As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 20, 2003
1933 Act Registration No. 33-19338
1940 Act Registration No. 811-05426
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM N-1A
REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 X
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Pre-Effective Amendment No.
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Post-Effective Amendment No. 63 X
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Timothy D. Yang, Esq. Martha J. Hays, Esq.
A I M Advisors, Inc. Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll, LLP
11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100 1735 Market Street, 51st Floor
Houston, Texas 77046 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103-7599
Approximate Date of Proposed Public Offering: As soon as practicable after the effective date of
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AIM DEVELOPING MARKETS FUND
March 3, 2003
Prospectus
AIM Developing Markets Fund primarily seeks to provide long-term growth of capital with a secondary investment objective of income.
This prospectus contains important information about the Class A, B and C shares of the fund. Please read it before investing and keep it for future reference.
As with all other mutual fund securities, the Securities and Exchange Commission has not approved or disapproved these securities or determined whether the information in this prospectus is adequate or accurate. Anyone who tells you otherwise is committing a crime.
An investment in the fund:
- is not FDIC insured;
- may lose value; and
- is not guaranteed by a bank.
INVEST WITH DISCIPLINE [AIM LOGO APPEARS HERE] --Registered Trademark-- --Servicemark-- |
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INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PRINCIPAL RISKS OF INVESTING IN THE FUND 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PERFORMANCE INFORMATION 3 ------------------------------------------------------ Annual Total Returns 3 Performance Table 3 FEE TABLE AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE 4 ------------------------------------------------------ Fee Table 4 Expense Example 4 FUND MANAGEMENT 5 ------------------------------------------------------ The Advisors 5 Advisor Compensation 5 Portfolio Managers 5 OTHER INFORMATION 5 ------------------------------------------------------ Sales Charges 5 Dividends and Distributions 5 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS 6 ------------------------------------------------------ SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION A-1 ------------------------------------------------------ Choosing a Share Class A-1 Purchasing Shares A-4 Redeeming Shares A-5 Exchanging Shares A-8 Pricing of Shares A-10 Taxes A-11 OBTAINING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Back Cover ------------------------------------------------------ |
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No dealer, salesperson or any other person has been authorized to give any information or to make any representations other than those contained in this prospectus, and you should not rely on such other information or representations.
The fund's primary investment objective is to provide long-term growth of capital with a secondary investment objective of income. The investment objectives of the fund may be changed by the Board of Trustees without shareholder approval.
The fund seeks to meet its objectives by investing, normally, at least 80%
of its assets in securities of companies that are in developing markets
countries. In complying with this 80% investment requirement, the fund invests
primarily in marketable equity securities, including convertible securities, but
its investments may include other securities, such as debt securities and
synthetic instruments. Synthetic instruments are investments that have economic
characteristics similar to the fund's direct investments, and may include
warrants, futures, options, exchange-traded funds and American Depositary
Receipts. The fund defines developing markets countries as those countries which
are not included in the MSCI World Index. The fund considers various factors
when determining whether a company is in a developing country, including whether
(1) it is organized under the laws of a developing markets country; (2) it has a
principal office in a developing markets country; (3) it derives 50% or more of
its total revenues from business in a developing markets country; or (4) its
securities are trading principally on a stock exchange, or in an
over-the-counter market, in a developing markets country. The fund will normally
invest in issuers in at least four countries, but it will invest no more than
25% of its assets in issuers in any one country. The fund also may hold no more
than 40% of its assets in any one foreign currency and securities denominated in
or indexed to such currency. The fund may invest in debt securities when
economic and other factors appear to favor such investments. The fund may also
invest up to 50% of its assets in lower-quality debt securities, i.e., "junk
bonds."
The fund may invest up to 50% of its total assets in the following types of developing market debt securities: (1) debt securities issued or guaranteed by governments, their agencies, instrumentalities or political subdivisions, or by government owned, controlled or sponsored entities, including central banks (sovereign debt), and "Brady Bonds"; (2) interests in issuers organized and operated for the purpose of restructuring the investment characteristics of sovereign debt; (3) debt securities issued by banks and other business entities; and (4) debt securities denominated in or indexed to the currencies of emerging markets. Brady Bonds are debt restructurings that provide for the exchange of cash and loans for newly issued bonds. There is no requirement with respect to the maturity or duration of debt securities in which the fund may invest. For cash management purposes, the fund may also hold a portion of its assets in cash or cash equivalents, including shares of affiliated money market funds. Any percentage limitations with respect to assets of the fund are applied at the time of purchase.
The portfolio managers focus on companies that have experienced above-average, long-term growth in earnings and have excellent prospects for future growth. In selecting countries in which the fund will invest, the portfolio managers also consider such factors as the prospect for relative economic growth among countries or regions, economic or political conditions, currency exchange fluctuations, tax considerations and the liquidity of a particular security. The portfolio managers consider whether to sell a particular security when any of these factors materially change.
The fund is non-diversified, which means it can invest a greater percentage of its assets in any one issuer than a diversified fund can. With respect to 50% of its assets, a non-diversified fund is permitted to invest more than 5% of its assets in the securities of any one issuer.
In anticipation of or in response to adverse market or other conditions, or atypical circumstances such as unusually large cash inflows or redemptions, the fund may temporarily hold all or a portion of its assets in cash, cash equivalents or high-quality debt instruments. As a result, the fund may not achieve its investment objective.
The fund may engage in active and frequent trading of portfolio securities to achieve its investment objective. If the fund does trade in this way, it may incur increased transaction costs, which can lower the actual return on your investment. Active trading may also increase short-term gains and losses, which may affect the taxes you have to pay.
There is a risk that you could lose all or a portion of your investment in the fund and that the income you may receive from your investment may vary. The value of your investment in the fund will go up and down with the prices of the securities in which the fund invests. The prices of equity securities change in response to many factors including the historical and prospective earnings of the issuer, the value of its assets, general economic conditions, interest rates, investor perceptions, and market liquidity. Debt securities are particularly vulnerable to credit risk and interest rate fluctuations. Interest rate increases may cause the price of a debt security to decrease. The longer a bond's duration, the more sensitive it is to this risk. Junk bonds are less sensitive to this risk than are higher-quality bonds.
The prices of foreign securities may be further affected by other factors, including:
- Currency exchange rates--The dollar value of the fund's foreign investments will be affected by changes in the exchange rates between the dollar and the currencies in which those investments are traded.
- Political and economic conditions--The value of the fund's foreign investments may be adversely affected by political and social instability in their home countries and by changes in economic or taxation policies in those countries.
- Regulations--Foreign companies generally are subject to less stringent regulations, including financial and accounting controls, than are U.S. companies. As a result, there generally is less publicly available information about foreign companies than about U.S. companies.
- Markets--The securities markets of other countries are smaller than U.S. securities markets. As a result, many foreign securities may be less liquid and more volatile than U.S. securities.
These factors may affect the prices of securities issued by foreign companies and governments located in developing countries more than those in countries with mature economies. For example, many developing countries have, in the past, experienced high rates of inflation or sharply devalued their currencies against the U.S. dollar, thereby causing the value of investments in companies located in those countries to decline. Transaction costs are often higher in developing countries and there may be delays in settlement procedures.
Sovereign debt securities of developing country governments are generally lower-quality debt securities. Sovereign debt securities are subject to the additional risk that, under some political, diplomatic, social or economic circumstances, some developing countries that issue lower-quality debt securities may be unable or unwilling to make principal or interest payments as they come due.
Compared to higher-quality debt securities, junk bonds involve greater risk of default or price changes due to changes in the credit quality of the issuer because they are generally unsecured and may be subordinated to other creditors' claims. The value of junk bonds often fluctuates in response to company, political or economic developments and can decline significantly over short periods of time or during periods of general or regional economic difficulty. During those times, the bonds could be difficult to value or to sell at a fair price. Credit ratings on junk bonds do not necessarily reflect their actual market risk.
Because it is non-diversified, the fund may invest in fewer issuers than if it were a diversified fund. The value of the fund's shares may vary more widely, and the fund may be subject to greater investment and credit risk, than if the fund invested more broadly.
The fund may participate in the initial public offering (IPO) market in some market cycles. Because of the fund's small asset base, any investment the fund may make in IPOs may significantly affect the fund's total return. As the fund's assets grow, the impact of IPO investments will decline, which may reduce the effect of IPO investments on the fund's total return.
An investment in the fund is not a deposit in a bank and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
The bar chart and table shown below provide an indication of the risks of investing in the fund. The fund's past performance (before and after taxes) is not necessarily an indication of its future performance.
The following bar chart shows changes in the performance of the fund's Class A shares from year to year. The bar chart does not reflect sales loads. If it did, the annual total returns shown would be lower.
ANNUAL
YEAR ENDED TOTAL
DECEMBER 31 RETURNS
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1995................................................................... -0.95%
1996................................................................... 23.59%
1997................................................................... -8.49%
1998................................................................... -35.32%
1999................................................................... 61.50%
2000................................................................... -33.45%
2001................................................................... -1.84%
2002................................................................... -9.07%
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During the periods shown in the bar chart, the highest quarterly return was 34.72% (quarter ended December 31, 2001) and the lowest quarterly return was -27.81% (quarter ended September 30, 1998).
PERFORMANCE TABLE
The following performance table compares the fund's performance to that of a broad-based securities market index. The fund's performance reflects payment of sales loads.
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS
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(for the periods ended SINCE INCEPTION
December 31, 2002) 1 YEAR 5 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
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Class A 01/11/94
Return Before Taxes (13.43)% (9.98)% (6.09)%
Return After Taxes on
Distributions (13.43) (10.19) (6.93)
Return After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of
Fund Shares (8.25) (7.68) (4.84)
Class B 11/03/97
Return Before Taxes (14.03) (10.01) (10.07)
Class C 03/01/99
Return Before Taxes (10.42) -- (1.06)
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MSCI Emerging Markets Free
Index(1) (6.00) (4.58) (4.65)(2) 12/31/93(2)
(reflects no deduction for
fees, expenses, or taxes)
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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for Class A only and after-tax returns for Class B and C will vary.
(1) The Morgan Stanley Capital International Emerging Markets Free Index
measures the performance of securities listed on the exchanges of 26
countries. The index excludes shares that are not readily purchased by
non-local investors.
(2) The average annual total return given is since the date closest to the
inception date of the class with the longest performance history.
FEE TABLE
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the fund.
SHAREHOLDER FEES -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (fees paid directly from your investment) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maximum Sales Charge (Load) Imposed on Purchases (as a percentage of offering price) 4.75% None None Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (Load) (as a percentage of original purchase price or redemption proceeds, whichever is less) None(1,2) 5.00% 1.00% -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES(3) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (expenses that are deducted from fund assets) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Management Fees 0.98% 0.98% 0.98% Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees 0.46 1.00 1.00 Other Expenses 0.91 0.91 0.91 Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses 2.35 2.89 2.89 Waiver(4) 0.35 0.35 0.35 Net Expenses(5) 2.00 2.54 2.54 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
(1) If you buy $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares and redeem these shares within 18 months from the date of purchase, you may pay a 1% contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) at the time of redemption.
(2) Effective November 1, 2002, if you are a retirement plan participant and you bought $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares, you may pay a 1% CDSC if a total redemption of the retirement plan assets occurs within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
(3) There is no guarantee that actual expenses will be the same as those shown in the table.
(4) Fee waiver has been restated to reflect current agreement. The investment advisor has contractually agreed to limit Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividend expense on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) on Class A, Class B and Class C shares to the extent necessary to limit the Total Annual Operating Expenses of Class A to 2.00% (e.g. if AIM waives 0.35% of Class A expenses, AIM will also waive 0.35% of Class B and Class C expenses).The expense limitation agreement is in effect from July 1, 2002 through June 30, 2003.
(5) Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses net of waivers and reimbursements for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002 for Class A, Class B and Class C shares were 1.84%, 2.38% and 2.38% respectively.
You may also be charged a transaction or other fee by the financial institution managing your account.
As a result of 12b-1 fees, long-term shareholders in the fund may pay more than the maximum permitted initial sales charge.
EXPENSE EXAMPLE
This example is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in different classes of the fund with the cost of investing in other mutual funds.
