FAQ

We are fundamental investors and do not speculate. We invest in all asset classes such as equities and fixed income instruments (e.g., bonds, fixed deposit, money market funds, derivatives). But the primary focus is on equities now. We do not invest in bonds for now because interest rates are still low. Short-term bonds pay very little yield while long-maturity bonds will suffer from capital depreciation due to rising interest rates. When interest rates go up and stay high, there may be some shifts in allocations towards bonds. We will avoid investing in Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and other funds because it will incur another layer of management fee for clients.
We invest in global markets but predominantly in the US market. Because the US market is the most efficient market as stocks move towards their fair value (for what it is worth) quicker due to having more matured investors. The US has the best companies and the highest number of growth companies in the world.
We reduce risks through diversification.

Reduced focus risk: We will invest between 30 to 40 stocks OR assets across different geographical regions and industry verticals.

Blue-chip companies: >90% of the investments are in blue-chip companies, which have a market capitalization value of more than $10 billion. These large-cap companies are usually more stable, transparent and have a proven business model.

Hedging: We will actively hedge against potential risks to our portfolio at a reasonable cost.

We can also invest across different asset classes including but not limited to bonds, money-market funds, cash, equities etc.
To subscribe to the fund, you will need to be an accredited investor. You will have to meet one out of three of the listed criteria stipulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore here.
The minimum initial subscription amount is US$100,000 or SG$100,000 depending on which share class (currency) you subscribe to. Subsequent top-up amount is US$15,000 or SG$15,000.
We accept cash. Transfer of your existing shares (in-specie transfer of assets) is subjected to the fund manager's approval.
The special allocation is an amount equal to 18% of the appreciation in the net asset value of the shares above the high watermark, calculated and allocated annually or upon redemption.
No lock-in period
Early redemption fee (less than 2 years): 2% of redemption amount
After 2 years: No redemption fee

This fund is only suitable for investor with a mid to long-term investment time horizon of 3 to 5 years, ideally 10 to 30 years to take advantage of compounded interests.

It is also important to note that stock markets are volatile in the short term, and they will take time to correct themselves. Hence the minimal holding period of 3 to 5 years is recommended.
You will receive a monthly email from the fund administrator, Portcullis, informing you that your monthly report is ready for viewing in an online portal. The monthly report will show you the number of units you have in The 23 Fund and the latest Net Asset Value (NAV) per share and your total portfolio value. On a monthly basis, we will also provide a commentary on the fund’s performance and share any views that we may have on the markets.
Securities will be held by Phillip Securities or Interactive Broker, both independent parties. Uninvested cash will be held by DBS. The fund administrator, Portcullis, provides a monthly independent valuation reports to all the investors. And The 23 Fund’s annual financial statements are audited by KPMG on an annual basis.
The fund managers have invested a high percentage of their net worth in The 23 Fund alongside our clients.