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SEC 1913 (04-05)
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Subject Line:Janus files definitive proxy and begins proxy process for proposed merger of Janus Global Research and Janus Worldwide funds.
On December 19, 2012, Janus filed a definitive proxy statement with the SEC related to the proposed merger of Janus Global Research Fund and Janus Worldwide Fund.
Janus is proposing to merge Janus Global Research Fund into Janus Worldwide Fund and name the merged fund Janus Global Research Fund. If approved, the merged fund will be managed by the Janus Research Team in the same manner as the existing Janus Global Research Fund.
Janus’ proposal to merge the two funds is based largely on similarities of the funds’ investment objectives, strategies and policies, as well as potential expense efficiencies due to the larger combined asset base at the time of the merger. The merged fund would maintain the lower base management fee rate of Janus Worldwide Fund, 0.60%, compared to the Janus Global Research Fund current base management fee rate of 0.64%.
The proxy process will be conducted by Computershare, an independent, third-party firm hired by Janus to solicit votes for the proxy and tabulate results.
Communication Timeline
| | • | | On or about December 26, 2012, Janus Global Research Fund proxy statement, the Janus Worldwide Fund summary prospectus and the prospectus supplement will be mailed to Janus Global Research Fund shareholders of record as of November 30, 2012. |
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| | • | | On or about December 26, 2012, the Janus Global Research Fund prospectus supplement will be mailed to Janus Global Research Fund shareholders of record after November 30, 2012. |
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| | • | | March 8, 2013 Janus Global Research Fund shareholder meeting. |
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| | • | | November 27, 2012, the Janus Worldwide Fund prospectus supplement was mailed to Janus Worldwide Fund shareholders. |
If approved, the merger is expected to occur on or about March 15, 2013.
Please contact your Janus Representative with questions. As always, thank you for the trust and confidence you have placed with Janus.
Please consider the charges, risks, expenses and investment objectives carefully before investing. Please see a prospectus or, if available, a summary prospectus containing this and other information. Read it carefully before you invest or send money.
Janus Distributors LLC (12/12)
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C-1212-31467 03-30-2013