The example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the fund for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the fund's operating expenses remain the same. To the extent fees are waived and/or expenses are reimbursed, your expenses will be lower. Although your actual returns and costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $702 $1,174 $1,671 $3,034
Class B 792 1,195 1,723 3,087
Class C 392 895 1,523 3,214
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $702 $1,174 $1,671 $3,034
Class B 292 895 1,523 3,087
Class C 292 895 1,523 3,214
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THE ADVISORS
A I M Advisors, Inc. (the advisor) serves as the fund's investment advisor. INVESCO Asset Management Limited (the subadvisor), an affiliate of the advisor, is the fund's subadvisor and is responsible for its day-to-day management. The advisor is located at 11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77046-1173. The subadvisor is located at 30 Finsbury Square, London, EC2A 1AG, England. The advisors supervise all aspects of the fund's operations and provide investment advisory services to the fund, including obtaining and evaluating economic, statistical and financial information to formulate and implement investment programs for the fund.
The advisor has acted as an investment advisor since its organization in 1976, and the subadvisor has acted as an investment advisor since 1967. Today, the advisor, together with its subsidiaries, advises or manages over 190 investment portfolios, including the fund, encompassing a broad range of investment objectives.
ADVISOR COMPENSATION
During the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the advisor received compensation of 0.47% of average daily net assets.
PORTFOLIO MANAGERS
The advisors use a team approach to investment management. The individual members of the team (co-managers) who are primarily responsible for the management of the fund's portfolio are
- Mike Kerley, Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 2002 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1985.
- Christine Rowley, Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 1999 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1991.
They are assisted by the Developing Markets Team. More information on the fund's management team may be found on our web site (http://www.aiminvestments.com).
SALES CHARGES
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Developing Markets Fund are subject to the maximum of 4.75% initial sales charge as listed under the heading "CATEGORY II Initial Sales Charges" in the "Shareholder Information--Choosing a Share Class" section of this prospectus. Certain purchases of Class A shares at net asset value may be subject to the contingent deferred sales charge listed in that section. Purchases of Class B and Class C shares are subject to the contingent deferred sales charges listed in that section.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund expects that its distributions, if any, will consist primarily of income.
DIVIDENDS
The fund generally declares and pays dividends, if any, annually.
CAPITAL GAINS DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund generally distributes long-term and short-term capital gains, if any, annually.
The financial highlights table is intended to help you understand the fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single fund share.
The total returns in the table represent the rate that an investor would have earned (or lost) on an investment in the fund (assuming reinvestment of all dividends and distributions).
This information has been audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, whose report, along with the fund's financial statements, is included in the fund's annual report, which is available upon request.
CLASS A
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 6.32 $ 8.89 $ 9.86 $ 7.53 $ 12.56
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.01)(a) 0.15(a) 0.01(a) 0.06(a) 0.39(a)(b)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) 0.74 (2.67) (0.95) 2.36 (5.10)
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Total from investment operations 0.73 (2.52) (0.94) 2.42 (4.71)
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Redemptions fees retained -- -- 0.01 0.03 0.28
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Less dividends from net investment income (0.09) (0.05) (0.04) (0.12) (0.60)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 6.96 $ 6.32 $ 8.89 $ 9.86 $ 7.53
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Total return(c) 11.37% (28.51)% (9.52)% 33.11% (37.09)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $123,812 $110,756 $136,160 $157,198 $87,517
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets (including interest
expense):
With fee waivers 1.84%(d) 1.76% 1.87% 1.91% 1.93%
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Without fee waivers 2.35%(d) 2.26% 1.95% 2.38% 2.34%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.07)%(d) 1.95% 0.05% 0.68% 3.84%
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Ratio of interest expense to average net assets 0.01% -- 0.01% 0.01% 0.20%
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Portfolio turnover rate 109% 144% 192% 125% 111%
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(a)Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b)Net investment income per share reflects an interest payment received from the conversion of Vnesheconombank loan agreements of $0.14 per share.
(c)Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principals and does not include sales charges.
(d)Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $149,721,510.
CLASS B
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NOVEMBER 3, 1997
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 6.25 $ 8.79 $ 9.79 $ 7.49 $ 12.56
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.05)(a) 0.11(a) (0.06)(a) 0.01(a) 0.31(a)(b)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) 0.73 (2.65) (0.94) 2.37 (5.07)
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Total from investment operations 0.68 (2.54) (1.00) 2.38 (4.76)
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Redemptions fees retained -- -- -- -- 0.28
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Less dividends from net investment income (0.04) -- -- (0.08) (0.59)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 6.89 $ 6.25 $ 8.79 $ 9.79 $ 7.49
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Total return(c) 10.85% (28.90)% (10.21)% 32.14% (39.76)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $31,465 $51,040 $79,754 $49,723 $ 154
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets (including interest
expense):
With fee waivers 2.38%(d) 2.35% 2.47% 2.51% 2.68%(e)
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Without fee waivers 2.89%(d) 2.85% 2.55% 2.98% 3.09%(e)
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.61)%(d) 1.36% (0.56)% 0.08% 3.09%(e)
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Ratio of interest expense to average net assets 0.01% -- 0.01% 0.01% 0.20%(e)
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Portfolio turnover rate 109% 144% 192% 125% 111%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Net investment income per share reflects an interest payment received from the conversion of Vnesheconombank loan agreements of $0.14 per share.
(c) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principals, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is not annualized for period less than one year.
(d) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $50,449,558.
(e) Annualized.
CLASS C
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MARCH 1, 1999
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
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2002 2001 2000 1999
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 6.25 $ 8.79 $ 9.79 $ 7.47
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.05)(a) 0.10(a) (0.06)(a) --(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) 0.72 (2.64) (0.94) 2.32
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Total from investment operations 0.67 (2.54) (1.00) 2.32
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Less dividends from net investment income (0.04) -- -- --
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Net asset value, end of period $ 6.88 $ 6.25 $ 8.79 $ 9.79
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Total return(b) 10.69% (28.90)% (10.21)% 31.06%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $2,557 $ 1,682 $ 1,618 $ 412
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets (including interest
expense):
With fee waivers 2.38%(c) 2.35% 2.47% 2.51%(d)
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Without fee waivers 2.89%(c) 2.85% 2.55% 2.98%(d)
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.61)%(c) 1.36% (0.56)% 0.08%(d)
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Ratio of interest expense to average net assets 0.01% -- 0.01% 0.01%(d)
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Portfolio turnover rate 109% 144% 192% 125%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principals, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is not annualized for period less than one year.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $3,353,534.
(d) Annualized.
In addition to the fund, A I M Advisors, Inc. serves as investment advisor to many other mutual funds (the AIM Funds). The following information is about all the AIM Funds.
CHOOSING A SHARE CLASS
Many of the AIM Funds have multiple classes of shares, each class representing an interest in the same portfolio of investments. When choosing a share class, you should consult your financial advisor as to which class is most suitable for you. In addition, you should consider the factors below:
CLASS A(1) CLASS A3 CLASS B CLASS C CLASS R
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- Initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales
charge charge charge charge charge
- Reduced or waived - No contingent - Contingent - Contingent - Generally, no
initial sales deferred sales deferred sales deferred sales contingent
charge for certain charge charge on charge on deferred sales
purchases(2,3) redemptions within redemptions within charge(2)
six years one year(5)
- Generally, lower - 12b-1 fee of 0.35% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 0.50%
distribution and
service (12b-1)
fee than Class B,
Class C or Class R
shares (See "Fee
Table and Expense
Example")
- Does not convert - Converts to Class - Does not convert - Does not convert
to Class A shares A shares at the to Class A shares to Class A shares
end of the month
which is eight
years after the
date on which
shares were
purchased along
with a pro rata
portion of its
reinvested
dividends and
distributions(4)
- Generally more - Generally more - Purchase orders - Generally more - Generally, only
appropriate for appropriate for limited to amounts appropriate for available to the
long-term short-term less than $250,000 short-term following types of
investors investors investors retirement plans:
(i) all section
401 and 457 plans,
(ii) section 403
plans sponsored by
section 501(c)(3)
organizations, and
(iii) IRA
rollovers from
such plans if an
AIM Fund was
offered
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Certain AIM Funds also offer Institutional Class shares to certain eligible institutional investors; consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund were closed to new investors.
(2) A contingent deferred sales charge may apply in some cases.
(3) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
(4) AIM Money Market Fund: Class B shares convert to AIM Cash Reserve Shares.
AIM Global Trends Fund: If you held Class B shares on May 29, 1998 and continue to hold them, those shares will convert to Class A shares of that fund at the end of the month which is seven years after the date on which shares were purchased. If you exchange those shares for Class B shares of another AIM Fund, the shares into which you exchanged will not convert to Class A shares until the end of the month which is eight years after the date on which you purchased your original shares.
(5) A contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) does not apply to redemption of Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you exchange Class C shares of another AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC into AIM Short Term Bond Fund.
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE (12b-1) FEES
Each AIM Fund (except AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with respect to its Class A shares) has adopted 12b-1 plans that allow the AIM Fund to pay distribution fees to A I M Distributors, Inc. (the distributor) for the sale and distribution of its shares and fees for services provided to shareholders, all or a substantial portion of which are paid to the dealer of record. Because the AIM Fund pays these fees out of its assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges.
SALES CHARGES
Sales charges on the AIM Funds and classes of those Funds are detailed below. As used below, the term "offering price" with respect to all categories of Class A shares includes the initial sales charge.
INITIAL SALES CHARGES
The AIM Funds are grouped into three categories with respect to initial sales charges. The "Other Information" section of your prospectus will tell you in what category your particular AIM Fund is classified.
MCF--12/02
CATEGORY I INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION(1) OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 25,000 5.50% 5.82%
$ 25,000 but less than $ 50,000 5.25 5.54
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.75 4.99
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 3.00 3.09
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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(1) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
CATEGORY II INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 50,000 4.75% 4.99%
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.00 4.17
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 2.50 2.56
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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CATEGORY III INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 100,000 1.00% 1.01%
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 0.75 0.76
$250,000 but less than $1,000,000 0.50 0.50
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SHARES SOLD WITHOUT A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge on purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund.
You will not pay an initial sales charge or a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND
You can purchase $1,000,000 or more (a Large Purchase) of Class A shares of Category I and II Funds at net asset value. However, if you redeem these shares prior to 18 months after the date of purchase, they will be subject to a CDSC of 1%.
If you made a Large Purchase of Class A shares of Category III Funds at net asset value during the period November 15, 2001 through October 30, 2002, such shares will be subject to a 0.25% CDSC if you redeem them prior to 12 months after the date of purchase.
If you currently own Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund and make additional purchases (through October 30, 2002 for Category III Funds only) at net asset value that result in account balances of $1,000,000 or more, the additional shares purchased will be subject to a CDSC (an 18-month, 1% CDSC for Category I and II Fund shares, and a 12-month, 0.25% CDSC for Category III Fund shares.) The CDSC for Category III Fund shares will not apply to additional purchases made prior to November 15, 2001 or after October 30, 2002.
Some retirement plans can purchase Class A shares at their net asset value per share. Effective November 1, 2002, if the distributor paid a concession to the dealer of record in connection with a Large Purchase of Class A shares by a retirement plan, the Class A shares may be subject to a 1% CDSC at the time of redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase.
You may be charged a CDSC when you redeem AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
The distributor may pay a dealer concession and/or a service fee for Large Purchases and purchases by certain retirement plans.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS B AND CLASS C SHARES
You can purchase Class B and Class C shares at their net asset value per share. However, when you redeem them, they are subject to a CDSC in the following percentages:
YEAR SINCE PURCHASE MADE CLASS B CLASS C ---------------------------------------------------------- First 5% 1% Second 4 None Third 3 None Fourth 3 None Fifth 2 None Sixth 1 None Seventh and following None None ---------------------------------------------------------- |
You can purchase Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund at their net asset value and not subject to a CDSC. However, you may be charged a CDSC when you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS R SHARES
You can purchase Class R shares at their net asset value per share. If the distributor pays a concession to the dealer of record, however, the Class R shares are subject to a 0.75% CDSC at the time of
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redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
COMPUTING A CDSC
The CDSC on redemptions of shares is computed based on the lower of their original purchase price or current market value, net of reinvested dividends and capital gains distributions. In determining whether to charge a CDSC, we will assume that you have redeemed shares on which there is no CDSC first and, then, shares in the order of purchase.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES AND SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You may qualify for reduced sales charges or sales charge exceptions. To qualify for these reductions or exceptions, you or your financial consultant must provide sufficient information at the time of purchase to verify that your purchase qualifies for such treatment.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES
You may be eligible to buy Class A shares at reduced initial sales charge rates under Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent under certain circumstances.
