharmaceuticals 14.8% | |
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. | | | 2,232,756 | | | | 149,616,980 | | |
Eli Lilly & Co. | | | 858,997 | | | | 70,472,114 | | |
GlaxoSmithKline PLC | | | 1,127,950 | | | | 23,027,293 | | |
Johnson & Johnson | | | 1,792,546 | | | | 181,477,357 | | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | | | 1,818,332 | | | | 96,389,779 | | |
Pfizer, Inc. | | | 5,702,907 | | | | 186,884,262 | | |
Total | | | | | 707,867,785 | | |
Total Health Care | | | | | 758,605,996 | | |
INDUSTRIALS 5.6% | |
Aerospace & Defense 3.4% | |
BAE Systems PLC | | | 3,696,429 | | | | 28,754,525 | | |
Lockheed Martin Corp. | | | 612,472 | | | | 134,229,364 | | |
Total | | | | | 162,983,889 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Commercial Services & Supplies 0.7% | |
RR Donnelley & Sons Co. | | | 1,998,840 | | | | 32,161,336 | | |
Industrial Conglomerates 1.3% | |
General Electric Co. | | | 2,086,574 | | | | 62,472,025 | | |
Trading Companies & Distributors 0.2% | |
Fly Leasing Ltd., ADR | | | 756,434 | | | | 10,408,532 | | |
Total Industrials | | | | | 268,025,782 | | |
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 14.1% | |
Communications Equipment 3.3% | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 5,823,158 | | | | 158,681,055 | | |
IT Services 0.6% | |
Paychex, Inc. | | | 476,650 | | | | 25,858,262 | | |
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 3.8% | |
Intel Corp. | | | 4,804,952 | | | | 167,068,181 | | |
Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. | | | 416,939 | | | | 16,164,725 | | |
Total | | | | | 183,232,906 | | |
Software 5.2% | |
Microsoft Corp. | | | 4,576,774 | | | | 248,747,667 | | |
Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 1.2% | |
HP, Inc. | | | 884,727 | | | | 11,094,477 | | |
Seagate Technology PLC | | | 1,273,483 | | | | 45,768,979 | | |
Total | | | | | 56,863,456 | | |
Total Information Technology | | | | | 673,383,346 | | |
MATERIALS 2.9% | |
Chemicals 2.0% | |
Dow Chemical Co. (The) | | | 1,134,743 | | | | 59,154,153 | | |
Eastman Chemical Co. | | | 86,654 | | | | 6,295,413 | | |
EI du Pont de Nemours & Co. | | | 412,654 | | | | 27,788,120 | | |
PPG Industries, Inc. | | | 41,222 | | | | 4,358,814 | | |
Total | | | | | 97,596,500 | | |
Metals & Mining 0.4% | |
Nucor Corp. | | | 478,050 | | | | 19,815,172 | | |
Paper & Forest Products 0.5% | |
International Paper Co. | | | 528,138 | | | | 22,092,013 | | |
Total Materials | | | | | 139,503,685 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 8.5% | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services 7.5% | |
AT&T, Inc. | | | 6,702,371 | | | | 225,668,832 | | |
BCE, Inc. | | | 889,923 | | | | 38,320,084 | | |
CenturyLink, Inc. | | | 2,430,065 | | | | 65,441,650 | | |
Orange SA | | | 1,754,234 | | | | 30,322,204 | | |
Total | | | | | 359,752,770 | | |
Wireless Telecommunication Services 1.0% | |
Vodafone Group PLC | | | 4,504,994 | | | | 15,215,288 | | |
Vodafone Group PLC, ADR | | | 988,263 | | | | 33,166,106 | | |
Total | | | | | 48,381,394 | | |
Total Telecommunication Services | | | | | 408,134,164 | | |
UTILITIES 6.4% | |
Electric Utilities 3.8% | |
American Electric Power Co., Inc. | | | 402,765 | | | | 22,558,868 | | |
Duke Energy Corp. | | | 684,071 | | | | 46,352,651 | | |
Exelon Corp. | | | 1,306,212 | | | | 35,672,650 | | |
PPL Corp. | | | 1,047,080 | | | | 35,642,603 | | |
Xcel Energy, Inc. | | | 1,186,764 | | | | 42,320,004 | | |
Total | | | | | 182,546,776 | | |
Multi-Utilities 2.6% | |
Ameren Corp. | | | 742,245 | | | | 32,480,641 | | |
CMS Energy Corp. | | | 308,526 | | | | 10,804,581 | | |
DTE Energy Co. | | | 225,043 | | | | 18,113,711 | | |
PG&E Corp. | | | 473,318 | | | | 24,958,058 | | |
Sempra Energy | | | 384,683 | | | | 38,172,094 | | |
Total | | | | | 124,529,085 | | |
Total Utilities | | | | | 307,075,861 | | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost: $4,055,874,948) | | | | | 4,463,146,008 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Equity-Linked Notes 5.5%
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Credit Suisse AG(c) (linked to common stock of Eli Lilly & Co.) 12/30/15 | | | 8.000 | % | | | 484,169 | | | | 39,779,325 | | |
(linked to common stock of Phillips 66) 12/17/15 | | | 11.800 | % | | | 182,815 | | | | 15,890,280 | | |
Deutsche Bank AG (linked to common stock of Intel Corp.)(c) 12/04/15 | | | 9.610 | % | | | 360,920 | | | | 10,919,995 | | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)(c) (linked to common stock of Charles Schwab Corp. (The)) 12/22/15 | | | 6.050 | % | | | 750,000 | | | | 25,039,650 | | |
(linked to common stock of General Electric Co.) 12/31/15 | | | 9.550 | % | | | 582,860 | | | | 15,935,684 | | |
Goldman Sachs International(c) (linked to common stock of Dow Chemical Co. (The)) 02/25/16 | | | 10.000 | % | | | 369,415 | | | | 19,166,765 | | |
(linked to common stock of Eastman Chemical Co.) 02/25/16 | | | 7.650 | % | | | 182,570 | | | | 13,188,711 | | |
(linked to common stock of Medtronic PLC) 01/21/16 | | | 6.550 | % | | | 340,130 | | | | 24,849,796 | | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank NA(c) (linked to common stock of Blackstone Group LP (The)) 02/23/16 | | | 15.360 | % | | | 670,592 | | | | 21,298,002 | | |
(linked to common stock of EI du Pont de Nemours & Co.) 02/23/16 | | | 6.450 | % | | | 578,015 | | | | 38,963,991 | | |
Equity-Linked Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
UBS AG (linked to common stock of KKR & Co. LP)(c) 02/25/16 | | | 20.650 | % | | | 1,330,490 | | | | 22,245,793 | | |
Wells Fargo Bank NA (linked to common stock of PPG Industries, Inc.)(c) 02/23/16 | | | 4.390 | % | | | 143,779 | | | | 15,121,237 | | |
Total Equity-Linked Notes (Cost: $257,555,388) | | | | | | | 262,399,229 | | |
Money Market Funds 1.7%
| | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(d)(e) | | | 82,820,963 | | | | 82,820,963 | | |
Total Money Market Funds (Cost: $82,820,963) | | | | | 82,820,963 | | |
Total Investments (Cost: $4,396,251,299) | | | | | 4,808,366,200 | | |
Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | (21,161,806 | ) | |
Net Assets | | | | | 4,787,204,394 | | |
Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) Identifies securities considered by the Investment Manager to be illiquid and may be difficult to sell. The aggregate value of such securities at November 30, 2015 was $29, which represents less than 0.01% of net assets. Information concerning such security holdings at November 30, 2015 is as follows:
Security Description | | Acquisition Dates | | Cost ($) | |
Enbridge Energy Management LLC | | 04/22/2009 | | | 11 | | |
(b) Non-income producing investment.
(c) Represents privately placed and other securities and instruments exempt from SEC registration (collectively, private placements), such as Section 4(a)(2) and Rule 144A eligible securities, which are often sold only to qualified institutional buyers. The Fund may invest in private placements determined to be liquid as well as those determined to be illiquid. Private placements may be determined to be liquid under guidelines established by the Fund's Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $262,399,229 or 5.48% of net assets.
(d) The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015.
(e) As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows:
Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | Purchase Cost ($) | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | Ending Cost ($) | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 139,232,782 | | | | 1,498,904,265 | | | | (1,555,316,084 | ) | | | 82,820,963 | | | | 53,377 | | | | 82,820,963 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
ADR American Depositary Receipt
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
> Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.
> Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).
> Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
Foreign equity securities actively traded in markets where there is a significant delay in the local close relative to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) are classified as Level 2. The values of these securities may include an adjustment to reflect the impact of significant market movements following the close of local trading, as described in Note 2 to the financial statements — Security Valuation.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at November 30, 2015:
| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets ($) | | Level 2 Other Significant Observable Inputs ($) | | Level 3 Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | Total ($) | |
Investments | |
Common Stocks | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 159,947,216 | | | | 37,908,389 | | | | — | | | | 197,855,605 | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 680,344,705 | | | | 111,876,647 | | | | — | | | | 792,221,352 | | |
Energy | | | 790,145,313 | | | | 32,408,775 | | | | — | | | | 822,554,088 | | |
Financials | | | 95,786,129 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 95,786,129 | | |
Health Care | | | 735,578,703 | | | | 23,027,293 | | | | — | | | | 758,605,996 | | |
Industrials | | | 239,271,257 | | | | 28,754,525 | | | | — | | | | 268,025,782 | | |
Information Technology | | | 673,383,346 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 673,383,346 | | |
Materials | | | 139,503,685 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 139,503,685 | | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 362,596,672 | | | | 45,537,492 | | | | — | | | | 408,134,164 | | |
Utilities | | | 307,075,861 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 307,075,861 | | |
Total Common Stocks | | | 4,183,632,887 | | | | 279,513,121 | | | | — | | | | 4,463,146,008 | | |
Equity-Linked Notes | | | — | | | | 262,399,229 | | | | — | | | | 262,399,229 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 82,820,963 | | | | — | | | | 82,820,963 | | |
Total Investments | | | 4,183,632,887 | | | | 624,733,313 | | | | — | | | | 4,808,366,200 | | |
See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available. These assets include certain foreign securities for which a third party statistical pricing service may be employed for purposes of fair market valuation. The model utilized by such third party statistical pricing service takes into account a security's correlation to available market data including, but not limited to, intraday index, ADR, and exchange-traded fund movements.
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
Transfers In | | Transfers Out | |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | |
| — | | | | 139,232,782 | | | | 139,232,782 | | | | — | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Assets | |
Investments, at value | |
Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $4,313,430,336) | | $ | 4,725,545,237 | | |
Affiliated issuers (identified cost $82,820,963) | | | 82,820,963 | | |
Total investments (identified cost $4,396,251,299) | | | 4,808,366,200 | | |
Foreign currency (identified cost $201,595) | | | 200,697 | | |
Receivable for: | |
Investments sold | | | 39,448,486 | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 2,039,028 | | |
Dividends | | | 20,739,105 | | |
Interest | | | 79,647 | | |
Foreign tax reclaims | | | 2,062,808 | | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 16,428 | | |
Other assets | | | 18,437 | | |
Total assets | | | 4,872,970,836 | | |
Liabilities | |
Due to custodian | | | 1,281,855 | | |
Payable for: | |
Investments purchased | | | 73,622,008 | | |
Capital shares purchased | | | 9,512,344 | | |
Investment management fees | | | 234,597 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 101,127 | | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 671,346 | | |
Plan administration fees | | | 1,015 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 175,148 | | |
Other expenses | | | 167,002 | | |
Total liabilities | | | 85,766,442 | | |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 4,787,204,394 | | |
Represented by | |
Paid-in capital | | $ | 4,386,020,188 | | |
Undistributed net investment income | | | 36,776,318 | | |
Accumulated net realized loss | | | (47,495,566 | ) | |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | 412,114,901 | | |
Foreign currency translations | | | (211,447 | ) | |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 4,787,204,394 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Class A | |
Net assets | | $ | 3,104,046,816 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 340,031,328 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.13 | | |
Maximum offering price per share(a) | | $ | 9.69 | | |
Class B | |
Net assets | | $ | 14,606,747 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,615,641 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.04 | | |
Class C | |
Net assets | | $ | 416,640,502 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 46,529,091 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 8.95 | | |
Class I | |
Net assets | | $ | 131,866,736 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 14,372,428 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.17 | | |
Class K | |
Net assets | | $ | 4,622,910 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 504,143 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.17 | | |
Class R | |
Net assets | | $ | 35,862,839 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 3,931,677 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.12 | | |
Class R4 | |
Net assets | | $ | 121,539,088 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 13,117,813 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.27 | | |
Class R5 | |
Net assets | | $ | 215,607,927 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 23,490,696 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.18 | | |
Class W | |
Net assets | | $ | 87,541 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 9,575 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.14 | | |
Class Y | |
Net assets | | $ | 59,642,533 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 6,424,171 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.28 | | |
Class Z | |
Net assets | | $ | 682,680,755 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 74,506,582 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.16 | | |
(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Net investment income | |
Income: | |
Dividends — unaffiliated issuers | | $ | 102,749,818 | | |
Dividends — affiliated issuers | | | 53,377 | | |
Interest | | | 13,316,284 | | |
Foreign taxes withheld | | | (2,357,414 | ) | |
Total income | | | 113,762,065 | | |
Expenses: | |
Investment management fees | | | 15,351,722 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | |
Class A | | | 4,213,965 | | |
Class B | | | 91,358 | | |
Class C | | | 2,183,651 | | |
Class R | | | 88,263 | | |
Class W | | | 124 | | |
Transfer agent fees | |
Class A | | | 2,476,136 | | |
Class B | | | 13,446 | | |
Class C | | | 320,721 | | |
Class K | | | 1,155 | | |
Class R | | | 25,921 | | |
Class R4 | | | 104,980 | | |
Class R5 | | | 59,482 | | |
Class W | | | 73 | | |
Class Z | | | 557,476 | | |
Plan administration fees | |
Class K | | | 5,789 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 37,050 | | |
Custodian fees | | | 63,512 | | |
Printing and postage fees | | | 201,060 | | |
Registration fees | | | 100,948 | | |
Audit fees | | | 11,948 | | |
Legal fees | | | 26,698 | | |
Line of credit interest expense | | | 6,642 | | |
Other | | | 93,079 | | |
Total expenses | | | 26,035,199 | | |
Expense reductions | | | (40 | ) | |
Total net expenses | | | 26,035,159 | | |
Net investment income | | | 87,726,906 | | |
Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investments | | | (38,601,359 | ) | |
Foreign currency translations | | | (638,749 | ) | |
Net realized loss | | | (39,240,108 | ) | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | (237,261,268 | ) | |
Foreign currency translations | | | (135,766 | ) | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (237,397,034 | ) | |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (276,637,142 | ) | |
Net decrease in net assets from operations | | $ | (188,910,236 | ) | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
Operations | |
Net investment income | | $ | 87,726,906 | | | $ | 191,118,326 | | |
Net realized gain (loss) | | | (39,240,108 | ) | | | 330,108,755 | | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (237,397,034 | ) | | | (173,957,262 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (188,910,236 | ) | | | 347,269,819 | | |
Distributions to shareholders | |
Net investment income | |
Class A | | | (59,031,881 | ) | | | (111,039,822 | ) | |
Class B | | | (269,848 | ) | | | (684,891 | ) | |
Class C | | | (6,040,581 | ) | | | (9,801,457 | ) | |
Class I | | | (2,853,157 | ) | | | (6,382,606 | ) | |
Class K | | | (81,464 | ) | | | (127,233 | ) | |
Class R | | | (560,899 | ) | | | (878,182 | ) | |
Class R4 | | | (2,745,732 | ) | | | (3,025,381 | ) | |
Class R5 | | | (4,437,476 | ) | | | (9,799,933 | ) | |
Class W | | | (1,738 | ) | | | (4,231 | ) | |
Class Y | | | (1,107,353 | ) | | | (1,652,015 | ) | |
Class Z | | | (14,252,156 | ) | | | (31,993,008 | ) | |
Net realized gains | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (487,892,132 | ) | |
Class B | | | — | | | | (3,935,534 | ) | |
Class C | | | — | | | | (59,122,770 | ) | |
Class I | | | — | | | | (25,909,980 | ) | |
Class K | | | — | | | | (534,237 | ) | |
Class R | | | — | | | | (4,214,256 | ) | |
Class R4 | | | — | | | | (12,696,890 | ) | |
Class R5 | | | — | | | | (35,680,232 | ) | |
Class W | | | — | | | | (14,676 | ) | |
Class Y | | | — | | | | (7,820,636 | ) | |
Class Z | | | — | | | | (133,134,816 | ) | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (91,382,285 | ) | | | (946,344,918 | ) | |
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (757,480,111 | ) | | | 235,530,304 | | |
Total decrease in net assets | | | (1,037,772,632 | ) | | | (363,544,795 | ) | |
Net assets at beginning of period | | | 5,824,977,026 | | | | 6,188,521,821 | | |
Net assets at end of period | | $ | 4,787,204,394 | | | $ | 5,824,977,026 | | |
Undistributed net investment income | | $ | 36,776,318 | | | $ | 40,431,697 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | |
Class A shares | |
Subscriptions(a) | | | 17,623,996 | | | | 159,669,416 | | | | 56,268,247 | | | | 573,876,315 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 6,437,403 | | | | 57,657,180 | | | | 62,971,912 | | | | 586,232,827 | | |
Redemptions | | | (75,742,242 | ) | | | (686,958,869 | ) | | | (103,329,427 | ) | | | (1,039,171,166 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (51,680,843 | ) | | | (469,632,273 | ) | | | 15,910,732 | | | | 120,937,976 | | |
Class B shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 7,504 | | | | 66,931 | | | | 111,489 | | | | 1,127,641 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 29,827 | | | | 266,616 | | | | 495,699 | | | | 4,568,531 | | |
Redemptions(a) | | | (1,061,318 | ) | | | (9,698,532 | ) | | | (1,673,095 | ) | | | (16,824,884 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (1,023,987 | ) | | | (9,364,985 | ) | | | (1,065,907 | ) | | | (11,128,712 | ) | |
Class C shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 2,018,936 | | | | 17,922,278 | | | | 9,445,250 | | | | 94,044,121 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 622,370 | | | | 5,463,202 | | | | 6,769,567 | | | | 61,681,876 | | |
Redemptions | | | (5,953,613 | ) | | | (52,871,060 | ) | | | (8,797,941 | ) | | | (86,301,470 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (3,312,307 | ) | | | (29,485,580 | ) | | | 7,416,876 | | | | 69,424,527 | | |
Class I shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 3,517,690 | | | | 30,746,194 | | | | 368,325 | | | | 4,002,730 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 315,550 | | | | 2,853,108 | | | | 3,449,054 | | | | 32,292,130 | | |
Redemptions | | | (7,687,664 | ) | | | (71,486,753 | ) | | | (4,792,288 | ) | | | (45,675,612 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (3,854,424 | ) | | | (37,887,451 | ) | | | (974,909 | ) | | | (9,380,752 | ) | |
Class K shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 75,147 | | | | 672,836 | | | | 87,048 | | | | 874,910 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 8,855 | | | | 79,536 | | | | 70,724 | | | | 661,469 | | |
Redemptions | | | (67,483 | ) | | | (594,929 | ) | | | (76,340 | ) | | | (786,618 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 16,519 | | | | 157,443 | | | | 81,432 | | | | 749,761 | | |
Class R shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 678,222 | | | | 6,160,725 | | | | 1,697,508 | | | | 17,176,296 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 54,914 | | | | 490,550 | | | | 471,470 | | | | 4,381,339 | | |
Redemptions | | | (611,074 | ) | | | (5,531,346 | ) | | | (1,317,236 | ) | | | (13,380,753 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 122,062 | | | | 1,119,929 | | | | 851,742 | | | | 8,176,882 | | |
Class R4 shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 7,421,077 | | | | 71,176,407 | | | | 6,279,672 | | | | 64,396,602 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 241,263 | | | | 2,190,780 | | | | 1,665,944 | | | | 15,716,266 | | |
Redemptions | | | (6,492,285 | ) | | | (59,494,150 | ) | | | (3,354,351 | ) | | | (33,646,191 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 1,170,055 | | | | 13,873,037 | | | | 4,591,265 | | | | 46,466,677 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA DIVIDEND OPPORTUNITY FUND
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity (continued) | |
Class R5 shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 3,993,726 | | | | 37,224,716 | | | | 12,158,402 | | | | 123,324,319 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 441,375 | | | | 3,960,003 | | | | 4,092,081 | | | | 38,421,031 | | |
Redemptions | | | (7,521,137 | ) | | | (67,599,860 | ) | | | (18,611,700 | ) | | | (189,157,494 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (3,086,036 | ) | | | (26,415,141 | ) | | | (2,361,217 | ) | | | (27,412,144 | ) | |
Class W shares | |
Subscriptions | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1 | | | | 5 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 189 | | | | 1,698 | | | | 1,971 | | | | 18,499 | | |
Redemptions | | | (2,416 | ) | | | (21,925 | ) | | | (9,016 | ) | | | (96,343 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (2,227 | ) | | | (20,227 | ) | | | (7,044 | ) | | | (77,839 | ) | |
Class Y shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 1,196,378 | | | | 10,671,574 | | | | 3,632,932 | | | | 38,911,397 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 122,008 | | | | 1,107,353 | | | | 1,005,193 | | | | 9,472,651 | | |
Redemptions | | | (1,080,085 | ) | | | (10,024,243 | ) | | | (1,993,866 | ) | | | (19,872,839 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 238,301 | | | | 1,754,684 | | | | 2,644,259 | | | | 28,511,209 | | |
Class Z shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 6,310,761 | | | | 57,545,035 | | | | 28,004,897 | | | | 290,187,628 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 1,330,423 | | | | 11,971,286 | | | | 14,954,064 | | | | 139,735,550 | | |
Redemptions | | | (29,596,396 | ) | | | (271,095,868 | ) | | | (42,005,814 | ) | | | (420,660,459 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (21,955,212 | ) | | | (201,579,547 | ) | | | 953,147 | | | | 9,262,719 | | |
Total net increase (decrease) | | | (83,368,099 | ) | | | (757,480,111 | ) | | | 28,040,376 | | | | 235,530,304 | | |
(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended June 30, | |
Class A | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.58 | | | $ | 10.67 | | | $ | 9.83 | | | $ | 8.14 | | | $ | 8.31 | | | $ | 6.31 | | | $ | 5.58 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.31 | | | | 0.28 | | | | 0.30 | | | | 0.26 | | | | 0.31 | | | | 0.23 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.45 | ) | | | 0.23 | | | | 1.34 | | | | 1.69 | | | | (0.22 | ) | | | 1.98 | | | | 0.76 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.29 | ) | | | 0.54 | | | | 1.62 | | | | 1.99 | | | | 0.04 | | | | 2.29 | | | | 0.99 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | | | (0.28 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.34 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (1.63 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.13 | | | $ | 9.58 | | | $ | 10.67 | | | $ | 9.83 | | | $ | 8.14 | | | $ | 8.31 | | | $ | 6.31 | | |
Total return | | | (2.99 | %) | | | 5.82 | % | | | 17.30 | % | | | 25.05 | % | | | 0.58 | % | | | 36.74 | % | | | 17.60 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.01 | %(c)(d) | | | 1.00 | % | | | 1.01 | % | | | 1.05 | % | | | 1.08 | %(c) | | | 1.16 | % | | | 1.20 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.01 | %(c)(d)(f) | | | 1.00 | %(f) | | | 1.01 | %(f) | | | 1.05 | %(f) | | | 1.08 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.16 | % | | | 1.16 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 3.38 | %(c) | | | 3.08 | % | | | 2.75 | % | | | 3.32 | % | | | 3.49 | %(c) | | | 4.01 | % | | | 3.51 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 3,104,047 | | | $ | 3,754,040 | | | $ | 4,011,117 | | | $ | 3,705,617 | | | $ | 2,660,013 | | | $ | 1,630,280 | | | $ | 883,208 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 47 | % | | | 78 | % | | | 73 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 105 | % | | | 23 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from July 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from June 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended June 30, | |
Class B | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.49 | | | $ | 10.58 | | | $ | 9.76 | | | $ | 8.08 | | | $ | 8.26 | | | $ | 6.27 | | | $ | 5.54 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.27 | | | | 0.18 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.45 | ) | | | 0.23 | | | | 1.32 | | | | 1.69 | | | | (0.22 | ) | | | 1.95 | | | | 0.76 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.33 | ) | | | 0.46 | | | | 1.52 | | | | 1.92 | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 2.22 | | | | 0.94 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.34 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (1.55 | ) | | | (0.70 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.04 | | | $ | 9.49 | | | $ | 10.58 | | | $ | 9.76 | | | $ | 8.08 | | | $ | 8.26 | | | $ | 6.27 | | |
Total return | | | (3.40 | %) | | | 5.05 | % | | | 16.33 | % | | | 24.21 | % | | | (0.14 | %) | | | 35.72 | % | | | 16.79 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.76 | %(c)(d) | | | 1.75 | % | | | 1.76 | % | | | 1.80 | % | | | 1.83 | %(c) | | | 1.92 | % | | | 1.96 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.76 | %(c)(d)(f) | | | 1.75 | %(f) | | | 1.76 | %(f) | | | 1.80 | %(f) | | | 1.83 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.91 | % | | | 1.92 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 2.65 | %(c) | | | 2.29 | % | | | 1.98 | % | | | 2.58 | % | | | 2.68 | %(c) | | | 3.50 | % | | | 2.73 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 14,607 | | | $ | 25,055 | | | $ | 39,217 | | | $ | 53,428 | | | $ | 56,776 | | | $ | 65,777 | | | $ | 68,145 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 47 | % | | | 78 | % | | | 73 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 105 | % | | | 23 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from July 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from June 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended June 30, | |
Class C | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.40 | | | $ | 10.50 | | | $ | 9.68 | | | $ | 8.02 | | | $ | 8.22 | | | $ | 6.25 | | | $ | 5.53 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.25 | | | | 0.18 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.45 | ) | | | 0.22 | | | | 1.32 | | | | 1.68 | | | | (0.23 | ) | | | 1.96 | | | | 0.76 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.33 | ) | | | 0.45 | | | | 1.52 | | | | 1.91 | | | | (0.03 | ) | | | 2.21 | | | | 0.94 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.25 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.34 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (1.55 | ) | | | (0.70 | ) | | | (0.25 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 8.95 | | | $ | 9.40 | | | $ | 10.50 | | | $ | 9.68 | | | $ | 8.02 | | | $ | 8.22 | | | $ | 6.25 | | |
Total return | | | (3.43 | %) | | | 5.00 | % | | | 16.46 | % | | | 24.25 | % | | | (0.25 | %) | | | 35.71 | % | | | 16.77 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.76 | %(c)(d) | | | 1.75 | % | | | 1.76 | % | | | 1.80 | % | | | 1.84 | %(c) | | | 1.91 | % | | | 1.95 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.76 | %(c)(d)(f) | | | 1.75 | %(f) | | | 1.76 | %(f) | | | 1.80 | %(f) | | | 1.84 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.90 | % | | | 1.91 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 2.63 | %(c) | | | 2.35 | % | | | 2.06 | % | | | 2.56 | % | | | 2.76 | %(c) | | | 3.26 | % | | | 2.77 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 416,641 | | | $ | 468,629 | | | $ | 445,402 | | | $ | 313,275 | | | $ | 143,150 | | | $ | 52,281 | | | $ | 21,354 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 47 | % | | | 78 | % | | | 73 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 105 | % | | | 23 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from July 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from June 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended June 30, | |
Class I | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.63 | | | $ | 10.72 | | | $ | 9.87 | | | $ | 8.17 | | | $ | 8.34 | | | $ | 6.32 | | | $ | 5.59 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.35 | | | | 0.31 | | | | 0.34 | | | | 0.29 | | | | 0.35 | | | | 0.26 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | 0.23 | | | | 1.36 | | | | 1.70 | | | | (0.23 | ) | | | 1.99 | | | | 0.76 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.28 | ) | | | 0.58 | | | | 1.67 | | | | 2.04 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 2.34 | | | | 1.02 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.34 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (1.67 | ) | | | (0.82 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.17 | | | $ | 9.63 | | | $ | 10.72 | | | $ | 9.87 | | | $ | 8.17 | | | $ | 8.34 | | | $ | 6.32 | | |
Total return | | | (2.88 | %) | | | 6.23 | % | | | 17.83 | % | | | 25.59 | % | | | 0.90 | % | | | 37.51 | % | | | 18.06 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.61 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.60 | % | | | 0.60 | % | | | 0.62 | % | | | 0.66 | %(c) | | | 0.75 | % | | | 0.75 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.61 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.60 | % | | | 0.60 | % | | | 0.62 | % | | | 0.66 | %(c) | | | 0.75 | % | | | 0.72 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 3.81 | %(c) | | | 3.46 | % | | | 3.08 | % | | | 3.76 | % | | | 3.90 | %(c) | | | 4.58 | % | | | 3.94 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 131,867 | | | $ | 175,535 | | | $ | 205,817 | | | $ | 311,786 | | | $ | 306,301 | | | $ | 232,481 | | | $ | 165,701 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 47 | % | | | 78 | % | | | 73 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 105 | % | | | 23 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from July 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from June 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended June 30, | |
Class K | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.63 | | | $ | 10.71 | | | $ | 9.87 | | | $ | 8.17 | | | $ | 8.34 | | | $ | 6.33 | | | $ | 5.59 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.33 | | | | 0.29 | | | | 0.31 | | | | 0.27 | | | | 0.32 | | | | 0.24 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | 0.23 | | | | 1.34 | | | | 1.71 | | | | (0.23 | ) | | | 1.99 | | | | 0.77 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.30 | ) | | | 0.56 | | | | 1.63 | | | | 2.02 | | | | 0.04 | | | | 2.31 | | | | 1.01 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.34 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (1.64 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.17 | | | $ | 9.63 | | | $ | 10.71 | | | $ | 9.87 | | | $ | 8.17 | | | $ | 8.34 | | | $ | 6.33 | | |
Total return | | | (3.03 | %) | | | 6.01 | % | | | 17.37 | % | | | 25.25 | % | | | 0.68 | % | | | 36.95 | % | | | 17.90 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.92 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.90 | % | | | 0.91 | % | | | 0.90 | % | | | 0.94 | %(c) | | | 1.01 | % | | | 1.06 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.92 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.90 | % | | | 0.91 | % | | | 0.90 | % | | | 0.94 | %(c) | | | 1.01 | % | | | 1.02 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 3.49 | %(c) | | | 3.21 | % | | | 2.88 | % | | | 3.47 | % | | | 3.60 | %(c) | | | 4.05 | % | | | 3.65 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 4,623 | | | $ | 4,694 | | | $ | 4,352 | | | $ | 3,972 | | | $ | 3,656 | | | $ | 3,795 | | | $ | 1,456 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 47 | % | | | 78 | % | | | 73 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 105 | % | | | 23 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from July 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from June 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended June 30, | |
Class R | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.58 | | | $ | 10.66 | | | $ | 9.83 | | | $ | 8.14 | | | $ | 8.33 | | | $ | 6.32 | | | $ | 5.59 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.29 | | | | 0.26 | | | | 0.28 | | | | 0.25 | | | | 0.29 | | | | 0.25 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.45 | ) | | | 0.23 | | | | 1.32 | | | | 1.70 | | | | (0.24 | ) | | | 1.99 | | | | 0.72 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.31 | ) | | | 0.52 | | | | 1.58 | | | | 1.98 | | | | 0.01 | | | | 2.28 | | | | 0.97 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.25 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.34 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (1.60 | ) | | | (0.75 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.12 | | | $ | 9.58 | | | $ | 10.66 | | | $ | 9.83 | | | $ | 8.14 | | | $ | 8.33 | | | $ | 6.32 | | |
Total return | | | (3.22 | %) | | | 5.65 | % | | | 16.89 | % | | | 24.84 | % | | | 0.31 | % | | | 36.53 | % | | | 17.19 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.26 | %(c)(d) | | | 1.25 | % | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.30 | % | | | 1.32 | %(c) | | | 1.42 | % | | | 1.58 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.26 | %(c)(d)(f) | | | 1.25 | %(f) | | | 1.26 | %(f) | | | 1.30 | %(f) | | | 1.32 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.42 | % | | | 1.51 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 3.14 | %(c) | | | 2.87 | % | | | 2.61 | % | | | 3.05 | % | | | 3.36 | %(c) | | | 3.79 | % | | | 3.76 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 35,863 | | | $ | 36,480 | | | $ | 31,544 | | | $ | 17,375 | | | $ | 5,365 | | | $ | 464 | | | $ | 196 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 47 | % | | | 78 | % | | | 73 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 105 | % | | | 23 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from July 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from June 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R4 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.73 | | | $ | 10.81 | | | $ | 9.95 | | | $ | 8.62 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.35 | | | | 0.33 | | | | 0.20 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | 0.23 | | | | 1.33 | | | | 1.31 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.29 | ) | | | 0.58 | | | | 1.66 | | | | 1.51 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.34 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (1.66 | ) | | | (0.80 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.27 | | | $ | 9.73 | | | $ | 10.81 | | | $ | 9.95 | | |
Total return | | | (2.93 | %) | | | 6.11 | % | | | 17.57 | % | | | 17.71 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.76 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.75 | % | | | 0.77 | % | | | 0.83 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.76 | %(c)(d)(f) | | | 0.75 | %(f) | | | 0.77 | %(f) | | | 0.83 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 3.67 | %(c) | | | 3.39 | % | | | 3.23 | % | | | 3.64 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 121,539 | | | $ | 116,211 | | | $ | 79,510 | | | $ | 12,222 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 47 | % | | | 78 | % | | | 73 | % | | | 62 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended June 30, | |
Class R5 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.64 | | | $ | 10.72 | | | $ | 9.88 | | | $ | 8.17 | | | $ | 8.34 | | | $ | 6.33 | | | $ | 5.59 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.35 | | | | 0.32 | | | | 0.33 | | | | 0.29 | | | | 0.32 | | | | 0.28 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.45 | ) | | | 0.24 | | | | 1.34 | | | | 1.72 | | | | (0.23 | ) | | | 2.01 | | | | 0.75 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.28 | ) | | | 0.59 | | | | 1.66 | | | | 2.05 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 2.33 | | | | 1.03 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.34 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (1.67 | ) | | | (0.82 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.18 | | | $ | 9.64 | | | $ | 10.72 | | | $ | 9.88 | | | $ | 8.17 | | | $ | 8.34 | | | $ | 6.33 | | |
Total return | | | (2.90 | %) | | | 6.29 | % | | | 17.65 | % | | | 25.68 | % | | | 0.89 | % | | | 37.27 | % | | | 18.20 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.66 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.65 | % | | | 0.65 | % | | | 0.66 | % | | | 0.67 | %(c) | | | 0.75 | % | | | 0.82 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.66 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.65 | % | | | 0.65 | % | | | 0.66 | % | | | 0.67 | %(c) | | | 0.75 | % | | | 0.78 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 3.72 | %(c) | | | 3.41 | % | | | 3.19 | % | | | 3.52 | % | | | 3.88 | %(c) | | | 3.95 | % | | | 4.05 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 215,608 | | | $ | 256,079 | | | $ | 310,352 | | | $ | 191,577 | | | $ | 30,819 | | | $ | 21,589 | | | $ | 968 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 47 | % | | | 78 | % | | | 73 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 105 | % | | | 23 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from July 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from June 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended June 30, | |
Class W | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.60 | | | $ | 10.69 | | | $ | 9.85 | | | $ | 8.15 | | | $ | 8.33 | | | $ | 6.32 | | | $ | 5.59 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.31 | | | | 0.24 | | | | 0.30 | | | | 0.25 | | | | 0.27 | | | | 0.23 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | 0.23 | | | | 1.38 | | | | 1.71 | | | | (0.23 | ) | | | 2.04 | | | | 0.76 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.30 | ) | | | 0.54 | | | | 1.62 | | | | 2.01 | | | | 0.02 | | | | 2.31 | | | | 0.99 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | | | (0.28 | ) | | | (0.31 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.34 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (1.63 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (0.31 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.14 | | | $ | 9.60 | | | $ | 10.69 | | | $ | 9.85 | | | $ | 8.15 | | | $ | 8.33 | | | $ | 6.32 | | |
Total return | | | (3.09 | %) | | | 5.82 | % | | | 17.28 | % | | | 25.19 | % | | | 0.38 | % | | | 36.95 | % | | | 17.55 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.01 | %(c)(d) | | | 1.00 | % | | | 1.01 | % | | | 1.05 | % | | | 1.11 | %(c) | | | 1.14 | % | | | 1.18 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.01 | %(c)(d)(f) | | | 1.00 | %(f) | | | 1.01 | %(f) | | | 1.05 | %(f) | | | 1.11 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.14 | % | | | 1.18 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 3.37 | %(c) | | | 2.99 | % | | | 2.32 | % | | | 3.27 | % | | | 3.42 | %(c) | | | 3.36 | % | | | 3.49 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 88 | | | $ | 113 | | | $ | 201 | | | $ | 128,328 | | | $ | 18,330 | | | $ | 21,260 | | | $ | 4 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 47 | % | | | 78 | % | | | 73 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 105 | % | | | 23 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from July 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from June 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class Y | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.74 | | | $ | 10.83 | | | $ | 9.96 | | | $ | 8.63 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.36 | | | | 0.34 | | | | 0.22 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | 0.22 | | | | 1.35 | | | | 1.29 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.28 | ) | | | 0.58 | | | | 1.69 | | | | 1.51 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.34 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (1.67 | ) | | | (0.82 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.28 | | | $ | 9.74 | | | $ | 10.83 | | | $ | 9.96 | | |
Total return | | | (2.85 | %) | | | 6.17 | % | | | 17.84 | % | | | 17.73 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.61 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.60 | % | | | 0.61 | % | | | 0.71 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.61 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.60 | % | | | 0.61 | % | | | 0.71 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 3.78 | %(c) | | | 3.54 | % | | | 3.29 | % | | | 4.13 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 59,643 | | | $ | 60,275 | | | $ | 38,342 | | | $ | 4,064 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 47 | % | | | 78 | % | | | 73 | % | | | 62 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended | |
Class Z | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | June 30, 2011(b) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.62 | | | $ | 10.71 | | | $ | 9.86 | | | $ | 8.16 | | | $ | 8.34 | | | $ | 7.20 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.34 | | | | 0.30 | | | | 0.32 | | | | 0.28 | | | | 0.24 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | 0.23 | | | | 1.35 | | | | 1.71 | | | | (0.24 | ) | | | 1.14 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.29 | ) | | | 0.57 | | | | 1.65 | | | | 2.03 | | | | 0.04 | | | | 1.38 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.34 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (1.66 | ) | | | (0.80 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.16 | | | $ | 9.62 | | | $ | 10.71 | | | $ | 9.86 | | | $ | 8.16 | | | $ | 8.34 | | |
Total return | | | (2.96 | %) | | | 6.07 | % | | | 17.65 | % | | | 25.42 | % | | | 0.65 | % | | | 19.28 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.76 | %(d)(e) | | | 0.75 | % | | | 0.76 | % | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.84 | %(d) | | | 0.87 | %(d) | |
Total net expenses(f) | | | 0.76 | %(d)(e)(g) | | | 0.75 | %(g) | | | 0.76 | %(g) | | | 0.80 | %(g) | | | 0.84 | %(d)(g) | | | 0.87 | %(d) | |
Net investment income | | | 3.62 | %(d) | | | 3.33 | % | | | 3.00 | % | | | 3.58 | % | | | 3.79 | %(d) | | | 3.98 | %(d) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 682,681 | | | $ | 927,865 | | | $ | 1,022,666 | | | $ | 1,069,240 | | | $ | 671,036 | | | $ | 138,659 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 47 | % | | | 78 | % | | | 73 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 105 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from July 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from June 30 to May 31.
(b) Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(f) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(g) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 1. Organization
Columbia Dividend Opportunity Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class W, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.
Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.
Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.
Debt securities generally are valued by pricing services approved by the Board of Trustees (the Board) based upon market transactions for normal, institutional-size trading units of similar securities. The services may use various pricing techniques that take into account, as applicable, factors such as yield, quality, coupon rate, maturity, type of issue, trading characteristics and other data, as well as broker quotes. Debt securities for which quotations are not readily available or not believed to be reflective of market value may also be valued based upon a bid quote from an approved independent broker-dealer. Debt securities maturing in 60 days or less are valued primarily at amortized cost value, unless this method results in a valuation that management believes does not approximate market value.
Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board, including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations
The values of all assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are generally translated into U.S. dollars at exchange rates determined at the close of the NYSE. Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions and translations include gains (losses) arising from the fluctuation in exchange rates between trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, gains (losses) arising from the disposition of foreign currency and currency gains (losses) between the accrual and payment dates on dividends, interest income and foreign withholding taxes.
For financial statement purposes, the Fund does not distinguish that portion of gains (losses) on investments which is due to changes in foreign exchange rates from that which is due to changes in market prices of the investments. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments in the Statement of Operations.
Equity-Linked Notes
The Fund may invest in equity-linked notes (ELNs). An ELN is a debt instrument whose value is based on the value of a single equity security, basket of equity securities or an index of equity securities (each, an Underlying Equity). An ELN typically provides interest income, thereby offering a yield advantage over investing directly in an Underlying Equity. However, the holder of an ELN may have limited or no benefit from any appreciation
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
in the Underlying Equity, but is exposed to various risks, including, without limitation, volatility, issuer and market risk. The Fund may purchase ELNs that trade on a securities exchange or those that trade on the over-the-counter markets, including securities offered and sold under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The Fund may also purchase an ELN in a privately negotiated transaction with the issuer of the ELN (or its broker-dealer affiliate).
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Interest income is recorded on an accrual basis. Market premiums and discounts, including original issue discounts, are amortized and accreted, respectively, over the expected life of the security on all debt securities, unless otherwise noted.
The Fund may place a debt security on non-accrual status and reduce related interest income when it becomes probable that the interest will not be collected and the amount of uncollectible interest can be reasonably estimated. A defaulted debt security is removed from non-accrual status when the issuer resumes interest payments or when collectibility of interest is reasonably assured.
Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.
The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the
distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.
Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Foreign Taxes
The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.
Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and
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unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid each calendar quarter. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a
wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.72% to 0.52% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.59% of the Fund's average daily net assets.
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $9,681,220, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $840,746.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $4,014.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
Class A | | | 0.15 | % | |
Class B | | | 0.15 | | |
Class C | | | 0.15 | | |
Class K | | | 0.05 | | |
Class R | | | 0.15 | | |
Class R4 | | | 0.15 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | | |
Class W | | | 0.15 | | |
Class Z | | | 0.15 | | |
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the
applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $40.
Plan Administration Fees
Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class A and Class W shares, a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.50% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares (of which up to 0.25% may be used for shareholder services) and a fee at an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares. For Class B and Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $3,116,000 and $980,000 for Class B and Class C shares, respectively. These amounts are based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015, and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. To the extent the unreimbursed expense has been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is reduced.
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $788,667 for Class A, $1,154 for Class B and $15,033 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:
| | Contractual Expense Cap October 1, 2015 Through September 30, 2016 | | Voluntary Expense Cap Prior to October 1, 2015 | |
Class A | | | 1.15 | % | | | 1.13 | % | |
Class B | | | 1.90 | | | | 1.88 | | |
Class C | | | 1.90 | | | | 1.88 | | |
Class I | | | 0.79 | | | | 0.77 | | |
Class K | | | 1.09 | | | | 1.07 | | |
Class R | | | 1.40 | | | | 1.38 | | |
Class R4 | | | 0.90 | | | | 0.88 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.84 | | | | 0.82 | | |
Class W | | | 1.15 | | | | 1.13 | | |
Class Y | | | 0.79 | | | | 0.77 | | |
Class Z | | | 0.90 | | | | 0.88 | | |
The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $4,396,251,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
Unrealized appreciation | | $ | 619,651,000 | | |
Unrealized depreciation | | | (207,536,000 | ) | |
Net unrealized appreciation | | $ | 412,115,000 | | |
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $2,390,058,374 and $3,109,532,124, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan
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Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the average daily loan balance outstanding on days when borrowing existed was $40,220,000 at a weighted average interest rate of 1.19%. Interest expense incurred by the Fund is recorded as a line of credit interest expense in the Statement of Operations. The Fund had no outstanding borrowings at November 30, 2015.
Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, one unaffiliated shareholder of record owned 10.6% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Affiliated shareholders of record owned 54.6% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial
statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 7 above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further,
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although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Dividend Opportunity Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).
On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management
The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.
The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no
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proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance was appropriate in light of the particular management style involved and the particular market environment.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was below the peer universe's median expense ratio shown in the reports. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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November 30, 2015

COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND

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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
Performance Overview | | | 2 | | |
Portfolio Overview | | | 3 | | |
Understanding Your Fund's Expenses | | | 4 | | |
Portfolio of Investments | | | 5 | | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | 18 | | |
Statement of Operations | | | 20 | | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | | | 21 | | |
Financial Highlights | | | 24 | | |
Notes to Financial Statements | | | 35 | | |
Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement | | | 46 | | |
Important Information About This Report | | | 49 | | |
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.
COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Performance Summary
n Columbia High Yield Bond Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -3.33% excluding sales charges for the six-month period ended November 30, 2015.
n The Fund outperformed its benchmark, the Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BofAML) U.S. Cash Pay High Yield Constrained Index, which returned -5.86% for the same time period.
Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015)
| | Inception | | 6 Months Cumulative | | 1 Year | | 5 Years | | 10 Years | |
Class A | | 12/08/83 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -3.33 | | | | -0.42 | | | | 6.41 | | | | 6.95 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -7.95 | | | | -5.20 | | | | 5.35 | | | | 6.44 | | |
Class B | | 03/20/95 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -3.70 | | | | -1.16 | | | | 5.68 | | | | 6.14 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -8.42 | | | | -5.91 | | | | 5.36 | | | | 6.14 | | |
Class C | | 06/26/00 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -3.74 | | | | -1.20 | | | | 5.66 | | | | 6.17 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -4.68 | | | | -2.15 | | | | 5.66 | | | | 6.17 | | |
Class I | | 03/04/04 | | | -3.14 | | | | -0.01 | | | | 6.91 | | | | 7.38 | | |
Class K | | 03/20/95 | | | -3.60 | | | | -0.30 | | | | 6.52 | | | | 7.09 | | |
Class R* | | 12/11/06 | | | -3.44 | | | | -0.65 | | | | 6.22 | | | | 6.66 | | |
Class R4* | | 12/11/06 | | | -3.18 | | | | -0.13 | | | | 6.58 | | | | 7.01 | | |
Class R5* | | 12/11/06 | | | -3.18 | | | | -0.07 | | | | 6.78 | | | | 7.24 | | |
Class W* | | 12/01/06 | | | -3.37 | | | | -0.45 | | | | 6.40 | | | | 6.88 | | |
Class Y* | | 11/08/12 | | | -3.14 | | | | 0.33 | | | | 6.74 | | | | 7.12 | | |
Class Z* | | 09/27/10 | | | -3.21 | | | | -0.17 | | | | 6.75 | | | | 7.09 | | |
BofAML U.S. Cash Pay High Yield Constrained Index | | | | | | | -5.86 | | | | -3.47 | | | | 5.74 | | | | 7.11 | | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 4.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.
The BofAML U.S. Cash Pay High Yield Constrained Index tracks the performance of U.S. dollar-denominated below investment-grade corporate debt, currently in a coupon paying period that is publicly issued in the U.S. domestic market.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Common Stocks | | | 0.0 | (a) | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes | | | 94.1 | | |
Limited Partnerships | | | 0.0 | (a) | |
Money Market Funds | | | 4.8 | | |
Municipal Bonds | | | 0.1 | | |
Senior Loans | | | 1.0 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.
(a) Rounds to zero.
Quality Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
BBB rating | | | 1.5 | | |
BB rating | | | 43.8 | | |
B rating | | | 40.6 | | |
CCC rating | | | 12.5 | | |
CC rating | | | 0.3 | | |
Not rated | | | 1.3 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total fixed income investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
Bond ratings apply to the underlying holdings of the Fund and not the Fund itself and are divided into categories ranging from highest to lowest credit quality, determined by using the average rating of Moody's, S&P and Fitch. When ratings are available from only two rating agencies, the average of the two rating is used. When a rating is available from only one rating agency, that rating is used. When a bond is not rated by any rating agency, it is designated as "Not rated." Credit quality ratings assigned by a rating agency are subjective opinions, not statements of fact, and are subject to change, including daily. The ratings assigned by credit rating agencies are but one of the considerations that the Investment Manager and/or Fund's subadviser incorporates into its credit analysis process, along with such other issuer-specific factors as cash flows, capital structure and leverage ratios, ability to de-leverage (repay) through free cash flow, quality of management, market positioning and access to capital, as well as such security-specific factors as the terms of the security (e.g., interest rate and time to maturity) and the amount and type of any collateral.
Portfolio Management
Jennifer Ponce de Leon
Brian Lavin, CFA
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES
(Unaudited)
As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
| | Account Value at the Beginning of the Period ($) | | Account Value at the End of the Period ($) | | Expenses Paid During the Period ($) | | Fund's Annualized Expense Ratio (%) | |
| | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 966.70 | | | | 1,019.86 | | | | 5.32 | | | | 5.46 | | | | 1.07 | | |
Class B | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 963.00 | | | | 1,016.07 | | | | 9.03 | | | | 9.27 | | | | 1.82 | | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 962.60 | | | | 1,016.07 | | | | 9.03 | | | | 9.27 | | | | 1.82 | | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 968.60 | | | | 1,021.94 | | | | 3.28 | | | | 3.37 | | | | 0.66 | | |
Class K | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 964.00 | | | | 1,020.42 | | | | 4.77 | | | | 4.90 | | | | 0.96 | | |
Class R | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 965.60 | | | | 1,018.60 | | | | 6.56 | | | | 6.73 | | | | 1.32 | | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 968.20 | | | | 1,021.13 | | | | 4.08 | | | | 4.19 | | | | 0.82 | | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 968.20 | | | | 1,021.68 | | | | 3.53 | | | | 3.63 | | | | 0.71 | | |
Class W | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 966.30 | | | | 1,019.86 | | | | 5.32 | | | | 5.46 | | | | 1.07 | | |
Class Y | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 968.60 | | | | 1,021.94 | | | | 3.28 | | | | 3.37 | | | | 0.66 | | |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 967.90 | | | | 1,021.13 | | | | 4.08 | | | | 4.19 | | | | 0.82 | | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
Corporate Bonds & Notes 93.3%
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE 0.6% | |
TransDigm, Inc. 07/15/21 | | | 7.500 | % | | | 2,535,000 | | | | 2,655,412 | | |
07/15/22 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 903,000 | | | | 887,198 | | |
07/15/24 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 3,538,000 | | | | 3,484,930 | | |
TransDigm, Inc.(a) 05/15/25 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 3,866,000 | | | | 3,798,345 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 10,825,885 | | |
AUTOMOTIVE 0.7% | |
Schaeffler Finance BV(a) 05/15/21 | | | 4.250 | % | | | 1,774,000 | | | | 1,778,435 | | |
05/15/21 | | | 4.750 | % | | | 3,449,000 | | | | 3,500,735 | | |
Schaeffler Holding Finance BV PIK(a) 11/15/19 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 3,478,000 | | | | 3,677,985 | | |
ZF North America Capital, Inc.(a) 04/29/22 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 3,321,000 | | | | 3,258,731 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 12,215,886 | | |
BANKING 2.5% | |
Ally Financial, Inc. 02/13/22 | | | 4.125 | % | | | 8,298,000 | | | | 8,277,255 | | |
05/19/22 | | | 4.625 | % | | | 10,106,000 | | | | 10,333,385 | | |
09/30/24 | | | 5.125 | % | | | 2,570,000 | | | | 2,663,034 | | |
03/30/25 | | | 4.625 | % | | | 4,116,000 | | | | 4,116,000 | | |
Subordinated 11/20/25 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 2,226,000 | | | | 2,241,304 | | |
Royal Bank of Scotland Group PLC Subordinated 05/28/24 | | | 5.125 | % | | | 8,152,000 | | | | 8,383,264 | | |
Synovus Financial Corp. 02/15/19 | | | 7.875 | % | | | 8,045,000 | | | | 9,010,400 | | |
Subordinated 06/15/17 | | | 5.125 | % | | | 1,628,000 | | | | 1,684,980 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 46,709,622 | | |
BROKERAGE/ASSET MANAGERS/EXCHANGES 0.6% | |
E*TRADE Financial Corp. 11/15/22 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 4,767,000 | | | | 5,041,102 | | |
09/15/23 | | | 4.625 | % | | | 3,749,000 | | | | 3,852,098 | | |
National Financial Partners Corp.(a) 07/15/21 | | | 9.000 | % | | | 1,429,000 | | | | 1,371,840 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 10,265,040 | | |
BUILDING MATERIALS 2.9% | |
Allegion PLC 09/15/23 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 4,557,000 | | | | 4,716,495 | | |
Allegion US Holding Co., Inc. 10/01/21 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 1,688,000 | | | | 1,738,640 | | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
American Builders & Contractors Supply Co., Inc.(a) 04/15/21 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 6,753,000 | | | | 6,854,295 | | |
12/15/23 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 1,459,000 | | | | 1,479,061 | | |
Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc.(a) 10/01/23 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 1,711,000 | | | | 1,783,717 | | |
Gibraltar Industries, Inc. 02/01/21 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 1,557,000 | | | | 1,603,710 | | |
HD Supply, Inc. 07/15/20 | | | 7.500 | % | | | 9,109,000 | | | | 9,609,995 | | |
07/15/20 | | | 11.500 | % | | | 8,860,000 | | | | 10,011,800 | | |
HD Supply, Inc.(a) 12/15/21 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 3,465,000 | | | | 3,599,269 | | |
NCI Building Systems, Inc.(a) 01/15/23 | | | 8.250 | % | | | 5,148,000 | | | | 5,431,140 | | |
Nortek, Inc. 04/15/21 | | | 8.500 | % | | | 4,798,000 | | | | 4,965,930 | | |
RSI Home Products, Inc.(a) 03/15/23 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 2,821,000 | | | | 2,916,209 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 54,710,261 | | |
CABLE AND SATELLITE 8.8% | |
Altice US Finance I Corp.(a) 07/15/23 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 3,297,000 | | | | 3,297,000 | | |
Altice US Finance II Corp.(a) 07/15/25 | | | 7.750 | % | | | 3,476,000 | | | | 3,345,650 | | |
CCO Holdings LLC/Capital Corp. 03/15/21 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 8,753,000 | | | | 9,059,355 | | |
01/31/22 | | | 6.625 | % | | | 1,594,000 | | | | 1,682,483 | | |
09/30/22 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 267,000 | | | | 268,335 | | |
CCO Holdings LLC/Capital Corp.(a) 05/01/23 | | | 5.125 | % | | | 618,000 | | | | 611,820 | | |
05/01/25 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 4,951,000 | | | | 4,913,867 | | |
05/01/27 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 1,954,000 | | | | 1,939,345 | | |
CCO Safari II LLC(a) 07/23/25 | | | 4.908 | % | | | 4,670,000 | | | | 4,741,101 | | |
CCOH Safari LLC(a) 02/15/26 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 3,324,000 | | | | 3,340,620 | | |
CSC Holdings LLC 02/15/19 | | | 8.625 | % | | | 1,688,000 | | | | 1,815,461 | | |
11/15/21 | | | 6.750 | % | | | 3,659,000 | | | | 3,448,608 | | |
06/01/24 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 4,516,000 | | | | 3,827,310 | | |
Cable One, Inc.(a) 06/15/22 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 2,258,000 | | | | 2,263,645 | | |
Cequel Communications Holdings I LLC/Capital Corp.(a) 09/15/20 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 4,568,000 | | | | 4,465,220 | | |
12/15/21 | | | 5.125 | % | | | 3,721,000 | | | | 3,437,274 | | |
12/15/21 | | | 5.125 | % | | | 2,020,000 | | | | 1,865,975 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
DISH DBS Corp. 09/01/19 | | | 7.875 | % | | | 2,518,000 | | | | 2,713,145 | | |
06/01/21 | | | 6.750 | % | | | 8,584,000 | | | | 8,637,650 | | |
07/15/22 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 1,308,000 | | | | 1,214,805 | | |
11/15/24 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 3,050,000 | | | | 2,729,750 | | |
DigitalGlobe, Inc.(a) 02/01/21 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 5,613,000 | | | | 4,771,050 | | |
Hughes Satellite Systems Corp. 06/15/21 | | | 7.625 | % | | | 5,375,000 | | | | 5,798,819 | | |
Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA 10/15/20 | | | 7.250 | % | | | 3,575,000 | | | | 2,985,125 | | |
04/01/21 | | | 7.500 | % | | | 6,080,000 | | | | 5,046,400 | | |
Intelsat Luxembourg SA 06/01/21 | | | 7.750 | % | | | 1,736,000 | | | | 677,040 | | |
06/01/23 | | | 8.125 | % | | | 4,876,000 | | | | 1,828,500 | | |
Neptune Finco Corp.(a) 01/15/23 | | | 10.125 | % | | | 2,507,000 | | | | 2,619,815 | | |
10/15/25 | | | 6.625 | % | | | 8,693,000 | | | | 9,008,121 | | |
10/15/25 | | | 10.875 | % | | | 9,544,000 | | | | 10,045,060 | | |
Quebecor Media, Inc. 01/15/23 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 1,914,000 | | | | 1,928,355 | | |
Sirius XM Radio, Inc.(a) 04/15/25 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 6,340,000 | | | | 6,276,600 | | |
UPCB Finance IV Ltd.(a) 01/15/25 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 6,876,000 | | | | 6,652,530 | | |
Unitymedia GmbH(a) 01/15/25 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 5,232,000 | | | | 5,271,240 | | |
Unitymedia Hessen GmbH & Co. KG NRW(a) 01/15/23 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 1,972,000 | | | | 1,972,000 | | |
01/15/25 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 6,157,000 | | | | 5,995,379 | | |
Videotron Ltd. 07/15/22 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 3,578,000 | | | | 3,595,890 | | |
Videotron Ltd.(a) 06/15/24 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 2,137,000 | | | | 2,158,370 | | |
Virgin Media Finance PLC(a) 10/15/24 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 1,618,000 | | | | 1,609,910 | | |
01/15/25 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 10,835,000 | | | | 10,537,037 | | |
Virgin Media Secured Finance PLC(a) 01/15/26 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 4,670,000 | | | | 4,576,600 | | |
Ziggo Bond Finance BV(a) 01/15/25 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 2,167,000 | | | | 2,036,980 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 165,009,240 | | |
CHEMICALS 3.3% | |
Angus Chemical Co.(a) 02/15/23 | | | 8.750 | % | | | 4,470,000 | | | | 4,380,600 | | |
Axalta Coating Systems Dutch Holding B BV/U.S. Holdings, Inc.(a) 05/01/21 | | | 7.375 | % | | | 5,083,000 | | | | 5,400,687 | | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Celanese U.S. Holdings LLC 06/15/21 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 4,124,000 | | | | 4,371,440 | | |
Chemours Co. LLC (The)(a) 05/15/23 | | | 6.625 | % | | | 5,963,000 | | | | 4,487,158 | | |
05/15/25 | | | 7.000 | % | | | 6,363,000 | | | | 4,756,342 | | |
Eco Services Operations LLC/Finance Corp.(a) 11/01/22 | | | 8.500 | % | | | 3,998,000 | | | | 3,378,310 | | |
Huntsman International LLC 11/15/20 | | | 4.875 | % | | | 2,300,000 | | | | 2,162,000 | | |
INEOS Group Holdings SA(a) 08/15/18 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 975,000 | | | | 982,313 | | |
02/15/19 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 4,876,000 | | | | 4,851,620 | | |
NOVA Chemicals Corp.(a) 08/01/23 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 1,190,000 | | | | 1,190,000 | | |
PQ Corp.(a) 11/01/18 | | | 8.750 | % | | | 21,488,000 | | | | 21,273,120 | | |
PSPC Escrow II Corp(a) 05/01/21 | | | 10.375 | % | | | 2,271,000 | | | | 2,316,420 | | |
Platform Specialty Products Corp.(a) 02/01/22 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 2,623,000 | | | | 2,282,010 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 61,832,020 | | |
CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY 0.4% | |
United Rentals North America, Inc. 04/15/22 | | | 7.625 | % | | | 3,460,000 | | | | 3,719,500 | | |
06/15/23 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 3,581,000 | | | | 3,733,192 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 7,452,692 | | |
CONSUMER CYCLICAL SERVICES 1.9% | |
ADT Corp. (The) 07/15/22 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 3,676,000 | | | | 3,358,945 | | |
APX Group, Inc. 12/01/19 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 8,716,000 | | | | 8,323,780 | | |
12/01/20 | | | 8.750 | % | | | 6,746,000 | | | | 5,565,450 | | |
IHS, Inc. 11/01/22 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 8,979,000 | | | | 9,136,132 | | |
Interval Acquisition Corp.(a) 04/15/23 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 5,390,000 | | | | 5,390,000 | | |
Monitronics International, Inc. 04/01/20 | | | 9.125 | % | | | 4,428,000 | | | | 3,332,070 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 35,106,377 | | |
CONSUMER PRODUCTS 2.0% | |
Jarden Corp.(a) 11/15/23 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 3,704,000 | | | | 3,800,767 | | |
Scotts Miracle-Gro Co. (The)(a) 10/15/23 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 6,237,000 | | | | 6,470,887 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Serta Simmons Bedding LLC(a) 10/01/20 | | | 8.125 | % | | | 5,316,000 | | | | 5,541,930 | | |
Spectrum Brands, Inc. 11/15/20 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 4,769,000 | | | | 5,067,062 | | |
11/15/22 | | | 6.625 | % | | | 2,456,000 | | | | 2,621,780 | | |
Spectrum Brands, Inc.(a) 07/15/25 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 4,358,000 | | | | 4,494,188 | | |
Springs Industries, Inc. 06/01/21 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 6,188,000 | | | | 6,188,000 | | |
Tempur Sealy International, Inc.(a) 10/15/23 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 2,887,000 | | | | 2,937,523 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 37,122,137 | | |
DIVERSIFIED MANUFACTURING 0.6% | |
Amsted Industries, Inc.(a) 03/15/22 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 4,033,000 | | | | 4,078,371 | | |
09/15/24 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 2,004,000 | | | | 1,963,920 | | |
Entegris, Inc.(a) 04/01/22 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 5,733,000 | | | | 5,837,570 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 11,879,861 | | |
ELECTRIC 2.2% | |
AES Corp. (The) 07/01/21 | | | 7.375 | % | | | 6,751,000 | | | | 6,953,530 | | |
Calpine Corp. 01/15/23 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 8,500,000 | | | | 7,926,250 | | |
Dynegy, Inc. 06/01/23 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 4,800,000 | | | | 4,314,000 | | |
NRG Energy, Inc. 07/15/22 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 9,538,000 | | | | 8,822,650 | | |
05/01/24 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 1,044,000 | | | | 944,820 | | |
NRG Yield Operating LLC 08/15/24 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 8,463,000 | | | | 7,697,268 | | |
Talen Energy Supply LLC(a) 06/01/25 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 4,687,000 | | | | 4,030,820 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 40,689,338 | | |
FINANCE COMPANIES 5.6% | |
AerCap Ireland Capital Ltd./Global Aviation Trust 10/30/20 | | | 4.625 | % | | | 856,000 | | | | 879,540 | | |
05/15/21 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 14,557,000 | | | | 14,866,336 | | |
10/01/21 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 6,376,000 | | | | 6,615,100 | | |
Aircastle Ltd. 02/15/22 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 907,000 | | | | 950,083 | | |
CIT Group, Inc. 02/19/19 | | | 3.875 | % | | | 2,850,000 | | | | 2,853,563 | | |
05/15/20 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 4,897,000 | | | | 5,166,335 | | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
CIT Group, Inc.(a) 04/01/18 | | | 6.625 | % | | | 5,360,000 | | | | 5,721,800 | | |
02/15/19 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 2,265,000 | | | | 2,369,756 | | |
International Lease Finance Corp. 05/15/19 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 4,809,000 | | | | 5,170,396 | | |
12/15/20 | | | 8.250 | % | | | 2,425,000 | | | | 2,891,813 | | |
04/15/21 | | | 4.625 | % | | | 3,743,000 | | | | 3,855,290 | | |
01/15/22 | | | 8.625 | % | | | 719,000 | | | | 878,978 | | |
Navient Corp. 10/26/20 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 2,877,000 | | | | 2,589,300 | | |
01/25/22 | | | 7.250 | % | | | 3,659,000 | | | | 3,476,050 | | |
03/25/24 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 4,189,000 | | | | 3,613,012 | | |
10/25/24 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 8,211,000 | | | | 6,999,877 | | |
OneMain Financial Holdings, Inc.(a) 12/15/19 | | | 6.750 | % | | | 3,018,000 | | | | 3,161,355 | | |
12/15/21 | | | 7.250 | % | | | 4,363,000 | | | | 4,439,352 | | |
Provident Funding Associates LP/Finance Corp.(a) 06/15/21 | | | 6.750 | % | | | 9,771,000 | | | | 9,526,725 | | |
Quicken Loans, Inc.(a) 05/01/25 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 4,607,000 | | | | 4,451,514 | | |
Springleaf Finance Corp. 12/15/17 | | | 6.900 | % | | | 2,959,000 | | | | 3,073,661 | | |
10/01/21 | | | 7.750 | % | | | 2,845,000 | | | | 3,015,700 | | |
10/01/23 | | | 8.250 | % | | | 2,221,000 | | | | 2,420,890 | | |
iStar, Inc. 07/01/19 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 5,845,000 | | | | 5,669,650 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 104,656,076 | | |
FOOD AND BEVERAGE 1.7% | |
B&G Foods, Inc. 06/01/21 | | | 4.625 | % | | | 2,741,000 | | | | 2,706,738 | | |
Constellation Brands, Inc. 11/15/19 | | | 3.875 | % | | | 1,345,000 | | | | 1,392,075 | | |
05/01/23 | | | 4.250 | % | | | 1,554,000 | | | | 1,565,655 | | |
11/15/24 | | | 4.750 | % | | | 4,941,000 | | | | 5,052,173 | | |
Constellation Brands, Inc.(b) 12/01/25 | | | 4.750 | % | | | 966,000 | | | | 978,075 | | |
Diamond Foods, Inc.(a) 03/15/19 | | | 7.000 | % | | | 4,878,000 | | | | 5,060,925 | | |
Post Holdings, Inc. 02/15/22 | | | 7.375 | % | | | 1,343,000 | | | | 1,397,982 | | |
Post Holdings, Inc.(a) 12/15/22 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 2,449,000 | | | | 2,415,326 | | |
03/15/24 | | | 7.750 | % | | | 5,056,000 | | | | 5,245,600 | | |
WhiteWave Foods Co. (The) 10/01/22 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 5,270,000 | | | | 5,605,962 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 31,420,511 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
GAMING 4.1% | |
Boyd Gaming Corp. 05/15/23 | | | 6.875 | % | | | 5,088,000 | | | | 5,323,320 | | |
GLP Capital LP/Financing II, Inc. 11/01/20 | | | 4.875 | % | | | 3,965,000 | | | | 4,064,125 | | |
International Game Technology PLC(a) 02/15/22 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 5,709,000 | | | | 5,434,283 | | |
MGM Resorts International 03/01/18 | | | 11.375 | % | | | 7,001,000 | | | | 8,208,672 | | |
10/01/20 | | | 6.750 | % | | | 3,344,000 | | | | 3,493,443 | | |
12/15/21 | | | 6.625 | % | | | 6,129,000 | | | | 6,389,483 | | |
03/15/23 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 1,995,000 | | | | 1,976,297 | | |
Penn National Gaming, Inc. 11/01/21 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 1,524,000 | | | | 1,516,380 | | |
Pinnacle Entertainment, Inc. 08/01/21 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 4,834,000 | | | | 5,124,040 | | |
Scientific Games International, Inc. 12/01/22 | | | 10.000 | % | | | 13,747,000 | | | | 10,585,190 | | |
Scientific Games International, Inc.(a) 01/01/22 | | | 7.000 | % | | | 9,778,000 | | | | 9,435,770 | | |
Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc.(a) 10/01/20 | | | 6.535 | % | | | 4,120,000 | | | | 4,202,400 | | |
10/01/20 | | | 7.804 | % | | | 2,100,000 | | | | 2,230,515 | | |
SugarHouse HSP Gaming LP/Finance Corp.(a) 06/01/21 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 3,767,000 | | | | 3,540,980 | | |
Tunica-Biloxi Gaming Authority(a)(c) 02/15/16 | | | 0.000 | % | | | 8,862,000 | | | | 4,608,240 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 76,133,138 | | |
HEALTH CARE 8.1% | |
Acadia Healthcare Co., Inc. 07/01/22 | | | 5.125 | % | | | 1,334,000 | | | | 1,307,320 | | |
02/15/23 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 1,718,000 | | | | 1,683,640 | | |
Alere, Inc.(a) 07/01/23 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 3,520,000 | | | | 3,564,000 | | |
Amsurg Corp. 07/15/22 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 3,850,000 | | | | 3,782,625 | | |
CHS/Community Health Systems, Inc. 08/01/21 | | | 5.125 | % | | | 1,410,000 | | | | 1,424,100 | | |
02/01/22 | | | 6.875 | % | | | 8,954,000 | | | | 8,662,995 | | |
ConvaTec Finance International SA Junior Subordinated PIK(a) 01/15/19 | | | 8.250 | % | | | 4,635,000 | | | | 4,527,839 | | |
DaVita HealthCare Partners, Inc. 08/15/22 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 9,431,000 | | | | 9,772,874 | | |
Emdeon, Inc. 12/31/19 | | | 11.000 | % | | | 5,255,000 | | | | 5,517,750 | | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Emdeon, Inc.(a) 02/15/21 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 2,858,000 | | | | 2,725,818 | | |
ExamWorks Group, Inc. 04/15/23 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 2,122,000 | | | | 2,111,390 | | |
Fresenius Medical Care U.S. Finance II, Inc.(a) 09/15/18 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 710,000 | | | | 777,450 | | |
07/31/19 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 1,737,000 | | | | 1,878,131 | | |
01/31/22 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 3,632,000 | | | | 3,931,640 | | |
10/15/24 | | | 4.750 | % | | | 2,883,000 | | | | 2,890,208 | | |
HCA, Inc. 02/15/22 | | | 7.500 | % | | | 7,598,000 | | | | 8,490,765 | | |
02/01/25 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 25,988,000 | | | | 25,533,210 | | |
04/15/25 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 6,176,000 | | | | 6,245,480 | | |
HealthSouth Corp.(a) 11/01/24 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 1,725,000 | | | | 1,664,625 | | |
09/15/25 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 970,000 | | | | 928,775 | | |
Hologic, Inc.(a) 07/15/22 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 3,367,000 | | | | 3,501,680 | | |
Kinetic Concepts, Inc./KCI U.S.A., Inc. 11/01/18 | | | 10.500 | % | | | 2,883,000 | | | | 2,796,510 | | |
LifePoint Health, Inc. 12/01/21 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 2,677,000 | | | | 2,677,000 | | |
MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC(a) 04/01/22 | | | 6.625 | % | | | 5,117,000 | | | | 5,142,585 | | |
Molina Healthcare, Inc.(a) 11/15/22 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 4,856,000 | | | | 4,880,280 | | |
Sterigenics-Nordion Holdings LLC(a) 05/15/23 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 4,630,000 | | | | 4,635,787 | | |
Surgical Care Affiliates, Inc.(a) 04/01/23 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 2,222,000 | | | | 2,183,115 | | |
Teleflex, Inc. 06/15/24 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 418,000 | | | | 419,045 | | |
Tenet Healthcare Corp. 10/01/20 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 2,684,000 | | | | 2,851,750 | | |
04/01/21 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 11,975,000 | | | | 11,825,312 | | |
04/01/22 | | | 8.125 | % | | | 13,592,000 | | | | 13,549,525 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 151,883,224 | | |
HEALTHCARE INSURANCE 0.3% | |
Centene Corp. 05/15/22 | | | 4.750 | % | | | 4,848,000 | | | | 4,732,860 | | |
HOME CONSTRUCTION 1.1% | |
CalAtlantic Group, Inc. 11/15/24 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 3,689,000 | | | | 3,855,005 | | |
Meritage Homes Corp. 03/01/18 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 3,265,000 | | | | 3,305,813 | | |
04/15/20 | | | 7.150 | % | | | 1,217,000 | | | | 1,299,148 | | |
04/01/22 | | | 7.000 | % | | | 3,328,000 | | | | 3,536,000 | | |
06/01/25 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 1,948,000 | | | | 1,972,350 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc./Monarch, Inc.(a) 04/15/21 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 4,823,000 | | | | 4,835,057 | | |
03/01/24 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 2,745,000 | | | | 2,652,356 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 21,455,729 | | |
INDEPENDENT ENERGY 6.6% | |
Antero Resources Corp. 12/01/22 | | | 5.125 | % | | | 7,521,000 | | | | 6,844,110 | | |
Carrizo Oil & Gas, Inc. 04/15/23 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 9,139,000 | | | | 8,339,337 | | |
Concho Resources, Inc. 01/15/22 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 965,000 | | | | 984,300 | | |
10/01/22 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 3,987,000 | | | | 3,867,390 | | |
04/01/23 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 11,539,000 | | | | 11,250,525 | | |
CrownRock LP/Finance, Inc.(a) 02/15/23 | | | 7.750 | % | | | 7,282,000 | | | | 7,409,435 | | |
Diamondback Energy, Inc. 10/01/21 | | | 7.625 | % | | | 1,297,000 | | | | 1,378,063 | | |
EP Energy LLC/Everest Acquisition Finance, Inc. 05/01/20 | | | 9.375 | % | | | 408,000 | | | | 346,800 | | |
06/15/23 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 9,320,000 | | | | 7,129,800 | | |
Laredo Petroleum, Inc. 01/15/22 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 5,746,000 | | | | 5,372,510 | | |
05/01/22 | | | 7.375 | % | | | 3,662,000 | | | | 3,570,450 | | |
03/15/23 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 11,635,000 | | | | 11,169,600 | | |
Oasis Petroleum, Inc. 11/01/21 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 3,558,000 | | | | 3,024,300 | | |
03/15/22 | | | 6.875 | % | | | 1,046,000 | | | | 896,945 | | |
01/15/23 | | | 6.875 | % | | | 6,092,000 | | | | 5,254,350 | | |
Parsley Energy LLC/Finance Corp.(a) 02/15/22 | | | 7.500 | % | | | 12,759,000 | | | | 12,950,385 | | |
RSP Permian, Inc. 10/01/22 | | | 6.625 | % | | | 2,051,000 | | | | 2,038,181 | | |
RSP Permian, Inc.(a) 10/01/22 | | | 6.625 | % | | | 2,650,000 | | | | 2,633,438 | | |
Range Resources Corp. 03/15/23 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 8,720,000 | | | | 7,717,200 | | |
SM Energy Co. 11/15/22 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 3,746,000 | | | | 3,586,795 | | |
01/15/24 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 2,904,000 | | | | 2,548,260 | | |
06/01/25 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 1,514,000 | | | | 1,351,245 | | |
Whiting Petroleum Corp. 03/15/21 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 8,009,000 | | | | 7,288,190 | | |
04/01/23 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 6,132,000 | | | | 5,702,760 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 122,654,369 | | |
LEISURE 0.4% | |
Cedar Fair LP/Canada's Wonderland Co./Magnum Management Corp. 03/15/21 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 3,840,000 | | | | 3,936,000 | | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
LTF Merger Sub, Inc.(a) 06/15/23 | | | 8.500 | % | | | 4,037,000 | | | | 3,895,705 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 7,831,705 | | |
LODGING 1.0% | |
Choice Hotels International, Inc. 07/01/22 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 2,939,000 | | | | 3,144,730 | | |
Hilton Worldwide Finance LLC/Corp. 10/15/21 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 4,879,000 | | | | 5,080,015 | | |
Playa Resorts Holding BV(a) 08/15/20 | | | 8.000 | % | | | 8,848,000 | | | | 8,958,600 | | |
RHP Hotel Properties LP/Finance Corp. 04/15/23 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 1,207,000 | | | | 1,219,070 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 18,402,415 | | |
MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT 6.0% | |
AMC Networks, Inc. 07/15/21 | | | 7.750 | % | | | 3,870,000 | | | | 4,092,525 | | |
12/15/22 | | | 4.750 | % | | | 7,344,000 | | | | 7,298,100 | | |
Activision Blizzard, Inc.(a) 09/15/21 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 12,992,000 | | | | 13,682,265 | | |
09/15/23 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 6,008,000 | | | | 6,563,740 | | |
Clear Channel Worldwide Holdings, Inc. 03/15/20 | | | 7.625 | % | | | 8,737,000 | | | | 8,474,890 | | |
11/15/22 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 8,246,000 | | | | 8,142,925 | | |
Lamar Media Corp. 01/15/24 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 1,883,000 | | | | 1,934,783 | | |
MDC Partners, Inc.(a) 04/01/20 | | | 6.750 | % | | | 9,816,000 | | | | 10,042,995 | | |
Netflix, Inc.(a) 02/15/22 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 3,451,000 | | | | 3,571,785 | | |
02/15/25 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 12,664,000 | | | | 13,091,410 | | |
Outfront Media Capital LLC/Corp. 02/15/24 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 1,117,000 | | | | 1,153,303 | | |
03/15/25 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 7,717,000 | | | | 7,909,925 | | |
Outfront Media Capital LLC/Corp.(a) 02/15/24 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 722,000 | | | | 745,465 | | |
Univision Communications, Inc.(a) 09/15/22 | | | 6.750 | % | | | 1,110,000 | | | | 1,150,238 | | |
05/15/23 | | | 5.125 | % | | | 5,289,000 | | | | 5,117,107 | | |
02/15/25 | | | 5.125 | % | | | 15,002,000 | | | | 14,495,682 | | |
iHeartCommunications, Inc. 03/01/21 | | | 9.000 | % | | | 1,497,000 | | | | 1,028,813 | | |
03/15/23 | | | 10.625 | % | | | 5,355,000 | | | | 3,748,500 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 112,244,451 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
METALS 0.3% | |
ArcelorMittal(d) 03/01/21 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 2,737,000 | | | | 2,388,032 | | |
02/25/22 | | | 7.250 | % | | | 3,726,000 | | | | 3,278,880 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 5,666,912 | | |
MIDSTREAM 5.3% | |
Blue Racer Midstream LLC/Finance Corp.(a) 11/15/22 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 7,195,000 | | | | 6,403,550 | | |
Crestwood Midstream Partners LP/Finance Corp. 12/15/20 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 651,000 | | | | 564,743 | | |
03/01/22 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 239,000 | | | | 204,345 | | |
Crestwood Midstream Partners LP/Finance Corp.(a) 04/01/23 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 3,284,000 | | | | 2,774,980 | | |
Energy Transfer Equity LP 01/15/24 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 8,209,000 | | | | 7,593,325 | | |
06/01/27 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 11,644,000 | | | | 9,751,850 | | |
Kinder Morgan, Inc. 06/01/25 | | | 4.300 | % | | | 4,100,000 | | | | 3,464,303 | | |
MarkWest Energy Partners LP/Finance Corp. 02/15/23 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 7,508,000 | | | | 7,095,060 | | |
07/15/23 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 2,415,000 | | | | 2,143,313 | | |
12/01/24 | | | 4.875 | % | | | 13,594,000 | | | | 12,056,179 | | |
06/01/25 | | | 4.875 | % | | | 936,000 | | | | 833,040 | | |
Rose Rock Midstream LP/Finance Corp.(a) 11/15/23 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 3,124,000 | | | | 2,577,300 | | |
Sabine Pass Liquefaction LLC(a) 03/01/25 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 11,355,000 | | | | 10,418,212 | | |
Targa Resources Partners LP/Finance Corp. 11/15/19 | | | 4.125 | % | | | 2,572,000 | | | | 2,411,250 | | |
05/01/23 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 256,000 | | | | 232,320 | | |
11/15/23 | | | 4.250 | % | | | 5,498,000 | | | | 4,632,065 | | |
Targa Resources Partners LP/Finance Corp.(a) 01/15/18 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 6,964,000 | | | | 6,842,130 | | |
03/15/24 | | | 6.750 | % | | | 6,929,000 | | | | 6,582,550 | | |
Tesoro Logistics LP/Finance Corp.(a) 10/15/19 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 1,319,000 | | | | 1,371,760 | | |
10/15/22 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 9,894,000 | | | | 10,227,922 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 98,180,197 | | |
OTHER INDUSTRY 0.2% | |
CB Richard Ellis Services, Inc. 03/15/25 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 3,360,000 | | | | 3,422,325 | | |
OTHER REIT 0.4% | |
CyrusOne LP/Finance Corp. 11/15/22 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 7,242,000 | | | | 7,549,785 | | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
PACKAGING 2.2% | |
Ardagh Packaging Finance PLC/Holdings USA, Inc.(a) 01/31/21 | | | 6.750 | % | | | 3,308,000 | | | | 3,332,810 | | |
Berry Plastics Corp. 05/15/22 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 7,732,000 | | | | 7,809,320 | | |
Berry Plastics Corp.(a) 10/15/22 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 2,872,000 | | | | 2,958,160 | | |
Beverage Packaging Holdings (Luxembourg) II SA(a) 06/15/17 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 912,000 | | | | 907,440 | | |
Plastipak Holdings, Inc.(a) 10/01/21 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 8,609,000 | | | | 8,415,297 | | |
Reynolds Group Issuer, Inc./LLC 05/15/18 | | | 8.500 | % | | | 4,700,000 | | | | 4,729,375 | | |
10/15/20 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 6,835,000 | | | | 7,005,875 | | |
Reynolds Group Issuer, Inc./LLC(d) 02/15/21 | | | 8.250 | % | | | 3,939,000 | | | | 3,948,848 | | |
Signode Industrial Group Luxembourg SA/US, Inc.(a) 05/01/22 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 2,250,000 | | | | 2,058,750 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 41,165,875 | | |
PHARMACEUTICALS 4.0% | |
Concordia Healthcare Corp.(a) 04/15/23 | | | 7.000 | % | | | 2,793,000 | | | | 2,401,980 | | |
Endo Finance LLC/Finco, Inc.(a) 02/01/25 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 5,950,000 | | | | 5,652,500 | | |
Endo Finance LLC/Ltd./Finco, Inc.(a) 07/15/23 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 8,288,000 | | | | 7,977,200 | | |
Grifols Worldwide Operations Ltd. 04/01/22 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 4,858,000 | | | | 4,930,870 | | |
Jaguar Holding Co. II/Pharmaceutical Product Development LLC(a) 08/01/23 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 7,866,000 | | | | 7,551,360 | | |
Mallinckrodt International Finance SA/CB LLC(a) 10/15/23 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 6,305,000 | | | | 5,438,063 | | |
04/15/25 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 1,756,000 | | | | 1,488,210 | | |
Quintiles Transnational Corp.(a) 05/15/23 | | | 4.875 | % | | | 4,158,000 | | | | 4,168,395 | | |
Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc.(a) 10/15/20 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 11,546,000 | | | | 10,579,022 | | |
07/15/21 | | | 7.500 | % | | | 5,249,000 | | | | 4,960,725 | | |
12/01/21 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 3,362,000 | | | | 2,941,750 | | |
05/15/23 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 11,003,000 | | | | 9,517,595 | | |
04/15/25 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 8,068,000 | | | | 6,978,820 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 74,586,490 | | |
PROPERTY & CASUALTY 0.7% | |
Alliant Holdings I LP(a) 08/01/23 | | | 8.250 | % | | | 383,000 | | | | 376,221 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
HUB International Ltd.(a) 10/01/21 | | | 7.875 | % | | | 12,908,000 | | | | 12,391,680 | | |
Hub Holdings LLC/Finance, Inc. PIK(a) 07/15/19 | | | 8.125 | % | | | 1,245,000 | | | | 1,195,200 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 13,963,101 | | |
RAILROADS 0.2% | |
Florida East Coast Holdings Corp.(a) 05/01/19 | | | 6.750 | % | | | 3,756,000 | | | | 3,680,880 | | |
RESTAURANTS 0.2% | |
BC ULC/New Red Finance, Inc.(a) 04/01/22 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 3,525,000 | | | | 3,657,187 | | |
RETAILERS 2.1% | |
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. 12/15/24 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 2,724,000 | | | | 2,826,150 | | |
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.(a) 12/15/24 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 1,725,000 | | | | 1,789,688 | | |
Dollar Tree, Inc.(a) 03/01/23 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 5,434,000 | | | | 5,637,775 | | |
Group 1 Automotive, Inc. 06/01/22 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 2,107,000 | | | | 2,101,733 | | |
L Brands, Inc. 04/01/21 | | | 6.625 | % | | | 2,492,000 | | | | 2,797,270 | | |
Penske Automotive Group, Inc. 12/01/24 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 2,955,000 | | | | 2,991,937 | | |
PetSmart, Inc.(a) 03/15/23 | | | 7.125 | % | | | 4,624,000 | | | | 4,658,680 | | |
Rite Aid Corp. 06/15/21 | | | 6.750 | % | | | 1,250,000 | | | | 1,331,250 | | |
Junior Subordinated 02/15/27 | | | 7.700 | % | | | 1,993,000 | | | | 2,456,372 | | |
Rite Aid Corp.(a) 04/01/23 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 10,056,000 | | | | 10,659,360 | | |
Sally Holdings LLC/Sally Capital, Inc.(b) 12/01/25 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 1,393,000 | | | | 1,412,154 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 38,662,369 | | |
TECHNOLOGY 6.3% | |
Alliance Data Systems Corp.(a) 04/01/20 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 3,999,000 | | | | 4,103,974 | | |
08/01/22 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 8,825,000 | | | | 8,736,750 | | |
Ancestry.com, Inc. Junior Subordinated 12/15/20 | | | 11.000 | % | | | 1,296,000 | | | | 1,406,160 | | |
Audatex North America, Inc.(a) 11/01/23 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 9,967,000 | | | | 10,041,752 | | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Equinix, Inc. 04/01/23 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 7,457,000 | | | | 7,596,819 | | |
Equinix, Inc.(b) 01/15/26 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 5,272,000 | | | | 5,351,080 | | |
First Data Corp.(a) 08/15/23 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 9,003,000 | | | | 9,177,478 | | |
12/01/23 | | | 7.000 | % | | | 12,394,000 | | | | 12,502,447 | | |
01/15/24 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 14,600,000 | | | | 14,600,000 | | |
Goodman Networks, Inc. 07/01/18 | | | 12.125 | % | | | 1,486,000 | | | | 430,940 | | |
Infor US, Inc.(a) 08/15/20 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 1,073,000 | | | | 1,075,683 | | |
MSCI, Inc.(a) 11/15/24 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 5,011,000 | | | | 5,161,330 | | |
08/15/25 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 4,888,000 | | | | 5,071,300 | | |
NCR Corp. 12/15/23 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 3,120,000 | | | | 3,112,200 | | |
NXP BV/Funding LLC(a) 06/15/22 | | | 4.625 | % | | | 2,700,000 | | | | 2,666,250 | | |
Qualitytech LP/Finance Corp. 08/01/22 | | | 5.875 | % | | | 3,345,000 | | | | 3,411,900 | | |
Riverbed Technology, Inc.(a) 03/01/23 | | | 8.875 | % | | | 5,986,000 | | | | 5,694,183 | | |
Sensata Technologies UK Financing Co. PLC(a) 02/15/26 | | | 6.250 | % | | | 3,225,000 | | | | 3,325,781 | | |
VeriSign, Inc. 05/01/23 | | | 4.625 | % | | | 3,743,000 | | | | 3,696,213 | | |
04/01/25 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 4,433,000 | | | | 4,515,808 | | |
Zebra Technologies Corp. 10/15/22 | | | 7.250 | % | | | 5,848,000 | | | | 6,257,360 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 117,935,408 | | |
WIRELESS 6.1% | |
Crown Castle International Corp. 04/15/22 | | | 4.875 | % | | | 1,994,000 | | | | 2,038,865 | | |
01/15/23 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 6,525,000 | | | | 6,761,531 | | |
Numericable-SFR(a) 05/15/19 | | | 4.875 | % | | | 3,325,000 | | | | 3,316,688 | | |
05/15/22 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 8,271,000 | | | | 8,167,613 | | |
SBA Telecommunications, Inc. 07/15/20 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 4,859,000 | | | | 5,071,678 | | |
Sprint Communications, Inc. 08/15/20 | | | 7.000 | % | | | 568,000 | | | | 471,440 | | |
Sprint Communications, Inc.(a) 11/15/18 | | | 9.000 | % | | | 18,977,000 | | | | 20,495,160 | | |
03/01/20 | | | 7.000 | % | | | 2,753,000 | | | | 2,809,781 | | |
Sprint Corp. 09/15/21 | | | 7.250 | % | | | 4,383,000 | | | | 3,550,230 | | |
09/15/23 | | | 7.875 | % | | | 3,586,000 | | | | 2,886,730 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
06/15/24 | | | 7.125 | % | | | 4,970,000 | | | | 3,802,050 | | |
02/15/25 | | | 7.625 | % | | | 3,143,000 | | | | 2,469,219 | | |
T-Mobile USA, Inc. 04/28/21 | | | 6.633 | % | | | 6,228,000 | | | | 6,438,195 | | |
01/15/22 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 2,417,000 | | | | 2,466,573 | | |
04/28/22 | | | 6.731 | % | | | 1,126,000 | | | | 1,159,780 | | |
03/01/23 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 4,091,000 | | | | 4,111,455 | | |
04/01/23 | | | 6.625 | % | | | 4,656,000 | | | | 4,775,426 | | |
01/15/24 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 4,016,000 | | | | 4,046,120 | | |
03/01/25 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 1,324,000 | | | | 1,317,380 | | |
01/15/26 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 8,311,000 | | | | 8,300,611 | | |
Wind Acquisition Finance SA(a) 04/30/20 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 6,048,000 | | | | 6,350,400 | | |
07/15/20 | | | 4.750 | % | | | 8,653,000 | | | | 8,631,368 | | |
04/23/21 | | | 7.375 | % | | | 4,756,000 | | | | 4,589,540 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 114,027,833 | | |
WIRELINES 3.9% | |
CenturyLink, Inc. 06/15/21 | | | 6.450 | % | | | 9,793,000 | | | | 9,553,267 | | |
04/01/25 | | | 5.625 | % | | | 2,598,000 | | | | 2,234,280 | | |
Frontier Communications Corp. 07/01/21 | | | 9.250 | % | | | 1,993,000 | | | | 1,948,158 | | |
04/15/24 | | | 7.625 | % | | | 4,048,000 | | | | 3,420,560 | | |
01/15/25 | | | 6.875 | % | | | 9,741,000 | | | | 7,987,620 | | |
Frontier Communications Corp.(a) 09/15/20 | | | 8.875 | % | | | 1,611,000 | | | | 1,615,028 | | |
09/15/22 | | | 10.500 | % | | | 2,974,000 | | | | 2,947,978 | | |
09/15/25 | | | 11.000 | % | | | 8,630,000 | | | | 8,457,400 | | |
Level 3 Financing, Inc. 06/01/20 | | | 7.000 | % | | | 4,765,000 | | | | 5,027,075 | | |
01/15/21 | | | 6.125 | % | | | 2,848,000 | | | | 2,984,732 | | |
08/15/22 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 3,790,000 | | | | 3,815,601 | | |
Level 3 Financing, Inc.(a) 01/15/24 | | | 5.375 | % | | | 6,250,000 | | | | 6,257,812 | | |
Telecom Italia SpA(a) 05/30/24 | | | 5.303 | % | | | 3,017,000 | | | | 3,047,170 | | |
Windstream Services LLC 10/15/20 | | | 7.750 | % | | | 2,078,000 | | | | 1,745,520 | | |
Zayo Group LLC/Capital, Inc. 07/01/20 | | | 10.125 | % | | | 1,907,000 | | | | 2,069,095 | | |
Zayo Group LLC/Capital, Inc.(a) 04/01/23 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 9,634,000 | | | | 9,272,725 | | |
05/15/25 | | | 6.375 | % | | | 912,000 | | | | 870,960 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 73,254,981 | | |
Total Corporate Bonds & Notes (Cost: $1,791,852,192) | | | | | | | 1,740,986,180 | | |
Municipal Bonds 0.1%
Issuer Description | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
CALIFORNIA 0.1% | |
Cabazon Band Mission Indians Revenue Bonds Mortgage Notes Series 2004(a)(c)(e)(f) 10/01/11 | | | 0.000 | % | | | 3,083,843 | | | | 1,539,578 | | |
Total Municipal Bonds (Cost: $3,083,843) | | | | | | | 1,539,578 | | |
Senior Loans 1.0%
Borrower | | Weighted Average Coupon | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
HEALTH CARE 0.8% | |
American Renal Holdings, Inc. 2nd Lien Term Loan(d)(g) 03/20/20 | | | 8.500 | % | | | 7,462,000 | | | | 7,443,345 | | |
U.S. Renal Care, Inc.(d)(g) 2nd Lien Term Loan 01/03/20 | | | 11.250 | % | | | 5,065,000 | | | | 5,065,000 | | |
Tranche B1 2nd Lien Term Loan 01/03/20 | | | 9.750 | % | | | 1,996,001 | | | | 2,010,971 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 14,519,316 | | |
PHARMACEUTICALS 0.2% | |
Concordia Healthcare Corp. Term Loan(b)(d)(g) 10/21/21 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 4,500,000 | | | | 4,284,000 | | |
TECHNOLOGY —% | |
Applied Systems, Inc. 2nd Lien Term Loan(d)(g) 01/24/22 | | | 7.500 | % | | | 666,000 | | | | 638,528 | | |
Total Senior Loans (Cost: $19,305,463) | | | | | | | 19,441,844 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Common Stocks —%
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
FINANCIALS —% | |
Diversified Financial Services —% | |
Fairlane Management Corp.(e)(h)(i)(j) | | | 50,004 | | | | — | | |
Total Financials | | | | | — | | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost: $—) | | | | | — | | |
Limited Partnerships —%
FINANCIALS —% | |
Diversified Financial Services —% | |
Varde Fund V LP(e)(i)(j) | | | 25,000,000 | | | | 52,205 | | |
Total Financials | | | | | 52,205 | | |
Total Limited Partnerships (Cost: $—) | | | | | 52,205 | | |
Money Market Funds 4.8%
| | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(k)(l) | | | 88,853,841 | | | | 88,853,841 | | |
Total Money Market Funds (Cost: $88,853,841) | | | | | 88,853,841 | | |
Total Investments (Cost: $1,903,095,339) | | | | | 1,850,873,648 | | |
Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | 15,243,706 | | |
Net Assets | | | | | 1,866,117,354 | | |
At November 30, 2015, cash totaling $623,700 was pledged as collateral.
Investments in Derivatives
Futures Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Short Futures Contracts Outstanding
Contract Description | | Number of Contracts | | Trading Currency | | Notional Market Value ($) | | Expiration Date | | Unrealized Appreciation ($) | | Unrealized Depreciation ($) | |
US 10YR NOTE (CBT) | | | (462 | ) | | USD | | | | | (58,414,125 | ) | | 03/2016 | | | — | | | | (115,063 | ) | |
Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) Represents privately placed and other securities and instruments exempt from SEC registration (collectively, private placements), such as Section 4(a)(2) and Rule 144A eligible securities, which are often sold only to qualified institutional buyers. The Fund may invest in private placements determined to be liquid as well as those determined to be illiquid. Private placements may be determined to be liquid under guidelines established by the Fund's Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $823,017,945 or 44.10% of net assets.
(b) Security, or a portion thereof, has been purchased on a when-issued or delayed delivery basis.
(c) Represents securities that have defaulted on payment of interest. The Fund has stopped accruing interest on these securities. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $6,147,818, which represents 0.33% of net assets.
(d) Variable rate security.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Notes to Portfolio of Investments (continued)
(e) Identifies securities considered by the Investment Manager to be illiquid and may be difficult to sell. The aggregate value of such securities at November 30, 2015 was $1,591,783, which represents 0.09% of net assets. Information concerning such security holdings at November 30, 2015 is as follows:
Security Description | | Acquisition Dates | | Cost ($) | |
Cabazon Band Mission Indians Revenue Bonds Mortgage Notes Series 2004 10/01/11 0.000% | | 10/04/2004 | | | 3,083,843 | | |
Fairlane Management Corp. | | 09/23/2002 | | | — | | |
Varde Fund V LP | | 04/27/2000 - 06/19/2000 | | | — | * | |
*The original cost for this position was $25,000,000. From September 29, 2004 through May 7, 2005, $25,000,000 was returned to the Fund in the form of return of capital."
(f) Municipal obligations include debt obligations issued by or on behalf of territories, possessions, or sovereign nations within the territorial boundaries of the United States. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $1,539,578 or 0.08% of net assets.
(g) Senior loans have interest rates that float periodically based primarily on the London Interbank Offered Rate ("LIBOR") and other short-term rates. The interest rate shown reflects the weighted average coupon as of November 30, 2015. The interest rate shown for senior loans purchased on a when-issued or delayed delivery basis, if any, reflects an estimated average coupon. Remaining maturities of senior loans may be less than the stated maturities shown as a result of contractual or optional prepayments by the borrower. Such prepayments cannot be predicted.
(h) Negligible market value.
(i) Represents fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $52,205, which represents less than 0.01% of net assets.
(j) Non-income producing investment.
(k) The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015.
(l) As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows:
Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | Purchase Cost ($) | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | Ending Cost ($) | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 79,336,300 | | | | 385,338,094 | | | | (375,820,553 | ) | | | 88,853,841 | | | | 63,407 | | | | 88,853,841 | | |
Abbreviation Legend
PIK Payment-in-Kind
Currency Legend
USD US Dollar
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
> Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.
> Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).
> Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at November 30, 2015:
| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets ($) | | Level 2 Other Significant Observable Inputs ($) | | Level 3 Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | Total ($) | |
Investments | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes | | | — | | | | 1,740,986,180 | | | | — | | | | 1,740,986,180 | | |
Municipal Bonds | | | — | | | | 1,539,578 | | | | — | | | | 1,539,578 | | |
Senior Loans | | | — | | | | 12,365,873 | | | | 7,075,971 | | | | 19,441,844 | | |
Common Stocks | |
Financials | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0 | (a) | | | 0 | (a) | |
Limited Partnerships | |
Financials | | | — | | | | — | | | | 52,205 | | | | 52,205 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 88,853,841 | | | | — | | | | 88,853,841 | | |
Total Investments | | | — | | | | 1,843,745,472 | | | | 7,128,176 | | | | 1,850,873,648 | | |
Derivatives | |
Liabilities | |
Futures Contracts | | | (115,063 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (115,063 | ) | |
Total | | | (115,063 | ) | | | 1,843,745,472 | | | | 7,128,176 | | | | 1,850,758,585 | | |
(a) Rounds to zero.
See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are valued based upon utilizing observable market inputs, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available.
Derivative instruments are valued at unrealized appreciation (depreciation).
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
Transfers In | | Transfers Out | |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | |
| — | | | | 79,336,300 | | | | 79,336,300 | | | | — | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
The Fund does not hold any significant investments (greater than one percent of net assets) categorized as Level 3.
The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 3 category are valued utilizing the valuation technique deemed the most appropriate in the circumstances.
Certain senior loans classified as Level 3 securities are valued using the market approach and utilize single market quotations from broker dealers which may have included, but were not limited to, observable transactions for identical or similar assets in the market and the distressed nature of the security. The appropriateness of fair values for these securities is monitored on an ongoing basis which may include results of back testing, manual price reviews and other control procedures. Significant increases (decreases) to any of these inputs would result in a significantly lower (higher) valuation measurement.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
Limited partnership securities classified as Level 3 are valued using a market approach. To determine fair value for these securities, management considered various factors which may have included, but were not limited to, the Fund's pro-rata interest in the limited partnership's capital balance, estimated earnings of the respective company, and the position of the security within the respective company's capital structure. Significant increases (decreases) to any of these inputs would result in a significantly lower (higher) fair value measurement. Generally, a change in the fund's pro-rata interest would result in a change to the limited partnership's capital balance.
Certain common stock classified as Level 3 are valued using an income approach. To determine fair value for these securities, management considered estimates of future distributions related to the potential actions of the respective company's restructuring. Significant increases (decreases) to any of these inputs would result in a significantly lower (higher) fair value measurement.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Assets | |
Investments, at value | |
Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $1,814,241,498) | | $ | 1,762,019,807 | | |
Affiliated issuers (identified cost $88,853,841) | | | 88,853,841 | | |
Total investments (identified cost $1,903,095,339) | | | 1,850,873,648 | | |
Cash | | | 116,715 | | |
Margin deposits | | | 623,700 | | |
Receivable for: | |
Investments sold | | | 1,696,271 | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 8,026,874 | | |
Dividends | | | 14,022 | | |
Interest | | | 27,436,527 | | |
Foreign tax reclaims | | | 72,796 | | |
Variation margin | | | 28,875 | | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 7,132 | | |
Trustees' deferred compensation plan | | | 71,633 | | |
Other assets | | | 2,854 | | |
Total assets | | | 1,888,971,047 | | |
Liabilities | |
Payable for: | |
Investments purchased | | | 264,708 | | |
Investments purchased on a delayed delivery basis | | | 10,244,041 | | |
Capital shares purchased | | | 3,605,717 | | |
Dividend distributions to shareholders | | | 8,072,870 | | |
Investment management fees | | | 95,649 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 31,330 | | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 210,564 | | |
Plan administration fees | | | 8,433 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 108,711 | | |
Other expenses | | | 140,037 | | |
Trustees' deferred compensation plan | | | 71,633 | | |
Total liabilities | | | 22,853,693 | | |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 1,866,117,354 | | |
Represented by | |
Paid-in capital | | $ | 2,092,469,193 | | |
Undistributed net investment income | | | 196,130 | | |
Accumulated net realized loss | | | (174,211,215 | ) | |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | (52,221,691 | ) | |
Futures contracts | | | (115,063 | ) | |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 1,866,117,354 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Class A | |
Net assets | | $ | 1,156,816,796 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 409,762,571 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 2.82 | | |
Maximum offering price per share(a) | | $ | 2.96 | | |
Class B | |
Net assets | | $ | 5,839,470 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 2,069,480 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 2.82 | | |
Class C | |
Net assets | | $ | 74,131,193 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 26,433,238 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 2.80 | | |
Class I | |
Net assets | | $ | 305,501,625 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 108,340,471 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 2.82 | | |
Class K | |
Net assets | | $ | 37,971,992 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 13,443,628 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 2.82 | | |
Class R | |
Net assets | | $ | 20,116,785 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 7,104,674 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 2.83 | | |
Class R4 | |
Net assets | | $ | 15,377,460 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 5,418,121 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 2.84 | | |
Class R5 | |
Net assets | | $ | 26,514,234 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 9,422,483 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 2.81 | | |
Class W | |
Net assets | | $ | 14,456,010 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 5,162,618 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 2.80 | | |
Class Y | |
Net assets | | $ | 14,062,623 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 4,994,341 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 2.82 | | |
Class Z | |
Net assets | | $ | 195,329,166 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 69,281,501 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 2.82 | | |
(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 4.75%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Net investment income | |
Income: | |
Dividends — affiliated issuers | | $ | 63,407 | | |
Interest | | | 56,773,326 | | |
Total income | | | 56,836,733 | | |
Expenses: | |
Investment management fees | | | 6,012,134 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | |
Class A | | | 1,464,225 | | |
Class B | | | 36,477 | | |
Class C | | | 398,826 | | |
Class R | | | 50,803 | | |
Class W | | | 25,849 | | |
Transfer agent fees | |
Class A | | | 946,305 | | |
Class B | | | 5,909 | | |
Class C | | | 64,483 | | |
Class K | | | 12,948 | | |
Class R | | | 16,410 | | |
Class R4 | | | 12,695 | | |
Class R5 | | | 8,191 | | |
Class W | | | 16,846 | | |
Class Z | | | 160,509 | | |
Plan administration fees | |
Class K | | | 64,918 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 15,157 | | |
Custodian fees | | | 14,219 | | |
Printing and postage fees | | | 99,109 | | |
Registration fees | | | 96,353 | | |
Audit fees | | | 16,293 | | |
Legal fees | | | 11,400 | | |
Other | | | 20,888 | | |
Total expenses | | | 9,570,947 | | |
Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates | | | (858 | ) | |
Expense reductions | | | (3,198 | ) | |
Total net expenses | | | 9,566,891 | | |
Net investment income | | | 47,269,842 | | |
Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investments | | | (16,556,936 | ) | |
Futures contracts | | | (250,123 | ) | |
Swap contracts | | | (54,316 | ) | |
Net realized loss | | | (16,861,375 | ) | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | (96,386,762 | ) | |
Futures contracts | | | (9,858 | ) | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (96,396,620 | ) | |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (113,257,995 | ) | |
Net decrease in net assets from operations | | $ | (65,988,153 | ) | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
Operations | |
Net investment income | | $ | 47,269,842 | | | $ | 96,357,982 | | |
Net realized gain (loss) | | | (16,861,375 | ) | | | 27,328,435 | | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (96,396,620 | ) | | | (60,489,956 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (65,988,153 | ) | | | 63,196,461 | | |
Distributions to shareholders | |
Net investment income | |
Class A | | | (28,310,015 | ) | | | (59,892,136 | ) | |
Class B | | | (148,116 | ) | | | (485,102 | ) | |
Class C | | | (1,630,289 | ) | | | (3,562,284 | ) | |
Class I | | | (8,089,434 | ) | | | (13,488,829 | ) | |
Class K | | | (1,278,704 | ) | | | (2,715,891 | ) | |
Class R | | | (467,230 | ) | | | (821,255 | ) | |
Class R4 | | | (400,503 | ) | | | (593,623 | ) | |
Class R5 | | | (852,353 | ) | | | (1,685,875 | ) | |
Class W | | | (494,423 | ) | | | (3,219,701 | ) | |
Class Y | | | (317,232 | ) | | | (386,844 | ) | |
Class Z | | | (5,044,610 | ) | | | (9,300,359 | ) | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (47,032,909 | ) | | | (96,151,899 | ) | |
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (77,909,365 | ) | | | 84,495,480 | | |
Total increase (decrease) in net assets | | | (190,930,427 | ) | | | 51,540,042 | | |
Net assets at beginning of period | | | 2,057,047,781 | | | | 2,005,507,739 | | |
Net assets at end of period | | $ | 1,866,117,354 | | | $ | 2,057,047,781 | | |
Undistributed (excess of distributions over) net investment income | | $ | 196,130 | | | $ | (40,803 | ) | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | |
Class A shares | |
Subscriptions(a) | | | 41,873,828 | | | | 120,760,290 | | | | 77,113,966 | | | | 230,615,085 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 8,582,448 | | | | 24,689,814 | | | | 16,860,242 | | | | 50,418,001 | | |
Redemptions | | | (60,629,167 | ) | | | (176,556,921 | ) | | | (120,791,764 | ) | | | (360,241,675 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (10,172,891 | ) | | | (31,106,817 | ) | | | (26,817,556 | ) | | | (79,208,589 | ) | |
Class B shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 13,926 | | | | 40,403 | | | | 150,338 | | | | 450,533 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 48,497 | | | | 139,747 | | | | 149,914 | | | | 448,306 | | |
Redemptions(a) | | | (1,104,716 | ) | | | (3,220,060 | ) | | | (2,340,419 | ) | | | (6,977,987 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (1,042,293 | ) | | | (3,039,910 | ) | | | (2,040,167 | ) | | | (6,079,148 | ) | |
Class C shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 2,751,536 | | | | 7,903,964 | | | | 8,744,252 | | | | 26,024,769 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 495,178 | | | | 1,414,790 | | | | 1,026,330 | | | | 3,048,722 | | |
Redemptions | | | (6,074,237 | ) | | | (17,477,791 | ) | | | (12,873,821 | ) | | | (38,015,637 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (2,827,523 | ) | | | (8,159,037 | ) | | | (3,103,239 | ) | | | (8,942,146 | ) | |
Class I shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 4,314,258 | | | | 12,385,199 | | | | 50,264,396 | | | | 149,231,525 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 2,813,200 | | | | 8,089,176 | | | | 4,518,560 | | | | 13,488,313 | | |
Redemptions | | | (4,487,411 | ) | | | (12,938,453 | ) | | | (12,438,543 | ) | | | (37,268,724 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 2,640,047 | | | | 7,535,922 | | | | 42,344,413 | | | | 125,451,114 | | |
Class K shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 792,409 | | | | 2,287,290 | | | | 7,266,080 | | | | 21,718,722 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 443,477 | | | | 1,278,157 | | | | 907,462 | | | | 2,715,470 | | |
Redemptions | | | (7,018,181 | ) | | | (20,176,047 | ) | | | (6,807,891 | ) | | | (20,436,664 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (5,782,295 | ) | | | (16,610,600 | ) | | | 1,365,651 | | | | 3,997,528 | | |
Class R shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 1,526,341 | | | | 4,439,886 | | | | 2,407,791 | | | | 7,206,804 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 128,232 | | | | 370,007 | | | | 202,820 | | | | 608,216 | | |
Redemptions | | | (1,050,951 | ) | | | (3,041,793 | ) | | | (2,269,773 | ) | | | (6,786,580 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 603,622 | | | | 1,768,100 | | | | 340,838 | | | | 1,028,440 | | |
Class R4 shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 1,309,732 | | | | 3,806,057 | | | | 2,719,886 | | | | 8,185,847 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 138,366 | | | | 400,399 | | | | 197,347 | | | | 593,380 | | |
Redemptions | | | (1,012,530 | ) | | | (2,919,839 | ) | | | (1,330,205 | ) | | | (3,989,433 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 435,568 | | | | 1,286,617 | | | | 1,587,028 | | | | 4,789,794 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity (continued) | |
Class R5 shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 14,048,664 | | | | 40,370,975 | | | | 52,110,057 | | | | 155,674,610 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 297,338 | | | | 852,190 | | | | 565,791 | | | | 1,685,683 | | |
Redemptions | | | (16,063,143 | ) | | | (45,640,913 | ) | | | (46,660,212 | ) | | | (137,878,040 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (1,717,141 | ) | | | (4,417,748 | ) | | | 6,015,636 | | | | 19,482,253 | | |
Class W shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 372,618 | | | | 1,074,990 | | | | 4,985,031 | | | | 14,742,158 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 172,106 | | | | 494,186 | | | | 1,085,422 | | | | 3,219,227 | | |
Redemptions | | | (10,031,027 | ) | | | (29,241,237 | ) | | | (16,459,636 | ) | | | (48,619,685 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (9,486,303 | ) | | | (27,672,061 | ) | | | (10,389,183 | ) | | | (30,658,300 | ) | |
Class Y shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 1,627,807 | | | | 4,662,757 | | | | 2,097,972 | | | | 6,262,088 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 110,508 | | | | 316,975 | | | | 129,502 | | | | 386,331 | | |
Redemptions | | | (317,456 | ) | | | (915,442 | ) | | | (662,886 | ) | | | (1,983,887 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 1,420,859 | | | | 4,064,290 | | | | 1,564,588 | | | | 4,664,532 | | |
Class Z shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 17,954,255 | | | | 51,520,218 | | | | 51,773,590 | | | | 154,723,841 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 609,971 | | | | 1,753,381 | | | | 1,186,731 | | | | 3,546,899 | | |
Redemptions | | | (19,026,898 | ) | | | (54,831,720 | ) | | | (36,341,640 | ) | | | (108,300,738 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (462,672 | ) | | | (1,558,121 | ) | | | 16,618,681 | | | | 49,970,002 | | |
Total net increase (decrease) | | | (26,391,022 | ) | | | (77,909,365 | ) | | | 27,486,690 | | | | 84,495,480 | | |
(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class A | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 3.04 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 2.78 | | | $ | 2.86 | | | $ | 2.61 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.20 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.23 | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | 0.25 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.40 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.45 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.00 | )(a) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 2.82 | | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 3.04 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 2.78 | | | $ | 2.86 | | |
Total return | | | (3.33 | %) | | | 3.12 | % | | | 6.55 | % | | | 14.55 | % | | | 3.99 | %(b) | | | 17.61 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.07 | %(d) | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.08 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.07 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.07 | %(f) | | | 1.07 | %(f) | | | 1.07 | %(f) | | | 1.04 | %(f) | | | 1.06 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 4.87 | %(d) | | | 4.76 | % | | | 5.36 | % | | | 5.72 | % | | | 6.54 | % | | | 7.16 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 1,156,817 | | | $ | 1,256,835 | | | $ | 1,357,909 | | | $ | 1,457,415 | | | $ | 1,170,173 | | | $ | 1,339,628 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 64 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 81 | % | | | 76 | % | | | 96 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.08%.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class B | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 3.04 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 2.78 | | | $ | 2.86 | | | $ | 2.61 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.18 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.22 | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | 0.25 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.11 | ) | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.37 | | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.43 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.00 | )(a) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 2.82 | | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 3.04 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 2.78 | | | $ | 2.86 | | |
Total return | | | (3.70 | %) | | | 2.35 | % | | | 5.75 | % | | | 13.69 | % | | | 3.20 | %(b) | | | 16.71 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.82 | %(d) | | | 1.83 | % | | | 1.82 | % | | | 1.82 | % | | | 1.84 | % | | | 1.84 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.82 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.82 | %(f) | | | 1.82 | %(f) | | | 1.82 | %(f) | | | 1.79 | %(f) | | | 1.82 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 4.10 | %(d) | | | 4.02 | % | | | 4.63 | % | | | 4.99 | % | | | 5.77 | % | | | 6.45 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 5,839 | | | $ | 9,309 | | | $ | 15,652 | | | $ | 27,239 | | | $ | 34,361 | | | $ | 62,820 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 64 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 81 | % | | | 76 | % | | | 96 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.08%.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class C | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 2.97 | | | $ | 3.02 | | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 2.76 | | | $ | 2.84 | | | $ | 2.59 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.18 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.22 | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | 0.25 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.11 | ) | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.37 | | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.43 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.00 | )(a) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 2.80 | | | $ | 2.97 | | | $ | 3.02 | | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 2.76 | | | $ | 2.84 | | |
Total return | | | (3.74 | %) | | | 2.38 | % | | | 5.92 | % | | | 13.78 | % | | | 3.20 | %(b) | | | 16.80 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.82 | %(d) | | | 1.83 | % | | | 1.82 | % | | | 1.83 | % | | | 1.83 | % | | | 1.84 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.82 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.78 | %(f) | | | 1.67 | %(f) | | | 1.80 | %(f) | | | 1.79 | %(f) | | | 1.82 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 4.12 | %(d) | | | 4.06 | % | | | 4.76 | % | | | 4.98 | % | | | 5.79 | % | | | 6.42 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 74,131 | | | $ | 87,006 | | | $ | 97,714 | | | $ | 97,487 | | | $ | 75,596 | | | $ | 76,237 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 64 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 81 | % | | | 76 | % | | | 96 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.08%.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class I | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 3.03 | | | $ | 3.00 | | | $ | 2.78 | | | $ | 2.86 | | | $ | 2.60 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.21 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.22 | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | 0.26 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.09 | ) | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.40 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.47 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.00 | )(a) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 2.82 | | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 3.03 | | | $ | 3.00 | | | $ | 2.78 | | | $ | 2.86 | | |
Total return | | | (3.14 | %) | | | 3.88 | % | | | 6.99 | % | | | 14.64 | % | | | 4.38 | %(b) | | | 18.52 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.66 | %(d) | | | 0.65 | % | | | 0.66 | % | | | 0.66 | % | | | 0.66 | % | | | 0.68 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.66 | %(d) | | | 0.65 | % | | | 0.66 | % | | | 0.66 | % | | | 0.66 | % | | | 0.68 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 5.28 | %(d) | | | 5.18 | % | | | 5.76 | % | | | 6.15 | % | | | 6.91 | % | | | 7.53 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 305,502 | | | $ | 315,944 | | | $ | 192,255 | | | $ | 112,742 | | | $ | 141,388 | | | $ | 132,684 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 64 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 81 | % | | | 76 | % | | | 96 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.08%.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class K | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 3.00 | | | $ | 3.04 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 2.79 | | | $ | 2.86 | | | $ | 2.61 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.20 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.22 | | | | (0.06 | ) | | | 0.25 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.11 | ) | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.39 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.45 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.00 | )(a) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 2.82 | | | $ | 3.00 | | | $ | 3.04 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 2.79 | | | $ | 2.86 | | |
Total return | | | (3.60 | %) | | | 3.58 | % | | | 6.67 | % | | | 14.26 | % | | | 4.44 | %(b) | | | 17.74 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.96 | %(d) | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.96 | % | | | 0.96 | % | | | 0.96 | % | | | 0.96 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.96 | %(d) | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.96 | % | | | 0.96 | % | | | 0.96 | % | | | 0.96 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 4.97 | %(d) | | | 4.88 | % | | | 5.48 | % | | | 5.84 | % | | | 6.62 | % | | | 7.27 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 37,972 | | | $ | 57,594 | | | $ | 54,345 | | | $ | 62,347 | | | $ | 63,276 | | | $ | 61,282 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 64 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 81 | % | | | 76 | % | | | 96 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.08%.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 3.00 | | | $ | 3.05 | | | $ | 3.02 | | | $ | 2.79 | | | $ | 2.87 | | | $ | 2.62 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.13 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.19 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.23 | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | 0.25 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.39 | | | | 0.10 | | | | 0.44 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.00 | )(a) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 2.83 | | | $ | 3.00 | | | $ | 3.05 | | | $ | 3.02 | | | $ | 2.79 | | | $ | 2.87 | | |
Total return | | | (3.44 | %) | | | 2.87 | % | | | 6.28 | % | | | 14.24 | % | | | 3.75 | %(b) | | | 17.23 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.32 | %(d) | | | 1.33 | % | | | 1.32 | % | | | 1.33 | % | | | 1.33 | % | | | 1.36 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.32 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.32 | %(f) | | | 1.32 | %(f) | | | 1.32 | %(f) | | | 1.29 | %(f) | | | 1.35 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 4.63 | %(d) | | | 4.51 | % | | | 5.10 | % | | | 5.45 | % | | | 6.29 | % | | | 6.86 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 20,117 | | | $ | 19,516 | | | $ | 18,782 | | | $ | 13,967 | | | $ | 7,582 | | | $ | 7,156 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 64 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 81 | % | | | 76 | % | | | 96 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.08%.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R4 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 3.06 | | | $ | 3.03 | | | $ | 2.80 | | | $ | 2.88 | | | $ | 2.62 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.20 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.23 | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | 0.26 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.09 | ) | | | 0.10 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.40 | | | | 0.10 | | | | 0.46 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.00 | )(a) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 2.84 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 3.06 | | | $ | 3.03 | | | $ | 2.80 | | | $ | 2.88 | | |
Total return | | | (3.18 | %) | | | 3.38 | % | | | 6.81 | % | | | 14.59 | % | | | 3.83 | %(b) | | | 17.81 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.82 | %(d) | | | 0.83 | % | | | 0.82 | % | | | 0.97 | % | | | 1.21 | % | | | 1.21 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.82 | %(d)(f) | | | 0.82 | %(f) | | | 0.82 | %(f) | | | 0.97 | % | | | 1.21 | % | | | 1.21 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 5.13 | %(d) | | | 5.01 | % | | | 5.60 | % | | | 5.82 | % | | | 6.37 | % | | | 6.99 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 15,377 | | | $ | 14,992 | | | $ | 10,379 | | | $ | 10,468 | | | $ | 8,176 | | | $ | 7,418 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 64 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 81 | % | | | 76 | % | | | 96 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.08%.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA HIGH YIELD BOND FUND
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R5 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 2.98 | | | $ | 3.04 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 2.78 | | | $ | 2.86 | | | $ | 2.61 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.21 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.23 | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | 0.25 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.09 | ) | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.41 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.46 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.00 | )(a) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 2.81 | | | $ | 2.98 | | | $ | 3.04 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 2.78 | | | $ | 2.86 | | |
Total return | | | (3.18 | %) | | | 3.15 | % | | | 6.93 | % | | | 14.96 | % | | | 4.32 | %(b) | | | 18.02 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.71 | %(d) | | | 0.71 | % | | | 0.71 | % | | | 0.71 | % | | | 0.71 | % | | | 0.73 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.71 | %(d) | | | 0.71 | % | | | 0.71 | % | | | 0.71 | % | | | 0.71 | % | | | 0.72 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 5.23 | %(d) | | | 5.12 | % | | | 5.71 | % | | | 6.06 | % | | | 6.76 | % | | | 7.48 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 26,514 | | | $ | 33,231 | | | $ | 15,564 | | | $ | 15,124 | | | $ | 8,675 | | | $ | 11,384 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 64 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 81 | % | | | 76 | % | | | 96 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.08%.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class W | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 2.97 | | | $ | 3.02 | | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 2.76 | | | $ | 2.84 | | | $ | 2.59 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.20 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.23 | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | 0.25 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.40 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.45 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.00 | )(a) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 2.80 | | | $ | 2.97 | | | $ | 3.02 | | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 2.76 | | | $ | 2.84 | | |
Total return | | | (3.37 | %) | | | 3.11 | % | | | 6.54 | % | | | 14.61 | % | | | 3.97 | %(b) | | | 17.65 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.08 | %(d) | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.11 | % | | | 1.10 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.07 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.07 | %(f) | | | 1.07 | %(f) | | | 1.07 | %(f) | | | 1.05 | %(f) | | | 1.09 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 4.89 | %(d) | | | 4.79 | % | | | 5.32 | % | | | 5.72 | % | | | 6.59 | % | | | 7.16 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 14,456 | | | $ | 43,487 | | | $ | 75,524 | | | $ | 50,998 | | | $ | 44,832 | | | $ | 89,506 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 64 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 81 | % | | | 76 | % | | | 96 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.08%.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class Y | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 3.03 | | | $ | 3.00 | | | $ | 2.92 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.10 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.08 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.09 | ) | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.18 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 2.82 | | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 3.03 | | | $ | 3.00 | | |
Total return | | | (3.14 | %) | | | 3.89 | % | | | 6.98 | % | | | 6.16 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.66 | %(c) | | | 0.65 | % | | | 0.66 | % | | | 0.58 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.66 | %(c) | | | 0.65 | % | | | 0.66 | % | | | 0.58 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 5.30 | %(c) | | | 5.18 | % | | | 5.71 | % | | | 6.06 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 14,063 | | | $ | 10,668 | | | $ | 6,091 | | | $ | 3 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 64 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 81 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class Z | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 3.04 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 2.78 | | | $ | 2.85 | | | $ | 2.72 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.14 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.23 | | | | (0.06 | ) | | | 0.12 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.10 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.40 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.26 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.00 | )(b) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 2.82 | | | $ | 2.99 | | | $ | 3.04 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | $ | 2.78 | | | $ | 2.85 | | |
Total return | | | (3.21 | %) | | | 3.37 | % | | | 6.81 | % | | | 14.84 | % | | | 4.59 | %(c) | | | 9.87 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(d) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.82 | %(e) | | | 0.83 | % | | | 0.82 | % | | | 0.82 | % | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.73 | %(e) | |
Total net expenses(f) | | | 0.82 | %(e)(g) | | | 0.82 | %(g) | | | 0.82 | %(g) | | | 0.82 | %(g) | | | 0.78 | %(g) | | | 0.73 | %(e) | |
Net investment income | | | 5.12 | %(e) | | | 5.01 | % | | | 5.58 | % | | | 5.86 | % | | | 6.58 | % | | | 7.37 | %(e) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 195,329 | | | $ | 208,466 | | | $ | 161,293 | | | $ | 153,684 | | | $ | 35,492 | | | $ | 12,526 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 64 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 81 | % | | | 76 | % | | | 96 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) Rounds to zero.
(c) The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.08%.
(d) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(e) Annualized.
(f) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(g) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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Note 1. Organization
Columbia High Yield Bond Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class W, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 4.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.
Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.
Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
Debt securities generally are valued by pricing services approved by the Board of Trustees (the Board) based
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upon market transactions for normal, institutional-size trading units of similar securities. The services may use various pricing techniques that take into account, as applicable, factors such as yield, quality, coupon rate, maturity, type of issue, trading characteristics and other data, as well as broker quotes. Debt securities for which quotations are not readily available or not believed to be reflective of market value may also be valued based upon a bid quote from an approved independent broker-dealer. Debt securities maturing in 60 days or less are valued primarily at amortized cost value, unless this method results in a valuation that management believes does not approximate market value.
All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.
Senior loan securities for which reliable market quotations are readily available are generally valued by pricing services at the average of the bids received.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Futures and options on futures contracts are valued based upon the settlement price at the close of regular trading on their principal exchanges or, in the absence of transactions, at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices.
Swap transactions are valued through an independent pricing service or broker, or if neither is available, through an internal model based upon observable inputs.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use
assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.
Derivative Instruments
The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives. Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.
A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The Fund's risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange's clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract;
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therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker's customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker's customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.
In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument's payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.
Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount
threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.
Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund's net asset value declines by a stated percentage over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Futures Contracts
Futures contracts are exchange traded and represent commitments for the future purchase or sale of an asset at a specified price on a specified date. The Fund bought and sold futures contracts to manage the duration and yield curve exposure of the Fund versus the benchmark. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Upon entering into futures contracts, the Fund bears risks that it may not achieve the anticipated benefits of the futures contracts and may realize a loss. Additional risks include counterparty credit risk, the possibility of an illiquid market, and that a change in the value of the contract or option may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying asset.
Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund pledges cash or securities with the broker in an amount sufficient to meet the initial margin requirement. The initial margin deposit must be maintained at an established level over the life of the contract. Cash deposited as initial margin is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments. Subsequent
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payments (variation margin) are made or received by the Fund each day. The variation margin payments are equal to the daily change in the contract value and are recorded as variation margin receivable or payable and are offset in unrealized gains or losses. The Fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Futures contracts involve, to varying degrees, risk of loss in excess of the variation margin disclosed in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Swap Contracts
Swap contracts are negotiated in the over-the-counter market and may be entered into as a bilateral contract or centrally cleared (centrally cleared swap contract). In a centrally cleared swap contract, immediately following execution of the swap contract with a broker, the swap contract is novated to a central counterparty (the CCP) and the CCP becomes the Fund's counterparty to the centrally cleared swap contract. The Fund is required to deposit initial margin with the broker in the form of cash or securities in an amount that varies depending on the size and risk profile of the particular swap contract. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments and cash deposited is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Unlike a bilateral swap contract, for centrally cleared swap contracts, the Fund has minimal credit exposure to the counterparty because the CCP stands between the Fund and the counterparty. Swap contracts are marked-to-market daily and changes in value are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation). The daily change in valuation of centrally cleared swap contracts, if any, is recorded as a receivable or payable for variation margin in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Credit Default Swap Contracts
The Fund entered into credit default swap contracts to manage the cash position. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Credit default swap contracts are agreements in which one party pays fixed periodic payments to a counterparty in consideration for a guarantee from the counterparty to make a specific payment should a specified credit event(s) take place. Although specified credit events are contract specific, credit events are generally defined as bankruptcy, failure to pay, restructuring, obligation acceleration, obligation default, or repudiation/moratorium.
As the purchaser of a credit default swap contract, the Fund purchases protection by paying a periodic interest rate on the notional amount to the counterparty. The interest amount is accrued daily as a component of
unrealized appreciation (depreciation) and is recorded as a realized loss upon payment. If a credit event as specified in the contract occurs, the Fund may have the option either to deliver the reference obligation to the seller in exchange for a cash payment of its par amount, or to receive a net cash settlement equal to the par amount less an agreed-upon value of the reference obligation as of the date of the credit event. The difference between the value of the obligation or cash delivered and the notional amount received will be recorded as a realized gain (loss).
Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements
The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those fair values in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities; and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Statement of Operations, including realized and unrealized gains (losses). The derivative instrument schedules following the Portfolio of Investments present additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.
The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for the six months ended November 30 , 2015:
Derivative Instrument | | Average Notional Amounts ($) | |
Futures contracts — Short | | | 59,765,594 | * | |
Credit default swap contracts — sell protection | | | 1,509,066 | ** | |
*Based on the ending quarterly outstanding amounts for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
**Based on the daily outstanding amounts for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
The following table is a summary of the fair value of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) at November 30, 2015:
Liability Derivatives | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value ($) | |
Interest rate risk | | Net assets — unrealized depreciation on futures contracts | | | 115,063
| * | |
*Includes cumulative appreciation (depreciation) as reported in the tables following the Portfolio of Investments. Only the current day's variation margin is reported in receivables or payables in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
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The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Statement of Operations for the six months ended November 30, 2015:
Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Futures Contracts ($) | | Swap Contracts ($) | | Total ($) | |
Credit risk | | | — | | | | (54,316 | ) | | | (54,316 | ) | |
Interest rate risk | | | (250,123 | ) | | | — | | | | (250,123 | ) | |
Total | | | (250,123 | ) | | | (54,316 | ) | | | (304,439 | ) | |
Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) on Derivatives Recognized in Income | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Futures Contracts ($) | | Swap Contracts ($) | | Total ($) | |
Interest rate risk | | | (9,858 | ) | | | — | | | | (9,858 | ) | |
Investments in Senior Loans
The Fund may invest in senior loan assignments. When the Fund purchases an assignment of a senior loan, the Fund typically has direct rights against the borrower; provided, however, that the Fund's rights may be more limited than the lender from which it acquired the assignment and the Fund may be able to enforce its rights only through an administrative agent. Although certain senior loan assignments are secured by collateral, the Fund could experience delays or limitations in realizing such collateral or have its interest subordinated to other indebtedness of the obligor. In the event that the administrator or collateral agent of a loan becomes insolvent, enters into receivership or bankruptcy, the Fund may incur costs and delays in realizing payment or may suffer a loss of principal and/or interest. The risk of loss is greater for unsecured or subordinated loans. In addition, senior loan assignments are vulnerable to market, economic or other conditions or events that may reduce the demand for senior loan assignments and certain senior loan assignments which were liquid, when purchased, may become illiquid.
The Fund may enter into senior loan assignments where all or a portion of the loan may be unfunded. The Fund is obligated to fund these commitments at the borrower's discretion. These commitments are generally traded and priced in the same manner as other senior loan securities and are disclosed as unfunded senior loan commitments in the Fund's Portfolio of Investments with a corresponding payable for investments purchased. The Fund designates cash or liquid securities to cover these commitments.
Delayed Delivery Securities
The Fund may trade securities on other than normal settlement terms, including securities purchased or sold on a "when-issued" basis. This may increase risk to the Fund since the other party to the transaction may fail to deliver, which could cause the Fund to subsequently invest at less advantageous prices. The Fund designates cash or liquid securities in an amount equal to the delayed delivery commitment.
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Trade date for senior loans purchased in the primary market is the date on which the loan is allocated. Trade date for senior loans purchased in the secondary market is the date on which the transaction is entered into.
Income Recognition
Interest income is recorded on an accrual basis. Market premiums and discounts, including original issue discounts, are amortized and accreted, respectively, over the expected life of the security on all debt securities, unless otherwise noted.
The Fund may place a debt security on non-accrual status and reduce related interest income when it becomes probable that the interest will not be collected and the amount of uncollectible interest can be reasonably estimated. A defaulted debt security is removed from non-accrual status when the issuer resumes interest payments or when collectibility of interest is reasonably assured.
Corporate actions and dividend income are recorded on the ex-dividend date.
Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.
The value of additional securities received as an income payment is recorded as income and increases the cost basis of such securities.
The Fund may receive other income from senior loans, including amendment fees, consent fees and commitment fees. These fees are recorded as income when received by the Fund. These amounts are included in Interest Income in the Statement of Operations.
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Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and
the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.66% to 0.40% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.63% of the Fund's average daily net assets.
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $3,647,195, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $414,567.
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,795.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for
such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
Class A | | | 0.16 | % | |
Class B | | | 0.16 | | |
Class C | | | 0.16 | | |
Class K | | | 0.05 | | |
Class R | | | 0.16 | | |
Class R4 | | | 0.16 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | | |
Class W | | | 0.16 | | |
Class Z | | | 0.16 | | |
The Fund and certain other associated investment companies have severally, but not jointly, guaranteed the performance and observance of all the terms and conditions of a lease entered into by Seligman Data Corp. (SDC), the former transfer agent, including the payment of rent by SDC (the Guaranty). SDC was the legacy Seligman funds' former transfer agent.
The lease and the Guaranty expire in January 2019. At November 30, 2015, the Fund's total potential future obligation over the life of the Guaranty is $92,139. The liability remaining at November 30, 2015 for non-recurring charges associated with the lease amounted to $48,529 and is recorded as a part of the payable for other expenses in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, these
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minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $3,198.
Plan Administration Fees
Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class A and Class W shares, a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.50% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares (of which up to 0.25% may be used for shareholder services) and a fee at an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares. For Class B and Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $2,465,000 and $6,869,000 for Class B and Class C shares, respectively. These amounts are based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015, and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. To the extent the unreimbursed expense has been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is reduced.
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $244,441 for Class A, $832 for Class B and $1,131 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating
expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:
| | Contractual Expense Cap October 1, 2015 Through September 30, 2016 | | Voluntary Expense Cap Prior to October 1, 2015 | |
Class A | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.07 | % | |
Class B | | | 1.82 | | | | 1.82 | | |
Class C | | | 1.82 | | | | 1.82 | | |
Class I | | | 0.70 | | | | 0.70 | | |
Class K | | | 1.00 | | | | 1.00 | | |
Class R | | | 1.32 | | | | 1.32 | | |
Class R4 | | | 0.82 | | | | 0.82 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.75 | | | | 0.75 | | |
Class W | | | 1.07 | | | | 1.07 | | |
Class Y | | | 0.70 | | | | 0.70 | | |
Class Z | | | 0.82 | | | | 0.82 | | |
The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $1,903,095,000 and the aggregate gross approximate
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
Unrealized appreciation | | $ | 24,783,000 | | |
Unrealized depreciation | | | (77,004,000 | ) | |
Net unrealized depreciation | | $ | (52,221,000 | ) | |
The following capital loss carryforwards, determined as of May 31, 2015, may be available to reduce taxable income arising from future net realized gains on investments, if any, to the extent permitted by the Internal Revenue Code:
Year of Expiration | | Amount ($) | |
2016 | | | 1,222,449 | | |
2017 | | | 101,035,752 | | |
2018 | | | 55,132,247 | | |
Total | | | 157,390,448 | | |
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $391,568,527 and $471,492,457, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of
shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, affiliated shareholders of record owned 65.1% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
Credit Risk
Credit risk is the risk that the value of debt securities in the Fund's portfolio may decline because the issuer may default and fail to pay interest or repay principal when due. Rating agencies assign credit ratings to debt securities to indicate their credit risk. Lower rated or unrated debt securities held by the Fund may present increased credit risk as compared to higher-rated debt securities.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Interest Rate Risk
Interest rate risk is the risk of losses attributable to changes in interest rates. In general, if prevailing interest rates rise, the values of debt securities tend to fall, and if interest rates fall, the values of debt securities tend to rise. Actions by governments and central banking authorities can result in increases in interest rates. Increasing interest rates may negatively affect the value of debt securities held by the Fund, resulting in a negative impact on the Fund's performance and net asset value per share. In general, the longer the maturity or duration of a debt security, the greater its sensitivity to changes in interest rates.
Liquidity Risk
Liquidity risk is the risk associated with a lack of marketability of investments which may make it difficult to sell the investment at a desirable time or price. Changing regulatory, market or other conditions or environments (for example, the interest rate or credit environments) may adversely affect the liquidity of the Fund's investments. The Fund may have to accept a lower selling price for the holding, sell other investments, or forego another, more appealing investment opportunity. Generally, the less liquid the market at the time the Fund sells a portfolio investment, the greater the risk of loss or decline of value to the Fund. A less liquid market can lead to an increase in Fund redemptions, which may negatively impact Fund performance and net asset value per share, including, for example, if the Fund is forced to sell securities in a down market.
High-Yield Securities Risk
Securities rated below investment grade (commonly called "high-yield" or "junk" bonds) and unrated securities of comparable quality expose the Fund to a greater risk of loss of principal and income than a fund that invests solely or primarily in investment grade securities. In addition, these investments have greater price fluctuations, are less liquid and are more likely to experience a default than higher-rated securities. High-yield securities are considered to be predominantly speculative with respect to the issuer's capacity to pay interest and repay principal.
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 7
above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a
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material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia High Yield Bond Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).
On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management
The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.
The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no
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proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was slightly higher than the median ratio, but lower than the 60th percentile of the Fund's Lipper peer universe. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
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Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
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Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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Columbia High Yield Bond Fund
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This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
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ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.
With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $471 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***
Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.
Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.
* In U.S. dollars as of September 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q3 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.
** Source: ICI as of September 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
*** Source: Investment Association as of September 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.
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Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.
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ACTIVE PORTFOLIOS® MULTI-MANAGER VALUE FUND
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
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Performance Overview | | | 3 | | |
Portfolio Overview | | | 4 | | |
Understanding Your Fund's Expenses | | | 5 | | |
Portfolio of Investments | | | 6 | | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | 16 | | |
Statement of Operations | | | 17 | | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | | | 18 | | |
Financial Highlights | | | 19 | | |
Notes to Financial Statements | | | 20 | | |
Approval of Investment Management Services and Subadvisory Agreements | | | 28 | | |
Important Information About This Report | | | 31 | | |
ACTIVE PORTFOLIOS® MULTI-MANAGER VALUE FUND
PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
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Performance Summary
n Active Portfolios® Multi-Manager Value Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -3.38% for the six-month period that ended November 30, 2015.
n The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Russell 1000 Value Index, which returned -3.08% for the same time period.
Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015)
| | Inception | | 6 Months Cumulative | | 1 Year | | Life | |
Class A | | 04/20/12 | | | -3.38 | | | | -2.13 | | | | 11.16 | | |
Russell 1000 Value Index | | | | | | | -3.08 | | | | -1.11 | | | | 13.89 | | |
All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
The Russell 1000 Value Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of those stocks in the Russell 1000 Index with lower price-to-book ratios and lower forecasted growth values.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
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Portfolio Management
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC
Steven Schroll
Paul Stocking
Dean Ramos, CFA
Dimensional Fund Advisors LP
Joseph Chi, CFA
Jed Fogdall
Henry Gray
Lukas Smart, CFA*
*Effective August 7, 2015, Mr. Smart was named a Portfolio Manager of the Fund.
Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.
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Top Ten Holdings (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
AT&T, Inc. | | | 4.3 | | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | | | 3.8 | | |
Pfizer, Inc. | | | 3.6 | | |
Intel Corp. | | | 2.8 | | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 2.6 | | |
Microsoft Corp. | | | 2.6 | | |
Chevron Corp. | | | 2.5 | | |
Philip Morris International, Inc. | | | 2.5 | | |
Altria Group, Inc. | | | 2.5 | | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 2.3 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."
Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.
Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Common Stocks | | | 95.9 | | |
Equity-Linked Notes | | | 2.6 | | |
Limited Partnerships | | | 0.0 | (a) | |
Money Market Funds | | | 1.5 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.
(a) Rounds to zero.
Equity Sector Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 8.4 | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 11.2 | | |
Energy | | | 16.6 | | |
Financials | | | 13.0 | | |
Health Care | | | 13.8 | | |
Industrials | | | 9.9 | | |
Information Technology | | | 13.2 | | |
Materials | | | 3.4 | | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 7.0 | | |
Utilities | | | 3.5 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES
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As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
| | Account Value at the Beginning of the Period ($) | | Account Value at the End of the Period ($) | | Expenses Paid During the Period ($) | | Fund's Annualized Expense Ratio (%) | |
| | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 966.20 | | | | 1,019.56 | | | | 5.62 | | | | 5.77 | | | | 1.13 | | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
Common Stocks 96.0%
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 8.1% | |
Auto Components 0.2% | |
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. (The) | | | 64,816 | | | | 2,260,782 | | |
Johnson Controls, Inc. | | | 11,319 | | | | 520,674 | | |
Visteon Corp.(a) | | | 3,728 | | | | 447,025 | | |
Total | | | | | 3,228,481 | | |
Automobiles 1.1% | |
Ford Motor Co. | | | 669,951 | | | | 9,600,398 | | |
General Motors Co. | | | 257,986 | | | | 9,339,093 | | |
Total | | | | | 18,939,491 | | |
Diversified Consumer Services —% | |
Graham Holdings Co., Class B | | | 1,042 | | | | 563,983 | | |
Service Corp. International | | | 9,553 | | | | 266,051 | | |
Total | | | | | 830,034 | | |
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 1.8% | |
Carnival Corp. | | | 45,863 | | | | 2,317,458 | | |
Darden Restaurants, Inc. | | | 349 | | | | 19,603 | | |
Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc. | | | 29,815 | | | | 692,304 | | |
Hyatt Hotels Corp., Class A(a) | | | 3,693 | | | | 182,028 | | |
McDonald's Corp. | | | 195,673 | | | | 22,338,030 | | |
MGM Resorts International(a) | | | 134,742 | | | | 3,064,033 | | |
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. | | | 45,972 | | | | 4,257,467 | | |
Total | | | | | 32,870,923 | | |
Household Durables 0.7% | |
D.R. Horton, Inc. | | | 100,744 | | | | 3,255,039 | | |
Garmin Ltd. | | | 19,000 | | | | 719,150 | | |
Lennar Corp., Class A | | | 50,632 | | | | 2,592,865 | | |
Lennar Corp., Class B | | | 1,697 | | | | 70,595 | | |
Mohawk Industries, Inc.(a) | | | 10,768 | | | | 2,053,673 | | |
PulteGroup, Inc. | | | 57,543 | | | | 1,120,938 | | |
Toll Brothers, Inc.(a) | | | 17,420 | | | | 647,675 | | |
Whirlpool Corp. | | | 8,798 | | | | 1,429,851 | | |
Total | | | | | 11,889,786 | | |
Internet & Catalog Retail 0.2% | |
Liberty Interactive Corp., Class A(a) | | | 111,447 | | | | 2,951,116 | | |
Liberty Ventures, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 22,179 | | | | 953,919 | | |
Total | | | | | 3,905,035 | | |
Leisure Products 0.4% | |
Mattel, Inc. | | | 316,975 | | | | 7,879,998 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Media 3.0% | |
Cable One, Inc. | | | 761 | | | | 339,604 | | |
Comcast Corp., Class A | | | 65,749 | | | | 4,013,319 | | |
Comcast Corp., Class A | | | 398,887 | | | | 24,276,263 | | |
Liberty Broadband Corp. Class A(a) | | | 586 | | | | 31,064 | | |
Liberty Broadband Corp. Class C(a) | | | 5,446 | | | | 287,603 | | |
Liberty Media Corp., Class A(a) | | | 12,259 | | | | 496,612 | | |
Liberty Media Corp., Class C(a) | | | 24,891 | | | | 973,238 | | |
Madison Square Garden Co. (The), Class A(a) | | | 3,538 | | | | 574,783 | | |
News Corp., Class A | | | 31,805 | | | | 456,402 | | |
News Corp., Class B | | | 14,504 | | | | 209,728 | | |
Pearson PLC | | | 237,275 | | | | 2,951,791 | | |
TEGNA, Inc. | | | 17,511 | | | | 494,686 | | |
Time Warner Cable, Inc. | | | 20,108 | | | | 3,715,355 | | |
Time Warner, Inc. | | | 142,541 | | | | 9,975,019 | | |
Vivendi SA | | | 191,879 | | | | 4,040,403 | | |
Total | | | | | 52,835,870 | | |
Multiline Retail 0.2% | |
Dillard's, Inc., Class A | | | 10,044 | | | | 753,300 | | |
Kohl's Corp. | | | 66,401 | | | | 3,129,479 | | |
Total | | | | | 3,882,779 | | |
Specialty Retail 0.3% | |
Best Buy Co., Inc. | | | 52,763 | | | | 1,676,808 | | |
GameStop Corp., Class A | | | 35,574 | | | | 1,246,157 | | |
Penske Automotive Group, Inc. | | | 22,793 | | | | 1,063,522 | | |
Staples, Inc. | | | 118,861 | | | | 1,434,652 | | |
Total | | | | | 5,421,139 | | |
Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods 0.2% | |
PVH Corp. | | | 13,692 | | | | 1,249,942 | | |
Ralph Lauren Corp. | | | 11,785 | | | | 1,463,815 | | |
Total | | | | | 2,713,757 | | |
Total Consumer Discretionary | | | | | 144,397,293 | | |
CONSUMER STAPLES 10.7% | |
Beverages 0.5% | |
Coca-Cola Co. (The) | | | 63,826 | | | | 2,720,264 | | |
Molson Coors Brewing Co., Class B | | | 16,496 | | | | 1,518,127 | | |
PepsiCo, Inc. | | | 54,511 | | | | 5,459,822 | | |
Total | | | | | 9,698,213 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Food & Staples Retailing 1.1% | |
CVS Health Corp. | | | 155,916 | | | | 14,670,136 | | |
Safeway, Inc. Casa Ley CVR(a)(b)(c) | | | 60,717 | | | | 61,622 | | |
Safeway, Inc. PDC CVR(a)(b)(c) | | | 60,717 | | | | 2,963 | | |
Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. | | | 3,917 | | | | 329,146 | | |
Wesfarmers Ltd. | | | 150,658 | | | | 4,140,286 | | |
Total | | | | | 19,204,153 | | |
Food Products 2.1% | |
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. | | | 110,442 | | | | 4,030,029 | | |
Bunge Ltd. | | | 37,817 | | | | 2,518,990 | | |
ConAgra Foods, Inc. | | | 13,382 | | | | 547,725 | | |
General Mills, Inc. | | | 181,106 | | | | 10,460,682 | | |
Ingredion, Inc. | | | 19,994 | | | | 1,970,809 | | |
JM Smucker Co. (The) | | | 25,801 | | | | 3,126,823 | | |
Kraft Heinz Co. (The) | | | 49,174 | | | | 3,623,632 | | |
Mondelez International, Inc., Class A | | | 122,374 | | | | 5,342,849 | | |
Pinnacle Foods, Inc. | | | 25,614 | | | | 1,115,234 | | |
Seaboard Corp.(a) | | | 3 | | | | 9,900 | | |
TreeHouse Foods, Inc.(a) | | | 400 | | | | 34,584 | | |
Tyson Foods, Inc., Class A | | | 97,120 | | | | 4,856,000 | | |
Total | | | | | 37,637,257 | | |
Household Products 0.9% | |
Energizer Holdings, Inc. | | | 4,223 | | | | 142,822 | | |
Procter & Gamble Co. (The) | | | 203,437 | | | | 15,225,225 | | |
Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. | | | 2,134 | | | | 202,111 | | |
Total | | | | | 15,570,158 | | |
Personal Products —% | |
Edgewell Personal Care Co. | | | 4,223 | | | | 339,952 | | |
Tobacco 6.1% | |
Altria Group, Inc. | | | 755,136 | | | | 43,495,833 | | |
British American Tobacco PLC | | | 295,082 | | | | 17,190,270 | | |
Philip Morris International, Inc. | | | 509,092 | | | | 44,489,550 | | |
Reynolds American, Inc. | | | 93,865 | | | | 4,341,256 | | |
Total | | | | | 109,516,909 | | |
Total Consumer Staples | | | | | 191,966,642 | | |
ENERGY 15.9% | |
Energy Equipment & Services 0.5% | |
Baker Hughes, Inc. | | | 37,375 | | | | 2,020,866 | | |
Helmerich & Payne, Inc. | | | 32,301 | | | | 1,881,533 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Nabors Industries Ltd. | | | 6,672 | | | | 67,454 | | |
National Oilwell Varco, Inc. | | | 54,098 | | | | 2,020,019 | | |
Transocean Ltd. | | | 60,489 | | | | 868,622 | | |
Weatherford International PLC(a) | | | 173,614 | | | | 1,876,768 | | |
Total | | | | | 8,735,262 | | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 15.4% | |
Anadarko Petroleum Corp. | | | 77,894 | | | | 4,665,851 | | |
Apache Corp. | | | 42,170 | | | | 2,073,921 | | |
BP PLC, ADR | | | 258,812 | | | | 8,954,895 | | |
Chesapeake Energy Corp. | | | 139,842 | | | | 736,967 | | |
Chevron Corp. | | | 491,104 | | | | 44,847,617 | | |
Concho Resources, Inc.(a) | | | 5,814 | | | | 636,284 | | |
ConocoPhillips | | | 551,147 | | | | 29,789,495 | | |
Devon Energy Corp. | | | 43,680 | | | | 2,009,717 | | |
Enbridge, Inc. | | | 51,070 | | | | 1,810,431 | | |
EOG Resources, Inc. | | | 46,267 | | | | 3,860,056 | | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | | | 832,694 | | | | 67,997,792 | | |
Gulfport Energy Corp.(a) | | | 1,144 | | | | 29,080 | | |
Hess Corp. | | | 52,890 | | | | 3,120,510 | | |
HollyFrontier Corp. | | | 51,271 | | | | 2,465,110 | | |
Kinder Morgan, Inc. | | | 516,625 | | | | 12,176,851 | | |
Marathon Oil Corp. | | | 139,093 | | | | 2,435,518 | | |
Marathon Petroleum Corp. | | | 82,555 | | | | 4,822,038 | | |
Newfield Exploration Co.(a) | | | 36,554 | | | | 1,398,556 | | |
Noble Energy, Inc. | | | 11,119 | | | | 407,734 | | |
Occidental Petroleum Corp. | | | 440,125 | | | | 33,269,049 | | |
Phillips 66 | | | 238,618 | | | | 21,840,705 | | |
Range Resources Corp. | | | 7,774 | | | | 222,181 | | |
Royal Dutch Shell PLC, Class A | | | 248,490 | | | | 6,148,936 | | |
Spectra Energy Corp. | | | 300,044 | | | | 7,861,153 | | |
Suncor Energy, Inc. | | | 99,076 | | | | 2,734,498 | | |
Tesoro Corp. | | | 33,424 | | | | 3,849,442 | | |
Valero Energy Corp. | | | 91,610 | | | | 6,583,095 | | |
Whiting Petroleum Corp.(a) | | | 20,025 | | | | 330,613 | | |
Total | | | | | 277,078,095 | | |
Total Energy | | | | | 285,813,357 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
FINANCIALS 12.5% | |
Banks 5.5% | |
Bank of America Corp. | | | 630,652 | | | | 10,992,264 | | |
Bank of Montreal | | | 79,295 | | | | 4,570,564 | | |
BB&T Corp. | | | 74,844 | | | | 2,890,475 | | |
BOK Financial Corp. | | | 6,972 | | | | 480,022 | | |
CIT Group, Inc. | | | 25,134 | | | | 1,079,757 | | |
Citigroup, Inc. | | | 187,439 | | | | 10,138,575 | | |
Comerica, Inc. | | | 15,342 | | | | 711,102 | | |
Fifth Third Bancorp | | | 167,484 | | | | 3,461,894 | | |
Huntington Bancshares, Inc. | | | 207,823 | | | | 2,429,451 | | |
Investors Bancorp, Inc. | | | 22,996 | | | | 294,809 | | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 605,018 | | | | 40,342,600 | | |
KeyCorp | | | 163,770 | | | | 2,147,025 | | |
M&T Bank Corp. | | | 23,213 | | | | 2,909,285 | | |
PacWest Bancorp | | | 12,134 | | | | 570,541 | | |
People's United Financial, Inc. | | | 26,655 | | | | 446,471 | | |
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (The) | | | 61,958 | | | | 5,917,608 | | |
Regions Financial Corp. | | | 232,084 | | | | 2,353,332 | | |
SunTrust Banks, Inc. | | | 60,283 | | | | 2,617,488 | | |
Wells Fargo & Co. | | | 56,607 | | | | 3,119,046 | | |
Zions Bancorporation | | | 27,834 | | | | 833,907 | | |
Total | | | | | 98,306,216 | | |
Capital Markets 1.7% | |
Bank of New York Mellon Corp. (The) | | | 142,020 | | | | 6,226,157 | | |
BlackRock, Inc. | | | 14,393 | | | | 5,235,022 | | |
E*TRADE Financial Corp.(a) | | | 34,069 | | | | 1,036,720 | | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The) | | | 63,364 | | | | 12,040,427 | | |
Invesco Ltd. | | | 25,063 | | | | 844,372 | | |
Legg Mason, Inc. | | | 10,118 | | | | 449,037 | | |
Morgan Stanley | | | 87,568 | | | | 3,003,582 | | |
State Street Corp. | | | 27,381 | | | | 1,987,313 | | |
Total | | | | | 30,822,630 | | |
Consumer Finance 1.1% | |
Ally Financial, Inc.(a) | | | 125,607 | | | | 2,507,116 | | |
Capital One Financial Corp. | | | 96,194 | | | | 7,552,191 | | |
Santander Consumer USA Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 4,933 | | | | 87,018 | | |
Synchrony Financial(a) | | | 270,864 | | | | 8,621,601 | | |
Total | | | | | 18,767,926 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Diversified Financial Services 0.2% | |
CME Group, Inc. | | | 17,396 | | | | 1,698,720 | | |
Leucadia National Corp. | | | 30,575 | | | | 540,566 | | |
Nasdaq, Inc. | | | 14,055 | | | | 823,904 | | |
Voya Financial, Inc. | | | 14,616 | | | | 594,871 | | |
Total | | | | | 3,658,061 | | |
Insurance 3.9% | |
ACE Ltd. | | | 18,523 | | | | 2,127,367 | | |
Aflac, Inc. | | | 68,912 | | | | 4,495,819 | | |
Alleghany Corp.(a) | | | 2,400 | | | | 1,222,464 | | |
Allied World Assurance Co. Holdings AG | | | 5,412 | | | | 196,564 | | |
Allstate Corp. (The) | | | 68,615 | | | | 4,306,277 | | |
American Financial Group, Inc. | | | 14,368 | | | | 1,063,232 | | |
American International Group, Inc. | | | 164,148 | | | | 10,436,530 | | |
Arch Capital Group Ltd.(a) | | | 11,201 | | | | 811,737 | | |
Assurant, Inc. | | | 12,198 | | | | 1,043,173 | | |
Assured Guaranty Ltd. | | | 34,966 | | | | 924,501 | | |
Axis Capital Holdings Ltd. | | | 9,588 | | | | 536,928 | | |
Chubb Corp. (The) | | | 16,284 | | | | 2,125,551 | | |
Cincinnati Financial Corp. | | | 19,347 | | | | 1,182,295 | | |
CNA Financial Corp. | | | 3,492 | | | | 128,296 | | |
Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd. | | | 2,993 | | | | 197,418 | | |
Everest Re Group Ltd. | | | 13,000 | | | | 2,397,720 | | |
First American Financial Corp. | | | 6,715 | | | | 264,840 | | |
FNF Group | | | 14,886 | | | | 533,663 | | |
Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The) | | | 135,349 | | | | 6,177,328 | | |
Lincoln National Corp. | | | 28,063 | | | | 1,543,184 | | |
Loews Corp. | | | 65,032 | | | | 2,464,063 | | |
Markel Corp.(a) | | | 1,172 | | | | 1,060,859 | | |
MetLife, Inc. | | | 64,897 | | | | 3,315,588 | | |
Old Republic International Corp. | | | 43,614 | | | | 826,921 | | |
PartnerRe Ltd. | | | 7,061 | | | | 982,397 | | |
Principal Financial Group, Inc. | | | 93,337 | | | | 4,803,122 | | |
Prudential Financial, Inc. | | | 26,196 | | | | 2,267,264 | | |
Reinsurance Group of America, Inc. | | | 9,990 | | | | 917,881 | | |
RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. | | | 11,445 | | | | 1,267,648 | | |
Travelers Companies, Inc. (The) | | | 53,591 | | | | 6,139,921 | | |
Unum Group | | | 43,810 | | | | 1,606,951 | | |
Validus Holdings Ltd. | | | 6,795 | | | | 320,588 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd. | | | 242 | | | | 195,536 | | |
WR Berkley Corp. | | | 21,890 | | | | 1,218,397 | | |
XL Group PLC | | | 30,307 | | | | 1,157,121 | | |
Total | | | | | 70,259,144 | | |
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) —% | |
Communications Sales & Leasing, Inc.(a) | | | 29,997 | | | | 583,441 | | |
Thrifts & Mortgage Finance 0.1% | |
New York Community Bancorp, Inc. | | | 70,937 | | | | 1,163,367 | | |
Total Financials | | | | | 223,560,785 | | |
HEALTH CARE 13.3% | |
Biotechnology 0.5% | |
AbbVie, Inc. | | | 154,909 | | | | 9,007,958 | | |
Baxalta, Inc. | | | 13,520 | | | | 464,818 | | |
Total | | | | | 9,472,776 | | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies 0.6% | |
Alere, Inc.(a) | | | 850 | | | | 35,079 | | |
Boston Scientific Corp.(a) | | | 103,448 | | | | 1,891,029 | | |
Hologic, Inc.(a) | | | 47,476 | | | | 1,915,657 | | |
Medtronic PLC | | | 70,935 | | | | 5,344,243 | | |
Teleflex, Inc. | | | 6,434 | | | | 847,358 | | |
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | | | 3,954 | | | | 399,394 | | |
Total | | | | | 10,432,760 | | |
Health Care Providers & Services 2.2% | |
Aetna, Inc. | | | 61,912 | | | | 6,361,458 | | |
Amsurg Corp.(a) | | | 2,233 | | | | 187,706 | | |
Anthem, Inc. | | | 47,388 | | | | 6,178,447 | | |
Brookdale Senior Living, Inc.(a) | | | 14,916 | | | | 335,311 | | |
CIGNA Corp. | | | 13,350 | | | | 1,801,983 | | |
Community Health Systems, Inc.(a) | | | 30,870 | | | | 893,378 | | |
Express Scripts Holding Co.(a) | | | 124,664 | | | | 10,656,279 | | |
Humana, Inc. | | | 39,232 | | | | 6,616,869 | | |
Laboratory Corp. of America Holdings(a) | | | 10,808 | | | | 1,313,604 | | |
Mednax, Inc.(a) | | | 8,437 | | | | 602,149 | | |
Quest Diagnostics, Inc. | | | 36,593 | | | | 2,500,034 | | |
UnitedHealth Group, Inc. | | | 8,433 | | | | 950,483 | | |
Universal Health Services, Inc., Class B | | | 3,138 | | | | 381,330 | | |
Total | | | | | 38,779,031 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Life Sciences Tools & Services 0.5% | |
Agilent Technologies, Inc. | | | 18,305 | | | | 765,515 | | |
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 1,981 | | | | 276,785 | | |
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. | | | 50,409 | | | | 6,976,606 | | |
Total | | | | | 8,018,906 | | |
Pharmaceuticals 9.5% | |
Allergan PLC(a) | | | 23,937 | | | | 7,513,585 | | |
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. | | | 417,619 | | | | 27,984,649 | | |
Eli Lilly & Co. | | | 170,221 | | | | 13,964,931 | | |
GlaxoSmithKline PLC | | | 207,577 | | | | 4,237,720 | | |
Johnson & Johnson | | | 337,534 | | | | 34,171,942 | | |
Mallinckrodt PLC(a) | | | 9,744 | | | | 661,715 | | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | | | 339,652 | | | | 18,004,953 | | |
Perrigo Co. PLC | | | 1,300 | | | | 194,207 | | |
Pfizer, Inc. | | | 1,955,360 | | | | 64,077,147 | | |
Total | | | | | 170,810,849 | | |
Total Health Care | | | | | 237,514,322 | | |
INDUSTRIALS 9.5% | |
Aerospace & Defense 2.4% | |
BAE Systems PLC | | | 692,057 | | | | 5,383,512 | | |
L-3 Communications Holdings, Inc. | | | 25,179 | | | | 3,082,161 | | |
Lockheed Martin Corp. | | | 122,789 | | | | 26,910,437 | | |
Orbital ATK, Inc. | | | 5,627 | | | | 483,416 | | |
Precision Castparts Corp. | | | 12,523 | | | | 2,899,576 | | |
Textron, Inc. | | | 73,470 | | | | 3,134,965 | | |
Total | | | | | 41,894,067 | | |
Air Freight & Logistics 0.3% | |
FedEx Corp. | | | 34,414 | | | | 5,455,996 | | |
Airlines 0.6% | |
JetBlue Airways Corp.(a) | | | 102,735 | | | | 2,541,664 | | |
Southwest Airlines Co. | | | 183,720 | | | | 8,429,073 | | |
Total | | | | | 10,970,737 | | |
Building Products 0.1% | |
Owens Corning | | | 39,808 | | | | 1,864,607 | | |
Commercial Services & Supplies 0.9% | |
ADT Corp. (The) | | | 51,851 | | | | 1,839,155 | | |
KAR Auction Services, Inc. | | | 34,933 | | | | 1,325,009 | | |
Republic Services, Inc. | | | 110,695 | | | | 4,862,831 | | |
RR Donnelley & Sons Co. | | | 375,975 | | | | 6,049,438 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Waste Connections, Inc. | | | 29,525 | | | | 1,609,112 | | |
Total | | | | | 15,685,545 | | |
Construction & Engineering 0.2% | |
AECOM(a) | | | 14,754 | | | | 469,620 | | |
Chicago Bridge & Iron Co. NV | | | 15,461 | | | | 660,957 | | |
Fluor Corp. | | | 19,798 | | | | 962,183 | | |
Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.(a) | | | 22,071 | | | | 974,214 | | |
Quanta Services, Inc.(a) | | | 43,723 | | | | 964,092 | | |
Total | | | | | 4,031,066 | | |
Electrical Equipment 0.2% | |
Eaton Corp. PLC | | | 63,558 | | | | 3,696,533 | | |
Industrial Conglomerates 1.8% | |
Carlisle Companies, Inc. | | | 5,955 | | | | 526,720 | | |
Danaher Corp. | | | 29,502 | | | | 2,843,698 | | |
General Electric Co. | | | 958,017 | | | | 28,683,029 | | |
Total | | | | | 32,053,447 | | |
Machinery 1.5% | |
AGCO Corp. | | | 28,746 | | | | 1,444,774 | | |
Caterpillar, Inc. | | | 94,145 | | | | 6,839,634 | | |
Colfax Corp.(a) | | | 14,314 | | | | 387,480 | | |
Cummins, Inc. | | | 20,591 | | | | 2,066,719 | | |
Dover Corp. | | | 32,321 | | | | 2,129,954 | | |
Ingersoll-Rand PLC | | | 49,572 | | | | 2,908,389 | | |
PACCAR, Inc. | | | 43,966 | | | | 2,284,473 | | |
Pentair PLC | | | 43,085 | | | | 2,442,920 | | |
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. | | | 51,070 | | | | 5,574,801 | | |
Trinity Industries, Inc. | | | 42,297 | | | | 1,148,364 | | |
Total | | | | | 27,227,508 | | |
Marine —% | |
Kirby Corp.(a) | | | 4,365 | | | | 281,979 | | |
Professional Services 0.1% | |
ManpowerGroup, Inc. | | | 14,021 | | | | 1,265,816 | | |
Nielsen Holdings PLC | | | 5,207 | | | | 243,062 | | |
Towers Watson & Co. | | | 886 | | | | 119,176 | | |
Total | | | | | 1,628,054 | | |
Road & Rail 1.4% | |
AMERCO | | | 78 | | | | 31,621 | | |
Avis Budget Group, Inc.(a) | | | 29,777 | | | | 1,113,362 | | |
CSX Corp. | | | 170,417 | | | | 4,844,955 | | |
Genesee & Wyoming, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 8,697 | | | | 602,441 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 112,975 | | | | 1,791,784 | | |
Kansas City Southern | | | 27,979 | | | | 2,543,851 | | |
Norfolk Southern Corp. | | | 46,314 | | | | 4,402,609 | | |
Ryder System, Inc. | | | 16,990 | | | | 1,120,660 | | |
Union Pacific Corp. | | | 106,562 | | | | 8,945,880 | | |
Total | | | | | 25,397,163 | | |
Trading Companies & Distributors —% | |
Air Lease Corp. | | | 9,684 | | | | 325,673 | | |
Total Industrials | | | | | 170,512,375 | | |
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 12.6% | |
Communications Equipment 2.8% | |
Arris Group, Inc.(a) | | | 14,070 | | | | 430,120 | | |
Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. | | | 91,560 | | | | 859,290 | | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 1,717,391 | | | | 46,798,905 | | |
EchoStar Corp., Class A(a) | | | 6,480 | | | | 253,433 | | |
Juniper Networks, Inc. | | | 28,677 | | | | 864,038 | | |
Total | | | | | 49,205,786 | | |
Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components 0.5% | |
Arrow Electronics, Inc.(a) | | | 29,693 | | | | 1,679,436 | | |
Avnet, Inc. | | | 41,437 | | | | 1,877,925 | | |
Corning, Inc. | | | 125,317 | | | | 2,347,187 | | |
Flextronics International Ltd.(a) | | | 5,011 | | | | 56,374 | | |
Ingram Micro, Inc., Class A | | | 25,858 | | | | 799,788 | | |
Jabil Circuit, Inc. | | | 50,811 | | | | 1,300,254 | | |
Trimble Navigation Ltd.(a) | | | 13,081 | | | | 299,555 | | |
Total | | | | | 8,360,519 | | |
Internet Software & Services 0.1% | |
IAC/InterActiveCorp | | | 10,397 | | | | 652,828 | | |
Yahoo!, Inc.(a) | | | 41,739 | | | | 1,411,195 | | |
Total | | | | | 2,064,023 | | |
IT Services 0.9% | |
Amdocs Ltd. | | | 27,252 | | | | 1,541,646 | | |
Computer Sciences Corp. | | | 29,967 | | | | 938,866 | | |
CSRA, Inc.(a) | | | 29,967 | | | | 944,260 | | |
Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. | | | 71,601 | | | | 4,558,836 | | |
Paychex, Inc. | | | 89,302 | | | | 4,844,633 | | |
Xerox Corp. | | | 347,312 | | | | 3,664,142 | | |
Total | | | | | 16,492,383 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 3.4% | |
First Solar, Inc.(a) | | | 12,021 | | | | 679,307 | | |
Intel Corp. | | | 1,441,610 | | | | 50,124,780 | | |
Lam Research Corp. | | | 43,118 | | | | 3,371,828 | | |
Marvell Technology Group Ltd. | | | 41,275 | | | | 365,696 | | |
Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. | | | 74,601 | | | | 2,892,281 | | |
Micron Technology, Inc.(a) | | | 34,822 | | | | 554,714 | | |
NVIDIA Corp. | | | 104,434 | | | | 3,312,646 | | |
Teradyne, Inc. | | | 19,091 | | | | 396,711 | | |
Total | | | | | 61,697,963 | | |
Software 3.3% | |
Activision Blizzard, Inc. | | | 148,018 | | | | 5,574,358 | | |
CA, Inc. | | | 126,349 | | | | 3,551,670 | | |
Microsoft Corp. | | | 859,257 | | | | 46,700,618 | | |
Nuance Communications, Inc.(a) | | | 25,244 | | | | 528,357 | | |
Symantec Corp. | | | 112,447 | | | | 2,201,712 | | |
Synopsys, Inc.(a) | | | 15,424 | | | | 772,434 | | |
Total | | | | | 59,329,149 | | |
Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 1.6% | |
EMC Corp. | | | 288,148 | | | | 7,301,670 | | |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co.(a) | | | 313,920 | | | | 4,664,851 | | |
HP, Inc. | | | 480,018 | | | | 6,019,426 | | |
Seagate Technology PLC | | | 241,228 | | | | 8,669,735 | | |
Western Digital Corp. | | | 33,098 | | | | 2,065,646 | | |
Total | | | | | 28,721,328 | | |
Total Information Technology | | | | | 225,871,151 | | |
MATERIALS 3.3% | |
Chemicals 1.8% | |
Airgas, Inc. | | | 13,967 | | | | 1,930,240 | | |
Albemarle Corp. | | | 3,337 | | | | 178,730 | | |
Ashland, Inc. | | | 16,856 | | | | 1,898,828 | | |
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. | | | 72,105 | | | | 3,326,925 | | |
Dow Chemical Co. (The) | | | 242,807 | | | | 12,657,529 | | |
Eastman Chemical Co. | | | 54,539 | | | | 3,962,258 | | |
EI du Pont de Nemours & Co. | | | 78,185 | | | | 5,264,978 | | |
Mosaic Co. (The) | | | 77,602 | | | | 2,455,327 | | |
Olin Corp. | | | 7,743 | | | | 168,565 | | |
PPG Industries, Inc. | | | 7,810 | | | | 825,829 | | |
Westlake Chemical Corp. | | | 2,348 | | | | 140,997 | | |
Total | | | | | 32,810,206 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Construction Materials 0.2% | |
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. | | | 5,901 | | | | 928,818 | | |
Vulcan Materials Co. | | | 20,399 | | | | 2,094,365 | | |
Total | | | | | 3,023,183 | | |
Containers & Packaging 0.1% | |
Bemis Co., Inc. | | | 10,602 | | | | 499,566 | | |
Westrock Co. | | | 32,802 | | | | 1,660,766 | | |
Total | | | | | 2,160,332 | | |
Metals & Mining 0.8% | |
Alcoa, Inc. | | | 196,577 | | | | 1,839,961 | | |
Freeport-McMoRan, Inc. | | | 114,739 | | | | 938,565 | | |
Newmont Mining Corp. | | | 91,681 | | | | 1,687,847 | | |
Nucor Corp. | | | 181,905 | | | | 7,539,962 | | |
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. | | | 23,436 | | | | 1,378,271 | | |
Steel Dynamics, Inc. | | | 50,689 | | | | 881,482 | | |
Total | | | | | 14,266,088 | | |
Paper & Forest Products 0.4% | |
International Paper Co. | | | 149,312 | | | | 6,245,721 | | |
Total Materials | | | | | 58,505,530 | | |
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 6.7% | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services 6.1% | |
AT&T, Inc. | | | 2,268,429 | | | | 76,378,005 | | |
BCE, Inc. | | | 166,146 | | | | 7,154,247 | | |
CenturyLink, Inc. | | | 596,555 | | | | 16,065,226 | | |
Frontier Communications Corp. | | | 278,881 | | | | 1,391,616 | | |
Level 3 Communications, Inc.(a) | | | 53,546 | | | | 2,721,743 | | |
Orange SA | | | 330,359 | | | | 5,710,306 | | |
Total | | | | | 109,421,143 | | |
Wireless Telecommunication Services 0.6% | |
Sprint Corp.(a) | | | 92,759 | | | | 338,570 | | |
T-Mobile USA, Inc.(a) | | | 45,235 | | | | 1,605,843 | | |
United States Cellular Corp.(a) | | | 3,857 | | | | 160,798 | | |
Vodafone Group PLC | | | 844,874 | | | | 2,853,500 | | |
Vodafone Group PLC, ADR | | | 186,854 | | | | 6,270,820 | | |
Total | | | | | 11,229,531 | | |
Total Telecommunication Services | | | | | 120,650,674 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
UTILITIES 3.4% | |
Electric Utilities 1.9% | |
American Electric Power Co., Inc. | | | 74,245 | | | | 4,158,462 | | |
Duke Energy Corp. | | | 128,429 | | | | 8,702,349 | | |
Exelon Corp. | | | 245,460 | | | | 6,703,513 | | |
PPL Corp. | | | 195,552 | | | | 6,656,590 | | |
Xcel Energy, Inc. | | | 220,696 | | | | 7,870,019 | | |
Total | | | | | 34,090,933 | | |
Gas Utilities 0.1% | |
UGI Corp. | | | 43,207 | | | | 1,497,987 | | |
Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers 0.1% | |
Calpine Corp.(a) | | | 86,601 | | | | 1,279,963 | | |
NRG Energy, Inc. | | | 66,231 | | | | 818,615 | | |
Total | | | | | 2,098,578 | | |
Multi-Utilities 1.3% | |
Ameren Corp. | | | 137,353 | | | | 6,010,567 | | |
CMS Energy Corp. | | | 56,678 | | | | 1,984,864 | | |
DTE Energy Co. | | | 41,888 | | | | 3,371,565 | | |
PG&E Corp. | | | 86,927 | | | | 4,583,661 | | |
Sempra Energy | | | 72,037 | | | | 7,148,231 | | |
Total | | | | | 23,098,888 | | |
Total Utilities | | | | | 60,786,386 | | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost: $1,647,271,034) | | | | | 1,719,578,515 | | |
Limited Partnerships —%
ENERGY —% | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels —% | |
EnLink Midstream LLC | | | 3,647 | | | | 61,525 | | |
Total Energy | | | | | 61,525 | | |
Total Limited Partnerships (Cost: $117,781) | | | | | 61,525 | | |
Equity-Linked Notes 2.6%
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Credit Suisse AG(d) (linked to common stock of Eli Lilly & Co.) 12/30/15 | | | 8.000 | % | | | 83,147 | | | | 6,831,358 | | |
(linked to common stock of Phillips 66) 12/17/15 | | | 11.800 | % | | | 31,242 | | | | 2,715,555 | | |
Equity-Linked Notes (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Deutsche Bank AG (linked to common stock of Intel Corp.)(d) 12/04/15 | | | 9.610 | % | | | 60,310 | | | | 1,824,739 | | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)(d) (linked to common stock of Charles Schwab Corp. (The)) 12/22/15 | | | 6.050 | % | | | 128,200 | | | | 4,280,111 | | |
(linked to common stock of General Electric Co.) 12/31/15 | | | 9.550 | % | | | 99,390 | | | | 2,717,372 | | |
Goldman Sachs International(d) (linked to common stock of Dow Chemical Co. (The)) 02/25/16 | | | 10.000 | % | | | 68,970 | | | | 3,578,446 | | |
(linked to common stock of Eastman Chemical Co.) 02/25/16 | | | 7.650 | % | | | 34,085 | | | | 2,462,273 | | |
(linked to common stock of Medtronic PLC) 01/21/16 | | | 6.550 | % | | | 58,760 | | | | 4,292,988 | | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank NA(d) (linked to common stock of Blackstone Group LP (The)) 02/23/16 | | | 15.360 | % | | | 122,460 | | | | 3,889,330 | | |
(linked to common stock of EI du Pont de Nemours & Co.) 02/23/16 | | | 6.450 | % | | | 108,490 | | | | 7,313,311 | | |
UBS AG (linked to common stock of KKR & Co. LP)(d) 02/25/16 | | | 20.650 | % | | | 242,960 | | | | 4,062,291 | | |
Wells Fargo Bank NA (linked to common stock of PPG Industries, Inc.)(d) 02/23/16 | | | 4.390 | % | | | 26,843 | | | | 2,823,078 | | |
Total Equity-Linked Notes (Cost: $45,984,279) | | | | | | | 46,790,852 | | |
Money Market Funds 1.5%
| | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(e)(f) | | | 26,922,465 | | | | 26,922,465 | | |
Total Money Market Funds (Cost: $26,922,465) | | | | | 26,922,465 | | |
Total Investments (Cost: $1,720,295,559) | | | | | 1,793,353,357 | | |
Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | (2,142,222 | ) | |
Net Assets | | | | | 1,791,211,135 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) Non-income producing investment.
(b) Identifies securities considered by the Investment Manager to be illiquid and may be difficult to sell. The aggregate value of such securities at November 30, 2015 was $64,585, which represents less than 0.01% of net assets. Information concerning such security holdings at November 30, 2015 is as follows:
Security Description | | Acquisition Dates | | Cost ($) | |
Safeway, Inc. Casa Ley CVR | | 01/28/2014 - 01/30/2014 | | | 8,416 | | |
Safeway, Inc. PDC CVR | | 01/28/2014 - 01/30/2014 | | | 372 | | |
(c) Represents fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $64,585, which represents less than 0.01% of net assets.
(d) Represents privately placed and other securities and instruments exempt from SEC registration (collectively, private placements), such as Section 4(a)(2) and Rule 144A eligible securities, which are often sold only to qualified institutional buyers. The Fund may invest in private placements determined to be liquid as well as those determined to be illiquid. Private placements may be determined to be liquid under guidelines established by the Fund's Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $46,790,852 or 2.61% of net assets.
(e) The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015.
(f) As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows:
Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | Purchase Cost ($) | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | Ending Cost ($) | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 46,425,295 | | | | 423,629,556 | | | | (443,132,386 | ) | | | 26,922,465 | | | | 19,935 | | | | 26,922,465 | | |
Abbreviation Legend
ADR American Depositary Receipt
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
> Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.
> Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).
> Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
Foreign equity securities actively traded in markets where there is a significant delay in the local close relative to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) are classified as Level 2. The values of these securities may include an adjustment to reflect the impact of significant market movements following the close of local trading, as described in Note 2 to the financial statements — Security Valuation.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at November 30, 2015:
| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Assets ($) | | Level 2 Markets for Identical Observable Inputs ($) | | Level 3 Other Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | Significant Total ($) | |
Investments | |
Common Stocks | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 137,405,099 | | | | 6,992,194 | | | | — | | | | 144,397,293 | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 170,571,501 | | | | 21,330,556 | | | | 64,585 | | | | 191,966,642 | | |
Energy | | | 279,664,421 | | | | 6,148,936 | | | | — | | | | 285,813,357 | | |
Financials | | | 223,560,785 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 223,560,785 | | |
Health Care | | | 233,276,602 | | | | 4,237,720 | | | | — | | | | 237,514,322 | | |
Industrials | | | 165,128,863 | | | | 5,383,512 | | | | — | | | | 170,512,375 | | |
Information Technology | | | 225,871,151 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 225,871,151 | | |
Materials | | | 58,505,530 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 58,505,530 | | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 112,086,868 | | | | 8,563,806 | | | | — | | | | 120,650,674 | | |
Utilities | | | 60,786,386 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 60,786,386 | | |
Total Common Stocks | | | 1,666,857,206 | | | | 52,656,724 | | | | 64,585 | | | | 1,719,578,515 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Assets ($) | | Level 2 Markets for Identical Observable Inputs ($) | | Level 3 Other Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | Significant Total ($) | |
Limited Partnerships | |
Energy | | | 61,525 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 61,525 | | |
Equity-Linked Notes | | | — | | | | 46,790,852 | | | | — | | | | 46,790,852 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 26,922,465 | | | | — | | | | 26,922,465 | | |
Total Investments | | | 1,666,918,731 | | | | 126,370,041 | | | | 64,585 | | | | 1,793,353,357 | | |
See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available. These assets include certain foreign securities for which a third party statistical pricing service may be employed for purposes of fair market valuation. The model utilized by such third party statistical pricing service takes into account a security's correlation to available market data including, but not limited to, intraday index, ADR, and exchange-traded fund movements.
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
Transfers In | | Transfers Out | |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | |
| — | | | | 46,425,295 | | | | 46,425,295 | | | | — | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Assets | |
Investments, at value | |
Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $1,693,373,094) | | $ | 1,766,430,892 | | |
Affiliated issuers (identified cost $26,922,465) | | | 26,922,465 | | |
Total investments (identified cost $1,720,295,559) | | | 1,793,353,357 | | |
Receivable for: | |
Investments sold | | | 7,337,308 | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 4,211,944 | | |
Dividends | | | 6,083,282 | | |
Interest | | | 13,309 | | |
Foreign tax reclaims | | | 271,983 | | |
Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager | | | 3,499 | | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 6,956 | | |
Total assets | | | 1,811,281,638 | | |
Liabilities | |
Due to custodian | | | 182,485 | | |
Payable for: | |
Investments purchased | | | 17,203,615 | | |
Capital shares purchased | | | 2,156,298 | | |
Investment management fees | | | 96,381 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 36,865 | | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 284,116 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 35,262 | | |
Other expenses | | | 75,481 | | |
Total liabilities | | | 20,070,503 | | |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 1,791,211,135 | | |
Represented by | |
Paid-in capital | | $ | 1,667,072,900 | | |
Undistributed net investment income | | | 8,266,561 | | |
Accumulated net realized gain | | | 42,852,675 | | |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | 73,057,798 | | |
Foreign currency translations | | | (38,799 | ) | |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 1,791,211,135 | | |
Class A | |
Net assets | | $ | 1,791,211,135 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 151,473,885 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 11.83 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Net investment income | |
Income: | |
Dividends — unaffiliated issuers | | $ | 27,967,138 | | |
Dividends — affiliated issuers | | | 19,935 | | |
Interest | | | 2,348,152 | | |
Foreign taxes withheld | | | (422,864 | ) | |
Total income | | | 29,912,361 | | |
Expenses: | |
Investment management fees | | | 5,788,707 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | |
Class A | | | 2,205,453 | | |
Transfer agent fees | |
Class A | | | 1,847,426 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 15,476 | | |
Custodian fees | | | 28,531 | | |
Printing and postage fees | | | 133,153 | | |
Registration fees | | | 16,532 | | |
Audit fees | | | 9,944 | | |
Legal fees | | | 10,531 | | |
Other | | | 20,365 | | |
Total expenses | | | 10,076,118 | | |
Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates | | | (134,379 | ) | |
Total net expenses | | | 9,941,739 | | |
Net investment income | | | 19,970,622 | | |
Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investments | | | 11,621,419 | | |
Foreign currency translations | | | (117,890 | ) | |
Futures contracts | | | (57,996 | ) | |
Net realized gain | | | 11,445,533 | | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | (90,824,054 | ) | |
Foreign currency translations | | | (11,957 | ) | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (90,836,011 | ) | |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (79,390,478 | ) | |
Net decrease in net assets from operations | | $ | (59,419,856 | ) | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
Operations | |
Net investment income | | $ | 19,970,622 | | | $ | 38,776,451 | | |
Net realized gain | | | 11,445,533 | | | | 67,653,542 | | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (90,836,011 | ) | | | (257,454 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (59,419,856 | ) | | | 106,172,539 | | |
Distributions to shareholders | |
Net investment income | |
Class A | | | (19,523,288 | ) | | | (37,808,599 | ) | |
Net realized gains | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (86,159,567 | ) | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (19,523,288 | ) | | | (123,968,166 | ) | |
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (57,163,504 | ) | | | 192,162,908 | | |
Total increase (decrease) in net assets | | | (136,106,648 | ) | | | 174,367,281 | | |
Net assets at beginning of period | | | 1,927,317,783 | | | | 1,752,950,502 | | |
Net assets at end of period | | $ | 1,791,211,135 | | | $ | 1,927,317,783 | | |
Undistributed net investment income | | $ | 8,266,561 | | | $ | 7,819,227 | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | |
Class A shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 21,036,571 | | | | 246,027,209 | | | | 36,228,479 | | | | 448,971,978 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 1,651,754 | | | | 19,523,254 | | | | 10,223,902 | | | | 123,967,935 | | |
Redemptions | | | (26,948,042 | ) | | | (322,713,967 | ) | | | (30,622,141 | ) | | | (380,777,005 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (4,259,717 | ) | | | (57,163,504 | ) | | | 15,830,240 | | | | 192,162,908 | | |
Total net increase (decrease) | | | (4,259,717 | ) | | | (57,163,504 | ) | | | 15,830,240 | | | | 192,162,908 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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The following table is intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class A | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 12.38 | | | $ | 12.53 | | | $ | 11.99 | | | $ | 9.49 | | | $ | 10.00 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.13 | | | | 0.27 | | | | 0.25 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.02 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | 0.47 | | | | 1.67 | | | | 2.50 | | | | (0.53 | ) | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.42 | ) | | | 0.74 | | | | 1.92 | | | | 2.68 | | | | (0.51 | ) | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | — | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.62 | ) | | | (1.18 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.89 | ) | | | (1.38 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 11.83 | | | $ | 12.38 | | | $ | 12.53 | | | $ | 11.99 | | | $ | 9.49 | | |
Total return | | | (3.38 | %) | | | 6.16 | % | | | 17.18 | % | | | 28.49 | % | | | (5.10 | %) | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.15 | %(c) | | | 1.13 | % | | | 1.20 | %(d) | | | 1.24 | % | | | 1.38 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.13 | %(c) | | | 1.11 | % | | | 1.08 | %(d) | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.08 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 2.27 | %(c) | | | 2.18 | % | | | 2.05 | % | | | 1.70 | % | | | 2.46 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 1,791,211 | | | $ | 1,927,318 | | | $ | 1,752,951 | | | $ | 750,935 | | | $ | 576,769 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 39 | % | | | 55 | % | | | 99 | % | | | 55 | % | | | 3 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from April 20, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 1. Organization
Active Portfolios® Multi-Manager Value Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund only offers Class A shares that are available only to certain eligible investors through certain wrap fee programs sponsored and/or managed by Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial) or its affiliates.
Class A shares are not subject to any front-end sales charge or contingent deferred sales charge.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.
Debt securities generally are valued by pricing services approved by the Board of Trustees (the Board) based upon market transactions for normal, institutional-size trading units of similar securities. The services may use various pricing techniques that take into account, as applicable, factors such as yield, quality, coupon rate, maturity, type of issue, trading characteristics and other data, as well as broker quotes. Debt securities for which quotations are not readily available or not believed to be reflective of market value may also be valued based upon a bid quote from an approved independent broker-dealer. Debt securities maturing in 60 days or less are valued primarily at amortized cost value, unless this method results in a valuation that management believes does not approximate market value.
Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board, including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Futures and options on futures contracts are valued based upon the settlement price at the close of regular trading on their principal exchanges or, in the absence of transactions, at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management
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believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations
The values of all assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are generally translated into U.S. dollars at exchange rates determined at the close of the NYSE. Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions and translations include gains (losses) arising from the fluctuation in exchange rates between trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, gains (losses) arising from the disposition of foreign currency and currency gains (losses) between the accrual and payment dates on dividends, interest income and foreign withholding taxes.
For financial statement purposes, the Fund does not distinguish that portion of gains (losses) on investments which is due to changes in foreign exchange rates from that which is due to changes in market prices of the investments. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments in the Statement of Operations.
Derivative Instruments
The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives. Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to
pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.
A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The Fund's risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange's clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker's customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker's customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.
In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange
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contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument's payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.
Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.
Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund's net asset value declines by a stated percentage over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on
whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Futures Contracts
Futures contracts are exchange traded and represent commitments for the future purchase or sale of an asset at a specified price on a specified date. The Fund bought and sold futures contracts to maintain appropriate equity market exposure while keeping sufficient cash to accommodate daily redemptions. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Upon entering into futures contracts, the Fund bears risks that it may not achieve the anticipated benefits of the futures contracts and may realize a loss. Additional risks include counterparty credit risk, the possibility of an illiquid market, and that a change in the value of the contract or option may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying asset.
Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund pledges cash or securities with the broker in an amount sufficient to meet the initial margin requirement. The initial margin deposit must be maintained at an established level over the life of the contract. Cash deposited as initial margin is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received by the Fund each day. The variation margin payments are equal to the daily change in the contract value and are recorded as variation margin receivable or payable and are offset in unrealized gains or losses. The Fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Futures contracts involve, to varying degrees, risk of loss in excess of the variation margin disclosed in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements
The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those fair values in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities; and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Statement of Operations, including realized and unrealized gains (losses). The derivative instrument
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schedules following the Portfolio of Investments present additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.
At November 30, 2015, the Fund has no outstanding derivatives.
The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Statement of Operations for the six months ended November 30, 2015:
Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Futures Contracts ($) | |
Equity risk | | | (57,996 | ) | |
The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for the six months ended November 30, 2015:
Derivative Instrument | | Average notional amounts ($)* | |
Futures contracts — Long | | | — | | |
*Based on the ending quarterly outstanding amounts for the six months ended November 30, 2015. While there was no notional amount of futures contracts outstanding at any quarter end, the Fund did enter into futures contracts during the six months; the gain (loss) associated with this activity is presented in the Statement of Operations.
Equity-Linked Notes
The Fund may invest in equity-linked notes (ELNs). An ELN is a debt instrument whose value is based on the value of a single equity security, basket of equity securities or an index of equity securities (each, an Underlying Equity). An ELN typically provides interest income, thereby offering a yield advantage over investing directly in an Underlying Equity. However, the holder of an ELN may have limited or no benefit from any appreciation in the Underlying Equity, but is exposed to various risks, including, without limitation, volatility, issuer and market risk. The Fund may purchase ELNs that trade on a securities exchange or those that trade on the over-the-counter markets, including securities offered and sold under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The Fund may also purchase an ELN in a privately negotiated transaction with the issuer of the ELN (or its broker-dealer affiliate).
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.
Interest income is recorded on an accrual basis. Market premiums and discounts, including original issue discounts, are amortized and accreted, respectively, over the expected life of the security on all debt securities, unless otherwise noted.
The Fund may place a debt security on non-accrual status and reduce related interest income when it becomes probable that the interest will not be collected and the amount of uncollectible interest can be reasonably estimated. A defaulted debt security is removed from non-accrual status when the issuer resumes interest payments or when collectibility of interest is reasonably assured.
The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.
Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund.
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Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Foreign Taxes
The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.
Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid each calendar quarter. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The Investment Manager is responsible for the ultimate oversight of investments made by the Fund. The Fund's subadviser (see Subadvisory Agreement below) has the primary responsibility for the day-to-day portfolio management of their portion of the Fund. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.72% to 0.52% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.66% of the Fund's average daily net assets.
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $3,555,830, and the
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administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $320,837.
Subadvisory Agreement
The Investment Manager has entered into a Subadvisory Agreement with Dimensional Fund Advisors, LP (DFA), to subadvise a portion of the Fund. The Investment Manager compensates DFA to manage the investments of a portion of the Fund's assets.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,688.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees
based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rate as a percentage of average daily net assets for Class A shares was 0.21%.
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. The Board has approved, and the Fund has adopted, distribution and shareholder service plans (the Plans) applicable to certain share classes, which set the distribution and service fees for the Fund. These fees are calculated daily and are intended to compensate the Distributor and/or eligible selling and/or servicing agents for selling shares of the Fund and providing services to investors.
The Fund may pay distribution and service fees up to a maximum annual rate of 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares (comprised of up to 0.25% for distribution services and up to 0.25% for shareholder liaison services).
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft
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charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rate of:
| | Contractual Expense Cap October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016 | | Voluntary Expense Cap Prior to October 1, 2015 | |
Class A | | | 1.13 | % | | | 1.13 | % | |
The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $1,720,296,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
Unrealized appreciation | | $ | 162,536,000 | | |
Unrealized depreciation | | | (89,479,000 | ) | |
Net unrealized appreciation | | $ | 73,057,000 | | |
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns
for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $669,965,533 and $709,002,415, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended November 30, 2015.
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Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, affiliated shareholders of record owned 100% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 7 above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation,
class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Active Portfolios® Multi-Manager Value Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (the Subadviser), the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.
On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements). Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser
The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.
With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, detailed information regarding the process employed by Columbia Management for selecting and overseeing affiliated and unaffiliated subadvisers and the planned enhancements for the Subadviser investment oversight, research and monitoring program, including a restructuring and bolstering of the subadvisory oversight and research team. The Board took into account the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS (continued)
service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser's code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser's organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser's capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the Subadvisory Agreement. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement, including the scope of services required to be performed. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. It was observed that no material changes were recommended to the Subadvisory Agreement.
Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the Subadviser was in a position to provide quality services to the Fund.
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.
Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management's process for monitoring the Subadviser and the enhancements being implemented to the program. The Board considered, in particular, management's rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in the Board's analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was slightly below the peer universe's median expense ratio shown in the reports.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS (continued)
Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to the Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts. Based on its reviews, including recommendations from JDL, the Board concluded that the Fund's investment management and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
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COLUMBIA SMALL/MID CAP VALUE FUND



ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.
With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $471 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***
Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.
Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.
* In U.S. dollars as of September 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q3 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.
** Source: ICI as of September 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
*** Source: Investment Association as of September 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.
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COLUMBIA SMALL/MID CAP VALUE FUND
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
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Performance Overview | | | 3 | | |
Portfolio Overview | | | 4 | | |
Understanding Your Fund's Expenses | | | 5 | | |
Portfolio of Investments | | | 6 | | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | 11 | | |
Statement of Operations | | | 14 | | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | | | 15 | | |
Financial Highlights | | | 18 | | |
Notes to Financial Statements | | | 29 | | |
Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement | | | 36 | | |
Important Information About This Report | | | 39 | | |
COLUMBIA SMALL/MID CAP VALUE FUND
PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Performance Summary
n Columbia Small/Mid Cap Value Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -5.88% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended November 30, 2015.
n The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Russell 2500 Value Index, which returned -3.64% for the same time period.
Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015)
| | Inception | | 6 Months Cumulative | | 1 Year | | 5 Years | | 10 Years | |
Class A | | 02/14/02 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -5.88 | | | | -0.02 | | | | 10.56 | | | | 6.78 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -11.28 | | | | -5.74 | | | | 9.26 | | | | 6.16 | | |
Class B | | 02/14/02 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -6.24 | | | | -0.71 | | | | 9.76 | | | | 5.97 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -10.92 | | | | -4.91 | | | | 9.48 | | | | 5.97 | | |
Class C | | 02/14/02 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -6.24 | | | | -0.81 | | | | 9.74 | | | | 5.98 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -7.18 | | | | -1.64 | | | | 9.74 | | | | 5.98 | | |
Class I | | 03/04/04 | | | -5.74 | | | | 0.40 | | | | 11.08 | | | | 7.27 | | |
Class K | | 02/14/02 | | | -5.83 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 10.72 | | | | 6.95 | | |
Class R* | | 12/11/06 | | | -6.07 | | | | -0.35 | | | | 10.30 | | | | 6.48 | | |
Class R4* | | 12/11/06 | | | -5.78 | | | | 0.28 | | | | 10.71 | | | | 6.80 | | |
Class R5* | | 12/11/06 | | | -5.71 | | | | 0.28 | | | | 10.99 | | | | 7.17 | | |
Class W* | | 12/01/06 | | | -5.93 | | | | -0.02 | | | | 10.57 | | | | 6.80 | | |
Class Y* | | 06/13/13 | | | -5.69 | | | | 0.32 | | | | 10.79 | | | | 6.89 | | |
Class Z* | | 09/27/10 | | | -5.76 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 10.87 | | | | 6.93 | | |
Russell 2500 Value Index | | | | | | | -3.64 | | | | 0.48 | | | | 11.91 | | | | 7.00 | | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.
The Russell 2500 Value Index measures the performance of the small to mid-cap value segment of the U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell 2500 companies that are considered more value oriented relative to the overall market as defined by Russell's leading style methodology.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Portfolio Management
Jarl Ginsberg, CFA, CAIA
Christian Stadlinger, Ph.D., CFA
David Hoffman
Morningstar Style BoxTM

The Morningstar Style BoxTM is based on a fund's portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.
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Top Ten Holdings (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Huntington Bancshares, Inc. | | | 1.6 | | |
Zions Bancorporation | | | 1.5 | | |
Umpqua Holdings Corp. | | | 1.4 | | |
Comerica, Inc. | | | 1.3 | | |
Highwoods Properties, Inc. | | | 1.3 | | |
JCPenney Co., Inc. | | | 1.3 | | |
Southwest Gas Corp. | | | 1.3 | | |
Helen of Troy Ltd. | | | 1.3 | | |
Fairchild Semiconductor International, Inc. | | | 1.3 | | |
Flagstar Bancorp, Inc. | | | 1.2 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled "Portfolio of Investments."
Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.
Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Common Stocks | | | 95.2 | | |
Exchange-Traded Funds | | | 0.4 | | |
Limited Partnerships | | | 0.9 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | 3.5 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.
Equity Sector Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 13.6 | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 4.4 | | |
Energy | | | 5.7 | | |
Financials | | | 35.9 | | |
Health Care | | | 4.8 | | |
Industrials | | | 15.4 | | |
Information Technology | | | 8.2 | | |
Materials | | | 4.8 | | |
Utilities | | | 7.2 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES
(Unaudited)
As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
| | Account Value at the Beginning of the Period ($) | | Account Value at the End of the Period ($) | | Expenses Paid During the Period ($) | | Fund's Annualized Expense Ratio (%) | |
| | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 941.20 | | | | 1,019.01 | | | | 6.08 | | | | 6.33 | | | | 1.24 | | |
Class B | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 937.60 | | | | 1,015.21 | | | | 9.74 | | | | 10.14 | | | | 1.99 | | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 937.60 | | | | 1,015.21 | | | | 9.74 | | | | 10.14 | | | | 1.99 | | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 942.60 | | | | 1,021.18 | | | | 3.98 | | | | 4.14 | | | | 0.81 | | |
Class K | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 941.70 | | | | 1,019.56 | | | | 5.55 | | | | 5.77 | | | | 1.13 | | |
Class R | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 939.30 | | | | 1,017.74 | | | | 7.30 | | | | 7.60 | | | | 1.49 | | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 942.20 | | | | 1,020.27 | | | | 4.86 | | | | 5.05 | | | | 0.99 | | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 942.90 | | | | 1,020.83 | | | | 4.32 | | | | 4.49 | | | | 0.88 | | |
Class W | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 940.70 | | | | 1,019.11 | | | | 5.98 | | | | 6.23 | | | | 1.22 | | |
Class Y | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 943.10 | | | | 1,021.03 | | | | 4.13 | | | | 4.29 | | | | 0.84 | | |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 942.40 | | | | 1,020.27 | | | | 4.86 | | | | 5.05 | | | | 0.99 | | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
Common Stocks 95.7%
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 13.2% | |
Auto Components 1.7% | |
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc.(a) | | | 192,000 | | | | 7,691,520 | | |
Tenneco, Inc.(a) | | | 172,000 | | | | 9,267,360 | | |
Total | | | | | 16,958,880 | | |
Diversified Consumer Services 1.5% | |
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Co.(a) | | | 277,800 | | | | 5,489,328 | | |
Nord Anglia Education, Inc.(a) | | | 435,000 | | | | 9,235,050 | | |
Total | | | | | 14,724,378 | | |
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 1.7% | |
Bloomin' Brands, Inc. | | | 265,000 | | | | 4,587,150 | | |
Penn National Gaming, Inc.(a) | | | 340,000 | | | | 5,423,000 | | |
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc.(a) | | | 98,000 | | | | 6,613,040 | | |
Total | | | | | 16,623,190 | | |
Household Durables 2.8% | |
D.R. Horton, Inc. | | | 322,000 | | | | 10,403,820 | | |
Helen of Troy Ltd.(a) | | | 118,000 | | | | 12,202,380 | | |
KB Home | | | 350,000 | | | | 4,931,500 | | |
Total | | | | | 27,537,700 | | |
Media 2.1% | |
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc., Class A | | | 250,000 | | | | 6,352,500 | | |
EW Scripps Co. (The), Class A | | | 111,530 | | | | 2,446,968 | | |
Media General, Inc.(a) | | | 242,140 | | | | 3,760,434 | | |
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc., Class A | | | 251,000 | | | | 8,810,100 | | |
Total | | | | | 21,370,002 | | |
Multiline Retail 1.2% | |
JCPenney Co., Inc.(a) | | | 1,550,000 | | | | 12,353,500 | | |
Specialty Retail 2.2% | |
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. | | | 535,000 | | | | 8,329,950 | | |
Best Buy Co., Inc. | | | 250,000 | | | | 7,945,000 | | |
TravelCenters of America LLC(a) | | | 542,300 | | | | 5,390,462 | | |
Total | | | | | 21,665,412 | | |
Total Consumer Discretionary | | | | | 131,233,062 | | |
CONSUMER STAPLES 4.2% | |
Food & Staples Retailing 2.8% | |
Performance Food Group Co.(a) | | | 350,000 | | | | 8,095,500 | | |
Rite Aid Corp.(a) | | | 1,287,000 | | | | 10,141,560 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
SUPERVALU, Inc.(a) | | | 1,410,000 | | | | 9,475,200 | | |
Total | | | | | 27,712,260 | | |
Food Products 1.1% | |
TreeHouse Foods, Inc.(a) | | | 132,000 | | | | 11,412,720 | | |
Personal Products 0.3% | |
Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc., Class A | | | 90,000 | | | | 3,138,300 | | |
Total Consumer Staples | | | | | 42,263,280 | | |
ENERGY 5.5% | |
Energy Equipment & Services 1.4% | |
Rowan Companies PLC, Class A | | | 265,000 | | | | 5,387,450 | | |
Weatherford International PLC(a) | | | 830,000 | | | | 8,972,300 | | |
Total | | | | | 14,359,750 | | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 4.1% | |
Aegean Marine Petroleum Network, Inc. | | | 650,000 | | | | 6,123,000 | | |
Carrizo Oil & Gas, Inc.(a) | | | 210,000 | | | | 8,479,800 | | |
Matador Resources Co.(a) | | | 420,000 | | | | 10,794,000 | | |
Parsley Energy, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 520,000 | | | | 10,218,000 | | |
PDC Energy, Inc.(a) | | | 82,000 | | | | 4,632,180 | | |
Total | | | | | 40,246,980 | | |
Total Energy | | | | | 54,606,730 | | |
FINANCIALS 33.8% | |
Banks 10.4% | |
Comerica, Inc. | | | 276,000 | | | | 12,792,600 | | |
Customers Bancorp, Inc.(a) | | | 330,000 | | | | 10,230,000 | | |
East West Bancorp, Inc. | | | 258,000 | | | | 11,192,040 | | |
Huntington Bancshares, Inc. | | | 1,355,500 | | | | 15,845,795 | | |
Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. | | | 145,000 | | | | 8,034,450 | | |
Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc.(a) | | | 195,000 | | | | 11,559,600 | | |
Umpqua Holdings Corp. | | | 755,000 | | | | 13,529,600 | | |
Wilshire Bancorp, Inc. | | | 450,000 | | | | 5,553,000 | | |
Zions Bancorporation | | | 490,000 | | | | 14,680,400 | | |
Total | | | | | 103,417,485 | | |
Capital Markets 2.4% | |
Affiliated Managers Group, Inc.(a) | | | 21,000 | | | | 3,721,830 | | |
E*TRADE Financial Corp.(a) | | | 385,000 | | | | 11,715,550 | | |
Virtu Financial, Inc. Class A | | | 390,000 | | | | 8,677,500 | | |
Total | | | | | 24,114,880 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Insurance 7.5% | |
American Equity Investment Life Holding Co. | | | 395,000 | | | | 10,589,950 | | |
Amtrust Financial Services, Inc. | | | 192,000 | | | | 12,001,920 | | |
Assured Guaranty Ltd. | | | 420,000 | | | | 11,104,800 | | |
CNO Financial Group, Inc. | | | 565,000 | | | | 11,429,950 | | |
FNF Group | | | 300,000 | | | | 10,755,000 | | |
Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The) | | | 210,000 | | | | 9,584,400 | | |
XL Group PLC | | | 255,000 | | | | 9,735,900 | | |
Total | | | | | 75,201,920 | | |
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 10.0% | |
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. | | | 115,000 | | | | 10,590,350 | | |
American Assets Trust, Inc. | | | 295,000 | | | | 11,743,950 | | |
CubeSmart | | | 335,000 | | | | 9,755,200 | | |
First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. | | | 370,000 | | | | 8,454,500 | | |
Highwoods Properties, Inc. | | | 285,000 | | | | 12,414,600 | | |
Kilroy Realty Corp. | | | 109,000 | | | | 7,273,570 | | |
Mack-Cali Realty Corp. | | | 325,000 | | | | 7,637,500 | | |
PS Business Parks, Inc. | | | 50,000 | | | | 4,421,000 | | |
QTS Realty Trust Inc., Class A | | | 160,000 | | | | 6,755,200 | | |
RLJ Lodging Trust | | | 220,000 | | | | 5,368,000 | | |
Sun Communities, Inc. | | | 58,000 | | | | 3,877,300 | | |
Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. | | | 325,000 | | | | 10,825,750 | | |
Total | | | | | 99,116,920 | | |
Thrifts & Mortgage Finance 3.5% | |
EverBank Financial Corp. | | | 660,000 | | | | 11,391,600 | | |
Flagstar Bancorp, Inc.(a) | | | 490,000 | | | | 12,034,400 | | |
MGIC Investment Corp.(a) | | | 720,000 | | | | 6,868,800 | | |
Radian Group, Inc. | | | 305,000 | | | | 4,346,250 | | |
Total | | | | | 34,641,050 | | |
Total Financials | | | | | 336,492,255 | | |
HEALTH CARE 4.6% | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies 2.1% | |
Globus Medical, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 392,000 | | | | 10,634,960 | | |
Teleflex, Inc. | | | 75,000 | | | | 9,877,500 | | |
Total | | | | | 20,512,460 | | |
Health Care Providers & Services 2.2% | |
LifePoint Health, Inc.(a) | | | 56,000 | | | | 4,010,160 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
PharMerica Corp.(a) | | | 215,000 | | | | 7,314,300 | | |
VCA, Inc.(a) | | | 200,000 | | | | 11,006,000 | | |
Total | | | | | 22,330,460 | | |
Pharmaceuticals 0.3% | |
Catalent, Inc.(a) | | | 110,000 | | | | 3,063,500 | | |
Total Health Care | | | | | 45,906,420 | | |
INDUSTRIALS 14.9% | |
Aerospace & Defense 0.1% | |
Esterline Technologies Corp.(a) | | | 14,084 | | | | 1,339,107 | | |
Airlines 1.7% | |
Alaska Air Group, Inc. | | | 100,000 | | | | 7,973,000 | | |
JetBlue Airways Corp.(a) | | | 350,000 | | | | 8,659,000 | | |
Total | | | | | 16,632,000 | | |
Commercial Services & Supplies 3.7% | |
ABM Industries, Inc. | | | 230,000 | | | | 6,824,100 | | |
Deluxe Corp. | | | 168,000 | | | | 9,853,200 | | |
Steelcase, Inc., Class A | | | 575,000 | | | | 11,500,000 | | |
West Corp. | | | 345,000 | | | | 8,797,500 | | |
Total | | | | | 36,974,800 | | |
Construction & Engineering 0.8% | |
MasTec, Inc.(a) | | | 370,000 | | | | 7,559,100 | | |
Machinery 3.5% | |
Actuant Corp., Class A | | | 200,000 | | | | 4,952,000 | | |
Barnes Group, Inc. | | | 180,000 | | | | 6,933,600 | | |
Oshkosh Corp. | | | 193,000 | | | | 8,464,980 | | |
Trinity Industries, Inc. | | | 310,000 | | | | 8,416,500 | | |
Wabash National Corp.(a) | | | 450,000 | | | | 5,836,500 | | |
Total | | | | | 34,603,580 | | |
Professional Services 2.7% | |
On Assignment, Inc.(a) | | | 207,000 | | | | 9,662,760 | | |
Towers Watson & Co. | | | 63,000 | | | | 8,474,130 | | |
TrueBlue, Inc.(a) | | | 310,000 | | | | 9,079,900 | | |
Total | | | | | 27,216,790 | | |
Road & Rail 0.4% | |
Swift Transportation Co.(a) | | | 240,000 | | | | 3,832,800 | | |
Trading Companies & Distributors 2.0% | |
Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc.(a) | | | 251,000 | | | | 10,735,270 | | |
Neff Corp. Class A(a)(b) | | | 540,549 | | | | 4,491,962 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA SMALL/MID CAP VALUE FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
United Rentals, Inc.(a) | | | 63,000 | | | | 4,956,210 | | |
Total | | | | | 20,183,442 | | |
Total Industrials | | | | | 148,341,619 | | |
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 8.0% | |
Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components 1.0% | |
Jabil Circuit, Inc. | | | 385,000 | | | | 9,852,150 | | |
Internet Software & Services 0.4% | |
Endurance International Group Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 260,000 | | | | 3,632,200 | | |
IT Services 0.6% | |
Booz Allen Hamilton Holdings Corp. | | | 197,000 | | | | 5,998,650 | | |
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 4.0% | |
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. | | | 880,000 | | | | 9,521,600 | | |
Fairchild Semiconductor International, Inc.(a) | | | 620,000 | | | | 12,114,800 | | |
Integrated Device Technology, Inc.(a) | | | 320,000 | | | | 8,972,800 | | |
Kulicke & Soffa Industries, Inc.(a) | | | 760,000 | | | | 8,975,600 | | |
Total | | | | | 39,584,800 | | |
Software 1.3% | |
AVG Technologies NV(a) | | | 205,000 | | | | 4,323,450 | | |
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.(a) | | | 255,000 | | | | 9,019,350 | | |
Total | | | | | 13,342,800 | | |
Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 0.7% | |
Super Micro Computer, Inc.(a) | | | 280,000 | | | | 6,876,800 | | |
Total Information Technology | | | | | 79,287,400 | | |
MATERIALS 4.6% | |
Chemicals 2.6% | |
Albemarle Corp. | | | 195,000 | | | | 10,444,200 | | |
Cabot Corp. | | | 67,599 | | | | 2,943,261 | | |
Huntsman Corp. | | | 520,000 | | | | 6,510,400 | | |
Orion Engineered Carbons SA | | | 470,000 | | | | 5,912,600 | | |
Total | | | | | 25,810,461 | | |
Containers & Packaging 1.0% | |
Westrock Co. | | | 198,000 | | | | 10,024,740 | | |
Metals & Mining 1.0% | |
Steel Dynamics, Inc. | | | 582,000 | | | | 10,120,980 | | |
Total Materials | | | | | 45,956,181 | | |
Common Stocks (continued)
Issuer | | Shares | | Value ($) | |
UTILITIES 6.9% | |
Electric Utilities 1.9% | |
ITC Holdings Corp. | | | 250,000 | | | | 9,220,000 | | |
Pinnacle West Capital Corp. | | | 155,000 | | | | 9,820,800 | | |
Total | | | | | 19,040,800 | | |
Gas Utilities 4.2% | |
AGL Resources, Inc. | | | 165,000 | | | | 10,324,050 | | |
New Jersey Resources Corp. | | | 245,000 | | | | 7,362,250 | | |
South Jersey Industries, Inc. | | | 520,000 | | | | 11,939,200 | | |
Southwest Gas Corp. | | | 220,000 | | | | 12,337,600 | | |
Total | | | | | 41,963,100 | | |
Multi-Utilities 0.8% | |
CMS Energy Corp. | | | 220,000 | | | | 7,704,400 | | |
Total Utilities | | | | | 68,708,300 | | |
Total Common Stocks (Cost: $833,186,856) | | | | | 952,795,247 | | |
Limited Partnerships 0.9%
FINANCIALS 0.9% | |
Capital Markets 0.9% | |
Lazard Ltd., Class A | | | 197,000 | | | | 9,154,590 | | |
Total Financials | | | | | 9,154,590 | | |
Total Limited Partnerships (Cost: $6,802,809) | | | | | 9,154,590 | | |
Exchange-Traded Funds 0.4%
| | Shares | | Value ($) | |
iShares Russell 2000 ETF | | | 30,000 | | | | 3,572,700 | | |
Total Exchange-Traded Funds (Cost: $3,523,100) | | | | | 3,572,700 | | |
Money Market Funds 3.5%
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(b)(c) | | | 35,025,905 | | | | 35,025,905 | | |
Total Money Market Funds (Cost: $35,025,905) | | | | | 35,025,905 | | |
Total Investments (Cost: $878,538,670) | | | | | 1,000,548,442 | | |
Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | (5,457,210 | ) | |
Net Assets | | | | | 995,091,232 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) Non-income producing investment.
(b) As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows:
Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | Purchase Cost ($) | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | Ending Cost ($) | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 23,147,869 | | | | 158,096,305 | | | | (146,218,269 | ) | | | 35,025,905 | | | | 21,407 | | | | 35,025,905 | | |
Neff Corp. Class A | | | 8,108,235 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 8,108,235 | | | | — | | | | 4,491,962 | | |
Total | | | 31,256,104 | | | | 158,096,305 | | | | (146,218,269 | ) | | | 43,134,140 | | | | 21,407 | | | | 39,517,867 | | |
(c) The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015.
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
> Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.
> Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).
> Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at November 30, 2015:
| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets ($) | | Level 2 Other Significant Observable Inputs ($) | | Level 3 Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | Total ($) | |
Investments | |
Common Stocks | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 131,233,062 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 131,233,062 | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 42,263,280 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 42,263,280 | | |
Energy | | | 54,606,730 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 54,606,730 | | |
Financials | | | 336,492,255 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 336,492,255 | | |
Health Care | | | 45,906,420 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 45,906,420 | | |
Industrials | | | 148,341,619 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 148,341,619 | | |
Information Technology | | | 79,287,400 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 79,287,400 | | |
Materials | | | 45,956,181 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 45,956,181 | | |
Utilities | | | 68,708,300 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 68,708,300 | | |
Total Common Stocks | | | 952,795,247 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 952,795,247 | | |
Limited Partnerships | |
Financials | | | 9,154,590 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 9,154,590 | | |
Exchange-Traded Funds | | | 3,572,700 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 3,572,700 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 35,025,905 | | | | — | | | | 35,025,905 | | |
Total Investments | | | 965,522,537 | | | | 35,025,905 | | | | — | | | | 1,000,548,442 | | |
See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are valued based upon utilizing observable market inputs, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available.
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
Transfers In | | Transfers Out | |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | |
| — | | | | 23,147,869 | | | | 23,147,869 | | | | — | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Assets | |
Investments, at value | |
Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $835,404,530) | | $ | 961,030,575 | | |
Affiliated issuers (identified cost $43,134,140) | | | 39,517,867 | | |
Total investments (identified cost $878,538,670) | | | 1,000,548,442 | | |
Receivable for: | |
Investments sold | | | 3,077,559 | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 449,116 | | |
Dividends | | | 999,220 | | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 4,843 | | |
Other assets | | | 4,498 | | |
Total assets | | | 1,005,083,678 | | |
Liabilities | |
Payable for: | |
Investments purchased | | | 8,048,061 | | |
Capital shares purchased | | | 1,537,119 | | |
Investment management fees | | | 65,174 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 20,029 | | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 125,086 | | |
Plan administration fees | | | 15,871 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 112,464 | | |
Other expenses | | | 68,642 | | |
Total liabilities | | | 9,992,446 | | |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 995,091,232 | | |
Represented by | |
Paid-in capital | | $ | 816,146,554 | | |
Excess of distributions over net investment income | | | (837,161 | ) | |
Accumulated net realized gain | | | 57,772,067 | | |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments — unaffiliated issuers | | | 125,626,045 | | |
Investments — affiliated issuers | | | (3,616,273 | ) | |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 995,091,232 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Class A | |
Net assets | | $ | 787,913,298 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 83,483,965 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.44 | | |
Maximum offering price per share(a) | | $ | 10.02 | | |
Class B | |
Net assets | | $ | 8,345,973 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 957,537 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 8.72 | | |
Class C | |
Net assets | | $ | 33,404,586 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 3,836,594 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 8.71 | | |
Class I | |
Net assets | | $ | 2,675 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 276 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.69 | | |
Class K | |
Net assets | | $ | 72,990,982 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 7,662,605 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.53 | | |
Class R | |
Net assets | | $ | 9,152,170 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 985,128 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.29 | | |
Class R4 | |
Net assets | | $ | 12,524,980 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,325,843 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.45 | | |
Class R5 | |
Net assets | | $ | 44,772,806 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 4,678,690 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.57 | | |
Class W | |
Net assets | | $ | 2,313 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 243 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.52 | | |
Class Y | |
Net assets | | $ | 84,190 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 8,918 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.44 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Class Z | |
Net assets | | $ | 25,897,259 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 2,683,991 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.65 | | |
(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Net investment income | |
Income: | |
Dividends — unaffiliated issuers | | $ | 6,874,664 | | |
Dividends — affiliated issuers | | | 21,407 | | |
Foreign taxes withheld | | | (27,356 | ) | |
Total income | | | 6,868,715 | | |
Expenses: | |
Investment management fees | | | 4,162,700 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | |
Class A | | | 1,038,873 | | |
Class B | | | 53,185 | | |
Class C | | | 169,301 | | |
Class R | | | 23,584 | | |
Class W | | | 3 | | |
Transfer agent fees | |
Class A | | | 659,440 | | |
Class B | | | 8,446 | | |
Class C | | | 26,867 | | |
Class K | | | 19,894 | | |
Class R | | | 7,485 | | |
Class R4 | | | 10,830 | | |
Class R5 | | | 11,416 | | |
Class W | | | 2 | | |
Class Z | | | 21,398 | | |
Plan administration fees | |
Class K | | | 99,742 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 9,701 | | |
Custodian fees | | | 12,365 | | |
Printing and postage fees | | | 77,288 | | |
Registration fees | | | 64,366 | | |
Audit fees | | | 11,200 | | |
Legal fees | | | 7,885 | | |
Other | | | 12,949 | | |
Total expenses | | | 6,508,920 | | |
Expense reductions | | | (60 | ) | |
Total net expenses | | | 6,508,860 | | |
Net investment income | | | 359,855 | | |
Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investments | | | 22,152,033 | | |
Net realized gain | | | 22,152,033 | | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments — unaffiliated issuers | | | (87,068,123 | ) | |
Investments — affiliated issuers | | | (1,054,071 | ) | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (88,122,194 | ) | |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (65,970,161 | ) | |
Net decrease in net assets from operations | | $ | (65,610,306 | ) | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
Operations | |
Net investment income (loss) | | $ | 359,855 | | | $ | (250,639 | ) | |
Net realized gain | | | 22,152,033 | | | | 64,094,345 | | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (88,122,194 | ) | | | 36,393,015 | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (65,610,306 | ) | | | 100,236,721 | | |
Distributions to shareholders | |
Net investment income | |
Class I | | | — | | | | (6 | ) | |
Class K | | | — | | | | (36,430 | ) | |
Class R4 | | | — | | | | (21,305 | ) | |
Class R5 | | | — | | | | (145,839 | ) | |
Class Y | | | — | | | | (13,972 | ) | |
Class Z | | | — | | | | (28,062 | ) | |
Net realized gains | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (129,739,620 | ) | |
Class B | | | — | | | | (2,711,423 | ) | |
Class C | | | — | | | | (5,374,975 | ) | |
Class I | | | — | | | | (445 | ) | |
Class K | | | — | | | | (19,759,844 | ) | |
Class R | | | — | | | | (1,488,395 | ) | |
Class R4 | | | — | | | | (3,435,501 | ) | |
Class R5 | | | — | | | | (12,417,209 | ) | |
Class W | | | — | | | | (391 | ) | |
Class Y | | | — | | | | (1,018,011 | ) | |
Class Z | | | — | | | | (4,834,862 | ) | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (181,026,290 | ) | |
Decrease in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (69,028,336 | ) | | | (261,512,276 | ) | |
Total decrease in net assets | | | (134,638,642 | ) | | | (342,301,845 | ) | |
Net assets at beginning of period | | | 1,129,729,874 | | | | 1,472,031,719 | | |
Net assets at end of period | | $ | 995,091,232 | | | $ | 1,129,729,874 | | |
Excess of distributions over net investment income | | $ | (837,161 | ) | | $ | (1,197,016 | ) | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | |
Class A shares | |
Subscriptions(a) | | | 2,883,174 | | | | 27,688,188 | | | | 4,766,414 | | | | 49,071,002 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 13,560,745 | | | | 128,284,649 | | |
Redemptions | | | (7,796,042 | ) | | | (74,495,072 | ) | | | (20,278,563 | ) | | | (210,391,118 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (4,912,868 | ) | | | (46,806,884 | ) | | | (1,951,404 | ) | | | (33,035,467 | ) | |
Class B shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 2,643 | | | | 23,352 | | | | 15,984 | | | | 157,947 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 304,053 | | | | 2,675,667 | | |
Redemptions(a) | | | (561,055 | ) | | | (5,049,815 | ) | | | (1,193,147 | ) | | | (11,623,864 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (558,412 | ) | | | (5,026,463 | ) | | | (873,110 | ) | | | (8,790,250 | ) | |
Class C shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 321,181 | | | | 2,829,398 | | | | 378,418 | | | | 3,606,937 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 590,022 | | | | 5,186,295 | | |
Redemptions | | | (275,382 | ) | | | (2,421,957 | ) | | | (719,865 | ) | | | (6,905,079 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 45,799 | | | | 407,441 | | | | 248,575 | | | | 1,888,153 | | |
Class I shares | |
Subscriptions | | | — | | | | — | | | | 6,533 | | | | 71,191 | | |
Redemptions | | | — | | | | — | | | | (7,350,096 | ) | | | (82,079,581 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (7,343,563 | ) | | | (82,008,390 | ) | |
Class K shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 388,977 | | | | 3,746,579 | | | | 1,171,995 | | | | 12,209,729 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 2,075,033 | | | | 19,795,819 | | |
Redemptions | | | (1,399,974 | ) | | | (13,177,761 | ) | | | (8,872,463 | ) | | | (89,248,811 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (1,010,997 | ) | | | (9,431,182 | ) | | | (5,625,435 | ) | | | (57,243,263 | ) | |
Class R shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 139,250 | | | | 1,322,974 | | | | 258,980 | | | | 2,653,682 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 154,459 | | | | 1,442,645 | | |
Redemptions | | | (132,253 | ) | | | (1,248,594 | ) | | | (579,799 | ) | | | (6,006,510 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | 6,997 | | | | 74,380 | | | | (166,360 | ) | | | (1,910,183 | ) | |
Class R4 shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 147,087 | | | | 1,388,917 | | | | 438,710 | | | | 4,634,160 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 365,800 | | | | 3,456,806 | | |
Redemptions | | | (272,458 | ) | | | (2,608,455 | ) | | | (1,756,623 | ) | | | (17,459,862 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (125,371 | ) | | | (1,219,538 | ) | | | (952,113 | ) | | | (9,368,896 | ) | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity (continued) | |
Class R5 shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 919,693 | | | | 8,538,719 | | | | 4,430,052 | | | | 43,968,608 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,058,637 | | | | 10,120,572 | | |
Redemptions | | | (1,473,618 | ) | | | (14,558,892 | ) | | | (11,409,330 | ) | | | (117,827,364 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (553,925 | ) | | | (6,020,173 | ) | | | (5,920,641 | ) | | | (63,738,184 | ) | |
Class Y shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 3,068 | | | | 28,049 | | | | 85,518 | | | | 886,866 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 109,393 | | | | 1,031,579 | | |
Redemptions | | | (2 | ) | | | (15 | ) | | | (841,626 | ) | | | (8,211,846 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | 3,066 | | | | 28,034 | | | | (646,715 | ) | | | (6,293,401 | ) | |
Class Z shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 196,819 | | | | 1,902,176 | | | | 959,165 | | | | 10,349,638 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 403,989 | | | | 3,898,494 | | |
Redemptions | | | (302,847 | ) | | | (2,936,127 | ) | | | (1,477,787 | ) | | | (15,260,527 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (106,028 | ) | | | (1,033,951 | ) | | | (114,633 | ) | | | (1,012,395 | ) | |
Total net decrease | | | (7,211,739 | ) | | | (69,028,336 | ) | | | (23,345,399 | ) | | | (261,512,276 | ) | |
(a) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class A | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.03 | | | $ | 10.81 | | | $ | 10.08 | | | $ | 7.59 | | | $ | 6.44 | | | $ | 6.94 | | | $ | 6.15 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.00 | (b) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.04 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.59 | ) | | | 0.84 | | | | 1.62 | | | | 2.46 | | | | 1.12 | | | | (0.48 | ) | | | 0.83 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.59 | ) | | | 0.83 | | | | 1.63 | | | | 2.53 | | | | 1.15 | | | | (0.46 | ) | | | 0.87 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.00 | )(b) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.90 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.00 | )(b) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.44 | | | $ | 10.03 | | | $ | 10.81 | | | $ | 10.08 | | | $ | 7.59 | | | $ | 6.44 | | | $ | 6.94 | | |
Total return | | | (5.88 | %) | | | 8.58 | % | | | 16.73 | % | | | 33.47 | % | | | 17.93 | % | | | (6.69 | %) | | | 14.28 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.24 | %(d) | | | 1.25 | % | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.31 | % | | | 1.29 | %(d) | | | 1.30 | % | | | 1.20 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.24 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.25 | %(f) | | | 1.25 | %(f) | | | 1.23 | %(f) | | | 1.20 | %(d) | | | 1.29 | %(f) | | | 1.20 | % | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.07 | %(d) | | | (0.05 | %) | | | 0.10 | % | | | 0.81 | % | | | 0.55 | %(d) | | | 0.22 | % | | | 0.62 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 787,913 | | | $ | 886,673 | | | $ | 976,436 | | | $ | 932,556 | | | $ | 850,820 | | | $ | 882,934 | | | $ | 1,324,861 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 37 | % | | | 50 | % | | | 110 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 50 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) Rounds to zero.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class B | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.30 | | | $ | 10.21 | | | $ | 9.60 | | | $ | 7.24 | | | $ | 6.17 | | | $ | 6.67 | | | $ | 5.90 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | 0.78 | | | | 1.53 | | | | 2.35 | | | | 1.08 | | | | (0.46 | ) | | | 0.81 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.58 | ) | | | 0.70 | | | | 1.47 | | | | 2.36 | | | | 1.07 | | | | (0.50 | ) | | | 0.80 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.03 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.86 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.03 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 8.72 | | | $ | 9.30 | | | $ | 10.21 | | | $ | 9.60 | | | $ | 7.24 | | | $ | 6.17 | | | $ | 6.67 | | |
Total return | | | (6.24 | %) | | | 7.76 | % | | | 15.78 | % | | | 32.60 | % | | | 17.34 | % | | | (7.50 | %) | | | 13.65 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.99 | %(c) | | | 2.00 | % | | | 2.01 | % | | | 2.05 | % | | | 2.04 | %(c) | | | 2.04 | % | | | 1.97 | % | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 1.99 | %(c)(e) | | | 2.00 | %(e) | | | 2.00 | %(e) | | | 1.97 | %(e) | | | 1.95 | %(c) | | | 2.03 | %(e) | | | 1.97 | % | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.69 | %)(c) | | | (0.80 | %) | | | (0.65 | %) | | | 0.11 | % | | | (0.19 | %)(c) | | | (0.54 | %) | | | (0.18 | %) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 8,346 | | | $ | 14,096 | | | $ | 24,381 | | | $ | 38,621 | | | $ | 49,020 | | | $ | 49,737 | | | $ | 92,370 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 37 | % | | | 50 | % | | | 110 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 50 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(e) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class C | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.29 | | | $ | 10.20 | | | $ | 9.59 | | | $ | 7.24 | | | $ | 6.17 | | | $ | 6.66 | | | $ | 5.91 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | 0.78 | | | | 1.54 | | | | 2.34 | | | | 1.08 | | | | (0.45 | ) | | | 0.80 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.58 | ) | | | 0.70 | | | | 1.47 | | | | 2.35 | | | | 1.07 | | | | (0.49 | ) | | | 0.79 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.04 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.86 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.04 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 8.71 | | | $ | 9.29 | | | $ | 10.20 | | | $ | 9.59 | | | $ | 7.24 | | | $ | 6.17 | | | $ | 6.66 | | |
Total return | | | (6.24 | %) | | | 7.77 | % | | | 15.79 | % | | | 32.46 | % | | | 17.34 | % | | | (7.36 | %) | | | 13.49 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.99 | %(c) | | | 2.00 | % | | | 2.01 | % | | | 2.06 | % | | | 2.04 | %(c) | | | 2.05 | % | | | 1.96 | % | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 1.99 | %(c)(e) | | | 2.00 | %(e) | | | 2.00 | %(e) | | | 1.98 | %(e) | | | 1.95 | %(c) | | | 2.04 | %(e) | | | 1.96 | % | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.68 | %)(c) | | | (0.80 | %) | | | (0.66 | %) | | | 0.07 | % | | | (0.20 | %)(c) | | | (0.52 | %) | | | (0.13 | %) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 33,405 | | | $ | 35,212 | | | $ | 36,115 | | | $ | 32,119 | | | $ | 31,012 | | | $ | 34,731 | | | $ | 45,317 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 37 | % | | | 50 | % | | | 110 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 50 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(e) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class I | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.28 | | | $ | 11.01 | | | $ | 10.25 | | | $ | 7.72 | | | $ | 6.56 | | | $ | 7.07 | | | $ | 6.25 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.07 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.61 | ) | | | 0.87 | | | | 1.65 | | | | 2.50 | | | | 1.15 | | | | (0.49 | ) | �� | | 0.86 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.59 | ) | | | 0.90 | | | | 1.71 | | | | 2.61 | | | | 1.20 | | | | (0.43 | ) | | | 0.93 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (1.63 | ) | | | (0.95 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.69 | | | $ | 10.28 | | | $ | 11.01 | | | $ | 10.25 | | | $ | 7.72 | | | $ | 6.56 | | | $ | 7.07 | | |
Total return | | | (5.74 | %) | | | 9.13 | % | | | 17.22 | % | | | 33.99 | % | | | 18.30 | % | | | (6.28 | %) | | | 15.06 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.81 | %(c) | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.79 | % | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.79 | %(c) | | | 0.82 | % | | | 0.73 | % | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.81 | %(c) | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.79 | % | | | 0.78 | % | | | 0.77 | %(c) | | | 0.82 | % | | | 0.73 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 0.50 | %(c) | | | 0.31 | % | | | 0.55 | % | | | 1.25 | % | | | 0.98 | %(c) | | | 0.72 | % | | | 1.05 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 3 | | | $ | 3 | | | $ | 80,862 | | | $ | 100,192 | | | $ | 84,959 | | | $ | 100,645 | | | $ | 117,621 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 37 | % | | | 50 | % | | | 110 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 50 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class K | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.12 | | | $ | 10.88 | | | $ | 10.14 | | | $ | 7.64 | | | $ | 6.48 | | | $ | 6.99 | | | $ | 6.19 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.05 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.60 | ) | | | 0.84 | | | | 1.63 | | | | 2.47 | | | | 1.13 | | | | (0.48 | ) | | | 0.85 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.59 | ) | | | 0.85 | | | | 1.66 | | | | 2.55 | | | | 1.17 | | | | (0.45 | ) | | | 0.90 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.00 | )(b) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.92 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.53 | | | $ | 10.12 | | | $ | 10.88 | | | $ | 10.14 | | | $ | 7.64 | | | $ | 6.48 | | | $ | 6.99 | | |
Total return | | | (5.83 | %) | | | 8.75 | % | | | 16.90 | % | | | 33.53 | % | | | 18.15 | % | | | (6.59 | %) | | | 14.61 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.13 | %(d) | | | 1.11 | % | | | 1.09 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.09 | %(d) | | | 1.12 | % | | | 1.03 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.13 | %(d) | | | 1.11 | % | | | 1.09 | % | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.07 | %(d) | | | 1.12 | % | | | 1.03 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 0.18 | %(d) | | | 0.10 | % | | | 0.28 | % | | | 0.97 | % | | | 0.69 | %(d) | | | 0.38 | % | | | 0.80 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 72,991 | | | $ | 87,765 | | | $ | 155,551 | | | $ | 202,420 | | | $ | 241,253 | | | $ | 251,200 | | | $ | 389,349 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 37 | % | | | 50 | % | | | 110 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 50 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) Rounds to zero.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class R | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.89 | | | $ | 10.70 | | | $ | 9.99 | | | $ | 7.52 | | | $ | 6.39 | | | $ | 6.88 | | | $ | 6.11 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.02 | | | | (0.00 | )(b) | | | 0.02 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.59 | ) | | | 0.83 | | | | 1.61 | | | | 2.43 | | | | 1.11 | | | | (0.46 | ) | | | 0.82 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.60 | ) | | | 0.80 | | | | 1.59 | | | | 2.48 | | | | 1.13 | | | | (0.46 | ) | | | 0.84 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.88 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.29 | | | $ | 9.89 | | | $ | 10.70 | | | $ | 9.99 | | | $ | 7.52 | | | $ | 6.39 | | | $ | 6.88 | | |
Total return | | | (6.07 | %) | | | 8.37 | % | | | 16.42 | % | | | 33.07 | % | | | 17.68 | % | | | (6.81 | %) | | | 13.85 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.49 | %(d) | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.51 | % | | | 1.56 | % | | | 1.54 | %(d) | | | 1.55 | % | | | 1.53 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.49 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.50 | %(f) | | | 1.50 | %(f) | | | 1.47 | %(f) | | | 1.45 | %(d) | | | 1.54 | %(f) | | | 1.53 | % | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.18 | %)(d) | | | (0.30 | %) | | | (0.15 | %) | | | 0.59 | % | | | 0.31 | %(d) | | | (0.01 | %) | | | 0.31 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 9,152 | | | $ | 9,670 | | | $ | 12,245 | | | $ | 12,641 | | | $ | 13,594 | | | $ | 14,799 | | | $ | 16,531 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 37 | % | | | 50 | % | | | 110 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 50 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) Rounds to zero.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class R4 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.03 | | | $ | 10.79 | | | $ | 10.06 | | | $ | 7.56 | | | $ | 6.41 | | | $ | 6.92 | | | $ | 6.14 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.04 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.60 | ) | | | 0.84 | | | | 1.61 | | | | 2.45 | | | | 1.13 | | | | (0.48 | ) | | | 0.83 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.58 | ) | | | 0.86 | | | | 1.65 | | | | 2.53 | | | | 1.15 | | | | (0.47 | ) | | | 0.87 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (1.62 | ) | | | (0.92 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.45 | | | $ | 10.03 | | | $ | 10.79 | | | $ | 10.06 | | | $ | 7.56 | | | $ | 6.41 | | | $ | 6.92 | | |
Total return | | | (5.78 | %) | | | 8.90 | % | | | 16.95 | % | | | 33.59 | % | | | 17.94 | % | | | (6.84 | %) | | | 14.22 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.99 | %(c) | | | 1.00 | % | | | 1.01 | % | | | 1.18 | % | | | 1.34 | %(c) | | | 1.37 | % | | | 1.29 | % | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.99 | %(c)(e) | | | 1.00 | %(e) | | | 1.00 | %(e) | | | 1.15 | % | | | 1.32 | %(c) | | | 1.37 | % | | | 1.29 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 0.32 | %(c) | | | 0.22 | % | | | 0.36 | % | | | 0.93 | % | | | 0.44 | %(c) | | | 0.16 | % | | | 0.55 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 12,525 | | | $ | 14,552 | | | $ | 25,924 | | | $ | 29,093 | | | $ | 46,639 | | | $ | 50,329 | | | $ | 67,911 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 37 | % | | | 50 | % | | | 110 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 50 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(e) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class R5 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.15 | | | $ | 10.90 | | | $ | 10.16 | | | $ | 7.65 | | | $ | 6.50 | | | $ | 7.01 | | | $ | 6.20 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.07 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.60 | ) | | | 0.85 | | | | 1.62 | | | | 2.47 | | | | 1.13 | | | | (0.48 | ) | | | 0.85 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.58 | ) | | | 0.88 | | | | 1.68 | | | | 2.58 | | | | 1.18 | | | | (0.43 | ) | | | 0.92 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (1.63 | ) | | | (0.94 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.57 | | | $ | 10.15 | | | $ | 10.90 | | | $ | 10.16 | | | $ | 7.65 | | | $ | 6.50 | | | $ | 7.01 | | |
Total return | | | (5.71 | %) | | | 8.99 | % | | | 17.12 | % | | | 33.98 | % | | | 18.26 | % | | | (6.38 | %) | | | 14.97 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.88 | %(c) | | | 0.86 | % | | | 0.84 | % | | | 0.85 | % | | | 0.84 | %(c) | | | 0.87 | % | | | 0.79 | % | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.88 | %(c) | | | 0.86 | % | | | 0.84 | % | | | 0.83 | % | | | 0.82 | %(c) | | | 0.87 | % | | | 0.79 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 0.42 | %(c) | | | 0.33 | % | | | 0.53 | % | | | 1.22 | % | | | 0.94 | %(c) | | | 0.67 | % | | | 1.05 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 44,773 | | | $ | 53,124 | | | $ | 121,576 | | | $ | 228,714 | | | $ | 142,835 | | | $ | 119,293 | | | $ | 139,751 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 37 | % | | | 50 | % | | | 110 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 50 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class W | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.12 | | | $ | 10.89 | | | $ | 10.15 | | | $ | 7.65 | | | $ | 6.49 | | | $ | 7.00 | | | $ | 6.20 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.00 | (b) | | | (0.00 | )(b) | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.04 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.60 | ) | | | 0.84 | | | | 1.63 | | | | 2.47 | | | | 1.14 | | | | (0.48 | ) | | | 0.85 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.60 | ) | | | 0.84 | | | | 1.64 | | | | 2.54 | | | | 1.17 | | | | (0.46 | ) | | | 0.89 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | — | | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | ��� | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.90 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.52 | | | $ | 10.12 | | | $ | 10.89 | | | $ | 10.15 | | | $ | 7.65 | | | $ | 6.49 | | | $ | 7.00 | | |
Total return | | | (5.93 | %) | | | 8.62 | % | | | 16.73 | % | | | 33.37 | % | | | 18.03 | % | | | (6.69 | %) | | | 14.43 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.22 | %(d) | | | 1.24 | % | | | 1.24 | % | | | 1.28 | % | | | 1.26 | %(d) | | | 1.28 | % | | | 1.17 | % | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.22 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.24 | %(f) | | | 1.24 | %(f) | | | 1.22 | %(f) | | | 1.18 | %(d) | | | 1.28 | % | | | 1.17 | % | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.09 | %(d) | | | (0.04 | %) | | | 0.14 | % | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.57 | %(d) | | | 0.26 | % | | | 0.67 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 2 | | | $ | 2 | | | $ | 3 | | | $ | 5 | | | $ | 4 | | | $ | 3 | | | $ | 4 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 37 | % | | | 50 | % | | | 110 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 50 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) Rounds to zero.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class Y | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.01 | | | $ | 10.77 | | | $ | 10.08 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.04 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.59 | ) | | | 0.83 | | | | 1.59 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.57 | ) | | | 0.87 | | | | 1.63 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (1.63 | ) | | | (0.94 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.44 | | | $ | 10.01 | | | $ | 10.77 | | |
Total return | | | (5.69 | %) | | | 9.04 | % | | | 16.73 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.84 | %(c) | | | 0.81 | % | | | 0.79 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.84 | %(c) | | | 0.81 | % | | | 0.78 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 0.50 | %(c) | | | 0.35 | % | | | 0.37 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 84 | | | $ | 59 | | | $ | 7,031 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 37 | % | | | 50 | % | | | 110 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from June 13, 2013 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | | Year Ended September 30, | |
Class Z | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012(a) | | 2011 | | 2010(b) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.24 | | | $ | 10.99 | | | $ | 10.23 | | | $ | 7.71 | | | $ | 6.55 | | | $ | 7.07 | | | $ | 7.00 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.00 | (c) | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.61 | ) | | | 0.85 | | | | 1.65 | | | | 2.50 | | | | 1.15 | | | | (0.50 | ) | | | 0.07 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.59 | ) | | | 0.87 | | | | 1.69 | | | | 2.59 | | | | 1.19 | | | | (0.44 | ) | | | 0.07 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | — | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (1.62 | ) | | | (0.93 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.65 | | | $ | 10.24 | | | $ | 10.99 | | | $ | 10.23 | | | $ | 7.71 | | | $ | 6.55 | | | $ | 7.07 | | |
Total return | | | (5.76 | %) | | | 8.82 | % | | | 17.04 | % | | | 33.70 | % | | | 18.18 | % | | | (6.42 | %) | | | 1.00 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(d) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.99 | %(e) | | | 1.00 | % | | | 1.01 | % | | | 1.06 | % | | | 1.04 | %(e) | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.01 | %(e) | |
Total net expenses(f) | | | 0.99 | %(e)(g) | | | 1.00 | %(g) | | | 1.00 | %(g) | | | 0.97 | %(g) | | | 0.95 | %(e) | | | 1.06 | %(g) | | | 1.01 | %(e) | |
Net investment income | | | 0.32 | %(e) | | | 0.20 | % | | | 0.36 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 0.81 | %(e) | | | 0.80 | % | | | 4.49 | %(e) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 25,897 | | | $ | 28,575 | | | $ | 31,909 | | | $ | 97,298 | | | $ | 141,202 | | | $ | 127,642 | | | $ | 3 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 37 | % | | | 50 | % | | | 110 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 28 | % | | | 46 | % | | | 50 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) For the period from October 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to May 31.
(b) Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(c) Rounds to zero.
(d) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(e) Annualized.
(f) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(g) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 1. Organization
Columbia Small/Mid Cap Value Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class W, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.
Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.
Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
All equity securities and exchange-traded funds are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities and exchange-traded funds are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.
Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use
assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.
The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund's management. Management's estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.
Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Foreign Taxes
The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.
Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed along with the income distribution. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.82% to 0.65% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.79% of the Fund's average daily net assets.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $2,643,727, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $205,625.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,222.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of
accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
Class A | | | 0.16 | % | |
Class B | | | 0.16 | | |
Class C | | | 0.16 | | |
Class K | | | 0.05 | | |
Class R | | | 0.16 | | |
Class R4 | | | 0.16 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | | |
Class W | | | 0.18 | | |
Class Z | | | 0.16 | | |
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $60.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Plan Administration Fees
Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class A and Class W shares, a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.50% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares (of which up to 0.25% may be used for shareholder services) and a fee at an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares. For Class B and Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $1,605,000 and $315,000 for Class B and Class C shares, respectively. These amounts are based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015, and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. To the extent the unreimbursed expense has been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is reduced.
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $150,652 for Class A, $762 for Class B and $772 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses
reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:
| | Contractual Expense Cap October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016 | | Voluntary Expense Cap Prior to October 1, 2015 | |
Class A | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.28 | % | |
Class B | | | 2.01 | | | | 2.03 | | |
Class C | | | 2.01 | | | | 2.03 | | |
Class I | | | 0.89 | | | | 0.88 | | |
Class K | | | 1.19 | | | | 1.18 | | |
Class R | | | 1.51 | | | | 1.53 | | |
Class R4 | | | 1.01 | | | | 1.03 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.94 | | | | 0.93 | | |
Class W | | | 1.26 | | | | 1.28 | | |
Class Y | | | 0.89 | | | | 0.88 | | |
Class Z | | | 1.01 | | | | 1.03 | | |
The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $878,539,000 and the aggregate gross approximate
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
Unrealized appreciation | | $ | 152,010,000 | | |
Unrealized depreciation | | | (30,001,000 | ) | |
Net unrealized appreciation | | $ | 122,009,000 | | |
Under current tax rules, regulated investment companies can elect to treat certain late-year ordinary losses incurred and post-October capital losses (capital losses realized after October 31) as arising on the first day of the following taxable year. The Fund has elected to treat late-year ordinary losses of $1,036,944 at May 31, 2015 as arising on June 1, 2015.
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $374,181,216 and $439,147,242, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of
banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, affiliated shareholders of record owned 73.6% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
Financial Sector Risk
The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
investments or agreements that, under certain circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 7 above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory
proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Small/Mid Cap Value Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).
On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management
The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.
The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)
proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance was appropriate in light of the particular management style involved and the particular market environment.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was slightly below the peer universe's median expense ratio shown in the reports. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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Columbia Small/Mid Cap Value Fund
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.
All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804
© 2016 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
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SEMIANNUAL REPORT
November 30, 2015

