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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 811-08448
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund
(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)
60 State Street, Boston, MA 02109
(Address of principal executive offices) (ZIP code)
Terrence J. Cullen, Pioneer Investment Management, Inc.,
60 State Street, Boston, MA 02109
(Name and address of agent for service)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (617) 742-7825
Date of fiscal year end: November 30
Date of reporting period: December 1, 2009 through November 30, 2010
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ITEM 1. REPORTS TO SHAREOWNERS.
Pioneer Emerging
Markets Fund
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Annual Report | November 30, 2010
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Table of Contents
Letter to Shareowners 2
Portfolio Management Discussion 4
Portfolio Summary 9
Prices and Distributions 10
Performance Update 11
Comparing Ongoing Fund Expenses 16
Schedule of Investments 18
Financial Statements 26
Notes to Financial Statements 35
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm 44
Approval of Investment Advisory Agreement 45
Trustees, Officers and Service Providers 49
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President's Letter
Dear Shareowner,
Through the first eleven months of 2010, the U.S. economy moved forward on a
slow path to recovery. But with the memory of a deep recession still lingering,
businesses and consumers remained cautious about both investing and spending.
While business fundamentals showed signs of improvement, there was still a
reluctance to hire, and high unemployment remains a problem. Wary investors,
concerned about risk, gravitated towards cash and bonds. We remain generally
optimistic about the prospects for economic recovery, although it may occur more
slowly than many would like.
At Pioneer, we have long advocated the benefits of staying diversified and
investing for the long term. This strategy has generally performed well for many
investors. Bond markets certainly rewarded investors in the first eleven months
of 2010. While the equity markets barely budged, equities at the end of November
2010 were inexpensive relative to bonds, compared with historic levels, and
represented potentially good value for long-term investors.
Pioneer has not changed the basic approach to investing that we have used for
more than 80 years. We remain focused on company fundamentals and risk
management. Our investment process is based on careful research into individual
companies, quantitative analysis, and active portfolio management. This
three-pillared process, which we apply to each of our portfolios, is supported
by an integrated team approach and is designed to carefully balance risk and
reward. Our experienced professionals devote themselves to the careful research
needed to identify investment opportunities in markets around the world.
Our advice, as always, is to work closely with a trusted financial advisor to
discuss your goals and work together to develop an investment strategy that
meets your individual needs. There is no single best strategy that works for
every investor.
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We invite you to learn more about Pioneer and our time-tested approach to
investing by consulting with your financial advisor or visiting us online at
www.pioneerinvestments.com. We greatly appreciate your trust in us and we thank
you for investing with Pioneer.
Sincerely,
/s/ Daniel K. Kingsbury
Daniel K. Kingsbury
President and CEO
Pioneer Investment Management USA, Inc.
Any information in this shareowner report regarding market or economic trends
or the factors influencing the Fund's historical or future performance are
statements of the opinion of Fund management as of the date of this report.
These statements should not be relied upon for any other purposes. Past
performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee that
market forecasts discussed will be realized.
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 3
Portfolio Management Discussion | 11/30/10
In the following interview, John Pollen, head of emerging markets equity at
Pioneer and portfolio manager of Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund, discusses the
investment environment and the Fund's performance during the 12 months ended
November 30, 2010.
Q Please review the investment environment for emerging market equities during
the past year ended November 30, 2010.
A Emerging market equities delivered a strong return during the 12 months ended
November 30, 2010, outperforming (by a wide margin) the developed markets --
as measured by the Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) World Index(1)
-- which returned just 6.52% over the 12-month period, compared with a 15.65%
return for the MSCI Emerging Markets Index.
Three important factors combined to underpin the strong performance of
emerging market equities. First, ultra-low interest rates in the world's
largest economies created an abundance of liquidity and fueled investors'
risk appetites, thus energizing demand for emerging market stocks. Second,
economic growth in the emerging markets remained very strong, supported by
healthy government finances, sound fiscal policies, and robust export
volumes. At the same time, the developed markets were pressured by concerns
about slow growth and soaring levels of government debt -- providing a
clear contrast for global investors. Third, the surging price of grains,
metals, and various industrial commodities boosted revenues for both
governments and corporations in the emerging markets.
Q How did the Fund perform in that environment over the 12 months ended
November 30, 2010?
A Over the 12 months ended November 30, 2010, Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund
Class A shares returned 12.85% at net asset value, while the Fund's
benchmark, the MSCI Emerging Markets Index (the MSCI Index), returned 15.65%.
Over the same 12-month period, the average return of the 392 mutual funds in
Lipper's Emerging Markets Funds Category was 16.26%.
Q What were the key factors that helped the Fund's performance over the 12
months ended November 30, 2010?
A The Fund generated its best performance in the consumer discretionary sector
over the 12-month period, where value was added through both an overweight
allocation and strong stock selection. The Fund held an average
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weighting of nearly 12% in the sector over the 12 months, a little less than
double the benchmark's weighting. In our view, many consumer discretionary
stocks offer the best way to capitalize on the rapid growth of the middle
class in the emerging markets. The auto sector, in particular, was an area of
strength for the Fund. Auto sales in the emerging markets were very strong
over the past year ended November 30, 2010, and we expect that autos will
continue to represent an area of substantial long-term opportunity due to the
rising wealth of consumers in many emerging markets. In India, for example,
growing demand for autos prompted Volkswagen and Hyundai to introduce waiting
lists for their cars. Those favorable trends form the basis for the Fund's
positions in stocks such as Astra International (Indonesia), Bajaj Auto
(India), and Kia Motors (Korea), all of which outperformed over the period
and added to the Fund's 12-month performance results. Outside of the auto
sector, one of the Fund's top performers was the Brazilian retailer Lojas
Renner.
Energy was another area of notable strength for the Fund over the 12 months
ended November 30, 2010, thanks to both an underweight allocation and the
outperformance of some individual stock picks. The largest contribution to
the Fund's performance came from an underweight in the Brazilian energy
giant Petrobras, which sharply lagged the performance of the broader energy
sector. The stock was hurt by rising costs and the company's issuance of
new shares to help fund the development of its offshore properties. Also
contributing to the Fund's performance in energy was an out-of-benchmark
position in Pacific Rubiales Energy and an underweight position in the
Russian natural gas producer Gazprom.
Q What were the leading causes of the Fund's underperformance of its benchmark
and Lipper peers during the 12 months ended November 30, 2010?
A Unfortunately, the impact of the Fund's outperformance in the consumer
discretionary and energy sectors was more than offset by a shortfall in other
areas.
In terms of stock selection, the Fund's worst area of performance was in
the consumer staples sector. Lack of Fund positions in a number of the
sector's key winners, together with holdings in a handful of
underperforming stocks, caused the Fund to generate a return that was only
about half of the gain for the consumer staples stocks in the MSCI Index
benchmark. The Fund's most notable laggard was Chaoda Modern Agriculture,
which fell heavily after announcing a convertible bond offering to raise
capital.
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The industrials sector proved to be an additional area of weakness for the
Fund over the 12 months ended November 30, 2010, due largely to positions
in three stocks that produced negative returns despite the rising market:
China Railway Construction; Hyundai Engineering & Construction; and China
Communications Construction.
Outside of those two sectors (consumer staples and industrials), the most
significant underperformer in the Fund's portfolio was Iamgold, a miner of
gold and other metals with operations in Africa, Canada, and South America.
Q How was the Fund positioned in terms of countries and sectors as of November
30, 2010?
A From a country perspective, the Fund's main overweights were in Brazil,
Turkey, India, and Indonesia, while its key underweights were in China,
Taiwan, Korea, and South Africa.
China remains the Fund's largest underweight, but we began to increase
portfolio exposure to China late in the 12-month period. The situation in
China is crucial for investor sentiment, as the Chinese government's
monetary tightening measures spooked investors earlier in 2010, although
there have been good signs lately that the authorities' actions have cooled
property speculation without taking a meaningful bite out of growth.
Chinese economic growth has remained more resilient than expected, and
market performance improved late in the 12-month period despite ongoing
concerns about inflation.
On a sector basis, the Fund's main overweight positions were in consumer
discretionary, materials, and health care. The Fund's largest underweights
were in energy, information technology, and telecommunications services.
Q What is your broader view on the emerging markets?
A We believe there are still many powerful reasons why emerging equity markets
can move higher, such as stronger liquidity, robust economic growth, healthy
government finances, strong foreign currency reserves and continued upgrades
to earnings estimates. In particular, emerging markets have much lower debt
levels than governments in the developed world, an issue that is currently in
the spotlight and is likely to remain so for several years. We believe their
healthier fiscal position and much stronger domestic demand should drive
superior growth in the emerging markets for a multi-year period.
The valuation picture also appears positive, as valuations have been
falling for the past year and are by no means expensive on either a
relative or
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historical basis. Indeed, many analysts have been upgrading earnings
expectations on the strength of better-than-expected earnings and higher
commodity prices -- an important factor for valuations since positive
earnings surprises can move markets higher without expanding earnings
multiples. There is a very good case, we think, for arguing that emerging
markets deserve to trade at a premium to developed markets, based on
significantly stronger economic growth and generally sound corporate
fundamentals. Additionally, many investors are underexposed to the asset
class and will need to continue rebalancing portfolios as emerging markets
gain a higher share of global stock market capitalization. Recent flows,
especially into exchange-traded funds, have been strong, and we expect that
the trend will continue, giving further momentum to emerging equity
markets.
Despite the many positives, we are closely monitoring potential pitfalls,
such as volatility in the U.S. dollar, inflation, protectionist
policies/capital controls, and the pace of monetary tightening, which could
be a negative if rates are raised too early or by too much. There are also
exogenous risks, mainly in developed countries, such as the debt problems
in Ireland, Greece and other European nations, along with weak employment
in the United States.
Although investors' risk aversion increased during the final weeks of the
annual reporting period ended November 30, 2010, we remain bullish on the
outlook for the emerging markets. The prevalence of downside risks,
however, means that there are likely to be periods of risk aversion and
market weakness. We are therefore seeking to maintain a balance in the
Fund's portfolio between quality names exposed to growth -- especially in
domestic consumption -- and those companies that appear to be more stable
and offer downside protection.
(1) The MSCI information may only be used for your internal use, may not be
reproduced or re-disseminated in any form and may not be used as a basis for
or a component of any financial instruments or products or indices. None of
the MSCI information is intended to constitute investment advice or a
recommendation to make (or refrain from making) any kind of investment
decision and may not be relied on as such. Historical data and analysis
should not be taken as an indication or guarantee of any future performance
analysis, forecast or prediction. The MSCI information is provided on an "as
is" basis and the user of this information assumes the entire risk of any use
made of this information. MSCI, each of its affiliates and each other person
involved in or related to compiling, computing or creating any MSCI
information (collectively, the "MSCI Parties") expressly disclaims all
warranties (including, without limitation, any warranties of originality,
accuracy, completeness, timeliness, non-infringement, merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose) with respect to this information. Without
limiting any of the foregoing, in no event shall any MSCI Party have any
liability for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, punitive,
consequential (including, without limitation, lost profits) or any other
damages.
Please refer to the Schedule of Investments on pages 18-25 for a full listing
of Fund securities.
Investing in foreign and/or emerging markets securities involves risks relating
to interest rates, currency exchange rates, economic, and political conditions.
At times, the Fund's investments may represent industries or industry sectors
that
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are interrelated or have common risks, making it more susceptible to any
economic, political, or regulatory developments or other risks affecting those
industries and sectors.
Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and there is no guarantee
that market forecasts discussed will be realized.
Any information in this shareholder report regarding market or economic trends
or the factors influencing the Fund's historical or future performance are
statements of the opinion of Fund management as of the date of this report.
These statements should not be relied upon for any other purposes.
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Portfolio Summary | 11/30/10
Sector Distribution
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(As a percentage of equity holdings)
[The following data was represented as a pie chart in the printed material]
Financials 23.2%
Materials 20.1%
Consumer Discretionary 14.8%
Energy 10.0%
Information Technology 9.6%
Consumer Staples 7.0%
Telecommunication Services 5.0%
Industrials 4.9%
Health Care 3.1%
Utilities 2.3%
Geographical Distribution
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(As a percentage of equity holdings)
[The following data was represented as a bar chart in the printed material]
Brazil 21.2%
India 11.1%
South Korea 10.6%
People's Republic of China 8.7%
Taiwan 7.0%
Indonesia 5.4%
Turkey 5.1%
South Africa 4.8%
Mexico 4.2%
Canada 3.5%
Russia 3.3%
Malaysia 3.0%
Hong Kong 2.8%
Thailand 2.3%
United States 2.3%
Poland 2.1%
United Kingdom 1.4%
Peru 1.2%
10 Largest Holdings
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(As a percentage of equity holdings)*
1. Vale SA (A.D.R.) 2.82%
2. Pacific Rubiales Energy Corp. 2.32
3. Nuevo Grupo Mexico SA 2.15
4. America Movil SA de CV, Series L (A.D.R.) 2.03
5. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (A.D.R.) 1.85
6. Lojas Renner SA 1.83
7. Cia Paranaense de Energia SA de CV 1.81
8. Dongfeng Motor Group Co., Ltd. * 1.78
9. Celltrion, Inc. 1.74
10. CIMB Group Holdings Bhd 1.70
* This list excludes temporary cash investments and derivative instruments. The
portfolio is actively managed, and current holdings may be different. The
holdings listed should not be considered recommendations to buy or sell any
security listed.
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Prices and Distributions | 11/30/10
Net Asset Value per Share
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Class 11/30/10 11/30/09
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A $ 29.42 $ 26.11
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B $ 25.57 $ 22.86
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C $ 25.56 $ 22.84
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R $ 28.43 $ 25.26
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Y $ 31.73 $ 28.12
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Distributions per Share: 12/1/09-11/30/10
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Net
Investment Short-Term Long-Term
Class Income Capital Gains Capital Gains
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A $ 0.0397 $ -- $ --
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B $ -- $ -- $ --
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C $ -- $ -- $ --
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R $ 0.0302 $ -- $ --
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Y $ 0.1391 $ -- $ --
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The MSCI Emerging Markets Index measures the performance of emerging market
stocks. Index returns are calculated monthly, assume reinvestment of dividends
and, unlike Fund returns, do not reflect any sales charges, fees or expenses. It
is not possible to invest directly in an index.
The index defined here pertains to the "Value of $10,000 Investment" and "Value
of $5 million Investment" charts on pages 11-15.
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Performance Update | 11/30/10 Class A Shares
Investment Returns
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The mountain chart on the right shows the change in value of a $10,000
investment made in Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund at public offering price,
compared to that of the Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) Emerging
Markets Index.
Average Annual Total Returns
(As of November 30, 2010)
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Net Asset Public Offering
Period Value (NAV) Price (POP)
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10 Years 13.73% 13.06%
5 Years 9.99 8.70
1 Year 12.85 6.37
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Expense Ratio
(Per prospectus dated April 1, 2010)
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Gross Net
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1.99% 1.95%
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[The following data was represented as a mountain chart in the printed material]
Value of $10,000 Investment
Pioneer Emerging MSCI Emerging
Markets Fund Markets Index
11/30/2000 $ 9,425 $10,000
11/30/2001 $ 8,632 $ 9,263
11/30/2002 $ 8,807 $ 9,722
11/30/2003 $12,605 $13,695
11/30/2004 $15,611 $17,650
11/30/2005 $21,204 $23,498
11/30/2006 $29,016 $31,576
11/30/2007 $42,664 $45,964
11/30/2008 $16,252 $20,029
11/30/2009 $30,251 $37,189
11/30/2010 $34,137 $43,010
Call 1-800-225-6292 or visit www.pioneerinvestments.com for the most recent
month-end performance results. Current performance may be lower or higher than
the performance data quoted.
The performance data quoted represents past performance, which is no guarantee
of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and
shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
NAV results represent the percent change in net asset value per share. Returns
would have been lower had sales charges been reflected. POP returns reflect
deduction of maximum 5.75% sales charge. All results are historical and assume
the reinvestment of dividends and capital gains. Other share classes are
available for which performance and expenses will differ.
