WS Verbatim Income Portfolio 5 Income Class B Inc
Report And Accounts
Simplified Prospectus / KIID
Performance
Discrete performance - to last month end
| 31/10/20 to 31/10/21 |
31/10/21 to 31/10/22 |
31/10/22 to 31/10/23 |
31/10/23 to 31/10/24 |
31/10/24 to 31/10/25 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 16.1% | -11.7% | 1.3% | 12.9% | 7.8% |
Annualised performance
| Annualised | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Years to 31/10/25 |
5 Years to 31/10/25 |
10 Years to 31/10/25 |
||
| Fund | 7.2% | 4.8% | 4.8% | |
Top 10 Holdings
| Stock | % Weight |
|---|---|
| NVIDIA CORPORATION | 3.26 |
| ALPHABET | 3.00 |
| MICROSOFT CORPORATION | 2.97 |
| iShares U.S iShares U.S. Financials ETF | 2.05 |
| CISCO SYSTEMS | 1.96 |
| KIMBERLY-CLARK CORPORATION | 1.94 |
| KONINKLIJKE AHOLD DELHAIZE N.V. | 1.80 |
| MEDTRONIC | 1.79 |
| UNILEVER | 1.78 |
| American Tower Corporation American Tower Corp Ord USD0.01 | 1.76 |
| Total | 22.32 |
Fund Aims
The Fund will use a broadly cautious balanced investment strategy with the aim of achieving income with some potential for capital growth over the medium to longer term.
Fund Manager
Henning Meyer is Co-fund Manager of the DMS Verbatim Portfolio 5 Income Fund and works within the Multi-Asset team at Sarasin & Partners. Henning is also the fund manager on Sarasin’s GlobalSar range of Multi-Asset funds as well as a number of segregated balanced portfolios. Henning joined Sarasin & Partners in 2014 as an Investment Manager within the Private Client department, moving to his current role in February 2017.
Mark is the Co-Fund Manager of the Sarasin Sterling Bond Fund and Sarasin Responsible Corporate Bond Fund. He has 17 years’ experience working in fixed income asset management and prior to joining Sarasin in 2013, he worked for M&G Investments and Albany Capital Consulting. Mark holds the Investment Management Certificate and obtained Bachelor of Management Degree – Double Major in International Management and Finance from the University of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada.
Fund Overview
| Mid (13/11/2025) | 139.57p |
| Historic yield | 2.64% |
| Fund size (30/09/2025) | £9.25m |
| Number of holdings | 98 |
| Entry Charge | 0.00% |
| Ongoing Charges | 1.35% |
| Launch date | 01/03/2010 |
Asset Allocation
| International Equities | 53.56% | |
| UK Corporate Bonds | 23.91% | |
| International Bonds | 13.06% | |
| UK Equities | 7.01% | |
| Property | 0.12% | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | -0.38% | |
| Other Assets | 2.72% |
Important Information
Source of portfolio data: Broadridge. Source of performance data: FE fundinfo. We can’t predict the future. Past performance isn’t a guide to future performance. The figures shown are intended only to demonstrate performance history of the fund, after allowing for the impact of ongoing charges, but take no account of product charges. Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now. Fund performance is based upon the movement of the daily price and is shown as total return in GBP with income reinvested. The value of your investment can go down as well as up so you might get back less than you put in.
This factsheet is for information purposes only. If there is information or terminology included that you would like to discuss, then please contact an adviser. Investors should refer to their policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Asset Allocation
| International Equities | 53.56% | |
| UK Corporate Bonds | 23.91% | |
| International Bonds | 13.06% | |
| UK Equities | 7.01% | |
| Property | 0.12% | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | -0.38% | |
| Other Assets | 2.72% |
Sector Breakdown
| Industry | Supersector | Sector | Subsector | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonds | 36.97% | - | - | - | |
| Technology | 14.75% | - | - | - | |
| Technology | - | 14.75% | - | - | |
| Software & Computer Services | - | - | 9.00% | - | |
| Consumer Digital Services | - | - | - | 5.30% | |
| Software | - | - | - | 2.97% | |
| Computer Services | - | - | - | 0.73% | |
| Technology Hardware & Equipment | - | - | 5.75% | - | |
| Semiconductors | - | - | - | 3.26% | |
| Computer Hardware | - | - | - | 1.45% | |
| Production Technology Equipment | - | - | - | 1.04% | |
| Industrials | 8.85% | - | - | - | |
| Industrial Goods & Services | - | 7.98% | - | - | |
| Electronic & Electrical Equipment | - | - | 3.14% | - | |
| Electrical Components | - | - | - | 1.32% | |
| Electronic Equipment: Other | - | - | - | 1.16% | |
| Electronic Equipment: Control & Filter | - | - | - | 0.66% | |
| Industrial Engineering | - | - | 2.56% | - | |