COLUMBIA U.S. GOVERNMENT MORTGAGE FUND



ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.
With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $471 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***
Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.
Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.
* In U.S. dollars as of September 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q3 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.
** Source: ICI as of September 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
*** Source: Investment Association as of September 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.
© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.
Not part of the shareholder report
Dear Shareholder,
Today's investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today's complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.
At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today's investors:
n Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement
Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today's market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.
n Navigate a changing interest rate environment
Today's uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can attempt to help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market's ups and downs.
n Maximize after-tax returns
In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.
n Grow assets to achieve financial goals
We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today's market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.
n Ease the impact of volatile markets
Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it's important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.
Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.
The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.
Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.
Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
© 2016 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.
COLUMBIA U.S. GOVERNMENT MORTGAGE FUND
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.
Performance Overview | | | 3 | | |
Portfolio Overview | | | 4 | | |
Understanding Your Fund's Expenses | | | 5 | | |
Portfolio of Investments | | | 6 | | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | 17 | | |
Statement of Operations | | | 20 | | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | | | 21 | | |
Financial Highlights | | | 24 | | |
Notes to Financial Statements | | | 34 | | |
Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement | | | 50 | | |
Important Information About This Report | | | 53 | | |
COLUMBIA U.S. GOVERNMENT MORTGAGE FUND
PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Performance Summary
n Columbia U.S. Government Mortgage Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -0.57% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended November 30, 2015.
n During the same six-month period, the Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Barclays U.S. Mortgage-Backed Securities Index, which returned 0.46%.
Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015)
| | Inception | | 6 Months Cumulative | | 1 Year | | 5 Years | | 10 Years | |
Class A | | 02/14/02 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -0.57 | | | | 1.08 | | | | 4.03 | | | | 4.96 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -3.53 | | | | -1.94 | | | | 3.41 | | | | 4.66 | | |
Class B | | 02/14/02 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -0.95 | | | | 0.50 | | | | 3.29 | | | | 4.19 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -5.85 | | | | -4.42 | | | | 2.93 | | | | 4.19 | | |
Class C | | 02/14/02 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -0.95 | | | | 0.32 | | | | 3.29 | | | | 4.18 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -1.93 | | | | -0.67 | | | | 3.29 | | | | 4.18 | | |
Class I | | 03/04/04 | | | -0.39 | | | | 1.46 | | | | 4.45 | | | | 5.36 | | |
Class K | | 02/14/02 | | | -0.54 | | | | 1.16 | | | | 4.10 | | | | 5.26 | | |
Class R4* | | 11/08/12 | | | -0.46 | | | | 1.32 | | | | 4.18 | | | | 5.04 | | |
Class R5* | | 11/08/12 | | | -0.40 | | | | 1.60 | | | | 4.24 | | | | 5.07 | | |
Class W* | | 06/18/12 | | | -0.57 | | | | 1.07 | | | | 4.05 | | | | 4.94 | | |
Class Y* | | 10/01/14 | | | -0.40 | | | | 1.45 | | | | 4.12 | | | | 5.01 | | |
Class Z* | | 09/27/10 | | | -0.46 | | | | 1.32 | | | | 4.34 | | | | 5.12 | | |
Barclays U.S. Mortgage-Backed Securities Index | | | | | | | 0.46 | | | | 1.70 | | | | 2.85 | | | | 4.74 | | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 3.00%. The maximum applicable sales charge was reduced from 4.75% to 3.00% on Class A share purchases made on or after February 19, 2015. Class A returns (including sales charges) for all periods reflect the current maximum applicable sales charge of 3.00%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
*The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund's oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information.
The Barclays U.S. Mortgage-Backed Securities Index is composed of all mortgage-backed pass-through securities of Ginnie Mae (GNMA), Fannie Mae (FNMA), and Freddie Mac (FHLMC).
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Portfolio Management
Jason Callan
Tom Heuer, CFA
Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | 4.7 | | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Agency | | | 3.2 | | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | 3.8 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | 0.1 | | |
Options Purchased Puts | | | 0.2 | | |
Repurchase Agreements | | | 2.3 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Agency | | | 72.8 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | 10.2 | | |
U.S. Government & Agency Obligations | | | 2.7 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.
Quality Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
AAA rating | | | 62.0 | | |
AA rating | | | 1.4 | | |
A rating | | | 1.8 | | |
BBB rating | | | 1.5 | | |
BB rating | | | 1.2 | | |
B rating | | | 0.4 | | |
CCC rating | | | 0.0 | (a) | |
Not rated | | | 31.7 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total fixed income investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
(a) Rounds to zero.
Bond ratings apply to the underlying holdings of the Fund and not the Fund itself and are divided into categories ranging from highest to lowest credit quality, determined by using the middle rating of Moody's, S&P and Fitch, after dropping the highest and lowest available ratings. When ratings are available from only two rating agencies, the lower rating is used. When a rating is available from only one rating agency, that rating is used. When a bond is not rated by any rating agency, it is designated as "Not rated." Credit quality ratings assigned by a rating agency are subjective opinions, not statements of fact, and are subject to change, including daily. The ratings assigned by credit rating agencies are but one of the considerations that the Investment Manager and/or Fund's subadviser incorporates into its credit analysis process, along with such other issuer-specific factors as cash flows, capital structure and leverage ratios, ability to de-leverage (repay) through free cash flow, quality of management, market positioning and access to capital, as well as such security-specific factors as the terms of the security (e.g., interest rate and time to maturity) and the amount and type of any collateral.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES
(Unaudited)
As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
| | Account Value at the Beginning of the Period ($) | | Account Value at the End of the Period ($) | | Expenses Paid During the Period ($) | | Fund's Annualized Expense Ratio (%) | |
| | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 994.30 | | | | 1,020.77 | | | | 4.49 | | | | 4.55 | | | | 0.89 | | |
Class B | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 990.50 | | | | 1,016.98 | | | | 8.25 | | | | 8.36 | | | | 1.64 | | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 990.50 | | | | 1,016.98 | | | | 8.25 | | | | 8.36 | | | | 1.64 | | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 996.10 | | | | 1,022.75 | | | | 2.52 | | | | 2.56 | | | | 0.50 | | |
Class K | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 994.60 | | | | 1,021.23 | | | | 4.03 | | | | 4.09 | | | | 0.80 | | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 995.40 | | | | 1,022.04 | | | | 3.23 | | | | 3.27 | | | | 0.64 | | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 996.00 | | | | 1,022.49 | | | | 2.77 | | | | 2.81 | | | | 0.55 | | |
Class W | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 994.30 | | | | 1,020.83 | | | | 4.44 | | | | 4.49 | | | | 0.88 | | |
Class Y | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 996.00 | | | | 1,022.80 | | | | 2.47 | | | | 2.51 | | | | 0.49 | | |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 995.40 | | | | 1,022.04 | | | | 3.23 | | | | 3.27 | | | | 0.64 | | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Agency(a) 89.4%
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 12/01/16 - 08/01/34 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 701,246 | | | | 791,797 | | |
04/01/17 | | | 7.000 | % | | | 22,054 | | | | 22,272 | | |
10/01/17 - 06/01/31 | | | 8.000 | % | | | 155,230 | | | | 177,136 | | |
01/01/20 | | | 10.500 | % | | | 9,877 | | | | 9,957 | | |
10/01/24 - 04/01/40 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 16,233,161 | | | | 17,982,019 | | |
01/01/30 - 06/01/33 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 9,546,882 | | | | 10,593,980 | | |
04/01/33 - 11/01/37 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 3,958,763 | | | | 4,516,587 | | |
07/01/39 - 08/01/41 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 27,263,867 | | | | 29,573,470 | | |
04/01/41 - 06/01/45 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 48,631,772 | | | | 51,807,841 | | |
01/01/42 - 06/01/45 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 253,785,903 | | | | 263,393,868 | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.(b) CMO Series 4119 Class SP 10/15/42 | | | 2.459 | % | | | 3,613,209 | | | | 3,545,252 | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.(b)(c) CMO IO STRIPS Series 280 Class S1 09/15/42 | | | 5.803 | % | | | 19,653,746 | | | | 4,434,723 | | |
CMO IO STRIPS Series 309 Class S4 08/15/43 | | | 5.773 | % | | | 20,198,996 | | | | 4,797,892 | | |
CMO IO STRIPS Series 312 Class S1 09/15/43 | | | 5.753 | % | | | 12,201,578 | | | | 2,866,316 | | |
CMO IO STRIPS Series 326 Class S1 03/15/44 | | | 5.803 | % | | | 8,807,537 | | | | 2,041,530 | | |
CMO IO STRIPS Series 337 Class S1 09/15/44 | | | 5.853 | % | | | 16,023,887 | | | | 4,011,368 | | |
CMO IO Series 264 Class S1 07/15/42 | | | 5.753 | % | | | 19,224,377 | | | | 4,191,942 | | |
CMO IO Series 272 Class S1 08/15/42 | | | 5.803 | % | | | 40,558,519 | | | | 8,779,917 | | |
CMO IO Series 2957 Class SW 04/15/35 | | | 5.803 | % | | | 2,608,653 | | | | 478,226 | | |
CMO IO Series 311 Class S1 08/15/43 | | | 5.753 | % | | | 63,239,398 | | | | 13,738,955 | | |
CMO IO Series 318 Class S1 11/15/43 | | | 5.753 | % | | | 15,900,116 | | | | 4,099,994 | | |
CMO IO Series 325 Class S1 03/15/44 | | | 5.753 | % | | | 20,917,676 | | | | 4,799,210 | | |
CMO IO Series 326 Class S2 03/15/44 | | | 5.753 | % | | | 13,060,696 | | | | 3,047,850 | | |
CMO IO Series 3280 Class SI 02/15/37 | | | 6.243 | % | | | 1,782,964 | | | | 228,146 | | |
CMO IO Series 336 Class 30 08/15/44 | | | 5.853 | % | | | 13,373,920 | | | | 3,113,022 | | |
CMO IO Series 3453 Class W 12/15/32 | | | 7.204 | % | | | 8,140,795 | | | | 1,673,681 | | |
CMO IO Series 3630 Class AI 03/15/17 | | | 1.931 | % | | | 296,206 | | | | 5,686 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Agency(a) (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
CMO IO Series 3761 Class KS 06/15/40 | | | 5.803 | % | | | 2,346,774 | | | | 237,537 | | |
CMO IO Series 3913 Class SW 09/15/40 | | | 6.403 | % | | | 6,918,196 | | | | 1,115,867 | | |
CMO IO Series 4068 Class GI 09/15/36 | | | 1.984 | % | | | 22,335,239 | | | | 1,739,234 | | |
CMO IO Series 4094 Class SY 08/15/42 | | | 5.883 | % | | | 19,666,603 | | | | 4,623,091 | | |
CMO IO Series 4107 Class KS 06/15/38 | | | 1.918 | % | | | 15,808,010 | | | | 1,395,120 | | |
CMO IO Series 4174 Class SB 05/15/39 | | | 6.003 | % | | | 29,799,512 | | | | 4,732,481 | | |
CMO IO Series 4175 Class ES 06/15/38 | | | 5.953 | % | | | 9,413,301 | | | | 1,105,438 | | |
CMO IO Series 4183 Class AS 04/15/39 | | | 5.953 | % | | | 8,904,302 | | | | 1,431,752 | | |
CMO IO Series 4223 Class DS 12/15/38 | | | 5.903 | % | | | 5,937,834 | | | | 947,443 | | |
CMO IO Series 4286 Class NS 12/15/43 | | | 5.703 | % | | | 7,167,953 | | | | 1,628,756 | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.(c) CMO IO Series 304 Class C69 12/15/42 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 8,231,723 | | | | 1,604,854 | | |
CMO IO Series 329 Class C5 06/15/43 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 11,275,312 | | | | 2,173,945 | | |
CMO IO Series 3786 Class PI 12/15/37 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 5,049,207 | | | | 321,573 | | |
CMO IO Series 3800 Class HI 01/15/40 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 5,693,930 | | | | 635,280 | | |
CMO IO Series 3807 Class NI 11/15/35 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 15,484,922 | | | | 874,307 | | |
CMO IO Series 4098 Class AI 05/15/39 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 11,465,852 | | | | 1,597,691 | | |
CMO IO Series 4120 Class AI 11/15/39 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 12,698,807 | | | | 1,063,799 | | |
CMO IO Series 4121 Class IA 01/15/41 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 12,201,826 | | | | 2,109,911 | | |
CMO IO Series 4122 Class JI 12/15/40 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 9,795,300 | | | | 1,128,830 | | |
CMO IO Series 4139 Class CI 05/15/42 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 7,738,136 | | | | 1,112,209 | | |
CMO IO Series 4147 Class CI 01/15/41 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 13,709,748 | | | | 1,906,752 | | |
CMO IO Series 4148 Class BI 02/15/41 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 10,040,476 | | | | 1,218,546 | | |
CMO IO Series 4177 Class IY 03/15/43 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 17,805,083 | | | | 3,766,261 | | |
CMO IO Series 4182 Class DI 05/15/39 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 24,683,149 | | | | 2,830,158 | | |
CMO IO Series 4213 Class DI 06/15/38 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 17,506,455 | | | | 1,893,740 | | |
CMO IO Series 4215 Class IL 07/15/41 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 14,991,016 | | | | 1,806,695 | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.(d) 05/01/45 | | | 3.000 | % | | | 46,506,440 | | | | 47,205,912 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA U.S. GOVERNMENT MORTGAGE FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Agency(a) (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
12/10/45 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 9,500,000 | | | | 10,059,015 | | |
12/10/45 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 5,300,000 | | | | 5,719,611 | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association 08/01/16 - 10/01/37 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 9,303,512 | | | | 10,739,293 | | |
01/01/17 - 09/01/28 | | | 7.500 | % | | | 183,465 | | | | 204,846 | | |
11/01/22 - 09/01/38 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 7,994,836 | | | | 9,117,428 | | |
03/01/23 - 04/01/41 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 22,045,932 | | | | 25,029,656 | | |
06/01/25 - 06/01/44 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 168,009,169 | | | | 183,176,826 | | |
02/01/27 - 05/01/43 | | | 3.000 | % | | | 132,588,629 | | | | 134,589,144 | | |
05/01/27 | | | 2.500 | % | | | 17,621,712 | | | | 17,977,292 | | |
04/01/29 - 09/01/41 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 70,301,334 | | | | 78,372,957 | | |
10/01/31 | | | 9.500 | % | | | 85,134 | | | | 90,462 | | |
11/01/37 | | | 8.500 | % | | | 34,847 | | | | 38,629 | | |
09/01/40 - 08/01/45 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 156,411,781 | | | | 166,641,197 | | |
03/01/42 - 08/01/45 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 122,677,414 | | | | 127,487,043 | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association(b)(c) CMO IO Series 2003-117 Class KS 08/25/33 | | | 6.879 | % | | | 3,160,549 | | | | 206,042 | | |
CMO IO Series 2006-5 Class N1 08/25/34 | | | 1.994 | % | | | 16,394,028 | | | | 322,431 | | |
CMO IO Series 2006-5 Class N2 02/25/35 | | | 1.996 | % | | | 63,847,450 | | | | 2,601,777 | | |
CMO IO Series 2007-54 Class DI 06/25/37 | | | 5.879 | % | | | 19,666,749 | | | | 4,087,482 | | |
CMO IO Series 2012-80 Class DS 06/25/39 | | | 6.429 | % | | | 9,910,460 | | | | 1,668,696 | | |
CMO IO Series 2012-97 Class SB 09/25/42 | | | 5.779 | % | | | 10,571,926 | | | | 2,099,990 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-13 Class SA 03/25/43 | | | 5.929 | % | | | 20,652,370 | | | | 5,058,410 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-97 Class SB 06/25/32 | | | 5.879 | % | | | 14,183,169 | | | | 1,905,083 | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association(c) CMO IO STRIPS Series 417 Class C5 02/25/43 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 9,341,103 | | | | 1,874,132 | | |
CMO IO Series 2012-118 Class BI 12/25/39 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 40,519,889 | | | | 5,325,505 | | |
CMO IO Series 2012-121 Class GI 08/25/39 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 12,747,634 | | | | 1,535,902 | | |
CMO IO Series 2012-129 Class IC 01/25/41 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 17,204,362 | | | | 2,535,175 | | |
CMO IO Series 2012-133 Class EI 07/25/31 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 7,884,769 | | | | 936,446 | | |
CMO IO Series 2012-134 Class AI 07/25/40 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 29,353,346 | | | | 4,032,313 | | |
CMO IO Series 2012-144 Class HI 07/25/42 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 6,929,645 | | | | 940,092 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Agency(a) (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
CMO IO Series 2012-96 Class CI 04/25/39 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 16,569,257 | | | | 1,484,475 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-1 Class AI 02/25/43 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 7,431,314 | | | | 1,037,252 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-1 Class BI 02/25/40 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 5,870,189 | | | | 587,434 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-16 Class IO 01/25/40 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 19,123,737 | | | | 2,783,410 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-41 Class IY 05/25/40 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 22,551,780 | | | | 2,351,643 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-6 Class MI 02/25/40 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 10,487,741 | | | | 1,342,941 | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association(d) 12/16/30 - 01/13/46 | | | 3.000 | % | | | 67,000,000 | | | | 68,335,684 | | |
12/16/30 - 01/13/46 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 128,750,000 | | | | 134,247,837 | | |
01/13/46 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 103,000,000 | | | | 109,047,223 | | |
01/13/46 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 7,000,000 | | | | 7,711,046 | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association(e) 07/01/36 - 08/01/38 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 8,340,203 | | | | 9,377,687 | | |
Government National Mortgage Association 03/15/30 | | | 7.000 | % | | | 29,426 | | | | 29,528 | | |
12/15/31 - 02/15/32 | | | 6.500 | % | | | 237,558 | | | | 273,170 | | |
12/15/32 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 94,860 | | | | 111,823 | | |
09/15/33 - 08/20/40 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 23,894,635 | | | | 26,521,496 | | |
Government National Mortgage Association(c) CMO IO Series 2012-121 Class PI 09/16/42 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 11,482,077 | | | | 1,990,598 | | |
CMO IO Series 2012-129 Class AI 08/20/37 | | | 3.000 | % | | | 15,404,039 | | | | 1,903,797 | | |
Government National Mortgage Association(d) 12/17/45 | | | 3.000 | % | | | 47,000,000 | | | | 47,775,693 | | |
Vendee Mortgage Trust(b)(c) CMO IO Series 1998-1 Class 2IO 03/15/28 | | | 0.331 | % | | | 2,161,922 | | | | 17,589 | | |
CMO IO Series 1998-3 Class IO 03/15/29 | | | 0.136 | % | | | 2,644,173 | | | | 3,422 | | |
Total Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Agency (Cost: $1,756,234,804) | | | | | | | 1,758,236,442 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 12.5% | |
AJAX Mortgage Loan Trust CMO Series 2014-B Class A(b)(f) 08/25/54 | | | 3.850 | % | | | 10,442,904 | | | | 10,412,620 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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COLUMBIA U.S. GOVERNMENT MORTGAGE FUND
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Non-Agency (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
ASG Resecuritization Trust(b)(f) CMO Series 2013-2 Class 1A60 12/28/35 | | | 2.548 | % | | | 3,415,325 | | | | 3,374,974 | | |
CMO Series 2013-2 Class 2A70 11/28/35 | | | 2.519 | % | | | 2,696,497 | | | | 2,628,603 | | |
Apollo Residential Mortgage Securitization Trust CMO Series 2013-1 Class A(f) 05/25/47 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 6,770,391 | | | | 6,792,063 | | |
BCAP LLC Trust(b)(f) 07/26/36 | | | 2.737 | % | | | 4,245,351 | | | | 4,228,167 | | |
CMO Series 2014-RR3 Class 3A1 07/26/36 | | | 0.293 | % | | | 2,734,012 | | | | 2,615,109 | | |
Series 2012-RR10 Class 2A1 09/26/36 | | | 2.672 | % | | | 5,817,914 | | | | 5,866,800 | | |
BCAP LLC Trust(f) CMO Series 2010-RR12 Class 3A7 08/26/37 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 2,525,685 | | | | 2,564,482 | | |
Series 2013-RR1 Class 10A1 10/26/36 | | | 3.000 | % | | | 5,150,147 | | | | 5,170,475 | | |
BNPP Mortgage Securities LLC Trust CMO Series 2009-1 Class A1(f) 08/27/37 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 653,083 | | | | 666,648 | | |
Bayview Opportunity Master Fund Trust Series 2014-16RP Class A(b)(f) 11/28/29 | | | 3.844 | % | | | 1,272,283 | | | | 1,268,430 | | |
CIM Trust CMO Series 2015-3AG Class A2(b)(f) 10/25/57 | | | 3.693 | % | | | 5,000,000 | | | | 4,962,875 | | |
COLT LLC(b)(f) CMO Series 15-1 Class A1V 12/26/45 | | | 3.195 | % | | | 5,000,000 | | | | 5,000,000 | | |
Series 2015-A Class A1 07/27/20 | | | 3.221 | % | | | 15,163,470 | | | | 15,163,470 | | |
CSMC Trust CMO Series 2015-RPL1 Class A2(b)(f) 02/25/57 | | | 4.384 | % | | | 7,000,000 | | | | 6,863,678 | | |
Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc.(b) CMO Series 2015-A Class B3 06/25/58 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 3,496,328 | | | | 3,289,094 | | |
Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc.(b)(f) CMO Series 2009-11 Class 1A2 02/25/37 | | | 2.606 | % | | | 710,201 | | | | 605,396 | | |
CMO Series 2009-9 Class 1A3 04/25/34 | | | 2.721 | % | | | 2,489,441 | | | | 2,269,885 | | |
CMO Series 2010-7 Class 3A4 12/25/35 | | | 5.767 | % | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 3,126,065 | | |
CMO Series 2013-5 Class 3A1 08/25/37 | | | 2.726 | % | | | 6,907,622 | | | | 6,967,582 | | |
CMO Series 2014-A Class B2 01/25/35 | | | 5.433 | % | | | 2,620,684 | | | | 2,694,764 | | |
CMO Series 2014-C Class A 02/25/54 | | | 3.250 | % | | | 1,558,123 | | | | 1,493,511 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Non-Agency (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc.(f) CMO Series 2013-7 Class 1A2 10/25/35 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 3,670,724 | | | | 3,602,777 | | |
CMO Series 2014-2 Class 2A3 04/25/36 | | | 4.750 | % | | | 3,998,377 | | | | 4,056,336 | | |
CMO Series 2015-RP2 Class B2 01/25/53 | | | 4.250 | % | | | 5,927,892 | | | | 5,745,604 | | |
Credit Suisse Mortgage Capital Certificates(b)(f) 04/27/37 | | | 5.810 | % | | | 2,682,944 | | | | 2,746,688 | | |
CMO Series 2012-6R Class 1A1 11/26/37 | | | 2.810 | % | | | 8,783,010 | | | | 8,672,980 | | |
CMO Series 2013-2R Class 1A5 05/27/36 | | | 4.190 | % | | | 5,818,000 | | | | 5,621,406 | | |
CMO Series 2014-RPL4 Class A1 08/25/62 | | | 3.625 | % | | | 6,449,820 | | | | 6,342,518 | | |
CMO Series 2014-RPL4 Class A2 08/25/62 | | | 4.399 | % | | | 8,250,000 | | | | 7,958,255 | | |
Series 2012-11 Class 3A2 06/29/47 | | | 1.194 | % | | | 9,499,870 | | | | 8,517,232 | | |
Credit Suisse Mortgage Capital Certificates(f) CMO Series 2009-12R Class 11A1 08/27/37 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 464,441 | | | | 466,773 | | |
CMO Series 2010-9R Class 10A5 04/27/37 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 6,753,183 | | | | 6,757,360 | | |
CMO Series 2010-9R Class 2A5 02/27/38 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 2,000,000 | | | | 1,941,144 | | |
CMO Series 2010-9R Class 7A5 05/27/37 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 3,726,133 | | | | 3,728,847 | | |
Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC(b)(f) CMO Series 2014-RPL1 Class A1 02/25/54 | | | 3.250 | % | | | 14,920,106 | | | | 14,657,614 | | |
Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC(f) CMO Series 2014-5R Class 5A2 07/27/37 | | | 3.250 | % | | | 2,445,487 | | | | 2,360,301 | | |
CMO Series 2014-RPL1 Class A3 02/25/54 | | | 3.958 | % | | | 5,500,000 | | | | 5,363,182 | | |
Deutsche Mortgage Securities, Inc. Mortgage Loan Trust CMO Series 2003-1 Class 1A7 04/25/33 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 424,830 | | | | 425,745 | | |
Jefferies Resecuritization Trust(f) CMO Series 2010-R4 Class 2A2 10/26/35 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 1,705,895 | | | | 1,748,731 | | |
CMO Series 2014-R1 Class 1A1 12/27/37 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 1,865,444 | | | | 1,866,654 | | |
Morgan Stanley Re-Remic Trust Series 2013-R8 Class 1B(b)(f) 09/26/36 | | | 2.806 | % | | | 5,027,535 | | | | 4,801,296 | | |
NRPL Trust(b)(f) Series 2014-1A Class A1 04/25/54 | | | 3.250 | % | | | 4,506,470 | | | | 4,505,569 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Non-Agency (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
NRPL Trust(f) Series 2013-1A Class A 08/25/57 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 11,007,999 | | | | 10,951,859 | | |
NZES Series 2015-PLS1 Class A(b)(f) 04/25/17 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 2,521,873 | | | | 2,518,721 | | |
New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust CMO IO Series 2014-1A Class AIO(b)(c)(f) 01/25/54 | | | 2.246 | % | | | 62,321,698 | | | | 3,909,284 | | |
Pretium Mortgage Credit Partners I(b)(f) Series 2015-NPL1 Class A1 05/28/30 | | | 3.625 | % | | | 8,684,504 | | | | 8,609,174 | | |
Series 2015-NPL1 Class A2 05/28/30 | | | 4.250 | % | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 2,837,610 | | |
Pretium Mortgage Credit Partners Series 2015-NPL2 Class A1(b)(f) 07/27/30 | | | 3.750 | % | | | 2,807,007 | | | | 2,786,222 | | |
RBSSP Resecuritization Trust(b)(f) CMO Series 2009-12 Class 9A1 03/25/36 | | | 2.741 | % | | | 1,532,329 | | | | 1,520,917 | | |
CMO Series 2012-1 Class 5A2 12/27/35 | | | 3.210 | % | | | 5,534,879 | | | | 4,958,785 | | |
RBSSP Resecuritization Trust(f) CMO Series 2012-5 Class 2A1 07/26/36 | | | 5.750 | % | | | 4,769,883 | | | | 4,993,149 | | |
VML LLC CMO Series 2014-NPL1 Class A1(f) 04/27/54 | | | 3.875 | % | | | 2,179,665 | | | | 2,167,867 | | |
Total Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency (Cost: $241,637,765) | | | | | | | 245,165,291 | | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Agency 4.0% | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Multifamily Structured Pass-Through Certificates Series 20K045 Class A2 01/25/25 | | | 3.023 | % | | | 32,523,000 | | | | 33,113,692 | | |
Series K047 Class A2 05/25/25 | | | 3.329 | % | | | 13,500,000 | | | | 14,057,658 | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association 10/01/19 | | | 4.420 | % | | | 4,030,114 | | | | 4,371,943 | | |
10/01/19 | | | 4.430 | % | | | 4,580,574 | | | | 4,971,038 | | |
01/01/20 | | | 4.570 | % | | | 1,030,120 | | | | 1,126,840 | | |
01/01/20 | | | 4.600 | % | | | 1,697,183 | | | | 1,858,562 | | |
05/01/24 | | | 5.030 | % | | | 3,326,478 | | | | 3,818,998 | | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Agency (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Federal National Mortgage Association(b) Series 2015-M8 Class A2 01/25/25 | | | 2.900 | % | | | 15,000,000 | | | | 15,152,731 | | |
Total Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Agency (Cost: $77,145,333) | | | | | | | 78,471,462 | | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 4.6% | |
American Homes 4 Rent(b)(f) Series 2014-SFR1 Class E 06/17/31 | | | 2.750 | % | | | 10,250,000 | | | | 9,761,941 | | |
American Homes 4 Rent(f) Series 2015-SFR1 Class F 04/17/52 | | | 5.885 | % | | | 1,500,000 | | | | 1,387,787 | | |
B2R Mortgage Trust Series 2015 Class D(f) 11/15/48 | | | 5.492 | % | | | 5,000,000 | | | | 4,609,250 | | |
BHMS Mortgage Trust Series 2014-ATLS Class DFX(b)(f) 07/05/33 | | | 4.847 | % | | | 6,500,000 | | | | 6,504,455 | | |
Banc of America Merrill Lynch Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2013-DSNY Class F(b)(f) 09/15/26 | | | 3.697 | % | | | 6,928,000 | | | | 6,918,232 | | |
Banc of America Merrill Lynch Re-Remic Trust(b)(f) Series 2014-FRR7 Class A 10/26/44 | | | 2.471 | % | | | 5,000,000 | | | | 4,919,239 | | |
Series 2014-FRR7 Class B 10/26/44 | | | 2.471 | % | | | 2,000,000 | | | | 1,917,779 | | |
Series 2015-FR11 Class A705 09/27/44 | | | 1.892 | % | | | 5,500,000 | | | | 5,092,484 | | |
GS Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2007-GG10 Class AM(b) 08/10/45 | | | 5.988 | % | | | 10,200,000 | | | | 10,170,026 | | |
Invitation Homes Trust Series 2015-SFR3 Class E(b)(f) 08/17/32 | | | 3.947 | % | | | 3,500,000 | | | | 3,440,982 | | |
JPMorgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2006-LDP9 Class AM 05/15/47 | | | 5.372 | % | | | 2,000,000 | | | | 2,040,499 | | |
Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust CMO IO Series 1998-C3 Class IO(b)(c) 12/15/30 | | | 1.075 | % | | | 270,026 | | | | 3,717 | | |
ORES NPL LLC(f) Series 2013-LV2 Class A 09/25/25 | | | 3.081 | % | | | 878,082 | | | | 877,204 | | |
Series 2014-LV3 Class A 03/27/24 | | | 3.000 | % | | | 2,781,270 | | | | 2,781,270 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Non-Agency (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Series 2014-LV3 Class B 03/27/24 | | | 6.000 | % | | | 4,800,000 | | | | 4,800,000 | | |
Rialto Capital Management LLC Series 2014-LT5 Class B(f) 05/15/24 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 7,412,000 | | | | 7,412,000 | | |
Rialto Real Estate Fund LLC Series 2014-LT6 Class A(f) 09/15/24 | | | 2.750 | % | | | 1,708,814 | | | | 1,708,814 | | |
Rialto Real Estate Fund LP Series 2014-LT5 Class A(f) 05/15/24 | | | 2.850 | % | | | 1,798,596 | | | | 1,798,596 | | |
VFC LLC(f) Series 2014-2 Class A 07/20/30 | | | 2.750 | % | | | 2,294,134 | | | | 2,294,576 | | |
Series 2014-2 Class B 07/20/30 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 5,000,000 | | | | 4,984,353 | | |
Subordinated, Series 2015-3 Class B 12/20/31 | | | 4.750 | % | | | 7,542,000 | | | | 7,533,809 | | |
Total Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency (Cost: $92,003,654) | | | | | | | 90,957,013 | | |
Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 5.8% | |
A Voce CLO Ltd. Series 2014-1A Class C(b)(f) 07/15/26 | | | 3.821 | % | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 2,630,913 | | |
Apidos CDO XVII Series 2014-17A Class A2A(b)(f) 04/17/26 | | | 2.365 | % | | | 6,500,000 | | | | 6,384,982 | | |
Apidos CLO XXII Series 2015-22A Class D(b)(f) 10/20/27 | | | 6.336 | % | | | 4,000,000 | | | | 3,629,356 | | |
Ares CLO Ltd. Series 2014-1A Class B(b)(f) 04/17/26 | | | 3.115 | % | | | 3,250,000 | | | | 3,141,405 | | |
Ares XXXVII CLO Ltd. Series 2015-4A Class D1(f) 10/15/26 | | | 7.126 | % | | | 4,000,000 | | | | 3,749,268 | | |
Ares XXXVIII CLO Ltd.(b)(d)(f) 01/20/27 | | | 0.000 | % | | | 4,000,000 | | | | 3,852,800 | | |
Betony CLO Ltd. Series 2015-1A Class E(b)(f) 04/15/27 | | | 5.671 | % | | | 1,000,000 | | | | 814,379 | | |
Carlyle Global Market Strategies CLO(b)(f) Series 2013-1A Class B 02/14/25 | | | 3.462 | % | | | 6,300,000 | | | | 6,269,300 | | |
Series 2015-4A Class C 10/20/27 | | | 4.394 | % | | | 6,100,000 | | | | 5,834,101 | | |
Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Dryden Senior Loan Fund Series 2014-33A Class C(b)(f) 07/15/26 | | | 3.171 | % | | | 10,266,667 | | | | 10,029,877 | | |
GCAT LLC Series 2014-2 Class A1(b)(f) 10/25/19 | | | 3.721 | % | | | 5,305,602 | | | | 5,276,764 | | |
GoldenTree Loan Opportunities VII Ltd. Series 2013-7A Class B(b)(f) 04/25/25 | | | 2.070 | % | | | 8,000,000 | | | | 7,788,096 | | |
Madison Park Funding Ltd.(b)(f) 10/21/26 | | | 3.311 | % | | | 7,000,000 | | | | 6,921,187 | | |
Madison Park Funding XVI Ltd. Series 2015-16A Class A2A(b)(f) 04/20/26 | | | 2.502 | % | | | 13,000,000 | | | | 12,769,731 | | |
New York Mortgage Trust Residential LLC(b)(f) Series 2013-RP1A Class A 07/25/18 | | | 4.250 | % | | | 3,010,345 | | | | 3,035,626 | | |
Series 2013-RP2A Class A 09/25/18 | | | 4.600 | % | | | 1,855,174 | | | | 1,865,143 | | |
Nomad CLO Ltd. Series 2013-1A Class B(b)(f) 01/15/25 | | | 3.271 | % | | | 10,000,000 | | | | 9,692,020 | | |
OHA Credit Partners VIII Ltd. Series 2013-8A Class B(b)(f) 04/20/25 | | | 1.967 | % | | | 4,500,000 | | | | 4,371,439 | | |
Oak Hill Advisors Residential Loan Trust Series 2015-NPL1 Class A1(b)(f) 01/25/55 | | | 3.475 | % | | | 2,638,185 | | | | 2,631,033 | | |
SoFi Professional Loan Program LLC Series 2015-D Class RC(f)(g)(h) 10/25/37 | | | 0.000 | % | | | 6 | | | | 4,000,000 | | |
Symphony CLO Ltd. Series 2014-14A Class D2(b)(f) 07/14/26 | | | 3.921 | % | | | 7,500,000 | | | | 7,086,952 | | |
Truman Capital Mortgage Loan Trust Series 2014-NPL2 Class A1(b)(f) 06/25/54 | | | 3.125 | % | | | 286,256 | | | | 286,064 | | |
Vericrest Opportunity Loan Transferee XXXIII LLC Series 2015-NPL5 Class A1(b)(f) 03/25/55 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 2,361,055 | | | | 2,342,792 | | |
Total Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency (Cost: $116,137,449) | | | | | | | 114,403,228 | | |
U.S. Government & Agency Obligations 3.3% | |
Government National Mortgage Association(d) 12/17/45 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 61,500,000 | | | | 64,230,268 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
U.S. Government & Agency Obligations (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Government National Mortgage Association(i)(j) 11/20/41 | | | 6.000 | % | | | — | | | | — | | |
Total U.S. Government & Agency Obligations (Cost: $64,065,703) | | | | | | | 64,230,268 | | |
Repurchase Agreements 2.8%
Issue Description | | Effective Yield | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Tri-Party TD Securities dated 11/30/15, matures 12/1/15, repurchase price $55,000,153 (collateralized by U.S. Treasury Securities — total market value of $56,100,044) | | | 0.100 | % | | | 55,000,000 | | | | 55,000,000 | | |
Total Repurchase Agreements (Cost: $55,000,000) | | | | | | | 55,000,000 | | |
Options Purchased Puts 0.2%
Issuer | | Notional ($)/ Contracts | | Exercise Price ($) | | Expiration Date | | Value ($) | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap(k) | | | 100,000,000 | | | | 3.00 | | | 05/17/2017 | | | 539,840 | | |
Options Purchased Puts (continued)
Issuer | | Notional ($)/ Contracts | | Exercise Price ($) | | Expiration Date | | Value ($) | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap(k) | | | 150,000,000 | | | | 2.75 | | | 05/31/2017 | | | 1,228,470 | | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap(k) | | | 50,000,000 | | | | 4.00 | | | 08/17/2017 | | | 88,180 | | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap(k) | | | 130,000,000 | | | | 3.25 | | | 08/18/2017 | | | 679,796 | | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap(k) | | | 238,000,000 | | | | 2.15 | | | 09/09/2016 | | | 1,986,372 | | |
Total Options Purchased Puts (Cost: $16,337,250) | | | 4,522,658 | | |
Money Market Funds 0.1%
| | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(l)(m) | | | 2,691,024 | | | | 2,691,024 | | |
Total Money Market Funds (Cost: $2,691,024) | | | | | 2,691,024 | | |
Total Investments (Cost: $2,421,252,982) | | | | | 2,413,677,386 | | |
Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | (446,410,901 | ) | |
Net Assets | | | | | 1,967,266,485 | | |
At November 30, 2015, securities and cash totaling $8,720,059 were pledged as collateral.
Investments in Derivatives
Futures Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Long Futures Contracts Outstanding
Contract Description | | Number of Contracts | | Trading Currency | | Notional Market Value ($) | | Expiration Date | | Unrealized Appreciation ($) | | Unrealized Depreciation ($) | |
US 10YR NOTE (CBT) | | | 3,505 | | | USD | | | | | 443,163,438 | | | 03/2016 | | | 1,016,011 | | | | — | | |
US 2YR NOTE (CBT) | | | 189 | | | USD | | | | | 41,116,360 | | | 03/2016 | | | — | | | | (293 | ) | |
US 5YR NOTE (CBT) | | | 2,442 | | | USD | | | | | 289,815,798 | | | 03/2016 | | | 282,591 | | | | — | | |
Total | | | | | | | 774,095,596 | | | | | | 1,298,602 | | | | (293 | ) | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Short Futures Contracts Outstanding
Contract Description | | Number of Contracts | | Trading Currency | | Notional Market Value ($) | | Expiration Date | | Unrealized Appreciation ($) | | Unrealized Depreciation ($) | |
US LONG BOND (CBT) | | | (20 | ) | | USD | | | | | (3,080,000 | ) | | 03/2016 | | | — | | | | (18,156 | ) | |
Open Options Contracts Written at November 30, 2015
Issuer | | Puts/Calls | | Notional Amount ($) | | Exercise Price ($) | | Premium Received ($) | | Expiration Date | | Value ($) | |
OTC 10-Year Interest Rate Swap(n) | | Call | | | 200,000,000 | | | | 2.10 | | | | 1,400,000 | | | 12/2015 | | | 1,118,000 | | |
Credit Default Swap Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Buy Protection
Counterparty | | Reference Entity | | Expiration Date | | Pay Fixed Rate (%) | | Notional Amount ($) | | Market Value ($) | | Periodic Payments Receivable (Payable) ($) | | Unrealized Appreciation ($) | | Unrealized Depreciation ($) | |
Morgan Stanley* | | Markit CDX North America High Yield Index, Series 25 Version 1 | | 12/20/2020 | | | 5.000 | | | | 8,000,000 | | | | (35,709 | ) | | | (78,889 | ) | | | — | | | | (114,598
| ) | |
*Centrally cleared swap contract
Credit Default Swap Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Sell Protection
Counterparty | | Reference Entity | | Expiration Date | | Receive Fixed Rate (%) | | Implied Credit Spread (%)** | | Notional Amount ($) | | Market Value ($) | | Unamortized Premium (Paid) Received ($) | | Periodic Payments Receivable (Payable) ($) | | Unrealized Appreciation ($) | | Unrealized Depreciation ($) | |
Goldman Sachs International | | Markit CMBX North America Index, Series 8 BBB- | | 10/17/2057 | | | 3.000
| | | | 4.542
| | | | 1,900,000
| | | | (201,400
| ) | | | 187,151
| | | | 950
| | | | —
| | | | (13,299
| ) | |
**Implied credit spreads, represented in absolute terms, utilized in determining the market value of credit default swap agreements on corporate or sovereign issues as of period end serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and represent the likelihood or risk of default for the credit derivative. The implied credit spread of a particular referenced entity reflects the cost of buying/selling protection and may include upfront payments required to be made to enter into the agreement. Wider credit spreads represent a deterioration of the referenced entity's credit soundness and a greater likelihood or risk of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the agreement.
Interest Rate Swap Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Counterparty | | Floating Rate Index | | Fund Pay/Receive Floating Rate | | Fixed Rate (%) | | Expiration Date | | Notional Currency | | Notional Amount ($) | | Unamortized Premium (Paid) Received ($) | | Unrealized Appreciation ($) | | Unrealized Depreciation ($) | |
Morgan Stanley* | | 3-Month USD LIBOR-BBA | | Receive | | | 1.569 | | | 9/16/2020 | | USD | | | | | 210,000,000 | | | | (1,911 | ) | | | — | | | | (572,913 | ) | |
Morgan Stanley* | | 3-Month USD LIBOR-BBA | | Receive | | | 1.923 | | | 9/14/2022 | | USD | | | | | 295,000,000 | | | | (3,142 | ) | | | — | | | | (2,982,908 | ) | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | — | | | | (3,555,821 | ) | |
*Centrally cleared swap contract
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) Represents comparable securities held to satisfy future delivery requirements of the following open forward sale commitments at November 30, 2015:
Security Description | | Principal Amount ($) | | Settlement Date | | Proceeds Receivable ($) | | Value ($) | |
Federal National Mortgage Association 12/10/45 4.500% | | | 10,000,000 | | | 12/10/15 | | | 10,784,375 | | | | 10,809,375 | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 12/10/45 3.500% | | | 4,000,000 | | | 12/10/15 | | | 4,111,875 | | | | 4,135,000 | | |
Total | | | | | | | 14,896,250 | | | | 14,944,375 | | |
(b) Variable rate security.
(c) Interest Only (IO) represents the right to receive the monthly interest payments on an underlying pool of mortgage loans.
(d) Security, or a portion thereof, has been purchased on a when-issued or delayed delivery basis.
(e) This security or a portion of this security has been pledged as collateral in connection with derivative contracts.
(f) Represents privately placed and other securities and instruments exempt from SEC registration (collectively, private placements), such as Section 4(a)(2) and Rule 144A eligible securities, which are often sold only to qualified institutional buyers. The Fund may invest in private placements determined to be liquid as well as those determined to be illiquid. Private placements may be determined to be liquid under guidelines established by the Fund's Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $434,596,451 or 22.09% of net assets.
(g) Zero coupon bond.
(h) Represents fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $4,000,000, which represents 0.20% of net assets.
(i) Negligible market value.
(j) Represents fractional shares.
(k) Purchased swaption contracts outstanding at November 30, 2015:
Description | | Counterparty | | Floating Rate Index | | Fund Pay/Receive Floating Rate | | Exercise Rate (%) | | Expiration Date | | Notional Amount ($) | | Premium Paid ($) | | Market Value ($) | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap | | Barclays | | 3-Month USD LIBOR | | Receive | | | 2.150 | | | 9/13/2021 | | | 238,000,000 | | | | 3,391,500 | | | | 1,986,372 | | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap | | Barclays | | 3-Month USD LIBOR | | Receive | | | 3.250 | | | 8/22/2022 | | | 130,000,000 | | | | 3,438,500 | | | | 679,796 | | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap | | JPMorgan | | 3-Month USD LIBOR | | Receive | | | 2.750 | | | 6/2/2022 | | | 150,000,000 | | | | 4,890,000 | | | | 1,228,470 | | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap | | JPMorgan | | 3-Month USD LIBOR | | Receive | | | 4.000 | | | 8/21/2022 | | | 50,000,000 | | | | 1,101,250 | | | | 88,180 | | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap | | Morgan Stanley | | 3-Month USD LIBOR | | Receive | | | 3.000 | | | 5/17/2022 | | | 100,000,000 | | | | 3,516,000 | | | | 539,840 | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 16,337,250 | | | | 4,522,658 | | |
(l) The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015.
(m) As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows:
Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | Purchase Cost ($) | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | Ending Cost ($) | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 37,060,649 | | | | 191,658,398 | | | | (226,028,023 | ) | | | 2,691,024 | | | | 3,643 | | | | 2,691,024 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Notes to Portfolio of Investments (continued)
(n) Written Swaption Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Description | | Counterparty | | Floating Rate Index | | Fund Pay/Receive Floating Rate | | Exercise Rate (%) | | Expiration Date | | Notional Amount ($) | | Premium Received ($) | | Market Value ($) | |
Call — OTC 10-Year Interest Rate Swap | | Barclays | | 3-Month USD LIBOR BBA | | Receive | | | 2.100 | | | 12/23/2025 | | | (200,000,000 | ) | | | (1,400,000 | ) | | | (1,118,000 | ) | |
Abbreviation Legend
CMO Collateralized Mortgage Obligation
STRIPS Separate Trading of Registered Interest and Principal Securities
Currency Legend
USD US Dollar
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
> Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.
> Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).
> Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at November 30, 2015:
| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets ($) | | Level 2 Other Significant Observable Inputs ($) | | Level 3 Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | Total ($) | |
Investments | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Agency | | | — | | | | 1,758,236,442 | | | | — | | | | 1,758,236,442 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | — | | | | 163,338,794 | | | | 81,826,497 | | | | 245,165,291 | | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Agency | | | — | | | | 78,471,462 | | | | — | | | | 78,471,462 | | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | — | | | | 85,470,559 | | | | 5,486,454 | | | | 90,957,013 | | |
Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | — | | | | 100,716,327 | | | | 13,686,901 | | | | 114,403,228 | | |
U.S. Government & Agency Obligations | | | — | | | | 64,230,268 | | | | — | | | | 64,230,268 | | |
Repurchase Agreements | | | — | | | | 55,000,000 | | | | — | | | | 55,000,000 | | |
Options Purchased Puts | | | — | | | | 4,522,658 | | | | — | | | | 4,522,658 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 2,691,024 | | | | — | | | | 2,691,024 | | |
Total Investments | | | — | | | | 2,312,677,534 | | | | 100,999,852 | | | | 2,413,677,386 | | |
Forward Sale Commitments | | | — | | | | (14,944,375 | ) | | | — | | | | (14,944,375 | ) | |
Derivatives | |
Assets | |
Futures Contracts | | | 1,298,602 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,298,602 | | |
Liabilities | |
Futures Contracts | | | (18,449 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (18,449 | ) | |
Options Contracts Written | | | — | | | | (1,118,000 | ) | | | — | | | | (1,118,000 | ) | |
Swap Contracts | | | — | | | | (3,683,718 | ) | | | — | | | | (3,683,718 | ) | |
Total | | | 1,280,153 | | | | 2,292,931,441 | | | | 100,999,852 | | | | 2,395,211,446 | | |
See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are valued based upon utilizing observable market inputs, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available.
Futures contracts and swap contracts are valued at unrealized appreciation (depreciation).
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
Transfers In | | Transfers Out | |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | |
| — | | | | 37,060,649 | | | | 37,060,649 | | | | — | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
The following table is a reconciliation of Level 3 assets for which significant observable and unobservable inputs were used to determine fair value:
| | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency ($) | | Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency ($) | | Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency ($) | | Total ($) | |
Balance as of May 31, 2015 | | | 72,402,795 | | | | 2,250,199 | | | | 30,951 | | | | 74,683,945 | | |
Increase (decrease) in accrued discounts/premiums | | | (24,107 | ) | | | 77 | | | | 282 | | | | (23,748 | ) | |
Realized gain (loss) | | | — | | | | — | | | | 774 | | | | 774 | | |
Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)(a) | | | (824,063 | ) | | | (970 | ) | | | (1,056 | ) | | | (826,089 | ) | |
Sales | | | (7,824,076 | ) | | | (1,372,117 | ) | | | (30,951 | ) | | | (9,227,144 | ) | |
Purchases | | | 27,308,000 | | | | 4,609,265 | | | | 13,686,901 | | | | 45,604,166 | | |
Transfers into Level 3 | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Transfers out of Level 3 | | | (9,212,052 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (9,212,052 | ) | |
Balance as of November 30, 2015 | | | 81,826,497 | | | | 5,486,454 | | | | 13,686,901 | | | | 100,999,852 | | |
(a) Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) relating to securities held at November 30, 2015 was $(825,315), which is comprised of, Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency of $(824,063), Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency of $(970) and Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency of $(282).
The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 3 category are valued utilizing the valuation technique deemed the most appropriate in the circumstances. Certain residential, commercial and asset backed securities classified as Level 3 securities are valued using the market approach and utilize single market quotations from broker dealers which may have included, but were not limited to, observable transactions for identical or similar assets in the market and the distressed nature of the security. The appropriateness of fair values for these securities is monitored on an ongoing basis which may include results of back testing, manual price reviews and other control procedures. Significant increases (decreases) to any of these inputs would result in a significantly lower (higher) valuation measurement.
Financial assets were transferred from Level 3 to Level 2 as observable market inputs were utilized and management determined that there was sufficient, reliable and observable market data to value these assets as of period end.
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Assets | |
Investments, at value | |
Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $2,347,224,708) | | $ | 2,351,463,704 | | |
Affiliated issuers (identified cost $2,691,024) | | | 2,691,024 | | |
Options purchased (identified cost $16,337,250) | | | 4,522,658 | | |
Repurchase agreements (identified cost $55,000,000) | | | 55,000,000 | | |
Total investments (identified cost $2,421,252,982) | | | 2,413,677,386 | | |
Cash collateral held at broker | | | 280,000 | | |
Margin deposits | | | 8,893,220 | | |
Premiums paid on outstanding swap contracts | | | 5,053 | | |
Receivable for: | |
Investments sold | | | 51,059,340 | | |
Investments sold on a delayed delivery basis | | | 216,466,117 | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 12,229,338 | | |
Dividends | | | 571 | | |
Interest | | | 8,290,943 | | |
Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager | | | 7,897 | | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 6,960 | | |
Trustees' deferred compensation plan | | | 77,914 | | |
Other assets | | | 35,630 | | |
Total assets | | | 2,711,030,369 | | |
Liabilities | |
Option contracts written, at value (premiums received $1,400,000) | | | 1,118,000 | | |
Forward sale commitments, at value (proceeds receivable $14,896,250) | | | 14,944,375 | | |
Due to custodian | | | 55,950 | | |
Unrealized depreciation on swap contracts | | | 13,299 | | |
Premiums received on outstanding swap contracts | | | 187,151 | | |
Payable for: | |
Investments purchased on a delayed delivery basis | | | 713,580,495 | | |
Capital shares purchased | | | 2,182,630 | | |
Dividend distributions to shareholders | | | 10,305,466 | | |
Variation margin | | | 804,643 | | |
Interest on forward sale commitments | | | 14,750 | | |
Investment management fees | | | 78,764 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 16,769 | | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 194,672 | | |
Plan administration fees | | | 124 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 113,830 | | |
Other expenses | | | 75,052 | | |
Trustees' deferred compensation plan | | | 77,914 | | |
Total liabilities | | | 743,763,884 | | |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 1,967,266,485 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Represented by | |
Paid-in capital | | $ | 2,012,164,101 | | |
Excess of distributions over net investment income | | | (7,485,824 | ) | |
Accumulated net realized loss | | | (27,666,506 | ) | |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | 4,238,996 | | |
Forward sale commitments | | | (48,125 | ) | |
Futures contracts | | | 1,280,153 | | |
Options purchased | | | (11,814,592 | ) | |
Options contracts written | | | 282,000 | | |
Swap contracts | | | (3,683,718 | ) | |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 1,967,266,485 | | |
Class A | |
Net assets | | $ | 639,005,300 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 117,608,582 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 5.43 | | |
Maximum offering price per share(a) | | $ | 5.60 | | |
Class B | |
Net assets | | $ | 1,216,428 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 223,782 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 5.44 | | |
Class C | |
Net assets | | $ | 40,014,236 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 7,353,478 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 5.44 | | |
Class I | |
Net assets | | $ | 769,028,328 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 141,622,757 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 5.43 | | |
Class K | |
Net assets | | $ | 567,609 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 104,710 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 5.42 | | |
Class R4 | |
Net assets | | $ | 38,176,844 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 7,030,458 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 5.43 | | |
Class R5 | |
Net assets | | $ | 15,964,897 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 2,942,836 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 5.43 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Class W | |
Net assets | | $ | 13,402,292 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 2,462,231 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 5.44 | | |
Class Y | |
Net assets | | $ | 5,600,420 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,036,227 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 5.40 | | |
Class Z | |
Net assets | | $ | 444,290,131 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 81,835,928 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 5.43 | | |
(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 3.00%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Net investment income | |
Income: | |
Dividends — affiliated issuers | | $ | 3,643 | | |
Interest | | | 32,538,865 | | |
Total income | | | 32,542,508 | | |
Expenses: | |
Investment management fees | | | 4,768,511 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | |
Class A | | | 760,810 | | |
Class B | | | 7,385 | | |
Class C | | | 192,210 | | |
Class W | | | 30,128 | | |
Transfer agent fees | |
Class A | | | 652,493 | | |
Class B | | | 1,588 | | |
Class C | | | 41,220 | | |
Class K | | | 140 | | |
Class R4 | | | 30,304 | | |
Class R5 | | | 4,745 | | |
Class W | | | 26,195 | | |
Class Z | | | 462,658 | | |
Plan administration fees | |
Class K | | | 702 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 14,705 | | |
Custodian fees | | | 22,070 | | |
Printing and postage fees | | | 66,679 | | |
Registration fees | | | 81,243 | | |
Audit fees | | | 15,941 | | |
Legal fees | | | 10,890 | | |
Other | | | 16,677 | | |
Total expenses | | | 7,207,294 | | |
Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates | | | (586,587 | ) | |
Expense reductions | | | (6,016 | ) | |
Total net expenses | | | 6,614,691 | | |
Net investment income | | | 25,927,817 | | |
Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investments | | | 2,957,935 | | |
Futures contracts | | | (5,055,020 | ) | |
Options purchased | | | (9,228,725 | ) | |
Swap contracts | | | (99,082 | ) | |
Net realized loss | | | (11,424,892 | ) | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | (24,532,765 | ) | |
Forward sale commitments | | | 49,638 | | |
Futures contracts | | | 796,999 | | |
Options purchased | | | 2,847,387 | | |
Options contracts written | | | 282,000 | | |
Swap contracts | | | (3,593,373 | ) | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (24,150,114 | ) | |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (35,575,006 | ) | |
Net decrease in net assets from operations | | $ | (9,647,189 | ) | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
Operations | |
Net investment income | | $ | 25,927,817 | | | $ | 47,194,388 | | |
Net realized gain (loss) | | | (11,424,892 | ) | | | 46,994,636 | | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (24,150,114 | ) | | | (20,493,854 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (9,647,189 | ) | | | 73,695,170 | | |
Distributions to shareholders | |
Net investment income | |
Class A | | | (7,859,548 | ) | | | (13,890,079 | ) | |
Class B | | | (13,589 | ) | | | (38,041 | ) | |
Class C | | | (353,541 | ) | | | (634,550 | ) | |
Class I | | | (11,782,244 | ) | | | (22,406,566 | ) | |
Class K | | | (7,500 | ) | | | (6,844 | ) | |
Class R4 | | | (403,526 | ) | | | (364,152 | ) | |
Class R5 | | | (278,290 | ) | | | (243,518 | ) | |
Class W | | | (316,985 | ) | | | (449,420 | ) | |
Class Y | | | (43,942 | ) | | | (8,692 | ) | |
Class Z | | | (6,094,601 | ) | | | (12,031,396 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | | | | | | | |
Class A | | | (1,897,819 | ) | | | — | | |
Class B | | | (3,612 | ) | | | — | | |
Class C | | | (118,500 | ) | | | — | | |
Class I | | | (2,282,246 | ) | | | — | | |
Class K | | | (1,688 | ) | | | — | | |
Class R4 | | | (108,363 | ) | | | — | | |
Class R5 | | | (46,988 | ) | | | — | | |
Class W | | | (39,707 | ) | | | — | | |
Class Y | | | (16,822 | ) | | | — | | |
Class Z | | | (1,322,277 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (32,991,788 | ) | | | (50,073,258 | ) | |
Increase in net assets from capital stock activity | | | 75,944,216 | | | | 45,074,018 | | |
Total increase in net assets | | | 33,305,239 | | | | 68,695,930 | | |
Net assets at beginning of period | | | 1,933,961,246 | | | | 1,865,265,316 | | |
Net assets at end of period | | $ | 1,967,266,485 | | | $ | 1,933,961,246 | | |
Excess of distributions over net investment income | | $ | (7,485,824 | ) | | $ | (6,259,875 | ) | |
(a) Class Y shares are based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | |
Class A shares | |
Subscriptions(b) | | | 26,637,882 | | | | 146,654,073 | | | | 27,060,113 | | | | 149,315,560 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 1,496,050 | | | | 8,198,175 | | | | 2,092,213 | | | | 11,529,585 | | |
Redemptions | | | (14,180,019 | ) | | | (77,999,047 | ) | | | (27,737,988 | ) | | | (152,825,073 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 13,953,913 | | | | 76,853,201 | | | | 1,414,338 | | | | 8,020,072 | | |
Class B shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 25,788 | | | | 142,321 | | | | 27,449 | | | | 151,704 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 2,328 | | | | 12,778 | | | | 5,029 | | | | 27,707 | | |
Redemptions(b) | | | (122,947 | ) | | | (676,139 | ) | | | (225,542 | ) | | | (1,240,809 | ) | |
Net decrease | | | (94,831 | ) | | | (521,040 | ) | | | (193,064 | ) | | | (1,061,398 | ) | |
Class C shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 1,641,448 | | | | 9,046,089 | | | | 1,785,453 | | | | 9,868,109 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 70,766 | | | | 388,263 | | | | 91,655 | | | | 505,966 | | |
Redemptions | | | (985,247 | ) | | | (5,430,948 | ) | | | (2,315,693 | ) | | | (12,755,492 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | 726,967 | | | | 4,003,404 | | | | (438,585 | ) | | | (2,381,417 | ) | |
Class I shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 13,975,484 | | | | 77,055,139 | | | | 20,203,552 | | | | 111,225,987 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 2,566,113 | | | | 14,064,306 | | | | 4,068,423 | | | | 22,406,272 | | |
Redemptions | | | (19,485,927 | ) | | | (107,378,320 | ) | | | (23,058,450 | ) | | | (126,615,613 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (2,944,330 | ) | | | (16,258,875 | ) | | | 1,213,525 | | | | 7,016,646 | | |
Class K shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 7,508 | | | | 41,384 | | | | 85,596 | | | | 472,517 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 1,649 | | | | 9,020 | | | | 1,187 | | | | 6,563 | | |
Redemptions | | | (1,469 | ) | | | (8,065 | ) | | | (5,184 | ) | | | (28,360 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 7,688 | | | | 42,339 | | | | 81,599 | | | | 450,720 | | |
Class R4 shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 3,831,835 | | | | 21,041,170 | | | | 3,449,307 | | | | 19,009,752 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 67,748 | | | | 370,635 | | | | 43,357 | | | | 239,175 | | |
Redemptions | | | (725,227 | ) | | | (3,987,763 | ) | | | (1,919,914 | ) | | | (10,514,801 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 3,174,356 | | | | 17,424,042 | | | | 1,572,750 | | | | 8,734,126 | | |
Class R5 shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 3,220,900 | | | | 17,725,948 | | | | 1,485,282 | | | | 8,174,546 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 59,351 | | | | 325,277 | | | | 44,154 | | | | 243,492 | | |
Redemptions | | | (2,486,279 | ) | | | (13,618,525 | ) | | | (392,126 | ) | | | (2,157,380 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 793,972 | | | | 4,432,700 | | | | 1,137,310 | | | | 6,260,658 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity (continued) | |
Class W shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 323,483 | | | | 1,784,922 | | | | 5,705,628 | | | | 31,636,430 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 64,764 | | | | 356,528 | | | | 80,990 | | | | 449,167 | | |
Redemptions | | | (4,097,673 | ) | | | (22,629,000 | ) | | | (961,325 | ) | | | (5,306,473 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (3,709,426 | ) | | | (20,487,550 | ) | | | 4,825,293 | | | | 26,779,124 | | |
Class Y shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 907,615 | | | | 4,970,913 | | | | 220,767 | | | | 1,218,673 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 11,149 | | | | 60,582 | | | | 1,537 | | | | 8,501 | | |
Redemptions | | | (104,774 | ) | | | (572,252 | ) | | | (67 | ) | | | (372 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 813,990 | | | | 4,459,243 | | | | 222,237 | | | | 1,226,802 | | |
Class Z shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 16,136,140 | | | | 88,676,881 | | | | 22,049,797 | | | | 121,193,323 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 805,499 | | | | 4,412,979 | | | | 1,290,774 | | | | 7,111,232 | | |
Redemptions | | | (15,838,102 | ) | | | (87,093,108 | ) | | | (25,180,103 | ) | | | (138,275,870 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | 1,103,537 | | | | 5,996,752 | | | | (1,839,532 | ) | | | (9,971,315 | ) | |
Total net increase | | | 13,825,836 | | | | 75,944,216 | | | | 7,995,871 | | | | 45,074,018 | | |
(a) Class Y shares are based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class A | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.63 | | | $ | 5.46 | | | $ | 5.16 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.13 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.10 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.17 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.34 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.03 | ) | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.35 | | | | 0.51 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.25 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 5.43 | | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.63 | | | $ | 5.46 | | |
Total return | | | (0.57 | %) | | | 3.80 | % | | | 2.13 | % | | | 3.28 | % | | | 6.55 | % | | | 10.10 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.98 | %(c) | | | 0.97 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.94 | % | | | 0.92 | % | | | 0.98 | % | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.89 | %(c)(e) | | | 0.87 | %(e) | | | 0.86 | %(e) | | | 0.86 | %(e) | | | 0.85 | %(e) | | | 0.87 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 2.46 | %(c) | | | 2.34 | % | | | 2.23 | % | | | 1.81 | % | | | 2.83 | % | | | 3.16 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 639,005 | | | $ | 575,613 | | | $ | 560,484 | | | $ | 729,893 | | | $ | 616,112 | | | $ | 519,454 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 178 | % | | | 358 | % | | | 413 | % | | | 576 | % | | | 545 | % | | | 465 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(e) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class B | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.57 | | | $ | 5.64 | | | $ | 5.47 | | | $ | 5.16 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.13 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.09 | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.35 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.31 | | | | 0.48 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 5.44 | | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.57 | | | $ | 5.64 | | | $ | 5.47 | | |
Total return | | | (0.95 | %) | | | 3.23 | % | | | 1.19 | % | | | 2.51 | % | | | 5.73 | % | | | 9.45 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.73 | %(c) | | | 1.71 | % | | | 1.70 | % | | | 1.68 | % | | | 1.68 | % | | | 1.81 | % | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 1.64 | %(c)(e) | | | 1.62 | %(e) | | | 1.61 | %(e) | | | 1.61 | %(e) | | | 1.60 | %(e) | | | 1.65 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 1.69 | %(c) | | | 1.56 | % | | | 1.47 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 2.09 | % | | | 2.43 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 1,216 | | | $ | 1,770 | | | $ | 2,806 | | | $ | 5,775 | | | $ | 8,495 | | | $ | 16,024 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 178 | % | | | 358 | % | | | 413 | % | | | 576 | % | | | 545 | % | | | 465 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(e) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class C | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.49 | | | $ | 5.57 | | | $ | 5.64 | | | $ | 5.47 | | | $ | 5.16 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.14 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.34 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.31 | | | | 0.48 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 5.44 | | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.49 | | | $ | 5.57 | | | $ | 5.64 | | | $ | 5.47 | | |
Total return | | | (0.95 | %) | | | 3.04 | % | | | 1.37 | % | | | 2.50 | % | | | 5.73 | % | | | 9.46 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.73 | %(c) | | | 1.71 | % | | | 1.70 | % | | | 1.69 | % | | | 1.67 | % | | | 1.79 | % | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 1.64 | %(c)(e) | | | 1.62 | %(e) | | | 1.61 | %(e) | | | 1.61 | %(e) | | | 1.60 | %(e) | | | 1.64 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 1.71 | %(c) | | | 1.58 | % | | | 1.49 | % | | | 1.00 | % | | | 2.03 | % | | | 2.55 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 40,014 | | | $ | 36,855 | | | $ | 38,790 | | | $ | 68,017 | | | $ | 32,691 | | | $ | 14,661 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 178 | % | | | 358 | % | | | 413 | % | | | 576 | % | | | 545 | % | | | 465 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(e) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class I | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.63 | | | $ | 5.46 | | | $ | 5.15 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.17 | | | | 0.20 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.35 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.13 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.37 | | | | 0.55 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 5.43 | | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.63 | | | $ | 5.46 | | |
Total return | | | (0.39 | %) | | | 4.21 | % | | | 2.52 | % | | | 3.65 | % | | | 6.90 | % | | | 10.76 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.51 | %(c) | | | 0.51 | % | | | 0.51 | % | | | 0.51 | % | | | 0.52 | % | | | 0.62 | % | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.50 | %(c) | | | 0.49 | % | | | 0.49 | % | | | 0.50 | % | | | 0.52 | % | | | 0.48 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 2.85 | %(c) | | | 2.71 | % | | | 2.60 | % | | | 2.17 | % | | | 3.12 | % | | | 3.76 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 769,028 | | | $ | 802,326 | | | $ | 785,350 | | | $ | 789,766 | | | $ | 739,181 | | | $ | 221,198 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 178 | % | | | 358 | % | | | 413 | % | | | 576 | % | | | 545 | % | | | 465 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class K | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011 | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 5.54 | | | $ | 5.47 | | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.62 | | | $ | 5.46 | | | $ | 5.15 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.13 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.19 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.07 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.34 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.03 | ) | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.34 | | | | 0.53 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 5.42 | | | $ | 5.54 | | | $ | 5.47 | | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.62 | | | $ | 5.46 | | |
Total return | | | (0.54 | %) | | | 3.89 | % | | | 2.20 | % | | | 3.33 | % | | | 6.41 | % | | | 10.44 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.81 | %(c) | | | 0.82 | % | | | 0.81 | % | | | 0.81 | % | | | 0.82 | % | | | 0.93 | % | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.80 | %(c) | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.79 | % | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.78 | % | |
Net investment income | | | 2.55 | %(c) | | | 2.50 | % | | | 2.32 | % | | | 1.88 | % | | | 2.87 | % | | | 3.50 | % | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 568 | | | $ | 538 | | | $ | 84 | | | $ | 83 | | | $ | 80 | | | $ | 72 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 178 | % | | | 358 | % | | | 413 | % | | | 576 | % | | | 545 | % | | | 465 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Rounds to zero.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R4 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.76 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.06 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.07 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.06 | )(b) | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.13 | | | | — | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 5.43 | | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.56 | | |
Total return | | | (0.46 | %) | | | 4.07 | % | | | 2.40 | % | | | (0.01 | %) | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.73 | %(d) | | | 0.72 | % | | | 0.70 | % | | | 0.73 | %(d) | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.64 | %(d)(f) | | | 0.63 | %(f) | | | 0.61 | %(f) | | | 0.61 | %(d) | |
Net investment income | | | 2.75 | %(d) | | | 2.67 | % | | | 2.54 | % | | | 2.11 | %(d) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 38,177 | | | $ | 21,401 | | | $ | 12,510 | | | $ | 181 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 178 | % | | | 358 | % | | | 413 | % | | | 576 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R5 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.76 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.07 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.07 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.07 | )(b) | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.13 | | | | — | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 5.43 | | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.56 | | |
Total return | | | (0.40 | %) | | | 4.15 | % | | | 2.47 | % | | | 0.04 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.56 | %(d) | | | 0.57 | % | | | 0.57 | % | | | 0.57 | %(d) | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.55 | %(d) | | | 0.54 | % | | | 0.53 | % | | | 0.55 | %(d) | |
Net investment income | | | 2.81 | %(d) | | | 2.71 | % | | | 2.62 | % | | | 2.16 | %(d) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 15,965 | | | $ | 11,921 | | | $ | 5,539 | | | $ | 506 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 178 | % | | | 358 | % | | | 413 | % | | | 576 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class W | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.49 | | | $ | 5.58 | | | $ | 5.65 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.13 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.09 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.09 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.03 | ) | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.10 | | | | 0.18 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.25 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 5.44 | | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.49 | | | $ | 5.58 | | |
Total return | | | (0.57 | %) | | | 3.80 | % | | | 1.94 | % | | | 3.15 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.99 | %(c) | | | 0.98 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.94 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.88 | %(c)(e) | | | 0.88 | %(e) | | | 0.86 | %(e) | | | 0.86 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 2.52 | %(c) | | | 2.38 | % | | | 2.22 | % | | | 1.75 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 13,402 | | | $ | 34,319 | | | $ | 7,393 | | | $ | 10,367 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 178 | % | | | 358 | % | | | 413 | % | | | 576 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from June 18, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(e) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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Class Y | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 5.52 | | | $ | 5.44 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.10 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.08 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.18 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 5.40 | | | $ | 5.52 | | |
Total return | | | (0.40 | %) | | | 3.41 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.52 | %(c) | | | 0.52 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.49 | %(c) | | | 0.50 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 2.94 | %(c) | | | 2.81 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 5,600 | | | $ | 1,228 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 178 | % | | | 358 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class Z | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014 | | 2013 | | 2012 | | 2011(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.63 | | | $ | 5.46 | | | $ | 5.27 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.13 | | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.11 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | (0.00 | )(b) | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.23 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.13 | | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.37 | | | | 0.34 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) | | | — | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 5.43 | | | $ | 5.55 | | | $ | 5.48 | | | $ | 5.56 | | | $ | 5.63 | | | $ | 5.46 | | |
Total return | | | (0.46 | %) | | | 4.07 | % | | | 2.40 | % | | | 3.53 | % | | | 6.82 | % | | | 6.59 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.73 | %(d) | | | 0.71 | % | | | 0.70 | % | | | 0.69 | % | | | 0.68 | % | | | 0.62 | %(d) | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.64 | %(d)(f) | | | 0.62 | %(f) | | | 0.61 | %(f) | | | 0.61 | %(f) | | | 0.61 | %(f) | | | 0.58 | %(d) | |
Net investment income | | | 2.70 | %(d) | | | 2.58 | % | | | 2.46 | % | | | 2.01 | % | | | 2.96 | % | | | 3.12 | %(d) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 444,290 | | | $ | 447,990 | | | $ | 452,308 | | | $ | 886,922 | | | $ | 424,251 | | | $ | 51,912 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 178 | % | | | 358 | % | | | 413 | % | | | 576 | % | | | 545 | % | | | 465 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) Rounds to zero.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
(f) The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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Note 1. Organization
Columbia U.S. Government Mortgage Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R4, Class R5, Class W, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 3.00% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund's Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.
Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
Debt securities generally are valued by pricing services approved by the Board of Trustees (the Board) based upon market transactions for normal, institutional-size trading units of similar securities. The services may use various pricing techniques that take into account, as
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applicable, factors such as yield, quality, coupon rate, maturity, type of issue, trading characteristics and other data, as well as broker quotes. Debt securities for which quotations are not readily available or not believed to be reflective of market value may also be valued based upon a bid quote from an approved independent broker-dealer. Debt securities maturing in 60 days or less are valued primarily at amortized cost value, unless this method results in a valuation that management believes does not approximate market value.
Asset- and mortgage-backed securities are generally valued by pricing services, which utilize pricing models that incorporate the securities' cash flow and loan performance data. These models also take into account available market data, including trades, market quotations, and benchmark yield curves for identical or similar securities. Factors used to identify similar securities may include, but are not limited to, issuer, collateral type, vintage, prepayment speeds, collateral performance, credit ratings, credit enhancement and expected life. Asset-backed securities for which quotations are readily available may also be valued based upon an over-the-counter or exchange bid quote from an approved independent broker-dealer.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Futures and options on futures contracts are valued based upon the settlement price at the close of regular trading on their principal exchanges or, in the absence of transactions, at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices.
Option contracts are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on their primary exchanges. Option contracts, including over-the-counter option contracts, with no readily available market quotations are valued using quotes obtained from independent brokers as of the close of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).
Swap transactions are valued through an independent pricing service or broker, or if neither is available, through an internal model based upon observable inputs.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair
value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.
Derivative Instruments
The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives. Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.
A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The Fund's risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced
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counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange's clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker's customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker's customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.
In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument's payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.
Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and
comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.
Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund's net asset value declines by a stated percentage over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Futures Contracts
Futures contracts are exchange traded and represent commitments for the future purchase or sale of an asset at a specified price on a specified date. The Fund bought and sold futures contracts to manage the duration and yield curve exposure of the Fund versus the benchmark and manage exposure to movements in interest rates. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Upon entering into futures contracts, the Fund bears risks that it may not achieve the anticipated benefits of the futures contracts and may realize a loss. Additional risks include counterparty credit risk, the possibility of an illiquid market, and that a change in the value of the contract or option may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying asset.
Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund pledges cash or securities with the broker in an amount sufficient to meet the initial margin requirement. The initial margin
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deposit must be maintained at an established level over the life of the contract. Cash deposited as initial margin is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received by the Fund each day. The variation margin payments are equal to the daily change in the contract value and are recorded as variation margin receivable or payable and are offset in unrealized gains or losses. The Fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Futures contracts involve, to varying degrees, risk of loss in excess of the variation margin disclosed in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Options Contracts
Options are contracts which entitle the holder to purchase or sell securities or other identified assets at a specified price, or in the case of index option contracts, to receive or pay the difference between the index value and the strike price of the index option contract. Option contracts can be either exchange-traded or over-the-counter. The Fund purchased and wrote option contracts to hedge interest rate risk. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Completion of transactions for option contracts traded in the over-the-counter market depends upon the performance of the other party. Cash collateral may be collected or posted by the Fund to secure certain over-the-counter option contract trades. Cash collateral held or posted by the Fund for such option contract trades must be returned to the counterparty or the Fund upon closure, exercise or expiration of the contract.
Options contracts purchased are recorded as investments. When the Fund writes an options contract, the premium received is recorded as an asset and an amount equivalent to the premium is recorded as a liability in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities and is subsequently adjusted to reflect the current fair value of the option written. Changes in the fair value of the written option are recorded as unrealized appreciation or depreciation until the contract is exercised or has expired. The Fund will realize a gain or loss when the option contract is closed or expires. When option contracts are exercised, the proceeds on sales for a written call or purchased put option contract, or the purchase cost for a written put or purchased call option contract, is adjusted by the amount of premium received or paid.
For over-the-counter options purchased, the Fund bears the risk of loss of the amount of the premiums paid plus the positive change in market values net of any collateral held by the Fund should the counterparty fail to perform under the contracts. Option contracts written by the Fund do not typically give rise to counterparty credit risk, as options written generally obligate the Fund and not the counterparty to perform. The risk in writing a call option contract is that the Fund gives up the opportunity for profit if the market price of the security increases above the strike price and the option contract is exercised. The risk in writing a put option contract is that the Fund may incur a loss if the market price of the security decreases below the strike price and the option contract is exercised. Exercise of a written option could result in the Fund purchasing or selling a security or foreign currency when it otherwise would not, or at a price different from the current market value. In purchasing and writing options, the Fund bears the risk of an unfavorable change in the value of the underlying instrument or the risk that the Fund may not be able to enter into a closing transaction due to an illiquid market.
Contracts and premiums associated with options contracts written for the year ended November 30, 2015 are as follows:
| | Calls | |
| | Contracts | | Premiums ($) | |
Balance at May 31, 2015 | | | — | | | | — | | |
Opened | | | 1 | | | | 1,400,000 | | |
Balance at November 30, 2015 | | | 1 | | | | 1,400,000 | | |
Swap Contracts
Swap contracts are negotiated in the over-the-counter market and may be entered into as a bilateral contract or centrally cleared (centrally cleared swap contract). In a centrally cleared swap contract, immediately following execution of the swap contract with a broker, the swap contract is novated to a central counterparty (the CCP) and the CCP becomes the Fund's counterparty to the centrally cleared swap contract. The Fund is required to deposit initial margin with the broker in the form of cash or securities in an amount that varies depending on the size and risk profile of the particular swap contract. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments and cash deposited is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Unlike a bilateral swap contract, for centrally cleared swap contracts, the Fund has minimal credit exposure to the counterparty because the CCP
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stands between the Fund and the counterparty. Swap contracts are marked-to-market daily and changes in value are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation). The daily change in valuation of centrally cleared swap contracts, if any, is recorded as a receivable or payable for variation margin in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Credit Default Swap Contracts
The Fund entered into credit default swap contracts to increase or decrease its credit exposure to an index, to increase or decrease its credit exposure to a specific debt security or a basket of debt securities as a protection buyer to reduce overall credit exposure and to manage credit risk exposure. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Credit default swap contracts are agreements in which one party pays fixed periodic payments to a counterparty in consideration for a guarantee from the counterparty to make a specific payment should a specified credit event(s) take place. Although specified credit events are contract specific, credit events are generally defined as bankruptcy, failure to pay, restructuring, obligation acceleration, obligation default, or repudiation/moratorium.
As the purchaser of a credit default swap contract, the Fund purchases protection by paying a periodic interest rate on the notional amount to the counterparty. The interest amount is accrued daily as a component of unrealized appreciation (depreciation) and is recorded as a realized loss upon payment. If a credit event as specified in the contract occurs, the Fund may have the option either to deliver the reference obligation to the seller in exchange for a cash payment of its par amount, or to receive a net cash settlement equal to the par amount less an agreed-upon value of the reference obligation as of the date of the credit event. The difference between the value of the obligation or cash delivered and the notional amount received will be recorded as a realized gain (loss).
As the seller of a credit default swap contract, the Fund sells protection to a buyer and will generally receive a periodic interest rate on the notional amount. The interest amount is accrued daily as a component of unrealized appreciation (depreciation) and is recorded as a realized gain upon receipt of the payment. If a credit event as specified in the contract with the counterparty occurs, the Fund may either be required to accept the reference obligation from the buyer in exchange for a cash payment of its notional amount, or to pay the buyer
a net cash settlement equal to the notional amount less an agreed-upon value of the reference obligation (recovery value) as of the date of the credit event. The difference between the value of the obligation or cash received and the notional amount paid will be recorded as a realized gain (loss). The maximum potential amount of undiscounted future payments the Fund could be required to make as the seller of protection under a credit default swap contract is equal to the notional amount of the reference obligation. These potential amounts may be partially offset by any recovery values of the respective reference obligations or premiums received upon entering into the agreement. The notional amounts and market values of all credit default swap contracts in which the Fund is the seller of protection, if any, are disclosed in the Credit Default Swap Contracts Outstanding schedule following the Portfolio of Investments.
As a protection seller, the Fund bears the risk of loss from the credit events specified in the contract with the counterparty. For credit default swap contracts on credit indices, quoted market prices and resulting market values serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk. Increasing market values, in absolute terms when compared to the notional amount of the swap, represent a deterioration of the reference entity's credit soundness and a greater likelihood or risk of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the contract.
Any premium paid or received by the Fund upon entering into a credit default swap contract is recorded as an asset or liability, respectively, and amortized daily as a component of realized gain (loss) in the Statement of Operations. Credit default swap contracts are valued daily, and the change in value is recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) until the termination of the swap, at which time a realized gain (loss) is recorded.
Credit default swap contracts can involve greater risks than if a fund had invested in the reference obligation directly since, in addition to general market risks, credit default swaps are subject to counterparty credit risk, leverage risk, hedging risk, correlation risk and liquidity risk. The Fund will enter into credit default swap transactions only with counterparties that meet certain standards of creditworthiness, as determined by the Investment Manager.
Interest Rate Swap Contracts
The Fund entered into interest rate swap transactions to manage interest rate market risk exposure to produce
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incremental earnings. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Interest rate swaps are agreements between two parties that involve the exchange of one type of interest rate for another type of interest rate cash flow on specified dates in the future, based on a predetermined, specified notional amount. Certain interest rate swaps are considered forward-starting, whereby the accrual for the exchange of cash flows does not begin until a specified date in the future (the effective date). The net cash flow for a standard interest rate swap transaction is generally the difference between a floating market interest rate versus a fixed interest rate.
Interest rate swaps are valued daily and unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is recorded. Certain interest rate swaps may accrue periodic interest on a daily basis as a component of unrealized appreciation (depreciation); the Fund will realize a gain or loss upon the payment or receipt of accrued interest. The Fund will realize a gain or a loss when the interest rate swap is terminated.
Risks of entering into interest rate swaps include a lack of correlation between the swaps and the portfolio of bonds the swaps are designed to hedge or replicate. A lack of correlation may cause the interest rate swaps to experience adverse changes in value relative to expectations. In addition, interest rate swaps are subject to the risk of default of a counterparty, and the risk of adverse movements in market interest rates relative to the interest rate swap positions taken. The Fund's maximum risk of loss from counterparty credit risk is the discounted net value of the cash flows to be received from/paid to the counterparty over the contract's remaining life to the extent that such amount is positive, plus the cost of entering into a similar transaction with another counterparty.
The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty credit risk by entering into interest rate swap transactions only with counterparties that meet prescribed levels of creditworthiness, as determined by the Investment Manager. The Fund and any counterparty are required to maintain an agreement that requires the Fund and that counterparty to monitor (on a daily basis) the net market value of all derivative transactions entered into pursuant to the agreement between the Fund and such counterparty. If the net market value of such derivatives transactions between the Fund and that counterparty exceeds a certain threshold (as defined in the agreement), the Fund or the counterparty is required to post cash and/or securities as collateral. Market values
of derivatives transactions presented in the financial statements are not netted with the market values of other derivatives transactions or with any collateral amounts posted by the Fund or any counterparty.
Interest Rate Swaption Contracts
Interest rate swaption contracts entered into by the Fund typically represent an option that gives the purchaser the right, but not the obligation, to enter into an interest rate swap contract on a future date. The Fund purchased or wrote interest rate swaption contracts to manage exposure to fluctuations in interest rates. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Each interest rate swaption agreement will specify if the buyer is entitled to receive the fixed or floating rate if the interest rate is exercised. Changes in the value of a purchased interest rate swaption contracts are reported as unrealized appreciation or depreciation on options in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. Gain or loss is recognized in the Statement of Operations when the interest rate swaption contract is closed or expires.
When the Fund writes an interest rate swaption contract, the premium received is recorded as an asset and an amount equivalent to the premium is recorded as a liability in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities and is subsequently adjusted to reflect the current fair value of the interest rate swaption contract written. Premiums received from writing interest rate swaption contracts that expire unexercised are recorded by the Fund on the expiration date as realized gains from options written in the Statement of Operations. The difference between the premium and the amount paid on effecting a closing purchase transaction, including brokerage commissions, is also recorded as realized gain, or if the premium is less than the amount paid for the closing purchase, as realized loss. These amounts are reflected as net realized gain (loss) on options written in the Statement of Operations.
Total Return Swap Contracts
The Fund entered into total return swap contracts to manage long or short exposure to the total return on a specified reference security in return for periodic payments based on a fixed or variable interest rate. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Total return swap contracts may be used to obtain exposure to an underlying reference security, instrument, or other asset or index or market without owning, taking physical custody of, or short selling any such security, instrument or asset in a market.
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Total return swap contracts are valued daily, and the change in value is recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) until the termination of the swap, at which time the Fund will realize a gain (loss). Periodic payments received (or made) by the Fund over the term of the contract are recorded as realized gains (losses).
Total return swap contracts may be subject to liquidity risk, which exists when a particular swap contract is difficult to purchase or sell. It may not be possible for the Fund to initiate a transaction or liquidate a position at an advantageous time or price, which may result in significant losses. Total return swap contracts are subject to the risk associated with the investment in the underlying reference security, instrument or asset. The risk in the case of short total return swap contracts is unlimited based on the potential for unlimited increases in the market value of the underlying reference security, instrument or asset. This risk may be offset if the Fund holds any of the underlying reference security, instrument or asset. The risk in the case of long total return swap contracts is limited to the current notional amount of the total return swap contract.
Total return swap contracts are also subject to the risk of the counterparty not fulfilling its obligations under the contract (counterparty credit risk). The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty credit risk by entering into total return swap contracts only with counterparties that meet prescribed levels of creditworthiness, as determined by the Investment Manager.
Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements
The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those fair values in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities; and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Statement of Operations, including realized and unrealized gains (losses). The derivative instrument schedules following the Portfolio of Investments present additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.
The following table is a summary of the fair value of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging
instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) at November 30, 2015:
Asset Derivatives | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value ($) | |
Interest rate risk | | Net assets — unrealized appreciation on futures contracts | | | 1,298,602 | * | |
Interest rate risk | | Investments, at value — Options purchased | | | 4,522,658 | | |
Interest rate risk | | Premiums paid on outstanding swap contracts | | | 5,053 | | |
Total | | | | | 5,826,313 | | |
Liability Derivatives | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value ($) | |
Credit risk | | Net assets — unrealized depreciation on swap contracts | | | 127,897 | * | |
Credit risk | | Premiums received on outstanding swap contracts | | | 187,151 | | |
Interest rate risk | | Net assets — unrealized depreciation on futures contracts | | | 18,449 | * | |
Interest rate risk | | Options contracts written, at value | | | 1,118,000 | | |
Interest rate risk | | Net assets — unrealized depreciation on swap contracts | | | 3,555,821 | * | |
Total | | | | | 5,007,318 | | |
*Includes cumulative appreciation (depreciation) as reported in the tables following the Portfolio of Investments. Only the current day's variation margin is reported in receivables or payables in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
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The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Statement of Operations for the six months ended November 30, 2015:
Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Futures Contracts ($) | | Options Contracts Purchased ($) | | Swap Contracts ($) | | Total ($) | |
Credit risk | | — | | — | | (6,769) | | (6,769) | |
Interest rate risk | | (5,055,020) | | (9,228,725) | | (92,313) | | (14,376,058) | |
Total | | (5,055,020) | | (9,228,725) | | (99,082) | | (14,382,827) | |
Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) on Derivatives Recognized in Income | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Futures Contracts ($) | | Options Contracts Written ($) | | Options Contracts Purchased ($) | | Swap Contracts ($) | | Total ($) | |
Credit risk | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (127,897 | ) | | | (127,897 | ) | |
Interest rate risk | | | 796,999 | | | | 282,000 | | | | 2,847,387 | | | | (3,465,476 | ) | | | 460,910 | | |
Total | | | 796,999 | | | | 282,000 | | | | 2,847,387 | | | | (3,593,373 | ) | | | 333,013 | | |
The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for the six months ended November 30, 2015:
Derivative Instrument | | Average Notional Amounts ($)* | |
Futures contracts — Long | | | 454,052,236 | | |
Futures contracts — Short | | | 145,299,719 | | |
Credit default swap contracts — buy protection | | | 4,000,000 | | |
Credit default swap contracts — sell protection | | | 950,000 | | |
Derivative Instrument | | Average Market Value ($)* | |
Options contracts — Purchased | | | 7,577,447 | | |
Options contracts — Written | | | (559,000 | ) | |
Derivative Instrument | | Average Unrealized Appreciation ($)* | | Average Unrealized Depreciation ($)* | |
Interest rate swap contracts | | | — | | | | (1,777,911 | ) | |
Total return swap contracts | | | 5,776 | | | | — | | |
*Based on the ending quarterly outstanding amounts for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Repurchase Agreements
The Fund may invest in repurchase agreement transactions with institutions that management has determined are creditworthy. The Fund, through the custodian, receives delivery of the underlying securities collateralizing a repurchase agreement. Management is responsible for determining that the collateral is at least equal, at all times, to the value of the repurchase obligation including interest. A repurchase agreement transaction involves certain risks in the event of default or insolvency of the counterparty. These risks include possible delays in or restrictions on the Fund's ability to dispose of the underlying securities and a possible
decline in the value of the underlying securities during the period while the Fund seeks to assert its rights.
Asset- and Mortgage-Backed Securities
The Fund may invest in asset-backed and mortgage-backed securities. The maturity dates shown represent the original maturity of the underlying obligation. Actual maturity may vary based upon prepayment activity on these obligations. All, or a portion, of the obligation may be prepaid at any time because the underlying asset may be prepaid. As a result, decreasing market interest rates could result in an increased level of prepayment. An increased prepayment rate will have the effect of shortening the maturity of the security. Unless otherwise noted, the coupon rates presented are fixed rates.
Delayed Delivery Securities
The Fund may trade securities on other than normal settlement terms, including securities purchased or sold on a "when-issued" basis. This may increase risk to the Fund since the other party to the transaction may fail to deliver, which could cause the Fund to subsequently invest at less advantageous prices. The Fund designates cash or liquid securities in an amount equal to the delayed delivery commitment.
To Be Announced Securities
The Fund may trade securities on a To Be Announced (TBA) basis. As with other delayed delivery transactions, a seller agrees to issue a TBA at a future date. However, the seller does not specify the particular securities to be delivered. Instead, the Fund agrees to accept any security that meets specified terms.
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Master Securities Forward Transaction Agreements (Master Forward Agreement) govern certain forward settling transactions, such as delayed-delivery and TBA's between the Fund and counterparty. The Master Forward Agreement maintains provisions for, among other things, initiation and confirmation, payment and transfer, events of default, termination, and maintenance of collateral.
Forward Sale Commitments
The Fund may enter into forward sale commitments to hedge its portfolio positions or to sell mortgage-backed securities it owns under delayed delivery arrangements. Proceeds of forward sale commitments are not received until the contractual settlement date. While a forward sale commitment is outstanding, equivalent deliverable securities or an offsetting forward purchase commitment deliverable on or before the sale commitment date, are used to satisfy the commitment.
Unsettled forward sale commitments are valued at the current market value of the underlying securities, generally according to the procedures described under "Security Valuation" above. The forward sale commitment is "marked-to-market" daily and the change in market value is recorded by the Fund as an unrealized gain or loss. If the forward sale commitment is closed through the acquisition of an offsetting purchase commitment, the Fund realizes a gain or loss. If the Fund delivers securities under the commitment, the Fund realizes a gain or a loss from the sale of the securities based upon the market price established at the date the commitment was entered into.
Mortgage Dollar Roll Transactions
The Fund may enter into mortgage "dollar rolls" in which the Fund sells securities for delivery in the current month and simultaneously contracts with the same counterparty to repurchase similar but not identical securities (same type, coupon and maturity) on a specified future date. During the roll period, the Fund loses the right to receive principal and interest paid on the securities sold. However, the Fund will benefit because it receives negotiated amounts in the form of reductions of the purchase price for the future purchase plus the interest earned on the cash proceeds of the securities sold until the settlement date of the forward purchase. The Fund records the incremental difference between the forward purchase and sale of each forward roll as a realized gain or loss. Unless any realized gains exceed the income, capital appreciation, and gain or loss due to mortgage prepayments that would have been realized on the
securities sold as part of the mortgage dollar roll, the use of this technique will diminish the investment performance of the Fund compared to what the performance would have been without the use of mortgage dollar rolls. All cash proceeds will be invested in instruments that are permissible investments for the Fund. The Fund identifies cash or liquid securities in an amount equal to the forward purchase price.
For financial reporting and tax purposes, the Fund treats "to be announced" mortgage dollar rolls as two separate transactions, one involving the purchase of a security and a separate transaction involving a sale. These transactions may increase the Fund's portfolio turnover rate. The Fund does not currently enter into mortgage dollar rolls that are accounted for as financing transactions.
Mortgage dollar rolls involve the risk that the market value of the securities the Fund is obligated to repurchase may decline below the repurchase price, or that the counterparty may default on its obligations.
Interest Only and Principal Only Securities
The Fund may invest in Interest Only (IO) or Principal Only (PO) securities. IOs are stripped securities entitled to receive all of the security's interest, but none of its principal. IOs are particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates and therefore subject to greater fluctuations in price than typical interest bearing debt securities. IOs are also subject to credit risk because the Fund may not receive all or part of the interest payments if the issuer, obligor, guarantor or counterparty defaults on its obligation. Payments received for IOs are included in interest income on the Statement of Operations. Because no principal will be received at the maturity of an IO, adjustments are made to the cost of the security on a monthly basis until maturity. POs are stripped securities entitled to receive the principal from the underlying obligation, but not the interest. POs are particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates and therefore are subject to fluctuations in price. POs are also subject to credit risk because the Fund may not receive all or part of its principal if the issuer, obligor, guarantor or counterparty defaults on its obligation. The Fund may also invest in IO or PO stripped mortgage-backed securities. Payments received for POs are treated as reductions to the cost and par value of the securities.
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Offsetting of Assets and Liabilities
The following table presents the Fund's gross and net amount of assets and liabilities available for offset under netting arrangements as well as any related collateral received or pledged by the Fund as of November 30, 2015:
| | Barclays ($) | | Goldman Sachs International ($) | | J.P. Morgan Securities, Inc. ($) | | Morgan Stanley ($)(e) | | Morgan Stanley ($)(e) | | TD Securities ($) | | Total ($) | |
Assets | |
Options purchased calls | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Options purchased puts | | | 2,666,168 | | | | — | | | | 1,316,650 | | | | 539,840 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 4,522,658 | | |
Repurchase agreements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 55,000,000 | | | | 55,000,000 | | |
Total Assets | | | 2,666,168 | | | | — | | | | 1,316,650 | | | | 539,840 | | | | — | | | | 55,000,000 | | | | 59,522,658 | | |
Liabilities | |
Centrally cleared credit default swap contracts(a) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 15,556 | | | | — | | | | 15,556 | | |
Centrally cleared interest rate swap contracts(a) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 449,172 | | | | — | | | | 449,172 | | |
Options contracts written | | | 1,118,000 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,118,000 | | |
OTC credit default swap contracts(b) | | | — | | | | 200,450 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 200,450 | | |
Total Liabilities | | | 1,118,000 | | | | 200,450 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 464,728 | | | | — | | | | 1,783,178 | | |
Total Financial and Derivative Net Assets | | | 1,548,168 | | | | (200,450 | ) | | | 1,316,650 | | | | 539,840 | | | | (464,728 | ) | | | 55,000,000 | | | | 57,739,480 | | |
Total collateral received (pledged)(c) | | | 1,548,168 | | | | (200,000 | ) | | | 1,316,650 | | | | 539,840 | | | | (464,728 | ) | | | 55,000,000 | | | | 57,739,930 | | |
Net Amount(d) | | | — | | | | (450 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (450 | ) | |
(a) Centrally cleared swaps are included within payable/receivable for variation margin on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
(b) Over-the-Counter Swap Contracts are presented at market value plus periodic payments receivable (payable), which is comprised of unrealized appreciation, unrealized depreciation, premiums paid and premiums received.
(c) In some instances, the actual collateral received and/or pledged may be more than the amount shown due to overcollateralization.
(d) Represents the net amount due from/ (to) counterparties in the event of default.
(e) Exposure can only be netted across transactions governed under the same master agreement with the same legal entity.
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Interest income is recorded on an accrual basis. Market premiums and discounts, including original issue discounts, are amortized and accreted, respectively, over the expected life of the security on all debt securities, unless otherwise noted. The Fund classifies gains and losses realized on prepayments received on mortgage-backed securities as adjustments to interest income.
The Fund may place a debt security on non-accrual status and reduce related interest income when it becomes probable that the interest will not be collected and the amount of uncollectible interest can be reasonably estimated. A defaulted debt security is
removed from non-accrual status when the issuer resumes interest payments or when collectibility of interest is reasonably assured.
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of
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the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods
beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.50% to 0.34% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.49% of the Fund's average daily net assets.
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $2,760,910, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $415,042.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,800.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed
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in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as
a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
Class A | | | 0.21 | % | |
Class B | | | 0.22 | | |
Class C | | | 0.22 | | |
Class K | | | 0.05 | | |
Class R4 | | | 0.21 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | | |
Class W | | | 0.22 | | |
Class Z | | | 0.21 | | |
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $6,016.
Plan Administration Fees
Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class A and Class W shares and a fee at an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares. For Class B and Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet
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reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $715,000 and $203,000 for Class B and Class C shares, respectively. These amounts are based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015, and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. To the extent the unreimbursed expense has been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is reduced.
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $120,929 for Class A, $72 for Class B and $2,058 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:
| | Contractual Expense Cap October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016 | | Voluntary Expense Cap Prior to October 1, 2015 | |
Class A | | | 0.90 | % | | | 0.88 | % | |
Class B | | | 1.65 | | | | 1.63 | | |
Class C | | | 1.65 | | | | 1.63 | | |
Class I | | | 0.49 | | | | 0.50 | | |
Class K | | | 0.79 | | | | 0.80 | | |
Class R4 | | | 0.65 | | | | 0.63 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.54 | | | | 0.55 | | |
Class W | | | 0.90 | | | | 0.88 | | |
Class Y | | | 0.49 | | | | 0.50 | | |
Class Z | | | 0.65 | | | | 0.63 | | |
The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled
investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $2,421,253,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
Unrealized appreciation | | $ | 32,578,000 | | |
Unrealized depreciation | | | (40,154,000 | ) | |
Net unrealized depreciation | | $ | (7,576,000 | ) | |
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $4,229,643,191 and $4,206,371,940, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015, of which $4,067,922,478 and $4,528,290,100, respectively, were U.S. government securities. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, one unaffiliated shareholder of record owned 12.8% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Affiliated shareholders of record owned 52.3% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant
effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
Credit Risk
Credit risk is the risk that the value of debt securities in the Fund's portfolio may decline because the issuer may default and fail to pay interest or repay principal when due. Rating agencies assign credit ratings to debt securities to indicate their credit risk. Lower rated or unrated debt securities held by the Fund may present increased credit risk as compared to higher-rated debt securities.
High-Yield Securities Risk
Securities rated below investment grade (commonly called "high-yield" or "junk" bonds) and unrated securities of comparable quality expose the Fund to a greater risk of loss of principal and income than a fund that invests solely or primarily in investment grade securities. In addition, these investments have greater price fluctuations, are less liquid and are more likely to experience a default than higher-rated securities. High-yield securities are considered to be predominantly speculative with respect to the issuer's capacity to pay interest and repay principal.
Interest Rate Risk
Interest rate risk is the risk of losses attributable to changes in interest rates. In general, if prevailing interest rates rise, the values of debt securities tend to fall, and if interest rates fall, the values of debt securities tend to rise. Actions by governments and central banking authorities can result in increases in interest rates. Increasing interest rates may negatively affect the value of debt securities held by the Fund, resulting in a negative impact on the Fund's performance and net asset value per share. In general, the longer the maturity or duration of a debt security, the greater its sensitivity to changes in interest rates.
Liquidity Risk
Liquidity risk is the risk associated with a lack of marketability of investments which may make it difficult to sell the investment at a desirable time or price. Changing regulatory, market or other conditions or
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
environments (for example, the interest rate or credit environments) may adversely affect the liquidity of the Fund's investments. The Fund may have to accept a lower selling price for the holding, sell other investments, or forego another, more appealing investment opportunity. Generally, the less liquid the market at the time the Fund sells a portfolio investment, the greater the risk of loss or decline of value to the Fund. A less liquid market can lead to an increase in Fund redemptions, which may negatively impact Fund performance and net asset value per share, including, for example, if the Fund is forced to sell securities in a down market.
Mortgage- and Other Asset-Backed Securities Risk
The value of any mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities held by the Fund may be affected by, among other things, changes or perceived changes in: interest rates; factors concerning the interests in and structure of the issuer or the originator of the mortgages or other assets; the creditworthiness of the entities that provide any supporting letters of credit, surety bonds or other credit enhancements; or the market's assessment of the quality of underlying assets. Payment of principal and interest on some mortgage-backed securities (but not the market value of the securities themselves) may be guaranteed by the full faith and credit of a particular U.S. Government agency, authority, enterprise or instrumentality, and some, but not all, are also insured or guaranteed by the U.S. Government. Mortgage-backed securities issued by non-governmental issuers (such as commercial banks, savings and loan institutions, private mortgage insurance companies, mortgage bankers and other secondary market issuers) may entail greater risk than obligations guaranteed by the U.S. Government. Mortgage- and other asset-backed securities are subject to prepayment risk, which is the possibility that the underlying mortgage or other asset may be refinanced or prepaid prior to maturity during periods of declining or low interest rates, causing the Fund to have to reinvest the money received in securities that have lower yields. Rising or high interest rates tend to extend the duration of mortgage- and other asset-backed securities, making their prices more volatile and more sensitive to changes in interest rates.
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 7
above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia U.S. Government Mortgage Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).
On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management
The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.
The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)
proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance was appropriate in light of the particular management style involved and the particular market environment.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized By Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was somewhat higher than the median ratio, but lower than the 60th percentile of the Fund's Lipper peer universe. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
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ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.
With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $471 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***
Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams' investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.
Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.
* In U.S. dollars as of September 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q3 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data.
** Source: ICI as of September 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
*** Source: Investment Association as of September 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited.
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COLUMBIA MORTGAGE OPPORTUNITIES FUND
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
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Portfolio Overview | | | 4 | | |
Understanding Your Fund's Expenses | | | 5 | | |
Portfolio of Investments | | | 6 | | |
Statement of Assets and Liabilities | | | 14 | | |
Statement of Operations | | | 16 | | |
Statement of Changes in Net Assets | | | 17 | | |
Financial Highlights | | | 19 | | |
Notes to Financial Statements | | | 26 | | |
Approval of Investment Management Services Agreement | | | 40 | | |
Important Information About This Report | | | 43 | | |
COLUMBIA MORTGAGE OPPORTUNITIES FUND
PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Performance Summary
n Columbia Mortgage Opportunities Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -1.00% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended November 30, 2015.
n The Fund underperformed the Citi One-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index, which returned 0.00% for the same time period.
Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015)
| | Inception | | 6 Months Cumulative | | 1 Year | | Life | |
Class A | | 04/30/14 | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -1.00 | | | | 1.56 | | | | 2.58 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -3.96 | | | | -1.45 | | | | 0.63 | | |
Class C | | 04/30/14 | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | | | -1.37 | | | | 0.80 | | | | 1.82 | | |
Including sales charges | | | | | | | -2.34 | | | | -0.17 | | | | 1.82 | | |
Class I | | 04/30/14 | | | -0.80 | | | | 1.97 | | | | 2.99 | | |
Class R4 | | 04/30/14 | | | -0.97 | | | | 1.82 | | | | 2.84 | | |
Class R5 | | 04/30/14 | | | -0.92 | | | | 1.92 | | | | 2.94 | | |
Class W | | 04/30/14 | | | -0.99 | | | | 1.56 | | | | 2.58 | | |
Class Z | | 04/30/14 | | | -0.97 | | | | 1.81 | | | | 2.83 | | |
Citi One-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index | | | | | | | 0.00 | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.01 | | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 3.00%. The maximum applicable sales charge was reduced from 4.75% to 3.00% on Class A share purchases made on or after February 19, 2015. Class A returns (including sales charges) for all periods reflect the current maximum applicable sales charge of 3.00%. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% contingent deferred sales charge for the first year only. The Fund's other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund's prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
The Citi One-Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index is an unmanaged index that measures the rate of return for 30-day U.S. Treasury Bills.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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COLUMBIA MORTGAGE OPPORTUNITIES FUND
PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Portfolio Management
Jason Callan
Tom Heuer, CFA
Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | 10.7 | | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | 15.6 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | 2.7 | | |
Options Purchased Puts | | | 0.2 | | |
Repurchase Agreements | | | 1.5 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Agency | | | 48.5 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | 20.8 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund's portfolio composition is subject to change.
Quality Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
AAA rating | | | 18.1 | | |
A rating | | | 1.4 | | |
BBB rating | | | 3.2 | | |
BB rating | | | 11.3 | | |
B rating | | | 1.3 | | |
Not rated | | | 64.7 | | |
Total | | | 100.0 | | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total fixed income investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
Bond ratings apply to the underlying holdings of the Fund and not the Fund itself and are divided into categories ranging from highest to lowest credit quality, determined by using the middle rating of Moody's, S&P and Fitch, after dropping the highest and lowest available ratings. When ratings are available from only two rating agencies, the lower rating is used. When a rating is available from only one rating agency, that rating is used. When a bond is not rated by any rating agency, it is designated as "Not rated." Credit quality ratings assigned by a rating agency are subjective opinions, not statements of fact, and are subject to change, including daily. The ratings assigned by credit rating agencies are but one of the considerations that the Investment Manager and/or Fund's subadviser incorporates into its credit analysis process, along with such other issuer-specific factors as cash flows, capital structure and leverage ratios, ability to de-leverage (repay) through free cash flow, quality of management, market positioning and access to capital, as well as such security-specific factors as the terms of the security (e.g., interest rate and time to maturity) and the amount and type of any collateral.
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COLUMBIA MORTGAGE OPPORTUNITIES FUND
UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND'S EXPENSES
(Unaudited)
As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund's Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the "Actual" column is calculated using the Fund's actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the "Actual" column. The amount listed in the "Hypothetical" column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund's actual return) and then applies the Fund's actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See "Compare With Other Funds" below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
| | Account Value at the Beginning of the Period ($) | | Account Value at the End of the Period ($) | | Expenses Paid During the Period ($) | | Fund's Annualized Expense Ratio (%) | |
| | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | | Hypothetical | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 990.00 | | | | 1,020.22 | | | | 5.03 | | | | 5.11 | | | | 1.00 | | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 986.30 | | | | 1,016.43 | | | | 8.79 | | | | 8.92 | | | | 1.75 | | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 992.00 | | | | 1,022.24 | | | | 3.02 | | | | 3.07 | | | | 0.60 | | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 990.30 | | | | 1,021.48 | | | | 3.77 | | | | 3.83 | | | | 0.75 | | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 990.80 | | | | 1,021.99 | | | | 3.27 | | | | 3.32 | | | | 0.65 | | |
Class W | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 990.10 | | | | 1,020.22 | | | | 5.03 | | | | 5.11 | | | | 1.00 | | |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 990.30 | | | | 1,021.48 | | | | 3.77 | | | | 3.83 | | | | 0.75 | | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund's most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Agency 72.1%
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.(a) CMO IO STRIPS Series 304 Class C67 12/15/42 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 12,332,067 | | | | 3,091,967 | | |
CMO IO Series 329 Class C5 06/15/43 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 1,625,717 | | | | 313,447 | | |
CMO IO Series 4098 Class AI 05/15/39 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 17,766,358 | | | | 2,475,625 | | |
CMO IO Series 4121 Class IA 01/15/41 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 2,517,837 | | | | 435,378 | | |
CMO IO Series 4213 Class DI 06/15/38 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 12,785,613 | | | | 1,383,068 | | |
CMO IO Series 4215 Class IL 07/15/41 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 12,816,748 | | | | 1,544,655 | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.(a)(b) CMO IO STRIPS Series 280 Class S1 09/15/42 | | | 5.803 | % | | | 4,052,319 | | | | 914,376 | | |
CMO IO STRIPS Series 309 Class S4 08/15/43 | | | 5.773 | % | | | 8,782,172 | | | | 2,086,040 | | |
CMO IO STRIPS Series 312 Class S1 09/15/43 | | | 5.753 | % | | | 7,843,872 | | | | 1,842,631 | | |
CMO IO Series 311 Class S1 08/15/43 | | | 5.753 | % | | | 42,570,642 | | | | 9,248,604 | | |
CMO IO Series 325 Class S1 03/15/44 | | | 5.753 | % | | | 13,945,118 | | | | 3,199,473 | | |
CMO IO Series 326 Class S2 03/15/44 | | | 5.753 | % | | | 19,630,166 | | | | 4,580,905 | | |
CMO IO Series 3922 Class SH 09/15/41 | | | 5.703 | % | | | 18,623,057 | | | | 2,910,164 | | |
CMO IO Series 3957 Class WS 11/15/41 | | | 6.353 | % | | | 9,505,950 | | | | 1,631,969 | | |
CMO IO Series 4223 Class DS 12/15/38 | | | 5.903 | % | | | 3,276,046 | | | | 522,727 | | |
CMO IO Series 4286 Class NS 12/15/43 | | | 5.703 | % | | | 3,583,976 | | | | 814,378 | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association(a) CMO IO Series 2012-121 Class GI 08/25/39 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 7,984,976 | | | | 962,072 | | |
CMO IO Series 2012-152 Class EI 07/25/31 | | | 3.000 | % | | | 16,945,339 | | | | 1,883,251 | | |
CMO IO Series 2012-96 Class CI 04/25/39 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 8,687,268 | | | | 778,311 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-117 Class AI 04/25/36 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 6,291,706 | | | | 664,925 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-118 Class AI 09/25/38 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 6,829,168 | | | | 852,750 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-31 Class IH 02/25/43 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 13,732,161 | | | | 1,766,399 | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association(a)(b) CMO IO Series 2013-101 Class CS 10/25/43 | | | 5.679 | % | | | 6,090,017 | | | | 1,568,776 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-124 Class SB 12/25/43 | | | 5.729 | % | | | 8,999,537 | | | | 2,142,150 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-54 Class BS 06/25/43 | | | 5.929 | % | | | 8,496,041 | | | | 2,089,616 | | |
CMO IO Series 2013-97 Class SB 06/25/32 | | | 5.879 | % | | | 3,858,925 | | | | 518,331 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Agency (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Federal National Mortgage Association(c) 01/13/46 | | | 3.000 | % | | | 10,000,000 | | | | 10,021,874 | | |
01/13/46 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 60,500,000 | | | | 62,511,151 | | |
01/13/46 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 30,000,000 | | | | 31,761,327 | | |
Government National Mortgage Association(a) CMO IO Series 2014-184 Class CI 11/16/41 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 13,910,077 | | | | 2,235,302 | | |
CMO IO Series 2015-53 Class EI 04/16/45 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 13,122,650 | | | | 2,614,960 | | |
Total Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Agency (Cost: $162,193,717) | | | | | | | 159,366,602 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 30.9% | |
AJAX Mortgage Loan Trust CMO Series 2014-B Class A(b)(d) 08/25/54 | | | 3.850 | % | | | 1,740,484 | | | | 1,735,437 | | |
BCAP LLC Trust(b)(d) CMO Series 2014-RR3 Class 3A1 07/26/36 | | | 0.293 | % | | | 743,544 | | | | 711,207 | | |
Series 2010-RR11 Class 8A1 05/27/37 | | | 5.467 | % | | | 1,875,236 | | | | 1,903,355 | | |
COLT LLC(b)(d) Series 2015-A Class A2 07/27/20 | | | 3.971 | % | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 2,966,514 | | |
COLT LLC(b)(d)(e) CMO Series 15-1 Class A2 12/26/45 | | | 3.721 | % | | | 3,060,000 | | | | 3,060,000 | | |
CSMC Trust CMO Series 2015-RPL1 Class A2(b)(d) 02/25/57 | | | 4.384 | % | | | 1,845,000 | | | | 1,809,069 | | |
Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc.(a) CMO IO Series 2015-A Class A1IO 06/25/58 | | | 1.000 | % | | | 113,603,599 | | | | 4,287,161 | | |
CMO IO Series 2015-A Class A4IO 06/25/58 | | | 0.250 | % | | | 17,564,081 | | | | 165,708 | | |
Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc.(b) CMO Series 2015-A Class B3 06/25/58 | | | 4.500 | % | | | 4,237,494 | | | | 3,986,330 | | |
Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc.(b)(d) CMO Series 2014-11 Class 5A2 11/25/36 | | | 21.776 | % | | | 1,589,159 | | | | 1,791,397 | | |
CMO Series 2014-2 Class 3A3 08/25/37 | | | 0.337 | % | | | 3,218,000 | | | | 2,992,383 | | |
CMO Series 2014-C Class A 02/25/54 | | | 3.250 | % | | | 4,020,847 | | | | 3,854,112 | | |
Series 2013-11 Class 3A3 09/25/34 | | | 2.614 | % | | | 887,292 | | | | 852,334 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Non-Agency (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Credit Suisse Mortgage Capital Certificates(b)(d) CMO Series 2014-RPL4 Class A1 08/25/62 | | | 3.625 | % | | | 2,764,208 | | | | 2,718,222 | | |
CMO Series 2014-RPL4 Class A2 08/25/62 | | | 4.399 | % | | | 4,000,000 | | | | 3,858,548 | | |
Credit Suisse Mortgage Capital Certificates(d) CMO Series 2010-9R Class 10A5 04/27/37 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 869,930 | | | | 870,468 | | |
CMO Series 2010-9R Class 1A5 08/27/37 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 4,000,000 | | | | 3,928,093 | | |
CMO Series 2010-9R Class 2A5 02/27/38 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 2,709,000 | | | | 2,629,279 | | |
CMO Series 2010-9R Class 7A5 05/27/37 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 702,217 | | | | 702,729 | | |
Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC(d) CMO Series 2014-5R Class 5A2 07/27/37 | | | 3.250 | % | | | 3,040,990 | | | | 2,935,061 | | |
CMO Series 2014-RPL1 Class A3 02/25/54 | | | 3.958 | % | | | 2,500,000 | | | | 2,437,810 | | |
Freddie Mac Structured Agency Credit Risk Debt Notes CMO Series 2015-DNA2 Class M3(b) 12/25/27 | | | 4.097 | % | | | 2,000,000 | | | | 1,950,333 | | |
Jefferies Resecuritization Trust CMO Series 2014-R1 Class 1A1(d) 12/27/37 | | | 4.000 | % | | | 1,865,444 | | | | 1,866,655 | | |
Morgan Stanley Re-Remic Trust Series 2013-R8 Class 1B(b)(d) 09/26/36 | | | 2.806 | % | | | 8,157,742 | | | | 7,790,644 | | |
NZES Series 2015-PLS1 Class A(b)(d) 04/25/17 | | | 5.250 | % | | | 2,521,874 | | | | 2,518,721 | | |
New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust CMO IO Series 2014-1A Class AIO(a)(b)(d) 01/25/54 | | | 2.246 | % | | | 27,271,758 | | | | 1,710,689 | | |
Pretium Mortgage Credit Partners I Series 2015-NPL1 Class A2(b)(d) 05/28/30 | | | 4.250 | % | | | 1,000,000 | | | | 945,870 | | |
VML LLC CMO Series 2014-NPL1 Class A1(d) 04/27/54 | | | 3.875 | % | | | 1,453,110 | | | | 1,445,245 | | |
Total Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency (Cost: $67,735,552) | | | | | | | 68,423,374 | | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 23.1% | |
1211 Avenue of the Americas Trust Series 2015-1211 Class E(b)(d) 08/10/35 | | | 4.280 | % | | | 2,000,000 | | | | 1,776,901 | | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Non-Agency (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
American Homes 4 Rent(b)(d) Series 2014-SFR1 Class E 06/17/31 | | | 2.750 | % | | | 7,000,000 | | | | 6,666,691 | | |
Series 2014-SFR1 Class F 06/17/31 | | | 3.500 | % | | | 3,250,000 | | | | 3,097,097 | | |
American Homes 4 Rent(d) Series 2015-SFR1 Class F 04/17/52 | | | 5.885 | % | | | 2,000,000 | | | | 1,850,383 | | |
Aventura Mall Trust Series 2013-AVM Class E(b)(d) 12/05/32 | | | 3.867 | % | | | 5,000,000 | | | | 4,975,343 | | |
B2R Mortgage Trust Series 2015-2 Class E(d) 11/15/48 | | | 5.492 | % | | | 1,500,000 | | | | 1,308,495 | | |
BHMS Mortgage Trust Series 2014-ATLS Class DFX(b)(d) 07/05/33 | | | 4.847 | % | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 3,002,056 | | |
Banc of America Merrill Lynch Re-Remic Trust(b)(d) Series 2014-FRR7 Class A 10/26/44 | | | 2.471 | % | | | 1,000,000 | | | | 983,848 | | |
Series 2014-FRR7 Class B 10/26/44 | | | 2.471 | % | | | 2,000,000 | | | | 1,917,779 | | |
Series 2015-FR11 Class A705 09/27/44 | | | 1.892 | % | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 2,777,718 | | |
GS Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2007-GG10 Class AM(b) 08/10/45 | | | 5.988 | % | | | 2,000,000 | | | | 1,994,123 | | |
Invitation Homes Trust Series 2015-SFR3 Class F(b)(d) 08/17/32 | | | 4.947 | % | | | 1,000,000 | | | | 983,520 | | |
JPMorgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2006-LDP9 Class AM 05/15/47 | | | 5.372 | % | | | 6,000,000 | | | | 6,121,498 | | |
ORES NPL LLC Series 2013-LV2 Class A(d) 09/25/25 | | | 3.081 | % | | | 471,058 | | | | 470,587 | | |
Rialto Capital Management LLC Series 2014-LT5 Class B(d) 05/15/24 | | | 5.000 | % | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 3,000,000 | | |
Rialto Real Estate Fund LLC Subordinated, Series 2015-LT7 Class B(d) 12/25/32 | | | 5.071 | % | | | 1,000,000 | | | | 1,000,136 | | |
Rialto Real Estate Fund LP Series 2014-LT6 Class B(d) 09/15/24 | | | 5.486 | % | | | 1,000,000 | | | | 1,000,698 | | |
VFC LLC(d) Series 2014-2 Class B 07/20/30 | | | 5.500 | % | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 2,990,612 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities —
Non-Agency (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Subordinated, Series 2015-3 Class B 12/20/31 | | | 4.750 | % | | | 5,250,000 | | | | 5,244,298 | | |
Total Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency (Cost: $51,563,249) | | | | | | | 51,161,783 | | |
Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency 15.9% | |
A Voce CLO Ltd. Series 2014-1A Class C(b)(d) 07/15/26 | | | 3.821 | % | | | 1,000,000 | | | | 876,971 | | |
Apidos CLO XXII Series 2015-22A Class D(b)(d) 10/20/27 | | | 6.336 | % | | | 2,000,000 | | | | 1,814,678 | | |
Ares XXXVII CLO Ltd. Series 2015-4A Class D1(d) 10/15/26 | | | 7.126 | % | | | 2,000,000 | | | | 1,874,634 | | |
Ares XXXVIII CLO Ltd.(c)(d) 01/20/27 | | | 6.714 | % | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 2,712,600 | | |
Avery Point VII CLO Ltd.(b)(c)(d) 01/15/28 | | | 6.937 | % | | | 3,500,000 | | | | 3,228,687 | | |
Ballyrock CLO LLC Series 2014-1A Class C(b)(d) 10/20/26 | | | 4.067 | % | | | 1,630,000 | | | | 1,441,666 | | |
Betony CLO Ltd. Series 2015-1A Class E(b)(d) 04/15/27 | | | 5.671 | % | | | 4,250,000 | | | | 3,461,111 | | |
Carlyle Global Market Strategies CLO Series 2015-4A Class D(b)(d) 10/20/27 | | | 6.444 | % | | | 3,700,000 | | | | 3,314,867 | | |
Cole Park CLO Ltd. Series 2015 Class E(c)(d) 10/20/28 | | | 6.552 | % | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 2,692,500 | | |
GCAT LLC Series 2014-2 Class A1(b)(d) 10/25/19 | | | 3.721 | % | | | 5,659,309 | | | | 5,628,548 | | |
New York Mortgage Trust Residential LLC(b)(d) Series 2013-RP1A Class A 07/25/18 | | | 4.250 | % | | | 571,729 | | | | 576,531 | | |
Series 2013-RP2A Class A 09/25/18 | | | 4.600 | % | | | 581,673 | | | | 584,799 | | |
Oak Hill Advisors Residential Loan Trust Series 2015-NPL1 Class A1(b)(d) 01/25/55 | | | 3.475 | % | | | 527,637 | | | | 526,207 | | |
Octagon Investment Partners XXII Ltd. Series 2014-1A Class E1(b)(d) 11/22/25 | | | 5.570 | % | | | 1,750,000 | | | | 1,471,503 | | |
SoFi Professional Loan Program LLC Series 2015-D Class RC(d)(e)(f) 10/25/37 | | | 0.000 | % | | | 3 | | | | 2,000,000 | | |
Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency (continued)
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Symphony CLO Ltd. Series 2014-14A Class D2(b)(d) 07/14/26 | | | 3.921 | % | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 2,834,781 | | |
Truman Capital Mortgage Loan Trust Series 2014-NPL2 Class A1(b)(d) 06/25/54 | | | 3.125 | % | | | 51,117 | | | | 51,083 | | |
Total Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency (Cost: $36,051,744) | | | | | | | 35,091,166 | | |
Repurchase Agreements 2.3%
Issue Description | | Effective Yield | | Principal Amount ($) | | Value ($) | |
Tri-Party TD Securities (USA) LLC dated 11/30/15, matures 12/01/15 repurchase price $5,000,014 (collateralized by U.S. Treasury Securities, Total Market Value $5,100,010) 12/01/15 | | | 0.100 | % | | | 5,000,000 | | | | 5,000,000 | | |
Total Repurchase Agreements (Cost: $5,000,000) | | | | | | | 5,000,000 | | |
Options Purchased Puts 0.3%
Issuer | | Notional ($)/ Contracts | | Exercise Price ($) | | Expiration Date | | Value ($) | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap(g) | | | 50,000,000 | | | | 2.15 | | | 09/09/16 | | | 417,305 | | |
| | | | | 70,000,000 | | | | 3.25 | | | 08/18/17 | | | 366,044 | | |
Total Options Purchased Puts (Cost: $2,564,000) | | | | | | | | | 783,349 | | |
Money Market Funds 4.1%
| | Shares | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(h)(i) | | | 9,042,926 | | | | 9,042,926 | | |
Total Money Market Funds (Cost: $9,042,926) | | | | | 9,042,926 | | |
Total Investments (Cost: $334,151,188) | | | | | 328,869,200 | | |
Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | (107,750,473 | ) | |
Net Assets | | | | | 221,118,727 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
At November 30, 2015, cash totaling $4,410,747 was pledged as collateral.
Investments in Derivatives
Futures Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Long Futures Contracts Outstanding
Contract Description | | Number of Contracts | | Trading Currency | | Notional Market Value ($) | | Expiration Date | | Unrealized Appreciation ($) | | Unrealized Depreciation ($) | |
US 10YR NOTE (CBT) | | | 1,151 | | | USD | | | | | 145,529,562 | | | 03/2016 | | | 366,895 | | | | — | | |
US LONG BOND (CBT) | | | 26 | | | USD | | | | | 4,004,000 | | | 03/2016 | | | 23,608 | | | | — | | |
Total | | | | | | | 149,533,562 | | | | | | 390,503 | | | | — | | |
Credit Default Swap Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Buy Protection
Counterparty | | Reference Entity | | Expiration Date | | Pay Fixed Rate (%) | | Notional Amount ($) | | Market Value ($) | | Unamortized Premium (Paid) Received ($) | | Periodic Payments Receivable (Payable) ($) | | Unrealized Appreciation ($) | | Unrealized Depreciation ($) | |
Morgan Stanley* | | Markit CDX North America High Yield Index, Series 25 Version 1 | | 12/20/2020 | | | 5.000 | | | | 10,000,000 | | | | (44,636 | ) | | | — | | | | (98,611 | ) | | | — | | | | (143,247
| ) | |
*Centrally cleared swap contract
Credit Default Swap Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Sell Protection
Counterparty | | Reference Entity | | Expiration Date | | Receive Fixed Rate (%) | | Implied Credit Spread (%)** | | Notional Amount ($) | | Market Value ($) | | Unamortized Premium (Paid) Received ($) | | Periodic Payments Receivable (Payable) ($) | | Unrealized Appreciation ($) | | Unrealized Depreciation ($) | |
Goldman Sachs International | | Markit CMBX North America Index, Series 8 BBB- | | 10/17/2057 | | | 3.000 | | | | 4.542 | | | | 1,000,000 | | | | (106,000 | ) | | | 98,500 | | | | 500 | | | | — | | | | (7,000 | ) | |
**Implied credit spreads, represented in absolute terms, utilized in determining the market value of credit default swap agreements on corporate or sovereign issues as of period end serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and represent the likelihood or risk of default for the credit derivative. The implied credit spread of a particular referenced entity reflects the cost of buying/selling protection and may include upfront payments required to be made to enter into the agreement. Wider credit spreads represent a deterioration of the referenced entity's credit soundness and a greater likelihood or risk of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the agreement.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Interest Rate Swap Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Counterparty | | Floating Rate Index | | Fund Pay/Receive Floating Rate | | Fixed Rate (%) | | Expiration Date | | Notional Currency | | Notional Amount ($) | | Unamortized Premium (Paid) Received ($) | | Unrealized Appreciation ($) | | Unrealized Depreciation ($) | |
Morgan Stanley* | | 3-Month USD LIBOR-BBA | | Receive | | | 0.812 | | | 7/10/2017 | | USD | | | | | 110,000,000 | | | | (421 | ) | | | — | | | | (178,055 | ) | |
Morgan Stanley* | | 3-Month USD LIBOR-BBA | | Receive | | | 1.593 | | | 9/14/2020 | | USD | | | | | 34,850,000 | | | | (316 | ) | | | — | | | | (139,289 | ) | |
Morgan Stanley* | | 3-Month USD LIBOR-BBA | | Receive | | | 1.569 | | | 9/16/2020 | | USD | | | | | 35,000,000 | | | | (318 | ) | | | — | | | | (95,234 | ) | |
Morgan Stanley* | | 3-Month USD LIBOR-BBA | | Receive | | | 1.923 | | | 9/14/2022 | | USD | | | | | 33,000,000 | | | | (352 | ) | | | — | | | | (333,430 | ) | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | — | | | | (746,008 | ) | |
*Centrally cleared swap contract
Options Contracts Written Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Issuer | | Puts/Calls | | Notional Amount ($) | | Exercise Price ($) | | Premium Received ($) | | Expiration Date | | Value ($) | |
OTC 10-Year Interest Rate Swap(j) | | Call | | | 75,000,000 | | | | 2.10 | | | | 525,000 | | | 12/2015 | | | 419,250 | | |
Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) Interest Only (IO) represents the right to receive the monthly interest payments on an underlying pool of mortgage loans.
(b) Variable rate security.
(c) Security, or a portion thereof, has been purchased on a when-issued or delayed delivery basis.
(d) Represents privately placed and other securities and instruments exempt from SEC registration (collectively, private placements), such as Section 4(a)(2) and Rule 144A eligible securities, which are often sold only to qualified institutional buyers. The Fund may invest in private placements determined to be liquid as well as those determined to be illiquid. Private placements may be determined to be liquid under guidelines established by the Fund's Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $136,171,170 or 61.58% of net assets.
(e) Represents fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $5,060,000, which represents 2.29% of net assets.
(f) Zero coupon bond.
(g) Purchased swaption contracts outstanding at November 30, 2015:
Purchased Swaption Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Description | | Counterparty | | Floating Rate Index | | Fund Pay/Receive Floating Rate | | Exercise Rate (%) | | Expiration Date | | Notional Amount ($) | | Premium Paid ($) | | Market Value ($) | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap | | Barclays | | 3-Month USD LIBOR | | Receive | | | 3.250 | | | 8/22/2022 | | | 70,000 | | | | 1,851,500 | | | | 417,305 | | |
Put — OTC 5-Year Interest Rate Swap | | Barclays | | 3-Month USD LIBOR | | Receive | | | 2.150 | | | 9/13/2021 | | | 50,000 | | | | 712,500 | | | | 366,044 | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 2,564,000 | | | | 783,349 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Notes to Portfolio of Investments (continued)
(h) As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company's outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows:
Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | Purchase Cost ($) | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | Ending Cost ($) | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 9,448,540 | | | | 98,228,531 | | | | (98,634,145 | ) | | | 9,042,926 | | | | 4,051 | | | | 9,042,926 | | |
(i) The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015.
(j) Written Swaption Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015.
Written Swaption Contracts Outstanding at November 30, 2015
Description | | Counterparty | | Floating Rate Index | | Fund Pay/Receive Floating Rate | | Exercise Rate (%) | | Expiration Date | | Notional Amount ($) | | Premium Received ($) | | Market Value ($) | |
Call — OTC 10-Year Interest Rate Swap | | Barclays | | | 3-Month USD LIBOR | | | Receive | | | 2.100 | | | 12/23/15 | | | (75,000,000 | ) | | | (525,000 | ) | | | (419,250 | ) | |
Abbreviation Legend
CMO Collateralized Mortgage Obligation
STRIPS Separate Trading of Registered Interest and Principal Securities
Currency Legend
USD US Dollar
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund's assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment's level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset's or liability's fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
> Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments.
> Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.).
> Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments).
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment's fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager's Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager's organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund's investments at November 30, 2015:
| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets ($) | | Level 2 Other Significant Observable Inputs ($) | | Level 3 Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | Total ($) | |
Investments | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Agency | | | — | | | | 159,366,602 | | | | — | | | | 159,366,602 | | |
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | — | | | | 46,968,378 | | | | 21,454,996 | | | | 68,423,374 | | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | — | | | | 49,382,701 | | | | 1,779,082 | | | | 51,161,783 | | |
Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency | | | — | | | | 24,371,199 | | | | 10,719,967 | | | | 35,091,166 | | |
Repurchase Agreements | | | — | | | | 5,000,000 | | | | — | | | | 5,000,000 | | |
Options Purchased Puts | | | — | | | | 783,349 | | | | — | | | | 783,349 | | |
Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 9,042,926 | | | | — | | | | 9,042,926 | | |
Total Investments | | | — | | | | 294,915,155 | | | | 33,954,045 | | | | 328,869,200 | | |
Derivatives | |
Assets | |
Futures Contracts | | | 390,503 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 390,503 | | |
Liabilities | |
Options Contracts Written | | | — | | | | (419,250 | ) | | | — | | | | (419,250 | ) | |
Swap Contracts | | | — | | | | (896,255 | ) | | | — | | | | (896,255 | ) | |
Total | | | 390,503 | | | | 293,599,650 | | | | 33,954,045 | | | | 327,944,198 | | |
See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are valued based upon utilizing observable market inputs, in which a security's value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available.
Futures contracts and swap contracts are valued at unrealized appreciation (depreciation).
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
Transfers In | | Transfers Out | |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | |
| — | | | | 9,448,540 | | | | 9,448,540 | | | | — | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
The following table is a reconciliation of Level 3 assets for which significant observable and unobservable inputs were used to determine fair value:
| | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency ($) | | Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency ($) | | Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency ($) | | Total ($) | |
Balance as of May 31, 2015 | | | 16,392,110 | | | | 926,673 | | | | — | | | | 17,318,783 | | |
Accrued discounts/premiums | | | 9,233 | | | | (107 | ) | | | 330 | | | | 9,456 | | |
Realized gain (loss) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)(a) | | | (381,361 | ) | | | (370 | ) | | | (330 | ) | | | (382,061 | ) | |
Sales | | | (624,986 | ) | | | (455,615 | ) | | | — | | | | (1,080,601 | ) | |
Purchases | | | 6,060,000 | | | | 1,308,501 | | | | 10,719,967 | | | | 18,088,468 | | |
Transfers into Level 3 | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Transfers out of Level 3 | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
Balance as of November 30, 2015 | | | 21,454,996 | | | | 1,779,082 | | | | 10,719,967 | | | | 33,954,045 | | |
(a) Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) relating to securities held at November 30, 2015 was $(382,061) which is comprised of Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency of $(381,361) and Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities — Non-Agency of $(370) and Asset-Backed Securities — Non-Agency of $(330).
The Fund's assets assigned to the Level 3 category are valued utilizing the valuation technique deemed the most appropriate in the circumstances. Certain residential and commercial mortgage backed securities classified as Level 3 securities are valued using the market approach and utilize single market quotations from broker dealers which may have included, but were not limited to, observable transactions for identical or similar assets in the market and the distressed nature of the security. The appropriateness of fair values for these securities is monitored on an ongoing basis which may include results of back testing, manual price reviews and other control procedures. Significant increases (decreases) to any of these inputs would result in a significantly lower (higher) valuation measurement.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Assets | |
Investments, at value | |
Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $317,544,262) | | $ | 314,042,925 | | |
Affiliated issuers (identified cost $9,042,926) | | | 9,042,926 | | |
Options purchased (identified cost $2,564,000) | | | 783,349 | | |
Repurchase agreements (identified cost $5,000,000) | | | 5,000,000 | | |
Total investments (identified cost $334,151,188) | | | 328,869,200 | | |
Cash collateral held at broker | | | 320,000 | | |
Margin deposits | | | 4,090,747 | | |
Premiums paid on outstanding swap contracts | | | 1,407 | | |
Receivable for: | |
Investments sold | | | 121,224 | | |
Investments sold on a delayed delivery basis | | | 129,402,195 | | |
Capital shares sold | | | 170,049 | | |
Dividends | | | 2,134 | | |
Interest | | | 1,437,635 | | |
Variation margin | | | 19,067 | | |
Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager | | | 2,571 | | |
Prepaid expenses | | | 2,708 | | |
Total assets | | | 464,438,937 | | |
Liabilities | |
Option contracts written, at value (premiums received $525,000) | | | 419,250 | | |
Due to custodian | | | 28,800 | | |
Unrealized depreciation on swap contracts | | | 7,000 | | |
Premiums received on outstanding swap contracts | | | 98,500 | | |
Payable for: | |
Investments purchased on a delayed delivery basis | | | 242,521,239 | | |
Capital shares purchased | | | 22,078 | | |
Variation margin | | | 158,747 | | |
Investment management fees | | | 11,805 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 141 | | |
Transfer agent fees | | | 1,895 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 6,305 | | |
Other expenses | | | 44,450 | | |
Total liabilities | | | 243,320,210 | | |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 221,118,727 | | |
Represented by | |
Paid-in capital | | $ | 226,680,877 | | |
Undistributed net investment income | | | 490,458 | | |
Accumulated net realized loss | | | (370,618 | ) | |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | (3,501,337 | ) | |
Futures contracts | | | 390,503 | | |
Options purchased | | | (1,780,651 | ) | |
Options contracts written | | | 105,750 | | |
Swap contracts | | | (896,255 | ) | |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | $ | 221,118,727 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Class A | |
Net assets | | $ | 6,512,714 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 666,539 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.77 | | |
Maximum offering price per share(a) | | $ | 10.07 | | |
Class C | |
Net assets | | $ | 426,538 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 43,668 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.77 | | |
Class I | |
Net assets | | $ | 207,472,355 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 21,237,146 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.77 | | |
Class R4 | |
Net assets | | $ | 5,995,994 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 613,602 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.77 | | |
Class R5 | |
Net assets | | $ | 9,771 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,000 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.77 | | |
Class W | |
Net assets | | $ | 9,770 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,000 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.77 | | |
Class Z | |
Net assets | | $ | 691,585 | | |
Shares outstanding | | | 70,760 | | |
Net asset value per share | | $ | 9.77 | | |
(a) The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 3.00%.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Net investment income | |
Income: | |
Dividends — affiliated issuers | | $ | 4,051 | | |
Interest | | | 5,496,803 | | |
Total income | | | 5,500,854 | | |
Expenses: | |
Investment management fees | | | 720,153 | | |
Distribution and/or service fees | |
Class A | | | 5,431 | | |
Class C | | | 1,256 | | |
Class W | | | 13 | | |
Transfer agent fees | |
Class A | | | 4,305 | | |
Class C | | | 253 | | |
Class R4 | | | 4,154 | | |
Class R5 | | | 3 | | |
Class W | | | 10 | | |
Class Z | | | 300 | | |
Compensation of board members | | | 6,146 | | |
Custodian fees | | | 10,624 | | |
Printing and postage fees | | | 13,986 | | |
Registration fees | | | 38,102 | | |
Audit fees | | | 14,302 | | |
Legal fees | | | 4,185 | | |
Other | | | 5,564 | | |
Total expenses | | | 828,787 | | |
Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates | | | (152,316 | ) | |
Total net expenses | | | 676,471 | | |
Net investment income | | | 4,824,383 | | |
Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | |
Investments | | | 1,022,074 | | |
Futures contracts | | | (1,459,474 | ) | |
Options purchased | | | (1,519,950 | ) | |
Swap contracts | | | (290,507 | ) | |
Net realized loss | | | (2,247,857 | ) | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | |
Investments | | | (4,429,285 | ) | |
Futures contracts | | | 337,550 | | |
Options purchased | | | 336,762 | | |
Options contracts written | | | 105,750 | | |
Swap contracts | | | (555,734 | ) | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (4,204,957 | ) | |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (6,452,814 | ) | |
Net decrease in net assets from operations | | $ | (1,628,431 | ) | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
Operations | |
Net investment income | | $ | 4,824,383 | | | $ | 6,677,913 | | |
Net realized gain (loss) | | | (2,247,857 | ) | | | 3,486,829 | | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (4,204,957 | ) | | | (1,531,894 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (1,628,431 | ) | | | 8,632,848 | | |
Distributions to shareholders | |
Net investment income | | | | | |
Class A | | | (83,464 | ) | | | (16,343 | ) | |
Class C | | | (4,379 | ) | | | (610 | ) | |
Class I | | | (4,230,318 | ) | | | (6,610,573 | ) | |
Class R4 | | | (83,975 | ) | | | (48,995 | ) | |
Class R5 | | | (199 | ) | | | (382 | ) | |
Class W | | | (181 | ) | | | (347 | ) | |
Class Z | | | (5,980 | ) | | | (881 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | | | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (3,019 | ) | |
Class C | | | — | | | | (100 | ) | |
Class I | | | — | | | | (1,613,927 | ) | |
Class R4 | | | — | | | | (9,133 | ) | |
Class R5 | | | — | | | | (100 | ) | |
Class W | | | — | | | | (100 | ) | |
Class Z | | | — | | | | (239 | ) | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (4,408,496 | ) | | | (8,304,749 | ) | |
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (7,785,640 | ) | | | 139,225,600 | | |
Total increase (decrease) in net assets | | | (13,822,567 | ) | | | 139,553,699 | | |
Net assets at beginning of period | | | 234,941,294 | | | | 95,387,595 | | |
Net assets at end of period | | $ | 221,118,727 | | | $ | 234,941,294 | | |
Undistributed net investment income | | $ | 490,458 | | | $ | 74,571 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | Dollars ($) | | Shares | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | |
Class A shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 631,181 | | | | 6,280,535 | | | | 169,840 | | | | 1,710,584 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 8,423 | | | | 83,283 | | | | 1,896 | | | | 18,916 | | |
Redemptions | | | (143,969 | ) | | | (1,420,414 | ) | | | (1,832 | ) | | | (18,234 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 495,635 | | | | 4,943,404 | | | | 169,904 | | | | 1,711,266 | | |
Class C shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 65,336 | | | | 651,500 | | | | 3,945 | | | | 39,248 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 428 | | | | 4,235 | | | | 34 | | | | 339 | | |
Redemptions | | | (27,075 | ) | | | (270,389 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | |
Net increase | | | 38,689 | | | | 385,346 | | | | 3,979 | | | | 39,587 | | |
Class I shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 1,806,920 | | | | 17,877,144 | | | | 12,706,034 | | | | 127,804,600 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 426,585 | | | | 4,230,117 | | | | 824,615 | | | | 8,224,013 | | |
Redemptions | | | (3,877,734 | ) | | | (38,936,330 | ) | | | (162,480 | ) | | | (1,636,478 | ) | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (1,644,229 | ) | | | (16,829,069 | ) | | | 13,368,169 | | | | 134,392,135 | | |
Class R4 shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 353,645 | | | | 3,504,605 | | | | 303,287 | | | | 3,042,997 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 8,465 | | | | 83,781 | | | | 5,790 | | | | 57,656 | | |
Redemptions | | | (53,856 | ) | | | (535,157 | ) | | | (4,729 | ) | | | (47,221 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 308,254 | | | | 3,053,229 | | | | 304,348 | | | | 3,053,432 | | |
Class Z shares | |
Subscriptions | | | 71,617 | | | | 710,586 | | | | 3,625 | | | | 36,573 | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 589 | | | | 5,786 | | | | 65 | | | | 648 | | |
Redemptions | | | (5,570 | ) | | | (54,922 | ) | | | (809 | ) | | | (8,041 | ) | |
Net increase | | | 66,636 | | | | 661,450 | | | | 2,881 | | | | 29,180 | | |
Total net increase (decrease) | | | (735,015 | ) | | | (7,785,640 | ) | | | 13,849,281 | | | | 139,225,600 | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class A | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.05 | | | $ | 10.02 | | | $ | 10.00 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.39 | | | | 0.02 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.01 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.48 | | | | 0.03 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.35 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.45 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.77 | | | $ | 10.05 | | | $ | 10.02 | | |
Total return | | | (1.00 | %) | | | 4.88 | % | | | 0.29 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.20 | %(c) | | | 1.21 | % | | | 1.24 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 1.00 | %(c) | | | 1.00 | % | | | 1.00 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 3.96 | %(c) | | | 4.08 | % | | | 1.79 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 6,513 | | | $ | 1,718 | | | $ | 10 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 379 | % | | | 829 | % | | | 56 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from April 30, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class C | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.05 | | | $ | 10.02 | | | $ | 10.00 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.31 | | | | 0.01 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.01 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.14 | ) | | | 0.40 | | | | 0.02 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.00 | )(b) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.00 | )(b) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.77 | | | $ | 10.05 | | | $ | 10.02 | | |
Total return | | | (1.37 | %) | | | 4.09 | % | | | 0.24 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.94 | %(d) | | | 1.98 | % | | | 2.05 | %(d) | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.75 | %(d) | | | 1.75 | % | | | 1.75 | %(d) | |
Net investment income | | | 3.33 | %(d) | | | 3.16 | % | | | 1.05 | %(d) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 427 | | | $ | 50 | | | $ | 10 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 379 | % | | | 829 | % | | | 56 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from April 30, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) Rounds to zero.
(c) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(d) Annualized.
(e) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class I | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.05 | | | $ | 10.02 | | | $ | 10.00 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.41 | | | | 0.02 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | 0.11 | | | | 0.01 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.08 | ) | | | 0.52 | | | | 0.03 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.39 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.49 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.77 | | | $ | 10.05 | | | $ | 10.02 | | |
Total return | | | (0.80 | %) | | | 5.29 | % | | | 0.31 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.74 | %(c) | | | 0.82 | % | | | 0.87 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.60 | %(c) | | | 0.60 | % | | | 0.60 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 4.38 | %(c) | | | 4.12 | % | | | 2.38 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 207,472 | | | $ | 230,041 | | | $ | 95,325 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 379 | % | | | 829 | % | | | 56 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from April 30, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R4 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.06 | | | $ | 10.02 | | | $ | 10.00 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.44 | | | | 0.02 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.31 | ) | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.01 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.51 | | | | 0.03 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.47 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.77 | | | $ | 10.06 | | | $ | 10.02 | | |
Total return | | | (0.97 | %) | | | 5.24 | % | | | 0.30 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.94 | %(c) | | | 0.94 | % | | | 1.05 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.75 | %(c) | | | 0.75 | % | | | 0.75 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 4.24 | %(c) | | | 4.44 | % | | | 2.04 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 5,996 | | | $ | 3,071 | | | $ | 10 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 379 | % | | | 829 | % | | | 56 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from April 30, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R5 | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.06 | | | $ | 10.02 | | | $ | 10.00 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.39 | | | | 0.02 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.31 | ) | | | 0.13 | | | | 0.01 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.09 | ) | | | 0.52 | | | | 0.03 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.38 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.48 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.77 | | | $ | 10.06 | | | $ | 10.02 | | |
Total return | | | (0.92 | %) | | | 5.34 | % | | | 0.31 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.78 | %(c) | | | 0.90 | % | | | 0.89 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.65 | %(c) | | | 0.65 | % | | | 0.65 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 4.33 | %(c) | | | 3.91 | % | | | 2.14 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 10 | | | $ | 10 | | | $ | 10 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 379 | % | | | 829 | % | | | 56 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from April 30, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class W | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.05 | | | $ | 10.02 | | | $ | 10.00 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.20 | | | | 0.36 | | | | 0.02 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.01 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.48 | | | | 0.03 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.35 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.45 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.77 | | | $ | 10.05 | | | $ | 10.02 | | |
Total return | | | (0.99 | %) | | | 4.87 | % | | | 0.29 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.19 | %(c) | | | 1.30 | % | | | 1.30 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 1.00 | %(c) | | | 1.00 | % | | | 1.00 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 3.98 | %(c) | | | 3.56 | % | | | 1.79 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 10 | | | $ | 10 | | | $ | 10 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 379 | % | | | 829 | % | | | 56 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from April 30, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class Z | | (Unaudited) | | 2015 | | 2014(a) | |
Per share data | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 10.06 | | | $ | 10.02 | | | $ | 10.00 | | |
Income from investment operations: | |
Net investment income | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.39 | | | | 0.02 | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.31 | ) | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.01 | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.51 | | | | 0.03 | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | |
Net investment income | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | — | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.47 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.77 | | | $ | 10.06 | | | $ | 10.02 | | |
Total return | | | (0.97 | %) | | | 5.24 | % | | | 0.30 | % | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.96 | %(c) | | | 1.03 | % | | | 1.08 | %(c) | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.75 | %(c) | | | 0.75 | % | | | 0.75 | %(c) | |
Net investment income | | | 4.28 | %(c) | | | 3.96 | % | | | 2.21 | %(c) | |
Supplemental data | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 692 | | | $ | 41 | | | $ | 12 | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 379 | % | | | 829 | % | | | 56 | % | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) Based on operations from April 30, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end.
(b) In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund's reported expense ratios.
(c) Annualized.
(d) Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 1. Organization
Columbia Mortgage Opportunities Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a non-diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class C, Class I, Class R4, Class R5, Class W and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust's organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 3.00% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund's prospectus.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
Debt securities generally are valued by pricing services approved by the Board of Trustees (the Board) based upon market transactions for normal, institutional-size trading units of similar securities. The services may use various pricing techniques that take into account, as applicable, factors such as yield, quality, coupon rate, maturity, type of issue, trading characteristics and other data, as well as broker quotes. Debt securities for which quotations are not readily available or not believed to be reflective of market value may also be valued based upon a bid quote from an approved independent broker-dealer. Debt securities maturing in 60 days or less are valued primarily at amortized cost value, unless this method results in a valuation that management believes does not approximate market value.
Asset- and mortgage-backed securities are generally valued by pricing services, which utilize pricing models that incorporate the securities' cash flow and loan performance data. These models also take into account available market data, including trades, market quotations, and benchmark yield curves for identical or similar securities. Factors used to identify similar
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
securities may include, but are not limited to, issuer, collateral type, vintage, prepayment speeds, collateral performance, credit ratings, credit enhancement and expected life. Asset-backed securities for which quotations are readily available may also be valued based upon an over-the-counter or exchange bid quote from an approved independent broker-dealer.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Futures and options on futures contracts are valued based upon the settlement price at the close of regular trading on their principal exchanges or, in the absence of transactions, at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices.
Option contracts are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on their primary exchanges. Option contracts, including over-the-counter option contracts, with no readily available market quotations are valued using quotes obtained from independent brokers as of the close of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).
Swap transactions are valued through an independent pricing service or broker, or if neither is available, through an internal model based upon observable inputs.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund's Portfolio of Investments.
Derivative Instruments
The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives.
Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.
A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The Fund's risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange's clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker's customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker's customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.
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In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument's payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.
Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.
Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund's net asset value declines by a stated percentage
over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Futures Contracts
Futures contracts are exchange traded and represent commitments for the future purchase or sale of an asset at a specified price on a specified date. The Fund bought and sold futures contracts to manage the duration and yield curve exposure of the Fund versus the benchmark and manage exposure to movements in interest rates. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Upon entering into futures contracts, the Fund bears risks that it may not achieve the anticipated benefits of the futures contracts and may realize a loss. Additional risks include counterparty credit risk, the possibility of an illiquid market, and that a change in the value of the contract or option may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying asset.
Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund pledges cash or securities with the broker in an amount sufficient to meet the initial margin requirement. The initial margin deposit must be maintained at an established level over the life of the contract. Cash deposited as initial margin is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received by the Fund each day. The variation margin payments are equal to the daily change in the contract value and are recorded as variation margin receivable or payable and are offset in unrealized gains or losses. The Fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Futures contracts involve, to varying degrees, risk of loss in excess of the variation margin disclosed in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
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Options Contracts
Options are contracts which entitle the holder to purchase or sell securities or other identified assets at a specified price, or in the case of index option contracts, to receive or pay the difference between the index value and the strike price of the index option contract. Option contracts can be either exchange-traded or over-the-counter. The Fund purchased and wrote option contracts hedge interest rate exposure. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Completion of transactions for option contracts traded in the over-the-counter market depends upon the performance of the other party. Cash collateral may be collected or posted by the Fund to secure certain over-the-counter option contract trades. Cash collateral held or posted by the Fund for such option contract trades must be returned to the counterparty or the Fund upon closure, exercise or expiration of the contract.
Options contracts purchased are recorded as investments. When the Fund writes an options contract, the premium received is recorded as an asset and an amount equivalent to the premium is recorded as a liability in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities and is subsequently adjusted to reflect the current fair value of the option written. Changes in the fair value of the written option are recorded as unrealized appreciation or depreciation until the contract is exercised or has expired. The Fund will realize a gain or loss when the option contract is closed or expires. When option contracts are exercised, the proceeds on sales for a written call or purchased put option contract, or the purchase cost for a written put or purchased call option contract, is adjusted by the amount of premium received or paid.
For over-the-counter options purchased, the Fund bears the risk of loss of the amount of the premiums paid plus the positive change in market values net of any collateral held by the Fund should the counterparty fail to perform under the contracts. Option contracts written by the Fund do not typically give rise to counterparty credit risk, as options written generally obligate the Fund and not the counterparty to perform. The risk in writing a call option contract is that the Fund gives up the opportunity for profit if the market price of the security increases above the strike price and the option contract is exercised. The risk in writing a put option contract is that the Fund may incur a loss if the market price of the security decreases below the strike price and the option contract is
exercised. Exercise of a written option could result in the Fund purchasing or selling a security or foreign currency when it otherwise would not, or at a price different from the current market value. In purchasing and writing options, the Fund bears the risk of an unfavorable change in the value of the underlying instrument or the risk that the Fund may not be able to enter into a closing transaction due to an illiquid market.
Contracts and premiums associated with options contracts written for the year ended November 30, 2015 are as follows:
| | Calls | |
| | Contracts | | Premiums $ | |
Balance at May 31, 2015 | | | — | | | | — | | |
Opened | | | 75,000,000 | | | | 525,000 | | |
Balance at November 30, 2015 | | | 75,000,000 | | | | 525,000 | | |
Swap Contracts
Swap contracts are negotiated in the over-the-counter market and may be entered into as a bilateral contract or centrally cleared (centrally cleared swap contract). In a centrally cleared swap contract, immediately following execution of the swap contract with a broker, the swap contract is novated to a central counterparty (the CCP) and the CCP becomes the Fund's counterparty to the centrally cleared swap contract. The Fund is required to deposit initial margin with the broker in the form of cash or securities in an amount that varies depending on the size and risk profile of the particular swap contract. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Portfolio of Investments and cash deposited is recorded in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Unlike a bilateral swap contract, for centrally cleared swap contracts, the Fund has minimal credit exposure to the counterparty because the CCP stands between the Fund and the counterparty. Swap contracts are marked-to-market daily and changes in value are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation). The daily change in valuation of centrally cleared swap contracts, if any, is recorded as a receivable or payable for variation margin in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Credit Default Swap Contracts
The Fund entered into credit default swap contracts to increase or decrease its credit exposure to an index, increase or decrease its credit exposure to a specific debt security or a basket of debt securities as a
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protection buyer to reduce overall credit exposure and to manage credit risk exposure. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Credit default swap contracts are agreements in which one party pays fixed periodic payments to a counterparty in consideration for a guarantee from the counterparty to make a specific payment should a specified credit event(s) take place. Although specified credit events are contract specific, credit events are generally defined as bankruptcy, failure to pay, restructuring, obligation acceleration, obligation default, or repudiation/moratorium.
As the purchaser of a credit default swap contract, the Fund purchases protection by paying a periodic interest rate on the notional amount to the counterparty. The interest amount is accrued daily as a component of unrealized appreciation (depreciation) and is recorded as a realized loss upon payment. If a credit event as specified in the contract occurs, the Fund may have the option either to deliver the reference obligation to the seller in exchange for a cash payment of its par amount, or to receive a net cash settlement equal to the par amount less an agreed-upon value of the reference obligation as of the date of the credit event. The difference between the value of the obligation or cash delivered and the notional amount received will be recorded as a realized gain (loss).
As the seller of a credit default swap contract, the Fund sells protection to a buyer and will generally receive a periodic interest rate on the notional amount. The interest amount is accrued daily as a component of unrealized appreciation (depreciation) and is recorded as a realized gain upon receipt of the payment. If a credit event as specified in the contract with the counterparty occurs, the Fund may either be required to accept the reference obligation from the buyer in exchange for a cash payment of its notional amount, or to pay the buyer a net cash settlement equal to the notional amount less an agreed-upon value of the reference obligation (recovery value) as of the date of the credit event. The difference between the value of the obligation or cash received and the notional amount paid will be recorded as a realized gain (loss). The maximum potential amount of undiscounted future payments the Fund could be required to make as the seller of protection under a credit default swap contract is equal to the notional amount of the reference obligation. These potential amounts may be partially offset by any recovery values of the respective reference obligations or premiums
received upon entering into the agreement. The notional amounts and market values of all credit default swap contracts in which the Fund is the seller of protection, if any, are disclosed in the Credit Default Swap Contracts Outstanding schedule following the Portfolio of Investments.
As a protection seller, the Fund bears the risk of loss from the credit events specified in the contract with the counterparty. For credit default swap contracts on credit indices, quoted market prices and resulting market values serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk. Increasing market values, in absolute terms when compared to the notional amount of the swap, represent a deterioration of the reference entity's credit soundness and a greater likelihood or risk of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the contract.
Any premium paid or received by the Fund upon entering into a credit default swap contract is recorded as an asset or liability, respectively, and amortized daily as a component of realized gain (loss) in the Statement of Operations. Credit default swap contracts are valued daily, and the change in value is recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) until the termination of the swap, at which time a realized gain (loss) is recorded.
Credit default swap contracts can involve greater risks than if a fund had invested in the reference obligation directly since, in addition to general market risks, credit default swaps are subject to counterparty credit risk, leverage risk, hedging risk, correlation risk and liquidity risk. The Fund will enter into credit default swap transactions only with counterparties that meet certain standards of creditworthiness, as determined by the Investment Manager.
Interest Rate Swap Contracts
The Fund entered into interest rate swap transactions to manage interest rate market risk exposure to produce incremental earnings. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Interest rate swaps are agreements between two parties that involve the exchange of one type of interest rate for another type of interest rate cash flow on specified dates in the future, based on a predetermined, specified notional amount. Certain interest rate swaps are considered forward-starting, whereby the accrual for the exchange of cash flows does not begin until a specified date in the future (the effective date). The net cash flow for a standard
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interest rate swap transaction is generally the difference between a floating market interest rate versus a fixed interest rate.
Interest rate swaps are valued daily and unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is recorded. Certain interest rate swaps may accrue periodic interest on a daily basis as a component of unrealized appreciation (depreciation); the Fund will realize a gain or loss upon the payment or receipt of accrued interest. The Fund will realize a gain or a loss when the interest rate swap is terminated.
Risks of entering into interest rate swaps include a lack of correlation between the swaps and the portfolio of bonds the swaps are designed to hedge or replicate. A lack of correlation may cause the interest rate swaps to experience adverse changes in value relative to expectations. In addition, interest rate swaps are subject to the risk of default of a counterparty, and the risk of adverse movements in market interest rates relative to the interest rate swap positions taken. The Fund's maximum risk of loss from counterparty credit risk is the discounted net value of the cash flows to be received from/paid to the counterparty over the contract's remaining life to the extent that such amount is positive, plus the cost of entering into a similar transaction with another counterparty.
The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty credit risk by entering into interest rate swap transactions only with counterparties that meet prescribed levels of creditworthiness, as determined by the Investment Manager. The Fund and any counterparty are required to maintain an agreement that requires the Fund and that counterparty to monitor (on a daily basis) the net market value of all derivative transactions entered into pursuant to the agreement between the Fund and such counterparty. If the net market value of such derivatives transactions between the Fund and that counterparty exceeds a certain threshold (as defined in the agreement), the Fund or the counterparty is required to post cash and/or securities as collateral. Market values of derivatives transactions presented in the financial statements are not netted with the market values of other derivatives transactions or with any collateral amounts posted by the Fund or any counterparty.
Interest Rate Swaption Contracts
Interest rate swaption contracts entered into by the Fund typically represent an option that gives the purchaser the
right, but not the obligation, to enter into an interest rate swap contract on a future date. The Fund purchased or wrote interest rate swaption contracts to manage exposure to fluctuations in interest rates. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Each interest rate swaption agreement will specify if the buyer is entitled to receive the fixed or floating rate if the interest rate is exercised. Changes in the value of a purchased interest rate swaption contracts are reported as unrealized appreciation or depreciation on options in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. Gain or loss is recognized in the Statement of Operations when the interest rate swaption contract is closed or expires.
When the Fund writes an interest rate swaption contract, the premium received is recorded as an asset and an amount equivalent to the premium is recorded as a liability in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities and is subsequently adjusted to reflect the current fair value of the interest rate swaption contract written. Premiums received from writing interest rate swaption contracts that expire unexercised are recorded by the Fund on the expiration date as realized gains from options written in the Statement of Operations. The difference between the premium and the amount paid on effecting a closing purchase transaction, including brokerage commissions, is also recorded as realized gain, or if the premium is less than the amount paid for the closing purchase, as realized loss. These amounts are reflected as net realized gain (loss) on options written in the Statement of Operations.
Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements
The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those fair values in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities; and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Statement of Operations, including realized and unrealized gains (losses). The derivative instrument schedules following the Portfolio of Investments present additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.
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The following table is a summary of the fair value of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) at November 30, 2015:
Asset Derivatives | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value ($) | |
Interest rate risk
| | Net assets — unrealized appreciation on futures contracts | | | 390,503
| * | |
Interest rate risk
| | Investments, at value — Options purchased | | | 783,349
| | |
Interest rate risk
| | Premiums paid on outstanding swap contracts | | | 1,407
| | |
Total | | | | | 1,175,259 | | |
Liability Derivatives | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value ($) | |
Credit risk
| | Net assets — unrealized depreciation on swap contracts | | | 150,247
| * | |
Credit risk
| | Premiums received on outstanding swap contracts | | | 98,500
| | |
Interest rate risk
| | Options contracts written, at value | | | 419,250
| | |
Interest rate risk
| | Net assets — unrealized depreciation on swap contracts | | | 746,008
| * | |
Total | | | | | 1,414,005 | | |
*Includes cumulative appreciation (depreciation) as reported in the tables following the Portfolio of Investments. Only the current day's variation margin is reported in receivables or payables in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Statement of Operations for the six months ended November 30, 2015:
Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Futures Contracts ($) | | Options Contracts Purchased ($) | | Swap Contracts ($) | | Total ($) | |
Credit risk | | | — | | | | — | | | | (113,840 | ) | | | (113,840 | ) | |
Interest rate risk | | | (1,459,474 | ) | | | (1,519,950 | ) | | | (176,667 | ) | | | (3,156,091 | ) | |
Total | | | (1,459,474 | ) | | | (1,519,950 | ) | | | (290,507 | ) | | | (3,269,931 | ) | |
Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) on Derivatives Recognized in Income | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Futures Contracts ($) | | Options Contracts Written ($) | | Options Contracts Purchased ($) | | Swap Contracts ($) | | Total ($) | |
Credit risk | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 190,274 | | | | 190,274 | | |
Interest rate risk | | | 337,550 | | | | 105,750 | | | | 336,762 | | | | (746,008 | ) | | | 34,054 | | |
Total | | | 337,550 | | | | 105,750 | | | | 336,762 | | | | (555,734 | ) | | | 224,328 | | |
The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for the six months ended November 30, 2015:
Derivative Instrument | | Average notional amounts ($)* | |
Futures contracts — Long | | | 74,766,781 | | |
Futures contracts — Short | | | 50,203,672 | | |
Credit default swap contracts — buy protection | | | 5,000,000 | | |
Credit default swap contracts — sell protection | | | 500,000 | | |
Derivative Instrument | | Average market value ($)* | |
Options contracts — Purchased | | | 1,425,390 | | |
Options contracts — Written | | | (209,625 | ) | |
Derivative Instrument | | Average unrealized appreciation ($)* | | Average unrealized depreciation ($)* | |
Interest rate swap contracts | | | — | | | | (384,062 | ) | |
*Based on the ending quarterly outstanding amounts for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Asset- and Mortgage-Backed Securities
The Fund may invest in asset-backed and mortgage-backed securities. The maturity dates shown represent the original maturity of the underlying obligation. Actual maturity may vary based upon prepayment activity on these obligations. All, or a portion, of the obligation may be prepaid at any time because the underlying asset may be prepaid. As a result, decreasing market interest rates could result in an increased level of prepayment. An increased prepayment rate will have the effect of shortening the maturity of the security. Unless otherwise noted, the coupon rates presented are fixed rates.
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Delayed Delivery Securities
The Fund may trade securities on other than normal settlement terms, including securities purchased or sold on a "when-issued" basis. This may increase risk to the Fund since the other party to the transaction may fail to deliver, which could cause the Fund to subsequently invest at less advantageous prices. The Fund designates cash or liquid securities in an amount equal to the delayed delivery commitment.
Mortgage Dollar Roll Transactions
The Fund may enter into mortgage "dollar rolls" in which the Fund sells securities for delivery in the current month and simultaneously contracts with the same counterparty to repurchase similar but not identical securities (same type, coupon and maturity) on a specified future date. During the roll period, the Fund loses the right to receive principal and interest paid on the securities sold. However, the Fund will benefit because it receives negotiated amounts in the form of reductions of the purchase price for the future purchase plus the interest earned on the cash proceeds of the securities sold until the settlement date of the forward purchase. The Fund records the incremental difference between the forward purchase and sale of each forward roll as a realized gain or loss. Unless any realized gains exceed the income, capital appreciation, and gain or loss due to mortgage prepayments that would have been realized on the securities sold as part of the mortgage dollar roll, the use of this technique will diminish the investment performance of the Fund compared to what the performance would have been without the use of mortgage dollar rolls. All cash proceeds will be invested in instruments that are permissible investments for the Fund. The Fund identifies cash or liquid securities in an amount equal to the forward purchase price.
For financial reporting and tax purposes, the Fund treats "to be announced" mortgage dollar rolls as two separate
transactions, one involving the purchase of a security and a separate transaction involving a sale. These transactions may increase the Fund's portfolio turnover rate. The Fund does not currently enter into mortgage dollar rolls that are accounted for as financing transactions.
Mortgage dollar rolls involve the risk that the market value of the securities the Fund is obligated to repurchase may decline below the repurchase price, or that the counterparty may default on its obligations.
Interest Only and Principal Only Securities
The Fund may invest in Interest Only (IO) or Principal Only (PO) securities. IOs are stripped securities entitled to receive all of the security's interest, but none of its principal. IOs are particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates and therefore subject to greater fluctuations in price than typical interest bearing debt securities. IOs are also subject to credit risk because the Fund may not receive all or part of the interest payments if the issuer, obligor, guarantor or counterparty defaults on its obligation. Payments received for IOs are included in interest income on the Statement of Operations. Because no principal will be received at the maturity of an IO, adjustments are made to the cost of the security on a monthly basis until maturity. POs are stripped securities entitled to receive the principal from the underlying obligation, but not the interest. POs are particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates and therefore are subject to fluctuations in price. POs are also subject to credit risk because the Fund may not receive all or part of its principal if the issuer, obligor, guarantor or counterparty defaults on its obligation. The Fund may also invest in IO or PO stripped mortgage-backed securities. Payments received for POs are treated as reductions to the cost and par value of the securities.
Offsetting of Assets and Liabilities
The following table presents the Fund's gross and net amount of assets and liabilities available for offset under netting arrangements as well as any related collateral received or pledged by the Fund as of November 30, 2015:
| | Barclays ($) | | Goldman Sachs International ($) | | Morgan Stanley ($) | | TD Securities (USA) ($) | | Total ($) | |
Assets | |
Centrally cleared interest rate swap contracts(a) | | | — | | | | — | | | | 15,004 | | | | — | | | | 15,004 | | |
Options purchased puts | | | 783,349 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 783,349 | | |
Repurchase agreements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 5,000,000 | | | | 5,000,000 | | |
Total Assets | | | 783,349 | | | | — | | | | 15,004 | | | | 5,000,000 | | | | 5,798,353 | | |
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| | Barclays ($) | | Goldman Sachs International ($) | | Morgan Stanley ($) | | TD Securities (USA) ($) | | Total ($) | |
Liabilities | |
Centrally cleared credit default swap contracts(a) | | | — | | | | — | | | | 19,445 | | | | — | | | | 19,445 | | |
Centrally cleared interest rate swap contracts(a) | | | — | | | | — | | | | 67,374 | | | | — | | | | 67,374 | | |
Options contracts written | | | 419,250 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 419,250 | | |
OTC credit default swap contracts(b) | | | — | | | | 105,500 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 105,500 | | |
Total Liabilities | | | 419,250 | | | | 105,500 | | | | 86,819 | | | | — | | | | 611,569 | | |
Total Financial and Derivative Net Assets | | | 364,099 | | | | (105,500 | ) | | | (71,815 | ) | | | 5,000,000 | | | | 5,186,784 | | |
Total collateral received (pledged)(c) | | | 364,099 | | | | (105,500 | ) | | | (71,815 | ) | | | 5,000,000 | | | | 5,186,784 | | |
Net Amount(d) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | |
(a) Centrally cleared swaps are included within payable/receivable for variation margin on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
(b) Over-the-Counter Swap Contracts are presented at market value plus periodic payments receivable (payable), which is comprised of unrealized appreciation, unrealized depreciation, premiums paid and premiums received.
(c) In some instances, the actual collateral received and/or pledged may be more than the amount shown due to overcollateralization.
(d) Represents the net amount due from/(to) counterparties in the event of default.
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Interest income is recorded on an accrual basis. Market premiums and discounts, including original issue discounts, are amortized and accreted, respectively, over the expected life of the security on all debt securities, unless otherwise noted. The Fund classifies gains and losses realized on prepayments received on mortgage-backed securities as adjustments to interest income.
The Fund may place a debt security on non-accrual status and reduce related interest income when it becomes probable that the interest will not be collected and the amount of uncollectible interest can be reasonably estimated. A defaulted debt security is removed from non-accrual status when the issuer resumes interest payments or when collectibility of interest is reasonably assured.
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid monthly. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
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Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund's contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund's average daily net assets that declines from 0.65% to 0.535% as the Fund's net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.65% of the Fund's average daily net assets.
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $427,931, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $60,061.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company's expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $666.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund's liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of
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accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund's shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Class I shares do not pay transfer agency fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund's annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
Class A | | | 0.20 | % | |
Class C | | | 0.20 | | |
Class R4 | | | 0.20 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | | |
Class W | | | 0.20 | | |
Class Z | | | 0.20 | | |
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class's initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, no minimum account balance fees were charged by the Fund
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class A and Class W shares and a fee at
an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable to Class C shares. For Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $2,000 for Class C shares. These amounts are based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015, and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. To the extent the unreimbursed expense has been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is reduced.
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $15,721 for Class A and $2,287 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below) for the period disclosed below, unless sooner terminated at the sole discretion of the Board, so that the Fund's net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund's custodian, do not exceed the following annual rates as a percentage of the class' average daily net assets:
| | Fee Rates Contractual through September 30, 2016 | |
Class A | | | 1.00 | % | |
Class C | | | 1.75 | | |
Class I | | | 0.60 | | |
Class R4 | | | 0.75 | | |
Class R5 | | | 0.65 | | |
Class W | | | 1.00 | | |
Class Z | | | 0.75 | | |
Under the agreement governing these fee waivers and/or expense reimbursement arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with
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investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. This agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $334,151,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
Unrealized appreciation | | $ | 2,535,000 | | |
Unrealized depreciation | | | (7,817,000 | ) | |
Net unrealized depreciation | | $ | (5,282,000 | ) | |
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management's conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund's federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $1,357,709,735 and $1,332,175,376, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015, of which $1,308,152,741 and $1,277,917,819, respectively, were U.S. government securities. The amount of purchase and sale activity
impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, affiliated shareholders of record owned 95.4% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell
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investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
Derivatives Risk
Losses involving derivative instruments may be substantial, because a relatively small price movement in the underlying security(ies), commodity, currency or index or other instrument or asset may result in a substantial loss for the Fund. In addition to the potential for increased losses, the use of derivative instruments may lead to increased volatility within the Fund. Derivatives will typically increase the Fund's exposure to principal risks to which it is otherwise exposed, and may expose the Fund to additional risks, including correlation risk, counterparty risk, hedging risk, leverage risk and liquidity risk.
Credit Risk
Credit risk is the risk that the value of debt securities in the Fund's portfolio may decline because the issuer may default and fail to pay interest or repay principal when due. Rating agencies assign credit ratings to debt securities to indicate their credit risk. Lower rated or unrated debt securities held by the Fund may present increased credit risk as compared to higher-rated debt securities.
Interest Rate Risk
Interest rate risk is the risk of losses attributable to changes in interest rates. In general, if prevailing interest rates rise, the values of debt securities tend to fall, and if interest rates fall, the values of debt securities tend to rise. Actions by governments and central banking authorities can result in increases in interest rates. Increasing interest rates may negatively affect the value of debt securities held by the Fund, resulting in a negative impact on the Fund's performance and net asset value per share. In general, the longer the maturity or duration of a debt security, the greater its sensitivity to changes in interest rates.
Liquidity Risk
Liquidity risk is the risk associated with a lack of marketability of investments which may make it difficult to sell the investment at a desirable time or price. Changing regulatory, market or other conditions or environments (for example, the interest rate or credit
environments) may adversely affect the liquidity of the Fund's investments. The Fund may have to accept a lower selling price for the holding, sell other investments, or forego another, more appealing investment opportunity. Generally, the less liquid the market at the time the Fund sells a portfolio investment, the greater the risk of loss or decline of value to the Fund. A less liquid market can lead to an increase in Fund redemptions, which may negatively impact Fund performance and net asset value per share, including, for example, if the Fund is forced to sell securities in a down market.
High-Yield Securities Risk
Securities rated below investment grade (commonly called "high-yield" or "junk" bonds) and unrated securities of comparable quality expose the Fund to a greater risk of loss of principal and income than a fund that invests solely or primarily in investment grade securities. In addition, these investments have greater price fluctuations, are less liquid and are more likely to experience a default than higher-rated securities. High-yield securities are considered to be predominantly speculative with respect to the issuer's capacity to pay interest and repay principal.
Mortgage- and Other Asset-Backed Securities Risk
The value of any mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities held by the Fund may be affected by, among other things, changes or perceived changes in: interest rates; factors concerning the interests in and structure of the issuer or the originator of the mortgages or other assets; the creditworthiness of the entities that provide any supporting letters of credit, surety bonds or other credit enhancements; or the market's assessment of the quality of underlying assets. Payment of principal and interest on some mortgage-backed securities (but not the market value of the securities themselves) may be guaranteed by the full faith and credit of a particular U.S. Government agency, authority, enterprise or instrumentality, and some, but not all, are also insured or guaranteed by the U.S. Government. Mortgage-backed securities issued by non-governmental issuers (such as commercial banks, savings and loan institutions, private mortgage insurance companies, mortgage bankers and other secondary market issuers) may entail greater risk than obligations guaranteed by the U.S. Government. Mortgage- and other asset-backed securities are subject to prepayment risk, which is the possibility that the underlying mortgage or other asset may be refinanced or prepaid prior to maturity during periods of declining or
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low interest rates, causing the Fund to have to reinvest the money received in securities that have lower yields. Rising or high interest rates tend to extend the duration of mortgage- and other asset-backed securities, making their prices more volatile and more sensitive to changes in interest rates.
Non-Diversification Risk
A non-diversified fund is permitted to invest a greater percentage of its total assets in fewer issuers than a diversified fund. The Fund may, therefore, have a greater risk of loss from a few issuers than a similar fund that invests more broadly.
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 7 above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds' Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their
business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Mortgage Opportunities Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).
On an annual basis, the Fund's Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board's consideration of advisory agreements and the Board's legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management
The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.
The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer's organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management's ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board's evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund's and its service providers' compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity's ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund's other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no
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proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund's next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund's investment performance met expectations.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund's expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund's contribution to Columbia Management's profitability.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds' performance and expenses, and JDL's conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the "pricing philosophy" currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund's total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) approximated the peer universe's median expense ratio. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund's management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL's conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund's Form N-Q is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund's complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,
Today’s investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today’s complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.
At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today’s investors:
| n | | Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement |
Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today’s market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.
n | | Navigate a changing interest rate environment |
Today’s uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can attempt to help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market’s ups and downs.
n | | Maximize after-tax returns |
In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.
n | | Grow assets to achieve financial goals |
We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today’s market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.
n | | Ease the impact of volatile markets |
Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it’s important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.
Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.
The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.
Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.
Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
© 2016 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.
Semiannual Report 2015
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| | COLUMBIA COMMODITY STRATEGY FUND | | |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.
Semiannual Report 2015
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| | COLUMBIA COMMODITY STRATEGY FUND | | |
PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Performance Summary
n | | Columbia Commodity Strategy Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -19.78% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended November 30, 2015. |
n | | The Fund slightly underperformed its benchmark, the Bloomberg Commodity Index Total Return, which returned -19.66% for the same period. |
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Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015) | |
| | Inception | | 6 Months Cumulative | | | 1 Year | | | Life | |
Class A* | | 06/18/12 | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -19.78 | | | | -28.79 | | | | -14.48 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -24.44 | | | | -32.85 | | | | -15.64 | |
Class C* | | 06/18/12 | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -20.06 | | | | -29.23 | | | | -15.12 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -20.86 | | | | -29.93 | | | | -15.12 | |
Class I | | 07/28/11 | | | -19.78 | | | | -28.57 | | | | -14.17 | |
Class R* | | 06/18/12 | | | -19.90 | | | | -28.85 | | | | -14.68 | |
Class R4* | | 03/19/13 | | | -19.69 | | | | -28.61 | | | | -14.36 | |
Class R5* | | 01/08/14 | | | -19.63 | | | | -28.43 | | | | -14.35 | |
Class W | | 07/28/11 | | | -19.78 | | | | -28.69 | | | | -14.48 | |
Class Y* | | 10/01/14 | | | -19.60 | | | | -28.39 | | | | -14.38 | |
Class Z* | | 06/18/12 | | | -19.62 | | | | -28.49 | | | | -14.29 | |
Bloomberg Commodity Index Total Return | | | | | -19.66 | | | | -28.19 | | | | -14.94 | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% contingent deferred sales charge for the first year only. The Fund’s other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund’s prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
* | The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund’s oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class W shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information. |
The Bloomberg Commodity Index Total Return is a total return index based on the Bloomberg Commodity Index, which is a broadly diversified index composed of futures contracts on physical commodities that allows investors to track commodity futures through a single, simple measure.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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| | COLUMBIA COMMODITY STRATEGY FUND | | |
PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Portfolio Management
Threadneedle International Limited
David Donora
Nicolas Robin
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Commodities Market Exposure (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Commodities Futures Contracts(a) | | | | |
Agriculture | | | 33.7 | |
Energy | | | 32.5 | |
Industrial Metals | | | 12.0 | |
Livestock | | | 4.8 | |
Precious Metals | | | 17.0 | |
Total Notional Market Value of Commodities Futures Contracts | | | 100.0 | |
(a) | Reflects percentage of notional market value of commodities futures contracts. The notional exposure of a financial instrument is the nominal or face amount that is used to calculate payments made on that instrument and/or changes in value for the instrument. The notional exposure is a hypothetical underlying quantity upon which payment obligations are computed. Notional exposures provide a gauge for how the Fund may behave given changes in individual markets. Notional amounts for each commodities futures contract are shown in the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments. The notional amount of all outstanding commodities futures contracts is $31,723,332. For a description of the Fund’s investments in derivatives, see Investments in Derivatives following the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments and Note 2 to the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. |
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Portfolio Holdings (%) (at November 30, 2015) | | | | |
Money Market Funds | | | 92.0 | |
Other Assets & Liabilities | | | 8.0 | |
Total | | | 100.0 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon net assets. At period end, the Fund held an investment in an affiliated money market fund, which has been segregated to cover obligations relating to the Fund’s investments in open futures contracts which provide exposure to the commodities market. For a description of the Fund’s investment in derivatives, see Investments in Derivatives following the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments and Note 2 to the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND’S EXPENSES
(Unaudited)
As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund’s Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the “Actual” column is calculated using the Fund’s actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the “Actual” column. The amount listed in the “Hypothetical” column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund’s actual return) and then applies the Fund’s actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See “Compare With Other Funds” below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
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| | Account Value at the Beginning of the Period ($) | | | Account Value at the End of the Period ($) | | | Expenses Paid During the Period ($) | | | Fund’s Annualized Expense Ratio (%) | |
| | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 802.20 | | | | 1,018.10 | | | | 6.47 | | | | 7.24 | | | | 1.42 | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 799.40 | | | | 1,014.30 | | | | 9.87 | | | | 11.05 | | | | 2.17 | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 802.20 | | | | 1,020.12 | | | | 4.65 | | | | 5.21 | | | | 1.02 | |
Class R | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 801.00 | | | | 1,016.83 | | | | 7.60 | | | | 8.51 | | | | 1.67 | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 803.10 | | | | 1,019.36 | | | | 5.33 | | | | 5.97 | | | | 1.17 | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 803.70 | | | | 1,019.97 | | | | 4.79 | | | | 5.36 | | | | 1.05 | |
Class W | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 802.20 | | | | 1,018.10 | | | | 6.47 | | | | 7.24 | | | | 1.42 | |
Class Y | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 804.00 | | | | 1,020.17 | | | | 4.60 | | | | 5.16 | | | | 1.01 | |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 803.80 | | | | 1,019.36 | | | | 5.33 | | | | 5.97 | | | | 1.17 | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund’s most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.
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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
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Money Market Funds 92.0% | |
| | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(a)(b) | | | 29,163,044 | | | | 29,163,044 | |
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Total Money Market Funds | | | | | | | 29,163,044 | |
(Cost: $29,163,044) | | | | | | | | |
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Total Investments | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $29,163,044) | | | | | | | 29,163,044 | |
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Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | | | 2,535,047 | |
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Net Assets | | | | | | | 31,698,091 | |
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At November 30, 2015, cash totaling $2,602,636 was pledged as collateral.
Investments in Derivatives
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Contract Description | | Number of Contracts | | | Trading Currency | | | Notional Market Value ($) | | | Expiration Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation ($) | | | Unrealized Depreciation ($) | |
BRENT CRUDE FUTR | | | 53 | | | | USD | | | | 2,397,720 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | | | | | (145,913 | ) |
COFFEE ‘C’ FUTURE | | | 1 | | | | USD | | | | 44,869 | | | | 03/2016 | | | | | | | | (642 | ) |
COFFEE ‘C’ FUTURE | | | 12 | | | | USD | | | | 538,425 | | | | 03/2016 | | | | | | | | (1,560 | ) |
COPPER FUTURE | | | 27 | | | | USD | | | | 1,387,125 | | | | 05/2016 | | | | | | | | (118,573 | ) |
CORN FUTURE | | | 14 | | | | USD | | | | 260,575 | | | | 03/2016 | | | | | | | | (2,684 | ) |
CORN FUTURE | | | 125 | | | | USD | | | | 2,326,562 | | | | 03/2016 | | | | | | | | (4,803 | ) |
COTTON NO.2 FUTR | | | 2 | | | | USD | | | | 62,640 | | | | 03/2016 | | | | 512 | | | | | |
COTTON NO.2 FUTR | | | 17 | | | | USD | | | | 532,440 | | | | 03/2016 | | | | 4,540 | | | | | |
GASOLINE RBOB FUT | | | 48 | | | | USD | | | | 2,634,710 | | | | 12/2015 | | | | | | | | (64,368 | ) |
GOLD 100 OZ FUTR | | | 38 | | | | USD | | | | 4,048,140 | | | | 02/2016 | | | | | | | | (83,341 | ) |
KC HRW WHEAT FUT | | | 1 | | | | USD | | | | 23,638 | | | | 03/2016 | | | | | | | | (854 | ) |
KC HRW WHEAT FUT | | | 13 | | | | USD | | | | 307,288 | | | | 03/2016 | | | | | | | | (7,977 | ) |
LEAN HOGS FUTURE | | | 2 | | | | USD | | | | 45,440 | | | | 02/2016 | | | | 251 | | | | | |
LEAN HOGS FUTURE | | | 20 | | | | USD | | | | 454,400 | | | | 02/2016 | | | | | | | | (2,006 | ) |
LIVE CATTLE FUTR | | | 1 | | | | USD | | | | 52,940 | | | | 02/2016 | | | | | | | | (724 | ) |
LIVE CATTLE FUTR | | | 18 | | | | USD | | | | 952,920 | | | | 02/2016 | | | | | | | | (13,188 | ) |
LME NICKEL FUTURE | | | 5 | | | | USD | | | | 266,490 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | | | | | (39,220 | ) |
LME NICKEL FUTURE | | | 1 | | | | USD | | | | 53,298 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | | | | | (10,616 | ) |
LME NICKEL FUTURE | | | 2 | | | | USD | | | | 106,596 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | | | | | (19,204 | ) |
LME PRI ALUM FUTR | | | 9 | | | | USD | | | | 326,194 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | | | | | (21,557 | ) |
LME PRI ALUM FUTR | | | 13 | | | | USD | | | | 471,169 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | | | | | (41,980 | ) |
LME PRI ALUM FUTR | | | 8 | | | | USD | | | | 289,950 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | | | | | (29,662 | ) |
LME PRI ALUM FUTR | | | 8 | | | | USD | | | | 289,950 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | | | | | (29,316 | ) |
LME ZINC FUTURE | | | 16 | | | | USD | | | | 628,900 | | | | 05/2016 | | | | | | | | (27,478 | ) |
NATURAL GAS FUTR | | | 130 | | | | USD | | | | 2,905,500 | | | | 12/2015 | | | | | | | | (760,334 | ) |
NY Harb ULSD FUT | | | 19 | | | | USD | | | | 1,134,357 | | | | 04/2016 | | | | | | | | (79,379 | ) |
SILVER FUTURE | | | 19 | | | | USD | | | | 1,338,170 | | | | 03/2016 | | | | | | | | (30,167 | ) |
SOYBEAN FUTURE | | | 4 | | | | USD | | | | 176,200 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | 2,933 | | | | | |
SOYBEAN FUTURE | | | 40 | | | | USD | | | | 1,762,000 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | | | | | (15,391 | ) |
SOYBEAN MEAL FUTR | | | 3 | | | | USD | | | | 85,590 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | | | | | (2,773 | ) |
SOYBEAN MEAL FUTR | | | 30 | | | | USD | | | | 855,900 | | | | 01/2016 | | | | | | | | (70,042 | ) |
SOYBEAN OIL FUTR | | | 5 | | | | USD | | | | 89,550 | | | | 05/2016 | | | | 3,987 | | | | | |
SOYBEAN OIL FUTR | | | 49 | | | | USD | | | | 877,590 | | | | 05/2016 | | | | 42,574 | | | | | |
SUGAR #11 (WORLD) | | | 10 | | | | USD | | | | 161,952 | | | | 04/2016 | | | | 8,583 | | | | | |
SUGAR #11 (WORLD) | | | 95 | | | | USD | | | | 1,538,544 | | | | 04/2016 | | | | 111,836 | | | | | |
WHEAT FUTURE(CBT) | | | 4 | | | | USD | | | | 95,100 | | | | 03/2016 | | | | | | | | (6,017 | ) |
WHEAT FUTURE(CBT) | | | 40 | | | | USD | | | | 951,000 | | | | 03/2016 | | | | | | | | (58,961 | ) |
WTI CRUDE FUTURE | | | 30 | | | | USD | | | | 1,249,500 | | | | 12/2015 | | | | | | | | (23,619 | ) |
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Total | | | | | | | | | | | 31,723,332 | | | | | | | | 175,216 | | | | (1,712,349 | ) |
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The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
Notes to Consolidated Portfolio of Investments
(a) | The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015. |
(b) | As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the 1940 Act), an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company’s outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Although the Fund is not subject to the requirements of the 1940 Act, the Fund generally complies with the same definition as set forth in the rule. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows: |
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Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | | Purchase Cost ($) | | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | | Ending Cost ($) | | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 50,237,239 | | | | 32,309,636 | | | | (53,383,831 | ) | | | 29,163,044 | | | | 28,178 | | | | 29,163,044 | |
Currency Legend
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund’s assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment’s level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset’s or liability’s fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
n | | Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments. |
n | | Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.). |
n | | Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments). |
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment’s fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager’s Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager’s organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments at November 30, 2015:
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| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets ($) | | | Level 2 Other Significant Observable Inputs ($) | | | Level 3 Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | | Total ($) | |
Investments | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 29,163,044 | | | | — | | | | 29,163,044 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Investments | | | — | | | | 29,163,044 | | | | — | | | | 29,163,044 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Derivatives | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Assets | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Futures Contracts | | | 175,216 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 175,216 | |
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Liabilities | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Futures Contracts | | | (1,712,349 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (1,712,349 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | (1,537,133 | ) | | | 29,163,044 | | | | — | | | | 27,625,911 | |
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See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The Fund’s assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are valued based upon utilizing observable market inputs, in which a security’s value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available.
Derivative instruments are valued at unrealized appreciation (depreciation).
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
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Transfers In | | Transfers Out |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) |
— | | 50,237,239 | | 50,237,239 | | — |
| | | | | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Assets | | | | |
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Investments, at value | | | | |
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Affiliated issuers (identified cost $29,163,044) | | | $29,163,044 | |
| |
Margin deposits | | | 2,602,636 | |
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Receivable for: | | | | |
| |
Capital shares sold | | | 11 | |
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Dividends | | | 4,294 | |
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Variation margin | | | 152,518 | |
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Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager | | | 189 | |
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Prepaid expenses | | | 2,225 | |
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Other assets | | | 5,817 | |
| |
Total assets | | | 31,930,734 | |
| |
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Liabilities | | | | |
| |
Payable for: | | | | |
| |
Capital shares purchased | | | 80 | |
| |
Variation margin | | | 184,822 | |
| |
Investment management fees | | | 1,643 | |
| |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 66 | |
| |
Transfer agent fees | | | 360 | |
| |
Compensation of board members | | | 15,285 | |
| |
Audit fees | | | 19,173 | |
| |
Other expenses | | | 11,214 | |
| |
Total liabilities | | | 232,643 | |
| |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $31,698,091 | |
| |
| |
Represented by | | | | |
| |
Paid-in capital | | | $58,673,977 | |
| |
Undistributed net investment income | | | 508,024 | |
| |
Accumulated net realized loss | | | (25,946,777 | ) |
| |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
| |
Futures contracts | | | (1,537,133 | ) |
| |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $31,698,091 | |
| |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Class A | |
| |
Net assets | | | $2,189,591 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 431,769 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $5.07 | |
| |
Maximum offering price per share(a) | | | $5.38 | |
| |
Class C | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $208,348 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 42,193 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $4.94 | |
| |
Class I | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $27,943,444 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 5,422,847 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $5.15 | |
| |
Class R | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $86,085 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 17,128 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $5.03 | |
| |
Class R4 | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $751,719 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 146,202 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $5.14 | |
| |
Class R5 | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $1,580 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 306 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $5.16 | |
| |
Class W | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $1,504 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 297 | |
| |
Net asset value per share(b) | | | $5.07 | |
| |
Class Y | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $1,677 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 325 | |
| |
Net asset value per share(b) | | | $5.17 | |
| |
Class Z | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $514,143 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 100,501 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $5.12 | |
| |
(a) | The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%. |
(b) | Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding. |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Net investment income | | | | |
| |
Income: | | | | |
| |
Dividends — affiliated issuers | | | $28,178 | |
| |
Total income | | | 28,178 | |
| |
| |
Expenses: | | | | |
| |
Investment management fees | | | 134,394 | |
| |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | | |
| |
Class A | | | 3,732 | |
| |
Class C | | | 1,245 | |
| |
Class R | | | 251 | |
| |
Class W | | | 2 | |
| |
Transfer agent fees | | | | |
| |
Class A | | | 2,414 | |
| |
Class C | | | 201 | |
| |
Class R | | | 81 | |
| |
Class R4 | | | 514 | |
| |
Class W | | | 2 | |
| |
Class Z | | | 416 | |
| |
Compensation of board members | | | 4,910 | |
| |
Custodian fees | | | 2,252 | |
| |
Printing and postage fees | | | 4,040 | |
| |
Registration fees | | | 48,997 | |
| |
Audit fees | | | 15,413 | |
| |
Legal fees | | | 3,478 | |
| |
Other | | | 8,310 | |
| |
Total expenses | | | 230,652 | |
| |
Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates | | | (4,264 | ) |
| |
Total net expenses | | | 226,388 | |
| |
Net investment loss | | | (198,210 | ) |
| |
| |
Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | | | | |
| |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | | | | |
| |
Futures contracts | | | (8,221,366 | ) |
| |
Net realized loss | | | (8,221,366 | ) |
| |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
| |
Futures contracts | | | (300,728 | ) |
| |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (300,728 | ) |
| |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (8,522,094 | ) |
| |
Net decrease in net assets from operations | | | $(8,720,304 | ) |
| |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
Operations | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment loss | | | $(198,210 | ) | | | $(328,838 | ) |
| | |
Net realized loss | | | (8,221,366 | ) | | | (8,764,851 | ) |
| | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (300,728 | ) | | | (455,071 | ) |
| |
Net decrease in net assets resulting from operations | | | (8,720,304 | ) | | | (9,548,760 | ) |
| |
Decrease in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (15,699,555 | ) | | | (3,103,399 | ) |
| |
Total decrease in net assets | | | (24,419,859 | ) | | | (12,652,159 | ) |
| | |
Net assets at beginning of period | | | 56,117,950 | | | | 68,770,109 | |
| |
Net assets at end of period | | | $31,698,091 | | | | $56,117,950 | |
| |
Undistributed net investment income | | | $508,024 | | | | $706,234 | |
| |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
| | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | | | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Class A shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 97,543 | | | | 555,222 | | | | 257,569 | | | | 1,788,825 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (170,661 | ) | | | (919,081 | ) | | | (146,464 | ) | | | (1,028,530 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (73,118 | ) | | | (363,859 | ) | | | 111,105 | | | | 760,295 | |
| |
Class C shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 3,557 | | | | 21,049 | | | | 32,200 | | | | 206,804 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (5,845 | ) | | | (31,974 | ) | | | (14,520 | ) | | | (103,395 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (2,288 | ) | | | (10,925 | ) | | | 17,680 | | | | 103,409 | |
| |
Class I shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 2,713,470 | | | | 16,841,866 | | | | 6,759,665 | | | | 43,634,780 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (5,309,222 | ) | | | (32,611,559 | ) | | | (6,081,922 | ) | | | (47,720,366 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (2,595,752 | ) | | | (15,769,693 | ) | | | 677,743 | | | | (4,085,586 | ) |
| |
Class R shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 1,736 | | | | 10,075 | | | | 3,059 | | | | 21,407 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (3,267 | ) | | | (19,718 | ) | | | (372 | ) | | | (2,592 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (1,531 | ) | | | (9,643 | ) | | | 2,687 | | | | 18,815 | |
| |
Class R4 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 89,823 | | | | 528,667 | | | | 67,191 | | | | 451,460 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (3,107 | ) | | | (18,483 | ) | | | (8,002 | ) | | | (50,985 | ) |
| |
Net increase | | | 86,716 | | | | 510,184 | | | | 59,189 | | | | 400,475 | |
| |
Class R5 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | — | | | | — | | | | 57,449 | | | | 452,138 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | — | | | | — | | | | (127,155 | ) | | | (900,733 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | — | | | | — | | | | (69,706 | ) | | | (448,595 | ) |
| |
Class Y shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | — | | | | — | | | | 325 | | | | 2,500 | |
| |
Net increase | | | — | | | | — | | | | 325 | | | | 2,500 | |
| |
Class Z shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 81,289 | | | | 487,809 | | | | 28,954 | | | | 191,183 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (89,466 | ) | | | (543,428 | ) | | | (6,391 | ) | | | (45,895 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (8,177 | ) | | | (55,619 | ) | | | 22,563 | | | | 145,288 | |
| |
Total net increase (decrease) | | | (2,594,150 | ) | | | (15,699,555 | ) | | | 821,586 | | | | (3,103,399 | ) |
| |
(a) | Class Y shares are based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund’s financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund’s portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class A | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.32 | | | | $8.57 | | | | $8.52 | | | | $8.50 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.21 | ) | | | (2.17 | ) | | | 0.14 | (b) | | | 0.10 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (1.25 | ) | | | (2.25 | ) | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.02 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $5.07 | | | | $6.32 | | | | $8.57 | | | | $8.52 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (19.78 | %) | | | (26.25 | %) | | | 0.59 | % | | | 0.24 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.48 | %(d) | | | 1.51 | % | | | 1.34 | % | | | 1.25 | %(d) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.42 | %(d) | | | 1.27 | % | | | 1.16 | % | | | 1.14 | %(d) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (1.28 | %)(d) | | | (1.17 | %) | | | (1.07 | %) | | | (1.02 | %)(d) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $2,190 | | | | $3,193 | | | | $3,376 | | | | $3,780 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Consolidated Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from June 18, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Consolidated Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class C | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.18 | | | | $8.45 | | | | $8.46 | | | | $8.50 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.18 | ) | | | (2.14 | ) | | | 0.14 | (b) | | | 0.11 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (1.24 | ) | | | (2.27 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $4.94 | | | | $6.18 | | | | $8.45 | | | | $8.46 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (20.06 | %) | | | (26.86 | %) | | | (0.12 | %) | | | (0.47 | %) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 2.23 | %(d) | | | 2.26 | % | | | 2.10 | % | | | 2.01 | %(d) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 2.17 | %(d) | | | 2.02 | % | | | 1.91 | % | | | 1.90 | %(d) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (2.03 | %)(d) | | | (1.93 | %) | | | (1.82 | %) | | | (1.77 | %)(d) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $208 | | | | $275 | | | | $226 | | | | $145 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Consolidated Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from June 18, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Consolidated Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class I | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.42 | | | | $8.67 | | | | $8.59 | | | | $8.50 | | | | $10.00 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.24 | ) | | | (2.19 | ) | | | 0.14 | (b) | | | 0.14 | (b) | | | (1.46 | ) |
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Total from investment operations | | | (1.27 | ) | | | (2.25 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.09 | | | | (1.50 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $5.15 | | | | $6.42 | | | | $8.67 | | | | $8.59 | | | | $8.50 | |
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Total return | | | (19.78 | %) | | | (25.95 | %) | | | 0.93 | % | | | 1.06 | % | | | (15.00 | %) |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.04 | %(d) | | | 1.11 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 1.62 | %(d) |
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Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.02 | %(d) | | | 0.91 | % | | | 0.77 | % | | | 0.70 | % | | | 0.70 | %(d) |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.89 | %)(d) | | | (0.81 | %) | | | (0.68 | %) | | | (0.57 | %) | | | (0.56 | %)(d) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $27,943 | | | | $51,453 | | | | $63,676 | | | | $83,816 | | | | $24,576 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from July 28, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Consolidated Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.28 | | | | $8.53 | | | | $8.50 | | | | $8.50 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.21 | ) | | | (2.15 | ) | | | 0.14 | (b) | | | 0.11 | (b) |
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Total from investment operations | | | (1.25 | ) | | | (2.25 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | — | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $5.03 | | | | $6.28 | | | | $8.53 | | | | $8.50 | |
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Total return | | | (19.90 | %) | | | (26.38 | %) | | | 0.35 | % | | | (0.00 | %) |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.72 | %(d) | | | 1.76 | % | | | 1.60 | % | | | 1.52 | %(d) |
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Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.67 | %(d) | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.42 | % | | | 1.38 | %(d) |
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Net investment loss | | | (1.53 | %)(d) | | | (1.42 | %) | | | (1.33 | %) | | | (1.25 | %)(d) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $86 | | | | $117 | | | | $136 | | | | $120 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from June 18, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Consolidated Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R4 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.40 | | | | $8.65 | | | | $8.59 | | | | $9.14 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.23 | ) | | | (2.18 | ) | | | 0.13 | (b) | | | (0.54 | ) |
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Total from investment operations | | | (1.26 | ) | | | (2.25 | ) | | | 0.06 | | | | (0.55 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $5.14 | | | | $6.40 | | | | $8.65 | | | | $8.59 | |
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Total return | | | (19.69 | %) | | | (26.01 | %) | | | 0.70 | % | | | (6.02 | %) |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.26 | %(d) | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 0.92 | %(d) |
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Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.17 | %(d) | | | 1.02 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.90 | %(d) |
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Net investment loss | | | (1.03 | %)(d) | | | (1.00 | %) | | | (0.86 | %) | | | (0.78 | %)(d) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $752 | | | | $381 | | | | $3 | | | | $2 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from March 19, 2013 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Consolidated Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R5 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.42 | | | | $8.68 | | | | $8.16 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.24 | ) | | | (2.20 | ) | | | 0.55 | (b) |
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Total from investment operations | | | (1.26 | ) | | | (2.26 | ) | | | 0.52 | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $5.16 | | | | $6.42 | | | | $8.68 | |
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Total return | | | (19.63 | %) | | | (26.04 | %) | | | 6.37 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.06 | %(d) | | | 1.18 | % | | | 1.16 | %(d) |
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Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.05 | %(d) | | | 0.96 | % | | | 0.87 | %(d) |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.84 | %)(d) | | | (0.78 | %) | | | (0.77 | %)(d) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $2 | | | | $2 | | | | $608 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from January 8, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Consolidated Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class W | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.32 | | | | $8.57 | | | | $8.53 | | | | $8.47 | | | | $10.00 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.21 | ) | | | (2.17 | ) | | | 0.13 | (b) | | | 0.15 | (b) | | | (1.45 | ) |
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Total from investment operations | | | (1.25 | ) | | | (2.25 | ) | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.06 | | | | (1.53 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $5.07 | | | | $6.32 | | | | $8.57 | | | | $8.53 | | | | $8.47 | |
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Total return | | | (19.78 | %) | | | (26.25 | %) | | | 0.47 | % | | | 0.71 | % | | | (15.30 | %) |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.47 | %(d) | | | 1.51 | % | | | 1.32 | % | | | 1.51 | % | | | 2.76 | %(d) |
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Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.42 | %(d) | | | 1.27 | % | | | 1.16 | % | | | 1.15 | % | | | 1.15 | %(d) |
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Net investment loss | | | (1.21 | %)(d) | | | (1.14 | %) | | | (1.10 | %) | | | (0.98 | %) | | | (0.99 | %)(d) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $2 | | | | $2 | | | | $3 | | | | $2 | | | | $2 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from July 28, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Consolidated Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended | |
Class Y | | | (Unaudited) | | | | May 31, 2015(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.43 | | | | $7.70 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment loss | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (1.24 | ) | | | (1.23 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (1.26 | ) | | | (1.27 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $5.17 | | | | $6.43 | |
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Total return | | | (19.60 | %) | | | (16.49 | %) |
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Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.02 | %(c) | | | 1.33 | %(c) |
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Total net expenses(d) | | | 1.01 | %(c) | | | 0.97 | %(c) |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.81 | %)(c) | | | (0.80 | %)(c) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $2 | | | | $2 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(d) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class Z | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.37 | | | | $8.62 | | | | $8.54 | | | | $8.50 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.22 | ) | | | (2.18 | ) | | | 0.15 | (b) | | | 0.10 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (1.25 | ) | | | (2.25 | ) | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.04 | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $5.12 | | | | $6.37 | | | | $8.62 | | | | $8.54 | |
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Total return | | | (19.62 | %) | | | (26.10 | %) | | | 0.94 | % | | | 0.47 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.21 | %(d) | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.12 | % | | | 1.05 | %(d) |
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Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.17 | %(d) | | | 1.02 | % | | | 0.92 | % | | | 0.90 | %(d) |
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Net investment loss | | | (1.03 | %)(d) | | | (0.92 | %) | | | (0.83 | %) | | | (0.77 | %)(d) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $514 | | | | $693 | | | | $742 | | | | $25 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % | | | 0 | % |
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from June 18, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Consolidated Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 1. Organization
Columbia Commodity Strategy Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Basis for Consolidation
CCSF Offshore Fund, Ltd. (the Subsidiary) is a Cayman Islands exempted company and wholly-owned subsidiary of the Fund. The Subsidiary acts as an investment vehicle in order to effect certain investment strategies consistent with the Fund’s investment objective and policies as stated in its current prospectus and statement of additional information. In accordance with the Memorandum and Articles of Association of the Subsidiary (the Articles), the Fund owns the sole issued share of the Subsidiary and retains all rights associated with such share, including the right to receive notice of, attend and vote at general meetings of the Subsidiary, rights in a winding-up or repayment of capital and the right to participate in the profits or assets of the Subsidiary. The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the consolidated Fund and the respective Subsidiary. Subsequent references to the Fund within the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements collectively refer to the Fund and the Subsidiary. All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in the consolidation process.
At November 30, 2015, the Subsidiary financial statement information is as follows:
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Subsidiary % of consolidated fund net assets | | | 15.01 | % |
Subsidiary net assets | | | $4,758,051 | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | (20,117 | ) |
Net realized gain (loss) | | | (8,222,327 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (300,728 | ) |
The consolidated financial statements (financial statements) present the portfolio holdings, financial position and results of operations of the Fund and the Subsidiary on a consolidated basis.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class C, Class I, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class W, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights,
each share class votes separately when required by the Trust’s organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.
Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Futures and options on futures contracts are valued based upon the settlement price at the close of regular trading on their principal exchanges or, in the absence of transactions, at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition,
investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund’s Portfolio of Investments.
Derivative Instruments
The Fund invests in certain derivative instruments, as detailed below, to meet its investment objectives. Derivatives are instruments whose values depend on, or are derived from, in whole or in part, the value of one or more securities, currencies, commodities, indices, or other assets or instruments. Derivatives may be used to increase investment flexibility (including to maintain cash reserves while maintaining desired exposure to certain assets), for risk management (hedging) purposes, to facilitate trading, to reduce transaction costs and to pursue higher investment returns. The Fund may also use derivative instruments to mitigate certain investment risks, such as foreign currency exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and credit risk. Derivatives may involve various risks, including the potential inability of the counterparty to fulfill its obligation under the terms of the contract, the potential for an illiquid secondary market (making it difficult for the Fund to sell, including at favorable prices) and the potential for market movements which may expose the Fund to gains or losses in excess of the amount shown in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities. The notional amounts of derivative instruments, if applicable, are not recorded in the financial statements.
A derivative instrument may suffer a marked-to-market loss if the value of the contract decreases due to an unfavorable change in the market rates or values of the underlying instrument. Losses can also occur if the counterparty does not perform under the contract. The Fund’s risk of loss from counterparty credit risk on over-the-counter derivatives is generally limited to the aggregate unrealized gain netted against any collateral held by the Fund and the amount of any variation margin held by the counterparty. With exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives, there is reduced counterparty credit risk to the Fund since the exchange’s clearinghouse, as counterparty to such instruments, guarantees against a possible default. The clearinghouse stands between the buyer and the seller of the contract; therefore, the counterparty credit risk is failure of the clearinghouse. However, credit risk still exists in exchange-traded or centrally cleared derivatives with respect to initial and variation margin that is held in a broker’s customer account. While brokers are required to segregate customer margin from their own assets, in the event that a broker becomes insolvent or goes into
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bankruptcy and at that time there is a shortfall in the aggregate amount of margin held by the broker for all its clients, U.S. bankruptcy laws will typically allocate that shortfall on a pro-rata basis across all the broker’s customers (including the Fund), potentially resulting in losses to the Fund.
In order to better define its contractual rights and to secure rights that will help the Fund mitigate its counterparty risk, the Fund may enter into an International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreement (ISDA Master Agreement) or similar agreement with its derivatives contract counterparties. An ISDA Master Agreement is an agreement between the Fund and a counterparty that governs over-the-counter derivatives and forward foreign currency exchange contracts and typically contains, among other things, collateral posting terms and netting provisions in the event of a default and/or termination event. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund may, under certain circumstances, offset with the counterparty certain derivative instrument’s payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment. The provisions of the ISDA Master Agreement typically permit a single net payment in the event of default (close-out netting) including the bankruptcy or insolvency of the counterparty. Note, however, that bankruptcy or insolvency laws of a particular jurisdiction may impose restrictions on or prohibitions against the right of offset in bankruptcy, insolvency or other events.
Collateral (margin) requirements differ by type of derivative. Margin requirements are established by the exchange or clearinghouse for exchange-traded and centrally cleared derivatives. Brokers can ask for margin in excess of the minimum in certain circumstances. Collateral terms are contract specific for over-the-counter derivatives. For over-the-counter derivatives traded under an ISDA Master Agreement, the collateral requirements are typically calculated by netting the marked-to-market amount for each transaction under such agreement and comparing that amount to the value of any variation margin currently pledged by the Fund and/or the counterparty. Generally, the amount of collateral due from or to a party has to exceed a minimum transfer amount threshold (e.g., $500,000) before a transfer has to be made. To the extent amounts due to the Fund from its counterparties are not fully collateralized, contractually or otherwise, the Fund bears the risk of loss from counterparty nonperformance. The Fund attempts to mitigate counterparty risk by only entering into agreements with counterparties that it believes have the
financial resources to honor their obligations and by monitoring the financial stability of those counterparties.
Certain ISDA Master Agreements allow counterparties to over-the-counter derivatives transactions to terminate derivatives contracts prior to maturity in the event the Fund’s net asset value declines by a stated percentage over a specified time period or if the Fund fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement, which would cause the Fund to accelerate payment of any net liability owed to the counterparty. The Fund also has termination rights if the counterparty fails to meet certain terms of the ISDA Master Agreement. In addition to considering counterparty credit risk, the Fund would consider terminating the derivatives contracts based on whether termination would result in a net liability owed from the counterparty.
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Futures Contracts
Futures contracts are exchange traded and represent commitments for the future purchase or sale of an asset at a specified price on a specified date. The Fund bought and sold futures contracts to manage exposure to commodities markets. These instruments may be used for other purposes in future periods. Upon entering into futures contracts, the Fund bears risks that it may not achieve the anticipated benefits of the futures contracts and may realize a loss. Additional risks include counterparty credit risk, the possibility of an illiquid market, and that a change in the value of the contract or option may not correlate with changes in the value of the underlying asset.
Upon entering into a futures contract, the Fund pledges cash or securities with the broker in an amount sufficient to meet the initial margin requirement. The initial margin deposit must be maintained at an established level over the life of the contract. Cash deposited as initial margin is recorded in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities as margin deposits. Securities deposited as initial margin are designated in the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received by the Fund each day. The variation margin payments are equal to the daily change in the contract value and are recorded as variation margin receivable or payable and are offset in unrealized gains or losses. The Fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the contract is closed or expires. Futures contracts
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
involve, to varying degrees, risk of loss in excess of the variation margin disclosed in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Effects of Derivative Transactions in the Financial Statements
The following tables are intended to provide additional information about the effect of derivatives on the financial statements of the Fund, including: the fair value of derivatives by risk category and the location of those fair values in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities; and the impact of derivative transactions over the period in the Consolidated Statement of Operations, including realized and unrealized gains (losses). The derivative instrument schedules following the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments present additional information regarding derivative instruments outstanding at the end of the period, if any.
The following table is a summary of the fair value of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) at November 30, 2015:
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Risk Exposure Category | | Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | | Fair Value ($) | |
Commodity-related investment risk | | Net assets — unrealized appreciation on futures contracts | | | 175,216 | * |
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Risk Exposure Category | | Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | | Fair Value ($) | |
Commodity-related investment risk | | Net assets — unrealized depreciation on futures contracts | | | 1,712,349 | * |
* | Includes cumulative appreciation (depreciation) as reported in the tables following the Consolidated Portfolio of Investments. Only the current day’s variation margin is reported in receivables or payables in the Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities. |
The following table indicates the effect of derivative instruments (not considered to be hedging instruments for accounting disclosure purposes) in the Consolidated Statement of Operations for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
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Amount of Realized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Futures Contracts ($) | |
Commodity-related investment risk | | | (8,221,366 | ) |
Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) on Derivatives Recognized in Income | |
Risk Exposure Category | | Futures Contracts ($) | |
Commodity-related investment risk | | | (300,728 | ) |
The following table provides a summary of the average outstanding volume by derivative instrument for the six months ended November 30 , 2015:
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Futures contracts — Long | | | 33,920,485 | |
* | Based on the ending quarterly outstanding amounts for the six months ended November 30, 2015. |
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Consolidated Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed along with the income distribution. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust’s organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund’s contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as
administrative and accounting services. The Investment Manager is responsible for the ultimate oversight of investments made by the Fund. The Fund’s subadviser (see Subadvisory Agreement below) has the primary responsibility for the day-to-day portfolio management of the Fund. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund’s average daily net assets that declines from 0.63% to 0.49% as the Fund’s net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.63% of the Fund’s average daily net assets.
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $87,216, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $12,686.
Subadvisory Agreement
The Investment Manager has entered into a Subadvisory Agreement with Threadneedle International Limited (Threadneedle), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, to serve as the subadviser to the Fund. The Investment Manager compensates Threadneedle to manage the investment of the Fund’s assets.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company’s expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $549.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of
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their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund’s liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund’s shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund’s annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
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Class A | | | 0.16 | % |
Class C | | | 0.16 | |
Class R | | | 0.16 | |
Class R4 | | | 0.16 | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | |
Class W | | | 0.19 | |
Class Z | | | 0.16 | |
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class’s initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, no minimum account balance fees were charged by the Fund.
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A and Class W shares, a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.50% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares (of which up to 0.25% may be used for shareholder services) and a fee at an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C shares. For Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $2,000 for Class C shares. These amounts are based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015, and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. To the extent the unreimbursed expense has been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is reduced.
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $5,220 for Class A and $219 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund’s net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund’s custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:
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Class A | | | 1.44 | % | | | 1.41 | % |
Class C | | | 2.19 | | | | 2.16 | |
Class I | | | 1.08 | | | | 1.09 | |
Class R | | | 1.69 | | | | 1.66 | |
Class R4 | | | 1.19 | | | | 1.16 | |
Class R5 | | | 1.13 | | | | 1.14 | |
Class W | | | 1.44 | | | | 1.41 | |
Class Y | | | 1.08 | | | | 1.09 | |
Class Z | | | 1.19 | | | | 1.16 | |
The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $59,415,340 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
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Unrealized depreciation | | | (27,656,740 | ) |
Net unrealized depreciation | | | $(27,656,740 | ) |
Under current tax rules, regulated investment companies can elect to treat certain late-year ordinary losses incurred and post-October capital losses (capital losses realized after October 31) as arising on the first day of the following taxable year. The Fund has elected to treat late-year ordinary losses of $118,327 at May 31, 2015 as arising on June 1, 2015.
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management’s conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund’s federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, there were no purchases or proceeds from the sale of securities other than short-term investment transactions and derivative activity, if any. Only the amount of long-term security purchases and sales activity, excluding derivatives, impacts the portfolio turnover reported in the Consolidated Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund significantly invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of
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shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, affiliated shareholders of record owned 92.0% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
Commodity-Related Investment Risk
The value of commodities investments will generally be affected by overall market movements and factors specific to a particular industry or commodity, which may include demand for the commodity, weather, embargoes, tariffs, and economic health, political, international, regulatory and other developments. Exposure to commodities and commodities markets may subject the value of the Fund’s investments to greater volatility than
other types of investments. Commodities investments may also subject the Fund to counterparty risk and liquidity risk. The Fund may make commodity-related investments through one or more wholly-owned subsidiaries organized outside the U.S. that are generally not subject to U.S. laws (including securities laws) and their protections.
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 7 above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds’ Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Commodity Strategy Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under a Subadvisory Agreement (the Subadvisory Agreement) between Columbia Management and Threadneedle International Limited (the Subadviser), an affiliate of Columbia Management, the Subadviser has provided portfolio management and related services for the Fund.
On an annual basis, the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreement (together, the Advisory Agreements). Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board’s consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board’s legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadviser
The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadviser, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.
With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, detailed information regarding the process employed by Columbia Management for selecting and overseeing affiliated and unaffiliated subadvisers. The Board took into account the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management’s ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board’s evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund’s and its service providers’ compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad
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scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund’s next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
With respect to the Subadviser, the Board observed that it had previously approved the Subadviser’s code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered the Subadviser’s organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered the Subadviser’s capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the Subadvisory Agreement. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement, including the scope of services required to be performed. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreement are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. It was observed that no material changes were recommended to the Subadvisory Agreement.
Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that the Subadviser was in a position to provide quality services to the Fund.
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed the Fund’s underperformance for certain periods, noting certain refinements in the investment process and recent improvements in performance.
Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of the Subadviser and Columbia Management’s process for monitoring the Subadviser. The Board considered, in particular, management’s rationale for recommending the continued retention of the Subadviser.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadviser from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund’s expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund’s contribution to Columbia Management’s profitability.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in the Board’s analysis of the Funds’ performance and expenses, and JDL’s conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the “pricing philosophy” currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund’s total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was slightly above the peer universe’s median expense ratio.
Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to the Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee
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level for the Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadviser to other client accounts. Based on its reviews, including recommendations from JDL, the Board concluded that the Fund’s investment management and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL’s conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund’s Form N-Q is available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC’s Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund’s complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
You may obtain the current net asset value (NAV) of Fund shares at no cost by calling 800.345.6611 or by sending an e-mail to serviceinquiries@columbiathreadneedle.com.
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Columbia Commodity Strategy Fund
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This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies. All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804
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ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.
With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $471 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***
Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams’ investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.
Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.
* | | In U.S. dollars as of September 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q3 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data. |
** | | Source: ICI as of September 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. |
*** | | Source: Investment Association as of September 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited. |
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,
Today’s investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today’s complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.
At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today’s investors:
| n | | Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement |
Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today’s market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.
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Today’s uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can attempt to help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market’s ups and downs.
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In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.
n | | Grow assets to achieve financial goals |
We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today’s market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.
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Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it’s important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.
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PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
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Performance Summary
n | | Columbia Select Large-Cap Value Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -4.23% excluding sales charges for the six-month period ended November 30, 2015. |
n | | During the same time period, the Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Russell 1000 Value Index, which returned -3.08%, and the broad-based S&P 500 Index, which returned -0.21%. |
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Class A | | 04/25/97 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -4.23 | | | | -2.34 | | | | 13.29 | | | | 7.43 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -9.72 | | | | -7.95 | | | | 11.97 | | | | 6.80 | |
Class B | | 04/25/97 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -4.60 | | | | -3.06 | | | | 12.45 | | | | 6.63 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -9.37 | | | | -7.82 | | | | 12.20 | | | | 6.63 | |
Class C | | 05/27/99 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -4.65 | | | | -3.11 | | | | 12.44 | | | | 6.64 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -5.60 | | | | -4.06 | | | | 12.44 | | | | 6.64 | |
Class I* | | 08/03/09 | | | -4.06 | | | | -1.97 | | | | 13.76 | | | | 7.71 | |
Class K* | | 08/03/09 | | | -4.20 | | | | -2.26 | | | | 13.43 | | | | 7.51 | |
Class R | | 04/30/03 | | | -4.37 | | | | -2.61 | | | | 13.02 | | | | 7.15 | |
Class R4* | | 11/08/12 | | | -4.14 | | | | -2.13 | | | | 13.47 | | | | 7.51 | |
Class R5 | | 11/30/01 | | | -4.06 | | | | -2.01 | | | | 13.71 | | | | 7.91 | |
Class W* | | 09/27/10 | | | -4.29 | | | | -2.39 | | | | 13.28 | | | | 6.94 | |
Class Y* | | 10/01/14 | | | -4.04 | | | | -1.92 | | | | 13.41 | | | | 7.49 | |
Class Z* | | 09/27/10 | | | -4.10 | | | | -2.07 | | | | 13.60 | | | | 7.58 | |
Russell 1000 Value Index | | | | | -3.08 | | | | -1.11 | | | | 13.47 | | | | 6.45 | |
S&P 500 Index | | | | | -0.21 | | | | 2.75 | | | | 14.40 | | | | 7.48 | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund’s other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund’s prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
* | The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund’s oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information. |
The Russell 1000 Value Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of those stocks in the Russell 1000 Index with lower price-to-book ratios and lower forecasted growth values.
The S&P 500 Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of 500 widely held, large-capitalization U.S. stocks and is frequently used as a general measure of market performance.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
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Portfolio Management
Richard Rosen
Kari Montanus
Morningstar Style Box™