Performance results reflect any applicable expense waivers in effect during the
periods shown. Without such waivers Fund performance would be lower. Waivers may
not be in effect for all funds. Certain fee waivers are contractual through a
specified period. Otherwise, fee waivers can be rescinded at any time. See the
prospectus and financial statements for more information.
The net expense ratio reflects contractual expense limitations currently in
effect through April 1, 2012, for Class A shares. There can be no assurance that
Pioneer will extend the expense limitations beyond such time. Please see the
prospectus and financial statements for more information.
The performance table and graph do not reflect the deduction of fees and taxes
that a shareowner would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of Fund
shares.
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Performance Update | 11/30/10 Class B Shares
Investment Returns
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The mountain chart on the right shows the change in value of a $10,000
investment made in Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund, compared to that of the
Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) Emerging Markets Index.
Average Annual Total Returns
(As of November 30, 2010)
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If If
Period Held Redeemed
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10 Years 12.81% 12.81%
5 Years 9.04 9.04
1 Year 11.86 7.86
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Expense Ratio
(Per prospectus dated April 1, 2010)
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Gross Net
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3.13% 2.85%
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[The following data was represented as a mountain chart in the printed material]
Value of $10,000 Investment
Pioneer Emerging MSCI Emerging
Markets Fund Markets Index
11/30/2000 $10,000 $10,000
11/30/2001 $ 9,086 $ 9,263
11/30/2002 $ 9,212 $ 9,722
11/30/2003 $13,093 $13,695
11/30/2004 $16,070 $17,650
11/30/2005 $21,659 $23,498
11/30/2006 $29,395 $31,576
11/30/2007 $42,852 $45,964
11/30/2008 $16,179 $20,029
11/30/2009 $29,850 $37,189
11/30/2010 $33,389 $43,010
Call 1-800-225-6292 or visit www.pioneerinvestments.com for the most recent
month-end performance results. Current performance may be lower or higher than
the performance data quoted.
The performance data quoted represents past performance, which is no guarantee
of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and
shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
"If Held" results represent the percent change in net asset value per share.
Returns would have been lower had sales charges been reflected. "If Redeemed"
returns reflect the deduction of applicable contingent deferred sales charge
(CDSC). Effective December 1, 2004, the period during which a CDSC is applied to
withdrawals was shortened to 5 years. The maximum CDSC for Class B shares is 4%
and declines over five years. For more complete information, please see the
prospectus. Note: Shares purchased prior to December 1, 2004 remain subject to
the CDSC in effect at the time you purchased those shares. For performance
information for shares purchased prior to December 1, 2004, please visit
www.pioneerinvestments.com.
All results are historical and assume the reinvestment of dividends and capital
gains. Other share classes are available for which performance and expenses will
differ.
Performance results reflect any applicable expense waivers in effect during the
periods shown. Without such waivers Fund performance would be lower. Waivers may
not be in effect for all funds. Certain fee waivers are contractual through a
specified period. Otherwise, fee waivers can be rescinded at any time. See the
prospectus and financial statements for more information.
The net expense ratio reflects contractual expense limitations currently in
effect through April 1, 2011, for Class B shares. There can be no assurance that
Pioneer will extend the expense limitations beyond such time. Please see the
prospectus and financial statements for more information.
The performance table and graph do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a
shareowner would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of Fund shares.
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Performance Update | 11/30/10 Class C Shares
Investment Returns
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The mountain chart on the right shows the change in value of a $10,000
investment made in Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund, compared to that of the Morgan
Stanley Capital International (MSCI) Emerging Markets Index.
Average Annual Total Returns
(As of November 30, 2010)
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If If
Period Held Redeemed
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10 Years 12.88% 12.88%
5 Years 9.10 9.10
1 Year 11.91 11.91
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Expense Ratio
(Per prospectus dated April 1, 2010)
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Gross Net
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2.89% 2.85%
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[The following data was represented as a mountain chart in the printed material]
Value of $10,000 Investment
Pioneer Emerging MSCI Emerging
Markets Fund Markets Index
11/30/2000 $10,000 $10,000
11/30/2001 $ 9,081 $ 9,263
11/30/2002 $ 9,208 $ 9,722
11/30/2003 $13,089 $13,695
11/30/2004 $16,100 $17,650
11/30/2005 $21,726 $23,498
11/30/2006 $29,493 $31,576
11/30/2007 $43,041 $45,964
11/30/2008 $16,266 $20,029
11/30/2009 $30,010 $37,189
11/30/2010 $33,584 $43,010
Call 1-800-225-6292 or visit www.pioneerinvestments.com for the most recent
month-end performance results. Current performance may be lower or higher than
the performance data quoted.
The performance data quoted represents past performance, which is no guarantee
of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and
shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
Class C shares held for less than one year are also subject to a 1% contingent
deferred sales charge (CDSC). The performance of Class C shares does not reflect
the 1% front-end sales charge in effect prior to February 1, 2004. If you paid a
1% sales charge, your returns would be lower than those shown above. "If Held"
results represent the percent change in net asset value per share. Returns would
have been lower had sales charges been reflected. All results are historical and
assume the reinvestment of dividends and capital gains. Other share classes are
available for which performance and expenses will differ.
Performance results reflect any applicable expense waivers in effect during the
periods shown. Without such waivers Fund performance would be lower. Waivers may
not be in effect for all funds. Certain fee waivers are contractual through a
specified period. Otherwise, fee waivers can be rescinded at any time. See the
prospectus and financial statements for more information.
The net expense ratio reflects contractual expense limitations currently in
effect through April 1, 2011, for Class C shares. There can be no assurance that
Pioneer will extend the expense limitations beyond such time. Please see the
prospectus and financial statements for more information.
The performance table and graph do not reflect the deduction of fees and taxes
that a shareowner would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of Fund
shares.
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Performance Update | 11/30/10 Class R Shares
Investment Returns
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The mountain chart on the right shows the change in value of a $10,000
investment made in Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund, compared to that of the Morgan
Stanley Capital International (MSCI) Emerging Markets Index.
Average Annual Total Returns
(As of November 30, 2010)
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If If
Period Held Redeemed
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10 Years 13.44% 13.44%
5 Years 9.73 9.73
1 Year 12.68 12.68
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Expense Ratio
(Per prospectus dated April 1, 2010)
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Gross Net
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2.17% 2.17%
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[The following data was represented as a mountain chart in the printed material]
Value of $10,000 Investment
Pioneer Emerging MSCI Emerging
Markets Fund Markets Index
11/30/2000 $10,000 $10,000
11/30/2001 $ 9,113 $ 9,263
11/30/2002 $ 9,250 $ 9,722
11/30/2003 $13,264 $13,695
11/30/2004 $16,362 $17,650
11/30/2005 $22,174 $23,498
11/30/2006 $30,224 $31,576
11/30/2007 $44,352 $45,964
11/30/2008 $16,859 $20,029
11/30/2009 $31,308 $37,189
11/30/2010 $35,279 $43,010
Call 1-800-225-6292 or visit www.pioneerinvestments.com for the most recent
month-end performance results. Current performance may be lower or higher than
the performance data quoted.
The performance data quoted represents past performance, which is no guarantee
of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and
shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
The performance shown for Class R shares for the period prior to the
commencement of operations of Class R shares on April 1, 2003 is based on the
performance of the Fund's Class A shares, reduced to reflect the higher
distribution and service fees of Class R shares. For the period beginning April
1, 2003, the actual performance of Class R shares is reflected. The performance
of Class R shares does not reflect the 1% CDSC that was in effect prior to July
1, 2004. Class R shares are not subject to sales charges and are available for
limited groups of eligible investors, including institutional investors. All
results are historical and assume the reinvestment of dividends and capital
gains. Other share classes are available for which performance and expenses will
differ.
Performance results reflect any applicable expense waivers in effect during the
periods shown. Without such waivers Fund performance would be lower. Waivers may
not be in effect for all funds. Certain fee waivers are contractual through a
specified period. Otherwise, fee waivers can be rescinded at any time. See the
prospectus and financial statements for more information.
The net expense ratio reflects contractual expense limitations currently in
effect through April 1, 2012 for Class R shares. There can be no assurance that
Pioneer will extend the expense limitations beyond such time. Please see the
prospectus and financial statements for more information.
The performance table and graph do not reflect the deduction of fees and taxes
that a shareowner would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of Fund
shares.
14 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
Performance Update | 11/30/10 Class Y Shares
Investment Returns
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The mountain chart on the right shows the change in value of a $5 million
investment made in Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund, compared to that of the Morgan
Stanley Capital International (MSCI) Emerging Markets Index.
Average Annual Total Returns
(As of November 30, 2010)
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If If
Period Held Redeemed
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10 Years 14.54% 14.54%
5 Years 10.56 10.56
1 Year 13.39 13.39
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Expense Ratio
(Per prospectus dated April 1, 2010)
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Gross Net
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1.42% 1.42%
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[The following data was represented as a mountain chart in the printed material]
Value of $5,000,000 Investment
Pioneer Emerging MSCI Emerging
Markets Fund Markets Index
11/30/2000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000
11/30/2001 $ 4,623,753 $ 4,631,657
11/30/2002 $ 4,764,279 $ 4,860,834
11/30/2003 $ 6,890,668 $ 6,847,581
11/30/2004 $ 8,603,272 $ 8,825,065
11/30/2005 $11,766,738 $11,749,056
11/30/2006 $16,191,238 $15,788,075
11/30/2007 $23,922,629 $22,981,882
11/30/2008 $ 9,159,455 $10,014,512
11/30/2009 $17,144,192 $18,594,732
11/30/2010 $19,439,886 $21,505,022
Call 1-800-225-6292 or visit www.pioneerinvestments.com for the most recent
month-end performance results. Current performance may be lower or higher than
the performance data quoted.
The performance data quoted represents past performance, which is no guarantee
of future results. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and
shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.
Class Y shares are not subject to sales charges and are available for limited
groups of eligible investors, including institutional investors. All results are
historical and assume the reinvestment of dividends and capital gains. Other
share classes are available for which performance and expenses will differ.
Performance results reflect any applicable expense waivers in effect during the
periods shown. Without such waivers Fund performance would be lower. Waivers may
not be in effect for all funds. Certain fee waivers are contractual through a
specified period. Otherwise, fee waivers can be rescinded at any time. See the
prospectus and financial statements for more information.
The performance table and graph do not reflect the deduction of fees and taxes
that a shareowner would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of Fund
shares.
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 15
Comparing Ongoing Fund Expenses
As a shareowner in the Fund, you incur two types of costs:
(1) ongoing costs, including management fees, distribution and/or service
(12b-1) fees, and other Fund expenses; and
(2) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments.
This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing expenses (in
dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing
costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example is based on an investment
of $1,000 at the beginning of the Fund's latest six-month period and held
throughout the six months.
Using the Tables
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Actual Expenses
The first table below provides information about actual account values and
actual expenses. You may use the information in this table, together with the
amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period as
follows:
(1) Divide your account value by $1,000
Example: an $8,600 account value [divided by] $1,000 = 8.6
(2) Multiply the result in (1) above by the corresponding share class's number
in the third row under the heading entitled "Expenses Paid During Period"
to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Expenses Paid on a $1,000 Investment in Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund
Based on actual returns from June 1, 2010, through November 30, 2010.
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Share Class A B C R Y
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Beginning Account Value $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00
on 6/1/10
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Ending Account Value $ 1,215.27 $ 1,209.56 $ 1,209.71 $ 1,214.09 $ 1,218.99
(after expenses) on 11/30/10
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Expenses Paid $ 10.77 $ 15.79 $ 15.29 $ 11.66 $ 8.01
During Period*
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* Expenses are equal to the Fund's annualized expense ratio of 1.94%, 2.85%,
2.76%, 2.10% and 1.44% for Class A, Class B, Class C, Class R and Class Y
shares, respectively, multiplied by the average account value over the
period, multiplied by 183/365 (to reflect the one-half year period).
16 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The table below provides information about hypothetical account values and
hypothetical expenses based on the Fund's actual expense ratio and an assumed
rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the Fund's actual
return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate
the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period.
You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the
Fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5%
hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the tables are meant to highlight your
ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transaction costs, such as sales
charges (loads), that are charged at the time of the transaction. Therefore, the
table below is useful in comparing ongoing costs only and will not help you
determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if
these transaction costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
Expenses Paid on a $1,000 Investment in Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund
Based on a hypothetical 5% return per year before expenses, reflecting the
period from June 1, 2010, through November 30, 2010.
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Share Class A B C R Y
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Beginning Account Value $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00
on 6/1/10
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Ending Account Value $ 1,015.34 $ 1,010.78 $ 1,011.23 $ 1,014.54 $ 1,017.85
(after expenses) on 11/30/10
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Expenses Paid $ 9.80 $ 14.37 $ 13.92 $ 10.61 $ 7.28
During Period*
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* Expenses are equal to the Fund's annualized expense ratio of 1.94%, 2.85%,
2.76%, 2.10% and 1.44% for Class A, Class B, Class C, Class R and Class Y
shares, respectively, multiplied by the average account value over the
period, multiplied by 183/365 (to reflect the one-half year period).