| Machinery: Industrial | - | - | - | 1.03% | |
| Machinery: Tools | - | - | - | 0.57% | |
| Machinery: Specialty | - | - | - | 0.55% | |
| Machinery: Agricultural | - | - | - | 0.41% | |
| Industrial Support Services | - | - | 2.28% | - | |
| Professional Business Support Services | - | - | - | 1.15% | |
| Transaction Processing Services | - | - | - | 1.13% | |
| Construction & Materials | - | 0.87% | - | - | |
| Construction & Materials | - | - | 0.87% | - | |
| Building: Climate Control | - | - | - | 0.87% | |
| Consumer Discretionary | 8.33% | - | - | - | |
| Consumer Products & Services | - | 4.44% | - | - | |
| Personal Goods | - | - | 3.27% | - | |
| Cosmetics | - | - | - | 1.64% | |
| Clothing & Accessories | - | - | - | 1.63% | |
| Consumer Services | - | - | 1.17% | - | |
| Vending & Catering Service | - | - | - | 1.17% | |
| Retail | - | 2.21% | - | - | |
| Retailers | - | - | 2.21% | - | |
| Home Improvement Retailers | - | - | - | 1.54% | |
| Apparel Retailers | - | - | - | 0.67% | |
| Automobiles & Parts | - | 1.67% | - | - | |
| Automobiles & Parts | - | - | 1.67% | - | |
| Tires | - | - | - | 1.67% | |
| Health Care | 7.97% | - | - | - | |
| Health Care | - | 7.97% | - | - | |
| Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology | - | - | 4.20% | - | |
| Pharmaceuticals | - | - | - | 4.20% | |
| Medical Equipment & Services | - | - | 3.76% | - | |
| Medical Equipment | - | - | - | 2.76% | |
| Medical Supplies | - | - | - | 1.00% | |
| Financials | 7.78% | - | - | - | |
| Insurance | - | 3.58% | - | - | |
| Life Insurance | - | - | 1.86% | - | |
| Life Insurance | - | - | - | 1.86% | |
| Non-life Insurance | - | - | 1.71% | - | |
| Insurance Brokers | - | - | - | 1.71% | |
| Financial Services | - | 2.77% | - | - | |
| Investment Banking & Brokerage Services | - | - | 1.70% | - | |
| Investment Services | - | - | - | 1.70% | |
| Finance & Credit Services | - | - | 1.07% | - | |
| Financial Data & Systems | - | - | - | 1.07% | |
| Banks | - | 1.43% | - | - | |
| Banks | - | - | 1.43% | - | |
| Banks | - | - | - | 1.43% | |
| Consumer Staples | 7.00% | - | - | - | |
| Personal Care, Drug & Grocery Stores | - | 7.00% | - | - | |
| Personal Care, Drug & Grocery Stores | - | - | 7.00% | - | |
| Personal Products | - | - | - | 5.20% | |
| Food Retailers & Wholesalers | - | - | - | 1.80% | |
| Non-Classified | 2.72% | - | - | - | |
| Non-Classified | - | 2.05% | - | - | |
| Non-Classified | - | - | 2.05% | - | |
| Non-Classified | - | - | - | 2.05% | |
| Basic Materials | 2.18% | - | - | - | |
| Chemicals | - | 2.18% | - | - | |
| Chemicals | - | - | 2.18% | - | |
| Specialty Chemicals | - | - | - | 2.18% | |
| Telecommunications | 1.96% | - | - | - | |
| Telecommunications | - | 1.96% | - | - | |
| Telecommunications Equipment | - | - | 1.96% | - | |
| Telecommunications Equipment | - | - | - | 1.96% | |
| Real Estate | 1.88% | - | - | - | |
| Real Estate | - | 1.88% | - | - | |
| Real Estate Investment Trusts | - | - | 1.88% | - | |
| Infrastructure REITs | - | - | - | 1.76% | |
| Residential REITs | - | - | - | 0.12% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 0.00% | - | - | - | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | -0.38% | - | - | - | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | - | -0.38% | - | - | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | - | - | -0.38% | - | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | - | - | - | -0.38% | |
Regional Allocation
| North America | 36.98% | |
| UK | 30.91% | |
| Developed Europe - Excl UK | 20.31% | |
| Non-Classified | 5.49% | |
| Japan | 3.01% | |
| Developed Asia | 1.42% | |
| South & Central America | 1.01% | |
| Emerging Asia | 0.75% | |
| Property | 0.12% |
Fixed Interest Currencies
| Non-Fixed Interest Assets | 63.03% | |
| Pound Sterling | 36.97% |
Regional Breakdown
| Region | Country | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| North America | 36.98% | - | |
United States
|
- | 36.98% | |
| UK | 30.91% | - | |
United Kingdom
|
- | 30.91% | |
| Developed Europe - Excl UK | 20.31% | - | |
France
|
- | 9.03% | |
Netherlands
|
- | 4.81% | |
Germany
|
- | 2.63% | |
Ireland
|
- | 1.79% | |
Switzerland
|
- | 1.38% | |
Spain
|
- | 0.67% | |
| Non-Classified | 5.49% | - | |
| Japan | 3.01% | - | |
Japan
|
- | 3.01% | |
| Developed Asia | 1.42% | - | |
Hong Kong
|
- | 1.42% | |
| South & Central America | 1.01% | - | |
Mexico
|
- | 1.01% | |
| Emerging Asia | 0.75% | - | |
China
|
- | 0.75% | |
| Property | 0.12% | - | |
Breakdown By Market Cap (%)
| Mega |
|
55.76% |
| Large |
|
3.60% |
| Medium |
|
1.20% |
| Micro |
|
0.12% |
| Non-Classified |
|
2.34% |
| Bonds |
|
36.97% |
Fixed Interest Maturity Profile
| < 5Yr Maturity |
|