The Morningstar Style Box™ is based on a fund’s portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.
© 2016 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.
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Tyson Foods, Inc., Class A | | | 4.7 | |
Verizon Communications, Inc. | | | 3.9 | |
Bank of America Corp. | | | 3.7 | |
Unum Group | | | 3.7 | |
Applied Materials, Inc. | | | 3.5 | |
Humana, Inc. | | | 3.4 | |
Wells Fargo & Co. | | | 3.4 | |
NextEra Energy, Inc. | | | 3.2 | |
Lowe’s Companies, Inc. | | | 3.2 | |
Altria Group, Inc. | | | 3.2 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled “Portfolio of Investments.”
Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.
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Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Common Stocks | | | 99.6 | |
Money Market Funds | | | 0.4 | |
Total | | | 100.0 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund’s portfolio composition is subject to change.
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Equity Sector Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 5.0 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 12.8 | |
Energy | | | 12.0 | |
Financials | | | 25.0 | |
Health Care | | | 11.5 | |
Industrials | | | 8.3 | |
Information Technology | | | 10.7 | |
Materials | | | 4.8 | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 3.9 | |
Utilities | | | 6.0 | |
Total | | | 100.0 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund’s portfolio composition is subject to change.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND’S EXPENSES
(Unaudited)
As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund’s Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the “Actual” column is calculated using the Fund’s actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the “Actual” column. The amount listed in the “Hypothetical” column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund’s actual return) and then applies the Fund’s actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See “Compare With Other Funds” below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
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| | Account Value at the Beginning of the Period ($) | | | Account Value at the End of the Period ($) | | | Expenses Paid During the Period ($) | | | Fund’s Annualized Expense Ratio (%) | |
| | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 957.70 | | | | 1,019.31 | | | | 5.84 | | | | 6.02 | | | | 1.18 | |
Class B | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 954.00 | | | | 1,015.52 | | | | 9.53 | | | | 9.83 | | | | 1.93 | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 953.50 | | | | 1,015.52 | | | | 9.53 | | | | 9.83 | | | | 1.93 | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 959.40 | | | | 1,021.33 | | | | 3.86 | | | | 3.98 | | | | 0.78 | |
Class K | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 958.00 | | | | 1,019.76 | | | | 5.39 | | | | 5.56 | | | | 1.09 | |
Class R | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 956.30 | | | | 1,018.05 | | | | 7.07 | | | | 7.29 | | | | 1.43 | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 958.60 | | | | 1,020.57 | | | | 4.60 | | | | 4.75 | | | | 0.93 | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 959.40 | | | | 1,021.03 | | | | 4.16 | | | | 4.29 | | | | 0.84 | |
Class W | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 957.10 | | | | 1,019.31 | | | | 5.84 | | | | 6.02 | | | | 1.18 | |
Class Y | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 959.60 | | | | 1,021.48 | | | | 3.71 | | | | 3.83 | | | | 0.75 | |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 959.00 | | | | 1,020.57 | | | | 4.60 | | | | 4.75 | | | | 0.93 | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund’s most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks 99.5% | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 4.9% | |
Multiline Retail 1.7% | |
| | |
Nordstrom, Inc. | | | 275,000 | | | | 15,485,250 | |
| | |
Specialty Retail 3.2% | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Lowe’s Companies, Inc. | | | 375,000 | | | | 28,725,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Consumer Discretionary | | | | | | | 44,210,250 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
CONSUMER STAPLES 12.7% | |
Food & Staples Retailing 1.9% | |
| | |
Costco Wholesale Corp. | | | 105,000 | | | | 16,949,100 | |
|
Food Products 4.7% | |
| | |
Tyson Foods, Inc., Class A | | | 850,000 | | | | 42,500,000 | |
|
Tobacco 6.1% | |
| | |
Altria Group, Inc. | | | 497,500 | | | | 28,656,000 | |
| | |
Philip Morris International, Inc. | | | 300,000 | | | | 26,217,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 54,873,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Consumer Staples | | | | | | | 114,322,100 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
ENERGY 11.9% | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 11.9% | |
| | |
Anadarko Petroleum Corp. | | | 300,000 | | | | 17,970,000 | |
| | |
Chevron Corp. | | | 140,000 | | | | 12,784,800 | |
| | |
ConocoPhillips | | | 275,000 | | | | 14,863,750 | |
| | |
Marathon Oil Corp. | | | 450,000 | | | | 7,879,500 | |
| | |
Marathon Petroleum Corp. | | | 313,000 | | | | 18,282,330 | |
| | |
Valero Energy Corp. | | | 330,000 | | | | 23,713,800 | |
| | |
Williams Companies, Inc. (The) | | | 325,000 | | | | 11,882,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 107,376,180 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Energy | | | | | | | 107,376,180 | |
| | |
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FINANCIALS 24.9% | |
Banks 12.6% | |
| | |
Bank of America Corp. | | | 1,900,000 | | | | 33,117,000 | |
| | |
Citigroup, Inc. | | | 500,000 | | | | 27,045,000 | |
| | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 342,500 | | | | 22,837,900 | |
| | |
Wells Fargo & Co. | | | 550,000 | | | | 30,305,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 113,304,900 | |
|
Capital Markets 3.0% | |
| | |
Morgan Stanley | | | 775,000 | | | | 26,582,500 | |
|
Insurance 9.3% | |
| | |
MetLife, Inc. | | | 480,000 | | | | 24,523,200 | |
| | |
Prudential Financial, Inc. | | | 300,000 | | | | 25,965,000 | |
| | |
Unum Group | | | 900,000 | | | | 33,012,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 83,500,200 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Financials | | | | | | | 223,387,600 | |
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Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
HEALTH CARE 11.5% | |
Biotechnology 2.2% | |
| | |
Baxalta, Inc. | | | 574,715 | | | | 19,758,701 | |
|
Health Care Equipment & Supplies 0.8% | |
| | |
Baxter International, Inc. | | | 200,000 | | | | 7,530,000 | |
|
Health Care Providers & Services 5.3% | |
| | |
Express Scripts Holding Co.(a) | | | 200,000 | | | | 17,096,000 | |
| | |
Humana, Inc. | | | 180,000 | | | | 30,358,800 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 47,454,800 | |
|
Pharmaceuticals 3.2% | |
| | |
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. | | | 425,000 | | | | 28,479,250 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Health Care | | | | | | | 103,222,751 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
INDUSTRIALS 8.2% | |
Aerospace & Defense 4.7% | |
| | |
Honeywell International, Inc. | | | 225,000 | | | | 23,388,750 | |
| | |
United Technologies Corp. | | | 200,000 | | | | 19,210,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 42,598,750 | |
|
Road & Rail 3.5% | |
| | |
CSX Corp. | | | 600,000 | | | | 17,058,000 | |
| | |
Union Pacific Corp. | | | 170,000 | | | | 14,271,500 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 31,329,500 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Industrials | | | | | | | 73,928,250 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 10.7% | |
Communications Equipment 2.5% | |
| | |
Juniper Networks, Inc. | | | 740,000 | | | | 22,296,200 | |
|
Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components 2.1% | |
| | |
Corning, Inc. | | | 1,000,000 | | | | 18,730,000 | |
|
IT Services 2.7% | |
| | |
Teradata Corp.(a) | | | 800,000 | | | | 23,928,000 | |
|
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 3.4% | |
| | |
Applied Materials, Inc. | | | 1,658,000 | | | | 31,120,660 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Information Technology | | | | | | | 96,074,860 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
MATERIALS 4.8% | |
Chemicals 4.0% | |
| | |
EI du Pont de Nemours & Co. | | | 290,000 | | | | 19,528,600 | |
| | |
FMC Corp. | | | 380,000 | | | | 16,328,600 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 35,857,200 | |
| | |
Metals & Mining 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Freeport-McMoRan, Inc. | | | 900,000 | | | | 7,362,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Materials | | | | | | | 43,219,200 | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
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Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 3.9% | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services 3.9% | |
| | |
Verizon Communications, Inc. | | | 775,000 | | | | 35,223,750 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Telecommunication Services | | | | | | | 35,223,750 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
UTILITIES 6.0% | |
Electric Utilities 3.2% | |
| | |
NextEra Energy, Inc. | | | 290,000 | | | | 28,959,400 | |
|
Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers 2.8% | |
| | |
AES Corp. (The) | | | 2,500,000 | | | | 24,975,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Utilities | | | | | | | 53,934,400 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Common Stocks | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $629,474,791) | | | | | | | 894,899,341 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Money Market Funds 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
| | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(b)(c) | | | 3,568,775 | | | | 3,568,775 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Money Market Funds | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $3,568,775) | | | | | | | 3,568,775 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $633,043,566) | | | | | | | 898,468,116 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | | | 712,770 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net Assets | | | | | | | 899,180,886 | |
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Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) | Non-income producing investment. |
(b) | The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015. |
(c) | As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company’s outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows: |
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Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | | Purchase Cost ($) | | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | | Ending Cost ($) | | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 2,089,530 | | | | 77,888,789 | | | | (76,409,544 | ) | | | 3,568,775 | | | | 3,464 | | | | 3,568,775 | |
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund’s assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment’s level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset’s or liability’s fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
n | | Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments. |
n | | Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.). |
n | | Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments). |
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment’s fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
Under the direction of the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager’s Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager’s organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments at November 30, 2015:
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| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets ($) | | | Level 2 Other Significant Observable Inputs ($) | | | Level 3 Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | | Total ($) | |
Investments | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Common Stocks | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 44,210,250 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 44,210,250 | |
| | | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 114,322,100 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 114,322,100 | |
| | | | |
Energy | | | 107,376,180 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 107,376,180 | |
| | | | |
Financials | | | 223,387,600 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 223,387,600 | |
| | | | |
Health Care | | | 103,222,751 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 103,222,751 | |
| | | | |
Industrials | | | 73,928,250 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 73,928,250 | |
| | | | |
Information Technology | | | 96,074,860 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 96,074,860 | |
| | | | |
Materials | | | 43,219,200 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 43,219,200 | |
| | | | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 35,223,750 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 35,223,750 | |
| | | | |
Utilities | | | 53,934,400 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 53,934,400 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Common Stocks | | | 894,899,341 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 894,899,341 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 3,568,775 | | | | — | | | | 3,568,775 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Investments | | | 894,899,341 | | | | 3,568,775 | | | | — | | | | 898,468,116 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The Fund’s assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are valued based upon utilizing observable market inputs, in which a security’s value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available.
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
| | | | | | |
Transfers In | | Transfers Out |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) |
— | | 2,089,530 | | 2,089,530 | | — |
| | | | | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Assets | | | | |
| |
Investments, at value | | | | |
| |
Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $629,474,791) | | | $894,899,341 | |
| |
Affiliated issuers (identified cost $3,568,775) | | | 3,568,775 | |
| |
Total investments (identified cost $633,043,566) | | | 898,468,116 | |
| |
Receivable for: | | | | |
| |
Investments sold | | | 1,251,789 | |
| |
Capital shares sold | | | 407,866 | |
| |
Dividends | | | 2,630,873 | |
| |
Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager | | | 582 | |
| |
Prepaid expenses | | | 4,700 | |
| |
Total assets | | | 902,763,926 | |
| |
| |
Liabilities | | | | |
| |
Payable for: | | | | |
| |
Investments purchased | | | 1,596,480 | |
| |
Capital shares purchased | | | 1,612,132 | |
| |
Investment management fees | | | 55,330 | |
| |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 13,783 | |
| |
Transfer agent fees | | | 180,643 | |
| |
Plan administration fees | | | 4 | |
| |
Compensation of board members | | | 34,838 | |
| |
Other expenses | | | 89,830 | |
| |
Total liabilities | | | 3,583,040 | |
| |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $899,180,886 | |
| |
| |
Represented by | | | | |
| |
Paid-in capital | | | $591,005,317 | |
| |
Undistributed net investment income | | | 12,292,556 | |
| |
Accumulated net realized gain | | | 30,458,463 | |
| |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | 265,424,550 | |
| |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $899,180,886 | |
| |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Class A | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $269,846,734 | |
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Shares outstanding | | | 12,157,153 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $22.20 | |
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Maximum offering price per share(a) | | | $23.55 | |
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Class B | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $1,130,013 | |
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Shares outstanding | | | 55,052 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $20.53 | |
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Class C | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $79,972,219 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 3,898,236 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $20.51 | |
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Class I | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $134,451,770 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 5,863,565 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $22.93 | |
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Class K | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $18,725 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 821 | |
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Net asset value per share(b) | | | $22.82 | |
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Class R | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $22,319,578 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,020,545 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $21.87 | |
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Class R4 | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $26,093,532 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,125,972 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $23.17 | |
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Class R5 | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $24,187,033 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,054,036 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $22.95 | |
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Class W | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $28,141,425 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,274,415 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $22.08 | |
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Class Y | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $2,477 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 107 | |
| |
Net asset value per share(b) | | | $23.25 | |
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Class Z | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $313,017,380 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 13,653,417 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $22.93 | |
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(a) | The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%. |
(b) | Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
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Net investment income | | | | |
| |
Income: | | | | |
| |
Dividends — unaffiliated issuers | | | $12,387,356 | |
| |
Dividends — affiliated issuers | | | 3,464 | |
| |
Total income | | | 12,390,820 | |
| |
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Expenses: | | | | |
| |
Investment management fees | | | 3,545,491 | |
| |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | | |
| |
Class A | | | 367,867 | |
| |
Class B | | | 6,533 | |
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Class C | | | 427,642 | |
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Class R | | | 53,475 | |
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Class W | | | 45,400 | |
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Transfer agent fees | | | | |
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Class A | | | 249,905 | |
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Class B | | | 1,111 | |
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Class C | | | 72,616 | |
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Class K | | | 5 | |
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Class R | | | 18,145 | |
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Class R4 | | | 23,478 | |
| |
Class R5 | | | 5,890 | |
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Class W | | | 30,905 | |
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Class Z | | | 278,783 | |
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Plan administration fees | | | | |
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Class K | | | 23 | |
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Compensation of board members | | | 10,526 | |
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Custodian fees | | | 4,497 | |
| |
Printing and postage fees | | | 47,336 | |
| |
Registration fees | | | 83,735 | |
| |
Audit fees | | | 11,452 | |
| |
Legal fees | | | 7,399 | |
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Line of credit interest expense | | | 939 | |
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Other | | | 15,287 | |
| |
Total expenses | | | 5,308,440 | |
| |
Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates | | | (83,072 | ) |
| |
Expense reductions | | | (1,060 | ) |
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Total net expenses | | | 5,224,308 | |
| |
Net investment income | | | 7,166,512 | |
| |
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Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | | | | |
| |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | 30,268,206 | |
| |
Net realized gain | | | 30,268,206 | |
| |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | (82,955,109 | ) |
| |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (82,955,109 | ) |
| |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (52,686,903 | ) |
| |
Net decrease in net assets from operations | | | $(45,520,391 | ) |
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The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
Operations | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment income | | | $7,166,512 | | | | $10,944,227 | |
| | |
Net realized gain | | | 30,268,206 | | | | 8,841,962 | |
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Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (82,955,109 | ) | | | 47,689,141 | |
| |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (45,520,391 | ) | | | 67,475,330 | |
| |
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Distributions to shareholders | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment income | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (2,838,769 | ) |
| | |
Class B | | | — | | | | (1,840 | ) |
| | |
Class C | | | — | | | | (84,055 | ) |
| | |
Class I | | | — | | | | (1,628,691 | ) |
| | |
Class K | | | — | | | | (169 | ) |
| | |
Class R | | | — | | | | (126,634 | ) |
| | |
Class R4 | | | — | | | | (118,155 | ) |
| | |
Class R5 | | | — | | | | (38,410 | ) |
| | |
Class W | | | — | | | | (338,648 | ) |
| | |
Class Y | | | — | | | | (30 | ) |
| | |
Class Z | | | — | | | | (3,544,802 | ) |
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Net realized gains | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (5,649,887 | ) |
| | |
Class B | | | — | | | | (35,240 | ) |
| | |
Class C | | | — | | | | (1,610,254 | ) |
| | |
Class I | | | — | | | | (2,193,214 | ) |
| | |
Class K | | | — | | | | (299 | ) |
| | |
Class R | | | — | | | | (359,366 | ) |
| | |
Class R4 | | | — | | | | (181,070 | ) |
| | |
Class R5 | | | — | | | | (53,530 | ) |
| | |
Class W | | | — | | | | (673,997 | ) |
| | |
Class Y | | | — | | | | (40 | ) |
| | |
Class Z | | | — | | | | (5,432,325 | ) |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (24,909,425 | ) |
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Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (83,954,121 | ) | | | 97,882,678 | |
| |
Total increase (decrease) in net assets | | | (129,474,512 | ) | | | 140,448,583 | |
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Net assets at beginning of period | | | 1,028,655,398 | | | | 888,206,815 | |
| |
Net assets at end of period | | | $899,180,886 | | | | $1,028,655,398 | |
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Undistributed net investment income | | | $12,292,556 | | | | $5,126,044 | |
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(a) | Class Y shares are based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
| | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | | | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Class A shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions(b) | | | 1,026,912 | | | | 22,510,603 | | | | 5,927,887 | | | | 134,871,137 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 315,025 | | | | 7,151,073 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (2,988,810 | ) | | | (65,285,732 | ) | | | (12,306,109 | ) | | | (281,538,218 | ) |
| |
Net decrease | | | (1,961,898 | ) | | | (42,775,129 | ) | | | (6,063,197 | ) | | | (139,516,008 | ) |
| |
Class B shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 1,768 | | | | 36,903 | | | | 4,379 | | | | 91,928 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,225 | | | | 25,905 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions(b) | | | (17,917 | ) | | | (369,733 | ) | | | (50,447 | ) | | | (1,064,415 | ) |
| |
Net decrease | | | (16,149 | ) | | | (332,830 | ) | | | (44,843 | ) | | | (946,582 | ) |
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Class C shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 172,225 | | | | 3,534,376 | | | | 1,296,649 | | | | 27,361,205 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 51,795 | | | | 1,094,425 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (571,541 | ) | | | (11,560,484 | ) | | | (901,999 | ) | | | (19,117,822 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (399,316 | ) | | | (8,026,108 | ) | | | 446,445 | | | | 9,337,808 | |
| |
Class I shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 30,835 | | | | 691,860 | | | | 14,054 | | | | 326,925 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 163,605 | | | | 3,821,821 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (64,996 | ) | | | (1,538,208 | ) | | | (702,734 | ) | | | (16,542,455 | ) |
| |
Net decrease | | | (34,161 | ) | | | (846,348 | ) | | | (525,075 | ) | | | (12,393,709 | ) |
| |
Class K shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 17 | | | | 393 | |
| |
Net increase | | | — | | | | — | | | | 17 | | | | 393 | |
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Class R shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 225,281 | | | | 4,787,832 | | | | 420,852 | | | | 9,451,361 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 7,524 | | | | 168,699 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (157,591 | ) | | | (3,412,134 | ) | | | (381,656 | ) | | | (8,555,274 | ) |
| |
Net increase | | | 67,690 | | | | 1,375,698 | | | | 46,720 | | | | 1,064,786 | |
| |
Class R4 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 56,478 | | | | 1,309,269 | | | | 1,137,867 | | | | 26,830,142 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 4,452 | | | | 105,286 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (188,237 | ) | | | (4,336,243 | ) | | | (241,162 | ) | | | (5,701,154 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (131,759 | ) | | | (3,026,974 | ) | | | 901,157 | | | | 21,234,274 | |
| |
Class R5 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 230,633 | | | | 5,297,387 | | | | 951,228 | | | | 22,428,771 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 3,847 | | | | 90,023 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (168,534 | ) | | | (3,874,956 | ) | | | (60,643 | ) | | | (1,423,709 | ) |
| |
Net increase | | | 62,099 | | | | 1,422,431 | | | | 894,432 | | | | 21,095,085 | |
| |
Class W shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 102,946 | | | | 2,265,544 | | | | 278,483 | | | | 6,311,280 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 44,824 | | | | 1,012,577 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (625,830 | ) | | | (13,260,613 | ) | | | (359,976 | ) | | | (8,170,397 | ) |
| |
Net decrease | | | (522,884 | ) | | | (10,995,069 | ) | | | (36,669 | ) | | | (846,540 | ) |
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The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
| | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | | | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity (continued) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Class Y shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | — | | | | — | | | | 107 | | | | 2,500 | |
| |
Net increase | | | — | | | | — | | | | 107 | | | | 2,500 | |
| |
Class Z shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 1,352,174 | | | | 30,770,258 | | | | 12,205,090 | | | | 288,223,455 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 320,305 | | | | 7,491,922 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (2,292,330 | ) | | | (51,520,050 | ) | | | (4,111,501 | ) | | | (96,864,706 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (940,156 | ) | | | (20,749,792 | ) | | | 8,413,894 | | | | 198,850,671 | |
| |
Total net increase (decrease) | | | (3,876,534 | ) | | | (83,954,121 | ) | | | 4,032,988 | | | | 97,882,678 | |
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(a) | Class Y shares are based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund’s financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund’s portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class A | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $23.18 | | | | $22.18 | | | | $19.05 | | | | $14.31 | | | | $14.12 | | | | $14.70 | | | | $12.31 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.16 | | | | 0.23 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.12 | | | | 0.09 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.14 | ) | | | 1.33 | | | | 3.61 | | | | 5.31 | | | | 0.13 | | | | (0.28 | ) | | | 2.39 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.98 | ) | | | 1.56 | | | | 3.80 | | | | 5.50 | | | | 0.19 | | | | (0.16 | ) | | | 2.48 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.56 | ) | | | (0.67 | ) | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.42 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $22.20 | | | | $23.18 | | | | $22.18 | | | | $19.05 | | | | $14.31 | | | | $14.12 | | | | $14.70 | |
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Total return | | | (4.23 | %) | | | 7.08 | % | | | 20.20 | % | | | 39.43 | % | | | 1.35 | % | | | (1.01 | %) | | | 20.21 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.20 | %(c)(d) | | | 1.20 | % | | | 1.25 | %(c) | | | 1.34 | % | | | 1.35 | %(d) | | | 1.28 | % | | | 1.37 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.18 | %(c)(d)(f) | | | 1.18 | %(f) | | | 1.18 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.24 | %(f) | | | 1.25 | %(d) | | | 1.26 | %(f) | | | 1.37 | % |
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Net investment income | | | 1.41 | %(d) | | | 1.02 | % | | | 0.92 | % | | | 1.17 | % | | | 0.89 | %(d) | | | 0.81 | % | | | 0.66 | % |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $269,847 | | | | $327,326 | | | | $447,665 | | | | $300,415 | | | | $232,859 | | | | $243,514 | | | | $271,885 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 6 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 8 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % | | | 14 | % | | | 12 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(c) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(f) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE-CAP VALUE FUND | | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class B | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $21.52 | | | | $20.62 | | | | $17.76 | | | | $13.36 | | | | $13.23 | | | | $13.81 | | | | $11.62 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.05 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.00 | (b) | | | (0.01 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.06 | ) | | | 1.24 | | | | 3.35 | | | | 4.96 | | | | 0.12 | | | | (0.25 | ) | | | 2.25 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.99 | ) | | | 1.29 | | | | 3.38 | | | | 5.02 | | | | 0.13 | | | | (0.25 | ) | | | 2.24 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.39 | ) | | | (0.52 | ) | | | (0.62 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $20.53 | | | | $21.52 | | | | $20.62 | | | | $17.76 | | | | $13.36 | | | | $13.23 | | | | $13.81 | |
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Total return | | | (4.60 | %) | | | 6.30 | % | | | 19.27 | % | | | 38.42 | % | | | 0.98 | % | | | (1.72 | %) | | | 19.30 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.96 | %(d)(e) | | | 1.96 | % | | | 2.00 | %(d) | | | 2.09 | % | | | 2.10 | %(e) | | | 2.03 | % | | | 2.14 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.93 | %(d)(e)(g) | | | 1.93 | %(g) | | | 1.93 | %(d)(g) | | | 1.99 | %(g) | | | 2.00 | %(e) | | | 2.01 | %(g) | | | 2.14 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.64 | %(e) | | | 0.25 | % | | | 0.17 | % | | | 0.42 | % | | | 0.13 | %(e) | | | 0.02 | % | | | (0.10 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $1,130 | | | | $1,532 | | | | $2,393 | | | | $2,472 | | | | $2,635 | | | | $3,083 | | | | $5,138 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 6 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 8 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % | | | 14 | % | | | 12 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(d) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(g) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE-CAP VALUE FUND | | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class C | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $21.51 | | | | $20.61 | | | | $17.75 | | | | $13.37 | | | | $13.24 | | | | $13.83 | | | | $11.63 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.01 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.07 | ) | | | 1.23 | | | | 3.35 | | | | 4.97 | | | | 0.12 | | | | (0.27 | ) | | | 2.26 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (1.00 | ) | | | 1.29 | | | | 3.38 | | | | 5.03 | | | | 0.13 | | | | (0.26 | ) | | | 2.25 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.39 | ) | | | (0.52 | ) | | | (0.65 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $20.51 | | | | $21.51 | | | | $20.61 | | | | $17.75 | | | | $13.37 | | | | $13.24 | | | | $13.83 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (4.65 | %) | | | 6.30 | % | | | 19.28 | % | | | 38.51 | % | | | 0.98 | % | | | (1.80 | %) | | | 19.37 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.96 | %(c)(d) | | | 1.95 | % | | | 2.00 | %(c) | | | 2.09 | % | | | 2.10 | %(d) | | | 2.03 | % | | | 2.13 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.93 | %(c)(d)(f) | | | 1.93 | %(f) | | | 1.93 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.99 | %(f) | | | 2.00 | %(d) | | | 2.01 | %(f) | | | 2.13 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.67 | %(d) | | | 0.30 | % | | | 0.17 | % | | | 0.42 | % | | | 0.15 | %(d) | | | 0.06 | % | | | (0.09 | %) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $79,972 | | | | $92,432 | | | | $79,365 | | | | $53,515 | | | | $43,840 | | | | $44,484 | | | | $48,210 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 6 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 8 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % | | | 14 | % | | | 12 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(c) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(f) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA SELECT LARGE-CAP VALUE FUND | | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class I | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $23.90 | | | | $22.84 | | | | $19.60 | | | | $14.69 | | | | $14.48 | | | | $15.07 | | | | $12.60 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.34 | | | | 0.28 | | | | 0.27 | | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.15 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.18 | ) | | | 1.37 | | | | 3.71 | | | | 5.47 | | | | 0.12 | | | | (0.29 | ) | | | 2.47 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.97 | ) | | | 1.71 | | | | 3.99 | | | | 5.74 | | | | 0.21 | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 2.62 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.28 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.28 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.65 | ) | | | (0.75 | ) | | | (0.83 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.49 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $22.93 | | | | $23.90 | | | | $22.84 | | | | $19.60 | | | | $14.69 | | | | $14.48 | | | | $15.07 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (4.06 | %) | | | 7.55 | % | | | 20.62 | % | | | 40.13 | % | | | 1.45 | % | | | (0.59 | %) | | | 20.80 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.78 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.78 | % | | | 0.80 | %(c) | | | 0.83 | % | | | 0.86 | %(d) | | | 0.84 | % | | | 0.92 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.78 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.78 | % | | | 0.78 | %(c) | | | 0.83 | % | | | 0.85 | %(d) | | | 0.84 | % | | | 0.92 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 1.84 | %(d) | | | 1.44 | % | | | 1.32 | % | | | 1.58 | % | | | 1.29 | %(d) | | | 1.29 | % | | | 1.13 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $134,452 | | | | $140,960 | | | | $146,724 | | | | $135,066 | | | | $91,542 | | | | $107,682 | | | | $72,971 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 6 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 8 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % | | | 14 | % | | | 12 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(c) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class K | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $23.82 | | | | $22.78 | | | | $19.55 | | | | $14.66 | | | | $14.47 | | | | $15.06 | | | | $12.59 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.27 | | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.11 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.18 | ) | | | 1.35 | | | | 3.71 | | | | 5.45 | | | | 0.12 | | | | (0.29 | ) | | | 2.47 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (1.00 | ) | | | 1.62 | | | | 3.92 | | | | 5.67 | | | | 0.19 | | | | (0.15 | ) | | | 2.58 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.28 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.58 | ) | | | (0.69 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.44 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $22.82 | | | | $23.82 | | | | $22.78 | | | | $19.55 | | | | $14.66 | | | | $14.47 | | | | $15.06 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (4.20 | %) | | | 7.17 | % | | | 20.31 | % | | | 39.69 | % | | | 1.31 | % | | | (0.90 | %) | | | 20.50 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.09 | %(c)(d) | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.09 | %(c) | | | 1.13 | % | | | 1.14 | %(d) | | | 1.14 | % | | | 1.21 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.09 | %(c)(d) | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.07 | %(c) | | | 1.13 | % | | | 1.13 | %(d) | | | 1.14 | % | | | 1.21 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 1.54 | %(d) | | | 1.14 | % | | | 1.02 | % | | | 1.28 | % | | | 1.02 | %(d) | | | 0.94 | % | | | 0.83 | % |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $19 | | | | $20 | | | | $18 | | | | $31 | | | | $22 | | | | $22 | | | | $23 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 6 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 8 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % | | | 14 | % | | | 12 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(c) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class R | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $22.87 | | | | $21.89 | | | | $18.81 | | | | $14.15 | | | | $13.98 | | | | $14.55 | | | | $12.19 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.13 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.14 | | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.08 | | | | 0.05 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.13 | ) | | | 1.30 | | | | 3.56 | | | | 5.24 | | | | 0.13 | | | | (0.27 | ) | | | 2.37 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (1.00 | ) | | | 1.48 | | | | 3.70 | | | | 5.39 | | | | 0.17 | | | | (0.19 | ) | | | 2.42 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.50 | ) | | | (0.62 | ) | | | (0.73 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.38 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $21.87 | | | | $22.87 | | | | $21.89 | | | | $18.81 | | | | $14.15 | | | | $13.98 | | | | $14.55 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (4.37 | %) | | | 6.82 | % | | | 19.91 | % | | | 39.09 | % | | | 1.22 | % | | | (1.23 | %) | | | 19.91 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.46 | %(c)(d) | | | 1.45 | % | | | 1.50 | %(c) | | | 1.59 | % | | | 1.60 | %(d) | | | 1.53 | % | | | 1.66 | % |
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Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.43 | %(c)(d)(f) | | | 1.43 | %(f) | | | 1.43 | %(c)(f) | | | 1.49 | %(f) | | | 1.50 | %(d) | | | 1.51 | %(f) | | | 1.66 | % |
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Net investment income | | | 1.21 | %(d) | | | 0.80 | % | | | 0.67 | % | | | 0.95 | % | | | 0.67 | %(d) | | | 0.55 | % | | | 0.38 | % |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $22,320 | | | | $21,793 | | | | $19,835 | | | | $15,443 | | | | $10,773 | | | | $9,720 | | | | $11,594 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 6 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 8 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % | | | 14 | % | | | 12 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(c) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(f) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R4 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $24.17 | | | | $23.10 | | | | $19.81 | | | | $16.22 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.35 | | | | 0.25 | | | | 0.17 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.19 | ) | | | 1.33 | | | | 3.76 | | | | 4.24 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (1.00 | ) | | | 1.68 | | | | 4.01 | | | | 4.41 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.31 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.61 | ) | | | (0.72 | ) | | | (0.82 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $23.17 | | | | $24.17 | | | | $23.10 | | | | $19.81 | |
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Total return | | | (4.14 | %) | | | 7.35 | % | | | 20.51 | % | | | 28.18 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 0.95 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.94 | % | | | 1.00 | %(c) | | | 1.06 | %(d) |
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Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.93 | %(c)(d)(f) | | | 0.93 | %(f) | | | 0.93 | %(c)(f) | | | 0.95 | %(d) |
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Net investment income | | | 1.66 | %(d) | | | 1.46 | % | | | 1.15 | % | | | 1.62 | %(d) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $26,094 | | | | $30,403 | | | | $8,237 | | | | $1,469 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 6 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 8 | % | | | 18 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(c) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(f) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class R5 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $23.92 | | | | $22.87 | | | | $19.62 | | | | $14.71 | | | | $14.50 | | | | $15.09 | | | | $12.62 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.37 | | | | 0.25 | | | | 0.28 | | | | 0.09 | | | | 0.18 | | | | 0.15 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.18 | ) | | | 1.32 | | | | 3.74 | | | | 5.44 | | | | 0.12 | | | | (0.28 | ) | | | 2.46 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.97 | ) | | | 1.69 | | | | 3.99 | | | | 5.72 | | | | 0.21 | | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 2.61 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.64 | ) | | | (0.74 | ) | | | (0.81 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.49 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $22.95 | | | | $23.92 | | | | $22.87 | | | | $19.62 | | | | $14.71 | | | | $14.50 | | | | $15.09 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (4.06 | %) | | | 7.45 | % | | | 20.61 | % | | | 39.96 | % | | | 1.45 | % | | | (0.62 | %) | | | 20.73 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.84 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.83 | % | | | 0.85 | %(c) | | | 0.87 | % | | | 0.89 | %(d) | | | 0.87 | % | | | 0.98 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.84 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.83 | % | | | 0.81 | %(c) | | | 0.87 | % | | | 0.88 | %(d) | | | 0.87 | % | | | 0.98 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 1.81 | %(d) | | | 1.58 | % | | | 1.20 | % | | | 1.64 | % | | | 1.31 | %(d) | | | 1.21 | % | | | 1.09 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $24,187 | | | | $23,731 | | | | $2,230 | | | | $4,014 | | | | $1,065 | | | | $1,731 | | | | $1,606 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 6 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 8 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % | | | 14 | % | | | 12 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(c) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class W | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010(b) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $23.07 | | | | $22.07 | | | | $18.96 | | | | $14.24 | | | | $14.06 | | | | $14.66 | | | | $13.12 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.15 | | | | 0.24 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.06 | | | | 0.14 | | | | (0.00 | )(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.14 | ) | | | 1.32 | | | | 3.59 | | | | 5.28 | | | | 0.12 | | | | (0.29 | ) | | | 1.68 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.99 | ) | | | 1.56 | | | | 3.78 | | | | 5.47 | | | | 0.18 | | | | (0.15 | ) | | | 1.68 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.56 | ) | | | (0.67 | ) | | | (0.75 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.45 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $22.08 | | | | $23.07 | | | | $22.07 | | | | $18.96 | | | | $14.24 | | | | $14.06 | | | | $14.66 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (4.29 | %) | | | 7.12 | % | | | 20.18 | % | | | 39.38 | % | | | 1.28 | % | | | (0.95 | %) | | | 12.80 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.20 | %(e)(f) | | | 1.20 | % | | | 1.26 | %(e) | | | 1.35 | % | | | 1.35 | %(f) | | | 1.27 | % | | | 2.30 | %(f) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(g) | | | 1.18 | %(e)(f)(h) | | | 1.18 | %(h) | | | 1.18 | %(e)(h) | | | 1.25 | %(h) | | | 1.25 | %(f) | | | 1.25 | %(h) | | | 2.30 | %(f) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 1.33 | %(f) | | | 1.04 | % | | | 0.92 | % | | | 1.19 | % | | | 0.89 | %(f) | | | 0.97 | % | | | (0.11 | %)(f) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $28,141 | | | | $41,455 | | | | $40,475 | | | | $144 | | | | $30,250 | | | | $29,913 | | | | $11,833 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 6 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 8 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % | | | 14 | % | | | 12 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(g) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(h) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended | |
Class Y | | | (Unaudited) | | | | May 31, 2015(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $24.23 | | | | $23.47 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment income | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.26 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.20 | ) | | | 1.15 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.98 | ) | | | 1.41 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.28 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.37 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.65 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $23.25 | | | | $24.23 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (4.04 | %) | | | 6.09 | % |
| | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.75 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.72 | %(d) |
| | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.75 | %(c)(d) | | | 0.72 | %(d) |
| | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 1.88 | %(d) | | | 1.64 | %(d) |
| | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $2 | | | | $3 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 6 | % | | | 4 | % |
| | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(c) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class Z | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010(b) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $23.91 | | | | $22.86 | | | | $19.61 | | | | $14.68 | | | | $14.48 | | | | $15.07 | | | | $13.48 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.31 | | | | 0.25 | | | | 0.22 | | | | 0.07 | | | | 0.19 | | | | 0.03 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.17 | ) | | | 1.35 | | | | 3.71 | | | | 5.48 | | | | 0.13 | | | | (0.30 | ) | | | 1.70 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.98 | ) | | | 1.66 | | | | 3.96 | | | | 5.70 | | | | 0.20 | | | | (0.11 | ) | | | 1.73 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.37 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.61 | ) | | | (0.71 | ) | | | (0.77 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.48 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $22.93 | | | | $23.91 | | | | $22.86 | | | | $19.61 | | | | $14.68 | | | | $14.48 | | | | $15.07 | |
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Total return | | | (4.10 | %) | | | 7.34 | % | | | 20.50 | % | | | 39.84 | % | | | 1.38 | % | | | (0.68 | %) | | | 12.88 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 0.95 | %(d)(e) | | | 0.95 | % | | | 1.00 | %(d) | | | 1.09 | % | | | 1.10 | %(e) | | | 1.02 | % | | | 1.11 | %(e) |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 0.93 | %(d)(e)(g) | | | 0.93 | %(g) | | | 0.93 | %(d)(g) | | | 0.99 | %(g) | | | 1.00 | %(e) | | | 1.01 | %(g) | | | 1.11 | %(e) |
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Net investment income | | | 1.68 | %(e) | | | 1.33 | % | | | 1.17 | % | | | 1.33 | % | | | 1.12 | %(e) | | | 1.32 | % | | | 0.87 | %(e) |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $313,017 | | | | $348,999 | | | | $141,264 | | | | $51,667 | | | | $55,909 | | | | $63,277 | | | | $8 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 6 | % | | | 4 | % | | | 8 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % | | | 14 | % | | | 12 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(d) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(g) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 1. Organization
Columbia Select Large-Cap Value Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class W, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust’s organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund’s Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.
Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.
Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services—Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities
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are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board of Trustees (the Board). If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund’s Portfolio of Investments.
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Corporate actions and dividend income are recorded on the ex-dividend date.
The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information
reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund’s management. Management’s estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.
Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid annually. Net realized capital gains, if
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any, are distributed along with the income distribution. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust’s organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund’s contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund’s average daily net assets that
declines from 0.77% to 0.57% as the Fund’s net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.75% of the Fund’s average daily net assets.
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $2,246,081, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $188,674.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company’s expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $1,156.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund’s liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund’s shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund’s annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
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Class A | | | 0.17 | % |
Class B | | | 0.17 | |
Class C | | | 0.17 | |
Class K | | | 0.05 | |
Class R | | | 0.17 | |
Class R4 | | | 0.17 | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | |
Class W | | | 0.17 | |
Class Z | | | 0.17 | |
The Fund and certain other associated investment companies have severally, but not jointly, guaranteed the performance and observance of all the terms and conditions of a lease entered into by Seligman Data Corp. (SDC), the former transfer agent, including the payment of rent by SDC (the Guaranty). SDC was the legacy Seligman funds’ former transfer agent.
The lease and the Guaranty expire in January 2019. At November 30, 2015, the Fund’s total potential future obligation over the life of the Guaranty is $81,453. The liability remaining at November 30, 2015 for
non-recurring charges associated with the lease amounted to $47,046 and is recorded as a part of the payable for other expenses in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class’s initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $1,060.
Plan Administration Fees
Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A and Class W shares, a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.50% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares (of which up to 0.25% may be used for shareholder services) and a fee at an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares. For Class B and Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $36,000 and $2,781,000 for Class B and Class C shares, respectively. These amounts are based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015, and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. To the extent the unreimbursed expense has been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is reduced.
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $61,210 for Class A, $674 for Class B and $3,349 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund’s net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund’s custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:
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Expense Cap
October 1, 2015 Through
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Expense Cap
Prior to
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Class A | | | 1.19 | % | | | 1.18 | % |
Class B | | | 1.94 | | | | 1.93 | |
Class C | | | 1.94 | | | | 1.93 | |
Class I | | | 0.81 | | | | 0.79 | |
Class K | | | 1.11 | | | | 1.09 | |
Class R | | | 1.44 | | | | 1.43 | |
Class R4 | | | 0.94 | | | | 0.93 | |
Class R5 | | | 0.86 | | | | 0.84 | |
Class W | | | 1.19 | | | | 1.18 | |
Class Y | | | 0.81 | | | | 0.79 | |
Class Z | | | 0.94 | | | | 0.93 | |
The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived
and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $633,044,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
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Unrealized appreciation | | | $316,476,000 | |
Unrealized depreciation | | | (51,052,000 | ) |
Net unrealized appreciation | | | $265,424,000 | |
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management’s conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund’s federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $56,543,253 and $133,931,796, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the average daily loan balance outstanding on days when borrowing existed was $9,400,000 at a weighted average interest rate of 1.20%. Interest expense incurred by the Fund is recorded as a line of credit interest expense in the Statement of Operations. The Fund had no outstanding borrowings at November 30, 2015.
Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, two unaffiliated shareholders of record owned 38.3% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Affiliated shareholders of record owned 26.0% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased
economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
Financial Sector Risk
The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to investments or agreements that, under certain circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 7 above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the
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SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds’ Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Select Large-Cap Value Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).
On an annual basis, the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board’s consideration of advisory agreements and the Board’s legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management
The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.
The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer’s organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management’s ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board’s evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund’s and its service providers’ compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity’s ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund’s next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund’s investment performance met expectations.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund’s expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund’s contribution to Columbia Management’s profitability.
The Board reviewed the fees charged to comparable institutional or other accounts/vehicles managed by Columbia Management and discussed differences in how the products are managed and operated, noting no unreasonable differences in the levels of contractual fees.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds’ performance and expenses, and JDL’s conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the “pricing philosophy” currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund’s total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was somewhat higher than the median ratio, but lower than the 60th percentile of the Fund’s Lipper peer universe. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund’s management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL’s conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund’s Form N-Q is available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC’s Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund’s complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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Columbia Select Large-Cap Value Fund
P.O. Box 8081
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This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies. All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804
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ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.
With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $471 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***
Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams’ investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.
Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.
* | | In U.S. dollars as of September 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q3 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data. |
** | | Source: ICI as of September 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. |
*** | | Source: Investment Association as of September 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited. |
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Dear Shareholder,
Today’s investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today’s complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.
At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today’s investors:
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Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today’s market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.
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Today’s uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can attempt to help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market’s ups and downs.
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We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today’s market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.
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PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Performance Summary
n | | Columbia Select Smaller-Cap Value Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -4.07% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended November 30, 2015. |
n | | The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Russell 2000 Value Index, which returned -2.93% during the same time period. |
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Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015) | |
| | Inception | | 6 Months Cumulative | | | 1 Year | | | 5 Years | | | 10 Years | |
Class A | | 04/25/97 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -4.07 | | | | 4.35 | | | | 12.28 | | | | 8.40 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -9.58 | | | | -1.64 | | | | 10.96 | | | | 7.75 | |
Class B | | 04/25/97 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -4.46 | | | | 3.48 | | | | 11.43 | | | | 7.58 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -9.24 | | | | -1.02 | | | | 11.17 | | | | 7.58 | |
Class C | | 05/27/99 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -4.45 | | | | 3.54 | | | | 11.43 | | | | 7.59 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -5.41 | | | | 2.64 | | | | 11.43 | | | | 7.59 | |
Class I* | | 08/03/09 | | | -3.87 | | | | 4.75 | | | | 12.80 | | | | 8.72 | |
Class K* | | 08/03/09 | | | -4.04 | | | | 4.46 | | | | 12.47 | | | | 8.51 | |
Class R | | 04/30/03 | | | -4.15 | | | | 4.07 | | | | 12.00 | | | | 8.11 | |
Class R4* | | 11/08/12 | | | -3.96 | | | | 4.56 | | | | 12.45 | | | | 8.48 | |
Class R5 | | 11/30/01 | | | -3.89 | | | | 4.72 | | | | 12.73 | | | | 8.92 | |
Class Y* | | 10/01/14 | | | -3.84 | | | | 4.70 | | | | 12.38 | | | | 8.44 | |
Class Z* | | 09/27/10 | | | -3.92 | | | | 4.61 | | | | 12.57 | | | | 8.54 | |
Russell 2000 Value Index | | | | | -2.93 | | | | 0.35 | | | | 10.60 | | | | 6.07 | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund’s other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund’s prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
* | The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund’s oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information. |
The Russell 2000 Value Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of those stocks in the Russell 2000 Index with lower price-to-book ratios and lower forecasted growth values.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
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Portfolio Management
Richard Rosen
Kari Montanus
Morningstar Style Box™