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 17
Schedule of Investments | 11/30/10
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Shares Value
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PREFERRED STOCKS -- 3.8%
TRANSPORTATION -- 0.7%
Airlines -- 0.7%
170,278 Tam SA $ 4,017,818
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Total Transportation $ 4,017,818
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SEMICONDUCTORS -- 1.3%
Semiconductors -- 1.3%
17,218 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.* $ 8,594,458
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Total Semiconductors $ 8,594,458
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UTILITIES -- 1.8%
Electric Utilities -- 1.8%
469,939 Cia Paranaense de Energia SA de CV $ 11,650,474
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Total Utilities $ 11,650,474
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TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
(Cost $20,537,887) $ 24,262,750
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COMMON STOCKS -- 96.5%
ENERGY -- 10.0%
Coal & Consumable Fuels -- 1.2%
30,588,500 Adaro Energy PT $ 7,858,521
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Integrated Oil & Gas -- 1.6%
114,487 Lukoil Holding OAO (A.D.R.)* $ 6,275,030
130,445 Petrobras Brasileiro SA (A.D.R.)*(b) 3,819,430
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$ 10,094,460
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Oil & Gas Exploration & Production -- 5.9%
4,217,700 CNOOC, Ltd. $ 9,111,834
70,728 Novatek OAO (G.D.R.)* 6,655,731
640,769 OGX Petroleo e Gas Participacoes SA* 7,438,198
476,809 Pacific Rubiales Energy Corp.* 14,902,024
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$ 38,107,787
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Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing -- 1.3%
336,803 Tupras-Turkiye Petrol Rafinerileri A.S.* $ 8,179,571
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Total Energy $ 64,240,339
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MATERIALS -- 20.2%
Commodity Chemicals -- 1.1%
4,165,400 Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd* $ 7,035,482
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Construction Materials -- 1.4%
4,807,700 PT Indocement Tunggal Prakarsa Tbk $ 8,840,929
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Diversified Metals & Mining -- 6.2%
364,792 Eurasian Natural Resources Corp. $ 4,983,552
75,980 Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold, Inc. (Class B) 7,698,294
141,269 KGHM Polska Mie SA* 6,125,687
353,819 Norilsk Nickel OAO (A.D.R.)* 6,995,002
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
18 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
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Shares Value
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Diversified Metals & Mining -- (continued)
4,059,035 Nuevo Grupo Mexico SA $ 13,820,640
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$ 39,623,175
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Forest Products -- 1.4%
772,697 Duratex SA* $ 8,834,429
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Gold -- 2.3%
472,274 Gold Fields, Ltd. $ 7,798,650
441,714 IAMGOLD Corp. 7,235,275
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$ 15,033,925
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Precious Metals & Minerals -- 1.8%
152,320 Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA* $ 7,713,485
210,436 Polymetal Corp.* 3,786,143
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$ 11,499,628
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Steel -- 6.0%
205,515 Companhia Vale do Rio Doce SA de CV (b) $ 6,510,715
112,195 Kumba Iron Ore, Ltd. 6,280,583
1,028,073 MMX Mineracao e Metals SA* 7,316,392
638,195 Vale SA (A.D.R.) (b) 18,118,356
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$ 38,226,046
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Total Materials $129,093,614
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CAPITAL GOODS -- 4.3%
Construction & Engineering -- 1.2%
6,611,300 China Railways Construction Corp.* $ 7,832,966
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Construction & Farm Machinery & Heavy Trucks -- 3.1%
33,122 Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.* $ 10,602,550
342,818 Tata Motors, Ltd.* 9,245,318
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$ 19,847,868
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Total Capital Goods $ 27,680,834
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AUTOMOBILES & COMPONENTS -- 8.0%
Auto Parts & Equipment -- 1.7%
44,906 Hyundai Mobis Co., Ltd.* $ 10,649,894
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Automobile Manufacturers -- 4.9%
6,014,000 Dongfeng Motor Group Co., Ltd.* $ 11,400,671
243,150 Kia Motors Co., Ltd.* 10,261,293
1,712,400 PT Astra International Tbk 9,846,884
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$ 31,508,848
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Motorcycle Manufacturers -- 1.4%
255,490 Bajaj Auto, Ltd. $ 8,749,165
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Total Automobiles & Components $ 50,907,907
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 19
Schedule of Investments | 11/30/10 (continued)
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Shares Value
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------
CONSUMER DURABLES & APPAREL -- 2.6%
Homebuilding -- 1.3%
835,820 MRV Engenharia SA $ 8,264,101
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Household Appliances -- 0.9%
154,760 Woongjin Coway Co., Ltd.* $ 5,606,515
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Textiles -- 0.4%
968,000 Ruentex Industries, Ltd. $ 3,043,639
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Total Consumer Durables & Apparel $ 16,914,255
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RETAILING -- 4.3%
Apparel Retail -- 1.3%
774,560 Truworths International, Ltd.* $ 8,050,908
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Department Stores -- 3.0%
336,172 Alojas Renner SA* $ 11,771,805
15,303 Lotte Shopping Co., Ltd.* 6,254,261
1,527,300 New World Department Store China, Ltd. 1,412,842
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$ 19,438,908
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Total Retailing $ 27,489,816
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FOOD & DRUG RETAILING -- 1.3%
Food Retail -- 1.3%
221,769 X-5 Retail Group NV (G.D.R.)* $ 8,415,460
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Total Food & Drug Retailing $ 8,415,460
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FOOD, BEVERAGE & TOBACCO -- 2.2%
Packaged Foods & Meats -- 1.2%
9,339,700 Charoen Pokphand Foods PCL* $ 7,735,382
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Tobacco -- 1.0%
1,736,720 ITC, Ltd.* $ 6,486,407
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Total Food, Beverage & Tobacco $ 14,221,789
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HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS -- 3.5%
Household Products -- 0.8%
15,079 LG Household & Health Care, Ltd.* $ 4,984,065
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Personal Products -- 2.7%
562 Hypermarcas SA* $ 664,421
561,391 Hypermarcas SA* 8,884,406
298,815 Natura Cosmeticos SA 8,032,080
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$ 17,580,907
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Total Household & Personal Products $ 22,564,972
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PHARMACEUTICALS & BIOTECHNOLOGY -- 3.1%
Pharmaceuticals -- 3.1%
664,635 Aspen Pharmacare Holdings, Ltd. $ 8,710,606
401,445 Celltrion, Inc.* 11,201,674
------------
$ 19,912,280
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Total Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology $ 19,912,280
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
20 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
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Shares Value
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
BANKS -- 18.6%
Diversified Banks -- 17.0%
2,812,135 Asya Katilim Bankasi AS $ 5,856,918
461,117 Banco Bradesco SA (A.D.R.)*(b) 9,250,007
448,532 Banco do Brasil SA 8,608,005
430,951 Banco Itau SA (A.D.R.) 10,054,087
11,336,000 Bank Mandiri Tbk 8,029,187
10,155,700 China Construction Bank, Ltd. 9,132,345
8,777,000 China Minsheng Banking Corp., Ltd.* 7,790,565
4,094,100 CIMB Group Holdings Bhd 10,899,121
151,132 ICICI Bank, Ltd. 3,764,426
8,717,900 Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Ltd.* 6,764,692
1,778,700 Kasikornbank PCL* 7,096,809
68,042 State Bank of India, Ltd.* 4,435,088
1,551,937 Turkiye Garanti Bankasi AS 8,615,855
907,350 Turkiye Halk Bankasi AS 8,544,108
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$108,841,213
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Thrifts & Mortgage Finance -- 1.6%
666,200 Housing Development Finance Corp. $ 10,012,612
------------
Total Banks $118,853,825
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DIVERSIFIED FINANCIALS -- 1.8%
Diversified Financial Services -- 0.2%
837,400 AMMB Holdings Bhd $ 1,598,064
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Specialized Finance -- 1.6%
1,314,126 Rural Electrification Corp., Ltd. $ 10,026,866
------------
Total Diversified Financials $ 11,624,930
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INSURANCE -- 2.6%
Life & Health Insurance -- 1.4%
761,500 Ping An Insurance (Group) Co. of China, Ltd.* $ 8,752,189
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Multi-Line Insurance -- 1.2%
66,356 Powszechny Zaklad Ubezpieczen SA $ 7,605,102
------------
Total Insurance $ 16,357,291
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REAL ESTATE -- 0.2%
Diversified Real Estate Activities -- 0.2%
1,371,669 Emlak Konut Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi, Ltd.* $ 1,550,424
------------
Total Real Estate $ 1,550,424
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SOFTWARE & SERVICES -- 2.9%
It Consulting & Other Services -- 2.9%
140,600 Infosys Technologies, Ltd. (A.D.R.)*(b) $ 9,300,690
402,157 Tata Consultancy Services, Ltd. 9,376,167
------------
$ 18,676,857
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Total Software & Services $ 18,676,857
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 21
Schedule of Investments | 11/30/10 (continued)
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Shares Value
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TECHNOLOGY HARDWARE & EQUIPMENT -- 3.5%
Communications Equipment -- 2.5%
9,092,000 China Wireless Technologies, Ltd. $ 5,791,836
358,000 HTC Corp.* 9,899,818
------------
$ 15,691,654
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Computer Hardware -- 1.0%
3,221,411 Wistron Corp. $ 6,489,916
------------
Total Technology Hardware & Equipment $ 22,181,570
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SEMICONDUCTORS -- 1.9%
1,105,476 Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (A.D.R.) $ 11,883,867
------------
Total Semiconductors $ 11,883,867
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TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES -- 5.0%
Integrated Telecommunication Services -- 1.0%
2,736,000 Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. $ 6,641,656
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Wireless Telecommunication Services -- 4.0%
230,496 America Movil SA de CV, Series L (A.D.R.)*(b) $ 13,013,804
549,500 China Mobile, Ltd. 5,478,877
3,002,000 Taiwan Mobile Co. Ltd.* 6,724,017
------------
$ 25,216,698
------------
Total Telecommunication Services $ 31,858,354
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UTILITIES -- 0.5%
Electric Utilities -- 0.5%
137,123 CPFL Energia SA* $ 3,175,514
------------
Total Utilities $ 3,175,514
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TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
(Cost $448,126,109) $617,603,898
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RIGHTS -- 0.1%
BANKS -- 0.1%
Diversified Banks -- 0.1%
710,899 China Construction Bank, Ltd. EXP 12/8/10* $ 240,765
392,305 Industrial & Commercial Bank, Ltd. EXP 12/16/10* 122,761
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$ 363,526
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TOTAL RIGHTS
(Cost $268,651) $ 363,526
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Principal
Amount ($)
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS -- 5.6%
SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL -- 5.6% (c)
Certificates of Deposit:
1,016,444 Bank of Nova Scotia, 0.37%, 9/29/11 $ 1,016,444
711,510 BBVA Group NY, 0.61%, 7/26/11 711,510
508,222 BNP Paribas Bank NY, 0.29%, 2/8/11 508,222
508,222 BNP Paribas Bank NY, 0.3%, 1/20/11 508,222
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
22 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
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Principal
Amount ($) Value
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Certificates of Deposit -- (continued):
1,016,444 Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce NY, 0.29%, 4/27/11 $ 1,016,444
1,016,444 Nordea New York, 0.5%, 12/10/10 1,016,444
1,016,444 RaboBank Netherland NV NY, 0.31%, 8/8/11 1,016,444
1,016,444 Royal Bank of Canada NY, 0.25%, 1/21/11 1,016,444
508,222 SocGen NY, 0.26%, 12/10/10 508,222
508,222 SocGen NY, 0.30%, 2/10/11 508,222
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$ 7,826,618
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Commercial Paper:
609,866 American Honda Finance, 0.28%, 5/4/11 $ 609,866
408,338 American Honda Finance, 1.04%, 6/20/11 408,338
373,578 Australia & New Zealand Banking Group, 0.89%, 8/4/11 373,578
1,036,151 Caterpillar Financial Services Corp., 1.04%, 6/24/11 1,036,151
1,118,088 CBA, 0.31%, 1/3/11 1,118,088
711,431 CHARFD, 0.31%, 12/14/10 711,431
304,781 CHARFD, 0.26%, 2/28/11 304,781
609,866 CLIPPR, 0.28%, 12/1/10 609,866
507,982 FAIRPP, 0.27%, 2/2/11 507,982
406,577 FASCO, 0.27%, 12/1/10 406,577
1,016,546 Federal Home Loan Bank, 0.38%, 6/1/11 1,016,546
508,208 GE Corp., 0.34%, 1/26/11 508,208
101,596 General Electric Capital Corp., 0.33%, 6/6/11 101,596
406,577 OLDLLC, 0.27%, 12/1/10 406,577
557,068 OLDLLC, 0.27%, 12/2/10 557,068
1,015,695 SEB, 0.39%, 2/7/11 1,015,695
508,042 SOCNAM, 0.29%, 1/14/11 508,042
508,203 SRP, 0.27%, 12/6/10 508,203
762,722 STRAIT, 0.25%, 12/8/10 762,722
1,015,999 STRAIT, 0.25%, 2/2/11 1,015,999
508,069 Toll Brothers LLC, 0.27%, 1/10/11 508,069
508,218 Toll Brothers LLC, 0.27%, 12/2/10 508,218
507,982 Toll Brothers LLC, 0.27%, 2/2/11 507,982
1,016,444 Toyota Motor Credit Corp., 0.45%, 9/8/11 1,016,444
619,371 VARFUN, 0.27%, 1/20/11 619,371
406,357 VARFUN, 0.26%, 2/14/11 406,357
609,881 Wachovia, 0.38%, 3/22/11 609,881
406,870 Wachovia, 0.34%, 10/15/11 406,870
1,016,444 Westpac, 0.31%, 7/29/11 1,016,444
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$ 18,086,950
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Tri-party Repurchase Agreements:
1,912,987 Barclays Capital Markets, 0.23%, 12/1/10 $ 1,912,987
2,032,887 Deutsche Bank Securities, Inc., 0.24%, 12/1/10 2,032,887
2,032,887 HSBC Bank USA NA, 0.23% 12/1/10 2,032,887
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 23
Schedule of Investments | 11/30/10 (continued)
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Principal
Amount ($) Value
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Tri-party Repurchase Agreements -- (continued):
2,032,887 RBS Securities, Inc., 0.25%, 12/1/10 $ 2,032,887
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$ 8,011,648
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Shares
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Money Market Mutual Funds:
1,016,440 Dreyfus Preferred Money Market Fund $ 1,016,440
1,016,444 Fidelity Prime Money Market Fund 1,016,444
------------
$ 2,032,884
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Total Securities Lending Collateral $ 35,958,100
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TOTAL TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS
(Cost $35,958,100) $ 35,958,100
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TOTAL INVESTMENT IN SECURITIES -- 106.0%
(Cost $504,890,747) (a) (d) $678,188,274
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OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES -- (6.0)% $(38,306,381)
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TOTAL NET ASSETS -- 100.0% $639,881,893
===============================================================================
(A.D.R.) American Depositary Receipt.
(G.D.R.) Global Depositary Receipt.
* Non-income producing security.
(a) At November 30, 2010, the net unrealized gain on investments based on
cost for federal income tax purposes of $515,121,214 was as follows:
Aggregate gross unrealized gain for all investments in which there is an
excess of value over tax cost $168,093,915
Aggregate gross unrealized loss for all investments in which there is an
excess of tax cost over value (5,026,855)
------------
Net unrealized gain $163,067,060
============
(b) At November 30, 2010, the following securities were out on loan:
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Shares Security Value
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
23,900 America Movil SA de CV, Series L (A.D.R.)* $ 1,349,394
443,500 Banco Bradesco SA (A.D.R.)* 8,896,610
40,000 Infosys Technologies, Ltd. (A.D.R.)* 2,646,000
59,000 Petrobras Brasileiro SA (A.D.R.)* 1,727,520
620,000 Vale SA (A.D.R.) 17,601,800
78,500 Companhia Vale do Rio Dolce SA & CV 2,486,880
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Total $34,708,204
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(c) Securities lending collateral is managed by Credit Suisse AG, New York
Branch.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
24 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
(d) Distributions of investments by country of issue, as a percentage of
total investment in securities (excluding temporary cash investments),
is as follows:
Brazil 21.2%
India 11.1%
South Korea 10.6%
People's Republic of China 8.7%
Taiwan 7.0%
Indonesia 5.4%
Turkey 5.1%
South Africa 4.8%
Mexico 4.2%
Canada 3.5%
Russia 3.3%
Malaysia 3.0%
Hong Kong 2.8%
Thailand 2.3%
United States 2.3%
Poland 2.1%
United Kingdom 1.4%
Peru 1.2%
-----
100.0%
=====
Purchases and sales of securities (excluding temporary cash investments) for the
year ended November 30, 2010 aggregated $547,630,024 and $612,153,715,
respectively.
Various inputs are used in determining the value of the Fund's investments.
These inputs are summarized in the three broad levels listed below.
Highest priority is given to Level 1 inputs and lowest priority is given to
Level 3.
Level 1 -- quoted prices in active markets for identical securities
Level 2 -- other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for
similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit
risk, etc.)
