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New $20M Issue of the Fonds d’investissement Action-croissance PME Inc.
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Montreal, July 8, 2008 – Natcan Investment Management Inc., a subsidiary of National Bank, Financial Group has announced a new issue of Class A Shares, series 2008, of the Fonds d’investissement Actions-croissance PME Inc. (the “Fund”) for an amount of $20 million.
The Fund is designed to provide medium- and long-term capital appreciation in a manner compatible with the protection of capital and to entitle subscribers of Class A Shares, series 2008, of the Fund to claim a deduction under the Quebec SME Growth Stock Plan for income tax purposes for the 2008 tax year. The Fund will therefore invest the proceeds of the issuance of Class A Shares, series 2008, primarily in Quebec-based companies whose securities qualify for the Quebec SME Growth Stock Plan.
“Purchasing shares of the Fond d’investissement Actions-croissance PME Inc. is a way for investors to contribute to Quebec’s economic development,” explained Christian Cyr, Senior Vice President, Natcan Investment Management. “For example, investors who had Class A Shares of the 2005 and 2006 series of the Fund were eligible for a 100% tax deduction, and the Fund has posted only two years of negative returns since its inception in 1993,” he added.
Class A Shares, series 2008, of the Fund are available under three different classes, each with equal rights and privileges. The Advisor Class is available to all investors with no sales charge. However, redemption fees will be payable if the redemption of the shares is requested within four years of purchase. No redemption fees will be charged as of January 2012. The Investor Class is available to all investors with no sales charge when they purchase and request the redemption of their shares through National Bank Financial. Lastly, Class F is intended for investors who have fee-based accounts with brokers. Class F carries no sales charge, and the management fee is 1% lower than for the two other classes. Fees different from those indicated above may be payable if transactions are carried out through a broker other than National Bank Financial.
The Class A Shares, series 2008, of the Fonds d’investissement Actions-croissance PME Inc. can be purchased through National Bank Financial at 1-800-361-8838 (toll free) or 514-879-2222, National Bank Direct Brokerage at 1-800-363-3511 (toll free) or 514-866-6755, or through most investment advisors and mutual fund representatives in Quebec (FundSERV code FIA110). A minimum initial investment of $2,000 per subscriber is required.
This document is for information purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy the Fonds d’investissement Actions-croissance PME Inc. mentioned herein. While the information provided herein has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable, we do not guaranty its accuracy or its completeness, and it does not confer any right to purchasers. No securities regulatory authority has in any way passed upon the merits of this Fund and any representation to the contrary is an offence. The Fonds d’investissement Actions-croissance PME Inc. (the “Fund”) is offered by National Bank Financial Inc., a subsidiary of National Bank of Canada. Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with mutual fund investments. Please read the prospectus before investing. The Fund is not guaranteed, its value changes frequently and past performance may not be indicative of future performance.
About Natcan Investment Management Inc.
Founded in 1990, Natcan Investment Management Inc. is a National Bank subsidiary that is 14% held by its management team. Recognized as one of the largest institutional fund managers in Canada, Natcan Investment Management Inc. specializes in portfolio management for pension funds, endowment funds, pooled funds and wealth management. It favours a versatile management style focused on value creation, capital preservation and a disciplined approach. As at May 31, 2008, Natcan Investment Management Inc., whose activities extend to markets around the world, had $28 billion in assets under management and approximately 100 employees.
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