RIGHTS OF ACCUMULATION
You may combine your new purchases of Class A shares with shares currently owned
(Class A, B, C or R) for the purpose of qualifying for the lower initial sales
charge rates that apply to larger purchases. The applicable initial sales charge
for the new purchase is based on the total of your current purchase and the
current value of all other shares you own.
LETTERS OF INTENT
Under a Letter of Intent (LOI), you commit to purchase a specified dollar amount
of Class A shares of AIM Funds during a 13-month period. The amount you agree to
purchase determines the initial sales charge you pay. If the full face amount of
the LOI is not invested by the end of the 13-month period, your account will be
adjusted to the higher initial sales charge level for the amount actually
invested.
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class B and Class C shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will not be taken into account in determining whether a purchase qualifies for a reduction in initial sales charges pursuant to Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent.
INITIAL SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay initial sales charges
- on shares purchased by reinvesting dividends and distributions;
- when exchanging shares among certain AIM Funds;
- when using the reinstatement privileges; and
- when a merger, consolidation, or acquisition of assets of an AIM Fund occurs.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE (CDSC) EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay a CDSC
- if you redeem Class B shares you held for more than six years;
- if you redeem Class C shares you held for more than one year;
- if you redeem Class C shares of an AIM Fund other than AIM Short Term Bond Fund and you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund;
- if you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of another AIM Fund and the original purchase was subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, at any time, less than all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, after having held them for more than one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase, all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you redeem shares acquired through reinvestment of dividends and distributions; and
- on increases in the net asset value of your shares.
There may be other situations when you may be able to purchase or redeem shares at reduced or without sales charges. Consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
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PURCHASING SHARES
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS PER AIM FUND ACCOUNT
There are no minimum investments with respect to Class R shares for AIM Fund accounts. The minimum investments with respect to Class A, A3, B and C shares for AIM Fund accounts (except for investments in AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund) are as follows:
INITIAL ADDITIONAL
TYPE OF ACCOUNT INVESTMENTS INVESTMENTS
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Savings Plans (money-purchase/profit sharing plans, 401(k) $ 0 ($25 per AIM Fund investment for $25
plans, Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) accounts, Salary salary deferrals from Savings
Reduction (SARSEP) accounts, Savings Incentive Match Plans Plans)
for Employee IRA (Simple IRA) accounts, 403(b) or 457 plans)
Automatic Investment Plans 50 25
IRA, Education IRA or Roth IRA 250 50
All other accounts 500 50
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The minimum initial investment for AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund (the Special Opportunities Funds) accounts is $10,000. The minimum subsequent investment is $1,000. The maximum amount for a single purchase order of AIM Opportunities I Fund is $250,000.
HOW TO PURCHASE SHARES
You may purchase shares using one of the options below. Purchase orders will not be processed unless the account application and purchase payment are received in good order. In accordance with the USA PATRIOT Act, if you fail to provide all the required information requested in the current account application, your purchase order will not be processed.
OPENING AN ACCOUNT ADDING TO AN ACCOUNT
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant. Same
By Mail Mail completed account application and Mail your check and the remittance slip
check to the transfer agent, A I M Fund from your confirmation statement to the
Services, Inc., P.O. Box 4739, Houston, transfer agent.
TX 77210-4739.
By Wire Mail completed account application to Call the transfer agent to receive a
the transfer agent. Call the transfer reference number. Then, use the wire
agent at (800) 959-4246 to receive a instructions at left.
reference number. Then, use the
following wire instructions:
Beneficiary Bank ABA/Routing #:
113000609
Beneficiary Account Number: 00100366807
Beneficiary Account Name: A I M Fund
Services, Inc.
RFB: Fund Name, Reference #
OBI: Your Name, Account #
By AIM Bank Connection--Servicemark-- Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Bank Connection option
methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Bank Connection
form. Mail the application or form to
the transfer agent. Once the transfer
agent has received the form, call the
transfer agent to place your purchase
order.
By AIM Internet Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Internet Connect option
Connect--Servicemark-- methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Internet Connect
Authorization Form. Mail the
application or form to the transfer
agent. Once your request for this
option has been processed (which may
take up to 10 days), you may place your
purchase order at
www.AIMinvestments.com. You may not
purchase shares in AIM prototype
retirement accounts on the internet.
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SPECIAL PLANS
AUTOMATIC INVESTMENT PLAN
You can arrange for periodic investments in any of the AIM Funds by authorizing the AIM Fund to withdraw the amount of your investment from your bank account on a day or dates you specify and in an amount of at least $25 ($1,000 for any of the Special Opportunities Funds). You may stop the Automatic Investment Plan at any time by giving the transfer agent notice ten days prior to your next scheduled withdrawal.
DOLLAR COST AVERAGING
Dollar Cost Averaging allows you to make automatic monthly or quarterly exchanges, if permitted, from one AIM Fund account to one or more other AIM Fund accounts with the identical registration. The account from which exchanges are to be made must have a minimum balance of $5,000 before you can use this option. Exchanges will occur on (or about) the 10th or 25th day of the month, whichever you specify, in the amount you specify. The minimum amount you can exchange to a Special Opportunities Fund is $1,000. The minimum amount you can exchange to another AIM Fund is $25.
AUTOMATIC DIVIDEND INVESTMENT
All of your dividends and distributions may be paid in cash or invested in any AIM Fund at net asset value. Unless you specify otherwise, your dividends and distributions will automatically be reinvested in the same AIM Fund. You may invest your dividends and distributions (1) into another AIM Fund in the same class of shares; or (2) from Class A shares into AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, or vice versa.
You must comply with the following requirements to be eligible to invest your dividends and distributions in shares of another AIM Fund:
(1) Your account balance (a) in the AIM Fund paying the dividend must be at
least $5,000; or (b) in the AIM Fund receiving the dividend must be at least
$500;
(2) Both accounts must have identical registration information; and
(3) You must have completed an authorization form to reinvest dividends into another AIM Fund.
PORTFOLIO REBALANCING PROGRAM
If you have at least $5,000 in your account, you may participate in the Portfolio Rebalancing Program. Under this Program, you can designate how the total value of your AIM Fund holdings should be rebalanced, on a percentage basis, between two and ten of your AIM Funds on a quarterly, semiannual or annual basis. Your portfolio will be rebalanced through the exchange of shares in one or more of your AIM Funds for shares of the same class of one or more other AIM Funds in your portfolio. If you wish to participate in the Program, make changes or cancel the Program, the transfer agent must receive your request to participate, changes, or cancellation in good order at least five business days prior to the next rebalancing date, which is normally the 28th day of the last month of the period you choose. You may realize taxable gains from these exchanges. We may modify, suspend or terminate the Program at any time on 60 days prior written notice.
RETIREMENT PLANS
Shares of most of the AIM Funds can be purchased through tax-sheltered retirement plans made available to corporations, individuals and employees of non-profit organizations and public schools. A plan document must be adopted to establish a retirement plan. You may use AIM sponsored retirement plans, which include IRAs, Education IRAs, Roth IRAs, 403(b) plans, 401(k) plans, SIMPLE IRA plans, SEP/SARSEP plans and Money Purchase/Profit Sharing plans, or another sponsor's retirement plan. The plan custodian of the AIM sponsored retirement plan assesses an annual maintenance fee of $10. Contact your financial consultant for details.
REDEEMING SHARES
REDEMPTION FEES
Generally, we will not charge you any fees to redeem your shares. Your broker or financial consultant may charge service fees for handling redemption transactions. Your shares also may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC).
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE PRIOR TO NOVEMBER 15, 2001.
If you purchased $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund at net asset value prior to November 15, 2001, or entered into a Letter of Intent prior to November 15, 2001 to purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
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- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
Category I or II Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Fund - Class A shares of months of initial
Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - No CDSC
Category III Category III Fund(1)
Fund(1) - Class A shares of
AIM Tax-Exempt
Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
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REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE ON AND AFTER NOVEMBER 15, 2001
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds), or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds) at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III Fund purchase of Category
III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - 0.25% if shares are
shares of Category III Fund(1) redeemed within 12
Category - Class A shares of months of initial
III Fund AIM Tax-Exempt purchase of Category
Cash Fund III Fund shares
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE AFTER OCTOBER 30, 2002
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on or after October 31, 2002, or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after October 31, 2002 at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(2) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM Money
Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III purchase of Category
Fund(1) III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - No CDSC
shares of Category III Fund(2)
Category
III - Class A shares of AIM
Fund(1) Tax-Exempt Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM Money
Market
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(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, only existing shareholders
of Class A shares of a Category III Fund may purchase such shares.
(2) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III
Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS B SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FROM AIM FLOATING RATE FUND
If you redeem Class B shares you acquired by exchange via a tender offer by AIM Floating Rate Fund, the early withdrawal charge applicable to shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will be applied instead of the CDSC normally applicable to Class B shares.
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant.
By Mail Send a written request to the transfer agent. Requests must
include (1) original signatures of all registered owners;
(2) the name of the AIM Fund and your account number; (3) if
the transfer agent does not hold your shares, endorsed share
certificates or share certificates accompanied by an
executed stock power; and (4) signature guarantees, if
necessary (see below). The transfer agent may require that
you provide additional information, such as corporate
resolutions or powers of attorney, if applicable. If you are
redeeming from an IRA account, you must include a statement
of whether or not you are at least 59 1/2 years old and
whether you wish to have federal income tax withheld from
your proceeds. The transfer agent may require certain other
information before you can redeem from an employer-sponsored
retirement plan. Contact your employer for details.
By Telephone Call the transfer agent. You will be allowed to redeem by
telephone if (1) the proceeds are to be mailed to the
address on record (if there has been no change communicated
to us within the last 30 days) or transferred electronically
to a pre-authorized checking account; (2) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (3) you can provide proper
identification information; (4) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (5) you have not
previously declined the telephone redemption privilege.
Certain accounts, including retirement accounts and 403(b)
plans, may not be redeemed by telephone. The transfer agent
must receive your call during the hours of the customary
trading session of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in
order to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
You may, with limited exceptions, redeem from an IRA account
by telephone. Redemptions from other types of retirement
accounts must be requested in writing.
By AIM Internet Connect Place your redemption request at www.AIMinvestments.com. You
will be allowed to redeem by internet if (1) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (2) you can provide proper
identification information; (3) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (4) you have
established the internet trading option. AIM prototype
retirement accounts may not be redeemed on the internet. The
transfer agent must confirm your transaction during the
hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE in order
to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
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TIMING AND METHOD OF PAYMENT
We normally will send out checks within one business day, and in any event no more than seven days, after we accept your request to redeem. If you redeem shares recently purchased by check, you will be required to wait up to ten business days before we will send your redemption proceeds. This delay is necessary to ensure that the purchase check has cleared.
REDEMPTION BY MAIL
If you mail us a request in good order to redeem your shares, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to the address on record with us. If your request is not in good order, you may have to provide us with additional documentation in order to redeem your shares.
REDEMPTION BY TELEPHONE
If you redeem by telephone, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to your address of record (if there has been no change communicated to the transfer agent within the previous 30 days) or transmit them electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by telephone are genuine and are not liable for telephone instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
REDEMPTION BY INTERNET
If you redeem by internet, we will transmit your redemption proceeds electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by internet are genuine and are not liable for internet instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
PAYMENT FOR SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWALS
You may arrange for regular monthly or quarterly withdrawals from your account of at least $50. You also may make annual withdrawals if you own Class A shares. We will redeem enough shares from your account to cover the amount withdrawn. You must have an account balance of at least $5,000 to establish a Systematic Withdrawal Plan. You can stop this plan at any time by giving ten days prior notice to the transfer agent.
EXPEDITED REDEMPTIONS
(AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
If we receive your redemption order before 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time, we will try
to transmit payment of redemption proceeds on that same day. If we receive your
redemption order after 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time and before the close of the
customary trading session of the NYSE, we generally will transmit payment on the
next business day.
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REDEMPTIONS BY CHECK
(CLASS A SHARES OF AIM TAX-EXEMPT CASH FUND AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM
MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
You may redeem shares of these AIM Funds by writing checks in amounts of $250 or
more if you have completed an authorization form. Redemption by check is not
available for retirement accounts.