11.04% |
| 5Yr - 10Yr Maturity |
|
9.39% |
| 10Yr - 15Yr Maturity |
|
8.25% |
| > 15Yr Maturity |
|
8.28% |
| Unknown Maturity |
|
0.67% |
| Other Asset Types |
|
62.36% |
Fixed Interest Quality Profile
| AAA |
|
1.65% |
| AA |
|
2.67% |
| A |
|
10.00% |
| BBB |
|
19.62% |
| Unknown Quality |
|
3.02% |
| Other Asset Types |
|
63.03% |
Top 10 Holdings
| Stock | % Weight | Sector | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NVIDIA CORPORATION | 3.26% | Technology Hardware & Equipment | United States |
| 2 | ALPHABET | 3.00% | Software & Computer Services | United States |
| 3 | MICROSOFT CORPORATION | 2.97% | Software & Computer Services | United States |
| 4 | iShares U.S iShares U.S. Financials ETF | 2.05% | Managed Funds | Non-Classified |
| 5 | CISCO SYSTEMS | 1.96% | Telecommunications Equipment | United States |
| 6 | KIMBERLY-CLARK CORPORATION | 1.94% | Personal Care, Drug & Grocery Stores | United States |
| 7 | KONINKLIJKE AHOLD DELHAIZE N.V. | 1.80% | Personal Care, Drug & Grocery Stores | Netherlands |
| 8 | MEDTRONIC | 1.79% | Medical Equipment & Services | Ireland |
| 9 | UNILEVER | 1.78% | Personal Care, Drug & Grocery Stores | United Kingdom |
| 10 | American Tower Corporation American Tower Corp Ord USD0.01 | 1.76% | Real Estate Investment Trusts | United States |
Important Information
The Industry Classification Benchmark is a product of FTSE International Limited and has been licensed for use.
This factsheet is for information purposes only. If there is information or terminology included that you would like to discuss, then please contact an adviser. Investors should refer to their policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Identification Codes
| Sedol Code | B3P1DM1 |
| Mex Code | - |
| Isin Code | GB00B3P1DM13 |
| Citi Code | IBF3 |
Fund Charges
| Entry Charge | 0.00% |
| Ongoing Charges | 1.35% |
Aims and Benchmark
| Aims | The Fund will use a broadly cautious balanced investment strategy with the aim of achieving income with some potential for capital growth over the medium to longer term. |
| Benchmark | Composite |
| Benchmark Category | - |
| IA Sector | Unclassified |
Fund Background
| Valuation frequency | Daily |
| Valuation point | 12:00 |
| Fund type | OEIC |
| Launch price | £1.00 |
| Fund currency | Pound Sterling |
| Fund domicile | United Kingdom |
| ISA allowable | Yes |
| SIPP allowable | Yes |
Distribution Details
| Income frequency | Quarterly |
| Distribution Type | Dividend |
| Distribution Payment Basis | Net |
Distribution Dates
| Ex dividend date(s) | Income payment date(s) |
|---|---|
| 01 January | 27 February |
| 01 April | 31 May |
| 01 July | 31 August |
| 01 October | 30 November |
Ratings
| FE Crown |  |
Effect of Deductions
| Assuming a growth rate of 6.00% | Assuming a growth rate of 7.00% |
|---|---|
| - | - |
Fund Administration
| Fund Trustee/Depository | CACEIS Bank |
| Fund Administrator | IFDS |
| Fund Registrar | FNZ TA Services |
| Fund Custodian | CACEIS Bank |
Group Details
| Group name | WS Verbatim Income |
| Group address | Fintel House St Andrew's Road Huddersfield HD1 6NA |
| Group telephone | 0844 931 1001 |
| Dealing telephone | - |
| - | |
| Homepage | www.verbatimassetmanagement.co.uk/ |
| Fax number | - |
Dealing
| Minimum Investment | £2500000 |
| Minimum Top Up | £35000 |
| Minimum Regular Saving | - |
| Settlement Period: Buy | 4 days |
| Settlement Period: Sell | 4 days |
| Pricing Basis | Forward |
| Dealing Decimals | 4 |
Important Information
Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now.
This factsheet is for information purposes only. If there is information or terminology included that you would like to discuss, then please contact an adviser. Investors should refer to their policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Important Information
Source of performance data: FE fundinfo. We can’t predict the future. Past performance isn’t a guide to future performance. The figures shown are intended only to demonstrate performance history of the fund, after allowing for the impact of ongoing charges, but take no account of product charges. Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now. Fund performance is based upon the movement of the daily price and is shown as total return in GBP with income reinvested. The value of your investment can go down as well as up so you might get back less than you put in.
This factsheet is for information purposes only. If there is information or terminology included that you would like to discuss, then please contact an adviser. Investors should refer to their policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
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