The Morningstar Style Box™ is based on a fund’s portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.
© 2016 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.
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Top Ten Holdings (%)
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Telephone & Data Systems, Inc. | | | 3.9 | |
PharMerica Corp. | | | 3.4 | |
Minerals Technologies, Inc. | | | 3.2 | |
United Continental Holdings, Inc. | | | 3.2 | |
Swift Transportation Co. | | | 3.1 | |
Impax Laboratories, Inc. | | | 2.9 | |
Extreme Networks, Inc. | | | 2.9 | |
Cubic Corp. | | | 2.8 | |
Hanesbrands, Inc. | | | 2.7 | |
CACI International, Inc., Class A | | | 2.7 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled “Portfolio of Investments.”
Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.
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Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Common Stocks | | | 92.3 | |
Limited Partnerships | | | 2.3 | |
Money Market Funds | | | 5.4 | |
Total | | | 100.0 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund’s portfolio composition is subject to change.
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Equity Sector Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 16.3 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 5.1 | |
Energy | | | 8.6 | |
Financials | | | 16.4 | |
Health Care | | | 13.7 | |
Industrials | | | 13.7 | |
Information Technology | | | 14.3 | |
Materials | | | 7.0 | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 4.9 | |
Total | | | 100.0 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund’s portfolio composition is subject to change.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND’S EXPENSES
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As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund’s Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the “Actual” column is calculated using the Fund’s actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the “Actual” column. The amount listed in the “Hypothetical” column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund’s actual return) and then applies the Fund’s actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See “Compare With Other Funds” below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
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| | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 959.30 | | | | 1,018.40 | | | | 6.73 | | | | 6.94 | | | | 1.36 | |
Class B | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 955.40 | | | | 1,014.61 | | | | 10.43 | | | | 10.74 | | | | 2.11 | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 955.50 | | | | 1,014.61 | | | | 10.43 | | | | 10.74 | | | | 2.11 | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 961.30 | | | | 1,020.57 | | | | 4.61 | | | | 4.75 | | | | 0.93 | |
Class K | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 959.60 | | | | 1,019.06 | | | | 6.09 | | | | 6.28 | | | | 1.23 | |
Class R | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 958.50 | | | | 1,017.14 | | | | 7.97 | | | | 8.21 | | | | 1.61 | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 960.40 | | | | 1,019.61 | | | | 5.55 | | | | 5.72 | | | | 1.12 | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 961.10 | | | | 1,020.27 | | | | 4.91 | | | | 5.05 | | | | 0.99 | |
Class Y | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 961.60 | | | | 1,020.83 | | | | 4.36 | | | | 4.49 | | | | 0.88 | |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 960.80 | | | | 1,019.66 | | | | 5.50 | | | | 5.67 | | | | 1.11 | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund’s most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks 92.6% | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 15.5% | |
Auto Components 3.4% | |
| | |
American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 450,000 | | | | 10,242,000 | |
| | |
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc.(a) | | | 155,000 | | | | 6,209,300 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 16,451,300 | |
|
Diversified Consumer Services 1.5% | |
| | |
Sotheby’s | | | 250,000 | | | | 7,077,500 | |
|
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 1.7% | |
| | |
Texas Roadhouse, Inc. | | | 240,000 | | | | 8,400,000 | |
|
Household Durables 5.4% | |
| | |
Beazer Homes USA, Inc.(a) | | | 631,148 | | | | 9,050,662 | |
| | |
Lennar Corp., Class A | | | 180,500 | | | | 9,243,405 | |
| | |
William Lyon Homes, Inc. Class A(a) | | | 450,000 | | | | 7,861,500 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 26,155,567 | |
|
Specialty Retail 0.9% | |
| | |
Vitamin Shoppe, Inc.(a) | | | 135,000 | | | | 4,117,500 | |
|
Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods 2.6% | |
| | |
Hanesbrands, Inc. | | | 400,000 | | | | 12,268,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Consumer Discretionary | | | | | | | 74,469,867 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
CONSUMER STAPLES 4.9% | |
Food Products 3.4% | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Dean Foods Co. | | | 500,000 | | | | 9,380,000 | |
| | |
WhiteWave Foods Co. (The), Class A(a) | | | 175,000 | | | | 7,110,250 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 16,490,250 | |
|
Personal Products 1.5% | |
| | |
Herbalife Ltd.(a) | | | 120,000 | | | | 6,927,600 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Consumer Staples | | | | | | | 23,417,850 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
ENERGY 5.8% | |
Energy Equipment & Services 5.8% | |
| | |
Archrock, Inc. | | | 330,000 | | | | 3,488,100 | |
| | |
Exterran Corp.(a) | | | 450,000 | | | | 7,366,500 | |
| | |
Superior Energy Services, Inc. | | | 450,000 | | | | 7,051,500 | |
| | |
Tetra Technologies, Inc.(a) | | | 1,068,623 | | | | 9,959,566 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 27,865,666 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Energy | | | | | | | 27,865,666 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
FINANCIALS 15.5% | |
Banks 2.1% | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Opus Bank | | | 256,287 | | | | 10,092,582 | |
|
Insurance 8.2% | |
| | |
Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd. | | | 144,000 | | | | 9,498,240 | |
| | |
Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (The) | | | 105,000 | | | | 8,883,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Lincoln National Corp. | | | 200,000 | | | | 10,998,000 | |
| | |
State National Companies, Inc. | | | 967,849 | | | | 9,784,954 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 39,164,194 | |
|
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 3.1% | |
| | |
Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. | | | 280,000 | | | | 7,613,200 | |
| | |
Ladder Capital Corp., Class A | | | 525,000 | | | | 7,428,750 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 15,041,950 | |
|
Thrifts & Mortgage Finance 2.1% | |
| | |
BofI Holding, Inc.(a) | | | 510,000 | | | | 10,215,300 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Financials | | | | | | | 74,514,026 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
HEALTH CARE 13.0% | |
Biotechnology 2.3% | |
| | |
Ligand Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a) | | | 102,000 | | | | 10,922,160 | |
|
Health Care Equipment & Supplies 2.5% | |
| | |
Analogic Corp. | | | 100,000 | | | | 8,355,000 | |
| | |
Sirona Dental Systems, Inc.(a) | | | 35,000 | | | | 3,796,800 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 12,151,800 | |
|
Health Care Providers & Services 5.4% | |
| | |
PharMerica Corp.(a) | | | 450,000 | | | | 15,309,000 | |
| | |
WellCare Health Plans, Inc.(a) | | | 130,000 | | | | 10,722,400 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 26,031,400 | |
|
Pharmaceuticals 2.8% | |
| | |
Impax Laboratories, Inc.(a) | | | 303,500 | | | | 13,372,210 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Health Care | | | | | | | 62,477,570 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
INDUSTRIALS 13.0% | |
Aerospace & Defense 2.6% | |
| | |
Cubic Corp. | | | 260,000 | | | | 12,625,600 | |
|
Airlines 3.1% | |
| | |
United Continental Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 265,000 | | | | 14,768,450 | |
|
Commercial Services & Supplies 2.4% | |
| | |
Waste Connections, Inc. | | | 210,000 | | | | 11,445,000 | |
|
Electrical Equipment 1.1% | |
| | |
EnerSys | | | 90,000 | | | | 5,301,000 | |
|
Machinery 0.9% | |
| | |
Mueller Industries, Inc. | | | 130,551 | | | | 4,111,051 | |
|
Road & Rail 2.9% | |
| | |
Swift Transportation Co.(a) | | | 875,000 | | | | 13,973,750 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Industrials | | | | | | | 62,224,851 | |
|
| |
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 13.6% | |
Communications Equipment 5.6% | |
| | |
Calix, Inc.(a) | | | 1,279,425 | | | | 10,133,046 | |
| | |
Extreme Networks, Inc.(a) | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 13,260,000 | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Viavi Solutions, Inc.(a) | | | 550,000 | | | | 3,498,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 26,891,046 | |
|
Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components 1.8% | |
| | |
Belden, Inc. | | | 140,000 | | | | 8,787,800 | |
|
IT Services 3.6% | |
| | |
CACI International, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 120,441 | | | | 12,075,415 | |
| | |
EPAM Systems, Inc.(a) | | | 64,000 | | | | 5,038,720 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 17,114,135 | |
|
Software 2.6% | |
| | |
Allot Communications Ltd.(a) | | | 317,050 | | | | 1,674,024 | |
| | |
BroadSoft, Inc.(a) | | | 264,090 | | | | 10,571,523 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 12,245,547 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Information Technology | | | | | | | 65,038,528 | |
|
| |
MATERIALS 6.6% | |
Chemicals 4.9% | |
| | |
Ferro Corp.(a) | | | 725,000 | | | | 8,707,250 | |
| | |
Minerals Technologies, Inc. | | | 240,000 | | | | 14,769,600 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 23,476,850 | |
|
Containers & Packaging 1.7% | |
| | |
Owens-Illinois, Inc.(a) | | | 425,000 | | | | 8,198,250 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Materials | | | | | | | 31,675,100 | |
|
| |
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 4.7% | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services 1.0% | |
| | |
Globalstar, Inc.(a) | | | 2,300,000 | | | | 5,014,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Wireless Telecommunication Services 3.7% | |
| | |
Telephone & Data Systems, Inc. | | | 620,000 | | | | 17,539,800 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Telecommunication Services | | | | | | | 22,553,800 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Common Stocks | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $323,415,541) | | | | | | | 444,237,258 | |
|
| |
Limited Partnerships 2.4% | |
ENERGY 2.4% | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 2.4% | |
| | |
Sunoco LP | | | 300,000 | | | | 11,160,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Energy | | | | | | | 11,160,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Limited Partnerships | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $10,968,052) | | | | | | | 11,160,000 | |
|
| |
Money Market Funds 5.4% | |
| | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
| | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(b)(c) | | | 26,088,477 | | | | 26,088,477 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Money Market Funds | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $26,088,477) | | | | | | | 26,088,477 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $360,472,070) | | | | | | | 481,485,735 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | | | (1,781,658 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Net Assets | | | | | | | 479,704,077 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) | Non-income producing investment. |
(b) | The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015. |
(c) | As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company’s outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows: |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | | Purchase Cost ($) | | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | | Ending Cost ($) | | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 21,094,229 | | | | 62,872,146 | | | | (57,877,898 | ) | | | 26,088,477 | | | | 19,045 | | | | 26,088,477 | |
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund’s assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment’s level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset’s or liability’s fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
n | | Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments. |
n | | Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.). |
n | | Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments). |
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment’s fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager’s Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager’s organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments at November 30, 2015:
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets ($) | | | Level 2 Other Significant Observable Inputs ($) | | | Level 3 Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | | Total ($) | |
Investments | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Common Stocks | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 74,469,867 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 74,469,867 | |
| | | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 23,417,850 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 23,417,850 | |
| | | | |
Energy | | | 27,865,666 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 27,865,666 | |
| | | | |
Financials | | | 74,514,026 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 74,514,026 | |
| | | | |
Health Care | | | 62,477,570 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 62,477,570 | |
| | | | |
Industrials | | | 62,224,851 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 62,224,851 | |
| | | | |
Information Technology | | | 65,038,528 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 65,038,528 | |
| | | | |
Materials | | | 31,675,100 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 31,675,100 | |
| | | | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 22,553,800 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 22,553,800 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Common Stocks | | | 444,237,258 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 444,237,258 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Limited Partnerships | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Energy | | | 11,160,000 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 11,160,000 | |
| | | | |
Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 26,088,477 | | | | — | | | | 26,088,477 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Investments | | | 455,397,258 | | | | 26,088,477 | | | | — | | | | 481,485,735 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The Fund’s assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are valued based upon utilizing observable market inputs, in which a security’s value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available.
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
| | | | | | |
Transfers In | | Transfers Out |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) |
— | | 21,094,229 | | 21,094,229 | | — |
| | | | | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Assets | | | | |
| |
Investments, at value | | | | |
| |
Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $334,383,593) | | | $455,397,258 | |
| |
Affiliated issuers (identified cost $26,088,477) | | | 26,088,477 | |
| |
Total investments (identified cost $360,472,070) | | | 481,485,735 | |
| |
Receivable for: | | | | |
| |
Investments sold | | | 2,731,324 | |
| |
Capital shares sold | | | 193,271 | |
| |
Dividends | | | 281,964 | |
| |
Prepaid expenses | | | 3,374 | |
| |
Other assets | | | 9,058 | |
| |
Total assets | | | 484,704,726 | |
| |
| |
Liabilities | | | | |
| |
Payable for: | | | | |
| |
Investments purchased | | | 4,066,412 | |
| |
Capital shares purchased | | | 700,130 | |
| |
Investment management fees | | | 34,420 | |
| |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 11,706 | |
| |
Transfer agent fees | | | 61,762 | |
| |
Plan administration fees | | | 1,495 | |
| |
Compensation of board members | | | 32,302 | |
| |
Other expenses | | | 92,422 | |
| |
Total liabilities | | | 5,000,649 | |
| |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $479,704,077 | |
| |
| |
Represented by | | | | |
| |
Paid-in capital | | | $311,705,343 | |
| |
Excess of distributions over net investment income | | | (2,733,942 | ) |
| |
Accumulated net realized gain | | | 49,719,011 | |
| |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | 121,013,665 | |
| |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $479,704,077 | |
| |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
| |
Class A | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $372,597,195 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 18,186,123 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $20.49 | |
| |
Maximum offering price per share(a) | | | $21.74 | |
| |
Class B | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $2,899,095 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 175,650 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $16.50 | |
| |
Class C | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $40,293,919 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 2,437,267 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $16.53 | |
| |
Class I | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $19,259,383 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 843,475 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $22.83 | |
| |
Class K | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $6,936,206 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 310,570 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $22.33 | |
| |
Class R | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $11,106,714 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 566,461 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $19.61 | |
| |
Class R4 | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $1,581,263 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 69,286 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $22.82 | |
| |
Class R5 | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $3,738,883 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 164,485 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $22.73 | |
| |
Class Y | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $2,518 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 108 | |
| |
Net asset value per share(b) | | | $23.28 | |
| |
Class Z | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $21,288,901 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 944,208 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $22.55 | |
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(a) | The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%. |
(b) | Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
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Net investment income | | | | |
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Income: | | | | |
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Dividends — unaffiliated issuers | | | $2,340,001 | |
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Dividends — affiliated issuers | | | 19,045 | |
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Total income | | | 2,359,046 | |
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Expenses: | | | | |
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Investment management fees | | | 2,123,825 | |
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Distribution and/or service fees | | | | |
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Class A | | | 476,796 | |
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Class B | | | 16,689 | |
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Class C | | | 209,430 | |
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Class R | | | 28,106 | |
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Transfer agent fees | | | | |
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Class A | | | 336,149 | |
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Class B | | | 2,939 | |
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Class C | | | 36,908 | |
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Class K | | | 1,750 | |
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Class R | | | 9,911 | |
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Class R4 | | | 754 | |
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Class R5 | | | 696 | |
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Class Z | | | 17,759 | |
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Plan administration fees | | | | |
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Class K | | | 8,775 | |
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Compensation of board members | | | 7,391 | |
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Custodian fees | | | 4,942 | |
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Printing and postage fees | | | 39,443 | |
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Registration fees | | | 59,727 | |
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Audit fees | | | 11,854 | |
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Legal fees | | | 5,316 | |
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Other | | | 11,506 | |
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Total expenses | | | 3,410,666 | |
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Expense reductions | | | (1,060 | ) |
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Total net expenses | | | 3,409,606 | |
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Net investment loss | | | (1,050,560 | ) |
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Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | | | | |
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Net realized gain (loss) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | 24,972,052 | |
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Net realized gain | | | 24,972,052 | |
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Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | (44,669,860 | ) |
| |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (44,669,860 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (19,697,808 | ) |
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Net decrease in net assets from operations | | | $(20,748,368 | ) |
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The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
Operations | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment loss | | | $(1,050,560 | ) | | | $(3,486,291 | ) |
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Net realized gain | | | 24,972,052 | | | | 85,038,143 | |
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Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (44,669,860 | ) | | | (30,545,151 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (20,748,368 | ) | | | 51,006,701 | |
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Distributions to shareholders | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net realized gains | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (39,128,715 | ) |
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Class B | | | — | | | | (595,444 | ) |
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Class C | | | — | | | | (5,301,159 | ) |
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Class I | | | — | | | | (2,180,888 | ) |
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Class K | | | — | | | | (647,045 | ) |
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Class R | | | — | | | | (1,244,757 | ) |
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Class R4 | | | — | | | | (37,893 | ) |
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Class R5 | | | — | | | | (77,845 | ) |
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Class Y | | | — | | | | (249 | ) |
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Class Z | | | — | | | | (811,695 | ) |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (50,025,690 | ) |
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Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (8,119,967 | ) | | | 21,795,198 | |
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Total increase (decrease) in net assets | | | (28,868,335 | ) | | | 22,776,209 | |
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Net assets at beginning of period | | | 508,572,412 | | | | 485,796,203 | |
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Net assets at end of period | | | $479,704,077 | | | | $508,572,412 | |
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Excess of distributions over net investment income | | | $(2,733,942 | ) | | | $(1,683,382 | ) |
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(a) | Class Y shares are based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
| | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | | | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Class A shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions(b) | | | 953,661 | | | | 19,429,791 | | | | 1,755,344 | | | | 36,732,705 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,976,546 | | | | 37,791,550 | |
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Redemptions | | | (1,396,562 | ) | | | (28,231,010 | ) | | | (3,099,726 | ) | | | (65,322,645 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (442,901 | ) | | | (8,801,219 | ) | | | 632,164 | | | | 9,201,610 | |
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Class B shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 973 | | | | 16,165 | | | | 3,742 | | | | 66,416 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 38,059 | | | | 590,671 | |
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Redemptions(b) | | | (50,802 | ) | | | (844,750 | ) | | | (138,028 | ) | | | (2,376,083 | ) |
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Net decrease | | | (49,829 | ) | | | (828,585 | ) | | | (96,227 | ) | | | (1,718,996 | ) |
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Class C shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 149,492 | | | | 2,467,843 | | | | 276,348 | | | | 4,703,998 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 277,917 | | | | 4,318,836 | |
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Redemptions | | | (254,228 | ) | | | (4,152,389 | ) | | | (421,017 | ) | | | (7,279,055 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (104,736 | ) | | | (1,684,546 | ) | | | 133,248 | | | | 1,743,779 | |
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Class I shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 10,022 | | | | 224,463 | | | | 2,433 | | | | 55,820 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 102,761 | | | | 2,180,579 | |
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Redemptions | | | (113,033 | ) | | | (2,740,254 | ) | | | (127,126 | ) | | | (2,955,641 | ) |
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Net decrease | | | (103,011 | ) | | | (2,515,791 | ) | | | (21,932 | ) | | | (719,242 | ) |
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Class K shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 27,047 | | | | 598,438 | | | | 43,911 | | | | 1,000,152 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 31,063 | | | | 646,745 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (31,246 | ) | | | (678,463 | ) | | | (53,645 | ) | | | (1,239,902 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (4,199 | ) | | | (80,025 | ) | | | 21,329 | | | | 406,995 | |
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Class R shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 122,811 | | | | 2,370,261 | | | | 182,581 | | | | 3,633,458 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 32,359 | | | | 593,463 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (131,601 | ) | | | (2,560,065 | ) | | | (214,269 | ) | | | (4,344,564 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (8,790 | ) | | | (189,804 | ) | | | 671 | | | | (117,643 | ) |
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Class R4 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 56,745 | | | | 1,206,247 | | | | 17,935 | | | | 411,417 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,772 | | | | 37,648 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (7,934 | ) | | | (171,256 | ) | | | (4,446 | ) | | | (99,960 | ) |
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Net increase | | | 48,811 | | | | 1,034,991 | | | | 15,261 | | | | 349,105 | |
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Class R5 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 78,028 | | | | 1,734,377 | | | | 65,555 | | | | 1,469,150 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 3,363 | | | | 71,086 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (6,049 | ) | | | (139,210 | ) | | | (3,221 | ) | | | (71,721 | ) |
| |
Net increase | | | 71,979 | | | | 1,595,167 | | | | 65,697 | | | | 1,468,515 | |
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The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
| | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | | | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity (continued) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Class Y shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | — | | | | — | | | | 108 | | | | (2,692 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | — | | | | — | | | | 108 | | | | (2,692 | ) |
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Class Z shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 423,003 | | | | 9,337,083 | | | | 648,117 | | | | 14,776,215 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 35,120 | | | | 737,159 | |
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Redemptions | | | (271,427 | ) | | | (5,987,238 | ) | | | (191,002 | ) | | | (4,329,607 | ) |
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Net increase | | | 151,576 | | | | 3,349,845 | | | | 492,235 | | | | 11,183,767 | |
| |
Total net increase (decrease) | | | (441,100 | ) | | | (8,119,967 | ) | | | 1,242,554 | | | | 21,795,198 | |
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(a) | Class Y shares are based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund’s financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund’s portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class A | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $21.36 | | | | $21.52 | | | | $18.82 | | | | $14.31 | | | | $13.69 | | | | $15.97 | | | | $12.59 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.83 | ) | | | 2.28 | | | | 4.17 | | | | 5.06 | | | | 0.68 | | | | (1.40 | ) | | | 3.49 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.87 | ) | | | 2.14 | | | | 4.14 | | | | 4.95 | | | | 0.62 | | | | (1.52 | ) | | | 3.38 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $20.49 | | | | $21.36 | | | | $21.52 | | | | $18.82 | | | | $14.31 | | | | $13.69 | | | | $15.97 | |
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Total return | | | (4.07 | %) | | | 11.21 | % | | | 22.30 | % | | | 35.23 | % | | | 4.53 | % | | | (9.42 | %) | | | 26.85 | %(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.36 | %(e) | | | 1.38 | % | | | 1.41 | % | | | 1.51 | % | | | 1.48 | %(e) | | | 1.48 | % | | | 1.66 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.36 | %(e)(g) | | | 1.38 | %(g) | | | 1.40 | %(g) | | | 1.39 | %(g) | | | 1.41 | %(e) | | | 1.42 | %(g) | | | 1.33 | % |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.39 | %)(e) | | | (0.67 | %) | | | (0.14 | %) | | | (0.67 | %) | | | (0.87 | %)(e) | | | (0.77 | %) | | | (0.84 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $372,597 | | | | $397,847 | | | | $387,317 | | | | $325,677 | | | | $283,740 | | | | $295,973 | | | | $380,848 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 16 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 22 | % | | | 9 | % | | | 3 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(c) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(g) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA SELECT SMALLER-CAP VALUE FUND | | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class B | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $17.27 | | | | $17.97 | | | | $16.04 | | | | $12.34 | | | | $11.84 | | | | $14.04 | | | | $11.15 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.25 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.68 | ) | | | 1.85 | | | | 3.53 | | | | 4.33 | | | | 0.59 | | | | (1.23 | ) | | | 3.08 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.77 | ) | | | 1.60 | | | | 3.37 | | | | 4.14 | | | | 0.50 | | | | (1.44 | ) | | | 2.89 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $16.50 | | | | $17.27 | | | | $17.97 | | | | $16.04 | | | | $12.34 | | | | $11.84 | | | | $14.04 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (4.46 | %) | | | 10.36 | % | | | 21.33 | % | | | 34.28 | % | | | 4.22 | % | | | (10.15 | %) | | | 25.92 | %(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 2.11 | %(e) | | | 2.13 | % | | | 2.16 | % | | | 2.26 | % | | | 2.23 | %(e) | | | 2.23 | % | | | 2.43 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 2.11 | %(e)(g) | | | 2.13 | %(g) | | | 2.15 | %(g) | | | 2.14 | %(g) | | | 2.16 | %(e) | | | 2.16 | %(g) | | | 2.10 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (1.13 | %)(e) | | | (1.41 | %) | | | (0.92 | %) | | | (1.41 | %) | | | (1.62 | %)(e) | | | (1.52 | %) | | | (1.62 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $2,899 | | | | $3,894 | | | | $5,782 | | | | $8,356 | | | | $12,565 | | | | $13,501 | | | | $27,172 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 16 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 22 | % | | | 9 | % | | | 3 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(c) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(g) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class C | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $17.30 | | | | $18.00 | | | | $16.06 | | | | $12.36 | | | | $11.86 | | | | $14.06 | | | | $11.17 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.25 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.68 | ) | | | 1.85 | | | | 3.54 | | | | 4.33 | | | | 0.59 | | | | (1.23 | ) | | | 3.08 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.77 | ) | | | 1.60 | | | | 3.38 | | | | 4.14 | | | | 0.50 | | | | (1.44 | ) | | | 2.89 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $16.53 | | | | $17.30 | | | | $18.00 | | | | $16.06 | | | | $12.36 | | | | $11.86 | | | | $14.06 | |
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Total return | | | (4.45 | %) | | | 10.35 | % | | | 21.37 | % | | | 34.23 | % | | | 4.22 | % | | | (10.13 | %) | | | 25.87 | %(c) |
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Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 2.11 | %(e) | | | 2.13 | % | | | 2.16 | % | | | 2.26 | % | | | 2.23 | %(e) | | | 2.23 | % | | | 2.42 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 2.11 | %(e)(g) | | | 2.13 | %(g) | | | 2.15 | %(g) | | | 2.14 | %(g) | | | 2.16 | %(e) | | | 2.17 | %(g) | | | 2.09 | % |
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Net investment loss | | | (1.14 | %)(e) | | | (1.42 | %) | | | (0.91 | %) | | | (1.42 | %) | | | (1.63 | %)(e) | | | (1.52 | %) | | | (1.60 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $40,294 | | | | $43,974 | | | | $43,354 | | | | $38,785 | | | | $33,327 | | | | $37,511 | | | | $51,712 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 16 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 22 | % | | | 9 | % | | | 3 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(c) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(g) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class I | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $23.75 | | | | $23.57 | | | | $20.41 | | | | $15.41 | | | | $14.71 | | | | $17.02 | | | | $13.35 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.05 | ) | | | 0.07 | | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.93 | ) | | | 2.53 | | | | 4.53 | | | | 5.48 | | | | 0.73 | | | | (1.51 | ) | | | 3.72 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.92 | ) | | | 2.48 | | | | 4.60 | | | | 5.44 | | | | 0.70 | | | | (1.55 | ) | | | 3.67 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $22.83 | | | | $23.75 | | | | $23.57 | | | | $20.41 | | | | $15.41 | | | | $14.71 | | | | $17.02 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (3.87 | %) | | | 11.70 | % | | | 22.83 | % | | | 35.91 | % | | | 4.76 | % | | | (9.01 | %) | | | 27.49 | %(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 0.93 | %(e) | | | 0.93 | % | | | 0.93 | % | | | 0.96 | % | | | 0.98 | %(e) | | | 0.94 | % | | | 1.09 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(f) | | | 0.93 | %(e) | | | 0.93 | % | | | 0.93 | % | | | 0.93 | % | | | 0.94 | %(e) | | | 0.91 | % | | | 0.88 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.05 | %(e) | | | (0.22 | %) | | | 0.32 | % | | | (0.21 | %) | | | (0.38 | %)(e) | | | (0.24 | %) | | | (0.38 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $19,259 | | | | $22,479 | | | | $22,829 | | | | $26,109 | | | | $20,764 | | | | $14,419 | | | | $10,145 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 16 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 22 | % | | | 9 | % | | | 3 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(c) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class K | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $23.27 | | | | $23.20 | | | | $20.17 | | | | $15.28 | | | | $14.60 | | | | $16.94 | | | | $13.34 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.91 | ) | | | 2.49 | | | | 4.46 | | | | 5.42 | | | | 0.72 | | | | (1.49 | ) | | | 3.70 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.94 | ) | | | 2.37 | | | | 4.47 | | | | 5.33 | | | | 0.68 | | | | (1.58 | ) | | | 3.60 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $22.33 | | | | $23.27 | | | | $23.20 | | | | $20.17 | | | | $15.28 | | | | $14.60 | | | | $16.94 | |
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Total return | | | (4.04 | %) | | | 11.39 | % | | | 22.45 | % | | | 35.49 | % | | | 4.66 | % | | | (9.23 | %) | | | 26.99 | %(c) |
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Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.23 | %(e) | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.23 | %(e) | | | 1.22 | % | | | 1.39 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.23 | %(e) | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.20 | %(e) | | | 1.18 | % | | | 1.18 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.26 | %)(e) | | | (0.52 | %) | | | 0.05 | % | | | (0.51 | %) | | | (0.65 | %)(e) | | | (0.53 | %) | | | (0.69 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $6,936 | | | | $7,323 | | | | $6,809 | | | | $5,083 | | | | $3,812 | | | | $3,642 | | | | $3,601 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 16 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 22 | % | | | 9 | % | | | 3 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(c) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class R | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $20.46 | | | | $20.77 | | | | $18.25 | | | | $13.92 | | | | $13.33 | | | | $15.62 | | | | $12.35 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | 2.18 | | | | 4.04 | | | | 4.91 | | | | 0.66 | | | | (1.37 | ) | | | 3.43 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.85 | ) | | | 1.99 | | | | 3.96 | | | | 4.77 | | | | 0.59 | | | | (1.53 | ) | | | 3.27 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $19.61 | | | | $20.46 | | | | $20.77 | | | | $18.25 | | | | $13.92 | | | | $13.33 | | | | $15.62 | |
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Total return | | | (4.15 | %) | | | 10.87 | % | | | 22.01 | % | | | 34.92 | % | | | 4.43 | % | | | (9.69 | %) | | | 26.48 | %(c) |
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Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.61 | %(e) | | | 1.63 | % | | | 1.66 | % | | | 1.76 | % | | | 1.73 | %(e) | | | 1.73 | % | | | 1.87 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.61 | %(e)(g) | | | 1.63 | %(g) | | | 1.65 | %(g) | | | 1.64 | %(g) | | | 1.67 | %(e) | | | 1.67 | %(g) | | | 1.66 | % |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.64 | %)(e) | | | (0.92 | %) | | | (0.40 | %) | | | (0.92 | %) | | | (1.14 | %)(e) | | | (1.02 | %) | | | (1.16 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $11,107 | | | | $11,772 | | | | $11,933 | | | | $10,684 | | | | $9,248 | | | | $11,156 | | | | $15,733 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 16 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 22 | % | | | 9 | % | | | 3 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(c) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(g) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R4 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $23.76 | | | | $23.63 | | | | $20.49 | | | | $15.99 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.02 | | | | (0.04 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.92 | ) | | | 2.53 | | | | 4.56 | | | | 4.98 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.94 | ) | | | 2.43 | | | | 4.58 | | | | 4.94 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $22.82 | | | | $23.76 | | | | $23.63 | | | | $20.49 | |
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Total return | | | (3.96 | %) | | | 11.45 | % | | | 22.64 | % | | | 31.47 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.12 | %(c) | | | 1.13 | % | | | 1.16 | % | | | 1.27 | %(c) |
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Total net expenses(d) | | | 1.12 | %(c)(e) | | | 1.13 | %(e) | | | 1.15 | %(e) | | | 1.14 | %(c) |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.14 | %)(c) | | | (0.44 | %) | | | 0.07 | % | | | (0.37 | %)(c) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $1,581 | | | | $486 | | | | $123 | | | | $3 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 16 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 22 | % | | | 9 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(d) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(e) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class R5 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $23.65 | | | | $23.49 | | | | $20.35 | | | | $15.40 | | | | $14.70 | | | | $17.01 | | | | $13.35 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.00 | )(b) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | 0.07 | | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.92 | ) | | | 2.53 | | | | 4.51 | | | | 5.44 | | | | 0.73 | | | | (1.50 | ) | | | 3.72 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.92 | ) | | | 2.46 | | | | 4.58 | | | | 5.39 | | | | 0.70 | | | | (1.55 | ) | | | 3.66 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $22.73 | | | | $23.65 | | | | $23.49 | | | | $20.35 | | | | $15.40 | | | | $14.70 | | | | $17.01 | |
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Total return | | | (3.89 | %) | | | 11.65 | % | | | 22.80 | % | | | 35.60 | % | | | 4.76 | % | | | (9.02 | %) | | | 27.42 | %(c) |
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Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 0.99 | %(e) | | | 0.98 | % | | | 0.98 | % | | | 0.98 | % | | | 0.98 | %(e) | | | 0.97 | % | | | 1.14 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 0.99 | %(e) | | | 0.98 | % | | | 0.98 | % | | | 0.98 | % | | | 0.95 | %(e) | | | 0.93 | % | | | 0.93 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.01 | %)(e) | | | (0.29 | %) | | | 0.32 | % | | | (0.31 | %) | | | (0.41 | %)(e) | | | (0.28 | %) | | | (0.44 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $3,739 | | | | $2,188 | | | | $630 | | | | $352 | | | | $2,145 | | | | $2,046 | | | | $2,289 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 16 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 22 | % | | | 9 | % | | | 3 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(c) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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Class Y | | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $24.21 | | | | $23.11 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.02 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.94 | ) | | | 3.42 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.93 | ) | | | 3.40 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $23.28 | | | | $24.21 | |
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Total return | | | (3.84 | %) | | | 15.90 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 0.88 | %(c) | | | 0.88 | %(c) |
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Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.88 | %(c) | | | 0.88 | %(c) |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.08 | %(c) | | | (0.15 | %)(c) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $3 | | | | $3 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 16 | % | | | 26 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from October 1, 2014 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(d) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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Class Z | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010(b) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $23.47 | | | | $23.37 | | | | $20.28 | | | | $15.35 | | | | $14.67 | | | | $17.01 | | | | $14.61 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | 0.05 | | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.90 | ) | | | 2.50 | | | | 4.48 | | | | 5.44 | | | | 0.72 | | | | (1.50 | ) | | | 2.41 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.92 | ) | | | 2.40 | | | | 4.53 | | | | 5.37 | | | | 0.68 | | | | (1.58 | ) | | | 2.40 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (2.30 | ) | | | (1.44 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | — | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $22.55 | | | | $23.47 | | | | $23.37 | | | | $20.28 | | | | $15.35 | | | | $14.67 | | | | $17.01 | |
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Total return | | | (3.92 | %) | | | 11.44 | % | | | 22.63 | % | | | 35.59 | % | | | 4.63 | % | | | (9.19 | %) | | | 16.43 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.11 | %(d) | | | 1.13 | % | | | 1.16 | % | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.23 | %(d) | | | 1.20 | % | | | 1.55 | %(d) |
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Total net expenses(e) | | | 1.11 | %(d)(f) | | | 1.13 | %(f) | | | 1.15 | %(f) | | | 1.14 | %(f) | | | 1.16 | %(d) | | | 1.19 | %(f) | | | 1.02 | %(d) |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | (0.14 | %)(d) | | | (0.44 | %) | | | 0.22 | % | | | (0.42 | %) | | | (0.62 | %)(d) | | | (0.50 | %) | | | (0.34 | %)(d) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $21,289 | | | | $18,605 | | | | $7,019 | | | | $3,467 | | | | $2,417 | | | | $1,892 | | | | $133 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 16 | % | | | 26 | % | | | 22 | % | | | 9 | % | | | 3 | % | | | 18 | % | | | 5 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(f) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 1. Organization
Columbia Select Smaller-Cap Value Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust’s organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund’s Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.
Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services—Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.
Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any
changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund’s Portfolio of Investments.
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.
The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund’s management. Management’s estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.
Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed along with the income distribution. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust’s organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund’s contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That
Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund’s average daily net assets that declines from 0.87% to 0.75% as the Fund’s net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.87% of the Fund’s average daily net assets.
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,312,061, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $132,861.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company’s expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $843.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund’s liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund’s shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund’s annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
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Class B | | | 0.18 | |
Class C | | | 0.18 | |
Class K | | | 0.05 | |
Class R | | | 0.18 | |
Class R4 | | | 0.18 | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | |
Class Z | | | 0.18 | |
The Fund and certain other associated investment companies have severally, but not jointly, guaranteed the performance and observance of all the terms and conditions of a lease entered into by Seligman Data Corp. (SDC), the former transfer agent, including the payment of rent by SDC (the Guaranty). SDC was the legacy Seligman funds’ former transfer agent.
The lease and the Guaranty expire in January 2019. At November 30, 2015, the Fund’s total potential future obligation over the life of the Guaranty is $71,338. The liability remaining at November 30, 2015 for non-recurring charges associated with the lease amounted to $41,196 and is recorded as a part of the payable for other expenses in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class’s initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $1,060.
Plan Administration Fees
Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares, a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.50% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares (of which up to 0.25% may be used for shareholder services) and a fee at an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares. For Class B and Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $604,000 and $2,464,000 for Class B and Class C shares, respectively. These amounts are based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015, and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. To the extent the unreimbursed expense has been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is reduced.
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $129,686 for Class A, $61 for Class B and $159 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund’s net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund’s custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:
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Class A | | | 1.38 | % | | | 1.38 | % |
Class B | | | 2.13 | | | | 2.13 | |
Class C | | | 2.13 | | | | 2.13 | |
Class I | | | 1.00 | | | | 0.97 | |
Class K | | | 1.30 | | | | 1.27 | |
Class R | | | 1.63 | | | | 1.63 | |
Class R4 | | | 1.13 | | | | 1.13 | |
Class R5 | | | 1.05 | | | | 1.02 | |
Class Y | | | 1.00 | | | | 0.97 | |
Class Z | | | 1.13 | | | | 1.13 | |
The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $360,472,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
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Unrealized depreciation | | | (24,694,000 | ) |
Net unrealized appreciation | | | $121,014,000 | |
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
The following capital loss carryforwards, determined as of May 31, 2015, may be available to reduce taxable income arising from future net realized gains on investments, if any, to the extent permitted by the Internal Revenue Code:
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2016 | | | 7,302,356 | |
2017 | | | 9,766,309 | |
Total | | | 17,068,665 | |
Under current tax rules, regulated investment companies can elect to treat certain late-year ordinary losses incurred and post-October capital losses (capital losses realized after October 31) as arising on the first day of the following taxable year. The Fund has elected to treat late-year ordinary losses of $1,653,473 at May 31, 2015 as arising on June 1, 2015.
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management’s conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund’s federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $71,503,054 and $79,471,352, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of
shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, affiliated shareholders of record owned 57.0% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 7 above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds’ Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under
their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Select Smaller-Cap Value Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).
On an annual basis, the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board’s consideration of advisory agreements and the Board’s legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management
The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.
The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer’s organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management’s ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board’s evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund’s and its service providers’ compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity’s ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund’s next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund’s investment performance met expectations.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund’s expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund’s contribution to Columbia Management’s profitability. The Board reviewed the fees charged to comparable institutional or other accounts/vehicles managed by Columbia Management and discussed differences in how the products are managed and operated, noting no unreasonable differences in the levels of contractual fees.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds’ performance and expenses, and JDL’s conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the “pricing philosophy” currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund’s total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) approximated the peer universe’s median expense ratio. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund’s management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL’s conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund’s Form N-Q is available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC’s Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund’s complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies. All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804
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ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.
With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $471 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***
Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams’ investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.
Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.
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** | | Source: ICI as of September 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. |
*** | | Source: Investment Association as of September 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited. |
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,
Today’s investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today’s complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.
At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today’s investors:
| n | | Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement |
Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today’s market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.
n | | Navigate a changing interest rate environment |
Today’s uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can attempt to help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market’s ups and downs.
n | | Maximize after-tax returns |
In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.
n | | Grow assets to achieve financial goals |
We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today’s market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.
n | | Ease the impact of volatile markets |
Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it’s important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.
Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.
The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.
Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.
Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
© 2016 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.
Semiannual Report 2015
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.
Semiannual Report 2015
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PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Performance Summary
n | | Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -7.69% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended November 30, 2015. |
n | | During the same time period, the Fund underperformed its Blended Index, which returned -3.57%, and the Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, which returned -0.12%. |
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Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015) | |
| | Inception | | 6 Months Cumulative | | | 1 Year | | | Life | |
Class A | | 07/28/11 | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -7.69 | | | | -4.93 | | | | 7.36 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -12.99 | | | | -10.41 | | | | 5.91 | |
Class C | | 07/28/11 | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -8.01 | | | | -5.60 | | | | 6.57 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -8.91 | | | | -6.51 | | | | 6.57 | |
Class I | | 07/28/11 | | | -7.41 | | | | -4.37 | | | | 7.76 | |
Class R | | 07/28/11 | | | -7.82 | | | | -5.17 | | | | 7.06 | |
Class R4* | | 11/08/12 | | | -7.60 | | | | -4.65 | | | | 7.56 | |
Class R5* | | 11/08/12 | | | -7.48 | | | | -4.57 | | | | 7.61 | |
Class W | | 07/28/11 | | | -7.68 | | | | -4.85 | | | | 7.35 | |
Class Z | | 07/28/11 | | | -7.58 | | | | -4.69 | | | | 7.60 | |
Blended Index | | | | | -3.57 | | | | -0.77 | | | | 8.77 | |
Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index | | | | | -0.12 | | | | 0.97 | | | | 2.95 | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% contingent deferred sales charge for the first year only. The Fund’s other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund’s prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
* | The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund’s oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information. |
The Blended Index, established by the Investment Manager, is composed of one-third each of the Russell 1000 Value Index, the Barclays U.S. Corporate Investment Grade & High Yield Index and the Barclays U.S. Convertible Composite Index. The Russell 1000 Value Index, an unmanaged index, measures the performance of those stocks in the Russell 1000 Index with lower price-to-book ratios and lower forecasted growth values. The Barclays U.S. Corporate Investment Grade & High Yield Index is a broad-based benchmark that measures the performance of investment grade and non-investment grade, fixed-rate and taxable corporate bonds. It includes USD-denominated securities publicly issued by U.S. and non U.S. industrial, utility, and financial issuers that meet specified maturity, liquidity, and quality requirements. The Barclays U.S. Convertible Composite Index measures the performance of all four major classes of USD equity-linked securities including: convertible cash coupon bonds, zero-coupon bonds, preferred convertibles with fixed par amounts and mandatory equity-linked securities.
The Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index is a broad-based benchmark that measures the investment-grade, U.S. dollar denominated, fixed-rate taxable bond market, including Treasuries, government-related and corporate securities, mortgage-backed securities (agency fixed-rate and hybrid adjustable-rate mortgage passthroughs), asset-backed securities, and commercial mortgage-backed securities.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
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Top Ten Holdings (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Allergan PLC, 5.500% | | | 2.1 | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | | | 1.8 | |
Wells Fargo & Co. | | | 1.5 | |
Merck & Co., Inc. | | | 1.4 | |
Microsoft Corp. | | | 1.4 | |
General Electric Co. | | | 1.3 | |
United Rentals North America, Inc. 11/15/24 5.750% | | | 1.3 | |
Popular, Inc. 07/01/19 7.000% | | | 1.3 | |
MasTec, Inc. 03/15/23 4.875% | | | 1.2 | |
Navistar International Corp. 04/15/19 4.750% | | | 1.2 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled “Portfolio of Investments.”
Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.
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Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Common Stocks | | | 36.6 | |
Convertible Bonds | | | 17.4 | |
Convertible Preferred Stocks | | | 17.1 | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes | | | 25.7 | |
Limited Partnerships | | | 1.3 | |
Money Market Funds | | | 0.8 | |
Preferred Debt | | | 1.1 | |
Total | | | 100.0 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund’s portfolio composition is subject to change.
Portfolio Management
David King, CFA
Yan Jin
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND’S EXPENSES
(Unaudited)
As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund’s Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the “Actual” column is calculated using the Fund’s actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the “Actual” column. The amount listed in the “Hypothetical” column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund’s actual return) and then applies the Fund’s actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See “Compare With Other Funds” below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
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| | Account Value at the Beginning of the Period ($) | | | Account Value at the End of the Period ($) | | | Expenses Paid During the Period ($) | | | Fund’s Annualized Expense Ratio (%) | |
| | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 923.10 | | | | 1,019.81 | | | | 5.25 | | | | 5.51 | | | | 1.08 | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 919.90 | | | | 1,016.02 | | | | 8.88 | | | | 9.32 | | | | 1.83 | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 925.90 | | | | 1,021.94 | | | | 3.21 | | | | 3.37 | | | | 0.66 | |
Class R | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 921.80 | | | | 1,018.55 | | | | 6.46 | | | | 6.79 | | | | 1.33 | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 924.00 | | | | 1,021.08 | | | | 4.04 | | | | 4.24 | | | | 0.83 | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 925.20 | | | | 1,021.53 | | | | 3.60 | | | | 3.78 | | | | 0.74 | |
Class W | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 923.20 | | | | 1,019.92 | | | | 5.15 | | | | 5.41 | | | | 1.06 | |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 924.20 | | | | 1,021.08 | | | | 4.04 | | | | 4.24 | | | | 0.83 | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund’s most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
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Common Stocks 36.3% | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 2.2% | |
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 0.7% | |
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Extended Stay America, Inc. | | | 255,000 | | | | 4,363,050 | |
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Media 0.5% | |
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Cinemark Holdings, Inc. | | | 85,000 | | | | 2,949,500 | |
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Specialty Retail 1.0% | |
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Staples, Inc. | | | 475,000 | | | | 5,733,250 | |
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Total Consumer Discretionary | | | | | | | 13,045,800 | |
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CONSUMER STAPLES 2.2% | |
Food & Staples Retailing 1.1% | |
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SYSCO Corp. | | | 155,000 | | | | 6,370,500 | |
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Tobacco 1.1% | |
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Philip Morris International, Inc. | | | 72,500 | | | | 6,335,775 | |
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Total Consumer Staples | | | | | | | 12,706,275 | |
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ENERGY 2.7% | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 2.7% | |
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BP PLC, ADR | | | 172,500 | | | | 5,968,500 | |
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Exxon Mobil Corp. | | | 125,000 | | | | 10,207,500 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 16,176,000 | |
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Total Energy | | | | | | | 16,176,000 | |
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FINANCIALS 7.5% | |
Banks 4.1% | |
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Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. | | | 65,000 | | | | 4,536,350 | |
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JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 92,500 | | | | 6,167,900 | |
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PacWest Bancorp | | | 100,000 | | | | 4,702,000 | |
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Wells Fargo & Co. | | | 160,000 | | | | 8,816,000 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 24,222,250 | |
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Capital Markets 1.1% | |
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Ares Capital Corp. | | | 400,000 | | | | 6,328,000 | |
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Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 2.3% | |
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Blackstone Mortgage Trust, Inc. | | | 60,000 | | | | 1,734,000 | |
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Equinix, Inc. | | | 20,611 | | | | 6,111,004 | |
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Starwood Property Trust, Inc. | | | 300,000 | | | | 6,099,000 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 13,944,004 | |
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Total Financials | | | | | | | 44,494,254 | |
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HEALTH CARE 5.0% | |
Biotechnology 1.0% | |
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Gilead Sciences, Inc. | | | 57,500 | | | | 6,092,700 | |
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Health Care Equipment & Supplies 1.0% | |
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Medtronic PLC | | | 80,000 | | | | 6,027,200 | |
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Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Health Care Providers & Services 1.6% | |
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Cardinal Health, Inc. | | | 72,500 | | | | 6,296,625 | |
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CIGNA Corp. | | | 22,500 | | | | 3,037,050 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 9,333,675 | |
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Pharmaceuticals 1.4% | |
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Merck & Co., Inc. | | | 155,000 | | | | 8,216,550 | |
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Total Health Care | | | | | | | 29,670,125 | |
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INDUSTRIALS 4.5% | |
Aerospace & Defense 1.7% | |
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Lockheed Martin Corp. | | | 30,000 | | | | 6,574,800 | |
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Northrop Grumman Corp. | | | 18,500 | | | | 3,447,660 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 10,022,460 | |
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Air Freight & Logistics 0.5% | |
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United Parcel Service, Inc., Class B | | | 30,000 | | | | 3,090,300 | |
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Industrial Conglomerates 1.3% | |
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General Electric Co. | | | 250,000 | | | | 7,485,000 | |
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Transportation Infrastructure 1.0% | |
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Macquarie Infrastructure Corp. | | | 77,500 | | | | 5,814,825 | |
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Total Industrials | | | | | | | 26,412,585 | |
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 7.1% | |
Communications Equipment 1.1% | |
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Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 230,000 | | | | 6,267,500 | |
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IT Services 1.1% | |
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Automatic Data Processing, Inc. | | | 72,500 | | | | 6,253,850 | |
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Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 3.1% | |
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Cypress Semiconductor Corp. | | | 325,000 | | | | 3,516,500 | |
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Intel Corp. | | | 170,000 | | | | 5,910,900 | |
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KLA-Tencor Corp. | | | 45,000 | | | | 2,991,150 | |
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Lam Research Corp. | | | 37,500 | | | | 2,932,500 | |
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Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. | | | 75,000 | | | | 2,907,750 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 18,258,800 | |
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Software 1.3% | |
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Microsoft Corp. | | | 145,000 | | | | 7,880,750 | |
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Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 0.5% | |
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SanDisk Corp. | | | 40,000 | | | | 2,954,800 | |
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Total Information Technology | | | | | | | 41,615,700 | |
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MATERIALS 1.1% | |
Chemicals 1.1% | |
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Dow Chemical Co. (The) | | | 125,000 | | | | 6,516,250 | |
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Metals & Mining —% | |
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Jaguar Mining, Inc.(a) | | | 192,471 | | | | 27,384 | |
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Total Materials | | | | | | | 6,543,634 | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
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Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 1.1% | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services 1.1% | |
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AT&T, Inc. | | | 190,000 | | | | 6,397,300 | |
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Total Telecommunication Services | | | | | | | 6,397,300 | |
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UTILITIES 2.9% | |
Electric Utilities 1.1% | |
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Xcel Energy, Inc. | | | 175,000 | | | | 6,240,500 | |
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Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers 0.7% | |
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NRG Yield, Inc. Class A | | | 161,988 | | | | 2,201,417 | |
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NRG Yield, Inc. Class C | | | 140,000 | | | | 1,979,600 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 4,181,017 | |
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Multi-Utilities 1.1% | |
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Ameren Corp. | | | 150,000 | | | | 6,564,000 | |
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Total Utilities | | | | | | | 16,985,517 | |
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Total Common Stocks | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $206,677,390) | | | | | | | 214,047,190 | |
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Convertible Preferred Stocks 16.9% | |
CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 1.0% | |
Automobiles 1.0% | |
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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, 7.875% | | | 50,000 | | | | 5,909,500 | |
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Total Consumer Discretionary | | | | | | | 5,909,500 | |
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CONSUMER STAPLES 1.8% | |
Food Products 1.8% | |
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Bunge Ltd., 4.875% | | | 65,000 | | | | 6,046,157 | |
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Tyson Foods, Inc., 4.750% | | | 84,000 | | | | 4,809,000 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 10,855,157 | |
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Total Consumer Staples | | | | | | | 10,855,157 | |
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ENERGY 2.2% | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 2.2% | |
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Anadarko Petroleum Corp., 7.500% | | | 80,000 | | | | 2,969,600 | |
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Chesapeake Energy Corp., 5.750%(b) | | | 11,500 | | | | 2,709,688 | |
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Kinder Morgan, Inc., 9.750%(a) | | | 95,000 | | | | 4,170,500 | |
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Penn Virginia Corp., 6.000%(b) | | | 45,000 | | | | 112,500 | |
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Southwestern Energy Co., 6.250% | | | 120,000 | | | | 2,886,000 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 12,848,288 | |
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Total Energy | | | | | | | 12,848,288 | |
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FINANCIALS 6.6% | |
Banks 1.8% | |
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Bank of America Corp., 7.250% | | | 5,700 | | | | 6,384,000 | |
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Convertible Preferred Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Wells Fargo & Co., 7.500% | | | 3,800 | | | | 4,436,500 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 10,820,500 | |
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Capital Markets 1.7% | |
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AMG Capital Trust II, 5.150% | | | 110,000 | | | | 6,462,500 | |
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Cowen Group, Inc., 5.625%(b) | | | 3,900 | | | | 3,356,437 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 9,818,937 | |
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Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 3.1% | |
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Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc., 7.000% | | | 225,000 | | | | 6,275,385 | |
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American Tower Corp., 5.500% | | | 62,500 | | | | 6,386,250 | |
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Welltower, Inc., 5.510% | | | 100,000 | | | | 5,894,000 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 18,555,635 | |
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Total Financials | | | | | | | 39,195,072 | |
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HEALTH CARE 2.8% | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies 0.8% | |
| | |
Alere, Inc., 3.000% | | | 15,500 | | | | 4,605,205 | |
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Pharmaceuticals 2.0% | |
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Allergan PLC, 5.500% | | | 11,500 | | | | 12,044,180 | |
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Total Health Care | | | | | | | 16,649,385 | |
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MATERIALS 1.0% | |
Chemicals 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
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A. Schulman, Inc., 6.000% | | | 3,300 | | | | 2,979,570 | |
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Metals & Mining 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
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Alcoa, Inc., 5.375% | | | 95,000 | | | | 3,059,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Materials | | | | | | | 6,038,570 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 1.0% | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services 0.5% | |
| | |
Frontier Communications Corp., 11.125% | | | 32,500 | | | | 3,140,800 | |
| |
Wireless Telecommunication Services 0.5% | | | | | |
| | |
T-Mobile USA, Inc., 5.500% | | | 46,000 | | | | 2,840,960 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Telecommunication Services | | | | | | | 5,981,760 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
UTILITIES 0.5% | |
Multi-Utilities 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
| | |
CenterPoint Energy, Inc., 3.221%(c) | | | 44,000 | | | | 2,604,360 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Utilities | | | | | | | 2,604,360 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Convertible Preferred Stocks | | | | | |
(Cost: $117,172,767) | | | | 100,082,092 | |
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The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA FLEXIBLE CAPITAL INCOME FUND | | |
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | | | | | |
Limited Partnerships 1.3% | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
ENERGY 0.3% | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 0.3% | | | | | |
| | |
Enviva Partners LP | | | 115,000 | | | | 1,760,650 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Energy | | | | | | | 1,760,650 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
INDUSTRIALS 0.5% | |
Trading Companies & Distributors 0.5% | | | | | |
| | |
Fortress Transportation & Infrastructure Investors LLC | | | 261,468 | | | | 3,006,882 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Industrials | | | | | | | 3,006,882 | |
| | |
| | | | | | | | |
UTILITIES 0.5% | |
Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers 0.5% | |
| | |
8Point3 Energy Partners LP | | | 250,000 | | | | 3,057,500 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Utilities | | | | | | | 3,057,500 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Limited Partnerships | | | | | |
(Cost: $11,530,880) | | | | 7,825,032 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes 25.5% | |
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | | Principal Amount ($) | | | Value ($) | |
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE 1.1% | | | | | |
ADS Tactical, Inc.(b) | |
04/01/18 | | | 11.000% | | | | 6,398,000 | | | | 6,557,950 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
BANKING 1.2% | | | | | | | | | |
Popular, Inc. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
07/01/19 | | | 7.000% | | | | 7,500,000 | | | | 7,376,250 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
CABLE AND SATELLITE 0.6% | | | | | |
CCO Safari II LLC(b) | |
10/23/45 | | | 6.484% | | | | 3,400,000 | | | | 3,536,167 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
CHEMICALS 0.7% | | | | | |
A. Schulman, Inc.(b) | |
06/01/23 | | | 6.875% | | | | 4,000,000 | | | | 3,920,000 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY 1.2% | |
United Rentals North America, Inc. | |
11/15/24 | | | 5.750% | | | | 7,300,000 | | | | 7,377,526 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
DIVERSIFIED MANUFACTURING 2.2% | |
Gardner Denver, Inc.(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
08/15/21 | | | 6.875% | | | | 8,000,000 | | | | 6,540,000 | |
|
Hamilton Sundstrand Corp.(b) | |
12/15/20 | | | 7.750% | | | | 8,250,000 | | | | 6,166,875 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 12,706,875 | |
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Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued) | |
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | | Principal Amount ($) | | | Value ($) | |
FOOD AND BEVERAGE 1.1% | |
Post Holdings, Inc.(b) | |
12/01/21 | | | 6.750% | | | | 6,243,000 | | | | 6,336,645 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
HOME CONSTRUCTION 1.0% | |
Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc./Monarch, Inc.(b) | |
04/15/21 | | | 5.250% | | | | 6,000,000 | | | | 6,015,000 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
INDEPENDENT ENERGY 1.2% | |
Goodrich Petroleum Corp. | |
03/15/18 | | | 8.875% | | | | 1,676,000 | | | | 737,440 | |
03/15/19 | | | 8.875% | | | | 3,775,000 | | | | 604,000 | |
|
Stone Energy Corp. | |
11/15/22 | | | 7.500% | | | | 10,000,000 | | | | 5,700,000 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 7,041,440 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
LEISURE 1.0% | |
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.(b) | |
06/15/22 | | | 5.375% | | | | 6,002,000 | | | | 6,062,020 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
LODGING 0.7% | |
ESH Hospitality, Inc.(b) | |
05/01/25 | | | 5.250% | | | | 3,925,000 | | | | 3,875,937 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT 1.1% | |
AMC Networks, Inc. | |
12/15/22 | | | 4.750% | | | | 6,300,000 | | | | 6,260,625 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
METALS 0.7% | |
United States Steel Corp. | |
04/01/21 | | | 6.875% | | | | 8,400,000 | | | | 4,032,000 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
MIDSTREAM 1.0% | |
Blue Racer Midstream LLC/Finance Corp.(b) | |
11/15/22 | | | 6.125% | | | | 6,644,000 | | | | 5,913,160 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
OIL FIELD SERVICES 1.3% | |
Transocean, Inc. | |
03/15/18 | | | 6.000% | | | | 3,900,000 | | | | 3,724,500 | |
| | | |
Transocean, Inc.(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
10/15/17 | | | 3.000% | | | | 4,100,000 | | | | 3,874,500 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 7,599,000 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
OTHER INDUSTRY 1.2% | |
MasTec, Inc. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
03/15/23 | | | 4.875% | | | | 8,450,000 | | | | 7,140,250 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
PHARMACEUTICALS 1.8% | |
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(b) | |
09/01/23 | | | 7.875% | | | | 5,200,000 | | | | 4,329,000 | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA FLEXIBLE CAPITAL INCOME FUND | | |
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes (continued) | |
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | | Principal Amount ($) | | | Value ($) | |
Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc.(b) | |
03/01/23 | | | 5.500% | | | | 7,600,000 | | | | 6,517,000 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 10,846,000 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
PROPERTY & CASUALTY 1.1% | |
Radian Group, Inc. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
06/15/20 | | | 5.250% | | | | 6,400,000 | | | | 6,272,000 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
RETAILERS 1.1% | |
Rite Aid Corp. Junior Subordinated | |
02/15/27 | | | 7.700% | | | | 5,468,000 | | | | 6,739,310 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
SUPERMARKETS 1.1% | |
Safeway, Inc. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
02/01/31 | | | 7.250% | | | | 6,988,000 | | | | 6,621,130 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
TECHNOLOGY 1.7% | |
Equinix, Inc. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
01/01/25 | | | 5.750% | | | | 3,000,000 | | | | 3,037,500 | |
|
Micron Technology, Inc. | |
02/01/25 | | | 5.500% | | | | 7,400,000 | | | | 6,863,500 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 9,901,000 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
WIRELINES 1.4% | |
Frontier Communications Corp. | |
01/15/25 | | | 6.875% | | | | 3,100,000 | | | | 2,542,000 | |
|
Frontier Communications Corp.(b) | |
09/15/25 | | | 11.000% | | | | 5,940,000 | | | | 5,821,200 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 8,363,200 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Corporate Bonds & Notes | | | | | |
(Cost: $169,239,995) | | | | | | | | 150,493,485 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Convertible Bonds 17.2% | |
AUTOMOTIVE 1.5% | |
Navistar International Corp. | |
10/15/18 | | | 4.500% | | | | 2,990,000 | | | | 2,182,700 | |
04/15/19 | | | 4.750% | | | | 9,651,000 | | | | 7,003,007 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 9,185,707 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
HEALTH CARE 0.5% | |
Fluidigm Corp. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
02/01/34 | | | 2.750% | | | | 4,900,000 | | | | 3,254,335 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT 0.5% | |
Liberty Interactive LLC | | | | | | | | | | | | |
03/30/43 | | | 0.750% | | | | 1,840,000 | | | | 2,820,950 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
OIL FIELD SERVICES 0.9% | |
Cobalt International Energy, Inc. | |
12/01/19 | | | 2.625% | | | | 6,200,000 | | | | 4,460,900 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Convertible Bonds (continued) | |
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | | Principal Amount ($) | | | Value ($) | |
Energy XXI Ltd. | |
12/15/18 | | | 3.000% | | | | 6,500,000 | | | | 762,970 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 5,223,870 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
OTHER FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS 1.6% | |
American Energy-Permian Basin LLC Junior Subordinated PIK(b) | |
05/01/22 | | | 8.000% | | | | 3,432,000 | | | | 188,760 | |
|
Forest City Enterprises, Inc. | |
08/15/20 | | | 3.625% | | | | 5,897,000 | | | | 6,416,673 | |
|
Walter Investment Management Corp. | |
11/01/19 | | | 4.500% | | | | 4,410,000 | | | | 3,007,069 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 9,612,502 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
OTHER INDUSTRY 0.8% | |
General Cable Corp. Subordinated(c) | |
11/15/29 | | | 4.500% | | | | 6,700,000 | | | | 4,509,938 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
OTHER REIT 2.8% | |
Blackstone Mortgage Trust, Inc. | |
12/01/18 | | | 5.250% | | | | 4,260,000 | | | | 4,561,182 | |
|
Extra Space Storage LP(b) | |
10/01/35 | | | 3.125% | | | | 4,650,000 | | | | 5,071,406 | |
| | | |
RWT Holdings, Inc.(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
11/15/19 | | | 5.625% | | | | 3,900,000 | | | | 3,701,471 | |
|
Starwood Waypoint Residential Trust | |
10/15/17 | | | 4.500% | | | | 1,800,000 | | | | 1,814,238 | |
07/01/19 | | | 3.000% | | | | 1,400,000 | | | | 1,338,750 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 16,487,047 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
PHARMACEUTICALS 1.8% | |
ARIAD Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(b) | |
06/15/19 | | | 3.625% | | | | 2,850,000 | | | | 2,881,036 | |
|
Aegerion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | |
08/15/19 | | | 2.000% | | | | 8,600,000 | | | | 5,806,720 | |
|
Corsicanto Ltd. | |
01/15/32 | | | 3.500% | | | | 1,800,000 | | | | 1,716,750 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 10,404,506 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
PROPERTY & CASUALTY 1.1% | |
MGIC Investment Corp. Junior Subordinated(b)(c) | |
04/01/63 | | | 9.000% | | | | 5,200,000 | | | | 6,464,250 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
REFINING 0.4% | |
Clean Energy Fuels Corp.(b) | |
10/01/18 | | | 5.250% | | | | 4,250,000 | | | | 2,417,400 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
RETAILERS 0.6% | |
Iconix Brand Group, Inc. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
06/01/16 | | | 2.500% | | | | 3,700,000 | | | | 3,339,250 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA FLEXIBLE CAPITAL INCOME FUND | | |
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Convertible Bonds (continued) | |
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | | Principal Amount ($) | | | Value ($) | |
TECHNOLOGY 3.4% | |
Ciena Corp. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
12/15/20 | | | 4.000% | | | | 2,300,000 | | | | 3,342,187 | |
|
Exelixis, Inc. | |
08/15/19 | | | 4.250% | | | | 2,500,000 | | | | 2,970,313 | |
|
Mentor Graphics Corp. | |
04/01/31 | | | 4.000% | | | | 4,220,000 | | | | 4,449,462 | |
|
SunEdison, Inc.(b) | |
06/01/25 | | | 3.375% | | | | 5,600,000 | | | | 1,597,344 | |
|
TiVo, Inc. | |
10/01/21 | | | 2.000% | | | | 3,800,000 | | | | 3,323,670 | |
|
j2 Global, Inc. | |
06/15/29 | | | 3.250% | | | | 3,400,000 | | | | 4,413,625 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | | | | | 20,096,601 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
TOBACCO 0.7% | |
Vector Group Ltd.(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
04/15/20 | | | 1.750% | | | | 3,600,000 | | | | 4,266,792 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
WIRELESS 0.6% | |
Gogo, Inc.(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
03/01/20 | | | 3.750% | | | | 3,640,000 | | | | 3,645,424 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Convertible Bonds | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $118,819,529) | | | | | | | | | | | 101,728,572 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Preferred Debt 1.1% | |
Issuer | | Coupon Rate | | | Principal Amount ($) | | | Value ($) | |
BANKING 1.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Citigroup Capital XIII(c) | |
10/30/40 | | | 7.875% | | | | 240,000 | | | | 6,235,200 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Preferred Debt | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $6,234,684) | | | | | | | | | | | 6,235,200 | |
| | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Money Market Funds 0.8% | |
| | | | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
| | |
JPMorgan Prime Money Market Fund, Agency Shares, 0.010%(d) | | | | 4,732,883 | | | | 4,732,883 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Money Market Funds | | | | | |
(Cost: $4,732,883) | | | | 4,732,883 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Investments | | | | | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $634,408,128) | | | | | | | | 585,144,454 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | | | | 5,218,265 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net Assets | | | | | | | | | | | 590,362,719 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) | Non-income producing investment. |
(b) | Represents privately placed and other securities and instruments exempt from SEC registration (collectively, private placements), such as Section 4(a)(2) and Rule 144A eligible securities, which are often sold only to qualified institutional buyers. The Fund may invest in private placements determined to be liquid as well as those determined to be illiquid. Private placements may be determined to be liquid under guidelines established by the Fund’s Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $103,736,670 or 17.57% of net assets. |
(c) | Variable rate security. |
(d) | The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015. |
Abbreviation Legend
| | |
ADR | | American Depositary Receipt |
PIK | | Payment-in-Kind |
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund’s assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment’s level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset’s or liability’s fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
n | | Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments. |
n | | Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.). |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA FLEXIBLE CAPITAL INCOME FUND | | |
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
n | | Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments). |
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment’s fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
Foreign equity securities actively traded in markets where there is a significant delay in the local close relative to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) are classified as Level 2. The values of these securities may include an adjustment to reflect the impact of significant market movements following the close of local trading, as described in Note 2 to the financial statements — Security Valuation.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager’s Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager’s organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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10 | | Semiannual Report 2015 |
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| | COLUMBIA FLEXIBLE CAPITAL INCOME FUND | | |
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments at November 30, 2015:
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets ($) | | | Level 2 Other Significant Observable Inputs ($) | | | Level 3 Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | | Total ($) | |
Investments | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Common Stocks | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 13,045,800 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 13,045,800 | |
| | | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 12,706,275 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 12,706,275 | |
| | | | |
Energy | | | 16,176,000 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 16,176,000 | |
| | | | |
Financials | | | 44,494,254 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 44,494,254 | |
| | | | |
Health Care | | | 29,670,125 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 29,670,125 | |
| | | | |
Industrials | | | 26,412,585 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 26,412,585 | |
| | | | |
Information Technology | | | 41,615,700 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 41,615,700 | |
| | | | |
Materials | | | 6,516,250 | | | | 27,384 | | | | — | | | | 6,543,634 | |
| | | | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 6,397,300 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 6,397,300 | |
| | | | |
Utilities | | | 16,985,517 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 16,985,517 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Common Stocks | | | 214,019,806 | | | | 27,384 | | | | — | | | | 214,047,190 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Convertible Preferred Stocks | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 5,909,500 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 5,909,500 | |
| | | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 4,809,000 | | | | 6,046,157 | | | | — | | | | 10,855,157 | |
| | | | |
Energy | | | 10,026,100 | | | | 2,822,188 | | | | — | | | | 12,848,288 | |
| | | | |
Financials | | | 23,100,750 | | | | 16,094,322 | | | | — | | | | 39,195,072 | |
| | | | |
Health Care | | | 16,649,385 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 16,649,385 | |
| | | | |
Materials | | | 3,059,000 | | | | 2,979,570 | | | | — | | | | 6,038,570 | |
| | | | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 5,981,760 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 5,981,760 | |
| | | | |
Utilities | | | — | | | | 2,604,360 | | | | — | | | | 2,604,360 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Convertible Preferred Stocks | | | 69,535,495 | | | | 30,546,597 | | | | — | | | | 100,082,092 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Limited Partnerships | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Energy | | | 1,760,650 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,760,650 | |
| | | | |
Industrials | | | 3,006,882 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 3,006,882 | |
| | | | |
Utilities | | | 3,057,500 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 3,057,500 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Limited Partnerships | | | 7,825,032 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 7,825,032 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Corporate Bonds & Notes | | | — | | | | 150,493,485 | | | | — | | | | 150,493,485 | |
| | | | |
Convertible Bonds | | | — | | | | 101,728,572 | | | | — | | | | 101,728,572 | |
| | | | |
Preferred Debt | | | 6,235,200 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 6,235,200 | |
| | | | |
Money Market Funds | | | 4,732,883 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 4,732,883 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Investments | | | 302,348,416 | | | | 282,796,038 | | | | — | | | | 585,144,454 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The Fund’s assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are generally valued using the market approach, in which a security’s value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available. These assets include certain foreign securities for which a third party statistical pricing service may be employed for purposes of fair market valuation. The model utilized by such third party statistical pricing service takes into account a security’s correlation to available market data including, but not limited to, intraday index, ADR, and exchange-traded fund movements.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
Financial assets were transferred from Level 2 to Level 1 as the market for these assets was deemed to be active during the period and fair values were consequently obtained using quoted prices for identical assets rather than being based upon other observable market inputs as of period end.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
| | | | | | |
Transfers In | | Transfers Out |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) |
15,182,025 | | — | | — | | 15,182,025 |
| | | | | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Assets | | | | |
| |
Investments, at value | | | | |
| |
(identified cost $634,408,128) | | | $585,144,454 | |
| |
Receivable for: | | | | |
| |
Investments sold | | | 3,704,585 | |
| |
Capital shares sold | | | 549,934 | |
| |
Dividends | | | 1,465,513 | |
| |
Interest | | | 4,148,014 | |
| |
Foreign tax reclaims | | | 4,759 | |
| |
Prepaid expenses | | | 4,084 | |
| |
Other assets | | | 43,449 | |
| |
Total assets | | | 595,064,792 | |
| |
| |
Liabilities | | | | |
| |
Payable for: | | | | |
| |
Investments purchased | | | 2,671,517 | |
| |
Capital shares purchased | | | 1,836,808 | |
| |
Investment management fees | | | 31,519 | |
| |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 18,289 | |
| |
Transfer agent fees | | | 82,917 | |
| |
Compensation of board members | | | 20,624 | |
| |
Other expenses | | | 40,399 | |
| |
Total liabilities | | | 4,702,073 | |
| |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $590,362,719 | |
| |
| |
Represented by | | | | |
| |
Paid-in capital | | | $634,099,196 | |
| |
Undistributed net investment income | | | 2,068,366 | |
| |
Accumulated net realized gain | | | 3,458,831 | |
| |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | (49,263,674 | ) |
| |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $590,362,719 | |
| |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Class A | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $313,799,710 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 27,816,646 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $11.28 | |
| |
Maximum offering price per share(a) | | | $11.97 | |
| |
Class C | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $142,618,648 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 12,714,325 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $11.22 | |
| |
Class I | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $2,378 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 210 | |
| |
Net asset value per share(b) | | | $11.31 | |
| |
Class R | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $1,005,719 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 89,224 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $11.27 | |
| |
Class R4 | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $18,922,310 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,665,833 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $11.36 | |
| |
Class R5 | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $4,104,220 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 361,095 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $11.37 | |
| |
Class W | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $7,367 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 653 | |
| |
Net asset value per share(b) | | | $11.29 | |
| |
Class Z | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $109,902,367 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 9,741,689 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $11.28 | |
| |
(a) | The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%. |
(b) | Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Net investment income | | | | |
| |
Income: | | | | |
| |
Dividends | | | $9,832,768 | |
| |
Interest | | | 8,757,125 | |
| |
Foreign taxes withheld | | | (60,993 | ) |
| |
Total income | | | 18,528,900 | |
| |
| |
Expenses: | | | | |
| |
Investment management fees | | | 2,199,337 | |
| |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | | |
| |
Class A | | | 439,929 | |
| |
Class C | | | 782,417 | |
| |
Class R | | | 3,113 | |
| |
Class W | | | 11 | |
| |
Transfer agent fees | | | | |
| |
Class A | | | 242,237 | |
| |
Class C | | | 107,694 | |
| |
Class R | | | 857 | |
| |
Class R4 | | | 14,831 | |
| |
Class R5 | | | 1,082 | |
| |
Class W | | | 6 | |
| |
Class Z | | | 93,080 | |
| |
Compensation of board members | | | 9,005 | |
| |
Custodian fees | | | 3,699 | |
| |
Printing and postage fees | | | 30,466 | |
| |
Registration fees | | | 61,017 | |
| |
Audit fees | | | 15,916 | |
| |
Legal fees | | | 6,220 | |
| |
Other | | | 11,328 | |
| |
Total expenses | | | 4,022,245 | |
| |
Net investment income | | | 14,506,655 | |
| |
| |
Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | | | | |
| |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | (2,380,207 | ) |
| |
Net realized loss | | | (2,380,207 | ) |
| |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | (68,835,040 | ) |
| |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (68,835,040 | ) |
| |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (71,215,247 | ) |
| |
Net decrease in net assets from operations | | | $(56,708,592 | ) |
| |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
Operations | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment income | | | $14,506,655 | | | | $18,978,704 | |
| | |
Net realized gain (loss) | | | (2,380,207 | ) | | | 7,476,002 | |
| | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (68,835,040 | ) | | | (3,503,979 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (56,708,592 | ) | | | 22,950,727 | |
| |
| | |
Distributions to shareholders | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment income | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Class A | | | (7,672,235 | ) | | | (9,693,796 | ) |
| | |
Class C | | | (2,821,985 | ) | | | (2,873,702 | ) |
| | |
Class I | | | (464,728 | ) | | | (2,427,144 | ) |
| | |
Class R | | | (25,871 | ) | | | (19,858 | ) |
| | |
Class R4 | | | (494,015 | ) | | | (643,696 | ) |
| | |
Class R5 | | | (101,113 | ) | | | (218,490 | ) |
| | |
Class W | | | (192 | ) | | | (463 | ) |
| | |
Class Z | | | (3,118,199 | ) | | | (3,517,300 | ) |
| | |
Net realized gains | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (2,299,260 | ) |
| | |
Class C | | | — | | | | (914,453 | ) |
| | |
Class I | | | — | | | | (331,374 | ) |
| | |
Class R | | | — | | | | (3,910 | ) |
| | |
Class R4 | | | — | | | | (144,150 | ) |
| | |
Class R5 | | | — | | | | (30,995 | ) |
| | |
Class W | | | — | | | | (90 | ) |
| | |
Class Z | | | — | | | | (859,492 | ) |
| |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (14,698,338 | ) | | | (23,978,173 | ) |
| |
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (96,300,744 | ) | | | 409,819,949 | |
| |
Total increase (decrease) in net assets | | | (167,707,674 | ) | | | 408,792,503 | |
| | |
Net assets at beginning of period | | | 758,070,393 | | | | 349,277,890 | |
| |
Net assets at end of period | | | $590,362,719 | | | | $758,070,393 | |
| |
Undistributed net investment income | | | $2,068,366 | | | | $2,260,049 | |
| |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | | | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Class A shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 3,147,323 | | | | 37,329,922 | | | | 22,675,296 | | | | 280,937,098 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 638,043 | | | | 7,507,805 | | | | 959,724 | | | | 11,704,921 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (5,784,709 | ) | | | (67,095,820 | ) | | | (7,229,662 | ) | | | (88,809,257 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (1,999,343 | ) | | | (22,258,093 | ) | | | 16,405,358 | | | | 203,832,762 | |
| |
Class C shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 1,278,784 | | | | 15,128,509 | | | | 10,196,906 | | | | 125,638,940 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 216,123 | | | | 2,527,689 | | | | 283,361 | | | | 3,434,739 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (1,868,711 | ) | | | (21,567,427 | ) | | | (1,363,394 | ) | | | (16,645,108 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (373,804 | ) | | | (3,911,229 | ) | | | 9,116,873 | | | | 112,428,571 | |
| |
Class I shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 1,566 | | | | 18,875 | | | | 4,372 | | | | 54,892 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 37,656 | | | | 464,669 | | | | 223,649 | | | | 2,758,402 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (3,932,317 | ) | | | (47,354,841 | ) | | | (3,292,608 | ) | | | (40,850,898 | ) |
| |
Net decrease | | | (3,893,095 | ) | | | (46,871,297 | ) | | | (3,064,587 | ) | | | (38,037,604 | ) |
| |
Class R shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 17,742 | | | | 206,217 | | | | 126,363 | | | | 1,548,001 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 2,194 | | | | 25,820 | | | | 1,934 | | | | 23,668 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (40,287 | ) | | | (468,932 | ) | | | (60,939 | ) | | | (755,042 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (20,351 | ) | | | (236,895 | ) | | | 67,358 | | | | 816,627 | |
| |
Class R4 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 150,926 | | | | 1,819,699 | | | | 1,699,662 | | | | 21,283,404 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 41,603 | | | | 493,959 | | | | 64,177 | | | | 787,736 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (415,770 | ) | | | (4,864,768 | ) | | | (591,630 | ) | | | (7,311,366 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (223,241 | ) | | | (2,551,110 | ) | | | 1,172,209 | | | | 14,759,774 | |
| |
Class R5 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 21,322 | | | | 245,623 | | | | 554,069 | | | | 7,029,505 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 8,519 | | | | 101,056 | | | | 20,124 | | | | 249,373 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (39,342 | ) | | | (459,791 | ) | | | (652,674 | ) | | | (8,080,808 | ) |
| |
Net decrease | | | (9,501 | ) | | | (113,112 | ) | | | (78,481 | ) | | | (801,930 | ) |
| |
Class W shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 12 | | | | 137 | | | | 36 | | | | 448 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (197 | ) | | | (2,295 | ) | | | (455 | ) | | | (5,522 | ) |
| |
Net decrease | | | (185 | ) | | | (2,158 | ) | | | (419 | ) | | | (5,074 | ) |
| |
Class Z shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 2,277,799 | | | | 27,261,573 | | | | 12,716,763 | | | | 157,609,934 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | 211,982 | | | | 2,497,866 | | | | 279,991 | | | | 3,405,321 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (4,325,674 | ) | | | (50,116,289 | ) | | | (3,610,424 | ) | | | (44,188,432 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (1,835,893 | ) | | | (20,356,850 | ) | | | 9,386,330 | | | | 116,826,823 | |
| |
Total net increase (decrease) | | | (8,355,413 | ) | | | (96,300,744 | ) | | | 33,004,641 | | | | 409,819,949 | |
| |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund’s financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund’s portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class A | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $12.49 | | | | $12.59 | | | | $11.98 | | | | $10.32 | | | | $10.00 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.26 | | | | 0.39 | | | | 0.43 | | | | 0.45 | | | | 0.33 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.21 | ) | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.96 | | | | 1.69 | | | | 0.16 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.95 | ) | | | 0.41 | | | | 1.39 | | | | 2.14 | | | | 0.49 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.43 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | (0.43 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.00 | )(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.51 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (0.48 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $11.28 | | | | $12.49 | | | | $12.59 | | | | $11.98 | | | | $10.32 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (7.69 | %) | | | 3.37 | % | | | 12.17 | % | | | 21.18 | % | | | 4.97 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.08 | %(e) | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.17 | % | | | 1.85 | % | | | 2.02 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.08 | %(e) | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.02 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.10 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 4.39 | %(e) | | | 3.20 | % | | | 3.52 | % | | | 4.03 | % | | | 3.91 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $313,800 | | | | $372,408 | | | | $168,897 | | | | $15,534 | | | | $5,029 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 36 | % | | | 60 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 36 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from July 28, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class C | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $12.42 | | | | $12.52 | | | | $11.91 | | | | $10.28 | | | | $10.00 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.21 | | | | 0.30 | | | | 0.33 | | | | 0.37 | | | | 0.27 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.20 | ) | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.97 | | | | 1.67 | | | | 0.15 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.99 | ) | | | 0.31 | | | | 1.30 | | | | 2.04 | | | | 0.42 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.35 | ) | | | (0.36 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.00 | )(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.69 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $11.22 | | | | $12.42 | | | | $12.52 | | | | $11.91 | | | | $10.28 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (8.01 | %) | | | 2.61 | % | | | 11.38 | % | | | 20.26 | % | | | 4.27 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.83 | %(e) | | | 1.83 | % | | | 1.92 | % | | | 2.63 | % | | | 2.73 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.83 | %(e) | | | 1.82 | % | | | 1.78 | % | | | 1.85 | % | | | 1.85 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 3.65 | %(e) | | | 2.47 | % | | | 2.79 | % | | | 3.26 | % | | | 3.18 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $142,619 | | | | $162,563 | | | | $49,739 | | | | $1,925 | | | | $193 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 36 | % | | | 60 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 36 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from July 28, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class I | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $12.51 | | | | $12.61 | | | | $11.98 | | | | $10.32 | | | | $10.00 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.26 | | | | 0.43 | | | | 0.47 | | | | 0.48 | | | | 0.37 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.18 | ) | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.98 | | | | 1.69 | | | | 0.14 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.92 | ) | | | 0.45 | | | | 1.45 | | | | 2.17 | | | | 0.51 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.28 | ) | | | (0.47 | ) | | | (0.48 | ) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.00 | )(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.28 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | (0.82 | ) | | | (0.51 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $11.31 | | | | $12.51 | | | | $12.61 | | | | $11.98 | | | | $10.32 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (7.41 | %) | | | 3.75 | % | | | 12.69 | % | | | 21.55 | % | | | 5.14 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.66 | %(e) | | | 0.69 | % | | | 0.77 | % | | | 0.86 | % | | | 1.12 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(f) | | | 0.66 | %(e) | | | 0.67 | % | | | 0.69 | % | | | 0.78 | % | | | 0.74 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 4.05 | %(e) | | | 3.44 | % | | | 3.84 | % | | | 4.33 | % | | | 4.19 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $2 | | | | $48,686 | | | | $87,713 | | | | $84,270 | | | | $81,861 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 36 | % | | | 60 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 36 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from July 28, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $12.48 | | | | $12.58 | | | | $11.97 | | | | $10.31 | | | | $10.00 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.24 | | | | 0.36 | | | | 0.41 | | | | 0.42 | | | | 0.30 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.21 | ) | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.95 | | | | 1.69 | | | | 0.16 | (b) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.97 | ) | | | 0.38 | | | | 1.36 | | | | 2.11 | | | | 0.46 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.40 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) | | | (0.40 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.00 | )(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.48 | ) | | | (0.75 | ) | | | (0.45 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $11.27 | | | | $12.48 | | | | $12.58 | | | | $11.97 | | | | $10.31 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (7.82 | %) | | | 3.11 | % | | | 11.87 | % | | | 20.87 | % | | | 4.64 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.33 | %(e) | | | 1.34 | % | | | 1.41 | % | | | 2.12 | % | | | 2.42 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.33 | %(e) | | | 1.33 | % | | | 1.29 | % | | | 1.35 | % | | | 1.35 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 4.11 | %(e) | | | 2.94 | % | | | 3.38 | % | | | 3.79 | % | | | 3.48 | %(e) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $1,006 | | | | $1,368 | | | | $531 | | | | $3 | | | | $3 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 36 | % | | | 60 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 36 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from July 28, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R4 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $12.58 | | | | $12.68 | | | | $12.05 | | | | $10.93 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.28 | | | | 0.43 | | | | 0.47 | | | | 0.36 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.23 | ) | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.97 | | | | 1.08 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.95 | ) | | | 0.44 | | | | 1.44 | | | | 1.44 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | (0.47 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.54 | ) | | | (0.81 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $11.36 | | | | $12.58 | | | | $12.68 | | | | $12.05 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (7.60 | %) | | | 3.61 | % | | | 12.55 | % | | | 13.40 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.83 | %(c) | | | 0.83 | % | | | 0.92 | % | | | 1.59 | %(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.83 | %(c) | | | 0.82 | % | | | 0.77 | % | | | 0.85 | %(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 4.61 | %(c) | | | 3.45 | % | | | 3.83 | % | | | 4.28 | %(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $18,922 | | | | $23,755 | | | | $9,087 | | | | $897 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 36 | % | | | 60 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 63 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(d) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R5 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $12.58 | | | | $12.68 | | | | $12.05 | | | | $10.93 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.28 | | | | 0.42 | | | | 0.47 | | | | 0.37 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.21 | ) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.97 | | | | 1.07 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total from investment operations | | | (0.93 | ) | | | 0.45 | | | | 1.44 | | | | 1.44 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net investment income | | | (0.28 | ) | | | (0.47 | ) | | | (0.47 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.28 | ) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | (0.81 | ) | | | (0.32 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $11.37 | | | | $12.58 | | | | $12.68 | | | | $12.05 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (7.48 | %) | | | 3.66 | % | | | 12.55 | % | | | 13.41 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(b) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 0.74 | %(c) | | | 0.74 | % | | | 0.82 | % | | | 0.86 | %(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(d) | | | 0.74 | %(c) | | | 0.72 | % | | | 0.76 | % | | | 0.84 | %(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 4.74 | %(c) | | | 3.41 | % | | | 3.84 | % | | | 4.29 | %(c) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $4,104 | | | | $4,663 | | | | $5,695 | | | | $16,569 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 36 | % | | | 60 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 63 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from November 8, 2012 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(d) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class W | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $12.50 | | | | $12.60 | | | | $11.98 | | | | $10.32 | | | | $10.00 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income | | | 0.26 | | | | 0.38 | | | | 0.43 | | | | 0.44 | | | | 0.28 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.21 | ) | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.97 | | | | 1.69 | | | | 0.21 | (b) |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.95 | ) | | | 0.40 | | | | 1.40 | | | | 2.13 | | | | 0.49 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.00 | )(c) |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (0.47 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $11.29 | | | | $12.50 | | | | $12.60 | | | | $11.98 | | | | $10.32 | |
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Total return | | | (7.68 | %) | | | 3.33 | % | | | 12.22 | % | | | 21.13 | % | | | 4.92 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.06 | %(e) | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.17 | % | | | 1.91 | % | | | 1.76 | %(e) |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.06 | %(e) | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.10 | %(e) |
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Net investment income | | | 4.35 | %(e) | | | 3.08 | % | | | 3.52 | % | | | 3.97 | % | | | 3.23 | %(e) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $7 | | | | $10 | | | | $16 | | | | $4,875 | | | | $7,979 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 36 | % | | | 60 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 36 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from July 28, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(b) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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Class Z | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $12.49 | | | | $12.60 | | | | $11.98 | | | | $10.32 | | | | $10.00 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income | | | 0.27 | | | | 0.43 | | | | 0.46 | | | | 0.48 | | | | 0.36 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (1.21 | ) | | | 0.00 | (b) | | | 0.97 | | | | 1.68 | | | | 0.14 | (c) |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.94 | ) | | | 0.43 | | | | 1.43 | | | | 2.16 | | | | 0.50 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | (0.47 | ) | | | (0.45 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.34 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.00 | )(b) |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.54 | ) | | | (0.81 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $11.28 | | | | $12.49 | | | | $12.60 | | | | $11.98 | | | | $10.32 | |
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Total return | | | (7.58 | %) | | | 3.55 | % | | | 12.54 | % | | | 21.46 | % | | | 5.09 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 0.83 | %(e) | | | 0.83 | % | | | 0.92 | % | | | 1.61 | % | | | 1.82 | %(e) |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 0.83 | %(e) | | | 0.82 | % | | | 0.75 | % | | | 0.85 | % | | | 0.85 | %(e) |
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Net investment income | | | 4.61 | %(e)�� | | | 3.49 | % | | | 3.82 | % | | | 4.30 | % | | | 4.16 | %(e) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $109,902 | | | | $144,617 | | | | $27,600 | | | | $3,716 | | | | $1,126 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 36 | % | | | 60 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 36 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from July 28, 2011 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(c) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 1. Organization
Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class C, Class I, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class W and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust’s organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class W shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to investors purchasing through authorized
investment programs managed by investment professionals, including discretionary managed account programs.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.
Debt securities generally are valued by pricing services approved by the Board of Trustees (the Board) based upon market transactions for normal, institutional-size trading units of similar securities. The services may use various pricing techniques that take into account, as applicable, factors such as yield, quality, coupon rate, maturity, type of issue, trading characteristics and other data, as well as broker quotes. Debt securities for which quotations are not readily available or not believed to be reflective of market value may also be valued based
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
upon a bid quote from an approved independent broker-dealer. Debt securities maturing in 60 days or less are valued primarily at amortized cost value, unless this method results in a valuation that management believes does not approximate market value.
Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board, including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in
valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund’s Portfolio of Investments.
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.
Interest income is recorded on an accrual basis. Market premiums and discounts, including original issue discounts, are amortized and accreted, respectively, over the expected life of the security on all debt securities, unless otherwise noted.
The Fund may place a debt security on non-accrual status and reduce related interest income when it becomes probable that the interest will not be collected and the amount of uncollectible interest can be reasonably estimated. A defaulted debt security is removed from non-accrual status when the issuer resumes interest payments or when collectibility of interest is reasonably assured.
The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund’s management. Management’s estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.
Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.
The value of additional securities received as an income payment is recorded as income and increases the cost basis of such securities.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Foreign Taxes
The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.
Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each
jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid each calendar quarter. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed at least annually. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust’s organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund’s contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc.
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund’s average daily net assets that declines from 0.65% to 0.54% as the Fund’s net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.65% of the Fund’s average daily net assets.
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,392,346, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $139,237.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company’s expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $979.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund’s liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transactions with Affiliated Funds
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund engaged in purchase and/or sale transactions with funds that have a common investment manager (or affiliated
investment managers), common directors/trustees, and/or common officers. Those purchase and sale transactions complied with provisions of Rule 17a-7 under the 1940 Act and were $0 and $6,440,380, respectively. The sale transactions resulted in a net realized gain of $63,527.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund’s shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Class I shares do not pay transfer agency fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class R5 shares.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund’s annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
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Class A | | | 0.14 | % |
Class C | | | 0.14 | |
Class R | | | 0.14 | |
Class R4 | | | 0.14 | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | |
Class W | | | 0.13 | |
Class Z | | | 0.14 | |
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November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class’s initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, no minimum account balance fees were charged by the Fund.
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A and Class W shares, a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.50% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares (of which up to 0.25% may be used for shareholder services) and a fee at an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C shares. For Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $633,000 for Class C shares. This amount is based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015, and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. There were no unreimbursed distribution expenses for Class C shares. To the extent the distribution and/or shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor have been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is not charged to the share class.
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $248,198 for Class A and $25,437 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses
described below) for the periods disclosed below, unless sooner terminated at the sole discretion of the Board, so that the Fund’s net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund’s custodian, do not exceed the following annual rates as a percentage of the class’ average daily net assets:
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Class A | | | 1.30 | % | | | 1.16 | % |
Class C | | | 2.05 | | | | 1.91 | |
Class I | | | 0.95 | | | | 0.83 | |
Class R | | | 1.55 | | | | 1.41 | |
Class R4 | | | 1.05 | | | | 0.91 | |
Class R5 | | | 1.00 | | | | 0.88 | |
Class W | | | 1.30 | | | | 1.16 | |
Class Z | | | 1.05 | | | | 0.91 | |
Under the agreement governing these fee waivers and/or expense reimbursement arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. This agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
$634,408,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
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Unrealized appreciation | | $ | 25,432,000 | |
Unrealized depreciation | | | (74,696,000 | ) |
Net unrealized depreciation | | $ | (49,264,000 | ) |
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management’s conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund’s federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $237,282,351 and $326,808,417, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the
same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Note 7. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, affiliated shareholders of record owned 51.7% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
Credit Risk
Credit risk is the risk that the value of debt securities in the Fund’s portfolio may decline because the issuer may default and fail to pay interest or repay principal when due. Rating agencies assign credit ratings to debt securities to indicate their credit risk. Lower rated or unrated debt securities held by the Fund may present increased credit risk as compared to higher-rated debt securities.
Interest Rate Risk
Interest rate risk is the risk of losses attributable to changes in interest rates. In general, if prevailing interest rates rise, the values of debt securities tend to fall, and if interest rates fall, the values of debt securities tend to rise. Actions by governments and central banking authorities can result in increases in interest rates. Increasing interest rates may negatively affect the value of debt securities held by the Fund, resulting in a negative impact on the Fund’s performance and net asset value per share. In general, the longer the maturity or duration of a debt security, the greater its sensitivity to changes in interest rates.
Liquidity Risk
Liquidity risk is the risk associated with a lack of marketability of investments which may make it difficult to sell the investment at a desirable time or price. Changing regulatory, market or other conditions or
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
environments (for example, the interest rate or credit environments) may adversely affect the liquidity of the Fund’s investments. The Fund may have to accept a lower selling price for the holding, sell other investments, or forego another, more appealing investment opportunity. Generally, the less liquid the market at the time the Fund sells a portfolio investment, the greater the risk of loss or decline of value to the Fund. A less liquid market can lead to an increase in Fund redemptions, which may negatively impact Fund performance and net asset value per share, including, for example, if the Fund is forced to sell securities in a down market.
Note 8. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 6 above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
Note 9. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds’ Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their
business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).
On an annual basis, the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board’s consideration of advisory agreements and the Board’s legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management
The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.
The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer’s organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management’s ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board’s evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund’s and its service providers’ compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity’s ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund’s next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund’s investment performance met expectations.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund’s expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund’s contribution to Columbia Management’s profitability.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds’ performance and expenses, and JDL’s conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the “pricing philosophy” currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund’s total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was below the peer universe’s median expense ratio shown in the reports. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund’s management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL’s conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund’s Form N-Q is available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC’s Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund’s complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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Columbia Flexible Capital Income Fund
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies. All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804
© 2016 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
columbiathreadneedle.com/us
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SEMIANNUAL REPORT
November 30, 2015