Level 3 -- significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund's own
assumptions in determining fair value of investments)
The following is a summary of the inputs used as of November 30, 2010, in
valuing the Fund's assets:
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Preferred Stocks $ 15,668,292 $ 8,594,458 $-- $ 24,262,750
Common Stocks 121,654,187 15,071,191 -- 136,725,378
Common Stocks (foreign) * 87,891,376 392,987,144 -- 480,878,520
Rights/Warrants -- 363,526 -- 363,526
Temporary Cash Investments -- 33,925,216 -- 33,925,216
Money Market Mutual Funds 2,032,884 -- -- 2,032,884
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Total $ 227,246,739 $ 450,941,535 $-- $ 678,188,274
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* Securities are valued by independent pricing services using fair value
factors.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities | 11/30/10
ASSETS:
Investment in securities (including securities loaned of
$34,708,204) (cost $504,890,747) $678,188,274
Cash 2,605,920
Foreign currencies, at value (cost $1,231,736) 1,246,072
Receivables --
Investment securities sold 292,319
Fund shares sold 1,601,234
Dividends 199,468
Other 137,923
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total assets $684,271,210
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
LIABILITIES:
Payables --
Investment securities purchased $ 6,107,841
Fund shares repurchased 918,765
Upon return of securities loaned 35,958,100
Due to affiliates 165,934
Reserve for repatriation taxes 1,061,815
Accrued expenses 176,862
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total liabilities $ 44,389,317
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
NET ASSETS:
Paid-in capital $528,985,674
Distributions in excess of net investment income (61,166)
Accumulated net realized loss on investments and foreign currency
transactions (61,321,438)
Net unrealized gain on investments (Net of foreign capital gains tax of
$1,061,815) 172,235,712
Net unrealized gain on forward foreign currency contracts and other
assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies 43,111
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total net assets $639,881,893
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
NET ASSET VALUE PER SHARE:
(No par value, unlimited number of shares authorized)
Class A (based on $339,833,831/11,551,834 shares) $ 29.42
Class B (based on $20,253,830/792,158 shares) $ 25.57
Class C (based on $60,809,245/2,379,384 shares) $ 25.56
Class R (based on $119,358,124/4,198,376 shares) $ 28.43
Class Y (based on $99,626,863/3,139,954 shares) $ 31.73
MAXIMUM OFFERING PRICE:
Class A ($29.42 [divided by] 94.25%) $ 31.21
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
26 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
Statement of Operations
For the Year Ended 11/30/10
INVESTMENT INCOME:
Dividends (net of foreign taxes withheld of $821,802) $12,451,366
Income from securities loaned, net 69,181
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Total investment income $12,520,547
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
EXPENSES:
Management fees $7,030,109
Transfer agent fees
Class A 677,269
Class B 101,463
Class C 143,847
Class R 76,793
Class Y 5,406
Distribution fees
Class A 854,778
Class B 219,126
Class C 588,545
Class R 511,985
Shareholder communications expenses 914,556
Administrative reimbursements 190,183
Custodian fees 615,623
Registration fees 125,717
Professional fees 93,957
Printing expense 74,794
Fees and expenses of nonaffiliated trustees 20,075
Miscellaneous 74,895
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Total expenses $12,319,121
Less fees waived and expenses reimbursed by
Pioneer Investment Management, Inc. (25,544)
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net expenses $12,293,577
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net investment income $ 226,970
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN (LOSS) ON INVESTMENTS
AND FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSACTIONS:
Net realized gain (loss) on:
Investments $66,857,042
Forward foreign currency contracts and other assets and liabilities
denominated in foreign currencies (2,192,025) $64,665,017
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Change in net unrealized gain (loss) on:
Investments $2,206,839
Forward foreign currency contracts and other assets and liabilities
denominated in foreign currencies (Net of foreign capital gains
tax of $1,061,815) 53,210 $ 2,260,049
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Net gain on investments and foreign currency transactions $66,925,066
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase in net assets resulting from operations $67,152,036
=======================================================================================================
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 27
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
For the Years Ended 11/30/10 and 11/30/09, respectively
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Year Year
Ended Ended
11/30/10 11/30/09
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
FROM OPERATIONS:
Net investment income $ 226,970 $ 1,836,396
Net realized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency
transactions 64,665,017 (93,480,228)
Change in net unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign
currency transactions 2,260,049 370,352,243
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase in net assets resulting from operations $ 67,152,036 $278,708,411
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREOWNERS:
Net investment income:
Class A ($0.04 and $0.19 per share, respectively) $ (617,079) $ (2,381,182)
Class R ($0.03 and $0.21 per share, respectively) (102,942) (420,439)
Class Y ($0.14 and $0.35 per share, respectively) (390,487) (869,455)
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions to shareowners $ (1,110,508) $ (3,671,076)
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
FROM FUND SHARE TRANSACTIONS:
Net proceeds from sale of shares $191,361,734 $236,221,069
Reinvestment of distributions 749,770 3,145,441
Cost of shares repurchased (272,365,688) (154,335,677)
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from Fund
share transactions $(80,254,184) $ 85,030,833
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net assets $(14,212,656) $360,068,168
NET ASSETS:
Beginning of year 654,094,549 294,026,381
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
End of year $639,881,893 $654,094,549
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Undistributed net (Distributions in excess of) investment income $ (61,166) $ 1,104,885
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
28 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
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'10 Shares '10 Amount '09 Shares '09 Amount
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class A
Shares sold 3,633,812 $ 98,305,865 8,207,965 $156,774,782
Reinvestment of distributions 21,748 575,134 134,695 2,052,236
Less shares repurchased (7,697,566) (199,145,646) (5,474,120) (106,294,599)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) (4,042,006) $(100,264,647) 2,868,540 $ 52,532,419
======================================================================================================
Class B
Shares sold 93,022 $ 2,165,838 274,124 $ 4,957,010
Reinvestment of distributions -- -- -- --
Less shares repurchased (400,178) (9,243,095) (492,312) (7,901,677)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net decrease (307,156) $ (7,077,257) (218,188) $ (2,944,667)
======================================================================================================
Class C
Shares sold 500,509 $ 11,700,062 741,854 $ 13,229,800
Reinvestment of distributions -- -- -- --
Less shares repurchased (751,257) (17,241,398) (877,488) (14,142,760)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net decrease (250,748) $ (5,541,336) (135,634) $ (912,960)
======================================================================================================
Class R
Shares sold 1,949,517 $ 50,694,423 2,193,543 $ 42,920,340
Reinvestment of distributions 3,788 96,945 25,854 381,600
Less shares repurchased (1,083,344) (27,770,992) (727,933) (14,221,475)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase 869,961 $ 23,020,376 1,491,464 $ 29,080,465
======================================================================================================
Class Y
Shares sold 1,026,150 $ 28,496,880 820,100 $ 18,341,262
Reinvestment of distributions 2,689 76,357 43,473 709,480
Less shares repurchased (652,806) (18,964,557) (538,936) (11,775,166)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase 376,033 $ 9,608,680 324,637 $ 7,275,576
======================================================================================================
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 29
Financial Highlights
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Year Year
Ended Ended
11/30/10 11/30/09
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class A
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 26.11 $ 14.20
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income $ 0.03 $ 0.09
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign
currency transactions 3.32 12.00
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ 3.35 $ 12.10
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ (0.04) $ (0.19)
Net realized gain -- --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions $ (0.04) $ (0.19)
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Redemption fee $ -- $ --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ 3.31 $ 11.91
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period $ 29.42 $ 26.11
=========================================================================================================
Total return* 12.85% 86.13%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 1.94% 1.95%
Ratio of net investment income to average net assets+ 0.09% 0.49%
Portfolio turnover rate 91% 68%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $339,834 $407,113
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser
and no reduction for fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 1.94% 1.99%
Net investment income 0.09% 0.45%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser
and reduction for fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 1.94% 1.95%
Net investment income 0.09% 0.49%
=========================================================================================================
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Year Year Year
Ended Ended Ended
11/30/08 11/30/07 11/30/06
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class A
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 38.29 $ 29.06 $ 23.64
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income $ 0.33 $ 0.05 $ 0.15
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign
currency transactions (24.03) 13.40 8.45
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ (23.70) $ 13.45 $ 8.60
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ -- $ (0.07) $ (0.11)
Net realized gain (0.39) (4.15) (3.07)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions $ (0.39) $ (4.22) $ (3.18)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Redemption fee $ -- $ -- $ 0.00(a)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ (24.09) $ 9.23 $ 5.42
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period $ 14.20 $ 38.29 $ 29.06
======================================================================================================================
Total return* (61.91%) 47.03% 36.84%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 1.86% 1.79% 1.90%
Ratio of net investment income to average net assets+ 0.99% 0.17% 0.49%
Portfolio turnover rate 54% 45% 42%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $180,675 $497,008 $240,097
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser
and no reduction for fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 1.86% 1.79% 1.90%
Net investment income 0.99% 0.17% 0.49%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser
and reduction for fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 1.86% 1.78% 1.89%
Net investment income 0.99% 0.18% 0.50%
======================================================================================================================
(a) Amount rounds to less than one cent per share.
* Assumes initial investment at net asset value at the beginning of each
period, reinvestment of all distributions, the complete redemption of the
investment at net asset value at the end of each period, and no sales
charges. Total return would be reduced if sales charges were taken into
account.
+ Ratios with no reduction for fees paid indirectly.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
30 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
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Year Year
Ended Ended
11/30/10 11/30/09
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 22.86 $ 12.39
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) $ (0.20) $ (0.03)#
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency transactions 2.91 10.50
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ 2.71 $ 10.47
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ -- $ --
Net realized gain -- --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions $ -- $ --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Redemption fee $ -- $ --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ 2.71 $ 10.47
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period $ 25.57 $ 22.86
=====================================================================================================================
Total return* 11.86% 84.50%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 2.85% 2.85%
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets+ (0.79)% (0.37)%
Portfolio turnover rate 91% 68%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $20,254 $ 25,130
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and no reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.96% 3.13%
Net investment income (loss) (0.91)% (0.65)%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.85% 2.85%
Net investment income (loss) (0.79)% (0.37)%
=====================================================================================================================
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Year Year
Ended Ended
11/30/08 11/30/07
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 33.84 $ 26.19
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) $ 0.02 $ (0.19)
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency transactions (21.08) 11.99
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ (21.06) $ 11.80
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ -- $ --
Net realized gain (0.39) (4.15)
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions $ (0.39) $ (4.15)
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Redemption fee $ -- $ --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ (21.45) $ 7.65
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period $ 12.39 $ 33.84
=====================================================================================================================
Total return* (61.25%) 45.78%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 2.75% 2.65%
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets+ 0.06% (0.67)%
Portfolio turnover rate 54% 45%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $ 16,323 $64,562
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and no reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.75% 2.65%
Net investment income (loss) 0.06% (0.67)%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.74% 2.63%
Net investment income (loss) 0.07% (0.65)%
=====================================================================================================================
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Year
Ended
11/30/06
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 21.62
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) $ (0.09)
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency transactions 7.73
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ 7.64
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ 0.00(a)
Net realized gain (3.07)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions $ (3.07)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Redemption fee $ 0.00(a)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ 4.57
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period $ 26.19
==========================================================================================================
Total return* 35.72%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 2.74%
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets+ (0.34)%
Portfolio turnover rate 42%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $ 48,312
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and no reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.74%
Net investment income (loss) (0.34)%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.71%
Net investment income (loss) (0.31)%
==========================================================================================================
(a) Amount rounds to less than one cent per share.
* Assumes initial investment at net asset value at the beginning of each
period, reinvestment of all distributions, the complete redemption of the
investment at net asset value at the end of each period, and no sales
charges. Total return would be reduced if sales charges were taken into
account.
+ Ratios with no reduction for fees paid indirectly.
# The amount shown for a share outstanding does not correspond with the
aggregate gain on investments for the period due to the timing of sales and
repurchases of shares in relation to fluctuating market values of the
investments of the Fund.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Financial Highlights (continued)
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Year Year
Ended Ended
11/30/10 11/30/09
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 22.84 $ 12.38
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) $ (0.17) $ (0.06)#
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency transactions 2.89 10.52
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ 2.72 $ 10.46
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ -- $ --
Net realized gain -- --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions $ -- $ --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ 2.72 $ 10.46
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period $ 25.56 $ 22.84
=====================================================================================================================
Total return* 11.91% 84.49%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 2.76% 2.85%
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets+ (0.70)% (0.39)%
Portfolio turnover rate 91% 68%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $60,809 $ 60,066
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and no reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.76% 2.89%
Net investment income (loss) (0.70)% (0.43)%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.76% 2.85%
Net investment income (loss) (0.70)% (0.39)%
=====================================================================================================================
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Year Year Year
Ended Ended Ended
11/30/08 11/30/07 11/30/06
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 33.78 $ 26.12 $ 21.58
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) $ 0.06 $ (0.17) $ (0.06)
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency transactions (21.07) 11.98 7.69
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ (21.01) $ 11.81 $ 7.63
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ -- $ -- $ (0.02)
Net realized gain (0.39) (4.15) (3.07)
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions $ (0.39) $ (4.15) $ (3.09)
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ (21.40) $ 7.66 $ 4.54
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period $ 12.38 $ 33.78 $ 26.12
================================================================================================================================
Total return* (62.21%) 45.94% 35.75%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 2.65% 2.57% 2.65%
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets+ 0.20% (0.59)% (0.27)%
Portfolio turnover rate 54% 45% 42%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $ 34,242 $99,966 $60,039
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and no reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.65% 2.57% 2.65%
Net investment income (loss) 0.20% (0.59)% (0.27)%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.64% 2.56% 2.64%
Net investment income (loss) 0.21% (0.58)% (0.26)%
================================================================================================================================
* Assumes initial investment at net asset value at the beginning of each period,
reinvestment of all distributions, the complete redemption of the investment
at net asset value at the end of each period, and no sales charges. Total
return would be reduced if sales charges were taken into account.
+ Ratios with no reduction for fees paid indirectly.
# The amount shown for a share outstanding does not correspond with the
aggregate gain on investments for the period due to the timing of sales and
repurchases of shares in relation to fluctuating market values of the
investments of the Fund.
32 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
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Year Year
Ended Ended
11/30/10 11/30/09
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class R
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 25.26 $ 13.80
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) $ (0.01) $ 0.12
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency transactions 3.21 11.56
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ 3.20 $ 11.68
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ (0.03) $ (0.21)
Net realized gain -- --
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions $ (0.03) $ (0.21)
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Redemption fee $ -- $ --
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ 3.17 $ 11.46
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period $ 28.43 $ 25.26
===================================================================================================================
Total return* 12.68% 85.71%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 2.10% 2.17%
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets+ (0.02)% 0.19%
Portfolio turnover rate 91% 68%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $119,358 $84,064
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and no reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.10% 2.17%
Net investment income (loss) (0.02)% 0.19%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.10% 2.17%
Net investment income (loss) (0.02)% 0.19%
===================================================================================================================
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Year Year
Ended Ended
11/30/08 11/30/07
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class R
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 37.32 $ 28.52
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) $ 0.16 $ 0.09
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency transactions (23.29) 13.00
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ (23.13) $ 13.09
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ -- $ (0.14)
Net realized gain (0.39) (4.15)
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions $ (0.39) $ (4.29)
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Redemption fee $ -- $ --
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ (23.52) $ 8.80
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period $ 13.80 $ 37.32
===================================================================================================================
Total return* (61.99%) 46.75%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 2.13% 2.06%
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets+ 0.78% (0.26)%
Portfolio turnover rate 54% 45%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $ 25,341 $26,316
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and no reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.13% 2.06%
Net investment income (loss) 0.78% (0.26)%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.13% 2.06%
Net investment income (loss) 0.78% (0.26)%
===================================================================================================================
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Year
Ended
11/30/06
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class R
Net asset value, beginning of period $23.37
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) $ 0.10
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency transactions 8.26
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ 8.36
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $(0.14)
Net realized gain (3.07)
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions $(3.21)
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Redemption fee $ 0.00(a)
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ 5.15
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period $28.52
=======================================================================================================
Total return* 36.30%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 2.52%
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets+ (0.21)%
Portfolio turnover rate 42%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $1,142
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and no reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.26%
Net investment income (loss) (0.06)%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 2.51%
Net investment income (loss) (0.45)%
=======================================================================================================
(a) Amount rounds to less than one cent per share.
* Assumes initial investment at net asset value at the beginning of each
period, reinvestment of all distributions, and the complete redemption of
the investment at net asset value at the end of each period.
+ Ratios with no reduction for fees paid indirectly.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 33
Financial Highlights (continued)
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Year Year
Ended Ended
11/30/10 11/30/09
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class Y
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 28.12 $ 15.35
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income $ 0.17 $ 0.22
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency transactions 3.58 12.90
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ 3.75 $ 13.12
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ (0.14) $ (0.35)
Net realized gain -- --
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total distributions $ (0.14) $ (0.35)
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Redemption fee $ -- $ --
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ 3.61 $ 12.77
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Net asset value, end of period $ 31.73 $ 28.12
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Total return* 13.39% 87.18%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 1.44% 1.42%
Ratio of net investment income to average net assets+ 0.60% 1.03%
Portfolio turnover rate 91% 68%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $99,627 $77,721
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and no reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 1.44% 1.42%
Net investment income 0.60% 1.03%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 1.44% 1.42%
Net investment income 0.60% 1.03%
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Year Year
Ended Ended
11/30/08 11/30/07
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Class Y
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 41.10 $ 30.95
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Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income $ 0.36 $ 0.25
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency transactions (25.72) 14.26
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Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ (25.36) $ 14.51
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ -- $ (0.21)
Net realized gain (0.39) (4.15)
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Total distributions $ (0.39) $ (4.36)
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Redemption fee $ -- $ --
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $(25.75) $ 10.15
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Net asset value, end of period $ 15.35 $ 41.10
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Total return* (61.71%) 47.75%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 1.38% 1.32%
Ratio of net investment income to average net assets+ 1.45% 0.68%
Portfolio turnover rate 54% 45%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $37,445 $70,870
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and no reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 1.38% 1.32%
Net investment income 1.45% 0.68%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 1.38% 1.32%
Net investment income 1.45% 0.68%
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Year
Ended
11/30/06
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Class Y
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 25.04
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Increase (decrease) from investment operations:
Net investment income $ 0.34
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments and foreign currency transactions 8.92
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net increase (decrease) from investment operations $ 9.26
Distributions to shareowners:
Net investment income $ (0.28)
Net realized gain (3.07)
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Total distributions $ (3.35)
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Redemption fee $ 0.00(a)
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value $ 5.91
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Net asset value, end of period $ 30.95
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Total return* 37.60%
Ratio of net expenses to average net assets+ 1.33%
Ratio of net investment income to average net assets+ 1.02%
Portfolio turnover rate 42%
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) $47,573
Ratios with no waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and no reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 1.33%
Net investment income 1.02%
Ratios with waiver of fees and assumption of expenses by the Adviser and reduction for
fees paid indirectly:
Net expenses 1.33%
Net investment income 1.02%
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(a) Amount rounds to less than one cent per share.
