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exchange contracts, options and other derivative transactions in order to preserve the value of the hedged Share
Class currency against the base currency of the Fund. Where undertaken, the effects of the hedging will be
reflected in the Net Asset Value of the hedged Share Class. Any expenses arising from such hedging
transactions will be borne by the Share Class in relation to which they have been incurred and will thereby
impact on the performance of that Share Class. Where such hedging is undertaken it may substantially protect
investors against a decrease in the value of the base currency of the Fund relative to the hedged currency but
may also preclude investors from benefiting from an increase in the value of the base currency of the Fund.
Smaller Companies Funds
The smaller companies equity Funds may fluctuate in value more than other Funds because of the greater
volatility of share prices of smaller companies.
Technology Funds
The technology and new media industries are at a very early stage of development, and many of the companies
in these industries have a very short history. Rapid changes in technology could render obsolete the products
and services offered by the companies in which the Aberdeen Global - Technology Fund invests, and cause
severe or complete declines in the prices of the securities of those companies.
Ethical Funds
Whilst the Investment Manager will seek to influence the management of investee companies and to enhance
the social responsibility of the investee company in its operation, as a minority shareholder, the
Investment Manager's ability to bring about change in the investee company's stance may be limited and there
can be no assurance of such efforts being successful.
Investing in High Yield Bonds
High yield bonds are regarded as being predominately speculative as to the issuer’s ability to make payments of
principal and interest. Investment in such securities involves substantial risk. Issuers of high yield debt securities
may be highly leveraged and may not have available to them more traditional methods of financing. An
economic recession may adversely affect an issuer’s financial condition and the market value of high yield debt
securities issued by such entity. The issuer’s ability to service its debt obligations may be adversely affected by
specific issuer developments, or the issuer’s inability to meet specific projected business forecasts, or the
unavailability of additional financing. In the event of bankruptcy of an issuer, Aberdeen Global may experience
losses and incur costs.
Holding Securities Overseas
Securities held with a local correspondent or clearing / settlement system or securities correspondent
(“Securities System”) may not be as well protected as those held within Luxembourg. In particular, losses may
be incurred as a consequence of the insolvency of the local correspondent or Securities System. In some markets,
the segregation or separate identification of a beneficial owner’s securities may not be possible or the practices
of segregation or separate identification may differ from practices in more developed markets.
Nominee Arrangement
By investing in the Funds through HSBC Institutional Trust Services (Asia) Limited, you will have a direct
contractual relationship with HSBC Institutional Trust Services (Asia) Limited and will not have any direct
contractual rights against Aberdeen Global and/or the Global Distributor. HSBC Trustee Institutional Trust
Services (Asia) Limited will be responsible for liaising with Aberdeen Global and/or the Global Distributor on
your behalf should you have any queries or complaints in relation to your shareholdings.
HSBC Institutional Trust Services (Asia) Limited in its capacity as the nominee for shareholders of Aberdeen
Global intends to resign and transfer all of its holdings in the Shares of Aberdeen Global to Aberdeen Nominees
Services Limited. Such transfer will become effective on 26 March 2007. RBC Dexia Trust Services Hong
Kong Limited will be appointed as administration agent to provide administrative services to Aberdeen Global.
This change will not affect the operation of Aberdeen Global or the level of fees payable by Aberdeen Global.
Emerging Markets
In emerging markets, in which some of the Funds will invest, the legal, judicial and regulatory infrastructure is
still developing and there is much legal uncertainty both for local market participants and their overseas
counterparts. Some markets carry significant risks for investors who should therefore ensure that, before
investing, they understand the relevant risks and are satisfied that an investment is suitable. The following
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