SIGNATURE GUARANTEES
We require a signature guarantee when you redeem by mail and
(1) the amount is greater than $250,000;
(2) you request that payment be made to someone other than the name registered on the account;
(3) you request that payment be sent somewhere other than the bank of record on the account; or
(4) you request that payment be sent to a new address or an address that changed in the last 30 days.
The transfer agent will accept a guarantee of your signature by a number of financial institutions. Call the transfer agent for additional information. Some institutions have transaction amount maximums for these guarantees. Please check with the guarantor institution.
REINSTATEMENT PRIVILEGES
You may, within 120 days after you sell shares (except Class R shares, Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class A shares and Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of any Category I or II AIM Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
You may, within 120 days after you sell some but not all of your Class A shares of a Category III Fund, reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of that same Category III Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
The reinvestment amount must meet the subsequent investment minimum as indicated in the section "Purchasing Shares".
If you paid an initial sales charge on any reinstated amount, you will receive credit on purchases of Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
If you paid a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on any reinstated amount, you will not be subject to a CDSC if you later redeem that amount.
You must notify the transfer agent in writing at the time you reinstate that you are exercising your reinstatement privilege.
REDEMPTIONS BY THE AIM FUNDS
If your account (Class A, Class A3, Class B and Class C shares only) has been open at least one year, you have not made an additional purchase in the account during the past six calendar months, and the value of your account falls below $500 for three consecutive months due to redemptions or exchanges (excluding retirement accounts), the AIM Funds have the right to redeem the account after giving you 60 days' prior written notice. You may avoid having your account redeemed during the notice period by bringing the account value up to $500 or by utilizing the Automatic Investment Plan.
If an AIM Fund determines that you have not provided a correct Social Security or other tax ID number on your account application, the AIM Fund may, at its discretion, redeem the account and distribute the proceeds to you.
EXCHANGING SHARES
You may, under certain circumstances, exchange shares in one AIM Fund for those of another AIM Fund. Before requesting an exchange, review the prospectus of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire. Exchange privileges also apply to holders of the Connecticut General Guaranteed Account, established for tax-qualified group annuities, for contracts purchased on or before June 30, 1992.
PERMITTED EXCHANGES
Except as otherwise stated under "Exchanges Not Permitted," you generally may exchange your shares for shares of the same class of another AIM Fund.
You may also exchange:
(1) Class A shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(2) Class A shares of an AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund, AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(3) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(4) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund);
(5) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(6) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, effective February 17, 2003, and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund).
You may be required to pay an initial sales charge when exchanging from a Fund with a lower initial sales charge than the one into which you are exchanging. If you exchange into shares that are subject to a CDSC, we will begin the holding period for purposes of calculating the CDSC on the date you made your initial purchase.
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EXCHANGES NOT SUBJECT TO A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares with an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for
(a) Class A shares of another AIM Fund;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(c) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
(2) Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with an initial sales charge for
(a) one another;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund; or
(c) Class A shares of another AIM Fund, but only if
(i) you acquired the original shares before May 1, 1994; or
(ii) you acquired the original shares on or after May 1, 1994 by way of an exchange from shares with higher initial sales charges; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for
(a) Class A shares of an AIM Fund subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), but only if you acquired the original shares
(i) prior to May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge;
(ii) on or after May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund); or
(4) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund for
(a) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(b) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund.
You will not pay a CDSC or other sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares for other Class A shares;
(2) Class B shares for other Class B shares;
(3) Class C shares for other Class C shares; or
(4) Class R shares for other Class R shares.
EXCHANGES NOT PERMITTED
Certain classes of shares are not covered by the exchange privilege. You may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund for Class A shares of a Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
(2) Class A shares of a Category III Fund for Class A shares of another Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
For shares purchased prior to November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of Category III Funds purchased at net asset value for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund;
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund;
(4) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category I or II Funds that are subject to a CDSC; or
(5) on or after January 15, 2002, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category III Funds that are subject to a CDSC.
For shares purchased on or after November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of any other AIM Fund (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC or for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund or for Class A shares of any AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC, however, if you originally purchased Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund, and exchanged those shares for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, you may further exchange the AIM Cash Reserve Shares for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
EXCHANGE CONDITIONS
The following conditions apply to all exchanges:
- You must meet the minimum purchase requirements for the AIM Fund into which you are exchanging;
- Shares of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire must be available for sale in your state of residence;
- Exchanges must be made between accounts with identical registration information;
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- The account you wish to exchange from must have a certified tax identification number (or the Fund has received an appropriate Form W-8 or W-9);
- Shares must have been held for at least one day prior to the exchange;
- If you have physical share certificates, you must return them to the transfer agent prior to the exchange; and
- You are limited to a maximum of 10 exchanges per calendar year, because excessive short-term trading or market-timing activity can hurt fund performance. If you exceed that limit, or if an AIM Fund or the distributor determines, in its sole discretion, that your short-term trading is excessive or that you are engaging in market-timing activity, it may reject any additional exchange orders. An exchange is the movement out of (redemption) one AIM Fund and into (purchase) another AIM Fund.
TERMS OF EXCHANGE
Under unusual market conditions, an AIM Fund may delay the purchase of shares being acquired in an exchange for up to five business days if it determines that it would be materially disadvantaged by the immediate transfer of exchange proceeds. There is no fee for exchanges. The exchange privilege is not an option or right to purchase shares. Any of the participating AIM Funds or the distributor may modify or terminate this privilege at any time. The AIM Fund or the distributor will provide you with notice of such modification or termination whenever it is required to do so by applicable law, but may impose changes at any time for emergency purposes.
BY MAIL
If you wish to make an exchange by mail, you must include original signatures of each registered owner exactly as the shares are registered, the account registration and account number, the dollar amount or number of shares to be exchanged and the names of the AIM Funds from which and into which the exchange is to be made.
BY TELEPHONE
Conditions that apply to exchanges by telephone are the same as redemptions by telephone, including that the transfer agent must receive exchange requests during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE; however, you still will be allowed to exchange by telephone even if you have changed your address of record within the preceding 30 days.
BY INTERNET
You will be allowed to exchange by internet if (1) you do not hold physical
share certificates; (2) you can provide proper identification information; and
(3) you have established the internet trading option.
EXCHANGING CLASS B, CLASS C AND CLASS R SHARES
PRICING OF SHARES
DETERMINATION OF NET ASSET VALUE
The price of each AIM Fund's shares is the fund's net asset value per share. The AIM Funds value portfolio securities for which market quotations are readily available at market value. The AIM Funds' short-term investments are valued at amortized cost when the security has 60 days or less to maturity. AIM Money Market Fund and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund value all of their securities at amortized cost. AIM High Income Municipal Fund, AIM Municipal Bond Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund value variable rate securities that have an unconditional demand or put feature exercisable within seven days or less at par, which reflects the market value of such securities.
The AIM Funds value all other securities and assets at their fair value. Securities and other assets quoted in foreign currencies are valued in U.S. dollars based on the prevailing exchange rates on that day. In addition, if, between the time trading ends on a particular security and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE, events occur that may materially affect the value of the security, the AIM Funds may value the security at its fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Directors or Trustees of the AIM Fund. The effect of using fair value pricing is that an AIM Fund's net asset value will be subject to the judgment of the Board of Directors or Trustees or its designee instead of being determined by the market. Because some of the AIM Funds may invest in securities that are primarily listed on foreign exchanges that trade
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on days when the AIM Funds do not price their shares, the value of those funds' assets may change on days when you will not be able to purchase or redeem fund shares.
Each AIM Fund determines the net asset value of its shares on each day the NYSE is open for business, as of the close of the customary trading session, or any earlier NYSE closing time that day. AIM Money Market Fund also determines its net asset value as of 12:00 noon Eastern Time on each day the NYSE is open for business.
TIMING OF ORDERS
You can purchase, exchange or redeem shares during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE. The AIM Funds price purchase, exchange and redemption orders at the net asset value calculated after the transfer agent receives an order in good order. An AIM Fund may postpone the right of redemption only under unusual circumstances, as allowed by the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as when the NYSE restricts or suspends trading.
TAXES
In general, dividends and distributions you receive are taxable as ordinary income or long-term capital gains for federal income tax purposes, whether you reinvest them in additional shares or take them in cash. Distributions are generally taxable to you at different rates depending on the length of time the fund holds its assets. Different tax rates may apply to ordinary income and long-term capital gain distributions, regardless of how long you have held your shares. Every year, you will be sent information showing the amount of dividends and distributions you received from each AIM Fund during the prior year.
Any long-term or short-term capital gains realized from redemptions of AIM Fund shares will be subject to federal income tax. Exchanges of shares for shares of another AIM Fund are treated as a sale, and any gain realized on the transaction will generally be subject to federal income tax.
INVESTORS IN TAX-EXEMPT FUNDS SHOULD READ THE INFORMATION UNDER THE HEADING "OTHER INFORMATION -- SPECIAL TAX INFORMATION REGARDING THE FUND" IN THEIR PROSPECTUS.
The foreign, state and local tax consequences of investing in AIM Fund shares may differ materially from the federal income tax consequences described above. In addition, the preceding discussion concerning the taxability of fund dividends and distributions and of redemptions and exchanges of AIM Fund shares is inapplicable to investors that are generally exempt from federal income tax, such as retirement plans that are qualified under Section 401 of the Internal Revenue Code, individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and Roth IRAs. You should consult your tax advisor before investing.
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More information may be obtained free of charge upon request. The Statement of Additional Information (SAI), a current version of which is on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), contains more details about the fund and is incorporated by reference into the prospectus (is legally a part of this prospectus). Annual and semiannual reports to shareholders contain additional information about the fund's investments. The fund's annual report also discusses the market conditions and investment strategies that significantly affected the fund's performance during its last fiscal year.
If you have questions about this fund, another fund in The AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark-- or your account, or wish to obtain free copies of the fund's current SAI or annual or semiannual reports, please contact us
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BY MAIL: A I M Fund Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 4739
Houston, TX 77210-4739
BY TELEPHONE: (800) 347-4246
ON THE INTERNET: You can send us a request
by e-mail or download
prospectuses, annual or
semiannual reports via
our website:
http://www.aiminvestments.com
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You also can review and obtain copies of the fund's SAI, reports and other information at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC; on the EDGAR database on the SEC's Internet website (http://www.sec.gov); or, after paying a duplication fee, by sending a letter to the SEC's Public Reference Section, Washington, DC 20549-0102 or by sending an electronic mail request to publicinfo@sec.gov. Please call the SEC at 1-202-942-8090 for information about the Public Reference Room.
AIMinvestments.com DVM-PRO-1
AIM GLOBAL ENERGY FUND
March 3, 2003
Prospectus
AIM Global Energy Fund seeks to provide long-term growth
of capital.
This prospectus contains important information about the Class A, B and C shares of the fund. Please read it before investing and keep it for future reference.
As with all other mutual fund securities, the Securities and Exchange Commission has not approved or disapproved these securities or determined whether the information in this prospectus is adequate or accurate. Anyone who tells you otherwise is committing a crime.
An investment in the fund:
- is not FDIC insured;
- may lose value; and
- is not guaranteed by a bank.
INVEST WITH DISCIPLINE [AIM LOGO APPEARS HERE] --Registered Trademark-- --Servicemark-- |
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INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE AND STRATEGIES 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PRINCIPAL RISKS OF INVESTING IN THE FUND 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PERFORMANCE INFORMATION 3 ------------------------------------------------------ Annual Total Returns 3 Performance Table 3 FEE TABLE AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE 4 ------------------------------------------------------ Fee Table 4 Expense Example 4 FUND MANAGEMENT 5 ------------------------------------------------------ The Advisor 5 Advisor Compensation 5 Portfolio Managers 5 OTHER INFORMATION 5 ------------------------------------------------------ Sales Charges 5 Dividends and Distributions 5 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS 6 ------------------------------------------------------ SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION A-1 ------------------------------------------------------ Choosing a Share Class A-1 Purchasing Shares A-4 Redeeming Shares A-5 Exchanging Shares A-8 Pricing of Shares A-10 Taxes A-11 OBTAINING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Back Cover ------------------------------------------------------ |
The AIM Family of Funds, AIM and Design, AIM, AIM Funds, AIM Funds and Design, AIM Investor, AIM LINK, AIM Institutional Funds, aimfunds.com, La Familia AIM de Fondos, La Familia AIM de Fondos and Design, Invierta con DISCIPLINA and Invest with DISCIPLINE are registered service marks and AIM Bank Connection, AIM Internet Connect, AIM Private Asset Management, AIM Private Asset Management and Design, AIM Stylized and/or Design, AIM Alternative Assets and Design, AIM Investments, AIM Investments and Design, myaim.com, The AIM College Savings Plan, AIM Solo 401(k) and AIM Lifetime America are service marks of A I M Management Group Inc.