* Assumes initial investment at net asset value at the beginning of each
period, reinvestment of all distributions and the complete redemption of the
investment at net asset value at the end of each period.
+ Ratios with no reduction for fees paid indirectly.
34 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
Notes to Financial Statements | 11/30/10
1. Organization and Significant Accounting Policies
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund (the Fund) is a Delaware statutory trust
registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 as a diversified, open-end
management investment company. The investment objective of the Fund is
long-term growth of capital.
The Fund offers five classes of shares designated as Class A, Class B, Class C,
Class R, and Class Y shares. Effective as of the close of business on December
31, 2009, Class B shares are no longer offered to new or existing shareholders,
except that dividends and/or capital gain distributions may continue to be
reinvested in Class B shares, and shareholders may exchange their Class B
shares for Class B shares of other Pioneer funds, as permitted by existing
exchange privileges. Each class of shares represents an interest in the same
portfolio of investments of the Fund and has identical rights (based on
relative net asset values) to assets and liquidation proceeds. Share classes
can bear different rates of class-specific fees and expenses such as transfer
agent and distribution fees. Differences in class-specific fees and expenses
will result in differences in net investment income and, therefore, the payment
of different dividends from net investment income earned by each class. The
Amended and Restated Declaration of Trust of the Fund gives the Board the
flexibility to specify either per-share voting or dollar-weighted voting when
submitting matters for shareholder approval. Under per-share voting, each share
of a class of the Fund is entitled to one vote. Under dollar-weighted voting, a
shareholder's voting power is determined not by the number of shares owned, but
by the dollar value of the shares on the record date. Each share class has
exclusive voting rights with respect to matters affecting only that class,
including with respect to the distribution plan for that class. There is no
distribution plan for Class Y shares. Class B shares convert to Class A shares
approximately eight years after the date of purchase.
The Fund's investments in emerging markets or countries with limited or
developing markets may subject the Fund to a greater degree of risk than
investments in a developed market. Risks associated with these developing
markets include political, social or economic factors and may affect the price
of the Fund's investments and income generated by these investments, as well as
the Fund's ability to repatriate such amounts. At times, the Fund's investments
may represent industries or industry sectors that are interrelated or have
common risks, making the Fund more susceptible to any economic, political or
regulatory developments or other risks affecting those industries and sectors.
The Fund's prospectus contains unaudited information regarding the Fund's
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 35
principal risks. Please refer to that document when considering the Fund's
principal risks.
The Fund's financial statements have been prepared in conformity with U.S.
generally accepted accounting principles that require the management of the
Fund to, among other things, make 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, expenses and gains and losses on investments 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, which are consistent with
those policies generally accepted in the investment company industry:
A. Security Valuation
Security transactions are recorded as of trade date. The net asset value of
the Fund is computed once daily, on each day the New York Stock Exchange
(NYSE) is open, as of the close of regular trading on the NYSE. In computing
the net asset value, securities that have traded on an exchange are valued
using the last sale price on the principal exchange where they are traded.
Securities that have not traded on the date of valuation, or securities for
which sale prices are not available, generally are valued using the mean
between the last bid and asked prices. Securities for which market prices
and/or quotations are not readily available or are considered to be
unreliable are valued using fair value methods pursuant to procedures adopted
by the Board of Trustees.
The Fund invests primarily in securities of non-U.S. issuers. The principal
exchanges and markets for such securities have closing times prior to the
close of the NYSE. However, the value of these securities may be influenced
by changes in global markets occurring after the closing times of the local
exchanges and markets up to the time the Fund determines its net asset value.
Consequently, the Board of Trustees of the Fund has determined that daily
adjustments to the valuation of securities of non-U.S. issuers by utilizing
an independent pricing service that supplies an appropriate fair value factor
is appropriate for the Fund.
The Fund may use fair value methods if it is determined that a significant
event has occurred after the close of the exchange or market on which the
security trades and prior to the determination of the Fund's net asset value.
Thus, the valuation of the Fund's securities may differ from exchange prices.
At November 30, 2010, there were no securities that were valued using fair
value methods (other than securities that were valued using prices supplied
by independent pricing services). Inputs used when applying fair value
methods to value a security may include credit ratings, the financial
36 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
condition of the company, current market conditions and comparable
securities. Short-term fixed income securities with remaining maturities of
sixty days or less generally are valued at amortized cost. Money market
mutual funds are valued at net asset value.
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date, except that certain
dividends from foreign securities where the ex-dividend date may have passed
are recorded as soon as the Fund becomes aware of the ex-dividend data in the
exercise of reasonable diligence. Interest income, including interest on
income-bearing cash accounts, is recorded on the accrual basis. Dividend and
interest income are reported net of unrecoverable foreign taxes withheld at
the applicable country rates.
Gains and losses on sales of investments are calculated on the identified
cost method for both financial reporting and federal income tax purposes.
B. Foreign Currency Translation
The books and records of the Fund are maintained in U.S. dollars. Amounts
denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars using
current exchange rates.
Net realized gains and losses on foreign currency transactions, if any,
represent, among other things, the net realized gains and losses on foreign
currency contracts, disposition of foreign currencies and the difference
between the amount of income accrued and the U.S. dollars actually received.
Further, the effects of changes in foreign currency exchange rates on
investments are not segregated in the Statement of Operations from the
effects of changes in market price of those securities but are included with
the net realized and unrealized gain or loss on investments.
C. Forward Foreign Currency Contracts
The Fund may enter into forward foreign currency contracts (contracts) for
the purchase or sale of a specific foreign currency at a fixed price on a
future date. All contracts are marked to market daily at the applicable
exchange rates, and any resulting unrealized gains or losses are recorded in
the Fund's financial statements. The Fund records realized gains and losses
at the time a portfolio hedge is offset by entry into a closing transaction
or extinguished by delivery of the currency. Risks may arise upon entering
into these contracts from the potential inability of counterparties to meet
the terms of the contract and from unanticipated movements in the value of
foreign currencies relative to the U.S. dollar (see Note 6).
D. Federal Income Taxes
It is the Fund's policy to comply with the requirements of the Internal
Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 37
all of its taxable income and net realized capital gains, if any, to its
share-owners. Therefore, no federal income tax provision is required. Tax
years for the prior three fiscal years remain subject to examination by tax
authorities.
In addition to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code, the Fund may
also be required to pay local taxes on the recognition of capital gains
and/or the repatriation of foreign currencies in certain countries. During
the year ended November 30, 2010, the Fund paid no such taxes.
In determining the daily net asset value, the Fund estimates the reserve for
such taxes, if any, associated with investments in certain countries. The
estimated reserve for the capital gains is based on the net unrealized
appreciation on certain portfolio securities, the holding period of such
securities and the related tax rates, tax loss carryforward (if applicable)
and other such factors. As of November 30, 2010, the Fund had $1,061,815 in
reserve related to capital gains.
The amounts and characterizations of distributions to shareowners for
financial reporting purposes are determined in accordance with federal income
tax rules. Therefore, the sources of the Fund's distributions may be shown in
the accompanying financial statements as from or in excess of net investment
income or as from net realized gain on investment transactions, or as from
paid-in capital, depending on the type of book/tax differences that may
exist.
At November 30, 2010, the Fund has reclassified $282,513 to decrease
undistributed net investment income, $1,909,512 to decrease paid-in capital
and $2,192,025 to decrease accumulated net realized loss on investments and
foreign currency transactions to reflect permanent book/tax differences. The
reclassification has no impact on the net asset value of the Fund and is
designed to present the Fund's capital accounts on a tax basis.
At November 30, 2010, the Fund had a net capital loss carryforward of
$51,090,971, which will expire in 2017 if not utilized.
The Fund has elected to defer approximately $61,166 of currency losses
recognized between November 1, 2010 and November 30, 2010 to its fiscal year
ending November 30, 2011.
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended November 30,
2010 and November 30, 2009 was as follows:
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2010 2009
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions paid from:
Ordinary income $1,110,508 $3,671,076
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total $1,110,508 $3,671,076
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38 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
The following shows the components of distributable earnings on a federal
income tax basis at November 30, 2010:
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2010
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Distributable earnings:
Capital loss carryforward $(51,090,971)
Post-October loss deferred (61,166)
Unrealized appreciation 162,048,356
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total $110,896,219
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The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation is
attributable to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales.
E. Fund Shares
The Fund records sales and repurchases of its shares as of trade date.
Pioneer Funds Distributor, Inc. (PFD), the principal underwriter for the Fund
and a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of UniCredit S.p.A. (UniCredit),
earned $44,922 in underwriting commissions on the sale of Class A shares
during the year ended November 30, 2010.
F. Class Allocations
Income, common expenses and realized and unrealized gains and losses are
calculated at the Fund level and allocated daily to each class of shares
based on its respective percentage of adjusted net assets at the beginning of
the day.
Distribution fees are calculated based on the average daily net asset value
attributable to Class A, Class B, Class C and Class R shares of the Fund,
respectively (see Note 4). Class Y shares do not pay distribution fees. All
expenses and fees paid to the transfer agent, Pioneer Investment Management
Shareholder Services, Inc. (PIMSS), for its services, which are allocated
among the classes of shares based on the number of accounts in each class and
the ratable allocation of related out-of-pocket expenses (see Note 3).
Distributions to shareowners are recorded as of the ex-dividend date.
Distributions paid by the Fund with respect to each class of shares are
calculated in the same manner and at the same time except that net investment
income dividends to Class A, Class B, Class C, Class R and Class Y shares can
reflect different transfer agent and distribution expense rates.
G. Securities Lending
The Fund lends securities in its portfolio to certain broker-dealers or other
institutional investors. When entering into a securities loan transaction,
the
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 39
Fund typically receives cash collateral from the borrower equal to at least
the value of the securities loaned, which is invested in temporary
investments. Credit Suisse AG, New York Branch, as the Fund's securities
lending agent, manages the Fund's securities lending collateral. The income
earned on the investment of collateral is shared with the borrower and the
lending agent in payment of any rebate due to the borrower with respect to
the securities loan, and in compensation for the lending agent's services to
the Fund. The Fund also continues to receive payments in lieu of dividends or
interest on the securities loaned. Gain or loss on the value of the loaned
securities that may occur during the term of the loan will be for the account
of the Fund. The amount of the collateral is required to be adjusted daily to
reflect any price fluctuation in the value of the loaned securities. If the
required market value of the collateral is less than the value of the loaned
securities, the borrower is required to deliver additional collateral for the
account of the Fund prior to the close of business on that day. The Fund has
the right, under the lending agreement, to terminate the loan and recover the
securities from the borrower with prior notice. The Fund is required to
return the cash collateral to the borrower and could suffer a loss if the
value of the collateral, as invested, has declined.
H. Repurchase Agreements
With respect to repurchase agreements entered into by the Fund, the value of
the underlying securities (collateral), including accrued interest, is
required to be equal to or in excess of the repurchase price. The collateral
for all repurchase agreements is held in safekeeping in the customer-only
account of the Fund's custodian or a subcustodian of the Fund. The Fund's
investment adviser, Pioneer Investment Management, Inc. (PIM), is responsible
for determining that the value of the collateral remains at least equal to
the repurchase price.
2. Management Agreement
PIM, a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of UniCredit, manages the Fund's
portfolio. Management fees are calculated daily at an annual rate of 1.15% of
the Fund's average daily net assets up to $1 billion, and 1.10% of the Fund's
average daily net assets over $1 billion. Prior to January 1, 2010, the Fund
paid management fees calculated daily at an annual rate of 1.15% of the Fund's
average daily net assets. For the year ended November 30, 2010, the effective
management fee was 1.15% of the Fund's average daily net assets.
PIM has contractually agreed to limit ordinary operating expenses to the extent
required to reduce Fund expenses to 1.95%, 2.85%, 2.85% and 2.20% of the
average daily net assets attributable to Class A, Class B, Class C and Class R
shares, respectively. Expenses waived during the year ended November 30, 2010
are reflected on the Statement of Operations. Class Y shares do not have an
expense limitation. These expense limitations are in effect through April 1,
40 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
2012. There can be no assurance that PIM will extend the expense limitation
agreement for a class of shares beyond the dates referred to above.
In addition, under the management and administration agreements, certain other
services and costs, including accounting, regulatory reporting and insurance
premiums, are paid by the Fund as administrative reimbursements. Included in
"Due to affiliates" reflected on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities is
$20,693 in management fees, administrative costs and certain other
reimbursements payable to PIM at November 30, 2010.
3. Transfer Agent
PIMSS, a wholly-owned indirect subsidiary of UniCredit, provides substantially
all transfer agent and shareowner services to the Fund at negotiated rates.
In addition, the Fund reimburses PIMSS for out-of-pocket expenses incurred by
PIMSS related to shareholder communications activities such as proxy and
statement mailings, outgoing phone calls and omnibus relationship contracts.
For the year ended November 30, 2010, such out of pocket expenses by class of
shares were as follows:
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Shareholder Communications:
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class A $519,642
Class B 35,426
Class C 102,928
Class R 181,345
Class Y 75,215
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Total $914,556
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Included in "Due to affiliates" reflected on the Statement of Assets and
Liabilities is $139,067 in transfer agent fees and out-of-pocket reimbursements
payable to PIMSS at November 30, 2010.
4. Distribution and Service Plans
The Fund has adopted a Distribution Plan pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the
Investment Company Act of 1940 with respect to its Class A, Class B, Class C
and Class R shares. Pursuant to the Plan, the Fund pays PFD 0.25% of the
average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares as compensation for
personal services and/or account maintenance services or distribution services
with regard to Class A shares. Pursuant to the Plan, the Fund also pays PFD
1.00% of the average daily net assets attributable to Class B and Class C
shares. The fee for Class B and Class C shares consists of a 0.25% service fee
and a 0.75% distribution fee paid as compensation for personal services and/or
account maintenance services or distribution services with regard to Class B
and Class C shares. Pursuant to the Plan, the Fund further pays PFD 0.50% of
the average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares for distribution
services.
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 41
Included in "Due to affiliates" reflected on the Statement of Assets and
Liabilities is $6,174 in distribution fees payable to PFD at November 30, 2010.
The Fund also has adopted a separate service plan for Class R shares (Service
Plan). The Service Plan authorizes the Fund to pay securities dealers, plan
administrators or other service organizations that agree to provide certain
services to retirement plans or plan participants holding shares of the Fund a
service fee of up to 0.25% of the Fund's average daily net assets attributable
to Class R shares held by such plans.
In addition, redemptions of each class of shares (except Class R and Class Y
shares) may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC). A CDSC of
1.00% may be imposed on redemptions of certain net asset value purchases of
Class A shares within 18 months of purchase (within 12 months for purchases
made on or after April 1, 2009). Class B shares that are redeemed within five
years of purchase are subject to a CDSC at declining rates beginning at 4.00%,
based on the lower of cost or market value of shares being redeemed.
