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Tawara No-Load Foreign Stock Fund Achieves Recognition

Asset Management One Inc., located in the Chiyoda district of Tokyo, has announced that its "Tawara No-Load Foreign Stock Fund" has been awarded 5th place in the index category of the prestigious "Fund of the Year 2025". This recognition reflects the trust and endorsement of individual investors who voted for funds they believe are truly beneficial for their investment portfolios.

The "Fund of the Year" initiative has its roots in a previous endeavor called "Investment Trust Bloggers’ Fund of the Year", which aimed to empower investors by involving them in the decision-making process. The concept encourages individual investors to select funds they find most advantageous, fostering a sense of ownership in creating a better investment environment.

This latest achievement marks the first significant recognition for the Tawara Fund since it secured the 2nd place in the 2016 edition of the investment bloggers' competition, making this the first top ranking in nine years. The company expressed deep gratitude for the enduring support from a multitude of individual investors over the years, which has been crucial to their sustained success.

As of October 2025, the Tawara Fund surpassed one trillion yen in total net assets, signaling robust investor confidence and the effectiveness of its investment strategy. Asset Management One remains committed to continuing its operations in line with investor expectations, providing long-term support for wealth accumulation.

Risks and Costs Associated with Investment Trusts

Risks

Investors should be aware of various risks associated with investment trusts, which may include:

• - Market Risk: Fluctuations in stock prices.
• - Foreign Exchange Risk: Variations in currency exchange rates, especially applicable for foreign assets.
• - Credit Risk: Changes in the creditworthiness of securities issuers.
• - Liquidity Risk: Difficulty in buying or selling securities at expected prices.

As the fund invests predominantly in market-volatile securities, unfavorable market conditions may not allow for trades at anticipated prices. Political or economic changes in the countries of investment can also impact the securities' values. Any profit or loss from the fund's operations will solely belong to the investors, which means that the investment principal is not guaranteed. Investors may sustain losses if the value of underlying securities decreases, impacting the fund's net asset value.

Costs

The investment fund ensures transparency regarding its costs:

• - Purchase Fee: None
• - Redemption Fee: None
• - Trust Property Retention Fee: None
• - Management Fee: An annual rate of 0.09889% (excluding taxes) relative to the daily net asset total

Additional costs may arise from trading fees, various expenses for managing trusts, and audit fees, which will be indirectly charged to trust assets. Investors should note that the total amount of fees may vary depending on factors like purchase amounts and holding periods, and any legislative changes may affect the applicable taxes and fees.

Important Notices

This document is prepared by Asset Management One and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice. The data presented herein is believed to be reliable, but there are no guarantees regarding the completeness or accuracy of this information, and future market changes may affect the fund's operational strategies.

Asset Management One, established in October 2016, is a prominent asset management company, boasting approximately 76 trillion yen in managed assets across investment advisory and investment trust sectors. With a mission to leverage investment power for a better future, AKAM operates under a robust research framework supporting both traditional and innovative investment strategies, aiming to meet diverse needs of individual and institutional investors alike.

For further information or to explore investment opportunities, please visit Asset Management One's official website.