No dealer, salesperson or any other person has been authorized to give any information or to make any representations other than those contained in this prospectus, and you should not rely on such other information or representations.
The fund's investment objective is long-term growth of capital. The investment objective of the fund may be changed by the Board of Trustees without shareholder approval.
The fund seeks to meet this objective by investing, normally, at least 80% of its assets in securities of energy sector companies. In complying with this 80% investment requirement, the fund will invest primarily in marketable equity securities, including convertible securities, but its investments may include other securities, such as synthetic instruments. Synthetic instruments are investments that have economic characteristics similar to the fund's direct investments, and may include warrants, futures, options, exchange-traded funds and American Depositary Receipts. The fund considers an "energy sector company" to be one that (1) derives at least 50% of its gross income or net sales from energy sector activities; (2) devotes at least 50% of its assets to such activities, based on its most recent fiscal year; or (3) based on other available information, the advisor determines that its primary business is within the energy sector. Such companies include those that develop, produce, provide, operate, own or distribute products or services related to energy. Products or services include, but are not limited to, exploration, production, development, refinement, management, storage or distribution of oil, gas, electricity and coal, as well as nuclear, geothermal, oil shale, solar power and other alternative energy sources; onshore or offshore drilling; production and well maintenance; pipelines; energy conservation; pollution control technology; and equipment supply and services and plant design or construction. The fund may invest in debt securities issued by energy companies, or in equity and debt securities of other companies the portfolio managers believe will benefit from developments in the energy sector.
The fund will normally invest in the securities of issuers located in at least three different countries, including the United States, and may invest a significant portion of its assets in the securities of U.S. issuers. However, the fund will invest no more than 50% of its total assets in the securities of issuers in any one country, other than the U.S. The fund may invest in companies located in developing countries, i.e., those countries that are in the initial stages of their industrial cycles. The fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in lower-quality debt securities, i.e., "junk bonds." For cash management purposes, the fund may also hold a portion of its assets in cash or cash equivalents, including shares of affiliated money market funds. Any percentage limitations with respect to assets of the fund are applied at the time of purchase.
The portfolio managers allocate the fund's assets among securities of countries and in currency denominations that are expected to provide the best opportunities for meeting the fund's investment objective. In analyzing specific companies for possible investment, the portfolio managers ordinarily look for several of the following characteristics: above-average per share earnings growth; high return on invested capital; a healthy balance sheet; sound financial and accounting policies and overall financial strength; strong competitive advantages; effective research and product development and marketing; development of new technologies; efficient service; pricing flexibility; strong management; and general operating characteristics that will enable the companies to compete successfully in their respective markets. The portfolio managers consider whether to sell a particular security when any of these factors materially changes.
In anticipation of or in response to adverse market or other conditions, or atypical circumstances such as unusually large cash inflows or redemptions, the fund may temporarily hold all or a portion of its assets in cash, cash equivalents, or high-quality debt instruments. As a result, the fund may not achieve its investment objective.
The fund may engage in active and frequent trading of portfolio securities to achieve its investment objective. If the fund does trade in this way, it may incur increased transaction costs, which can lower the actual return on your investment. Active trading may also increase short-term gains and losses, which may affect the taxes you have to pay.
There is a risk that you could lose all or a portion of your investment in the fund. The value of your investment in the fund will go up and down with the prices of the securities in which the fund invests. The prices of equity securities change in response to many factors, including the historical and prospective earnings of the issuer, the value of its assets, general economic conditions, interest rates, investor perceptions, and market liquidity.
The value of the fund's shares is particularly vulnerable to factors affecting the energy industry, such as increasing regulation of the energy sector by both U.S. and foreign governments, developments in the energy sector and energy conservation initiatives. Increased energy regulations may, among other things, increase compliance costs and affect business opportunities for the companies in which the portfolio invests. The value is also affected by changing commodity prices, which can be highly volatile and are subject to risks of oversupply and reduced demand.
Because the fund focuses its investments in the energy industry, the value of your fund shares may rise and fall more than the value of shares of a fund that invests more broadly.
The prices of foreign securities may be further affected by other factors, including:
- Currency exchange rates--The dollar value of the fund's foreign investments will be affected by changes in the exchange rates
between the dollar and the currencies in which those investments are traded.
- Political and economic conditions--The value of the fund's foreign investments may be adversely affected by political and social instability in their home countries and by changes in economic or taxation policies in those countries.
- Regulations--Foreign companies generally are subject to less stringent regulations, including financial and accounting controls, than are U.S. companies. As a result, there generally is less publicly available information about foreign companies than about U.S. companies.
- Markets--The securities markets of other countries are smaller than U.S. securities markets. As a result, many foreign securities may be less liquid and their prices may be more volatile than U.S. securities.
The fund may participate in the initial public offering (IPO) market in some market cycles. Because of the fund's small asset base, any investment the fund may make in IPOs may significantly affect the fund's total return. As the fund's assets grow, the impact of IPO investments will decline, which may reduce the effect of IPO investments on the fund's total return.
An investment in the fund is not a deposit in a bank and is not insured or guaranteed by Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
The bar chart and table shown below provide an indication of the risks of investing in the fund. The fund's past performance (before and after taxes) is not necessarily an indication of its future performance.
The following bar chart shows changes in the performance of the fund's Class A shares from year to year. The bar chart does not reflect sales loads. If it did, the annual total returns shown would be lower.
ANNUAL
YEAR ENDED TOTAL
DECEMBER 31 RETURNS
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1995................................................................... 7.05%
1996................................................................... 47.19%
1997................................................................... -1.51%
1998................................................................... -34.31%
1999................................................................... 18.69%
2000................................................................... 0.77%
2001................................................................... -17.03%
2002................................................................... 6.15%
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During the periods shown in the bar chart, the highest quarterly return was 31.87% (quarter ended September 30, 1997) and the lowest quarterly return was -21.61% (quarter ended September 30, 1998).
PERFORMANCE TABLE
The following performance table compares the fund's performance to that of a broad-based securities market index. The fund's performance reflects payment of sales loads.
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS
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(for the periods ended SINCE INCEPTION
December 31, 2002) 1 YEAR 5 YEARS INCEPTION(2) DATE
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Class A 5/31/94
Return Before Taxes 1.10% (8.00)% 0.47%
Return After Taxes
on Distributions 0.85 (8.09) 0.12
Return After Taxes
on Distributions
and Sale of Fund
Shares 0.68 (6.21) 0.29
Class B 5/31/94
Return Before Taxes 0.66 (7.93) 0.58
Class C 3/01/99
Return Before Taxes 4.66 -- 2.80
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MSCI AC World Free
Index(3) (18.98) (1.94) 4.24(4) 5/31/94(4)
(reflects no
deduction for
fees, expenses,
or taxes)
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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for Class A only and after-tax returns for Class B and C will vary.
(1) A significant portion of the fund's returns during certain periods prior to 2001 was attributable to its investments in IPOs. These investments had a magnified impact when the fund's asset base was relatively small. As the fund's assets grow, the impact of IPO investments will decline, which may reduce the effect of IPOs on the fund's total return. For additional information regarding the impact of IPO investments on the fund's performance, please see the "Financial Highlights" section of this prospectus.
(2) Since Inception performance is only provided for a class with less than ten calendar years of performance.
(3) The Morgan Stanley Capital International All Country World Free Index measures the performance of securities listed on the major world stock exchanges of 47 markets, including both developed and emerging markets.
(4) The average annual total return given is since the date closest to the inception date of the class with the longest performance history.
FEE TABLE
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the fund.
SHAREHOLDER FEES -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (fees paid directly from your investment) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maximum Sales Charge (Load) Imposed on Purchases (as a percentage of offering price) 4.75% None None Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (Load) (as a percentage of original purchase price or redemption proceeds, whichever is less) None(1, 2) 5.00% 1.00% -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES(3) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (expenses that are deducted from fund assets) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Management Fees 0.98% 0.98% 0.98% Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees 0.50 1.00 1.00 Other Expenses 1.28 1.28 1.28 Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses 2.76 3.26 3.26 Fee Waivers(4) 0.76 0.76 0.76 Net Expenses 2.00 2.50 2.50 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
(1) If you buy $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares and redeem these shares within 18 months from the date of purchase, you may pay a 1% contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) at the time of redemption.
(2) Effective November 1, 2002, if you are a retirement plan participant and you bought $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares, you may pay a 1% CDSC if a total redemption of the retirement plan assets occurs within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
(3) There is no guarantee that actual expenses will be the same as those shown in the table.
(4) The investment advisor has contractually agreed to limit Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividend expense on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) on Class A, Class B and Class C shares to 2.00%, 2.50% and 2.50%, respectively. The expense limitation agreement is in effect from July 1, 2002 through June 30, 2003.
You may also be charged a transaction or other fee by the financial institution managing your account.
As a result of 12b-1 fees, long-term shareholders in the fund may pay more than the maximum permitted initial sales charge.
EXPENSE EXAMPLE
This example is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in different classes of the fund with the cost of investing in other mutual funds.
The example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the fund for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the fund's operating expenses remain the same. To the extent fees are waived and/or expenses are reimbursed, your expenses will be lower. Although your actual returns and costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $741 $1,291 $1,865 $3,418
Class B 829 1,304 1,902 3,445
Class C 429 1,004 1,702 3,558
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $741 $1,291 $1,865 $3,418
Class B 329 1,004 1,702 3,445
Class C 329 1,004 1,702 3,558
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THE ADVISOR
A I M Advisors, Inc. (the advisor) serves as the fund's investment advisor and is responsible for its day-to-day management. The advisor is located at 11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77046-1173. The advisor supervises all aspects of the fund's operations and provides investment advisory services to the fund, including obtaining and evaluating economic, statistical and financial information to formulate and implement investment programs for the fund.
The advisor has acted as an investment advisor since its organization in 1976. Today, the advisor, together with its subsidiaries, advises or manages over 190 investment portfolios, including the fund, encompassing a broad range of investment objectives.
ADVISOR COMPENSATION
During the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the advisor received compensation of 0.22% of average daily net assets.
PORTFOLIO MANAGERS
The advisor uses a team approach to investment management. The individual members of the team who are primarily responsible for the management of the fund's portfolio are
- Roger J. Mortimer (lead manager), Senior Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 1999 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1995.
- Glen Hilton, Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 2002 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 2002. From 2001 to 2002, he was a portfolio manager and senior analyst for Montgomery Asset Management, and from 1997 to 2001 he was an analyst for the same company.
More information on the fund's management team may be found on our website (http://www.aiminvestments.com).
SALES CHARGES
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Global Energy Fund are subject to the maximum 4.75% initial sales charge as listed under the heading "CATEGORY II Initial Sales Charges" in the "Shareholder Information--Choosing a Share Class" section of this prospectus. Certain purchases of Class A shares at net asset value may be subject to the contingent deferred sales charge listed in that section. Purchases of Class B and Class C shares are subject to the contingent deferred sales charges listed in that section.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund expects that its distributions, if any, will consist primarily of capital gains.
DIVIDENDS
The fund generally declares and pays dividends, if any, annually.
CAPITAL GAINS DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund generally distributes long-term and short-term capital gains, if any, annually.
The financial highlights table is intended to help you understand the fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single fund share.
The total returns in the table represent the rate that an investor would have earned (or lost) on an investment in the fund (assuming reinvestment of all dividends and distributions).
This information has been audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, whose report, along with the fund's financial statements, is included in the fund's annual report, which is available upon request.
A significant portion of the fund's returns was attributable to its investments in IPOs during certain fiscal years prior to 2001, including the fiscal year ended October 31, 2000, which had a magnified impact on the fund due to its relatively small asset base during these periods. As the fund's assets grow, the impact of IPO investments will decline, which may reduce the effect of IPO investments on the fund's total return.