Redemptions of Class C shares within one year of purchase are subject to a CDSC
of 1.00%, based on the lower of cost or market value of shares being redeemed.
Shares purchased as part of an exchange remain subject to any CDSC that applied
to the original purchase of those shares. There is no CDSC for Class R or Class
Y shares. Proceeds from the CDSCs are paid to PFD. For the year ended November
30, 2010, CDSCs in the amount of $41,768 were paid to PFD.
5. Expense Offset Arrangements
The Fund has entered into certain expense offset arrangements with PIMSS
resulting in a reduction in the Fund's total expenses, due to interest earned
on cash held by PIMSS. For the year ended November 30, 2010, the Fund's
expenses were not reduced under such arrangements.
6. Forward Foreign Currency Contracts
At November 30, 2010, the Fund had entered into various forward foreign
currency contracts that obligate the Fund to deliver or take delivery of
currencies at specified future maturity dates. Alternatively, prior to the
settlement date of a forward foreign currency contract, the Fund may close out
such contract by entering into an offsetting hedge contract. At November 30,
2010, the Fund had no outstanding portfolio hedges. At November 30, 2010, the
Fund's gross forward currency settlement contracts receivable and payable were
$292,319 and $292,319, respectively. The average value of contracts open during
the year ended November 30, 2010 was $3,406,748.
42 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
7. Line of Credit Facility
The Fund, along with certain other funds in the Pioneer Family of Funds (the
Funds), participates in a $165 million committed, unsecured revolving line of
credit facility. Borrowings are used solely for temporary or emergency
purposes. The Fund may borrow up to the lesser of the amount available under
the facility or the limits set for borrowing by the Fund's prospectus and the
1940 Act. Interest on borrowings is payable at the higher of the London
Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) on the borrowing date plus 1.25% on an
annualized basis or the Federal Funds Rate on the borrowing date plus 1.25% on
an annualized basis. The Funds pay an annual commitment fee for this facility.
The commitment fee is allocated among participating Funds based on an
allocation schedule set forth in the credit agreement.
For the year ended November 30, 2010, the average daily amount of borrowings
outstanding during the period was $235,844. The related weighted average
annualized interest rate for the period was 1.50%, and the total interest
expense on such borrowing was $4,319. At November 30, 2010, the Fund had no
borrowings under this agreement.
8. Additional Disclosures about Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities
The effect of derivative instruments on the Statement of Operations for the
year ended November 30, 2010 was as follows:
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Change in
Realized Unrealized
Loss on Gain on
Location of Gain or (Loss) Derivatives Derivatives
On Derivatives Recognized Recognized in Recognized in
Derivatives in Income Income Income
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign Exchange Net realized loss on forward $(335,118)
Contracts foreign currency contracts and
other assets and liabilities
denominated in foreign currencies
Foreign Exchange Change in unrealized gain $53,210
Contracts on forward foreign currency
contracts and other assets and
liabilities denominated in foreign
currencies
9. Subsequent Events
In preparing these financial statements, PIM has evaluated the impact of all
events and transactions for potential recognition or disclosure and has
determined that there were no subsequent events requiring recognition or
disclosure in the financial statements.
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 43
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Board of Trustees and Shareowners of
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund:
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities of Pioneer
Emerging Markets Fund (the "Fund"), including the schedule of investments, as
of November 30, 2010, and the related statement of operations for the year then
ended, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the
period then ended, and the financial highlights for each of the five years in
the period then ended. These financial statements and financial highlights are
the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express
an opinion on these financial statements and financial highlights based on our
audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company
Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we
plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the
financial statements and financial highlights are free of material
misstatement. We were not engaged to perform an audit of the Fund's internal
control over financial reporting. Our audits included consideration of internal
control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that
are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an
opinion on the effectiveness of the Fund's internal control over financial
reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes
examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in
the financial statements and financial highlights, assessing the accounting
principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating
the overall financial statement presentation. Our procedures included
confirmation of securities owned as of November 30, 2010, by correspondence
with the custodian and brokers or by other appropriate auditing procedures
where replies were not received. We believe that our audits provide a
reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the financial statements and financial highlights referred to
above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund at November 30, 2010, the results of its
operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of
the two years in the period then ended, and financial highlights for each of
the five years in the period then ended, in conformity with U.S. generally
accepted accounting principles.
/s/ Ernst & Young LLP
Boston, Massachusetts
January 26, 2011
44 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
Approval of Investment Advisory Agreement (unaudited)
Pioneer Investment Management, Inc. (PIM) serves as the investment adviser to
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund (the Fund) pursuant to an investment advisory
agreement between PIM and the Fund. In order for PIM to remain the investment
adviser of the Fund, the Trustees of the Fund must determine annually whether
to renew the investment advisory agreement for the Fund.
The contract review process began in March 2010 as the Trustees of the Fund
agreed on, among other things, an overall approach and timeline for the
process. In July 2010, the Trustees approved the format of the contract review
materials and submitted their formal request to PIM to furnish information
necessary to evaluate the terms of the investment advisory agreement. The
contract review materials were provided to the Trustees in September 2010.
After reviewing and discussing the materials, the Trustees submitted a request
for additional information to PIM, and materials were provided in response to
this request. Meetings of the independent Trustees of the Fund were held in
July, September, October, and November, 2010 to review and discuss the contract
review materials. In addition, the Trustees took into account the information
related to the Fund provided to the Trustees at each regularly scheduled
meeting.
At a meeting held on November 16, 2010, based on their evaluation of the
information provided by PIM and third parties, the Trustees of the Fund,
including the independent Trustees voting separately, unanimously approved the
renewal of the investment advisory agreement for another year. In considering
the renewal of the investment advisory agreement, the Trustees considered
various factors that they determined were relevant, including the factors
described below. The Trustees did not identify any single factor as the
controlling factor in determining to approve the renewal of the agreement.
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services
The Trustees considered the nature, extent and quality of the services that had
been provided by PIM to the Fund, taking into account the investment objective
and strategy of the Fund. The Trustees reviewed the terms of the investment
advisory agreement. The Trustees also reviewed PIM's investment approach for
the Fund, its research process and its process for trade execution. The
Trustees considered the resources of PIM and the personnel of PIM who provide
investment management services to the Fund. The Trustees considered the
non-investment resources and personnel of PIM involved in PIM's services to the
Fund, including PIM's compliance and legal resources and personnel. In
addition, the Trustees considered the arrangements put in place to retain key
investment and other personnel. The Trustees also considered the substantial
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 45
attention and high priority given by PIM's senior management to the Pioneer
fund complex.
The Trustees considered that PIM supervises and monitors the performance of the
Fund's service providers and provides the Fund with personnel (including Fund
officers) and other resources that are necessary for the Fund's business
management and operations. The Trustees also considered that, as administrator,
PIM is responsible for the administration of the Fund's business and other
affairs. The Trustees considered the fees paid to PIM for the provision of
administration services.
Based on these considerations, the Trustees concluded that the nature, extent
and quality of services that had been provided by PIM to the Fund were
satisfactory and consistent with the terms of the investment advisory
agreement.
Performance of the Fund
The Trustees considered the performance results of the Fund over various time
periods. They reviewed information comparing the Fund's performance with the
performance of its peer group of funds as classified by Morningstar, Inc.
(Morningstar), an independent provider of investment company data, and with the
performance of the Fund's benchmark index. The Trustees considered that the
Fund's annualized total return was in the fourth quintile of its Morningstar
category for the one and ten year periods ended June 30, 2010, in the fifth
quintile of its Morningstar category for the three year period ended June 30,
2010, and in the third quintile of its Morningstar category for the five year
period ended June 30, 2010. (In all quintile rankings referred to throughout
this disclosure, first quintile is most favorable to the Fund's shareowners.
Thus, highest relative performance would be first quintile and lowest relative
expenses would also be first quintile.) The Trustees discussed the reasons for
the Fund's underperformance with PIM in view of the Fund's investment approach
and the market conditions present during the relevant periods. The Trustees
agreed that they would continue to monitor the performance of the Fund closely.
Management Fee and Expenses
The Trustees considered information showing the fees and expenses of the Fund
in comparison to the management fees of its peer group of funds as classified
by Morningstar and the expense ratios of a peer group of funds selected on the
basis of criteria determined by the independent Trustees for this purpose using
data provided by Strategic Insight Mutual Trust Research and Consulting, LLC
(Strategic Insight), an independent third party.
The Trustees considered that the Fund's management fee for the twelve months
ended June 30, 2010 was in the third quintile relative to the management fees
paid by other funds in its Morningstar peer group for the comparable period.
The Trustees also considered the breakpoint in the management fee schedule and
the reduced fee rate on assets over $1 billion. The Trustees considered that
46 Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10
the Fund's expense ratio for the twelve months ended June 30, 2010 was in the
fifth quintile relative to its Strategic Insight peer group for the comparable
period. The Trustees also considered the impact of the Fund's transfer agency
and other non-management fee expenses on the Fund's expense ratio. The Trustees
considered the contractual expense limitation agreed to by PIM with respect to
the Fund.
The Trustees also reviewed management fees charged by PIM to its institutional
and other clients. In evaluating the fees associated with PIM's client
accounts, the Trustees took into account the respective demands, resources and
complexity associated with the Fund and client accounts. The Trustees noted
that in some instances the fee rates for those clients were lower than the
management fee for the Fund and considered that, under the investment advisory
agreement with the Fund, PIM performs additional services for the Fund that it
does not provide to those other clients or services that are broader in scope,
including oversight of the Fund's other service providers and activities
related to compliance and the extensive regulatory and tax regimes to which the
Fund is subject. The Trustees concluded that the management fee payable by the
Fund to PIM was reasonable in relation to the nature and quality of the
services provided by PIM.
Profitability
The Trustees considered information provided by PIM regarding the profitability
of PIM with respect to the advisory services provided by PIM to the Fund,
including the methodology used by PIM in allocating certain of its costs to the
management of the Fund. The Trustees also considered PIM's profit margin in
connection with the overall operation of the Fund. They further reviewed the
financial results realized by PIM and its affiliates from non-fund businesses.
The Trustees considered PIM's profit margins with respect to the Fund in
comparison to the limited industry data available and noted that the
profitability of any adviser was affected by numerous factors, including its
organizational structure and method for allocating expenses. The Trustees
concluded that PIM's profitability with respect to the management of the Fund
was not unreasonable.
Economies of Scale
The Trustees considered PIM's views relating to economies of scale in
connection with the Pioneer Funds as fund assets grow and the extent to which
any such economies of scale are shared with funds and fund shareholders. The
Trustees recognize that economies of scale are difficult to identify and
quantify and that, among other factors that may be relevant, are the following:
fee levels, expense subsidization, investment by PIM in research and analytical
capabilities and PIM's commitment and resource allocation to the Funds. The
Trustees noted that profitability also may be an indicator of the availability
of any economies of scale, although profitability may vary for other reasons
particularly, for example during recent difficult periods for financial
markets, as the
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level of services was maintained notwithstanding a significant decline in PIM's
fee revenues from the Funds. Accordingly, the Trustees concluded that economies
of scale, if any, were being appropriately shared with the Fund.
Other Benefits
The Trustees considered the other benefits to PIM from its relationship with
the Fund. The Trustees considered the character and amount of fees paid by the
Fund, other than under the investment advisory agreement, for services provided
by PIM and its affiliates. The Trustees further considered the revenues and
profitability of PIM's businesses other than the fund business. The Trustees
also considered the benefits to the Fund and to PIM and its affiliates from the
use of "soft" commission dollars generated by the Fund to pay for research and
brokerage services. The Trustees considered the intangible benefits to PIM by
virtue of its relationship with the Fund and the other Pioneer funds. The
Trustees concluded that the receipt of these benefits was reasonable in the
context of the overall relationship between PIM and the Fund.
Conclusion
After consideration of the factors described above as well as other factors,
the Trustees, including all of the independent Trustees, concluded that the
investment advisory agreement between PIM and the Fund, including the fees
payable thereunder, was fair and reasonable and voted to approve the proposed
renewal of the investment advisory agreement for the Fund.
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Trustees, Officers and Service Providers
Investment Adviser
Pioneer Investment Management, Inc.
Custodian
Brown Brothers Harriman & Co.
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Ernst & Young LLP
Principal Underwriter
Pioneer Funds Distributor, Inc.
Legal Counsel
Bingham McCutchen LLP
Shareowner Services and Transfer Agent
Pioneer Investment Management Shareholder Services, Inc.
Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures of the Fund are available without charge,
upon request, by calling our toll free number (1-800-225-6292). Information
regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during
the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is publicly available to
shareowners at www.pioneerinvestments.com. This information is also available
on the Securities and Exchange Commission's web site at http://www.sec.gov.
Trustees and Officers
The Fund's Trustees and officers are listed below, together with their
principal occupations during at least the past five years. Trustees who are
interested persons of the Fund within the meaning of the 1940 Act are referred
to as Interested Trustees. Trustees who are not interested persons of the Fund
are referred to as Independent Trustees. Each of the Trustees, except Mr. West,
serves as a trustee of each of the 56 U.S. registered investment portfolios for
which Pioneer serves as investment adviser (the "Pioneer Funds"). Mr. West
serves as a trustee of 44 U.S. registered investment portfolios for which
Pioneer serves as investment adviser. The address for all Trustees and all
officers of the Fund is 60 State Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02109.
The Statement of Additional Information of the Fund includes additional
information about the Trustees and is available, without charge, upon request,
by calling 1-800-225-6292.
Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund | Annual Report | 11/30/10 49
Interested Trustees
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Position Held Length of Service
Name and Age with the Fund and Term of Office
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John F. Cogan, Jr. (84)* Chairman of the Board, Trustee since 1994.
Trustee and President Serves until a successor
trustee is elected or
earlier retirement or
removal.
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Daniel K. Kingsbury (52)* Trustee and Executive Trustee since 2007.
Vice President Serves until a successor
trustee is elected or
earlier retirement or
removal.
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Other Directorships
Name and Age Principal Occupation Held by this Trustee
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John F. Cogan, Jr. (84)* Non-Executive Chairman and a director of Pioneer Investment None
Management USA Inc. ("PIM-USA"); Chairman and a director of
Pioneer; Chairman and Director of Pioneer Institutional Asset
Management, Inc. (since 2006); Director of Pioneer Alternative
Investment Management Limited (Dublin); President and a director
of Pioneer Alternative Investment Management (Bermuda) Limited
and affiliated funds; Deputy Chairman and a director of Pioneer
Global Asset Management S.p.A. ("PGAM") (until April 2010);
Director of PIOGLOBAL Real Estate Investment Fund (Russia) (until
June 2006); Director of Nano-C, Inc. (since 2003); Director of
Cole Management Inc. (since 2004); Director of Fiduciary
Counseling, Inc.; President and Director of Pioneer Funds
Distributor, Inc. ("PFD") (until May 2006); President of all of the
Pioneer Funds; and Of Counsel, Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and
Dorr LLP
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Daniel K. Kingsbury (52)* Director, CEO and President of PIM-USA (since February 2007); None
Director and President of Pioneer and Pioneer Institutional Asset
Management, Inc. (since February 2007); Executive Vice President
of all of the Pioneer Funds (since March 2007); Director of PGAM
(2007 - 2010); Head of New Europe Division, PGAM (2000 - 2005);
and Head of New Markets Division, PGAM (2005 - 2007)
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* Mr. Cogan and Mr. Kingsbury are Interested Trustees because they are officers
or directors of the Fund's investment adviser and certain of its affiliates.
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Independent Trustees
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Position Held Length of Service
Name and Age with the Fund and Term of Office
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David R. Bock (67) Trustee Trustee since 2005.
Serves until a successor
trustee is elected or
earlier retirement or
removal.
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Mary K. Bush (62) Trustee Trustee since 1997.
Serves until a successor
trustee is elected or
earlier retirement or
removal.
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Other Directorships
Name and Age Principal Occupation Held by this Trustee
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David R. Bock (67) Interim Chief Executive Officer, Oxford Analytica, Inc. (privately Director of Enterprise
held research and consulting company) (2010 - present); Managing Community Investment, Inc.