COLUMBIA SELIGMAN COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION FUND



ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.
With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $471 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***
Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams’ investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.
Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.
* | | In U.S. dollars as of September 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q3 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data. |
** | | Source: ICI as of September 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. |
*** | | Source: Investment Association as of September 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited. |
© 2015 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.
Not part of the shareholder report
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,
Today’s investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today’s complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.
At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today’s investors:
| n | | Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement |
Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today’s market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.
n | | Navigate a changing interest rate environment |
Today’s uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can attempt to help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market’s ups and downs.
n | | Maximize after-tax returns |
In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.
n | | Grow assets to achieve financial goals |
We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today’s market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.
n | | Ease the impact of volatile markets |
Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it’s important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.
Find out today how we can help you confidently invest to realize your dreams. Please visit us at blog.columbiathreadneedleus.com/our-best-ideas to learn more about our unique investment solutions.
The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.
Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a mutual fund carefully before investing. For a free prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about a fund, visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The prospectus should be read carefully before investing.
Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
© 2016 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. All rights reserved.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.
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PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Performance Summary
n | | Columbia Seligman Communications and Information Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -1.22% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended November 30, 2015. |
n | | The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the S&P North American Technology Sector Index, which returned 5.45% during the same time period. |
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Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015) | |
| | Inception | | 6 Months cumulative | | | 1 Year | | | 5 Years | | | 10 Years | |
Class A | | 06/23/83 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -1.22 | | | | 13.41 | | | | 13.35 | | | | 11.32 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -6.90 | | | | 6.88 | | | | 12.01 | | | | 10.66 | |
Class B | | 04/22/96 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -1.22 | | | | 13.40 | | | | 12.99 | | | | 10.73 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -6.16 | | | | 8.55 | | | | 12.74 | | | | 10.73 | |
Class C | | 05/27/99 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -1.60 | | | | 12.54 | | | | 12.50 | | | | 10.49 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -2.58 | | | | 11.57 | | | | 12.50 | | | | 10.49 | |
Class I* | | 08/03/09 | | | -0.99 | | | | 13.92 | | | | 13.84 | | | | 11.62 | |
Class K* | | 08/03/09 | | | -1.15 | | | | 13.57 | | | | 13.49 | | | | 11.41 | |
Class R | | 04/30/03 | | | -1.35 | | | | 13.12 | | | | 13.06 | | | | 11.03 | |
Class R4* | | 08/03/09 | | | -1.09 | | | | 13.69 | | | | 13.46 | | | | 11.30 | |
Class R5 | | 11/30/01 | | | -1.02 | | | | 13.86 | | | | 13.78 | | | | 11.78 | |
Class Z* | | 09/27/10 | | | -1.09 | | | | 13.71 | | | | 13.66 | | | | 11.48 | |
S&P North American Technology Sector Index | | | | | 5.45 | | | | 10.74 | | | | 15.83 | | | | 9.97 | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund’s other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund’s prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
* | The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund’s oldest share class. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information. |
The S&P North American Technology Sector Index is an unmanaged modified capitalization-weighted index based on a universe of technology-related stocks.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Portfolio Management
Paul Wick
Shekhar Pramanick
Sanjay Devgan
Clark Westmont, CFA
Jeetil Patel
Morningstar Style Box™

The Morningstar Style Box™ is based on a fund’s portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.
© 2016 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.
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Top Ten Holdings (%) (at November 30, 2015) | | | | |
Lam Research Corp. | | | 9.0 | |
Synopsys, Inc. | | | 7.2 | |
Synaptics, Inc. | | | 5.9 | |
Teradyne, Inc. | | | 5.4 | |
Apple, Inc. | | | 5.0 | |
Broadcom Corp., Class A | | | 4.3 | |
Avago Technologies Ltd. | | | 4.2 | |
Qorvo, Inc. | | | 3.6 | |
Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. | | | 3.6 | |
Visa, Inc., Class A | | | 3.1 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled “Portfolio of Investments.”
Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.
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Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Common Stocks | | | 98.2 | |
Money Market Funds | | | 1.8 | |
Total | | | 100.0 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund’s portfolio composition is subject to change.
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Equity Sector Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 1.8 | |
Financials | | | 0.0 | (a) |
Health Care | | | 0.5 | |
Information Technology | | | 97.6 | |
Telecommunication Services | | | 0.1 | |
Total | | | 100.0 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund’s portfolio composition is subject to change.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND’S EXPENSES
(Unaudited)
As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund’s Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the “Actual” column is calculated using the Fund’s actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the “Actual” column. The amount listed in the “Hypothetical” column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund’s actual return) and then applies the Fund’s actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See “Compare With Other Funds” below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
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| | Account Value at the Beginning of the Period ($) | | | Account Value at the End of the Period ($) | | | Expenses Paid During the Period ($) | | | Fund’s Annualized Expense Ratio (%) | |
| | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 987.80 | | | | 1,018.40 | | | | 6.83 | | | | 6.94 | | | | 1.36 | |
Class B | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 987.80 | | | | 1,018.45 | | | | 6.78 | | | | 6.89 | | | | 1.35 | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 984.00 | | | | 1,014.61 | | | | 10.58 | | | | 10.74 | | | | 2.11 | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 990.10 | | | | 1,020.67 | | | | 4.58 | | | | 4.65 | | | | 0.91 | |
Class K | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 988.50 | | | | 1,019.11 | | | | 6.13 | | | | 6.23 | | | | 1.22 | |
Class R | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 986.50 | | | | 1,017.14 | | | | 8.08 | | | | 8.21 | | | | 1.61 | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 989.10 | | | | 1,019.66 | | | | 5.58 | | | | 5.67 | | | | 1.11 | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 989.80 | | | | 1,020.37 | | | | 4.88 | | | | 4.95 | | | | 0.97 | |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 989.10 | | | | 1,019.66 | | | | 5.58 | | | | 5.67 | | | | 1.11 | |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund’s most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
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| | COLUMBIA SELIGMAN COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION FUND | | |
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
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Common Stocks 97.1% | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 1.8% | �� |
Diversified Consumer Services 1.5% | |
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LifeLock, Inc.(a) | | | 4,322,700 | | | | 62,419,788 | |
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Media 0.3% | |
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Viacom, Inc., Class B | | | 220,900 | | | | 10,998,611 | |
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Total Consumer Discretionary | | | | | | | 73,418,399 | |
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FINANCIALS —% | |
Diversified Financial Services —% | |
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Hanei Corp.(a)(b)(c)(d) | | | 49,382 | | | | — | |
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Total Financials | | | | | | | — | |
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HEALTH CARE 0.5% | |
Health Care Technology 0.5% | |
| | |
Veeva Systems Inc., Class A(a) | | | 735,087 | | | | 21,214,611 | |
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Total Health Care | | | | | | | 21,214,611 | |
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 94.7% | |
Communications Equipment 5.9% | |
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Arista Networks, Inc.(a) | | | 878,757 | | | | 64,606,215 | |
| | |
Arris Group, Inc.(a) | | | 530,000 | | | | 16,202,100 | |
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Cisco Systems, Inc. | | | 2,817,900 | | | | 76,787,775 | |
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F5 Networks, Inc.(a) | | | 528,300 | | | | 54,414,900 | |
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Flashpoint Technology, Inc.(a)(b)(c)(d) | | | 246,914 | | | | — | |
| | |
Palo Alto Networks, Inc.(a) | | | 167,500 | | | | 31,379,450 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 243,390,440 | |
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Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components 0.1% | |
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Cognex Corp. | | | 116,900 | | | | 4,336,990 | |
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Internet Software & Services 6.9% | |
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Alphabet, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 126,600 | | | | 96,576,810 | |
| | |
Alphabet, Inc., Class C(a) | | | 153,851 | | | | 114,249,753 | |
| | |
eBay, Inc.(a) | | | 384,600 | | | | 11,380,314 | |
| | |
Facebook, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 506,300 | | | | 52,776,712 | |
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Q2 Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 400,159 | | | | 10,996,369 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 285,979,958 | |
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IT Services 7.1% | |
| | |
Computer Sciences Corp. | | | 733,700 | | | | 22,986,821 | |
| | |
CSRA, Inc.(a) | | | 733,700 | | | | 23,118,887 | |
| | |
Euronet Worldwide, Inc.(a) | | | 99,523 | | | | 7,734,927 | |
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Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. | | | 369,400 | | | | 23,519,698 | |
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PayPal Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 271,400 | | | | 9,569,564 | |
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Sabre Corp. | | | 733,131 | | | | 21,451,413 | |
| | |
Travelport Worldwide Ltd. | | | 3,653,606 | | | | 48,629,496 | |
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Vantiv, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 210,614 | | | | 11,101,464 | |
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Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Visa, Inc., Class A | | | 1,601,200 | | | | 126,510,812 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 294,623,082 | |
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Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 48.5% | |
| | |
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.(a)(e) | | | 2,471,270 | | | | 72,086,946 | |
| | |
Altera Corp. | | | 793,100 | | | | 41,875,680 | |
| | |
Applied Materials, Inc. | | | 604,500 | | | | 11,346,465 | |
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Atmel Corp. | | | 2,753,500 | | | | 23,817,775 | |
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Avago Technologies Ltd. | | | 1,301,931 | | | | 169,836,899 | |
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Broadcom Corp., Class A | | | 3,154,797 | | | | 172,346,560 | |
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Cavium, Inc.(a) | | | 676,348 | | | | 45,389,714 | |
| | |
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. | | | 2,218,200 | | | | 24,000,924 | |
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Freescale Semiconductor Holdings I Ltd.(a) | | | 1,030,892 | | | | 40,112,008 | |
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Lam Research Corp. | | | 4,654,432 | | | | 363,976,583 | |
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Lattice Semiconductor Corp.(a)(e) | | | 10,907,877 | | | | 68,610,546 | |
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Mattson Technology, Inc.(a)(e) | | | 7,490,187 | | �� | | 22,320,757 | |
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Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. | | | 3,765,800 | | | | 146,000,066 | |
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Micron Technology, Inc.(a) | | | 1,190,100 | | | | 18,958,293 | |
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Microsemi Corp.(a) | | | 2,528,889 | | | | 91,065,293 | |
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NXP Semiconductors NV(a) | | | 73,900 | | | | 6,906,694 | |
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Qorvo, Inc.(a) | | | 2,524,977 | | | | 146,625,414 | |
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Skyworks Solutions, Inc. | | | 1,163,326 | | | | 96,579,325 | |
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Synaptics, Inc.(a)(e) | | | 2,634,849 | | | | 236,530,395 | |
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Teradyne, Inc.(e) | | | 10,572,277 | | | | 219,691,916 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 2,018,078,253 | |
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Software 18.9% | |
| | |
Activision Blizzard, Inc. | | | 640,423 | | | | 24,118,330 | |
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AVG Technologies NV(a) | | | 1,751,500 | | | | 36,939,135 | |
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Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.(a) | | | 1,197,749 | | | | 104,551,510 | |
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Nuance Communications, Inc.(a) | | | 3,248,294 | | | | 67,986,794 | |
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Oracle Corp. | | | 505,400 | | | | 19,695,438 | |
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PTC, Inc.(a) | | | 283,300 | | | | 10,210,132 | |
| | |
Rovi Corp.(a)(e) | | | 4,555,000 | | | | 53,794,550 | |
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Salesforce.com, inc.(a) | | | 532,251 | | | | 42,415,082 | |
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SolarWinds, Inc.(a) | | | 1,648,217 | | | | 96,305,319 | |
| | |
Synopsys, Inc.(a) | | | 5,799,701 | | | | 290,449,026 | |
| | |
Verint Systems, Inc.(a) | | | 890,455 | | | | 41,717,817 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 788,183,133 | |
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Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 7.3% | |
| | |
Apple, Inc. | | | 1,701,500 | | | | 201,287,450 | |
| | |
CPI Card Group, Inc.(a) | | | 1,565,282 | | | | 15,198,888 | |
| | |
Electronics for Imaging, Inc.(a) | | | 1,123,891 | | | | 55,160,570 | |
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EMC Corp. | | | 629,900 | | | | 15,961,666 | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA SELIGMAN COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION FUND | | |
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
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Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co.(a) | | | 1,131,900 | | | | 16,820,034 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 304,428,608 | |
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Total Information Technology | | | | 3,939,020,464 | |
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TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES 0.1% | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services 0.1% | |
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AT&T, Inc. | | | 1 | | | | 33 | |
| | |
Ooma, Inc.(a) | | | 284,000 | | | | 2,201,000 | |
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Total | | | | | | | 2,201,033 | |
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Total Telecommunication Services | | | | 2,201,033 | |
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Total Common Stocks | | | | | |
(Cost: $2,800,422,018) | | | | | | | 4,035,854,507 | |
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Money Market Funds 1.8% | |
| | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(e)(f) | | | 75,979,627 | | | | 75,979,627 | |
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Total Money Market Funds | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $75,979,627) | | | | | | | 75,979,627 | |
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Total Investments | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $2,876,401,645) | | | | | | | 4,111,834,134 | |
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Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | | | 46,966,389 | |
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Net Assets | | | | | | | 4,158,800,523 | |
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Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) | Non-income producing investment. |
(b) | Identifies securities considered by the Investment Manager to be illiquid and may be difficult to sell. The aggregate value of such securities at November 30, 2015 was $0, which represents less than 0.01% of net assets. Information concerning such security holdings at November 30, 2015 is as follows: |
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Security Description | | Acquisition Dates | | | Cost ($) | |
Flashpiont Technology, Inc. | | | 09/10/1999 | | | | 1,000,844 | |
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Hanei Corp. | | | 09/10/1999 | | | | — | |
(c) | Negligible market value. |
(d) | Represents fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $0, which represents less than 0.01% of net assets. |
(e) | As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company’s outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows: |
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Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | | Purchase Cost ($) | | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | | Realized Gain (Loss) ($) | | | Ending Cost ($) | | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 55,210,807 | | | | 501,799,377 | | | | (481,030,557 | ) | | | — | | | | 75,979,627 | | | | 37,783 | | | | 75,979,627 | |
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Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. | | | 51,047,540 | | | | 1,255,763 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 52,303,303 | | | | — | | | | 72,086,946 | |
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Lattice Semiconductor Corp. | | | 64,666,693 | | | | 4,117,897 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 68,784,590 | | | | — | | | | 68,610,546 | |
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Mattson Technology, Inc. | | | 19,628,264 | | | | 2,805,628 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 22,433,892 | | | | — | | | | 22,320,757 | |
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Rovi Corp* | | | 60,147,464 | | | | 21,287,357 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 81,434,821 | | | | — | | | | 53,794,550 | |
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Synaptics, Inc. | | | 137,052,790 | | | | 13,739,436 | | | | (29,648,170 | ) | | | 5,202,325 | | | | 126,346,381 | | | | — | | | | 236,530,395 | |
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Teradyne, Inc.* | | | 166,467,341 | | | | 2,297,367 | | | | (3,727,643 | ) | | | 669,397 | | | | 165,706,462 | | | | 1,267,593 | | | | 219,691,916 | |
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Total | | | 554,220,899 | | | | 547,302,825 | | | | (514,406,370 | ) | | | 5,871,722 | | | | 592,989,076 | | | | 1,305,376 | | | | 749,014,737 | |
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| * | Issuer was not an affiliate for the entire period ended November 30, 2015. |
(f) | The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015. |
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund’s assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment’s level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset’s or liability’s fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
n | | Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments. |
n | | Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.). |
n | | Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments). |
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment’s fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager’s Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager’s organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments at November 30, 2015:
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| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets ($) | | | Level 2 Other Significant Observable Inputs ($) | | | Level 3 Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | | Total ($) | |
Investments | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Common Stocks | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Consumer Discretionary | | | 73,418,399 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 73,418,399 | |
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Financials | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0 | (a) | | | 0 | (a) |
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Health Care | | | 21,214,611 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 21,214,611 | |
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Information Technology | | | 3,939,020,464 | | | | — | | | | 0 | (a) | | | 3,939,020,464 | |
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Telecommunication Services | | | 2,201,033 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 2,201,033 | |
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Total Common Stocks | | | 4,035,854,507 | | | | — | | | | 0 | (a) | | | 4,035,854,507 | |
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Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 75,979,627 | | | | — | | | | 75,979,627 | |
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Total Investments | | | 4,035,854,507 | | | | 75,979,627 | | | | 0 | (a) | | | 4,111,834,134 | |
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See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
The Fund’s assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are valued based upon utilizing observable market inputs, in which a security’s value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available.
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
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Transfers In | | Transfers Out |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) |
— | | 55,210,807 | | 55,210,807 | | — |
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Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
The Fund does not hold any significant investments (greater than one percent of net assets) categorized as Level 3.
The Fund’s assets assigned to the Level 3 category are valued utilizing the valuation technique deemed the most appropriate in the circumstances. Certain common stocks and convertible preferred stocks classified as Level 3 are valued using a market approach. To determine fair value for these securities, management considered various factors which may have included, but were not limited to, the Fund’s pro-rata interest in the company’s capital balance, estimated earnings of the respective company, and the position of the security within the respective company’s capital structure. Significant increases (decreases) to any of these inputs would result in a significantly lower (higher) fair value measurement. Generally, a change in the fund’s pro-rata interest would result in a change to the company’s capital balance.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
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Assets | | | | |
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Investments, at value | | | | |
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Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $2,283,412,569) | | | $3,362,819,397 | |
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Affiliated issuers (identified cost $592,989,076) | | | 749,014,737 | |
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Total investments (identified cost $2,876,401,645) | | | 4,111,834,134 | |
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Receivable for: | | | | |
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Investments sold | | | 63,040,937 | |
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Capital shares sold | | | 2,820,700 | |
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Dividends | | | 3,012,314 | |
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Prepaid expenses | | | 12,998 | |
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Total assets | | | 4,180,721,083 | |
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Liabilities | | | | |
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Payable for: | | | | |
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Investments purchased | | | 14,168,552 | |
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Capital shares purchased | | | 5,373,525 | |
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Investment management fees | | | 304,969 | |
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Distribution and/or service fees | | | 126,260 | |
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Transfer agent fees | | | 795,624 | |
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Plan administration fees | | | 11 | |
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Compensation of board members | | | 138,492 | |
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Other expenses | | | 1,013,127 | |
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Total liabilities | | | 21,920,560 | |
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Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $4,158,800,523 | |
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Represented by | | | | |
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Paid-in capital | | | $2,476,871,750 | |
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Excess of distributions over net investment income | | | (6,544,206 | ) |
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Accumulated net realized gain | | | 453,040,490 | |
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Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
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Investments — unaffiliated issuers | | | 1,079,406,828 | |
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Investments — affiliated issuers | | | 156,025,661 | |
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Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $4,158,800,523 | |
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The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
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Class A | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $2,880,027,196 | |
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Shares outstanding | | | 46,317,633 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $62.18 | |
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Maximum offering price per share(a) | | | $65.97 | |
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Class B | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $16,436,061 | |
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Shares outstanding | | | 344,417 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $47.72 | |
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Class C | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $788,656,621 | |
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Shares outstanding | | | 16,679,289 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $47.28 | |
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Class I | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $3,616 | |
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Shares outstanding | | | 54 | |
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Net asset value per share(b) | | | $66.81 | |
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Class K | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $53,843 | |
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Shares outstanding | | | 821 | |
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Net asset value per share(b) | | | $65.60 | |
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Class R | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $51,901,467 | |
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Shares outstanding | | | 866,998 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $59.86 | |
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Class R4 | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $23,175,262 | |
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Shares outstanding | | | 380,884 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $60.85 | |
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Class R5 | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $49,755,393 | |
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Shares outstanding | | | 746,907 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $66.62 | |
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Class Z | | | | |
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Net assets | | | $348,791,064 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 5,256,212 | |
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Net asset value per share | | | $66.36 | |
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(a) | The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%. |
(b) | Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA SELIGMAN COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION FUND | | |
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
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Net investment income | | | | |
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Income: | | | | |
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Dividends — unaffiliated issuers | | | $21,297,200 | |
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Dividends — affiliated issuers | | | 1,305,376 | |
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Foreign taxes withheld | | | (89,012 | ) |
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Total income | | | 22,513,564 | |
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Expenses: | | | | |
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Investment management fees | | | 18,030,965 | |
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Distribution and/or service fees | | | | |
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Class A | | | 3,490,867 | |
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Class B | | | 23,104 | |
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Class C | | | 3,838,485 | |
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Class R | | | 125,771 | |
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Transfer agent fees | | | | |
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Class A | | | 2,596,820 | |
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Class B | | | 17,205 | |
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Class C | | | 713,831 | |
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Class K | | | 12 | |
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Class R | | | 46,778 | |
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Class R4 | | | 19,889 | |
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Class R5 | | | 10,284 | |
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Class Z | | | 308,363 | |
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Plan administration fees | | | | |
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Class K | | | 60 | |
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Compensation of board members | | | 27,192 | |
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Custodian fees | | | 15,822 | |
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Printing and postage fees | | | 151,923 | |
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Registration fees | | | 80,734 | |
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Audit fees | | | 11,548 | |
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Legal fees | | | 19,325 | |
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Other | | | 86,865 | |
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Total expenses | | | 29,615,843 | |
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Expense reductions | | | (10,392 | ) |
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Total net expenses | | | 29,605,451 | |
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Net investment loss | | | (7,091,887 | ) |
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Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | | | | |
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Net realized gain (loss) on: | | | | |
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Investments — unaffiliated issuers | | | 151,847,706 | |
| |
Investments — affiliated issuers | | | 5,871,722 | |
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Net realized gain | | | 157,719,428 | |
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Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
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Investments — unaffiliated issuers | | | (143,320,127 | ) |
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Investments — affiliated issuers | | | (66,729,016 | ) |
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Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (210,049,143 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (52,329,715 | ) |
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Net decrease in net assets from operations | | | $(59,421,602 | ) |
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The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
Operations | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment loss | | | $(7,091,887 | ) | | | $(26,014,027 | ) |
| | |
Net realized gain | | | 157,719,428 | | | | 565,425,823 | |
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Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (210,049,143 | ) | | | 488,006,016 | |
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (59,421,602 | ) | | | 1,027,417,812 | |
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Distributions to shareholders | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net realized gains | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (306,529,506 | ) |
| | |
Class B | | | — | | | | (3,604,514 | ) |
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Class C | | | — | | | | (98,327,154 | ) |
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Class I | | | — | | | | (402 | ) |
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Class K | | | — | | | | (4,223 | ) |
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Class R | | | — | | | | (5,664,152 | ) |
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Class R4 | | | — | | | | (1,711,256 | ) |
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Class R5 | | | — | | | | (2,953,391 | ) |
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Class Z | | | — | | | | (31,023,422 | ) |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (449,818,020 | ) |
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Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (49,485,684 | ) | | | 233,690,427 | |
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Total increase (decrease) in net assets | | | (108,907,286 | ) | | | 811,290,219 | |
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Net assets at beginning of period | | | 4,267,707,809 | | | | 3,456,417,590 | |
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Net assets at end of period | | | $4,158,800,523 | | | | $4,267,707,809 | |
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Undistributed (excess of distributions over) net investment income | | | $(6,544,206 | ) | | | $547,681 | |
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The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | | | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Class A shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions(a) | | | 1,959,451 | | | | 115,636,112 | | | | 3,668,239 | | | | 210,468,976 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 5,054,132 | | | | 275,905,100 | |
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Redemptions | | | (2,983,184 | ) | | | (175,010,309 | ) | | | (7,186,799 | ) | | | (414,166,263 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (1,023,733 | ) | | | (59,374,197 | ) | | | 1,535,572 | | | | 72,207,813 | |
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Class B shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions | | | 2,133 | | | | 98,357 | | | | 15,430 | | | | 654,430 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 68,172 | | | | 2,856,405 | |
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Redemptions(a) | | | (120,484 | ) | | | (5,482,696 | ) | | | (270,254 | ) | | | (12,079,325 | ) |
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Net decrease | | | (118,351 | ) | | | (5,384,339 | ) | | | (186,652 | ) | | | (8,568,490 | ) |
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Class C shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 564,389 | | | | 25,484,077 | | | | 1,128,348 | | | | 49,569,036 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1,935,632 | | | | 80,948,037 | |
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Redemptions | | | (852,415 | ) | | | (38,066,842 | ) | | | (1,829,247 | ) | | | (81,707,140 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (288,026 | ) | | | (12,582,765 | ) | | | 1,234,733 | | | | 48,809,933 | |
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Class K shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 117 | | | | 7,217 | | | | 1,164 | | | | 69,672 | |
| | | | |
Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 67 | | | | 3,832 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (33 | ) | | | (2,061 | ) | | | (2,367 | ) | | | (141,477 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | 84 | | | | 5,156 | | | | (1,136 | ) | | | (67,973 | ) |
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Class R shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 157,838 | | | | 8,870,302 | | | | 340,459 | | | | 18,939,538 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 93,301 | | | | 4,916,054 | |
| | | | |
Redemptions | | | (173,904 | ) | | | (9,834,669 | ) | | | (364,947 | ) | | | (20,212,299 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (16,066 | ) | | | (964,367 | ) | | | 68,813 | | | | 3,643,293 | |
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Class R4 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 66,125 | | | | 3,853,059 | | | | 168,503 | | | | 9,494,563 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 8,421 | | | | 448,759 | |
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Redemptions | | | (50,775 | ) | | | (2,988,658 | ) | | | (79,162 | ) | | | (4,390,154 | ) |
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Net increase | | | 15,350 | | | | 864,401 | | | | 97,762 | | | | 5,553,168 | |
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Class R5 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Subscriptions | | | 370,898 | | | | 22,925,690 | | | | 254,569 | | | | 15,636,055 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 44,986 | | | | 2,621,306 | |
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Redemptions | | | (150,274 | ) | | | (9,075,154 | ) | | | (201,354 | ) | | | (12,591,641 | ) |
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Net increase | | | 220,624 | | | | 13,850,536 | | | | 98,201 | | | | 5,665,720 | |
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Class Z shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions | | | 706,373 | | | | 44,840,900 | | | | 2,145,938 | | | | 131,654,680 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 392,614 | | | | 22,818,712 | |
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Redemptions | | | (495,735 | ) | | | (30,741,009 | ) | | | (783,359 | ) | | | (48,026,429 | ) |
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Net increase | | | 210,638 | | | | 14,099,891 | | | | 1,755,193 | | | | 106,446,963 | |
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Total net increase (decrease) | | | (999,480 | ) | | | (49,485,684 | ) | | | 4,602,486 | | | | 233,690,427 | |
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(a) | Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA SELIGMAN COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION FUND | | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund’s financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund’s portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class A | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $62.95 | | | | $54.27 | | | | $45.03 | | | | $42.89 | | | | $40.80 | | | | $44.71 | | | | $38.78 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.27 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) | | | (0.29 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.70 | ) | | | 16.09 | | | | 10.29 | | | | 5.15 | | | | 2.17 | | | | (1.88 | ) | | | 6.20 | |
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Increase from payment by affiliate | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.01 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.77 | ) | | | 15.76 | | | | 10.02 | | | | 4.86 | | | | 2.03 | | | | (2.16 | ) | | | 5.92 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (7.08 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (7.08 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.06 | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $62.18 | | | | $62.95 | | | | $54.27 | | | | $45.03 | | | | $42.89 | | | | $40.80 | | | | $44.71 | |
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Total return | | | (1.22 | %) | | | 31.04 | % | | | 22.48 | % | | | 11.87 | % | | | 5.12 | %(b) | | | (4.86 | %)(c) | | | 15.29 | %(d)(e) |
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Ratios to average net assets(f) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.36 | %(g) | | | 1.35 | % | | | 1.41 | %(h) | | | 1.37 | %(h) | | | 1.34 | %(g) | | | 1.35 | %(h) | | | 1.36 | % |
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Total net expenses(i) | | | 1.36 | %(g)(j) | | | 1.35 | %(j) | | | 1.41 | %(h)(j) | | | 1.37 | %(h)(j) | | | 1.34 | %(g) | | | 1.35 | %(h)(j) | | | 1.36 | % |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.23 | %)(g) | | | (0.57 | %) | | | (0.55 | %) | | | (0.66 | %) | | | (0.72 | %)(g) | | | (0.65 | %) | | | (0.72 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $2,880,027 | | | | $2,980,017 | | | | $2,486,060 | | | | $2,411,838 | | | | $2,573,957 | | | | $2,536,229 | | | | $3,066,071 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 28 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 38 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 105 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.12%. |
(c) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.02%. |
(e) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.03%. |
(f) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(h) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(i) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(j) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA SELIGMAN COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION FUND | | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class B | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $48.31 | | | | $43.10 | | | | $35.91 | | | | $34.89 | | | | $33.29 | | | | $37.09 | | | | $32.42 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | |
Net investment loss | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.26 | ) | | | (0.21 | ) | | | (0.39 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.52 | ) | | | (0.49 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.52 | ) | | | 12.55 | | | | 8.18 | | | | 4.13 | | | | 1.78 | | | | (1.53 | ) | | | 5.14 | |
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Increase from payment by affiliate | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) | | | 0.01 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.59 | ) | | | 12.29 | | | | 7.97 | | | | 3.74 | | | | 1.55 | | | | (2.05 | ) | | | 4.66 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (7.08 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (7.08 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.05 | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $47.72 | | | | $48.31 | | | | $43.10 | | | | $35.91 | | | | $34.89 | | | | $33.29 | | | | $37.09 | |
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Total return | | | (1.22 | %) | | | 31.03 | % | | | 22.48 | % | | | 11.39 | % | | | 4.81 | %(c) | | | (5.57 | %)(d) | | | 14.40 | %(e)(f) |
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Ratios to average net assets(g) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.35 | %(h) | | | 1.35 | % | | | 1.41 | %(i)(j) | | | 1.83 | %(i)(j) | | | 2.10 | %(h) | | | 2.10 | %(i) | | | 2.11 | % |
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Total net expenses(k) | | | 1.35 | %(h)(l) | | | 1.35 | %(l) | | | 1.41 | %(i)(l) | | | 1.83 | %(i)(l) | | | 2.10 | %(h) | | | 2.10 | %(i)(l) | | | 2.11 | % |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.29 | %)(h) | | | (0.57 | %) | | | (0.54 | %) | | | (1.13 | %) | | | (1.47 | %)(h) | | | (1.40 | %) | | | (1.48 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $16,436 | | | | $22,356 | | | | $27,991 | | | | $36,917 | | | | $49,373 | | | | $54,282 | | | | $85,897 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 28 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 38 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 105 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(c) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.12%. |
(d) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(e) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.02%. |
(f) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.03%. |
(g) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(i) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(j) | Gross expense ratio has been revised to conform to current year presentation. |
(k) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(l) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class C | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $48.05 | | | | $42.68 | | | | $35.83 | | | | $34.91 | | | | $33.32 | | | | $37.12 | | | | $32.44 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.59 | ) | | | (0.50 | ) | | | (0.49 | ) | | | (0.23 | ) | | | (0.51 | ) | | | (0.49 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.55 | ) | | | 12.45 | | | | 8.13 | | | | 4.13 | | | | 1.77 | | | | (1.54 | ) | | | 5.15 | |
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Increase from payment by affiliate | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) | | | 0.01 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.77 | ) | | | 11.86 | | | | 7.63 | | | | 3.64 | | | | 1.54 | | | | (2.05 | ) | | | 4.67 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (6.49 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (6.49 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.05 | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $47.28 | | | | $48.05 | | | | $42.68 | | | | $35.83 | | | | $34.91 | | | | $33.32 | | | | $37.12 | |
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Total return | | | (1.60 | %) | | | 30.05 | % | | | 21.57 | % | | | 11.06 | % | | | 4.77 | %(c) | | | (5.56 | %)(d) | | | 14.43 | %(e)(f) |
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Ratios to average net assets(g) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 2.11 | %(h) | | | 2.10 | % | | | 2.16 | %(i) | | | 2.12 | %(i) | | | 2.09 | %(h) | | | 2.10 | %(i) | | | 2.11 | % |
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Total net expenses(j) | | | 2.11 | %(h)(k) | | | 2.10 | %(k) | | | 2.16 | %(i)(k) | | | 2.12 | %(i)(k) | | | 2.09 | %(h) | | | 2.10 | %(i)(k) | | | 2.11 | % |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.99 | %)(h) | | | (1.31 | %) | | | (1.30 | %) | | | (1.41 | %) | | | (1.47 | %)(h) | | | (1.40 | %) | | | (1.48 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $788,657 | | | | $815,273 | | | | $671,468 | | | | $633,180 | | | | $668,588 | | | | $670,843 | | | | $767,800 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 28 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 38 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 105 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(c) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.12%. |
(d) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(e) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.02%. |
(f) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.03%. |
(g) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(i) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(j) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(k) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA SELIGMAN COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION FUND | | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class I | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $67.48 | | | | $57.80 | | | | $47.70 | | | | $45.08 | | | | $42.82 | | | | $46.62 | | | | $40.29 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.07 | | | | (0.08 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) | | | (0.20 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.74 | ) | | | 17.18 | | | | 10.94 | | | | 5.45 | | | | 2.26 | | | | (1.86 | ) | | | 6.44 | |
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Increase from payment by affiliate | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.01 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.67 | ) | | | 17.10 | | | | 10.88 | | | | 5.34 | | | | 2.20 | | | | (2.05 | ) | | | 6.32 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (7.42 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (7.42 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.06 | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $66.81 | | | | $67.48 | | | | $57.80 | | | | $47.70 | | | | $45.08 | | | | $42.82 | | | | $46.62 | |
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Total return | | | (0.99 | %) | | | 31.58 | % | | | 23.03 | % | | | 12.37 | % | | | 5.28 | %(b) | | | (4.43 | %)(c) | | | 15.71 | %(d)(e) |
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Ratios to average net assets(f) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 0.91 | %(g) | | | 0.91 | % | | | 0.97 | %(h) | | | 0.94 | %(h) | | | 0.92 | %(g) | | | 0.90 | %(h) | | | 0.96 | % |
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Total net expenses(i) | | | 0.91 | %(g) | | | 0.91 | % | | | 0.97 | %(h) | | | 0.94 | %(h) | | | 0.92 | %(g) | | | 0.90 | %(h) | | | 0.96 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.21 | %(g) | | | (0.12 | %) | | | (0.11 | %) | | | (0.23 | %) | | | (0.30 | %)(g) | | | (0.41 | %) | | | (0.31 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $4 | | | | $4 | | | | $3 | | | | $7 | | | | $7 | | | | $6 | | | | $55,590 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 28 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 38 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 105 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.12%. |
(c) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.02%. |
(e) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.03%. |
(f) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(h) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(i) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class K | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $66.36 | | | | $56.90 | | | | $47.12 | | | | $44.69 | | | | $42.50 | | | | $46.42 | | | | $40.24 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.33 | ) | | | (0.22 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.25 | ) | | | (0.24 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.74 | ) | | | 16.97 | | | | 10.78 | | | | 5.39 | | | | 2.25 | | | | (1.93 | ) | | | 6.40 | |
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Increase from payment by affiliate | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.01 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.76 | ) | | | 16.64 | | | | 10.56 | | | | 5.15 | | | | 2.13 | | | | (2.17 | ) | | | 6.17 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (7.18 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (7.18 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.06 | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $65.60 | | | | $66.36 | | | | $56.90 | | | | $47.12 | | | | $44.69 | | | | $42.50 | | | | $46.42 | |
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Total return | | | (1.15 | %) | | | 31.18 | % | | | 22.63 | % | | | 12.04 | % | | | 5.15 | %(b) | | | (4.71 | %)(c) | | | 15.36 | %(d)(e) |
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Ratios to average net assets(f) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.22 | %(g) | | | 1.24 | % | | | 1.27 | %(h) | | | 1.24 | %(h) | | | 1.23 | %(g) | | | 1.23 | %(h) | | | 1.26 | % |
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Total net expenses(i) | | | 1.22 | %(g) | | | 1.24 | % | | | 1.27 | %(h) | | | 1.24 | %(h) | | | 1.23 | %(g) | | | 1.23 | %(h) | | | 1.26 | % |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.07 | %)(g) | | | (0.54 | %) | | | (0.44 | %) | | | (0.53 | %) | | | (0.60 | %)(g) | | | (0.54 | %) | | | (0.58 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $54 | | | | $49 | | | | $107 | | | | $969 | | | | $1,172 | | | | $1,061 | | | | $507 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 28 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 38 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 105 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.12%. |
(c) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.02%. |
(e) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.03%. |
(f) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(h) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(i) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA SELIGMAN COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION FUND | | |
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class R | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $60.68 | | | | $52.49 | | | | $43.69 | | | | $41.78 | | | | $39.79 | | | | $43.75 | | | | $38.09 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.14 | ) | | | (0.46 | ) | | | (0.38 | ) | | | (0.39 | ) | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.39 | ) | | | (0.41 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.68 | ) | | | 15.53 | | | | 9.96 | | | | 5.02 | | | | 2.12 | | | | (1.83 | ) | | | 6.05 | |
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Increase from payment by affiliate | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.01 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.82 | ) | | | 15.07 | | | | 9.58 | | | | 4.63 | | | | 1.94 | | | | (2.21 | ) | | | 5.65 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (6.88 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (6.88 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.05 | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $59.86 | | | | $60.68 | | | | $52.49 | | | | $43.69 | | | | $41.78 | | | | $39.79 | | | | $43.75 | |
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Total return | | | (1.35 | %) | | | 30.70 | % | | | 22.16 | % | | | 11.63 | % | | | 5.00 | %(b) | | | (5.08 | %)(c) | | | 14.86 | %(d)(e) |
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Ratios to average net assets(f) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.61 | %(g) | | | 1.60 | % | | | 1.66 | %(h) | | | 1.62 | %(h) | | | 1.59 | %(g) | | | 1.60 | %(h) | | | 1.70 | % |
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Total net expenses(i) | | | 1.61 | %(g)(j) | | | 1.60 | %(j) | | | 1.66 | %(h)(j) | | | 1.62 | %(h)(j) | | | 1.59 | %(g) | | | 1.60 | %(h)(j) | | | 1.70 | % |
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Net investment loss | | | (0.48 | %)(g) | | | (0.82 | %) | | | (0.80 | %) | | | (0.92 | %) | | | (0.98 | %)(g) | | | (0.90 | %) | | | (1.06 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $51,901 | | | | $53,583 | | | | $42,742 | | | | $41,000 | | | | $41,829 | | | | $43,815 | | | | $47,554 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 28 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 38 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 105 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.12%. |
(c) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.02%. |
(e) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.03%. |
(f) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(h) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(i) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(j) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class R4 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $61.52 | | | | $53.23 | | | | $44.08 | | | | $42.00 | | | | $39.98 | | | | $43.89 | | | | $38.13 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.18 | ) | | | (0.17 | ) | | | (0.30 | ) | | | (0.16 | ) | | | (0.38 | ) | | | (0.35 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.68 | ) | | | 15.75 | | | | 10.10 | | | | 5.10 | | | | 2.13 | | | | (1.79 | ) | | | 6.09 | |
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Increase from payment by affiliate | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.01 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.67 | ) | | | 15.57 | | | | 9.93 | | | | 4.80 | | | | 1.97 | | | | (2.16 | ) | | | 5.75 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (7.28 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (7.28 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Increase from payment by affiliate | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.05 | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $60.85 | | | | $61.52 | | | | $53.23 | | | | $44.08 | | | | $42.00 | | | | $39.98 | | | | $43.89 | |
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Total return | | | (1.09 | %) | | | 31.35 | % | | | 22.76 | % | | | 11.99 | % | | | 5.05 | %(b) | | | (4.95 | %)(c) | | | 15.11 | %(d)(e) |
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Ratios to average net assets(f) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.11 | %(g) | | | 1.11 | % | | | 1.16 | %(h) | | | 1.22 | %(h) | | | 1.48 | %(g) | | | 1.47 | %(h) | | | 1.51 | % |
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Total net expenses(i) | | | 1.11 | %(g)(j) | | | 1.11 | %(j) | | | 1.16 | %(h)(j) | | | 1.22 | %(h) | | | 1.48 | %(g) | | | 1.47 | %(h) | | | 1.51 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.04 | %(g) | | | (0.31 | %) | | | (0.35 | %) | | | (0.71 | %) | | | (0.85 | %)(g) | | | (0.85 | %) | | | (0.90 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $23,175 | | | | $22,487 | | | | $14,254 | | | | $588 | | | | $26 | | | | $23 | | | | $96 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 28 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 38 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 105 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.12%. |
(c) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.02%. |
(e) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.03%. |
(f) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(h) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(i) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(j) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class R5 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $67.31 | | | | $57.65 | | | | $47.61 | | | | $45.03 | | | | $42.77 | | | | $46.60 | | | | $40.28 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.07 | | | | (0.11 | ) | | | (0.10 | ) | | | (0.13 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.12 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.76 | ) | | | 17.15 | | | | 10.92 | | | | 5.43 | | | | 2.27 | | | | (1.97 | ) | | | 6.45 | |
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Increase from payment by affiliate | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.01 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.69 | ) | | | 17.04 | | | | 10.82 | | | | 5.30 | | | | 2.20 | | | | (2.08 | ) | | | 6.31 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (7.38 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (7.38 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.06 | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $66.62 | | | | $67.31 | | | | $57.65 | | | | $47.61 | | | | $45.03 | | | | $42.77 | | | | $46.60 | |
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Total return | | | (1.02 | %) | | | 31.54 | % | | | 22.94 | % | | | 12.29 | % | | | 5.28 | %(b) | | | (4.49 | %)(c) | | | 15.69 | %(d)(e) |
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Ratios to average net assets(f) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 0.97 | %(g) | | | 0.97 | % | | | 1.03 | %(h) | | | 0.99 | %(h) | | | 0.98 | %(g) | | | 0.97 | %(h) | | | 1.00 | % |
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Total net expenses(i) | | | 0.97 | %(g) | | | 0.97 | % | | | 1.03 | %(h) | | | 0.99 | %(h) | | | 0.98 | %(g) | | | 0.97 | %(h) | | | 1.00 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.22 | %(g) | | | (0.17 | %) | | | (0.19 | %) | | | (0.28 | %) | | | (0.35 | %)(g) | | | (0.27 | %) | | | (0.37 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $49,755 | | | | $35,422 | | | | $24,681 | | | | $17,365 | | | | $18,085 | | | | $16,922 | | | | $18,414 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 28 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 38 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 105 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.12%. |
(c) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(d) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.02%. |
(e) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.03%. |
(f) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(h) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(i) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | | | | Year Ended December 31, | |
Class Z | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012(a) | | | | 2011 | | | | 2010(b) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $67.09 | | | | $57.47 | | | | $47.53 | | | | $45.01 | | | | $42.77 | | | | $46.62 | | | | $41.62 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.19 | ) | | | (0.09 | ) | | | (0.15 | ) | | | (0.06 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.74 | ) | | | 17.09 | | | | 10.87 | | | | 5.43 | | | | 2.27 | | | | (1.96 | ) | | | 5.05 | |
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Increase from payment by affiliate | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.01 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.73 | ) | | | 16.90 | | | | 10.72 | | | | 5.24 | | | | 2.18 | | | | (2.10 | ) | | | 5.00 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (7.28 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (7.28 | ) | | | (0.78 | ) | | | (2.72 | ) | | | — | | | | (1.75 | ) | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.06 | | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $66.36 | | | | $67.09 | | | | $57.47 | | | | $47.53 | | | | $45.01 | | | | $42.77 | | | | $46.62 | |
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Total return | | | (1.09 | %) | | | 31.36 | % | | | 22.77 | % | | | 12.16 | % | | | 5.24 | %(c) | | | (4.53 | %)(d) | | | 12.01 | %(e) |
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Ratios to average net assets(f) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.11 | %(g) | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.16 | %(h) | | | 1.12 | %(h) | | | 1.09 | %(g) | | | 1.09 | %(h) | | | 1.13 | %(g) |
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Total net expenses(i) | | | 1.11 | %(g)(j) | | | 1.10 | %(j) | | | 1.16 | %(h)(j) | | | 1.12 | %(h)(j) | | | 1.09 | %(g) | | | 1.09 | %(h)(j) | | | 1.13 | %(g) |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.02 | %(g) | | | (0.31 | %) | | | (0.30 | %) | | | (0.41 | %) | | | (0.45 | %)(g) | | | (0.33 | %) | | | (0.50 | %)(g) |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $348,791 | | | | $338,516 | | | | $189,112 | | | | $180,926 | | | | $235,749 | | | | $148,571 | | | | $679 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 28 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 61 | % | | | 38 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 105 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | For the period from January 1, 2012 to May 31, 2012. During the period, the Fund’s fiscal year end was changed from December 31 to May 31. |
(b) | Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(c) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.12%. |
(d) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.01%. |
(e) | The Fund received a payment from an affiliate. Had the Fund not received this payment, the total return would have been lower by 0.03%. |
(f) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(h) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(i) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(j) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 1. Organization
Columbia Seligman Communications and Information Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a non-diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R, Class R4, Class R5 and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust’s organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund’s Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.
Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund’s Portfolio of Investments.
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations
The values of all assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are generally translated into U.S. dollars at exchange rates determined at the close of the NYSE. Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions and translations include gains (losses) arising from the fluctuation in exchange rates between trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, gains (losses) arising from the disposition of foreign currency and currency gains (losses) between the accrual and payment dates on dividends, interest income and foreign withholding taxes.
For financial statement purposes, the Fund does not distinguish that portion of gains (losses) on investments which is due to changes in foreign exchange rates from that which is due to changes in market prices of the investments. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments in the Statement of Operations.
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.
The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund’s management. Management’s estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Foreign Taxes
The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.
Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed along with the income distribution. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust’s organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund’s contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
and accounting services. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund’s average daily net assets that declines from 0.915% to 0.755% as the Fund’s net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 0.90% of the Fund’s average daily net assets.
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $11,444,815, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $668,142.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company’s expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $3,162.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund’s liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise
Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund’s shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Class I shares do not pay transfer agency fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund’s annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
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Class A | | | 0.19 | % |
Class B | | | 0.19 | |
Class C | | | 0.19 | |
Class K | | | 0.05 | |
Class R | | | 0.19 | |
Class R4 | | | 0.19 | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | |
Class Z | | | 0.19 | |
The Fund and certain other associated investment companies have severally, but not jointly, guaranteed the performance and observance of all the terms and conditions of a lease entered into by Seligman Data Corp. (SDC), the former transfer agent, including the payment of rent by SDC (the Guaranty). SDC was the legacy Seligman funds’ former transfer agent.
The lease and the Guaranty expire in January 2019. At November 30, 2015, the Fund’s total potential future
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
obligation over the life of the Guaranty is $1,540,530. The liability remaining at November 30, 2015 for non-recurring charges associated with the lease amounted to $889,721 and is recorded as a part of the payable for other expenses in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class’s initial minimum investment requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, these minimum account balance fees reduced total expenses of the Fund by $10,392.
Plan Administration Fees
Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares, a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.50% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares (of which up to 0.25% may be used for shareholder services) and a fee at an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares. For Class B and Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $18,040,000 for Class C shares. This amount is based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015 , and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. There were no unreimbursed distribution expenses for Class B shares. To the extent the distribution and/or shareholder
services expenses incurred by the Distributor have been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is not charged to the share class.
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $899,288 for Class A, $3,167 for Class B and $10,433 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below), so that the Fund’s net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund’s custodian, do not exceed the annual rates of:
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October 1, 2015
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Expense Cap
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October 1, 2015 | |
Class A | | | 1.45 | % | | | 1.45 | % |
Class B | | | 2.20 | | | | 2.20 | |
Class C | | | 2.20 | | | | 2.20 | |
Class I | | | 1.06 | | | | 1.07 | |
Class K | | | 1.36 | | | | 1.37 | |
Class R | | | 1.70 | | | | 1.70 | |
Class R4 | | | 1.20 | | | | 1.20 | |
Class R5 | | | 1.11 | | | | 1.12 | |
Class Z | | | 1.20 | | | | 1.20 | |
The contractual agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties. Under the arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
is specifically approved by the Board. Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods. The voluntary expense cap included distribution and shareholder services fees. As discussed above, to the extent distribution and/or shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor have been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is not charged to the share class.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $2,876,402,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
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Unrealized appreciation | | | $1,307,889,000 | |
Unrealized depreciation | | | (72,457,000 | ) |
Net unrealized appreciation | | | $1,235,432,000 | |
Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management’s conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund’s federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $1,114,094,062 and $1,235,032,238, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The income earned by the Fund from such investments is
included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, one unaffiliated shareholder of record owned 11.7% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. The Fund has no knowledge about whether any portion of those shares was owned beneficially. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Non-Diversification Risk
A non-diversified fund is permitted to invest a greater percentage of its total assets in fewer issuers than a diversified fund. The Fund may, therefore, have a greater risk of loss from a few issuers than a similar fund that invests more broadly.
Technology and Technology-related Investment Risk
The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the information technology sector, as well as other technology-related sectors (collectively, the technology sectors) than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the technology sectors are subject to certain risks, including the risk that new services, equipment or technologies will not be accepted by consumers and businesses or will become rapidly obsolete. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including obtaining and protecting patents (or the failure to do so) and significant competitive pressures, including aggressive pricing of their products or services, new market entrants, competition for market share and short product cycles due to an accelerated rate of technological developments. Such competitive pressures may lead to limited earnings and/or falling profit margins. As a result, the value of their securities may fall or fail to rise. In addition, many technology sector companies have limited operating histories and prices of these companies’ securities historically have been more volatile than other securities, especially over the short term.
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted in Note 7 above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and
desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds’ Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Seligman Communications and Information Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds).
On an annual basis, the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement. Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the IMS Agreement.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the IMS Agreement for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board’s consideration of advisory agreements and the Board’s legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management
The Independent Trustees analyzed various reports and presentations they had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management, as well as its organization, expertise, resources and capabilities.
The Independent Trustees specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, the restructured leadership in the Chief Investment Officer’s organization, the strengthening of the investment research department, the solidifying of the Global Asset Management initiative and the restructured investment risk management organization. The Board also noted the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management’s ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board’s evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s Administrative Services Agreement, the Independent Trustees also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund’s and its service providers’ compliance programs. In addition, the Board reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and each entity’s ability to carry out its responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s other service agreements with affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. The Board also discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund’s next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (continued)
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund’s investment performance met expectations.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management and its Affiliates from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under the IMS Agreement. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund’s expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund’s contribution to Columbia Management’s profitability. The Board reviewed the fees charged to comparable institutional or other accounts/vehicles managed by Columbia Management and discussed differences in how the products are managed and operated, noting no unreasonable differences in the levels of contractual fees.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in its analysis of the Funds’ performance and expenses, and JDL’s conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the “pricing philosophy” currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund’s total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) was below the peer universe’s median expense ratio shown in the reports. Based on its review, the Board concluded that the Fund’s management fee was fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL’s conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that the investment management services fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the IMS Agreement.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund’s Form N-Q is available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC’s Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund’s complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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Columbia Seligman Communications and Information Fund
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies. All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804
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SEMIANNUAL REPORT
November 30, 2015

COLUMBIA MULTI-ADVISOR SMALL CAP VALUE FUND



ABOUT COLUMBIA THREADNEEDLE INVESTMENTS
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is a leading global asset management group that provides a broad range of actively managed investment strategies and solutions for individual, institutional and corporate clients around the world.
With more than 2,000 people, including over 450 investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia, we manage $471 billion* of assets across developed and emerging market equities, fixed income, asset allocation solutions and alternatives. We are the 13th largest manager of long-term mutual fund assets in the U.S.** and the 4th largest manager of retail funds in the U.K.***
Our priority is the investment success of our clients. We aim to deliver the investment outcomes they expect through an investment approach that is team-based, performance-driven and risk-aware. Our culture is dynamic and interactive. By sharing our insights across asset classes and geographies, we generate richer perspectives on global, regional and local investment landscapes. The ability to exchange and debate investment ideas in a collaborative environment enriches our teams’ investment processes. More importantly, it results in better informed investment decisions for our clients.
Columbia funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies.
* | | In U.S. dollars as of September 30, 2015. Source: Ameriprise Q3 Earnings Release. Includes all assets managed by entities in the Columbia and Threadneedle groups of companies. Contact us for more current data. |
** | | Source: ICI as of September 30, 2015 for Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC. |
*** | | Source: Investment Association as of September 2015 for Threadneedle Asset Management Limited. |
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| | Navigate a changing interest rate environment Even in today’s challenging interest rate environment, it’s still possible to navigate markets and achieve your goals. Make investment choices designed specifically for this market environment. |
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| | Maximize after-tax returns In an environment where what you keep is more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate higher taxes while providing attractive yields compared to other investment options. You’ve worked too hard building your wealth to lose it to taxes. |
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| | Grow assets to achieve financial goals Finding growth opportunities in today’s complex market environment requires strong research capabilities, creative thinking and a disciplined approach. Do your investments deliver the portfolio growth you need? |
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To find out more, contact your financial professional, call 800.426.3750 or visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Dear Shareholder,
Today’s investors are typically focused on outcomes, like living a certain retirement lifestyle, paying for college education or building a legacy. But in today’s complex global investment landscape, even simple goals are not easily achieved.
At Columbia Threadneedle Investments, we aspire to help satisfy five core needs of today’s investors:
| n | | Generate an appropriate stream of income in retirement |
Traditional approaches to generating income may not provide the diversification benefits they once did, and they may actually introduce unwanted risk in today’s market. To seek to improve your potential to live comfortably long term, we endeavor to pursue investments that explore less traveled paths to income.
n | | Navigate a changing interest rate environment |
Today’s uncertain market environment includes the prospect of a rise in interest rates. Blending traditional investments with non-traditional or alternative products may help protect your wealth during periods of volatility. We can attempt to help strengthen your portfolio with agile products designed to take on the market’s ups and downs.
n | | Maximize after-tax returns |
In an environment where what you keep may be more important than what you earn, municipal bonds can help mitigate high tax burdens while providing potentially attractive yields. Our state and federal tax-exempt products are aimed at helping investors manage risk, minimize the fluctuation of capital and grow wealth on a more tax-efficient basis.
n | | Grow assets to achieve financial goals |
We believe that finding and protecting growth comes from a disciplined security selection process designed to create excess return. Our goal is to provide investment solutions built to help you face today’s market challenges and grow your assets at each crossroad of your journey.
n | | Ease the impact of volatile markets |
Despite a bull market run that has benefited many investors over the past several years, it’s important to remember the lessons of 2008 and the value that a well-diversified portfolio may provide through times of market volatility. We are here to help you hold onto the savings you have worked tirelessly to amass, and to provide you the best opportunity to maintain your standard of living regardless of market conditions.
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The world is constantly changing, but our priority remains the same: to help you secure your finances, meet your goals and achieve success. Thank you for your continued investment with us.
Sincerely,

Christopher O. Petersen
President, Columbia Funds
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Columbia Funds are distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Fund Investment Manager
Columbia Management Investment
Advisers, LLC
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Distributor
Columbia Management Investment
Distributors, Inc.
225 Franklin Street
Boston, MA 02110
Fund Transfer Agent
Columbia Management Investment
Services Corp.
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081
For more information about any of the funds, please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us or call 800.345.6611. Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
The views expressed in this report reflect the current views of the respective parties. These views are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, so actual outcomes and results may differ significantly from the views expressed. These views are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and the respective parties disclaim any responsibility to update such views. These views may not be relied on as investment advice and, because investment decisions for a Columbia fund are based on numerous factors, may not be relied on as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any particular Columbia fund. References to specific securities should not be construed as a recommendation or investment advice.
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PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
(Unaudited)
Performance Summary
n | | Columbia Multi-Advisor Small Cap Value Fund (the Fund) Class A shares returned -5.57% excluding sales charges for the six-month period that ended November 30, 2015. |
n | | The Fund underperformed its benchmark, the Russell 2000 Value Index, which returned -2.93% for the same time period. |
n | | In December 2015, the Fund’s Board of Trustees approved a proposal to merge the Fund with and into Columbia Select Smaller-Cap Value Fund. It is currently anticipated that proxy materials regarding the merger will be distributed to shareholders in early 2016 and that a meeting of shareholders to consider the merger will be held in the first half of 2016. If approved, it is anticipated the merger would take place shortly thereafter. |
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Average Annual Total Returns (%) (for period ended November 30, 2015) | |
| | Inception | | 6 Months Cumulative | | | 1 Year | | | 5 Years | | | 10 Years | |
Class A | | 06/18/01 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -5.57 | | | | -2.06 | | | | 9.59 | | | | 6.98 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -11.04 | | | | -7.72 | | | | 8.31 | | | | 6.34 | |
Class B | | 06/18/01 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -5.92 | | | | -2.79 | | | | 8.75 | | | | 6.22 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -10.62 | | | | -7.01 | | | | 8.47 | | | | 6.22 | |
Class C | | 06/18/01 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Excluding sales charges | | | | | -5.74 | | | | -2.76 | | | | 8.81 | | | | 6.24 | |
Including sales charges | | | | | -6.68 | | | | -3.60 | | | | 8.81 | | | | 6.24 | |
Class I | | 03/04/04 | | | -5.35 | | | | -1.60 | | | | 10.09 | | | | 7.43 | |
Class K | | 06/18/01 | | | -5.39 | | | | -1.93 | | | | 9.78 | | | | 7.19 | |
Class R* | | 12/11/06 | | | -5.52 | | | | -2.18 | | | | 9.34 | | | | 6.67 | |
Class R4* | | 12/11/06 | | | -5.46 | | | | -1.76 | | | | 9.76 | | | | 7.05 | |
Class R5* | | 12/11/06 | | | -5.43 | | | | -1.79 | | | | 10.05 | | | | 7.35 | |
Class Y* | | 10/01/15 | | | -5.53 | | | | -2.01 | | | | 9.60 | | | | 6.99 | |
Class Z* | | 09/27/10 | | | -5.39 | | | | -1.71 | | | | 9.88 | | | | 7.11 | |
Russell 2000 Value Index | | | | | -2.93 | | | | 0.35 | | | | 10.60 | | | | 6.07 | |
Returns for Class A are shown with and without the maximum initial sales charge of 5.75%. Returns for Class B are shown with and without the applicable contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of 5.00% in the first year, declining to 1.00% in the sixth year and eliminated thereafter. Returns for Class C are shown with and without the 1.00% CDSC for the first year only. The Fund’s other classes are not subject to sales charges and have limited eligibility. Please see the Fund’s prospectus for details. Performance for different share classes will vary based on differences in sales charges and fees associated with each class. All results shown assume reinvestment of distributions during the period. Returns do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder may pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. Performance results reflect the effect of any fee waivers or reimbursements of Fund expenses by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or any of its affiliates. Absent these fee waivers or expense reimbursement arrangements, performance results would have been lower.
The performance information shown represents past performance and is not a guarantee of future results. The investment return and principal value of your investment will fluctuate so that your shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by contacting your financial intermediary, visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us or calling 800.345.6611.
* | The returns shown for periods prior to the share class inception date (including returns for the Life of the Fund, if shown, which are since Fund inception) include the returns of the Fund’s oldest share class. Since the Fund launched more than one share class at its inception, Class A shares were used. These returns are adjusted to reflect any higher class-related operating expenses of the newer share classes, as applicable. Please visit columbiathreadneedle.com/us/investment-products/mutual-funds/appended-performance for more information. |
The Russell 2000 Value Index, an unmanaged index, tracks the performance of those Russell 2000 Index companies with lower price-to-book ratios and lower forecasted growth values.
Indices are not available for investment, are not professionally managed and do not reflect sales charges, fees, brokerage commissions, taxes or other expenses of investing. Securities in the Fund may not match those in an index.
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PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
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Portfolio Management
Barrow, Hanley, Mewhinney & Strauss, LLC
James McClure, CFA
John Harloe, CFA
Donald Smith & Co., Inc.
Donald Smith
Richard Greenberg, CFA
Metropolitan West Capital Management, LLC
Samir Sikka
Segall Bryant & Hamill, LLC
Mark Dickherber, CFA, CPA
Shaun Nicholson
Effective February 22, 2016, the above-named subadvisers no longer provide portfolio management services to the Fund and Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC assumes day-to-day management of the Fund’s portfolio. Richard Rosen and Kari Montanus are named the portfolio managers to the Fund.
Morningstar Style Box™