CLASS A
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 10.58 $ 12.22 $ 12.12 $ 10.95 $ 20.65
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.01)(a) 0.05(a) 0.02(a) 0.02(a) (0.11)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized
and unrealized) 0.59 (1.69) 0.08 1.15 (8.91)
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Total from investment operations 0.58 (1.64) 0.10 1.17 (9.02)
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Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income (0.06) -- -- -- (0.19)
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Distributions from net realized gains -- -- -- -- (0.49)
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Total distributions (0.06) -- -- -- (0.68)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 11.10 $ 10.58 $ 12.22 $ 12.12 $ 10.95
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Total return(b) 5.56% (13.42)% 0.74% 10.68% (45.02)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $18,076 $12,224 $12,638 $15,664 $19,463
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.00%(c) 2.00% 2.00% 2.00% 1.98%
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Without fee waivers 2.76%(c) 2.84% 2.80% 2.30% 2.29%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (0.13)(c) 0.45% 0.18% 0.19% (0.75)%
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Portfolio turnover rate 152% 189% 105% 123% 201%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and does not include sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $16,127,732.
CLASS B
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 10.23 $ 11.88 $ 11.84 $ 10.75 $ 20.37
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.07)(a) (0.01)(a) (0.04)(a) (0.04)(a) (0.18)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized
and unrealized) 0.58 (1.64) 0.08 1.13 (8.76)
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Total from investment operations 0.51 (1.65) 0.04 1.09 (8.94)
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Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income (0.00) -- -- -- (0.19)
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Distributions from net realized gains -- -- -- -- (0.49)
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Total distributions (0.00) -- -- -- (0.68)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 10.74 $ 10.23 $ 11.88 $ 11.84 $ 10.75
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Total return(b) 4.99% (13.89)% 0.34% 10.14% (45.25)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $10,510 $12,010 $13,710 $20,019 $28,996
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.50%(c) 2.50% 2.50% 2.50% 2.48%
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Without fee waivers 3.26%(c) 3.34% 3.30% 2.80% 2.79%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (0.63)%(c) (0.05)% (0.32)% (0.31)% (1.25)%
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Portfolio turnover rate 152% 189% 105% 123% 201%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and does not include contingent deferred sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $12,129,059.
CLASS C
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MARCH 1, 1999
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
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2002 2001 2000 1999
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 10.24 $ 11.88 $ 11.84 $10.00
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.07)(a) (0.01)(a) (0.04)(a) (0.03)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) 0.58 (1.63) 0.08 1.87
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Total from investment operations 0.51 (1.64) 0.04 1.84
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Less dividends from net investment income (0.00) -- -- --
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Net asset value, end of period $ 10.75 $ 10.24 $ 11.88 $11.84
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Total return(b) 4.98% (13.80)% 0.34% 18.40%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $ 1,311 $ 937 $ 453 $ 41
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.50%(c) 2.50% 2.50% 2.50%(d)
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Without fee waivers 3.26%(c) 3.34% 3.30% 2.80%(d)
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.63)%(c) (0.05)% (0.32)% (0.31)%(d)
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Portfolio turnover rate 152% 189% 105% 123%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is not annualized for periods less than one year.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $1,317,975.
(d) Annualized.
In addition to the fund, A I M Advisors, Inc. serves as investment advisor to many other mutual funds (the AIM Funds). The following information is about all the AIM Funds.
CHOOSING A SHARE CLASS
Many of the AIM Funds have multiple classes of shares, each class representing an interest in the same portfolio of investments. When choosing a share class, you should consult your financial advisor as to which class is most suitable for you. In addition, you should consider the factors below:
CLASS A(1) CLASS A3 CLASS B CLASS C CLASS R
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- Initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales
charge charge charge charge charge
- Reduced or waived - No contingent - Contingent - Contingent - Generally, no
initial sales deferred sales deferred sales deferred sales contingent
charge for certain charge charge on charge on deferred sales
purchases(2,3) redemptions within redemptions within charge(2)
six years one year(5)
- Generally, lower - 12b-1 fee of 0.35% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 0.50%
distribution and
service (12b-1)
fee than Class B,
Class C or Class R
shares (See "Fee
Table and Expense
Example")
- Does not convert - Converts to Class - Does not convert - Does not convert
to Class A shares A shares at the to Class A shares to Class A shares
end of the month
which is eight
years after the
date on which
shares were
purchased along
with a pro rata
portion of its
reinvested
dividends and
distributions(4)
- Generally more - Generally more - Purchase orders - Generally more - Generally, only
appropriate for appropriate for limited to amounts appropriate for available to the
long-term short-term less than $250,000 short-term following types of
investors investors investors retirement plans:
(i) all section
401 and 457 plans,
(ii) section 403
plans sponsored by
section 501(c)(3)
organizations, and
(iii) IRA
rollovers from
such plans if an
AIM Fund was
offered
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Certain AIM Funds also offer Institutional Class shares to certain eligible institutional investors; consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund were closed to new investors.
(2) A contingent deferred sales charge may apply in some cases.
(3) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
(4) AIM Money Market Fund: Class B shares convert to AIM Cash Reserve Shares.
AIM Global Trends Fund: If you held Class B shares on May 29, 1998 and continue to hold them, those shares will convert to Class A shares of that fund at the end of the month which is seven years after the date on which shares were purchased. If you exchange those shares for Class B shares of another AIM Fund, the shares into which you exchanged will not convert to Class A shares until the end of the month which is eight years after the date on which you purchased your original shares.
(5) A contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) does not apply to redemption of Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you exchange Class C shares of another AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC into AIM Short Term Bond Fund.
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE (12b-1) FEES
Each AIM Fund (except AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with respect to its Class A shares) has adopted 12b-1 plans that allow the AIM Fund to pay distribution fees to A I M Distributors, Inc. (the distributor) for the sale and distribution of its shares and fees for services provided to shareholders, all or a substantial portion of which are paid to the dealer of record. Because the AIM Fund pays these fees out of its assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges.
SALES CHARGES
Sales charges on the AIM Funds and classes of those Funds are detailed below. As used below, the term "offering price" with respect to all categories of Class A shares includes the initial sales charge.
INITIAL SALES CHARGES
The AIM Funds are grouped into three categories with respect to initial sales charges. The "Other Information" section of your prospectus will tell you in what category your particular AIM Fund is classified.
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CATEGORY I INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION(1) OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 25,000 5.50% 5.82%
$ 25,000 but less than $ 50,000 5.25 5.54
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.75 4.99
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 3.00 3.09
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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(1) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
CATEGORY II INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 50,000 4.75% 4.99%
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.00 4.17
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 2.50 2.56
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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CATEGORY III INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 100,000 1.00% 1.01%
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 0.75 0.76
$250,000 but less than $1,000,000 0.50 0.50
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SHARES SOLD WITHOUT A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge on purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund.
You will not pay an initial sales charge or a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND
You can purchase $1,000,000 or more (a Large Purchase) of Class A shares of Category I and II Funds at net asset value. However, if you redeem these shares prior to 18 months after the date of purchase, they will be subject to a CDSC of 1%.
If you made a Large Purchase of Class A shares of Category III Funds at net asset value during the period November 15, 2001 through October 30, 2002, such shares will be subject to a 0.25% CDSC if you redeem them prior to 12 months after the date of purchase.
If you currently own Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund and make additional purchases (through October 30, 2002 for Category III Funds only) at net asset value that result in account balances of $1,000,000 or more, the additional shares purchased will be subject to a CDSC (an 18-month, 1% CDSC for Category I and II Fund shares, and a 12-month, 0.25% CDSC for Category III Fund shares.) The CDSC for Category III Fund shares will not apply to additional purchases made prior to November 15, 2001 or after October 30, 2002.
Some retirement plans can purchase Class A shares at their net asset value per share. Effective November 1, 2002, if the distributor paid a concession to the dealer of record in connection with a Large Purchase of Class A shares by a retirement plan, the Class A shares may be subject to a 1% CDSC at the time of redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase.
You may be charged a CDSC when you redeem AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
The distributor may pay a dealer concession and/or a service fee for Large Purchases and purchases by certain retirement plans.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS B AND CLASS C SHARES
You can purchase Class B and Class C shares at their net asset value per share. However, when you redeem them, they are subject to a CDSC in the following percentages:
YEAR SINCE PURCHASE MADE CLASS B CLASS C ---------------------------------------------------------- First 5% 1% Second 4 None Third 3 None Fourth 3 None Fifth 2 None Sixth 1 None Seventh and following None None ---------------------------------------------------------- |
You can purchase Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund at their net asset value and not subject to a CDSC. However, you may be charged a CDSC when you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS R SHARES
You can purchase Class R shares at their net asset value per share. If the distributor pays a concession to the dealer of record, however, the Class R shares are subject to a 0.75% CDSC at the time of
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redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
COMPUTING A CDSC
The CDSC on redemptions of shares is computed based on the lower of their original purchase price or current market value, net of reinvested dividends and capital gains distributions. In determining whether to charge a CDSC, we will assume that you have redeemed shares on which there is no CDSC first and, then, shares in the order of purchase.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES AND SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You may qualify for reduced sales charges or sales charge exceptions. To qualify for these reductions or exceptions, you or your financial consultant must provide sufficient information at the time of purchase to verify that your purchase qualifies for such treatment.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES
You may be eligible to buy Class A shares at reduced initial sales charge rates under Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent under certain circumstances.
RIGHTS OF ACCUMULATION
You may combine your new purchases of Class A shares with shares currently owned
(Class A, B, C or R) for the purpose of qualifying for the lower initial sales
charge rates that apply to larger purchases. The applicable initial sales charge
for the new purchase is based on the total of your current purchase and the
current value of all other shares you own.
LETTERS OF INTENT
Under a Letter of Intent (LOI), you commit to purchase a specified dollar amount
of Class A shares of AIM Funds during a 13-month period. The amount you agree to
purchase determines the initial sales charge you pay. If the full face amount of
the LOI is not invested by the end of the 13-month period, your account will be
adjusted to the higher initial sales charge level for the amount actually
invested.
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class B and Class C shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will not be taken into account in determining whether a purchase qualifies for a reduction in initial sales charges pursuant to Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent.
INITIAL SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay initial sales charges
- on shares purchased by reinvesting dividends and distributions;
- when exchanging shares among certain AIM Funds;
- when using the reinstatement privileges; and
- when a merger, consolidation, or acquisition of assets of an AIM Fund occurs.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE (CDSC) EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay a CDSC
- if you redeem Class B shares you held for more than six years;
- if you redeem Class C shares you held for more than one year;
- if you redeem Class C shares of an AIM Fund other than AIM Short Term Bond Fund and you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund;
- if you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of another AIM Fund and the original purchase was subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, at any time, less than all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, after having held them for more than one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase, all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you redeem shares acquired through reinvestment of dividends and distributions; and
- on increases in the net asset value of your shares.
There may be other situations when you may be able to purchase or redeem shares at reduced or without sales charges. Consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
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PURCHASING SHARES
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS PER AIM FUND ACCOUNT
There are no minimum investments with respect to Class R shares for AIM Fund accounts. The minimum investments with respect to Class A, A3, B and C shares for AIM Fund accounts (except for investments in AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund) are as follows:
INITIAL ADDITIONAL
TYPE OF ACCOUNT INVESTMENTS INVESTMENTS
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Savings Plans (money-purchase/profit sharing plans, 401(k) $ 0 ($25 per AIM Fund investment for $25
plans, Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) accounts, Salary salary deferrals from Savings
Reduction (SARSEP) accounts, Savings Incentive Match Plans Plans)
for Employee IRA (Simple IRA) accounts, 403(b) or 457 plans)
Automatic Investment Plans 50 25
IRA, Education IRA or Roth IRA 250 50
All other accounts 500 50
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The minimum initial investment for AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund (the Special Opportunities Funds) accounts is $10,000. The minimum subsequent investment is $1,000. The maximum amount for a single purchase order of AIM Opportunities I Fund is $250,000.
HOW TO PURCHASE SHARES
You may purchase shares using one of the options below. Purchase orders will not be processed unless the account application and purchase payment are received in good order. In accordance with the USA PATRIOT Act, if you fail to provide all the required information requested in the current account application, your purchase order will not be processed.
OPENING AN ACCOUNT ADDING TO AN ACCOUNT
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant. Same
By Mail Mail completed account application and Mail your check and the remittance slip
check to the transfer agent, A I M Fund from your confirmation statement to the
Services, Inc., P.O. Box 4739, Houston, transfer agent.
