Henderson Global Investors Launches Henderson Dividend & Income Builder Fund

CHICAGO, Aug. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Henderson Global Investors (North America) Inc. ("Henderson"), which provides US investors with access to global investment opportunities through its lineup of international and global mutual funds, has launched the Henderson Dividend & Income Builder Fund (HDAVX, HDCVX, HDIVX).  

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The Fund offers a global approach to income generation, seeking to provide a level of income that exceeds the average yield on global stocks and grows over time. It primarily invests in dividend-paying equities of US and non-US companies. A smaller allocation of its portfolio is invested in fixed income securities, with the flexibility to invest across fixed income sectors including high-yield and investment-grade corporate bonds and government bonds.

The Fund's investment strategy focuses on high quality global dividend-paying equities that have reliable cash flows and potential for dividend growth. It utilizes a bottom-up security selection process with an emphasis on companies that offer attractive levels of dividend income and the potential to grow capital over the long term.

"This Fund is designed for investors seeking global diversification and an emphasis on capital growth and income," said Chuck Thompson, Director of US Retail at Henderson Global Investors. "The Fund is managed by an experienced portfolio management team which has demonstrated proven security selection and asset allocation processes over time. The launch of this Fund underscores Henderson's commitment to providing differentiated investment products that will help clients reach their long-term investment goals." 

The Fund will be managed by Alex Crooke, Henderson's Director of Value and Income; Job Curtis, Head of Value and Income; Jenna Barnard, Director of Retail Fixed Income; and John Pattullo, Head of Retail Fixed Income. The team currently manages over $7.7 billion in assets¹ and has approximately 80 years of combined experience.

About Henderson Global Investors

Henderson Global Investors (North America) Inc. ("Henderson") is the US subsidiary of Henderson Group, the holding company of the investment management group Henderson Global Investors, a London-based global investment management firm established in 1934. With $99.9 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2011, offices in 16 countries and around 1000 employees worldwide, Henderson Global Investors follows a client-led philosophy while providing its institutional, retail and high net worth clients with access to skilled investment professionals representing a broad range of asset classes.

Since 2001, Henderson has been offering US investors the opportunity to "own a piece of the world" through its family of globally focused mutual funds. Henderson follows a differentiated, opportunistic investment philosophy combining local knowledge with worldwide reach. For more information, visit www.hendersonglobalinvestors.com.

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¹Assets as of 6/30/12

International investing involves certain risks and increased volatility not associated with investing solely in the US. These risks included currency fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information or unfavorable political or legal developments. The Funds may invest in securities issued by smaller companies which typically involves greater risk than investing in larger companies. Also, the Funds may invest in limited geographic areas and/ or sectors which may result in greater market volatility. In addition, some of the Funds may invest in derivatives. Derivatives involve special risks different from, and potentially greater than, the risks associated with investing directly in securities and may result in greater losses.

The Fund invests in a smaller number of securities than the average mutual fund and the change in value of a single holding may have a more pronounced effect on the Fund's net asset value and performance. The Fund may invest in illiquid securities and is subject to investment company and pooled vehicles risk, interest rate risk, credit/default risk and high yield securities risk. An investment in pooled vehicles, including closed-end funds, trusts, and ETFs, may involve paying a premium at the time of purchase or receiving a discounted price at the time of sale. The Fund (and indirectly its shareholders) is responsible for a proportional share of the underlying investment company's expenses, in addition to its own. The Fund's share price and yield will be affected by interest rate movements, with bond prices generally moving in the opposite direction from interest rates. During periods of rising interest rates, the value of a bond investment is at greater risk than during periods of stable or falling rates. The Fund may be subject to frequent trading which may result in a turnover rate of 100% or more. Credit risk refers to the bond issuers ability to make timely payments of principal and interest. Investments in high yield securities may offer more attractive returns than higher-rated securities, but the potentially higher yield is a function of the greater risk that a particular security may default.

One should consider the investment objectives, risks, fees and expenses of any mutual fund carefully before investing. This and other important information is available in the Fund's prospectus and summary prospectus which are available at www.hendersonglobalinvestors.com, by calling 1.866.443.6337 or by contacting your financial advisor. Please read carefully before investing.

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