Partner, Federal City Capital Advisors (corporate advisory (privately held affordable
services company) (1997 - 2004 and 2008 - present); Executive housing finance company)
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, I-trax, Inc. (1985 - present); Director
(publicly traded health care services company) (2004 - 2007); of Oxford Analytica, Inc.
and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, (2008 - present); Director
Pedestal Inc. (internet-based mortgage trading company) of The Swiss Helvetia Fund,
(2000 - 2002) Inc. (closed-end fund) (2010 -
present); and Director of
New York Mortgage Trust
(publicly traded mortgage
REIT) (2004 - 2009)
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Mary K. Bush (62) President, Bush International, LLC (international financial Director of Marriott
advisory firm) (1991 - present); Managing Director, Federal International, Inc. (2008 -
Housing Finance Board (oversight of Federal Home Loan Bank present); Director of
system) (1989 - 1991); Vice President and Head of International Discover Financial Services
Finance, Federal National Mortgage Association (1988 - 1989); (credit card issuer and
U.S. Alternate Executive Director, International Monetary Fund electronic payment services)
(1984 - 1988); Executive Assistant to Deputy Secretary of the (2007 - present); Former
U.S. Treasury, U.S. Treasury Department (1982 - 1984); and Director of Briggs & Stratton
Vice President and Team Leader in Corporate Banking, Bankers Co. (engine manufacturer)
Trust Co. (1976 - 1982) (2004 - 2009); Director of
UAL Corporation (airline
holding company) (2006 -
present); Director of ManTech
International Corporation
(national security,
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Independent Trustees (continued)
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Position Held Length of Service
Name and Age with the Fund and Term of Office
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Mary K. Bush (continued)
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Benjamin M. Friedman (66) Trustee Trustee since 2008.
Serves until a successor
trustee is elected or
earlier retirement or
removal.
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Other Directorships
Name and Age Principal Occupation Held by this Trustee
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Mary K. Bush (continued) defense, and intelligence
technology firm) (2006 -
present); Member, Board of
Governors, Investment Company
Institute (2007 - present);
Former Director of Brady
Corporation (2000 - 2007);
Former Director of Mortgage
Guaranty Insurance Corporation
(1991 - 2006); Former Director
of Millennium Chemicals, Inc.
(commodity chemicals) (2002 -
2005); Former Director,
R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Holdings,
Inc. (tobacco) (1999 - 2005);
and Former Director of Texaco,
Inc. (1997 - 2001)
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Benjamin M. Friedman (66) William Joseph Maier Professor of Political Economy, Harvard Trustee, Mellon Institutional
University (1972 - present) Funds Investment Trust and
Mellon Institutional Funds
Master Portfolio (oversaw
17 portfolios in fund complex)
(1989 - 2008)
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Position Held Length of Service
Name and Age with the Fund and Term of Office
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Margaret B.W. Graham (63) Trustee Trustee since 1994.
Serves until a successor
trustee is elected or
earlier retirement or
removal.
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Thomas J. Perna (60) Trustee Trustee since 2006.
Serves until a successor
trustee is elected or
earlier retirement or
removal.
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Marguerite A. Piret (62) Trustee Trustee since 1994.
Serves until a successor
trustee is elected or
earlier retirement or
removal.
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Stephen K. West (82) Trustee Trustee since 1994.
Serves until a successor
trustee is elected or
earlier retirement or
removal.
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Other Directorships
Name and Age Principal Occupation Held by this Trustee
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Margaret B.W. Graham (63) Founding Director, Vice President and Corporate Secretary, The None
Winthrop Group, Inc. (consulting firm) (1982 - present);
Desautels Faculty of Management, McGill University (1999 -
present); and Manager of Research Operations and Organizational
Learning, Xerox PARC, Xerox's Advance Research Center (1990 - 1994)
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Thomas J. Perna (60) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Quadriserv, Inc. Director, Broadridge Financial
(technology products for securities lending industry) Solutions, Inc. (investor
(2008 - present); Private investor (2004 - 2008); and communications and securities
Senior Executive Vice President, The Bank of New York processing provider for
(financial and securities services) (1986 - 2004) financial services industry)
(2009 - present); and
Director, Quadriserv, Inc.
(2005 - present)
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Marguerite A. Piret (62) President and Chief Executive Officer, Newbury, Piret & Company, Director of New America
Inc. (investment banking firm) (1981 - present) High Income Fund, Inc.
(closed-end investment
company) (2004 - present);
and Member, Board of Governors,
Investment Company Institute
(2000 - 2006)
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Stephen K. West (82) Senior Counsel, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP (law firm) (1998 - Director, The Swiss Helvetia
present); and Partner, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP (prior to 1998) Fund, Inc. (closed-end
investment company); and
Director, AMVESCAP, PLC
(investment manager)
(1997 - 2005)
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Fund Officers
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Position Held Length of Service
Name and Age with the Fund and Term of Office
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Christopher J. Kelley (46) Secretary Since 2010. Serves at
the discretion of the
Board.
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Carol B. Hannigan (49) Assistant Secretary Since 2010. Serves at
the discretion of the
Board.
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Thomas Reyes (48) Assistant Secretary Since 2010. Serves at
the discretion of the
Board.
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Mark E. Bradley (51) Treasurer Since 2008. Serves at
the discretion of the
Board.
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Luis I. Presutti (45) Assistant Treasurer Since 2000. Serves at
the discretion of the
Board.
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Gary Sullivan (52) Assistant Treasurer Since 2002. Serves at
the discretion of the
Board.
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Other Directorships
Name and Age Principal Occupation Held by this Officer
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Christopher J. Kelley (46) Vice President and Associate General Counsel of Pioneer since None
January 2008 and Secretary of all of the Pioneer Funds since
June 2010; Assistant Secretary of all of the Pioneer Funds from
September 2003 to May 2010; and Vice President and Senior
Counsel of Pioneer from July 2002 to December 2007
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Carol B. Hannigan (49) Fund Governance Director of Pioneer since December 2006 and None
Assistant Secretary of all the Pioneer Funds since June 2010;
Manager -- Fund Governance of Pioneer from December 2003 to
November 2006; and Senior Paralegal of Pioneer from January
2000 to November 2003
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Thomas Reyes (48) Counsel of Pioneer since June 2007 and Assistant Secretary of None
all the Pioneer Funds since June 2010; and Vice President and
Counsel at State Street Bank from October 2004 to June 2007
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Mark E. Bradley (51) Vice President -- Fund Accounting, Administration and None
Controllership Services of Pioneer; and Treasurer of all of
the Pioneer Funds since March 2008; Deputy Treasurer of
Pioneer from March 2004 to February 2008; Assistant Treasurer
of all of the Pioneer Funds from March 2004 to February 2008;
and Treasurer and Senior Vice President, CDC IXIS Asset
Management Services, from 2002 to 2003
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Luis I. Presutti (45) Assistant Vice President -- Fund Accounting, Administration and None
Controllership Services of Pioneer; and Assistant Treasurer of
all of the Pioneer Funds
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Gary Sullivan (52) Fund Accounting Manager -- Fund Accounting, Administration None
and Controllership Services of Pioneer; and Assistant Treasurer
of all of the Pioneer Funds
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Position Held Length of Service
Name and Age with the Fund and Term of Office
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David F. Johnson (31) Assistant Treasurer Since 2009. Serves at
the discretion of the
Board.
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Jean M. Bradley (58) Chief Compliance Since 2010. Serves at
Officer the discretion of the
Board.
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Other Directorships
Name and Age Principal Occupation Held by this Officer
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David F. Johnson (31) Fund Administration Manager -- Fund Accounting, Administration None
and Controllership Services since November 2008; Assistant
Treasurer of all of the Pioneer Funds since January 2009; and
Client Service Manager -- Institutional Investor Services at State
Street Bank from March 2003 to March 2007
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Jean M. Bradley (58) Chief Compliance Officer of Pioneer and of all the Pioneer Funds None
since March 2010; Director of Adviser and Portfolio Compliance
at Pioneer since October 2005; and Senior Compliance Officer
for Columbia Management Advisers, Inc. from October 2003 to
October 2005
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How to Contact Pioneer
We are pleased to offer a variety of convenient ways for you to contact us for
assistance or information.
Call us for:
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Account Information, including existing accounts,
new accounts, prospectuses, applications
and service forms 1-800-225-6292
FactFone(SM) for automated fund yields, prices,
account information and transactions 1-800-225-4321
Retirement plans information 1-800-622-0176
Write to us:
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PIMSS, Inc.
P.O. Box 55014
Boston, Massachusetts 02205-5014
Our toll-free fax 1-800-225-4240
Our internet e-mail address ask.pioneer@pioneerinvestments.com
(for general questions about Pioneer only)
Visit our web site: www.pioneerinvestments.com
This report must be preceded or accompanied by a prospectus.
The Fund files a complete statement of investments with the Securities and
Exchange Commission for the first and third quarters for each fiscal year on
Form N-Q. Shareholders may view the filed Form N-Q by visiting the Commission's
web site at http://www.sec.gov. The filed form may also be viewed and copied at
the Commission's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. Information regarding
the operations of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling
1-800-SEC-0330.
ITEM 2. CODE OF ETHICS.
(a) Disclose whether, as of the end of the period covered by the report, the
registrant has adopted a code of ethics that applies to the registrant's
principal executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting
officer or controller, or persons performing similar functions, regardless of
whether these individuals are employed by the registrant or a third party. If
the registrant has not adopted such a code of ethics, explain why it has not
done so.
The registrant has adopted, as of the end of the period covered by this report,
a code of ethics that applies to the registrant's principal executive officer,
principal financial officer, principal accounting officer and controller.
(b) For purposes of this Item, the term "code of ethics" means written standards
that are reasonably designed to deter wrongdoing and to promote:
(1) Honest and ethical conduct, including the ethical handling of actual
or apparent conflicts of interest between personal and professional
relationships;
(2) Full, fair, accurate, timely, and understandable disclosure in
reports and documents that a registrant files with, or submits to, the
Commission and in other public communications made by the registrant;
(3) Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and
regulations;
(4) The prompt internal reporting of violations of the code to an
appropriate person or persons identified in the code; and
(5) Accountability for adherence to the code.
(c) The registrant must briefly describe the nature of any amendment, during the
period covered by the report, to a provision of its code of ethics that applies
to the registrant's principal executive officer, principal financial officer,
principal accounting officer or controller, or persons performing similar
functions, regardless of whether these individuals are employed by the
registrant or a third party, and that relates to any element of the code of
ethics definition enumerated in paragraph (b) of this Item. The registrant must
file a copy of any such amendment as an exhibit pursuant to Item 10(a), unless
the registrant has elected to satisfy paragraph (f) of this Item by posting its
code of ethics on its website pursuant to paragraph (f)(2) of this Item, or by
undertaking to provide its code of ethics to any person without charge, upon
request, pursuant to paragraph (f)(3) of this Item.
The registrant has made no amendments to the code of ethics during the period
covered by this report.
(d) If the registrant has, during the period covered by the report, granted a
waiver, including an implicit waiver, from a provision of the code of ethics to
the registrant's principal executive officer, principal financial officer,
principal accounting officer or controller, or persons performing similar
functions, regardless of whether these individuals are employed by the
registrant or a third party, that relates to one or more of the items set forth
in paragraph (b) of this Item, the registrant must briefly describe the nature
of the waiver, the name of the person to whom the waiver was granted, and the
date of the waiver.
Not applicable.
(e) If the registrant intends to satisfy the disclosure requirement under
paragraph (c) or (d) of this Item regarding an amendment to, or a waiver from,
a provision of its code of ethics that applies to the registrant's principal
executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer or
controller, or persons performing similar functions and that relates to any
element of the code of ethics definition enumerated in paragraph (b) of this
Item by posting such information on its Internet website, disclose the
registrant's Internet address and such intention.
Not applicable.
(f) The registrant must:
(1) File with the Commission, pursuant to Item 10(a), a copy of its code
of ethics that applies to the registrant's principal executive officer,
principal financial officer, principal accounting officer or controller,
or persons performing similar functions, as an exhibit to its annual
report on this Form N-CSR;
(2) Post the text of such code of ethics on its Internet website and
disclose, in its most recent report on this Form N-CSR, its Internet
address and the fact that it has posted such code of ethics on its
Internet website; or
(3) Undertake in its most recent report on this Form N-CSR to provide to
any person without charge, upon request, a copy of such code of ethics
and explain the manner in which such request may be made.
See Item 10(2)
ITEM 3. AUDIT COMMITTEE FINANCIAL EXPERT.
(a) (1) Disclose that the registrant's board of trustees has determined that
the registrant either:
(i) Has at least one audit committee financial expert serving on its audit
committee; or
(ii) Does not have an audit committee financial expert serving on its audit
committee.
The registrant's Board of Trustees has determined that the registrant has at
least one audit committee financial expert.
(2) If the registrant provides the disclosure required by paragraph
(a)(1)(i) of this Item, it must disclose the name of the audit committee
financial expert and whether that person is "independent." In order to be
considered "independent" for purposes of this Item, a member of an audit
committee may not, other than in his or her capacity as a member of the audit
committee, the board of trustees, or any other board committee:
(i) Accept directly or indirectly any consulting, advisory, or other
compensatory fee from the issuer; or
(ii) Be an "interested person" of the investment company as defined in
Section 2(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 80a-2(a)(19)).
Ms. Marguerite A. Piret, an independent trustee, is such an audit committee
financial expert.
(3) If the registrant provides the disclosure required by paragraph (a)(1)
(ii) of this Item, it must explain why it does not have an audit committee
financial expert.
Not applicable.
ITEM 4. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES.
(a) Disclose, under the caption AUDIT FEES, the aggregate fees billed for each
of the last two fiscal years for professional services rendered by the principal
accountant for the audit of the registrant's annual financial statements or
services that are normally provided by the accountant in connection with
statutory and regulatory filings or engagements for those fiscal years.
Audit Fees
Fees for audit services provided to the Fund, including
fees associated with the filings of its Form N-1A, totaled
approximately $40,886 in 2010 and approximately
$40,400 in 2009.
(b) Disclose, under the caption AUDIT-RELATED FEES, the aggregate fees billed in
each of the last two fiscal years for assurance and related services by the
principal accountant that are reasonably related to the performance of the audit
of the registrant's financial statements and are not reported under
paragraph (a) of this Item. Registrants shall describe the nature of the
services comprising the fees disclosed under this category.
Audit-Related Fees
There were no fees for audit-related services
provided to the Fund during the fiscal years ended
November 30, 2010 and 2009
(c) Disclose, under the caption TAX FEES, the aggregate fees billed in each of
the last two fiscal years for professional services rendered by the principal
accountant for tax compliance, tax advice, and tax planning. Registrants shall
describe the nature of the services comprising the fees disclosed under this
category.
Tax Fees
Fees for tax compliance services, primarily for tax
returns, totaled $8,290 in 2010 and $8,290 in 2009.
(d) Disclose, under the caption ALL OTHER FEES, the aggregate fees billed in
each of the last two fiscal years for products and services provided by the
principal accountant, other than the services reported in paragraphs (a) through
(c) of this Item. Registrants shall describe the nature of the services
comprising the fees disclosed under this category.
Other Fees
There were no fees for other services
provided to the Fund during the fiscal years ended
November 30, 2010 and 2009
(e) (1) Disclose the audit committee's pre-approval policies and procedures
described in paragraph (c)(7) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X.
PIONEER FUNDS
APPROVAL OF AUDIT, AUDIT-RELATED, TAX AND OTHER SERVICES
PROVIDED BY THE INDEPENDENT AUDITOR
SECTION I - POLICY PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY
The Pioneer Funds recognize the importance of maintaining the independence of
their outside auditors. Maintaining independence is a shared responsibility
involving Pioneer Investment Management, Inc ("PIM"), the audit committee and
the independent auditors.