The Morningstar Style Box™ is based on a fund’s portfolio holdings. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows investment style (value, blend, or growth). Information shown is based on the most recent data provided by Morningstar.
© 2016 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The Morningstar information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed; and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.
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Top Ten Holdings (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
AerCap Holdings NV | | | 2.3 | |
Sanmina Corp. | | | 2.3 | |
Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd. | | | 1.7 | |
Photronics, Inc. | | | 1.5 | |
Aspen Insurance Holdings Ltd. | | | 1.4 | |
Tempur Sealy International, Inc. | | | 1.4 | |
Orthofix International NV | | | 1.3 | |
American National Insurance Co. | | | 1.2 | |
Oshkosh Corp. | | | 1.2 | |
Fairchild Semiconductor International, Inc. | | | 1.2 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments (excluding Money Market Funds).
For further detail about these holdings, please refer to the section entitled “Portfolio of Investments.”
Fund holdings are as of the date given, are subject to change at any time, and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security.
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Portfolio Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Common Stocks | | | 93.6 | |
Money Market Funds | | | 6.4 | |
Rights | | | 0.0 | (a) |
Total | | | 100.0 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total investments. The Fund’s portfolio composition is subject to change.
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Equity Sector Breakdown (%) (at November 30, 2015) | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 11.1 | |
Consumer Staples | | | 2.7 | |
Energy | | | 5.3 | |
Financials | | | 22.6 | |
Health Care | | | 6.3 | |
Industrials | | | 24.2 | |
Information Technology | | | 19.2 | |
Materials | | | 7.4 | |
Utilities | | | 1.2 | |
Total | | | 100.0 | |
Percentages indicated are based upon total equity investments. The Fund’s portfolio composition is subject to change.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR FUND’S EXPENSES
(Unaudited)
As an investor, you incur two types of costs. There are transaction costs, which generally include sales charges on purchases and may include redemption fees. There are also ongoing costs, which generally include management fees, distribution and/or service fees, and other fund expenses. The following information is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to help you compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
Analyzing Your Fund’s Expenses
To illustrate these ongoing costs, we have provided examples and calculated the expenses paid by investors in each share class of the Fund during the period. The actual and hypothetical information in the table is based on an initial investment of $1,000 at the beginning of the period indicated and held for the entire period. Expense information is calculated two ways and each method provides you with different information. The amount listed in the “Actual” column is calculated using the Fund’s actual operating expenses and total return for the period. You may use the Actual information, together with the amount invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the results by the expenses paid during the period under the “Actual” column. The amount listed in the “Hypothetical” column assumes a 5% annual rate of return before expenses (which is not the Fund’s actual return) and then applies the Fund’s actual expense ratio for the period to the hypothetical return. You should not use the hypothetical account values and expenses to estimate either your actual account balance at the end of the period or the expenses you paid during the period. See “Compare With Other Funds” below for details on how to use the hypothetical data.
Compare With Other Funds
Since all mutual funds are required to include the same hypothetical calculations about expenses in shareholder reports, you can use this information to compare the ongoing cost of investing in the Fund with other funds. To do so, compare the hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds. As you compare hypothetical examples of other funds, it is important to note that hypothetical examples are meant to highlight the ongoing costs of investing in a fund only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales charges, or redemption or exchange fees. Therefore, the hypothetical calculations are useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. If transaction costs were included in these calculations, your costs would be higher.
June 1, 2015 – November 30, 2015
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| | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | | | | Hypothetical | | | | Actual | |
Class A | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 944.30 | | | | 1,018.35 | | | | 6.73 | | | | 6.99 | | | | 1.37 | |
Class B | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 940.80 | | | | 1,014.56 | | | | 10.40 | | | | 10.79 | | | | 2.12 | |
Class C | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 942.60 | | | | 1,014.56 | | | | 10.41 | | | | 10.79 | | | | 2.12 | |
Class I | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 946.50 | | | | 1,020.47 | | | | 4.67 | | | | 4.85 | | | | 0.95 | |
Class K | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 946.10 | | | | 1,018.95 | | | | 6.15 | | | | 6.38 | | | | 1.25 | |
Class R | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 944.80 | | | | 1,017.08 | | | | 7.96 | | | | 8.26 | | | | 1.62 | |
Class R4 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 945.40 | | | | 1,019.61 | | | | 5.51 | | | | 5.72 | | | | 1.12 | |
Class R5 | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 945.70 | | | | 1,020.22 | | | | 4.92 | | | | 5.11 | | | | 1.00 | |
Class Y | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1078.8 | (a) | | | 1,020.32 | | | | 1.64 | (a) | | | 5.00 | | | | 0.98 | (a) |
Class Z | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 946.10 | | | | 1,019.61 | | | | 5.51 | | | | 5.72 | | | | 1.12 | |
(a) | Based on operations from October 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
Expenses paid during the period are equal to the annualized expense ratio for each class as indicated above, multiplied by the average account value over the period and then multiplied by the number of days in the Fund’s most recent fiscal half year and divided by 366.
Expenses do not include fees and expenses incurred indirectly by the Fund from its investment in underlying funds, including affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles, such as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
Had Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC and/or certain of its affiliates not waived/reimbursed certain fees and expenses, account value at the end of the period would have been reduced.
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| | COLUMBIA MULTI-ADVISOR SMALL CAP VALUE FUND | | |
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
(Percentages represent value of investments compared to net assets)
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks 93.4% | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY 10.3% | |
Auto Components 1.8% | |
| | |
American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 114,839 | | | | 2,613,736 | |
| | |
Dana Holding Corp. | | | 217,619 | | | | 3,577,656 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 6,191,392 | |
|
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure 0.8% | |
| | |
Interval Leisure Group, Inc. | | | 89,356 | | | | 1,395,741 | |
| | |
Ruby Tuesday, Inc.(a) | | | 64,030 | | | | 354,086 | |
| | |
SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. | | | 62,400 | | | | 1,092,624 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 2,842,451 | |
| | |
Household Durables 2.8% | | | | | | | | |
| | |
KB Home | | | 148,267 | | | | 2,089,082 | |
| | |
Tempur Sealy International, Inc.(a) | | | 53,970 | | | | 4,290,615 | |
| | |
Whirlpool Corp. | | | 18,649 | | | | 3,030,836 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 9,410,533 | |
| | |
Leisure Products 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Arctic Cat, Inc. | | | 69,454 | | | | 1,546,046 | |
| | |
Specialty Retail 3.8% | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Abercrombie & Fitch Co., Class A | | | 26,110 | | | | 667,633 | |
| | |
Ascena Retail Group, Inc.(a) | | | 122,117 | | | | 1,383,585 | |
| | |
Chico’s FAS, Inc. | | | 66,900 | | | | 802,800 | |
| | |
Children’s Place, Inc. (The) | | | 23,900 | | | | 1,154,848 | |
| | |
DSW, Inc., Class A | | | 79,080 | | | | 1,815,677 | |
| | |
Finish Line, Inc., Class A (The) | | | 16,308 | | | | 270,550 | |
| | |
Men’s Wearhouse, Inc. (The) | | | 50,786 | | | | 1,015,212 | |
| | |
Party City Holdco, Inc.(a) | | | 113,160 | | | | 1,437,132 | |
| | |
Pier 1 Imports, Inc. | | | 202,950 | | | | 1,371,942 | |
| | |
Rent-A-Center, Inc. | | | 24,256 | | | | 416,233 | |
| | |
Vitamin Shoppe, Inc.(a) | | | 61,500 | | | | 1,875,750 | |
| | |
West Marine, Inc.(a) | | | 71,970 | | | | 661,404 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 12,872,766 | |
|
Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods 0.7% | |
| | |
Crocs, Inc.(a) | | | 201,650 | | | | 2,243,356 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Consumer Discretionary | | | | | | | 35,106,544 | |
|
| |
CONSUMER STAPLES 2.5% | |
Beverages 0.5% | |
| | |
Treasury Wine Estates Ltd., ADR | | | 294,430 | | | | 1,642,919 | |
| | |
Food Products 1.7% | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Dean Foods Co. | | | 156,180 | | | | 2,929,937 | |
| | |
Flowers Foods, Inc. | | | 25,710 | | | | 604,699 | |
| | |
J&J Snack Foods Corp. | | | 8,250 | | | | 962,610 | |
| | |
Post Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 20,650 | | | | 1,435,588 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 5,932,834 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Household Products 0.2% | |
| | |
Orchids Paper Products Co. | | | 25,179 | | | | 747,061 | |
| | |
Tobacco 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Alliance One International, Inc.(a) | | | 16,535 | | | | 211,317 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Consumer Staples | | | | | | | 8,534,131 | |
|
| |
ENERGY 5.0% | |
Energy Equipment & Services 1.0% | |
| | |
Dril-Quip, Inc.(a) | | | 19,800 | | | | 1,249,578 | |
| | |
Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.(a) | | | 66,300 | | | | 1,038,258 | |
| | |
Gulfmark Offshore, Inc., Class A | | | 30,255 | | | | 195,750 | |
| | |
Paragon Offshore PLC | | | 325,700 | | | | 66,736 | |
| | |
Parker Drilling Co.(a) | | | 273,500 | | | | 752,125 | |
| | |
Tidewater, Inc. | | | 25,000 | | | | 237,750 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 3,540,197 | |
|
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 4.0% | |
| | |
Advantage Oil & Gas Ltd.(a) | | | 304,421 | | | | 1,601,254 | |
| | |
Ardmore Shipping Corp. | | | 95,916 | | | | 1,200,868 | |
| | |
Bonanza Creek Energy, Inc.(a) | | | 120,381 | | | | 1,022,035 | |
| | |
Carrizo Oil & Gas, Inc.(a) | | | 39,470 | | | | 1,593,799 | |
| | |
Cobalt International Energy, Inc.(a) | | | 129,300 | | | | 952,941 | |
| | |
Diamondback Energy, Inc.(a) | | | 22,150 | | | | 1,728,143 | |
| | |
Laredo Petroleum, Inc.(a) | | | 119,930 | | | | 1,306,038 | |
| | |
Oasis Petroleum, Inc.(a) | | | 116,500 | | | | 1,338,585 | |
| | |
Parsley Energy, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 47,550 | | | | 934,357 | |
| | |
Petroquest Energy, Inc.(a) | | | 745,352 | | | | 549,772 | |
| | |
RSP Permian, Inc.(a) | | | 41,850 | | | | 1,187,703 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 13,415,495 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Energy | | | | | | | 16,955,692 | |
|
| |
FINANCIALS 21.1% | |
Banks 9.0% | |
| | |
Ameris Bancorp | | | 45,695 | | | | 1,562,312 | |
| | |
Associated Banc-Corp. | | | 38,589 | | | | 791,460 | |
| | |
BankUnited, Inc. | | | 16,145 | | | | 610,281 | |
| | |
Banner Corp. | | | 20,180 | | | | 1,059,450 | |
| | |
First Busey Corp. | | | 49,183 | | | | 1,081,534 | |
| | |
First Community Bancshares, Inc. | | | 47,815 | | | | 975,426 | |
| | |
First Horizon National Corp. | | | 41,980 | | | | 624,243 | |
| | |
First Niagara Financial Group, Inc. | | | 78,740 | | | | 848,817 | |
| | |
FirstMerit Corp. | | | 92,420 | | | | 1,869,657 | |
| | |
Hancock Holding Co. | | | 52,400 | | | | 1,525,888 | |
| | |
Hanmi Financial Corp. | | | 80,930 | | | | 2,112,273 | |
| | |
Investors Bancorp, Inc. | | | 146,153 | | | | 1,873,681 | |
| | |
Lakeland Financial Corp. | | | 22,531 | | | | 1,084,642 | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA MULTI-ADVISOR SMALL CAP VALUE FUND | | |
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Prosperity Bancshares, Inc. | | | 50,970 | | | | 2,824,248 | |
| | |
Renasant Corp. | | | 31,050 | | | | 1,134,257 | |
| | |
Simmons First National Corp., Class A | | | 13,255 | | | | 764,283 | |
| | |
Sterling Bancorp | | | 77,183 | | | | 1,353,790 | |
| | |
Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc.(a) | | | 60,500 | | | | 3,586,440 | |
| | |
Umpqua Holdings Corp. | | | 165,410 | | | | 2,964,147 | |
| | |
Zions Bancorporation | | | 69,260 | | | | 2,075,030 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 30,721,859 | |
|
Capital Markets 0.9% | |
| | |
Artisan Partners Asset Management, Inc., Class A | | | 33,050 | | | | 1,291,925 | |
| | |
Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. | | | 12,400 | | | | 1,689,376 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 2,981,301 | |
|
Consumer Finance 0.3% | |
| | |
Encore Capital Group, Inc.(a) | | | 30,230 | | | | 996,683 | |
|
Insurance 5.0% | |
| | |
American National Insurance Co. | | | 36,867 | | | | 3,958,041 | |
| | |
Aspen Insurance Holdings Ltd. | | | 91,000 | | | | 4,597,320 | |
| | |
Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd. | | | 82,396 | | | | 5,434,840 | |
| | |
Horace Mann Educators Corp. | | | 87,576 | | | | 3,059,030 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 17,049,231 | |
|
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) 4.4% | |
| | |
Capstead Mortgage Corp. | | | 42,650 | | | | 404,748 | |
| | |
Chimera Investment Corp. | | | 57,085 | | | | 804,328 | |
| | |
Equity Commonwealth(a) | | | 67,345 | | | | 1,860,069 | |
| | |
Granite Real Estate Investment Trust | | | 90,205 | | | | 2,776,510 | |
| | |
Ladder Capital Corp., Class A | | | 70,750 | | | | 1,001,112 | |
| | |
Mack-Cali Realty Corp. | | | 56,250 | | | | 1,321,875 | |
| | |
New Residential Investment Corp. | | | 111,500 | | | | 1,418,280 | |
| | |
Parkway Properties, Inc. | | | 109,300 | | | | 1,866,844 | |
| | |
PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust | | | 102,520 | | | | 1,705,933 | |
| | |
Redwood Trust, Inc. | | | 116,060 | | | | 1,599,307 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 14,759,006 | |
|
Thrifts & Mortgage Finance 1.5% | |
| | |
Bank Mutual Corp. | | | 67,948 | | | | 524,558 | |
| | |
Essent Group Ltd.(a) | | | 69,350 | | | | 1,714,332 | |
| | |
Ocwen Financial Corp.(a) | | | 239,000 | | | | 1,704,070 | |
| | |
TFS Financial Corp. | | | 61,610 | | | | 1,156,420 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 5,099,380 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Financials | | | | | | | 71,607,460 | |
|
| |
HEALTH CARE 5.9% | |
Health Care Equipment & Supplies 4.0% | |
| | |
Alere, Inc.(a) | | | 61,485 | | | | 2,537,486 | |
| | |
Alphatec Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 225,140 | | | | 51,782 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Haemonetics Corp.(a) | | | 107,133 | | | | 3,453,968 | |
| | |
Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc. | | | 10,910 | | | | 555,428 | |
| | |
Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corp.(a) | | | 22,300 | | | | 1,398,433 | |
| | |
Orthofix International NV(a) | | | 104,502 | | | | 4,134,099 | |
| | |
STERIS PLC | | | 20,186 | | | | 1,541,807 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 13,673,003 | |
|
Health Care Providers & Services 1.7% | |
| | |
AMN Healthcare Services, Inc.(a) | | | 54,311 | | | | 1,602,175 | |
| | |
Amsurg Corp.(a) | | | 13,330 | | | | 1,120,520 | |
| | |
HealthSouth Corp. | | | 62,906 | | | | 2,213,662 | |
| | |
LHC Group, Inc.(a) | | | 14,768 | | | | 687,450 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 5,623,807 | |
|
Life Sciences Tools & Services 0.2% | |
| | |
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., Class A(a) | | | 6,050 | | | | 845,306 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Health Care | | | | | | | 20,142,116 | |
|
| |
INDUSTRIALS 22.6% | |
Aerospace & Defense 0.7% | |
| | |
Esterline Technologies Corp.(a) | | | 11,270 | | | | 1,071,552 | |
| | |
Orbital ATK, Inc. | | | 9,684 | | | | 831,953 | |
| | |
Vectrus, Inc.(a) | | | 18,040 | | | | 435,846 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 2,339,351 | |
|
Airlines 0.5% | |
| | |
Air France-KLM, ADR(a) | | | 286,770 | | | | 1,902,719 | |
|
Building Products 2.1% | |
| | |
Gibraltar Industries, Inc.(a) | | | 71,306 | | | | 1,903,157 | |
| | |
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. | | | 79,885 | | | | 2,966,130 | |
| | |
Trex Co., Inc.(a) | | | 54,190 | | | | 2,346,427 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 7,215,714 | |
|
Commercial Services & Supplies 2.4% | |
| | |
Essendant, Inc. | | | 50,707 | | | | 1,836,608 | |
| | |
KAR Auction Services, Inc. | | | 65,750 | | | | 2,493,897 | |
| | |
Mobile Mini, Inc. | | | 69,410 | | | | 2,460,585 | |
| | |
Tetra Tech, Inc. | | | 44,300 | | | | 1,231,097 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 8,022,187 | |
|
Construction & Engineering 2.9% | |
| | |
Comfort Systems U.S.A., Inc. | | | 89,219 | | | | 2,831,811 | |
| | |
EMCOR Group, Inc. | | | 15,758 | | | | 794,203 | |
| | |
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corp.(a) | | | 219,032 | | | | 992,215 | |
| | |
Primoris Services Corp. | | | 121,700 | | | | 2,808,836 | |
| | |
Tutor Perini Corp.(a) | | | 122,500 | | | | 2,307,900 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 9,734,965 | |
|
Electrical Equipment 1.5% | |
| | |
AZZ, Inc. | | | 42,055 | | | | 2,503,955 | |
| | |
Encore Wire Corp. | | | 46,500 | | | | 2,030,655 | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA MULTI-ADVISOR SMALL CAP VALUE FUND | | |
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
EnerSys | | | 10,010 | | | | 589,589 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 5,124,199 | |
|
Machinery 7.9% | |
| | |
Actuant Corp., Class A | | | 46,820 | | | | 1,159,263 | |
| | |
Astec Industries, Inc. | | | 21,860 | | | | 880,958 | |
| | |
Barnes Group, Inc. | | | 80,700 | | | | 3,108,564 | |
| | |
Dynamic Materials Corp. | | | 20,030 | | | | 154,631 | |
| | |
ESCO Technologies, Inc. | | | 81,955 | | | | 3,215,095 | |
| | |
Harsco Corp. | | | 209,447 | | | | 2,186,627 | |
| | |
IDEX Corp. | | | 15,500 | | | | 1,221,400 | |
| | |
ITT Corp. | | | 21,670 | | | | 860,516 | |
| | |
Kennametal, Inc. | | | 84,918 | | | | 2,483,851 | |
| | |
Manitowoc Co., Inc. (The) | | | 110,500 | | | | 1,867,450 | |
| | |
NN, Inc. | | | 72,795 | | | | 1,241,155 | |
| | |
Oshkosh Corp. | | | 87,245 | | | | 3,826,566 | |
| | |
Terex Corp. | | | 117,804 | | | | 2,412,626 | |
| | |
Watts Water Technologies, Inc., Class A | | | 39,509 | | | | 2,193,144 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 26,811,846 | |
|
Professional Services 0.9% | |
| | |
FTI Consulting, Inc.(a) | | | 11,430 | | | | 427,253 | |
| | |
Korn/Ferry International | | | 28,150 | | | | 1,035,920 | |
| | |
Resources Connection, Inc. | | | 85,300 | | | | 1,556,725 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 3,019,898 | |
|
Road & Rail 0.4% | |
| | |
Landstar System, Inc. | | | 21,400 | | | | 1,335,788 | |
|
Trading Companies & Distributors 3.3% | |
| | |
AerCap Holdings NV(a) | | | 163,500 | | | | 7,429,440 | |
| | |
Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. | | | 21,180 | | | | 903,327 | |
| | |
Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc.(a) | | | 17,950 | | | | 767,721 | |
| | |
Fly Leasing Ltd., ADR | | | 75,418 | | | | 1,037,752 | |
| | |
Veritiv Corp.(a) | | | 27,500 | | | | 1,085,425 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 11,223,665 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Industrials | | | | | | | 76,730,332 | |
|
| |
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 18.0% | |
Communications Equipment 0.9% | |
| | |
Aviat Networks, Inc.(a) | | | 448,926 | | | | 417,501 | |
| | |
Extreme Networks, Inc.(a) | | | 294,741 | | | | 1,302,755 | |
| | |
Polycom, Inc.(a) | | | 99,045 | | | | 1,349,984 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 3,070,240 | |
|
Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components 7.9% | |
| | |
Celestica, Inc.(a) | | | 54,737 | | | | 617,433 | |
| | |
Electro Scientific Industries, Inc. | | | 221,720 | | | | 1,121,903 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
FARO Technologies, Inc.(a) | | | 56,500 | | | | 1,700,085 | |
| | |
GSI Group, Inc.(a) | | | 64,590 | | | | 925,575 | |
| | |
II-VI, Inc.(a) | | | 159,055 | | | | 2,961,604 | |
| | |
Jabil Circuit, Inc. | | | 54,400 | | | | 1,392,096 | |
| | |
Mercury Systems, Inc.(a) | | | 86,580 | | | | 1,695,236 | |
| | |
Newport Corp.(a) | | | 22,349 | | | | 370,770 | |
| | |
Park Electrochemical Corp. | | | 47,470 | | | | 831,200 | |
| | |
Plexus Corp.(a) | | | 67,400 | | | | 2,507,280 | |
| | |
Radisys Corp.(a) | | | 163,050 | | | | 432,083 | |
| | |
Sanmina Corp.(a) | | | 315,628 | | | | 7,155,287 | |
| | |
Tech Data Corp.(a) | | | 28,650 | | | | 1,938,172 | |
| | |
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. | | | 267,012 | | | | 3,182,783 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 26,831,507 | |
|
Internet Software & Services 0.8% | |
| | |
EarthLink Holdings Corp. | | | 71,880 | | | | 660,577 | |
| | |
Endurance International Group Holdings, Inc.(a) | | | 96,842 | | | | 1,352,883 | |
| | |
Marchex, Inc. | | | 153,100 | | | | 652,206 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 2,665,666 | |
|
IT Services 1.0% | |
| | |
CoreLogic, Inc.(a) | | | 40,660 | | | | 1,498,728 | |
| | |
EVERTEC, Inc. | | | 106,762 | | | | 1,834,171 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 3,332,899 | |
|
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment 5.6% | |
| | |
Axcelis Technologies, Inc.(a) | | | 457,720 | | | | 1,208,381 | |
| | |
Brooks Automation, Inc. | | | 208,190 | | | | 2,321,318 | |
| | |
Diodes, Inc.(a) | | | 122,780 | | | | 2,859,546 | |
| | |
Fairchild Semiconductor International, Inc.(a) | | | 190,000 | | | | 3,712,600 | |
| | |
Micron Technology, Inc.(a) | | | 126,000 | | | | 2,007,180 | |
| | |
Photronics, Inc.(a) | | | 434,094 | | | | 4,762,011 | |
| | |
Tessera Technologies, Inc. | | | 39,770 | | | | 1,266,675 | |
| | |
Xcerra Corp.(a) | | | 146,100 | | | | 883,905 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 19,021,616 | |
|
Software 0.9% | |
| | |
CommVault Systems, Inc.(a) | | | 20,780 | | | | 851,564 | |
| | |
Mentor Graphics Corp. | | | 76,200 | | | | 1,427,226 | |
| | |
Xura, Inc.(a) | | | 27,340 | | | | 707,286 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 2,986,076 | |
|
Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals 0.9% | |
| | |
Avid Technology, Inc.(a) | | | 128,000 | | | | 971,520 | |
| | |
Logitech International SA | | | 60,775 | | | | 907,371 | |
| | |
Wincor Nixdorf AG ADR | | | 124,400 | | | | 1,231,560 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 3,110,451 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Information Technology | | | | | | | 61,018,455 | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
MATERIALS 6.9% | |
Chemicals 2.1% | |
| | |
Flotek Industries, Inc.(a) | | | 91,900 | | | | 1,049,498 | |
| | |
Innospec, Inc. | | | 23,020 | | | | 1,344,368 | |
| | |
PolyOne Corp. | | | 87,480 | | | | 3,147,530 | |
| | |
Scotts Miracle-Gro Co., Class A | | | 23,562 | | | | 1,644,392 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 7,185,788 | |
|
Containers & Packaging 0.9% | |
| | |
Myers Industries, Inc. | | | 71,547 | | | | 1,108,979 | |
| | |
Silgan Holdings, Inc. | | | 32,200 | | | | 1,749,426 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 2,858,405 | |
|
Metals & Mining 2.6% | |
| | |
Alamos Gold, Inc., Class A | | | 788,573 | | | | 2,365,719 | |
| | |
AuRico Metals, Inc.(a) | | | 289,874 | | | | 126,327 | |
| | |
B2Gold Corp.(a) | | | 1,974,100 | | | | 2,171,510 | |
| | |
Coeur Mining, Inc.(a) | | | 729,140 | | | | 1,866,598 | |
| | |
Pan American Silver Corp. | | | 97,900 | | | | 681,384 | |
| | |
Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc., Class A | | | 106,137 | | | | 1,752,322 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 8,963,860 | |
|
Paper & Forest Products 1.3% | |
| | |
PH Glatfelter Co. | | | 86,956 | | | | 1,546,947 | |
| | |
Resolute Forest Products, Inc.(a) | | | 383,998 | | | | 2,956,785 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 4,503,732 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Materials | | | | | | | 23,511,785 | |
|
| |
UTILITIES 1.1% | |
Electric Utilities 0.7% | |
| | |
PNM Resources, Inc. | | | 23,320 | | | | 676,280 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks (continued) | |
Issuer | | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
Westar Energy, Inc. | | | 37,000 | | | | 1,579,160 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total | | | | | | | 2,255,440 | |
|
Gas Utilities 0.2% | |
| | |
New Jersey Resources Corp. | | | 24,190 | | | | 726,909 | |
|
Water Utilities 0.2% | |
| | |
American States Water Co. | | | 16,870 | | | | 705,672 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Utilities | | | | | | | 3,688,021 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Common Stocks | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $286,999,013) | | | | | | | 317,294,536 | |
|
| |
Rights —% | |
INDUSTRIALS —% | |
Airlines —% | |
| | |
American Airlines Escrow(a)(b)(c)(d) | | | 52,560 | | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Industrials | | | | | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Rights | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $—) | | | | | | | — | |
|
| |
Money Market Funds 6.4% | |
| | Shares | | | Value ($) | |
| | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, 0.184%(e)(f) | | | 21,843,333 | | | | 21,843,333 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Money Market Funds | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $21,843,333) | | | | | | | 21,843,333 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments | | | | | | | | |
(Cost: $308,842,346) | | | | | | | 339,137,869 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Other Assets & Liabilities, Net | | | | | | | 627,735 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net Assets | | | | | | | 339,765,604 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Notes to Portfolio of Investments
(a) | Non-income producing investment. |
(b) | Identifies securities considered by the Investment Manager to be illiquid and may be difficult to sell. The aggregate value of such securities at November 30, 2015 was $0. Information concerning such security holdings at November 30, 2015 is as follows: |
| | | | | | | | |
Security Description | | Acquisition Dates | | | Cost ($) | |
American Airlines Escrow | | | 12/17/2013 | | | | — | |
(c) | Negligible market value. |
(d) | Represents fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At November 30, 2015, the value of these securities amounted to $0. |
(e) | The rate shown is the seven-day current annualized yield at November 30, 2015. |
(f) | As defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, an affiliated company is one in which the Fund owns 5% or more of the company’s outstanding voting securities, or a company which is under common ownership or control with the Fund. Holdings and transactions in these affiliated companies during the period ended November 30, 2015 are as follows: |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Issuer | | Beginning Cost ($) | | | Purchase Cost ($) | | | Proceeds From Sales ($) | | | Ending Cost ($) | | | Dividends — Affiliated Issuers ($) | | | Value ($) | |
Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund | | | 16,606,519 | | | | 65,048,743 | | | | (59,811,929 | ) | | | 21,843,333 | | | | 13,753 | | | | 21,843,333 | |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Abbreviation Legend
| | |
ADR | | American Depositary Receipt |
Fair Value Measurements
The Fund categorizes its fair value measurements according to a three-level hierarchy that maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by prioritizing that the most observable input be used when available. Observable inputs are those that market participants would use in pricing an investment based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity. Unobservable inputs are those that reflect the Fund’s assumptions about the information market participants would use in pricing an investment. An investment’s level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is deemed significant to the asset’s or liability’s fair value measurement. The input levels are not necessarily an indication of the risk or liquidity associated with investments at that level. For example, certain U.S. government securities are generally high quality and liquid, however, they are reflected as Level 2 because the inputs used to determine fair value may not always be quoted prices in an active market.
Fair value inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below:
n | | Level 1 — Valuations based on quoted prices for investments in active markets that the Fund has the ability to access at the measurement date (including NAV for open-end mutual funds). Valuation adjustments are not applied to Level 1 investments. |
n | | Level 2 — Valuations based on other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risks, etc.). |
n | | Level 3 — Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions and judgment in determining the fair value of investments). |
Inputs that are used in determining fair value of an investment may include price information, credit data, volatility statistics, and other factors. These inputs can be either observable or unobservable. The availability of observable inputs can vary between investments, and is affected by various factors such as the type of investment, and the volume and level of activity for that investment or similar investments in the marketplace. The inputs will be considered by the Investment Manager, along with any other relevant factors in the calculation of an investment’s fair value. The Fund uses prices and inputs that are current as of the measurement date, which may include periods of market dislocations. During these periods, the availability of prices and inputs may be reduced for many investments. This condition could cause an investment to be reclassified between the various levels within the hierarchy.
Investments falling into the Level 3 category are primarily supported by quoted prices from brokers and dealers participating in the market for those investments. However, these may be classified as Level 3 investments due to lack of market transparency and corroboration to support these quoted prices. Additionally, valuation models may be used as the pricing source for any remaining investments classified as Level 3. These models may rely on one or more significant unobservable inputs and/or significant assumptions by the Investment Manager. Inputs used in valuations may include, but are not limited to, financial statement analysis, capital account balances, discount rates and estimated cash flows, and comparable company data.
Under the direction of the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), the Investment Manager’s Valuation Committee (the Committee) is responsible for overseeing the valuation procedures approved by the Board. The Committee consists of voting and non-voting members from various groups within the Investment Manager’s organization, including operations and accounting, trading and investments, compliance, risk management and legal.
The Committee meets at least monthly to review and approve valuation matters, which may include a description of specific valuation determinations, data regarding pricing information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers and the results of Board-approved valuation control policies and procedures (the Policies). The Policies address, among other things, instances when market quotations are or are not readily available, including recommendations of third party pricing vendors and a determination of appropriate pricing methodologies; events that require specific valuation determinations and assessment of fair value techniques; securities with a potential for stale pricing, including those that are illiquid, restricted, or in default; and the effectiveness of third party pricing vendors, including periodic reviews of vendors. The Committee meets more frequently, as needed, to discuss additional valuation matters, which may include the need to review back-testing results, review time-sensitive information or approve related valuation actions. The Committee reports to the Board, with members of the Committee meeting with the Board at each of its regularly scheduled meetings to discuss valuation matters and actions during the period, similar to those described earlier.
For investments categorized as Level 3, the Committee monitors information similar to that described above, which may include: (i) data specific to the issuer or comparable issuers, (ii) general market or specific sector news and (iii) quoted prices and specific or similar security transactions. The Committee considers this data and any changes from prior periods in order to assess the reasonableness of observable and unobservable inputs, any assumptions or internal models used to value those securities and changes in fair value. This data is also used to corroborate, when available, information received from approved pricing vendors and brokers. Various factors impact the frequency of monitoring this information (which may occur as often as daily). However, the Committee may determine that changes to inputs, assumptions and models are not required as a result of the monitoring procedures performed.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement. | | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Fair Value Measurements (continued)
The following table is a summary of the inputs used to value the Fund’s investments at November 30, 2015:
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Level 1 Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets ($) | | | Level 2 Other Significant Observable Inputs ($) | | | Level 3 Significant Unobservable Inputs ($) | | | Total ($) | |
Investments | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Common Stocks | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Consumer Discretionary | | | 35,106,544 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 35,106,544 | |
| | | | |
Consumer Staples | | | 8,534,131 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 8,534,131 | |
| | | | |
Energy | | | 16,955,692 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 16,955,692 | |
| | | | |
Financials | | | 71,607,460 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 71,607,460 | |
| | | | |
Health Care | | | 20,142,116 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 20,142,116 | |
| | | | |
Industrials | | | 76,730,332 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 76,730,332 | |
| | | | |
Information Technology | | | 61,018,455 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 61,018,455 | |
| | | | |
Materials | | | 23,511,785 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 23,511,785 | |
| | | | |
Utilities | | | 3,688,021 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 3,688,021 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Common Stocks | | | 317,294,536 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 317,294,536 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Rights | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | |
Industrials | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0 | (a) | | | 0 | (a) |
| | | | |
Money Market Funds | | | — | | | | 21,843,333 | | | | — | | | | 21,843,333 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Investments | | | 317,294,536 | | | | 21,843,333 | | | | 0 | (a) | | | 339,137,869 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
See the Portfolio of Investments for all investment classifications not indicated in the table.
The Fund’s assets assigned to the Level 2 input category are valued based upon utilizing observable market inputs, in which a security’s value is determined through reference to prices and information from market transactions for similar or identical assets and/or fund per share market values which are not considered publicly available.
Financial assets were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 as the market for these assets is not considered publicly available. Fund per share market values were obtained using observable market inputs.
The following table shows transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy:
| | | | | | |
Transfers In | | Transfers Out |
Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) | | Level 1 ($) | | Level 2 ($) |
— | | 16,606,519 | | 16,606,519 | | — |
| | | | | | |
Transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 are determined based on the fair value at the beginning of the period for security positions held throughout the period.
The Fund does not hold any significant investments (greater than one percent of net assets) categorized as Level 3.
The Fund’s assets assigned to the Level 3 category are valued utilizing the valuation technique deemed the most appropriate in the circumstances. Certain rights classified as Level 3 are valued using an income approach. To determine fair value for these securities, management considered estimates of future distributions from the company assets or potential actions related to the respective company’s restructuring. Significant increases (decreases) to any of these inputs would result in a significantly lower (higher) fair value measurement.
There were no transfers of financial assets between Levels 2 and 3 during the period.
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA MULTI-ADVISOR SMALL CAP VALUE FUND | | |
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Assets | | | | |
| |
Investments, at value | | | | |
| |
Unaffiliated issuers (identified cost $286,999,013) | | | $317,294,536 | |
| |
Affiliated issuers (identified cost $21,843,333) | | | 21,843,333 | |
| |
Total investments (identified cost $308,842,346) | | | 339,137,869 | |
| |
Receivable for: | | | | |
| |
Investments sold | | | 1,210,774 | |
| |
Capital shares sold | | | 571,073 | |
| |
Dividends | | | 250,111 | |
| |
Foreign tax reclaims | | | 8,220 | |
| |
Expense reimbursement due from Investment Manager | | | 5,585 | |
| |
Prepaid expenses | | | 3,002 | |
| |
Other assets | | | 14,474 | |
| |
Total assets | | | 341,201,108 | |
| |
| |
Liabilities | | | | |
| |
Payable for: | | | | |
| |
Investments purchased | | | 960,179 | |
| |
Capital shares purchased | | | 313,939 | |
| |
Investment management fees | | | 29,097 | |
| |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | 6,595 | |
| |
Transfer agent fees | | | 48,533 | |
| |
Plan administration fees | | | 231 | |
| |
Compensation of board members | | | 34,256 | |
| |
Other expenses | | | 42,674 | |
| |
Total liabilities | | | 1,435,504 | |
| |
Net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $339,765,604 | |
| |
| |
Represented by | | | | |
| |
Paid-in capital | | | $278,681,800 | |
| |
Undistributed net investment income | | | 617,297 | |
| |
Accumulated net realized gain | | | 30,170,984 | |
| |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | 30,295,523 | |
| |
Total — representing net assets applicable to outstanding capital stock | | | $339,765,604 | |
| |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA MULTI-ADVISOR SMALL CAP VALUE FUND | | |
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Class A | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $260,248,390 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 39,345,813 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $6.61 | |
| |
Maximum offering price per share(a) | | | $7.01 | |
| |
Class B | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $3,086,401 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 539,238 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $5.72 | |
| |
Class C | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $9,142,946 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,590,875 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $5.75 | |
| |
Class I | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $21,882,421 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 3,089,116 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $7.08 | |
| |
Class K | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $1,068,586 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 156,207 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $6.84 | |
| |
Class R | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $6,087,768 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 935,806 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $6.51 | |
| |
Class R4 | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $9,091,482 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,346,564 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $6.75 | |
| |
Class R5 | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $20,786,832 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 2,984,502 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $6.96 | |
| |
Class Y | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $2,698 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 386 | |
| |
Net asset value per share(b) | | | $6.98 | |
| |
Class Z | | | | |
| |
Net assets | | | $8,368,080 | |
| |
Shares outstanding | | | 1,192,684 | |
| |
Net asset value per share | | | $7.02 | |
| |
(a) | The maximum offering price per share is calculated by dividing the net asset value per share by 1.0 minus the maximum sales charge of 5.75%. |
(b) | Net asset value per share rounds to this amount due to fractional shares outstanding. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA MULTI-ADVISOR SMALL CAP VALUE FUND | | |
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
| | | | |
Net investment income | | | | |
| |
Income: | | | | |
| |
Dividends — unaffiliated issuers | | | $3,675,194 | |
| |
Dividends — affiliated issuers | | | 13,753 | |
| |
Interest | | | 158 | |
| |
Foreign taxes withheld | | | (26,801 | ) |
| |
Total income | | | 3,662,304 | |
| |
| |
Expenses: | | | | |
| |
Investment management fees | | | 1,806,456 | |
| |
Distribution and/or service fees | | | | |
| |
Class A | | | 328,658 | |
| |
Class B | | | 19,231 | |
| |
Class C | | | 48,058 | |
| |
Class R | | | 15,159 | |
| |
Transfer agent fees | | | | |
| |
Class A | | | 257,509 | |
| |
Class B | | | 3,772 | |
| |
Class C | | | 9,411 | |
| |
Class K | | | 332 | |
| |
Class R | | | 5,936 | |
| |
Class R4 | | | 9,096 | |
| |
Class R5 | | | 5,500 | |
| |
Class Z | | | 8,935 | |
| |
Plan administration fees | | | | |
| |
Class K | | | 1,663 | |
| |
Compensation of board members | | | 6,511 | |
| |
Custodian fees | | | 11,415 | |
| |
Printing and postage fees | | | 40,844 | |
| |
Registration fees | | | 52,027 | |
| |
Audit fees | | | 10,949 | |
| |
Legal fees | | | 4,792 | |
| |
Other | | | 11,741 | |
| |
Total expenses | | | 2,657,995 | |
| |
Fees waived or expenses reimbursed by Investment Manager and its affiliates | | | (344,427 | ) |
| |
Total net expenses | | | 2,313,568 | |
| |
Net investment income | | | 1,348,736 | |
| |
| |
Realized and unrealized gain (loss) — net | | | | |
| |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | 12,557,789 | |
| |
Net realized gain | | | 12,557,789 | |
| |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | |
| |
Investments | | | (34,055,900 | ) |
| |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (34,055,900 | ) |
| |
Net realized and unrealized loss | | | (21,498,111 | ) |
| |
Net decrease in net assets from operations | | | $(20,149,375 | ) |
| |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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| | COLUMBIA MULTI-ADVISOR SMALL CAP VALUE FUND | | |
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
Operations | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | $1,348,736 | | | | $(36,240 | ) |
| | |
Net realized gain | | | 12,557,789 | | | | 44,320,664 | |
| | |
Net change in unrealized depreciation | | | (34,055,900 | ) | | | (25,295,103 | ) |
| |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations | | | (20,149,375 | ) | | | 18,989,321 | |
| |
| | |
Distributions to shareholders | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net investment income | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (200,216 | ) |
| | |
Class I | | | — | | | | (55,183 | ) |
| | |
Class K | | | — | | | | (2,761 | ) |
| | |
Class R4 | | | — | | | | (6,176 | ) |
| | |
Class R5 | | | — | | | | (50,719 | ) |
| | |
Class Z | | | — | | | | (16,618 | ) |
| | |
Net realized gains | | | | | | | | |
| | |
Class A | | | — | | | | (33,408,624 | ) |
| | |
Class B | | | — | | | | (830,771 | ) |
| | |
Class C | | | — | | | | (1,449,336 | ) |
| | |
Class I | | | — | | | | (2,577,782 | ) |
| | |
Class K | | | — | | | | (247,372 | ) |
| | |
Class R | | | — | | | | (724,932 | ) |
| | |
Class R4 | | | — | | | | (423,633 | ) |
| | |
Class R5 | | | — | | | | (2,574,210 | ) |
| | |
Class Z | | | — | | | | (1,139,854 | ) |
| |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (43,708,187 | ) |
| |
Increase (decrease) in net assets from capital stock activity | | | (9,072,981 | ) | | | 11,293,650 | |
| |
Total decrease in net assets | | | (29,222,356 | ) | | | (13,425,216 | ) |
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Net assets at beginning of period | | | 368,987,960 | | | | 382,413,176 | |
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Net assets at end of period | | | $339,765,604 | | | | $368,987,960 | |
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Undistributed (excess of distributions over) net investment income | | | $617,297 | | | | $(731,439 | ) |
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The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | | | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Class A shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions(a) | | | 3,234,713 | | | | 21,314,167 | | | | 3,608,719 | | | | 25,841,178 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 4,874,266 | | | | 33,047,525 | |
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Redemptions | | | (3,737,840 | ) | | | (24,675,649 | ) | | | (7,774,466 | ) | | | (56,202,466 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (503,127 | ) | | | (3,361,482 | ) | | | 708,519 | | | | 2,686,237 | |
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Class B shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions | | | 2,971 | | | | 17,217 | | | | 3,988 | | | | 26,132 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 138,702 | | | | 819,730 | |
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Redemptions(a) | | | (293,451 | ) | | | (1,718,806 | ) | | | (529,084 | ) | | | (3,391,292 | ) |
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Net decrease | | | (290,480 | ) | | | (1,701,589 | ) | | | (386,394 | ) | | | (2,545,430 | ) |
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Class C shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions | | | 38,709 | | | | 223,244 | | | | 133,097 | | | | 846,535 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 234,731 | | | | 1,391,957 | |
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Redemptions | | | (149,748 | ) | | | (858,538 | ) | | | (422,637 | ) | | | (2,713,825 | ) |
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Net decrease | | | (111,039 | ) | | | (635,294 | ) | | | (54,809 | ) | | | (475,333 | ) |
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Class I shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions | | | 32,952 | | | | 230,396 | | | | 10,893 | | | | 82,844 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 364,128 | | | | 2,632,644 | |
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Redemptions | | | (12,397 | ) | | | (92,316 | ) | | | (207,943 | ) | | | (1,596,410 | ) |
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Net increase | | | 20,555 | | | | 138,080 | | | | 167,078 | | | | 1,119,078 | |
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Class K shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions | | | 10,431 | | | | 71,390 | | | | 175,599 | | | | 1,317,767 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 35,634 | | | | 249,794 | |
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Redemptions | | | (192,292 | ) | | | (1,373,822 | ) | | | (240,973 | ) | | | (1,880,339 | ) |
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Net decrease | | | (181,861 | ) | | | (1,302,432 | ) | | | (29,740 | ) | | | (312,778 | ) |
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Class R shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions | | | 112,799 | | | | 727,155 | | | | 222,771 | | | | 1,595,265 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 95,697 | | | | 640,216 | |
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Redemptions | | | (86,339 | ) | | | (564,135 | ) | | | (266,320 | ) | | | (1,926,521 | ) |
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Net increase | | | 26,460 | | | | 163,020 | | | | 52,148 | | | | 308,960 | |
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Class R4 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions | | | 252,644 | | | | 1,754,533 | | | | 1,121,094 | | | | 7,712,424 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 62,291 | | | | 429,809 | |
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Redemptions | | | (227,402 | ) | | | (1,554,195 | ) | | | (327,883 | ) | | | (2,359,095 | ) |
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Net increase | | | 25,242 | | | | 200,338 | | | | 855,502 | | | | 5,783,138 | |
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Class R5 shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions | | | 210,930 | | | | 1,453,501 | | | | 787,313 | | | | 5,983,977 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 368,670 | | | | 2,624,929 | |
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Redemptions | | | (400,852 | ) | | | (2,760,923 | ) | | | (649,263 | ) | | | (4,857,701 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (189,922 | ) | | | (1,307,422 | ) | | | 506,720 | | | | 3,751,205 | |
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Class Y shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions | | | 386 | | | | 2,500 | | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net increase | | | 386 | | | | 2,500 | | | | — | | | | — | |
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The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (continued)
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| | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 (Unaudited) | | | Year Ended May 31, 2015 | |
| | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | | | Shares | | | Dollars ($) | |
Capital stock activity (continued) | | | | | �� | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Class Z shares | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Subscriptions | | | 60,378 | | | | 421,861 | | | | 282,980 | | | | 2,167,561 | |
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Distributions reinvested | | | — | | | | — | | | | 155,905 | | | | 1,119,399 | |
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Redemptions | | | (243,132 | ) | | | (1,690,561 | ) | | | (302,515 | ) | | | (2,308,387 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (182,754 | ) | | | (1,268,700 | ) | | | 136,370 | | | | 978,573 | |
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Total net increase (decrease) | | | (1,386,540 | ) | | | (9,072,981 | ) | | | 1,955,394 | | | | 11,293,650 | |
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(a) | Includes conversions of Class B shares to Class A shares, if any. The line items from the prior year have been combined to conform to the current year presentation. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following tables are intended to help you understand the Fund’s financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single share of a class held for the periods shown. Per share net investment income (loss) amounts are calculated based on average shares outstanding during the period. Total return assumes reinvestment of all dividends and distributions, if any. Total return does not reflect payment of sales charges, if any. Total return and portfolio turnover are not annualized for periods of less than one year. The portfolio turnover rate is calculated without regard to purchase and sales transactions of short-term instruments and certain derivatives, if any. If such transactions were included, the Fund’s portfolio turnover rate may be higher.
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class A | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012 | | | | 2011 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $7.00 | | | | $7.55 | | | | $7.20 | | | | $5.42 | | | | $6.18 | | | | $4.91 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.03 | | | | (0.00 | )(a) | | | (0.02 | ) | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | 0.37 | | | | 1.19 | | | | 1.82 | | | | (0.75 | ) | | | 1.30 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.39 | ) | | | 0.37 | | | | 1.17 | | | | 1.82 | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | 1.27 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.82 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.92 | ) | | | (0.82 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $6.61 | | | | $7.00 | | | | $7.55 | | | | $7.20 | | | | $5.42 | | | | $6.18 | |
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Total return | | | (5.57 | %) | | | 5.23 | % | | | 16.60 | % | | | 33.63 | %(b) | | | (12.30 | %) | | | 25.87 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 1.57 | %(d) | | | 1.59 | % | | | 1.63 | %(e) | | | 1.70 | % | | | 1.70 | % | | | 1.70 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.37 | %(d) | | | 1.38 | % | | | 1.40 | %(e)(g) | | | 1.42 | %(g) | | | 1.50 | %(g) | | | 1.53 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.75 | %(d) | | | (0.04 | %) | | | (0.26 | %) | | | 0.06 | % | | | (0.27 | %) | | | (0.56 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $260,248 | | | | $278,908 | | | | $295,555 | | | | $277,567 | | | | $244,913 | | | | $323,548 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 68 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 54 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(g) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class B | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012 | | | | 2011 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.08 | | | | $6.72 | | | | $6.50 | | | | $4.93 | | | | $5.68 | | | | $4.54 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.36 | ) | | | 0.32 | | | | 1.08 | | | | 1.64 | | | | (0.70 | ) | | | 1.21 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.36 | ) | | | 0.27 | | | | 1.01 | | | | 1.60 | | | | (0.75 | ) | | | 1.14 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $5.72 | | | | $6.08 | | | | $6.72 | | | | $6.50 | | | | $4.93 | | | | $5.68 | |
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Total return | | | (5.92 | %) | | | 4.40 | % | | | 15.82 | % | | | 32.66 | %(b) | | | (13.20 | %) | | | 25.11 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 2.32 | %(d) | | | 2.34 | % | | | 2.38 | %(e) | | | 2.45 | % | | | 2.44 | % | | | 2.47 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 2.12 | %(d) | | | 2.13 | % | | | 2.15 | %(e)(g) | | | 2.17 | %(g) | | | 2.26 | %(g) | | | 2.30 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.03 | %(d) | | | (0.81 | %) | | | (0.99 | %) | | | (0.70 | %) | | | (1.05 | %) | | | (1.34 | %) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $3,086 | | | | $5,044 | | | | $8,171 | | | | $12,609 | | | | $17,066 | | | | $37,804 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 68 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 54 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(g) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class C | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012 | | | | 2011 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.10 | | | | $6.74 | | | | $6.52 | | | | $4.95 | | | | $5.69 | | | | $4.55 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | (0.07 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.35 | ) | | | 0.32 | | | | 1.08 | | | | 1.64 | | | | (0.69 | ) | | | 1.21 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.35 | ) | | | 0.27 | | | | 1.01 | | | | 1.60 | | | | (0.74 | ) | | | 1.14 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.79 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | | | — | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $5.75 | | | | $6.10 | | | | $6.74 | | | | $6.52 | | | | $4.95 | | | | $5.69 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total return | | | (5.74 | %) | | | 4.39 | % | | | 15.77 | % | | | 32.52 | %(b) | | | (13.01 | %) | | | 25.05 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total gross expenses | | | 2.32 | %(d) | | | 2.34 | % | | | 2.38 | %(e) | | | 2.45 | % | | | 2.44 | % | | | 2.44 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total net expenses(f) | | | 2.12 | %(d) | | | 2.13 | % | | | 2.15 | %(e)(g) | | | 2.17 | %(g) | | | 2.26 | %(g) | | | 2.29 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.01 | %(d) | | | (0.79 | %) | | | (1.01 | %) | | | (0.69 | %) | | | (1.02 | %) | | | (1.33 | %) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $9,143 | | | | $10,389 | | | | $11,844 | | | | $10,320 | | | | $8,563 | | | | $10,055 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 68 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 54 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notes to Financial Highlights
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(g) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| Six Months Ended
November 30, 2015 |
| | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class I | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012 | | | | 2011 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $7.48 | | | | $7.99 | | | | $7.56 | | | | $5.67 | | | | $6.45 | | | | $5.10 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.02 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.01 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | 0.39 | | | | 1.25 | | | | 1.91 | | | | (0.79 | ) | | | 1.36 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.40 | ) | | | 0.42 | | | | 1.27 | | | | 1.94 | | | | (0.78 | ) | | | 1.35 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.84 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.93 | ) | | | (0.84 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $7.08 | | | | $7.48 | | | | $7.99 | | | | $7.56 | | | | $5.67 | | | | $6.45 | |
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Total return | | | (5.35 | %) | | | 5.65 | % | | | 17.17 | % | | | 34.37 | %(b) | | | (12.09 | %) | | | 26.47 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.13 | %(d) | | | 1.12 | % | | | 1.12 | %(e) | | | 1.13 | % | | | 1.12 | % | | | 1.16 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 0.95 | %(d) | | | 0.94 | % | | | 0.95 | %(e) | | | 0.97 | % | | | 1.09 | % | | | 1.08 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 1.17 | %(d) | | | 0.41 | % | | | 0.20 | % | | | 0.50 | % | | | 0.09 | % | | | (0.12 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $21,882 | | | | $22,953 | | | | $23,181 | | | | $22,350 | | | | $19,114 | | | | $48,387 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 68 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 54 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class K | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012 | | | | 2011 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $7.23 | | | | $7.77 | | | | $7.38 | | | | $5.55 | | | | $6.33 | | | | $5.02 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.02 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | 0.37 | | | | 1.23 | | | | 1.86 | | | | (0.77 | ) | | | 1.33 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.39 | ) | | | 0.38 | | | | 1.22 | | | | 1.87 | | | | (0.78 | ) | | | 1.31 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.83 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.92 | ) | | | (0.83 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $6.84 | | | | $7.23 | | | | $7.77 | | | | $7.38 | | | | $5.55 | | | | $6.33 | |
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Total return | | | (5.39 | %) | | | 5.26 | % | | | 16.84 | % | | | 33.85 | %(b) | | | (12.32 | %) | | | 26.10 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.41 | %(d) | | | 1.42 | % | | | 1.42 | %(e) | | | 1.43 | % | | | 1.41 | % | | | 1.41 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.25 | %(d) | | | 1.24 | % | | | 1.25 | %(e) | | | 1.27 | % | | | 1.38 | % | | | 1.33 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.80 | %(d) | | | 0.11 | % | | | (0.11 | %) | | | 0.21 | % | | | (0.15 | %) | | | (0.42 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $1,069 | | | | $2,446 | | | | $2,858 | | | | $2,450 | | | | $1,552 | | | | $2,250 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 68 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 54 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012 | | | | 2011 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.89 | | | | $7.46 | | | | $7.13 | | | | $5.38 | | | | $6.15 | | | | $4.90 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.02 | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) | | | (0.01 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.40 | ) | | | 0.36 | | | | 1.18 | | | | 1.79 | | | | (0.74 | ) | | | 1.30 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.38 | ) | | | 0.34 | | | | 1.14 | | | | 1.78 | | | | (0.77 | ) | | | 1.25 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.81 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.81 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $6.51 | | | | $6.89 | | | | $7.46 | | | | $7.13 | | | | $5.38 | | | | $6.15 | |
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Total return | | | (5.52 | %) | | | 4.92 | % | | | 16.31 | % | | | 33.27 | %(b) | | | (12.52 | %) | | | 25.51 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.82 | %(d) | | | 1.84 | % | | | 1.88 | %(e) | | | 1.95 | % | | | 1.96 | % | | | 1.89 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.62 | %(d) | | | 1.63 | % | | | 1.65 | %(e)(g) | | | 1.66 | %(g) | | | 1.76 | %(g) | | | 1.80 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.49 | %(d) | | | (0.29 | %) | | | (0.53 | %) | | | (0.22 | %) | | | (0.50 | %) | | | (0.86 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $6,088 | | | | $6,268 | | | | $6,396 | | | | $8,110 | | | | $3,545 | | | | $1,951 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 68 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 54 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(g) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R4 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012 | | | | 2011 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $7.14 | | | | $7.67 | | | | $7.29 | | | | $5.48 | | | | $6.26 | | | | $4.98 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | (0.04 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.42 | ) | | | 0.36 | | | | 1.21 | | | | 1.83 | | | | (0.76 | ) | | | 1.32 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.39 | ) | | | 0.39 | | | | 1.21 | | | | 1.84 | | | | (0.78 | ) | | | 1.28 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.83 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.92 | ) | | | (0.83 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Increase from payment by affiliate | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $6.75 | | | | $7.14 | | | | $7.67 | | | | $7.29 | | | | $5.48 | | | | $6.26 | |
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Total return | | | (5.46 | %) | | | 5.54 | % | | | 16.98 | % | | | 33.76 | %(b) | | | (12.46 | %) | | | 25.70 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.32 | %(d) | | | 1.34 | % | | | 1.38 | %(e) | | | 1.55 | % | | | 1.65 | % | | | 1.67 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.12 | %(d) | | | 1.13 | % | | | 1.15 | %(e)(g) | | | 1.34 | % | | | 1.63 | % | | | 1.58 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 1.01 | %(d) | | | 0.41 | % | | | 0.00 | %(a) | | | 0.20 | % | | | (0.39 | %) | | | (0.62 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $9,091 | | | | $9,428 | | | | $3,572 | | | | $1,221 | | | | $2,585 | | | | $2,946 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 68 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 54 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(g) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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| | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015 | | | | Year Ended May 31, | |
Class R5 | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012 | | | | 2011 | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $7.36 | | | | $7.87 | | | | $7.46 | | | | $5.60 | | | | $6.37 | | | | $5.04 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.01 | | | | 0.03 | | | | 0.01 | | | | (0.01 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | 0.39 | | | | 1.24 | | | | 1.88 | | | | (0.78 | ) | | | 1.34 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.40 | ) | | | 0.42 | | | | 1.25 | | | | 1.91 | | | | (0.77 | ) | | | 1.33 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.84 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.93 | ) | | | (0.84 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (a) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $6.96 | | | | $7.36 | | | | $7.87 | | | | $7.46 | | | | $5.60 | | | | $6.37 | |
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Total return | | | (5.43 | %) | | | 5.70 | % | | | 17.09 | % | | | 34.23 | %(b) | | | (12.09 | %) | | | 26.39 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(c) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.18 | %(d) | | | 1.17 | % | | | 1.17 | %(e) | | | 1.18 | % | | | 1.15 | % | | | 1.20 | % |
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Total net expenses(f) | | | 1.00 | %(d) | | | 0.99 | % | | | 1.00 | %(e) | | | 1.02 | % | | | 1.12 | % | | | 1.11 | % |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 1.13 | %(d) | | | 0.36 | % | | | 0.14 | % | | | 0.45 | % | | | 0.13 | % | | | (0.16 | %) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $20,787 | | | | $23,352 | | | | $21,005 | | | | $18,454 | | | | $14,373 | | | | $17,344 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 68 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 54 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(b) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%. |
(c) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(e) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(f) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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Class Y | | | Six Months Ended November 30, 2015(a) (Unaudited) | |
Per share data | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $6.47 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | |
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Net investment income | | | 0.00 | (b) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain | | | 0.51 | (c) |
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Total from investment operations | | | 0.51 | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $6.98 | |
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Total return | | | 7.88 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.23 | %(d) |
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Total net expenses(e) | | | 0.98 | %(d) |
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Net investment income | | | 0.09 | %(d) |
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Supplemental data | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $3 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from October 1, 2015 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(c) | Calculation of the net gain (loss) per share (both realized and unrealized) does not correlate to the aggregate realized and unrealized gain (loss) presented in the Statement of Operations due to the timing of subscriptions and redemptions of Fund shares in relation to fluctuations in the market value of the portfolio. |
(e) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
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Class Z | | | (Unaudited) | | | | 2015 | | | | 2014 | | | | 2013 | | | | 2012 | | | | 2011(a) | |
Per share data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $7.42 | | | | $7.94 | | | | $7.52 | | | | $5.65 | | | | $6.43 | | | | $5.09 | |
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Income from investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 0.04 | | | | 0.02 | | | | (0.00 | )(b) | | | 0.02 | | | | (0.00 | )(b) | | | (0.01 | ) |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) | | | (0.44 | ) | | | 0.38 | | | | 1.25 | | | | 1.90 | | | | (0.78 | ) | | | 1.35 | |
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Total from investment operations | | | (0.40 | ) | | | 0.40 | | | | 1.25 | | | | 1.92 | | | | (0.78 | ) | | | 1.34 | |
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Less distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income | | | — | | | | (0.01 | ) | | | — | | | | (0.02 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net realized gains | | | — | | | | (0.91 | ) | | | (0.83 | ) | | | (0.03 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Total distributions to shareholders | | | — | | | | (0.92 | ) | | | (0.83 | ) | | | (0.05 | ) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Proceeds from regulatory settlements | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 0.00 | (b) | | | — | | | | — | |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $7.02 | | | | $7.42 | | | | $7.94 | | | | $7.52 | | | | $5.65 | | | | $6.43 | |
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Total return | | | (5.39 | %) | | | 5.46 | % | | | 17.01 | % | | | 34.03 | %(c) | | | (12.13 | %) | | | 26.33 | % |
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Ratios to average net assets(d) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total gross expenses | | | 1.32 | %(e) | | | 1.34 | % | | | 1.38 | %(f) | | | 1.45 | % | | | 1.44 | % | | | 1.32 | %(e) |
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Total net expenses(g) | | | 1.12 | %(e) | | | 1.13 | % | | | 1.15 | %(f)(h) | | | 1.16 | %(h) | | | 1.25 | %(h) | | | 1.20 | %(e) |
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Net investment income (loss) | | | 1.03 | %(e) | | | 0.22 | % | | | (0.01 | %) | | | 0.30 | % | | | (0.00 | )(b) | | | (0.22 | %)(e) |
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Supplemental data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | | $8,368 | | | | $10,199 | | | | $9,832 | | | | $6,848 | | | | $3,960 | | | | $4,338 | |
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Portfolio turnover | | | 22 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 68 | % | | | 66 | % | | | 54 | % |
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Notes to Financial Highlights
(a) | Based on operations from September 27, 2010 (commencement of operations) through the stated period end. |
(c) | The Fund received proceeds from regulatory settlements. Had the Fund not received these proceeds, the total return would have been lower by 0.04%. |
(d) | In addition to the fees and expenses that the Fund bears directly, the Fund indirectly bears a pro rata share of the fees and expenses of any other funds in which it invests. Such indirect expenses are not included in the Fund’s reported expense ratios. |
(f) | Ratios include line of credit interest expense which is less than 0.01%. |
(g) | Total net expenses include the impact of certain fee waivers/expense reimbursements made by the Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates, if applicable. |
(h) | The benefits derived from expense reductions had an impact of less than 0.01%. |
The accompanying Notes to Financial Statements are an integral part of this statement.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Note 1. Organization
Columbia Multi-Advisor Small Cap Value Fund (the Fund), a series of Columbia Funds Series Trust II (the Trust), is a diversified fund. The Trust is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust.
Fund Shares
The Trust may issue an unlimited number of shares (without par value). The Fund offers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class I, Class K, Class R, Class R4, Class R5, Class Y and Class Z shares. Although all share classes generally have identical voting, dividend and liquidation rights, each share class votes separately when required by the Trust’s organizational documents or by law. Different share classes pay different distribution amounts to the extent the expenses of such share classes differ, and distributions in liquidation will be proportional to the net asset value of each share class. Each share class has its own expense and sales charge structure.
Class A shares are subject to a maximum front-end sales charge of 5.75% based on the initial investment amount. Class A shares purchased without an initial sales charge in accounts aggregating $1 million to $50 million at the time of purchase are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) if the shares are sold within 18 months after purchase, charged as follows: 1.00% CDSC if redeemed within 12 months after purchase, and 0.50% CDSC if redeemed more than 12, but less than 18, months after purchase.
Class B shares may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 5.00% based upon the holding period after purchase. Class B shares will generally convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase. The Fund no longer accepts investments by new or existing investors in the Fund’s Class B shares, except in connection with the reinvestment of any dividend and/or capital gain distributions in Class B shares of the Fund and exchanges by existing Class B shareholders of certain other funds within the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class C shares are subject to a 1.00% CDSC on shares redeemed within 12 months after purchase.
Class I shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to the Columbia Family of Funds.
Class K shares are not subject to sales charges, however this share class is closed to new investors.
Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans and other investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R4 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to omnibus retirement plans and certain investors as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Class R5 shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to investors purchasing through authorized investment professionals and omnibus retirement plans.
Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are generally available only to certain retirement plans as described in the Fund’s prospectus. Class Y shares commenced operations on October 1, 2015.
Class Z shares are not subject to sales charges and are available only to eligible investors, which are subject to different investment minimums as described in the Fund’s prospectus.
Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation
The Fund is an investment company that applies the accounting and reporting guidance in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification Topic 946, Financial Services — Investment Companies (ASC 946). The financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
Security Valuation
All equity securities are valued at the close of business of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Equity securities are valued at the last quoted sales price on the principal exchange or market on which they trade, except for securities traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market, which are valued at the NASDAQ official close price. Unlisted
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
securities or listed securities for which there were no sales during the day are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets.
Foreign equity securities are valued based on the closing price on the foreign exchange in which such securities are primarily traded. If any foreign equity security closing prices are not readily available, the securities are valued at the mean of the latest quoted bid and ask prices on such exchanges or markets. Foreign currency exchange rates are generally determined at 4:00 p.m. Eastern (U.S.) time. Many securities markets and exchanges outside the U.S. close prior to the close of the NYSE; therefore, the closing prices for securities in such markets or on such exchanges may not fully reflect events that occur after such close but before the close of the NYSE. In those situations, foreign securities will be fair valued pursuant to a policy adopted by the Board of Trustees (the Board), including, if available, utilizing a third party pricing service to determine these fair values. The third party pricing service takes into account multiple factors, including, but not limited to, movements in the U.S. securities markets, certain depositary receipts, futures contracts and foreign exchange rates that have occurred subsequent to the close of the foreign exchange or market, to determine a good faith estimate that reasonably reflects the current market conditions as of the close of the NYSE. The fair value of a security is likely to be different from the quoted or published price, if available.
Investments in open-end investment companies, including money market funds, are valued at their latest net asset value.
Investments for which market quotations are not readily available, or that have quotations which management believes are not reflective of market value or reliable, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith under procedures approved by and under the general supervision of the Board. If a security or class of securities (such as foreign securities) is valued at fair value, such value is likely to be different from the quoted or published price for the security.
The determination of fair value often requires significant judgment. To determine fair value, management may use assumptions including but not limited to future cash flows and estimated risk premiums. Multiple inputs from various sources may be used to determine fair value.
GAAP requires disclosure regarding the inputs and valuation techniques used to measure fair value and any
changes in valuation inputs or techniques. In addition, investments shall be disclosed by major category. This information is disclosed following the Fund’s Portfolio of Investments.
Security Transactions
Security transactions are accounted for on the trade date. Cost is determined and gains (losses) are based upon the specific identification method for both financial statement and federal income tax purposes.
Income Recognition
Corporate actions and dividend income are generally recorded net of any non-reclaimable tax withholdings, on the ex-dividend date or upon receipt of ex-dividend notification in the case of certain foreign securities.
The Fund may receive distributions from holdings in equity securities, business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds, other regulated investment companies (RICs), and real estate investment trusts (REITs), which report information on the tax character of their distributions annually. These distributions are allocated to dividend income, capital gain and return of capital based on actual information reported. Return of capital is recorded as a reduction of the cost basis of securities held. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, return of capital is recorded as a realized gain. With respect to REITs, to the extent actual information has not yet been reported, estimates for return of capital are made by the Fund���s management. Management’s estimates are subsequently adjusted when the actual character of the distributions is disclosed by the REITs, which could result in a proportionate change in return of capital to shareholders.
Awards from class action litigation are recorded as a reduction of cost basis if the Fund still owns the applicable securities on the payment date. If the Fund no longer owns the applicable securities, the proceeds are recorded as realized gains.
Expenses
General expenses of the Trust are allocated to the Fund and other funds of the Trust based upon relative net assets or other expense allocation methodologies determined by the nature of the expense. Expenses directly attributable to the Fund are charged to the Fund. Expenses directly attributable to a specific class of shares are charged to that share class.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Determination of Class Net Asset Value
All income, expenses (other than class-specific expenses, which are charged to that share class, as shown in the Statement of Operations) and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are allocated to each class of the Fund on a daily basis, based on the relative net assets of each class, for purposes of determining the net asset value of each class.
Federal Income Tax Status
The Fund intends to qualify each year as a regulated investment company under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended, and will distribute substantially all of its taxable income (including net short-term capital gains), if any, for its tax year, and as such will not be subject to federal income taxes. In addition, the Fund intends to distribute in each calendar year substantially all of its net investment income, capital gains and certain other amounts, if any, such that the Fund should not be subject to federal excise tax. Therefore, no federal income or excise tax provision is recorded.
Foreign Taxes
The Fund may be subject to foreign taxes on income, gains on investments or currency repatriation, a portion of which may be recoverable. The Fund will accrue such taxes and recoveries, as applicable, based upon its current interpretation of tax rules and regulations that exist in the markets in which it invests.
Realized gains in certain countries may be subject to foreign taxes at the Fund level, based on statutory rates. The Fund accrues for such foreign taxes on realized and unrealized gains at the appropriate rate for each jurisdiction, as applicable. The amount, if any, is disclosed as a liability on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
Distributions to Shareholders
Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared and paid annually. Net realized capital gains, if any, are distributed along with the income distribution. Income distributions and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
Under the Trust’s organizational documents and, in some cases, by contract, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the
performance of their duties to the Trust or its funds. In addition, certain of the Fund’s contracts with its service providers contain general indemnification clauses. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown since the amount of any future claims that may be made against the Fund cannot be determined, and the Fund has no historical basis for predicting the likelihood of any such claims.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent)
In May 2015, FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2015-07, Fair Value Measurement (Topic 820), Disclosure for Investments in Certain Entities That Calculate Net Asset Value per Share (or Its Equivalent). ASU No. 2015-07 changes the disclosure requirements for investments for which fair value is measured using the net asset value per share practical expedient. The disclosure requirements are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2015 and interim periods within those fiscal years. At this time, management is evaluating the implications of this guidance and the impact it will have on the financial statement amounts and footnote disclosures, if any.
Note 3. Fees and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Management Fees
Effective October 1, 2015, the Fund entered into a Management Agreement with Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (the Investment Manager), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial). Under the Management Agreement, the Investment Manager provides the Fund with investment research and advice, as well as administrative and accounting services. The Investment Manager is responsible for the ultimate oversight of investments made by the Fund. The Fund’s subadvisers (see Subadvisory Agreements below) have the primary responsibility for the day-to-day portfolio management of their portion of the Fund. The management services fee is an annual fee that is equal to a percentage of the Fund’s average daily net assets that declines from 1.05% to 0.92% as the Fund’s net assets increase. The annualized effective management services fee rate for the six months ended November 30, 2015 was 1.05% of the Fund’s average daily net assets.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund paid the Investment Manager an annual fee for advisory services under an Investment Management Services Agreement and a separate annual fee for administrative and accounting services under an Administrative Services Agreement. For the period from June 1, 2015 through September 30, 2015, the investment advisory services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $1,129,697, and the administrative services fee paid to the Investment Manager was $93,838.
Subadvisory Agreement
The Investment Manager has entered into Subadvisory Agreements with Barrow, Hanley, Mewhinney & Strauss, LLC, Donald Smith & Co., Inc., Metropolitan West Capital Management, LLC and Segall Bryant & Hamill, LLC to each serving as a subadviser to the Fund. New investments in the Fund, net of any redemptions, are allocated in accordance with the Investment Manager’s determination, subject to the oversight of the Fund’s Board. Each subadviser’s proportionate share of investments in the Fund may also vary due to market fluctuations. The Investment Manager compensates each subadviser to manage the investment of the Fund’s assets.
Other Expenses
Other expenses are for, among other things, miscellaneous expenses of the Fund or the Board, including payments to Board Services Corp., a company providing limited administrative services to the Fund and the Board. That company’s expenses include boardroom and office expense, employee compensation, employee health and retirement benefits, and certain other expenses. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, other expenses paid by the Fund to this company were $750.
Compensation of Board Members
Board members, who are not officers or employees of the Investment Manager or Ameriprise Financial, are compensated for their services to the Fund as disclosed in the Statement of Operations. Under a Deferred Compensation Plan (the Plan), these Board members may elect to defer payment of up to 100% of their compensation. Deferred amounts are treated as though equivalent dollar amounts had been invested in shares of certain funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Fund’s liability for these amounts is adjusted for market value changes and remains in the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan. All amounts payable under the Plan constitute a general unsecured obligation of the Fund.
Transfer Agency Fees
Under a Transfer and Dividend Disbursing Agent Agreement, Columbia Management Investment Services Corp. (the Transfer Agent), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, is responsible for providing transfer agency services to the Fund. The Transfer Agent has contracted with Boston Financial Data Services (BFDS) to serve as sub-transfer agent.
The Transfer Agent receives a monthly transfer agency fee based on the number or the average value of accounts, depending on the type of account. In addition, the Transfer Agent also receives sub-transfer agency fees based on a percentage of the average aggregate value of the Fund’s shares maintained in omnibus accounts (other than omnibus accounts for which American Enterprise Investment Services Inc. is the broker of record or accounts where the beneficial shareholder is a customer of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., for which the Transfer Agent receives a per account fee). The Transfer Agent pays the fees of BFDS for services as sub-transfer agent and is not entitled to reimbursement for such fees from the Fund (with the exception of out-of-pocket fees).
The Transfer Agent also receives compensation from the Fund for various shareholder services and reimbursements for certain out-of-pocket fees. Total transfer agency fees for Class K and Class R5 shares are subject to an annual limitation of not more than 0.05% of the average daily net assets attributable to each share class. Class I and Class Y shares do not pay transfer agency fees.
For the six months ended November 30, 2015, the Fund’s annualized effective transfer agency fee rates as a percentage of average daily net assets of each class were as follows:
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Class A | | | 0.20 | % |
Class B | | | 0.20 | |
Class C | | | 0.20 | |
Class K | | | 0.05 | |
Class R | | | 0.20 | |
Class R4 | | | 0.20 | |
Class R5 | | | 0.05 | |
Class Z | | | 0.20 | |
An annual minimum account balance fee of $20 may apply to certain accounts with a value below the applicable share class’s initial minimum investment
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
requirements to reduce the impact of small accounts on transfer agency fees. These minimum account balance fees are remitted to the Fund and recorded as part of expense reductions in the Statement of Operations. For the six months ended November 30, 2015, no minimum account balance fees were charged by the Fund.
Plan Administration Fees
Under a Plan Administration Services Agreement with the Transfer Agent, the Fund pays an annual fee at a rate of 0.25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares for the provision of various administrative, recordkeeping, communication and educational services.
Distribution and Service Fees
The Fund has an agreement with Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Investment Manager and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, for distribution and shareholder services. Under a Plan and Agreement of Distribution, the Fund pays a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares, a fee at an annual rate of up to 0.50% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares (of which up to 0.25% may be used for shareholder services) and a fee at an annual rate of up to 1.00% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C shares. For Class B and Class C shares, of the 1.00% fee, up to 0.75% is reimbursed for distribution expenses.
The amount of distribution and shareholder services expenses incurred by the Distributor and not yet reimbursed (unreimbursed expense) was approximately $911,000 and $106,000 for Class B and Class C shares, respectively. These amounts are based on the most recent information available as of September 30, 2015, and may be recovered from future payments under the distribution plan or CDSCs. To the extent the unreimbursed expense has been fully recovered, the distribution and/or shareholder services fee is reduced.
Sales Charges
Sales charges, including front-end charges and CDSCs, received by the Distributor for distributing Fund shares were $44,811 for Class A, $460 for Class B and $346 for Class C shares for the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Expenses Waived/Reimbursed by the Investment Manager and its Affiliates
The Investment Manager and certain of its affiliates have contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding certain fees and expenses described below) for the periods disclosed below, unless sooner terminated at the sole discretion of the Board, so that the Fund’s net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund’s custodian, do not exceed the following annual rates as a percentage of the class’ average daily net assets:
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Class A | | | 1.37 | % | | | 1.50 | % |
Class B | | | 2.12 | | | | 2.25 | |
Class C | | | 2.12 | | | | 2.25 | |
Class I | | | 0.98 | | | | 1.07 | |
Class K | | | 1.28 | | | | 1.37 | |
Class R | | | 1.62 | | | | 1.75 | |
Class R4 | | | 1.12 | | | | 1.25 | |
Class R5 | | | 1.03 | | | | 1.12 | |
Class Y | | | 0.98 | | | | — | |
Class Z | | | 1.12 | | | | 1.25 | |
Under the agreement governing these fee waivers and/or expense reimbursement arrangements, the following fees and expenses are excluded from the waiver/reimbursement commitment, and therefore will be paid by the Fund, if applicable: taxes (including foreign transaction taxes), expenses associated with investments in affiliated and non-affiliated pooled investment vehicles (including mutual funds and exchange-traded funds), transaction costs and brokerage commissions, costs related to any securities lending program, dividend and interest expenses associated with securities sold short, inverse floater program fees and expenses, transaction charges and interest on borrowed money, interest, extraordinary expenses and any other expenses the exclusion of which is specifically approved by the Board. This agreement may be modified or amended only with approval from all parties.
Prior to October 1, 2015, the Fund’s expense ratio was subject to a voluntary expense reimbursement arrangement pursuant to which fees were waived and/or expenses reimbursed (excluding certain fees and expenses immediately described above), so that the Fund’s net operating expenses, after giving effect to fees
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waived/expenses reimbursed and any balance credits and/or overdraft charges from the Fund’s custodian, did not exceed the annual rates of 1.37% for Class A, 2.12% for Class B, 2.12% for Class C, 0.94% for Class I, 1.24% for Class K, 1.62% for Class R, 1.12% for Class R4, 0.99% for Class R5 and 1.12% for Class Z.
Any fees waived and/or expenses reimbursed under the expense reimbursement arrangements described above are not recoverable by the Investment Manager or its affiliates in future periods.
Note 4. Federal Tax Information
The timing and character of income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income tax regulations, which may differ from GAAP because of temporary or permanent book to tax differences.
At November 30, 2015, the cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was approximately $308,842,000 and the aggregate gross approximate unrealized appreciation and depreciation based on that cost was:
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Management of the Fund has concluded that there are no significant uncertain tax positions in the Fund that would require recognition in the financial statements. However, management’s conclusion may be subject to review and adjustment at a later date based on factors including, but not limited to, new tax laws, regulations, and administrative interpretations (including relevant court decisions). Generally, the Fund’s federal tax returns for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service.
Note 5. Portfolio Information
The cost of purchases and proceeds from sales of securities, excluding short-term investments and derivatives, if any, aggregated to $71,419,274 and $84,445,360, respectively, for the six months ended November 30, 2015. The amount of purchase and sale activity impacts the portfolio turnover rate reported in the Financial Highlights.
Note 6. Affiliated Money Market Fund
The Fund invests in Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund, an affiliated money market fund established for the exclusive use by the Fund and other affiliated funds. The
income earned by the Fund from such investments is included as Dividends — affiliated issuers in the Statement of Operations. As an investing fund, the Fund indirectly bears its proportionate share of the expenses of Columbia Short-Term Cash Fund.
Note 7. Line of Credit
The Fund has access to a revolving credit facility whereby the Fund may borrow for the temporary funding of shareholder redemptions or for other temporary or emergency purposes. Effective December 8, 2015, Citibank, N.A. and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. joined JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. (JPMorgan) as lead of a syndicate of banks under the credit facility, which is a collective agreement between the Fund and certain other funds managed by the Investment Manager, severally and not jointly, that permits collective borrowings up to $1 billion. Interest is charged to each participating fund based on its borrowings at a rate equal to the higher of (i) the overnight federal funds rate plus 1.00% or (ii) the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.00%. Each borrowing under the credit facility matures no later than 60 days after the date of borrowing. The Fund also pays a commitment fee equal to its pro rata share of the amount of the credit facility at a rate of 0.15% per annum. The commitment fee is included in other expenses in the Statement of Operations. Prior to December 8, 2015, JPMorgan was the sole lead bank under the credit facility agreement that permitted borrowings up to $550 million under the same terms and interest rates as described above with the exception of the commitment fee which was charged at a rate of 0.075% per annum.
The Fund had no borrowings during the six months ended November 30, 2015.
Note 8. Significant Risks
Shareholder Concentration Risk
At November 30, 2015, affiliated shareholders of record owned 72.0% of the outstanding shares of the Fund in one or more accounts. Subscription and redemption activity by concentrated accounts may have a significant effect on the operations of the Fund. In the case of a large redemption, the Fund may be forced to sell investments at inopportune times, including its liquid or more liquid positions, resulting in Fund losses and the Fund holding a higher percentage of less liquid or illiquid securities. Large redemptions could result in decreased economies of scale and increased operating expenses for non-redeeming Fund shareholders.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
November 30, 2015 (Unaudited)
Financial Sector Risk
The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the financial services sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the financial services sector are subject to certain risks, including the risk of regulatory change, decreased liquidity in credit markets and unstable interest rates. Such companies may have concentrated portfolios, such as a high level of loans to real estate developers, which makes them vulnerable to economic conditions that affect that industry. Performance of such companies may be affected by competitive pressures and exposure to investments or agreements that, under certain circumstances, may lead to losses (e.g., subprime loans). Companies in the financial services sector are subject to extensive governmental regulation that may limit the amount and types of loans and other financial commitments they can make, and interest rates and fees that they may charge. In addition, profitability of such companies is largely dependent upon the availability and the cost of capital.
Industrial Sector Risk
The Fund may be more susceptible to the particular risks that may affect companies in the industrials sector than if it were invested in a wider variety of companies in unrelated sectors. Companies in the industrials sector are subject to certain risks, including changes in supply and demand for their specific product or service and for industrial sector products in general, including decline in demand for such products due to rapid technological developments and frequent new product introduction. Performance of such companies may be affected by factors including government regulation, world events and economic conditions and risks for environmental damage and product liability claims.
Note 9. Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated the events and transactions that have occurred through the date the financial statements were issued. Other than as noted below and in Note 7 above, there were no items requiring adjustment of the financial statements or additional disclosure.
In December 2015, the Board approved a proposal to merge the Fund into Columbia Select Smaller-Cap Value
Fund. It is expected that shareholders of the Fund will vote on the proposed merger in the first half of 2016. If
approved by shareholders, the merger will take place shortly thereafter.
Effective February 22, 2016, Barrow, Hanley, Mewhinney & Strauss, LLC, Donald Smith & Co., Inc., Metropolitan West Capital Management, LLC and Segall Bryant & Hamill, LLC will no longer serve as subadvisers to the Fund and the Investment Manager will assume the day-to-day management of the Fund’s portfolio.
Note 10. Information Regarding Pending and Settled Legal Proceedings
In December 2005, without admitting or denying the allegations, American Express Financial Corporation (AEFC, which is now known as Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial)) entered into settlement agreements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC) related to market timing activities. As a result, AEFC was censured and ordered to cease and desist from committing or causing any violations of certain provisions of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and various Minnesota laws. AEFC agreed to pay disgorgement of $10 million and civil money penalties of $7 million. AEFC also agreed to retain an independent distribution consultant to assist in developing a plan for distribution of all disgorgement and civil penalties ordered by the SEC in accordance with various undertakings detailed at http://www.sec.gov/litigation/admin/ia-2451.pdf. Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates have cooperated with the SEC and the MDOC in these legal proceedings, and have made regular reports to the Funds’ Boards of Trustees.
Ameriprise Financial and certain of its affiliates have historically been involved in a number of legal, arbitration and regulatory proceedings, including routine litigation, class actions, and governmental actions, concerning matters arising in connection with the conduct of their business activities. Ameriprise Financial believes that the Funds are not currently the subject of, and that neither Ameriprise Financial nor any of its affiliates are the subject of, any pending legal, arbitration or regulatory proceedings that are likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds. Ameriprise Financial is required to make quarterly (10-Q), annual (10-K) and, as necessary, 8-K filings with the SEC on legal and regulatory matters that relate to Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates. Copies of these filings may be obtained by accessing the SEC website at www.sec.gov.
There can be no assurance that these matters, or the adverse publicity associated with them, will not result in
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increased fund redemptions, reduced sale of fund shares or other adverse consequences to the Funds. Further, although we believe proceedings are not likely to have a material adverse effect on the Funds or the ability of Ameriprise Financial or its affiliates to perform under their contracts with the Funds, these proceedings are subject to uncertainties and, as such, we are unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may result. An adverse outcome in one or more of these proceedings could result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties or other relief that could have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations of Ameriprise Financial.
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APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SUBADVISORY AGREEMENTS
Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC (Columbia Management or the Investment Manager, and together with its global affiliates, Columbia Threadneedle), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (Ameriprise Financial), serves as the investment manager to Columbia Multi-Advisor Small Cap Value Fund (the Fund). Under an investment management services agreement (the IMS Agreement), Columbia Management provides investment advice and other services to the Fund and other funds distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc. (collectively, the Funds). In addition, under the subadvisory agreements (the Subadvisory Agreements) between Columbia Management and each of Barrow, Hanley, Mewhinney & Strauss, LLC, Donald Smith & Co., Inc., Metropolitan West Capital Management, LLC and Segall Bryant & Hamill, LLC (collectively, the Subadvisers), the Subadvisers perform portfolio management and related services for the Fund.
On an annual basis, the Fund’s Board of Trustees (the Board), including the independent Board members (the Independent Trustees), considers renewal of the IMS Agreement and the Subadvisory Agreements (together, the Advisory Agreements). Columbia Management prepared detailed reports for the Board and its Contracts Committee in January, March, April and June 2015, including reports based on analyses of data provided by an independent organization (Lipper) and a comprehensive response to items of information requested by independent legal counsel to the Independent Trustees (Independent Legal Counsel) in a letter to the Investment Manager, to assist the Board in making this determination. All of the materials presented in January, March, April and June were first supplied in draft form to designated representatives of the Independent Trustees, i.e., Independent Legal Counsel, Fund Counsel, the Chair of the Board and the Chair of the Contracts Committee, and the final materials were revised to reflect discussion and subsequent requests made by the Board representatives. In addition, throughout the year, the Board (or its committees) regularly meets with portfolio management teams and senior management personnel and reviews information prepared by Columbia Management addressing the services Columbia Management provides and Fund performance. The Board also accords appropriate weight to the work, deliberations and conclusions of the Contracts Committee, the Investment Review Committee and the Compliance Committee in determining whether to continue the Advisory Agreements.
The Board, at its June 15-17, 2015 in-person Board meeting (the June Meeting), considered the renewal of the Advisory Agreements for an additional one-year term. At the June Meeting, Independent Legal Counsel reviewed with the Independent Trustees various factors relevant to the Board’s consideration of advisory and subadvisory agreements and the Board’s legal responsibilities related to such consideration. Following an analysis and discussion of the factors identified below, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of each of the Advisory Agreements.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided by Columbia Management and the Subadvisers
The Board analyzed various reports and presentations it had received detailing the services performed by Columbia Management and the Subadvisers, as well as their history, reputation, expertise, resources and relative capabilities, and the qualifications of their personnel.
With respect to Columbia Management, the Board specifically considered many developments during the past year concerning the services provided by Columbia Management, including, in particular, detailed information regarding the process employed by Columbia Management for selecting and overseeing affiliated and unaffiliated subadvisers and the planned enhancements for the Subadviser investment oversight, research and monitoring program, including a restructuring and bolstering of the subadvisory oversight and research team. The Board took into account the broad scope of services provided by Columbia Management to each subadvised Fund, including, among other services, investment, risk and compliance oversight. The Board also took into account the information it received concerning Columbia Management’s ability to attract and retain key portfolio management personnel.
In connection with the Board’s evaluation of the overall package of services provided by Columbia Management, the Board also considered the quality of administrative services provided to the Fund by Columbia Management, recalling the information it received highlighting achievements in 2014 in the performance of administrative services. In evaluating the quality of services provided under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s Administrative Services Agreement, the Board also took into account the organization and strength of the Fund’s and its service providers’ compliance programs. The Board also reviewed the financial condition of Columbia Management and its affiliates and their ability to carry out their responsibilities under the IMS Agreement and the Fund’s other service agreements with
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affiliates of Ameriprise Financial, observing the financial strength of Ameriprise Financial, with its solid balance sheet. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the IMS Agreement (including the relatively broad scope of services required to be performed by Columbia Management). The Board took into account the proposed combination of the forms of IMS Agreements and Administrative Services Agreements into a single form of agreement with the combined form reflecting no proposed change in services or fees. Given no material change, the Trustees agreed to the combined form, to be effective upon each Fund’s next annual update. The Board concluded that the services being performed under the IMS Agreement and the Administrative Services Agreement were of a reasonably high quality.
With respect to the Subadvisers, the Board observed that it had previously approved each Subadviser’s code of ethics and compliance program, that the Chief Compliance Officer of the Fund continues to monitor the code and the program, and that no material concerns have been reported. The Board also considered each Subadviser’s organizational strength and resources, portfolio management team depth and capabilities and investment process. The Board also considered each Subadviser’s capability and wherewithal to carry out its responsibilities under the applicable Subadvisory Agreement. In addition, the Board discussed the acceptability of the terms of the Subadvisory Agreements, including the scope of services required to be performed. The Board noted that the terms of the Subadvisory Agreements are generally consistent with the terms of other subadviser agreements for subadvisers who manage other funds managed by the Investment Manager. It was observed that no material changes were recommended to the Subadvisory Agreements.
Based on the foregoing, and based on other information received (both oral and written, including the information on investment performance referenced below) and other considerations, the Board concluded that each Subadviser was in a position to provide quality services to the Fund.
Investment Performance
For purposes of evaluating the nature, extent and quality of services provided under the Advisory Agreements, the Board carefully reviewed the investment performance of the Fund. In this regard, the Board considered detailed reports providing the results of analyses performed by an independent organization showing, for various periods, the performance of the Fund, the performance of a benchmark index, the percentage ranking of the Fund among its comparison group and the net assets of the Fund. The Board observed that the Fund’s investment performance was appropriate in light of the particular management style involved and the particular market environment.
Additionally, the Board reviewed the performance of each of the Subadvisers and Columbia Management’s process for monitoring each Subadviser and the enhancements being implemented to the program. The Board considered, in particular, management’s rationale for recommending the continued retention of each Subadviser.
Comparative Fees, Costs of Services Provided and the Profits Realized by Columbia Management, its Affiliates and the Subadvisers from their Relationships with the Fund
The Board reviewed comparative fees and the costs of services provided under each of the Advisory Agreements. The Board members considered detailed comparative information set forth in an annual report on fees and expenses, including, among other things, data (based on analyses conducted by an independent organization) showing a comparison of the Fund’s expenses with median expenses paid by funds in its comparative peer universe, as well as data showing the Fund’s contribution to Columbia Management’s profitability.
The Board considered the reports of its independent fee consultant, JDL, which assisted in the Board’s analysis of the Funds’ performance and expenses, and JDL’s conclusion that the effective investment management fee rate for the Fund remains within a reasonable range. The Board accorded particular weight to the notion that the level of fees should reflect a rational pricing model applied consistently across the various product lines in the Fund family, while assuring that the overall fees for each Fund (with certain defined exceptions) are generally in line with the “pricing philosophy” currently in effect (i.e., that the total expense ratio of the Fund is generally no higher than the median expense ratio of funds in the same comparison universe of the Fund). The Board took into account that the Fund’s total expense ratio (after considering proposed expense caps/waivers) approximated the peer universe’s median expense ratio.
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Additionally, the Board reviewed the level of subadvisory fees paid to each Subadviser, noting that the fees are paid by the Investment Manager and do not impact the fees paid by the Fund. The Board observed that the subadvisory fee level for each Subadviser was generally comparable to those charged by other subadvisers to similar funds managed by the Investment Manager. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by the Subadvisers to other client accounts. The Board also reviewed fee rates charged by other comparable mutual funds employing Metropolitan West Capital Management, LLC and Segall Bryant & Hamill, LLC to provide subadvisory services. Based on its reviews, including recommendations from JDL, the Board concluded that the Fund’s investment management and subadvisory fees were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services that the Fund receives.
The Board also considered the expected profitability of Columbia Management and its affiliates in connection with Columbia Management providing investment management services to the Fund. In this regard, the Independent Trustees referred to their detailed analysis of the Profitability Report, discussing the profitability to Columbia Management and Ameriprise from managing, operating and distributing the Funds. The Board took into account JDL’s conclusion that 2014 Columbia Management profitability was reasonable. It also considered that Columbia Management generated 2014 profitability that only moderately exceeded 2013 levels. It was further observed that, based on information presented, 2014 overall profitability is in line with profitability levels of industry competitors. It also took into account the indirect economic benefits flowing to Columbia Management or its affiliates in connection with managing or distributing the Funds, such as the enhanced ability to offer various other financial products to Ameriprise Financial customers, soft dollar benefits and overall reputational advantages. The Board noted that the fees paid by the Funds should permit the Investment Manager to offer competitive compensation to its personnel, make necessary investments in its business and earn an appropriate profit. The Board concluded that profitability levels were reasonable.
Economies of Scale to be Realized
The Board also considered the economies of scale that might be realized by Columbia Management as the Fund grows and took note of the extent to which Fund shareholders might also benefit from such growth. In this regard, the Board took into account that IMS fees decline as Fund assets exceed various breakpoints, all of which have not been surpassed.
Based on the foregoing, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, concluded that fees payable under the Advisory Agreements were fair and reasonable in light of the extent and quality of services provided. In reaching this conclusion, no single factor was determinative. On June 17, 2015, the Board, including all of the Independent Trustees, approved the renewal of the Advisory Agreements.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS REPORT
Each fund mails one shareholder report to each shareholder address. If you would like more than one report, please call shareholder services at 800.345.6611 and additional reports will be sent to you.
The policy of the Board is to vote the proxies of the companies in which each fund holds investments consistent with the procedures as stated in the Statement of Additional Information (SAI). You may obtain a copy of the SAI without charge by calling 800.345.6611; contacting your financial intermediary; visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us; or searching the website of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at sec.gov. Information regarding how each fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities is filed with the SEC by August 31st for the most recent 12-month period ending June 30th of that year, and is available without charge by visiting columbiathreadneedle.com/us, or searching the website of the SEC at sec.gov.
Each fund files a complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. Each fund’s Form N-Q is available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SEC’s Public Reference Room in Washington, D.C. Information on the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 800.SEC.0330. Each fund’s complete schedule of portfolio holdings, as filed on Form N-Q, can also be obtained without charge, upon request, by calling 800.345.6611.
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Columbia Multi-Advisor Small Cap Value Fund
P.O. Box 8081
Boston, MA 02266-8081

This information is for use with concurrent or prior delivery of a fund prospectus. Please read and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses for any fund carefully before investing. For a prospectus and summary prospectus, which contains this and other important information about the Fund, go to columbiathreadneedle.com/us. The Fund is distributed by Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., member FINRA, and managed by Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (Columbia Threadneedle) is the global brand name of the Columbia and Threadneedle group of companies. All rights reserved. Columbia Management Investment Distributors, Inc., 225 Franklin Street, Boston, MA 02110-2804
© 2016 Columbia Management Investment Advisers, LLC.
columbiathreadneedle.com/us
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Item 2. Code of Ethics.
Not applicable for semiannual reports.
Item 3. Audit Committee Financial Expert.
Not applicable for semiannual reports.
Item 4. Principal Accountant Fees and Services.
Not applicable for semiannual reports.
Item 5. Audit Committee of Listed Registrants.
Not applicable.
Item 6. Investments
(a) The registrant’s “Schedule I — Investments in securities of unaffiliated issuers” (as set forth in 17 CFR 210.12-12) is included in Item 1 of this Form N-CSR.
(b) Not applicable.
Item 7. Disclosure of Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures for Closed-End Management Investment Companies.
Not applicable.
Item 8. Portfolio Managers of Closed-End Management Investment Companies.
Not applicable.
Item 9. Purchases of Equity Securities by Closed-End Management Investment Company and Affiliated Purchasers.
Not applicable.
Item 10. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.
There were no material changes to the procedures by which shareholders may recommend nominees to the registrant’s board of directors.
Item 11. Controls and Procedures.
(a) The registrant’s principal executive officer and principal financial officers, based on their evaluation of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures as of a date within 90 days of the filing of this report, have concluded that such controls and procedures are adequately designed to ensure that material information required to be disclosed by the registrant in Form N-CSR is accumulated and communicated to the registrant’s management, including the principal executive officer and principal financial officer, or persons performing similar functions, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
(b) There was no change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s second fiscal quarter of the period covered by this report that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.
Item 12. Exhibits.
(a)(1) Code of ethics required to be disclosed under Item 2 of Form N-CSR: Not applicable for semiannual reports.
(a)(2) Certifications pursuant to Rule 30a-2(a) under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (17 CFR 270.30a-2(a)) attached hereto as Exhibit 99.CERT.
(a)(3) Not applicable.
(b) Certification pursuant to Rule 30a-2(b) under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (17 CFR 270.30a-2(b)) attached hereto as Exhibit 99.906CERT.
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
(registrant) | Columbia Funds Series Trust II | |
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By (Signature and Title) | /s/ Christopher O. Petersen | |
| Christopher O. Petersen, President and Principal Executive Officer | |
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
By (Signature and Title) | /s/ Christopher O. Petersen | |
| Christopher O. Petersen, President and Principal Executive Officer | |
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Date | January 21, 2016 | |
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By (Signature and Title) | /s/ Michael G. Clarke | |
| Michael G. Clarke, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer | |
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Date | January 21, 2016 | |
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