TX 77210-4739.
By Wire Mail completed account application to Call the transfer agent to receive a
the transfer agent. Call the transfer reference number. Then, use the wire
agent at (800) 959-4246 to receive a instructions at left.
reference number. Then, use the
following wire instructions:
Beneficiary Bank ABA/Routing #:
113000609
Beneficiary Account Number: 00100366807
Beneficiary Account Name: A I M Fund
Services, Inc.
RFB: Fund Name, Reference #
OBI: Your Name, Account #
By AIM Bank Connection--Servicemark-- Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Bank Connection option
methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Bank Connection
form. Mail the application or form to
the transfer agent. Once the transfer
agent has received the form, call the
transfer agent to place your purchase
order.
By AIM Internet Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Internet Connect option
Connect--Servicemark-- methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Internet Connect
Authorization Form. Mail the
application or form to the transfer
agent. Once your request for this
option has been processed (which may
take up to 10 days), you may place your
purchase order at
www.AIMinvestments.com. You may not
purchase shares in AIM prototype
retirement accounts on the internet.
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SPECIAL PLANS
AUTOMATIC INVESTMENT PLAN
You can arrange for periodic investments in any of the AIM Funds by authorizing the AIM Fund to withdraw the amount of your investment from your bank account on a day or dates you specify and in an amount of at least $25 ($1,000 for any of the Special Opportunities Funds). You may stop the Automatic Investment Plan at any time by giving the transfer agent notice ten days prior to your next scheduled withdrawal.
DOLLAR COST AVERAGING
Dollar Cost Averaging allows you to make automatic monthly or quarterly exchanges, if permitted, from one AIM Fund account to one or more other AIM Fund accounts with the identical registration. The account from which exchanges are to be made must have a minimum balance of $5,000 before you can use this option. Exchanges will occur on (or about) the 10th or 25th day of the month, whichever you specify, in the amount you specify. The minimum amount you can exchange to a Special Opportunities Fund is $1,000. The minimum amount you can exchange to another AIM Fund is $25.
AUTOMATIC DIVIDEND INVESTMENT
All of your dividends and distributions may be paid in cash or invested in any AIM Fund at net asset value. Unless you specify otherwise, your dividends and distributions will automatically be reinvested in the same AIM Fund. You may invest your dividends and distributions (1) into another AIM Fund in the same class of shares; or (2) from Class A shares into AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, or vice versa.
You must comply with the following requirements to be eligible to invest your dividends and distributions in shares of another AIM Fund:
(1) Your account balance (a) in the AIM Fund paying the dividend must be at
least $5,000; or (b) in the AIM Fund receiving the dividend must be at least
$500;
(2) Both accounts must have identical registration information; and
(3) You must have completed an authorization form to reinvest dividends into another AIM Fund.
PORTFOLIO REBALANCING PROGRAM
If you have at least $5,000 in your account, you may participate in the Portfolio Rebalancing Program. Under this Program, you can designate how the total value of your AIM Fund holdings should be rebalanced, on a percentage basis, between two and ten of your AIM Funds on a quarterly, semiannual or annual basis. Your portfolio will be rebalanced through the exchange of shares in one or more of your AIM Funds for shares of the same class of one or more other AIM Funds in your portfolio. If you wish to participate in the Program, make changes or cancel the Program, the transfer agent must receive your request to participate, changes, or cancellation in good order at least five business days prior to the next rebalancing date, which is normally the 28th day of the last month of the period you choose. You may realize taxable gains from these exchanges. We may modify, suspend or terminate the Program at any time on 60 days prior written notice.
RETIREMENT PLANS
Shares of most of the AIM Funds can be purchased through tax-sheltered retirement plans made available to corporations, individuals and employees of non-profit organizations and public schools. A plan document must be adopted to establish a retirement plan. You may use AIM sponsored retirement plans, which include IRAs, Education IRAs, Roth IRAs, 403(b) plans, 401(k) plans, SIMPLE IRA plans, SEP/SARSEP plans and Money Purchase/Profit Sharing plans, or another sponsor's retirement plan. The plan custodian of the AIM sponsored retirement plan assesses an annual maintenance fee of $10. Contact your financial consultant for details.
REDEEMING SHARES
REDEMPTION FEES
Generally, we will not charge you any fees to redeem your shares. Your broker or financial consultant may charge service fees for handling redemption transactions. Your shares also may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC).
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE PRIOR TO NOVEMBER 15, 2001.
If you purchased $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund at net asset value prior to November 15, 2001, or entered into a Letter of Intent prior to November 15, 2001 to purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
--------- ----------------- REDEMPTION OF SHARES
- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
Category I or II Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Fund - Class A shares of months of initial
Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - No CDSC
Category III Category III Fund(1)
Fund(1) - Class A shares of
AIM Tax-Exempt
Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
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REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE ON AND AFTER NOVEMBER 15, 2001
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds), or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds) at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III Fund purchase of Category
III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - 0.25% if shares are
shares of Category III Fund(1) redeemed within 12
Category - Class A shares of months of initial
III Fund AIM Tax-Exempt purchase of Category
Cash Fund III Fund shares
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE AFTER OCTOBER 30, 2002
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on or after October 31, 2002, or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after October 31, 2002 at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(2) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM Money
Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III purchase of Category
Fund(1) III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - No CDSC
shares of Category III Fund(2)
Category
III - Class A shares of AIM
Fund(1) Tax-Exempt Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM Money
Market
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(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, only existing shareholders
of Class A shares of a Category III Fund may purchase such shares.
(2) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III
Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS B SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FROM AIM FLOATING RATE FUND
If you redeem Class B shares you acquired by exchange via a tender offer by AIM Floating Rate Fund, the early withdrawal charge applicable to shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will be applied instead of the CDSC normally applicable to Class B shares.
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant.
By Mail Send a written request to the transfer agent. Requests must
include (1) original signatures of all registered owners;
(2) the name of the AIM Fund and your account number; (3) if
the transfer agent does not hold your shares, endorsed share
certificates or share certificates accompanied by an
executed stock power; and (4) signature guarantees, if
necessary (see below). The transfer agent may require that
you provide additional information, such as corporate
resolutions or powers of attorney, if applicable. If you are
redeeming from an IRA account, you must include a statement
of whether or not you are at least 59 1/2 years old and
whether you wish to have federal income tax withheld from
your proceeds. The transfer agent may require certain other
information before you can redeem from an employer-sponsored
retirement plan. Contact your employer for details.
By Telephone Call the transfer agent. You will be allowed to redeem by
telephone if (1) the proceeds are to be mailed to the
address on record (if there has been no change communicated
to us within the last 30 days) or transferred electronically
to a pre-authorized checking account; (2) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (3) you can provide proper
identification information; (4) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (5) you have not
previously declined the telephone redemption privilege.
Certain accounts, including retirement accounts and 403(b)
plans, may not be redeemed by telephone. The transfer agent
must receive your call during the hours of the customary
trading session of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in
order to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
You may, with limited exceptions, redeem from an IRA account
by telephone. Redemptions from other types of retirement
accounts must be requested in writing.
By AIM Internet Connect Place your redemption request at www.AIMinvestments.com. You
will be allowed to redeem by internet if (1) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (2) you can provide proper
identification information; (3) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (4) you have
established the internet trading option. AIM prototype
retirement accounts may not be redeemed on the internet. The
transfer agent must confirm your transaction during the
hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE in order
to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
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TIMING AND METHOD OF PAYMENT
We normally will send out checks within one business day, and in any event no more than seven days, after we accept your request to redeem. If you redeem shares recently purchased by check, you will be required to wait up to ten business days before we will send your redemption proceeds. This delay is necessary to ensure that the purchase check has cleared.
REDEMPTION BY MAIL
If you mail us a request in good order to redeem your shares, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to the address on record with us. If your request is not in good order, you may have to provide us with additional documentation in order to redeem your shares.
REDEMPTION BY TELEPHONE
If you redeem by telephone, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to your address of record (if there has been no change communicated to the transfer agent within the previous 30 days) or transmit them electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by telephone are genuine and are not liable for telephone instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
REDEMPTION BY INTERNET
If you redeem by internet, we will transmit your redemption proceeds electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by internet are genuine and are not liable for internet instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
PAYMENT FOR SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWALS
You may arrange for regular monthly or quarterly withdrawals from your account of at least $50. You also may make annual withdrawals if you own Class A shares. We will redeem enough shares from your account to cover the amount withdrawn. You must have an account balance of at least $5,000 to establish a Systematic Withdrawal Plan. You can stop this plan at any time by giving ten days prior notice to the transfer agent.
EXPEDITED REDEMPTIONS
(AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
If we receive your redemption order before 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time, we will try
to transmit payment of redemption proceeds on that same day. If we receive your
redemption order after 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time and before the close of the
customary trading session of the NYSE, we generally will transmit payment on the
next business day.
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REDEMPTIONS BY CHECK
(CLASS A SHARES OF AIM TAX-EXEMPT CASH FUND AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM
MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
You may redeem shares of these AIM Funds by writing checks in amounts of $250 or
more if you have completed an authorization form. Redemption by check is not
available for retirement accounts.
SIGNATURE GUARANTEES
We require a signature guarantee when you redeem by mail and
(1) the amount is greater than $250,000;
(2) you request that payment be made to someone other than the name registered on the account;
(3) you request that payment be sent somewhere other than the bank of record on the account; or
(4) you request that payment be sent to a new address or an address that changed in the last 30 days.
The transfer agent will accept a guarantee of your signature by a number of financial institutions. Call the transfer agent for additional information. Some institutions have transaction amount maximums for these guarantees. Please check with the guarantor institution.
REINSTATEMENT PRIVILEGES
You may, within 120 days after you sell shares (except Class R shares, Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class A shares and Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of any Category I or II AIM Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
You may, within 120 days after you sell some but not all of your Class A shares of a Category III Fund, reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of that same Category III Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
The reinvestment amount must meet the subsequent investment minimum as indicated in the section "Purchasing Shares".
If you paid an initial sales charge on any reinstated amount, you will receive credit on purchases of Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
If you paid a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on any reinstated amount, you will not be subject to a CDSC if you later redeem that amount.
You must notify the transfer agent in writing at the time you reinstate that you are exercising your reinstatement privilege.
REDEMPTIONS BY THE AIM FUNDS
If your account (Class A, Class A3, Class B and Class C shares only) has been open at least one year, you have not made an additional purchase in the account during the past six calendar months, and the value of your account falls below $500 for three consecutive months due to redemptions or exchanges (excluding retirement accounts), the AIM Funds have the right to redeem the account after giving you 60 days' prior written notice. You may avoid having your account redeemed during the notice period by bringing the account value up to $500 or by utilizing the Automatic Investment Plan.
If an AIM Fund determines that you have not provided a correct Social Security or other tax ID number on your account application, the AIM Fund may, at its discretion, redeem the account and distribute the proceeds to you.
EXCHANGING SHARES
You may, under certain circumstances, exchange shares in one AIM Fund for those of another AIM Fund. Before requesting an exchange, review the prospectus of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire. Exchange privileges also apply to holders of the Connecticut General Guaranteed Account, established for tax-qualified group annuities, for contracts purchased on or before June 30, 1992.
PERMITTED EXCHANGES
Except as otherwise stated under "Exchanges Not Permitted," you generally may exchange your shares for shares of the same class of another AIM Fund.
You may also exchange:
(1) Class A shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(2) Class A shares of an AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund, AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(3) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(4) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund);
(5) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(6) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, effective February 17, 2003, and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund).
You may be required to pay an initial sales charge when exchanging from a Fund with a lower initial sales charge than the one into which you are exchanging. If you exchange into shares that are subject to a CDSC, we will begin the holding period for purposes of calculating the CDSC on the date you made your initial purchase.
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EXCHANGES NOT SUBJECT TO A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares with an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for
(a) Class A shares of another AIM Fund;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(c) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
(2) Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with an initial sales charge for
(a) one another;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund; or
(c) Class A shares of another AIM Fund, but only if
(i) you acquired the original shares before May 1, 1994; or
(ii) you acquired the original shares on or after May 1, 1994 by way of an exchange from shares with higher initial sales charges; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for
(a) Class A shares of an AIM Fund subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), but only if you acquired the original shares
(i) prior to May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge;
(ii) on or after May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund); or
(4) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund for
(a) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(b) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund.