The Funds recognize that a Fund's independent auditors: 1) possess knowledge of
the Funds, 2) are able to incorporate certain services into the scope of the
audit, thereby avoiding redundant work, cost and disruption of Fund personnel
and processes, and 3) have expertise that has value to the Funds. As a result,
there are situations where it is desirable to use the Fund's independent
auditors for services in addition to the annual audit and where the potential
for conflicts of interests are minimal. Consequently, this policy, which is
intended to comply with Rule 210.2-01(C)(7), sets forth guidelines and
procedures to be followed by the Funds when retaining the independent audit firm
to perform audit, audit-related tax and other services under those
circumstances, while also maintaining independence.
Approval of a service in accordance with this policy for a Fund shall also
constitute approval for any other Fund whose pre-approval is required pursuant
to Rule 210.2-01(c)(7)(ii).
In addition to the procedures set forth in this policy, any non-audit services
that may be provided consistently with Rule 210.2-01 may be approved by the
Audit Committee itself and any pre-approval that may be waived in accordance
with Rule 210.2-01(c)(7)(i)(C) is hereby waived.
Selection of a Fund's independent auditors and their compensation shall be
determined by the Audit Committee and shall not be subject to this policy.
SECTION II - POLICY
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SERVICE SERVICE CATEGORY DESCRIPTION SPECIFIC PRE-APPROVED SERVICE SUBCATEGORIES
CATEGORY
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I. AUDIT Services that are directly o Accounting research assistance
SERVICES related to performing the o SEC consultation, registration
independent audit of the Funds statements, and reporting
o Tax accrual related matters
o Implementation of new accounting
standards
o Compliance letters (e.g. rating agency
letters)
o Regulatory reviews and assistance
regarding financial matters
o Semi-annual reviews (if requested)
o Comfort letters for closed end
offerings
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II. Services which are not o AICPA attest and agreed-upon procedures
AUDIT-RELATED prohibited under Rule o Technology control assessments
SERVICES 210.2-01(C)(4) (the "Rule") o Financial reporting control assessments
and are related extensions of o Enterprise security architecture
the audit services support the assessment
audit, or use the
knowledge/expertise gained
from the audit procedures as a
foundation to complete the
project. In most cases, if
the Audit-Related Services are
not performed by the Audit
firm, the scope of the Audit
Services would likely
increase. The Services are
typically well-defined and
governed by accounting
professional standards (AICPA,
SEC, etc.)
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AUDIT COMMITTEE APPROVAL POLICY AUDIT COMMITTEE
REPORTING POLICY
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o "One-time" pre-approval o A summary of all such
for the audit period for all services and related fees
pre-approved specific service reported at each regularly
subcategories. Approval of the scheduled Audit Committee
independent auditors as meeting.
auditors for a Fund shall
constitute pre approval for
these services.
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o "One-time" pre-approval o A summary of all such
for the fund fiscal year within services and related fees
a specified dollar limit (including comparison to
for all pre-approved specified dollar limits)
specific service subcategories reported quarterly.
o Specific approval is
needed to exceed the
pre-approved dollar limit for
these services (see general
Audit Committee approval policy
below for details on obtaining
specific approvals)
o Specific approval is
needed to use the Fund's
auditors for Audit-Related
Services not denoted as
"pre-approved", or
to add a specific service
subcategory as "pre-approved"
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SECTION III - POLICY DETAIL, CONTINUED
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SERVICE CATEGORY SERVICE CATEGORY SPECIFIC PRE-APPROVED SERVICE SUBCATEGORIES
DESCRIPTION
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III. TAX SERVICES Services which are not o Tax planning and support
prohibited by the Rule, o Tax controversy assistance
if an officer of the Fund o Tax compliance, tax returns, excise
determines that using the tax returns and support
Fund's auditor to provide o Tax opinions
these services creates
significant synergy in
the form of efficiency,
minimized disruption, or
the ability to maintain a
desired level of
confidentiality.
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AUDIT COMMITTEE APPROVAL POLICY AUDIT COMMITTEE
REPORTING POLICY
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o "One-time" pre-approval o A summary of
for the fund fiscal year all such services and
within a specified dollar limit related fees
(including comparison
to specified dollar
limits) reported
quarterly.
o Specific approval is
needed to exceed the
pre-approved dollar limits for
these services (see general
Audit Committee approval policy
below for details on obtaining
specific approvals)
o Specific approval is
needed to use the Fund's
auditors for tax services not
denoted as pre-approved, or to add a specific
service subcategory as
"pre-approved"
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SECTION III - POLICY DETAIL, CONTINUED
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SERVICE CATEGORY SERVICE CATEGORY SPECIFIC PRE-APPROVED SERVICE SUBCATEGORIES
DESCRIPTION
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IV. OTHER SERVICES Services which are not o Business Risk Management support
prohibited by the Rule, o Other control and regulatory
A. SYNERGISTIC, if an officer of the Fund compliance projects
UNIQUE QUALIFICATIONS determines that using the
Fund's auditor to provide
these services creates
significant synergy in
the form of efficiency,
minimized disruption,
the ability to maintain a
desired level of
confidentiality, or where
the Fund's auditors
posses unique or superior
qualifications to provide
these services, resulting
in superior value and
results for the Fund.
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AUDIT COMMITTEE APPROVAL POLICY AUDIT COMMITTEE
REPORTING POLICY
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o "One-time" pre-approval o A summary of
for the fund fiscal year within all such services and
a specified dollar limit related fees
(including comparison
to specified dollar
limits) reported
quarterly.
o Specific approval is
needed to exceed the
pre-approved dollar limits for
these services (see general
Audit Committee approval policy
below for details on obtaining
specific approvals)
o Specific approval is
needed to use the Fund's
auditors for "Synergistic" or
"Unique Qualifications" Other
Services not denoted as
pre-approved to the left, or to
add a specific service
subcategory as "pre-approved"
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SECTION III - POLICY DETAIL, CONTINUED
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SERVICE CATEGORY SERVICE CATEGORY SPECIFIC PROHIBITED SERVICE SUBCATEGORIES
DESCRIPTION
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PROHIBITED SERVICES Services which result 1. Bookkeeping or other services
in the auditors losing related to the accounting records or
independence status financial statements of the audit
under the Rule. client*
2. Financial information systems design
and implementation*
3. Appraisal or valuation services,
fairness* opinions, or
contribution-in-kind reports
4. Actuarial services (i.e., setting
actuarial reserves versus actuarial
audit work)*
5. Internal audit outsourcing services*
6. Management functions or human
resources
7. Broker or dealer, investment
advisor, or investment banking services
8. Legal services and expert services
unrelated to the audit
9. Any other service that the Public
Company Accounting Oversight Board
determines, by regulation, is
impermissible
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AUDIT COMMITTEE APPROVAL POLICY AUDIT COMMITTEE
REPORTING POLICY
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o These services are not to be o A summary of all
performed with the exception of the(*) services and related
services that may be permitted fees reported at each
if they would not be subject to audit regularly scheduled
procedures at the audit client (as Audit Committee meeting
defined in rule 2-01(f)(4)) level will serve as continual
the firm providing the service. confirmation that has
not provided any
restricted services.
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GENERAL AUDIT COMMITTEE APPROVAL POLICY:
o For all projects, the officers of the Funds and the Fund's auditors will each
make an assessment to determine that any proposed projects will not impair
independence.
o Potential services will be classified into the four non-restricted service
categories and the "Approval of Audit, Audit-Related, Tax and Other
Services" Policy above will be applied. Any services outside the specific
pre-approved service subcategories set forth above must be specifically
approved by the Audit Committee.
o At least quarterly, the Audit Committee shall review a report summarizing the
services by service category, including fees, provided by the Audit firm as
set forth in the above policy.
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(2) Disclose the percentage of services described in each of paragraphs (b)
through (d) of this Item that were approved by the audit committee pursuant
to paragraph (c)(7)(i)(C) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X.
Non-Audit Services
Beginning with non-audit service contracts entered into
on or after May 6, 2003, the effective date of the new
SEC pre-approval rules, the Fund's audit committee is
required to pre-approve services to affiliates defined by
SEC rules to the extent that the services are determined
to have a direct impact on the operations or financial
reporting of the Fund. For the years ended November
30, 2010 and 2009, there were no services provided to an
affiliate that required the Fund's audit committee pre-
approval.
(f) If greater than 50 percent, disclose the percentage of hours expended on the
principal accountant's engagement to audit the registrant's financial statements
for the most recent fiscal year that were attributed to work performed by
persons other than the principal accountant's full-time, permanent employees.
N/A
(g) Disclose the aggregate non-audit fees billed by the registrant's accountant
for services rendered to the registrant, and rendered to the registrant's
investment adviser (not including any sub-adviser whose role is primarily
portfolio management and is subcontracted with or overseen by another investment
adviser), and any entity controlling, controlled by, or under common control
with the adviser that provides ongoing services to the registrant for each of
the last two fiscal years of the registrant.
The aggregate non-audit fees for the Fund and affiliates,
as previously defined, totaled approximately $8,290 in
2010 and $8,290 in 2009.
The Fund's audit committee of the Board of Trustees has considered whether
the provision of non-audit services that were rendered to the Affiliates
(as defined) that were not pre-approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of
Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X is compatible with maintaining the principal
accountant's independence.
(h) Disclose whether the registrant's audit committee of the board of trustees
has considered whether the provision of non-audit services that were rendered to
the registrant's investment adviser (not including any subadviser whose role is
primarily portfolio management and is subcontracted with or overseen by another
investment adviser), and any entity controlling, controlled by, or under common
control with the investment adviser that provides ongoing services to the
registrant that were not pre-approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of
Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X is compatible with maintaining the principal
accountant's independence.
The Fund's audit committee of the Board of Trustees has
considered whether the provision of non-audit services that
were rendered to the Affiliates (as defined) that were not pre-
approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of
Regulation S-X is compatible with maintaining the principal
accountant's independence.
Item 5. Audit Committee of Listed Registrants
(a) If the registrant is a listed issuer as defined in Rule 10A-3
under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.10A-3), state whether
or not the registrant has a separately-designated standing
audit committee established in accordance with Section
3(a)(58)(A) of the Exchange Act (15 U.S.C. 78c(a)(58)(A)).
If the registrant has such a committee, however designated,
identify each committee member. If the entire board of directors
is acting as the registrants audit committee as specified in
Section 3(a)(58)(B) of the Exchange Act (15 U.S.C. 78c(a)(58)(B)),
so state.
N/A
(b) If applicable, provide the disclosure required by Rule 10A-3(d)
under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.10A-3(d)) regarding an exemption
from the listing standards for audit committees.
N/A
Item 6. Schedule of Investments.
File Schedule I Investments in securities of unaffiliated issuers
as of the close of the reporting period as set forth in 210.12-
12 of Regulation S-X [17 CFR 210.12-12], unless the schedule is
included as part of the report to shareholders filed under Item
1 of this Form.
Included in Item 1
ITEM 7. DISCLOSURE OF PROXY VOTING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR
CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.
A closed-end management investment company that is filing an annual report on
this Form N-CSR must, unless it invests exclusively in non-voting securities,
describe the policies and procedures that it uses to determine how to vote
proxies relating to portfolio securities, including the procedures that the
company uses when a vote presents a conflict between the interests of its
shareholders, on the one hand, and those of the company's investment adviser;
principal underwriter; or any affiliated person (as defined in Section 2(a)(3)
of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-2(a)(3)) and the rules
thereunder) of the company, its investment adviser, or its principal
underwriter, on the other. Include any policies and procedures of the company's
investment adviser, or any other third party, that the company uses, or that are
used on the company's behalf, to determine how to vote proxies relating to
portfolio securities.
Not applicable to open-end management investment companies.
Item 8. Portfolio Managers of Closed-End Management Investment
Companies.
(a) If the registrant is a closed-end management investment company that
is filing an annual report on this Form N-CSR,provide the following
information:
(1) State the name, title, and length of service of the person or persons
employed by or associated with the registrant or an investment adviser
of the registrant who are primarily responsible for the day-to-day management
of the registrants portfolio (Portfolio Manager). Also state each Portfolio
Managers business experience during the past 5 years.
Not applicable to open-end management investment companies.
Item 9. Purchases of Equity Securities by Closed-End Management
Investment Company and Affiliated Purchasers.
(a) If the registrant is a closed-end management investment company,
in the following tabular format, provide the information specified in
paragraph (b) of this Item with respect to any purchase made by or on
behalf of the registrant or any affiliated purchaser, as defined in
Rule 10b-18(a)(3) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.10b-18(a)(3)), of
shares or other units of any class of the registrants equity securities
that is registered by the registrant pursuant to Section 12 of the
Exchange Act (15 U.S.C. 781). Instruction to paragraph (a). Disclose
all purchases covered by this Item, including purchases that do not
satisfy the conditions of the safe harbor of Rule 10b-18 under the
Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.10b-18), made in the period covered by the
report. Provide disclosures covering repurchases made on a monthly basis.
For example, if the reporting period began on January 16 and ended on
July 15, the chart would show repurchases for the months from January 16
through February 15, February 16 through March 15, March 16 through
April 15, April 16 through May 15, May 16 through June 15, and June 16
through July 15.
Not applicable to open-end management investment companies.
Item 10. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.
Describe any material changes to the procedures by which shareholders
may recommend nominees to the registrants board of directors, where
those changes were implemented after the registrant last provided
disclosure in response to the requirements of Item 7(d)(2)(ii)(G)
of Schedule 14A (17 CFR 240.14a-101), or this Item.
There have been no material changes to the procedures by which the
shareholders may recommend nominees to the registrants board of
directors since the registrant last provided disclosure in response
to the requirements of Item 7(d)(2)(ii)(G) of Schedule 14(A) in
its definitive proxy statement, or this Item.
ITEM 11. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES.
(a) Disclose the conclusions of the registrant's principal executive officer or
officers and principal financial officer or officers, or persons performing
similar functions, about the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure
controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 30a-2(c) under the Act (17 CFR
270.30a-2(c))) based on their evaluation of these controls and procedures as of
a date within 90 days of the filing date of the report that includes the
disclosure required by this paragraph.
The registrant's principal executive officer
and principal financial officer have
concluded that the registrant's disclosure
controls and procedures are effective based
on their evaluation of these controls and
procedures as of a date within 90 days of the
filing date of this report.
(b) Disclose whether or not there were significant changes in the registrant's
internal controls or in other factors that could significantly affect these
controls subsequent to the date of their evaluation, including any corrective
actions with regard to significant deficiencies and material weaknesses.
There were no significant changes in the
registrant's internal control over financial
reporting that occurred during the second
fiscal quarter of the period covered by this
report that have materially affected, or are
reasonably likely to materially affect, the
registrant's internal control over financial
reporting.
The registrant's principal executive officer and principal financial
officer, however, voluntarily are reporting the following information:
In August of 2006 the registrant's investment adviser
enhanced its internal procedures for reporting performance
information required to be included in prospectuses.
Those enhancements involved additional internal controls
over the appropriateness of performance data
generated for this purpose. Such enhancements were made
following an internal review which identified
prospectuses relating to certain classes of shares of
a limited number of registrants where, inadvertently,
performance information not reflecting the deduction of
applicable sales charges was included. Those prospectuses
were revised, and the revised prospectuses were distributed to
shareholders.
ITEM 12. EXHIBITS.
File the exhibits listed below as part of this Form. Letter or number the
exhibits in the sequence indicated.
(a) Any code of ethics, or amendment thereto, that is the subject of the
disclosure required by Item 2, to the extent that the registrant intends to
satisfy the Item 2 requirements through filing of an exhibit.
(b) A separate certification for each principal executive officer and principal
financial officer of the registrant as required by Rule 30a-2 under the Act
(17 CFR 270.30a-2).
Filed herewith.
SIGNATURES
[See General Instruction F]
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) Pioneer Emerging Markets Fund
By (Signature and Title)* /s/ John F. Cogan, Jr.
John F. Cogan, Jr, President
Date January 28, 2011
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/ John F. Cogan, Jr.
John F. Cogan, Jr., President
Date January 28, 2011
By (Signature and Title)* /s/ Mark Bradley
Mark Bradley, Treasurer
Date January 28, 2011
* Print the name and title of each signing officer under his or her signature.