You will not pay a CDSC or other sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares for other Class A shares;
(2) Class B shares for other Class B shares;
(3) Class C shares for other Class C shares; or
(4) Class R shares for other Class R shares.
EXCHANGES NOT PERMITTED
Certain classes of shares are not covered by the exchange privilege. You may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund for Class A shares of a Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
(2) Class A shares of a Category III Fund for Class A shares of another Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
For shares purchased prior to November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of Category III Funds purchased at net asset value for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund;
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund;
(4) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category I or II Funds that are subject to a CDSC; or
(5) on or after January 15, 2002, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category III Funds that are subject to a CDSC.
For shares purchased on or after November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of any other AIM Fund (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC or for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund or for Class A shares of any AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC, however, if you originally purchased Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund, and exchanged those shares for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, you may further exchange the AIM Cash Reserve Shares for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
EXCHANGE CONDITIONS
The following conditions apply to all exchanges:
- You must meet the minimum purchase requirements for the AIM Fund into which you are exchanging;
- Shares of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire must be available for sale in your state of residence;
- Exchanges must be made between accounts with identical registration information;
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- The account you wish to exchange from must have a certified tax identification number (or the Fund has received an appropriate Form W-8 or W-9);
- Shares must have been held for at least one day prior to the exchange;
- If you have physical share certificates, you must return them to the transfer agent prior to the exchange; and
- You are limited to a maximum of 10 exchanges per calendar year, because excessive short-term trading or market-timing activity can hurt fund performance. If you exceed that limit, or if an AIM Fund or the distributor determines, in its sole discretion, that your short-term trading is excessive or that you are engaging in market-timing activity, it may reject any additional exchange orders. An exchange is the movement out of (redemption) one AIM Fund and into (purchase) another AIM Fund.
TERMS OF EXCHANGE
Under unusual market conditions, an AIM Fund may delay the purchase of shares being acquired in an exchange for up to five business days if it determines that it would be materially disadvantaged by the immediate transfer of exchange proceeds. There is no fee for exchanges. The exchange privilege is not an option or right to purchase shares. Any of the participating AIM Funds or the distributor may modify or terminate this privilege at any time. The AIM Fund or the distributor will provide you with notice of such modification or termination whenever it is required to do so by applicable law, but may impose changes at any time for emergency purposes.
BY MAIL
If you wish to make an exchange by mail, you must include original signatures of each registered owner exactly as the shares are registered, the account registration and account number, the dollar amount or number of shares to be exchanged and the names of the AIM Funds from which and into which the exchange is to be made.
BY TELEPHONE
Conditions that apply to exchanges by telephone are the same as redemptions by telephone, including that the transfer agent must receive exchange requests during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE; however, you still will be allowed to exchange by telephone even if you have changed your address of record within the preceding 30 days.
BY INTERNET
You will be allowed to exchange by internet if (1) you do not hold physical
share certificates; (2) you can provide proper identification information; and
(3) you have established the internet trading option.
EXCHANGING CLASS B, CLASS C AND CLASS R SHARES
PRICING OF SHARES
DETERMINATION OF NET ASSET VALUE
The price of each AIM Fund's shares is the fund's net asset value per share. The AIM Funds value portfolio securities for which market quotations are readily available at market value. The AIM Funds' short-term investments are valued at amortized cost when the security has 60 days or less to maturity. AIM Money Market Fund and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund value all of their securities at amortized cost. AIM High Income Municipal Fund, AIM Municipal Bond Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund value variable rate securities that have an unconditional demand or put feature exercisable within seven days or less at par, which reflects the market value of such securities.
The AIM Funds value all other securities and assets at their fair value. Securities and other assets quoted in foreign currencies are valued in U.S. dollars based on the prevailing exchange rates on that day. In addition, if, between the time trading ends on a particular security and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE, events occur that may materially affect the value of the security, the AIM Funds may value the security at its fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Directors or Trustees of the AIM Fund. The effect of using fair value pricing is that an AIM Fund's net asset value will be subject to the judgment of the Board of Directors or Trustees or its designee instead of being determined by the market. Because some of the AIM Funds may invest in securities that are primarily listed on foreign exchanges that trade
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on days when the AIM Funds do not price their shares, the value of those funds' assets may change on days when you will not be able to purchase or redeem fund shares.
Each AIM Fund determines the net asset value of its shares on each day the NYSE is open for business, as of the close of the customary trading session, or any earlier NYSE closing time that day. AIM Money Market Fund also determines its net asset value as of 12:00 noon Eastern Time on each day the NYSE is open for business.
TIMING OF ORDERS
You can purchase, exchange or redeem shares during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE. The AIM Funds price purchase, exchange and redemption orders at the net asset value calculated after the transfer agent receives an order in good order. An AIM Fund may postpone the right of redemption only under unusual circumstances, as allowed by the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as when the NYSE restricts or suspends trading.
TAXES
In general, dividends and distributions you receive are taxable as ordinary income or long-term capital gains for federal income tax purposes, whether you reinvest them in additional shares or take them in cash. Distributions are generally taxable to you at different rates depending on the length of time the fund holds its assets. Different tax rates may apply to ordinary income and long-term capital gain distributions, regardless of how long you have held your shares. Every year, you will be sent information showing the amount of dividends and distributions you received from each AIM Fund during the prior year.
Any long-term or short-term capital gains realized from redemptions of AIM Fund shares will be subject to federal income tax. Exchanges of shares for shares of another AIM Fund are treated as a sale, and any gain realized on the transaction will generally be subject to federal income tax.
INVESTORS IN TAX-EXEMPT FUNDS SHOULD READ THE INFORMATION UNDER THE HEADING "OTHER INFORMATION -- SPECIAL TAX INFORMATION REGARDING THE FUND" IN THEIR PROSPECTUS.
The foreign, state and local tax consequences of investing in AIM Fund shares may differ materially from the federal income tax consequences described above. In addition, the preceding discussion concerning the taxability of fund dividends and distributions and of redemptions and exchanges of AIM Fund shares is inapplicable to investors that are generally exempt from federal income tax, such as retirement plans that are qualified under Section 401 of the Internal Revenue Code, individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and Roth IRAs. You should consult your tax advisor before investing.
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More information may be obtained free of charge upon request. The Statement of Additional Information (SAI), a current version of which is on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), contains more details about the fund and is incorporated by reference into the prospectus (is legally a part of this prospectus). Annual and semiannual reports to shareholders contain additional information about the fund's investments. The fund's annual report also discusses the market conditions and investment strategies that significantly affected the fund's performance during its last fiscal year.
If you have questions about this fund, another fund in The AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark-- or your account, or wish to obtain free copies of the fund's current SAI or annual or semiannual reports, please contact us
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BY MAIL: A I M Fund Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 4739
Houston, TX 77210-4739
BY TELEPHONE: (800) 347-4246
ON THE INTERNET: You can send us a request
by e-mail or download
prospectuses, annual or
semiannual reports via
our website:
http://www.aiminvestments.com
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You also can review and obtain copies of the fund's SAI, reports and other information at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC; on the EDGAR data base on the SEC's Internet website (http://www.sec.gov); or, after paying a duplication fee, by sending a letter to the SEC's Public Reference Section, Washington, DC 20549-0102 or by sending an electronic mail request to publicinfo@sec.gov. Please call the SEC at 1-202-942-8090 for information about the Public Reference Room.
AIMinvestments.com GEN-PRO-1
AIM GLOBAL FINANCIAL SERVICES FUND
March 3, 2003
Prospectus
AIM Global Financial Services Fund seeks to provide
long-term growth of capital.
This prospectus contains important information about the Class A, B and C shares of the fund. Please read it before investing and keep it for future reference.
As with all other mutual fund securities, the Securities and Exchange Commission has not approved or disapproved these securities or determined whether the information in this prospectus is adequate or accurate. Anyone who tells you otherwise is committing a crime.
An investment in the fund:
- is not FDIC insured;
- may lose value; and
- is not guaranteed by a bank.
INVEST WITH DISCIPLINE [AIM LOGO APPEARS HERE]
--Registered Trademark-- --Servicemark--
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AIM GLOBAL FINANCIAL SERVICES FUND
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INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE AND STRATEGIES 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PRINCIPAL RISKS OF INVESTING IN THE FUND 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PERFORMANCE INFORMATION 2 ------------------------------------------------------ Annual Total Returns 2 Performance Table 2 FEE TABLE AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE 3 ------------------------------------------------------ Fee Table 3 Expense Example 3 FUND MANAGEMENT 4 ------------------------------------------------------ The Advisor 4 Advisor Compensation 4 Portfolio Managers 4 OTHER INFORMATION 4 ------------------------------------------------------ Sales Charges 4 Dividends and Distributions 4 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS 5 ------------------------------------------------------ SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION A-1 ------------------------------------------------------ Choosing a Share Class A-1 Purchasing Shares A-4 Redeeming Shares A-5 Exchanging Shares A-8 Pricing of Shares A-10 Taxes A-11 OBTAINING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Back Cover ------------------------------------------------------ |
The AIM Family of Funds, AIM and Design, AIM, AIM Funds, AIM Funds and Design, AIM Investor, AIM LINK, AIM Institutional Funds, aimfunds.com, La Familia AIM de Fondos, La Familia AIM de Fondos and Design, Invierta con DISCIPLINA and Invest with DISCIPLINE are registered service marks and AIM Bank Connection, AIM Internet Connect, AIM Private Asset Management, AIM Private Asset Management and Design, AIM Stylized and/or Design, AIM Alternative Assets and Design, AIM Investments, AIM Investments and Design, myaim.com, The AIM College Savings Plan, AIM Solo 401(k) and AIM Lifetime America are service marks of A I M Management Group Inc.
No dealer, salesperson or any other person has been authorized to give any information or to make any representations other than those contained in this prospectus, and you should not rely on such other information or representations.
The fund's investment objective is long-term growth of capital. The investment objective of the fund may be changed by the Board of Trustees without shareholder approval.
The fund seeks to meet this objective by investing, normally, at least 80% of its assets in securities of financial services companies. In complying with this 80% investment requirement, the fund will invest primarily in marketable equity securities, including convertible securities, and debt securities, but its investments may include other securities, such as synthetic instruments. Synthetic instruments are investments that have economic characteristics similar to the fund's direct investments, and may include warrants, futures, options, exchange-traded funds and American Depositary Receipts. The fund considers a financial services company to be one that (1) derives at least 40% of its revenues or earnings from financial services activities; or (2) devotes at least 50% of its assets to such activities, based on its most recent fiscal year. Such companies include those that provide financial services (such as commercial banks, insurance brokerages, securities brokerages, investment banks, leasing companies, and real estate-related companies).
The fund may invest in equity and debt securities of other companies the portfolio managers believe will benefit from developments in the financial services sector.
The fund will normally invest in securities of issuers in at least three countries, including the United States, and may invest a significant portion of its assets in the securities of U.S. issuers. However, the fund will invest no more than 40% of its total assets in securities of issuers in any one country, other than the U.S.
The fund may also invest up to 5% of its total assets in lower-quality debt securities, i.e., "junk bonds." For cash management purposes, the fund may also hold a portion of its assets in cash or cash equivalents, including shares of affiliated money market funds. Any percentage limitations with respect to assets of the fund are applied at the time of purchase.
The portfolio managers allocate the fund's assets among securities of countries and in currency denominations that are expected to provide the best opportunities for meeting the fund's investment objective. In analyzing specific companies for possible investment, the portfolio managers ordinarily look for several of the following characteristics: above-average per share earnings growth; high return on invested capital; a healthy balance sheet; sound financial and accounting policies and overall financial strength; strong competitive advantages; effective research and product development and marketing; development of new technologies; efficient service; pricing flexibility; strong management; and general operating characteristics that will enable the companies to compete successfully in their respective markets. The portfolio managers consider whether to sell a particular security when any of these factors materially changes.
In anticipation of or in response to adverse market or other conditions or atypical circumstances such as unusually large cash inflows or redemptions, the fund may temporarily hold all or a portion of its assets in cash, cash equivalents or high-quality debt instruments. As a result, the fund may not achieve its investment objective.
There is a risk that you could lose all or a portion of your investment in the fund. The value of your investment in the fund will go up and down with the prices of securities in which the fund invests. The prices of equity securities change in response to many factors, including the historical and prospective earnings of the issuer, the value of its assets, general economic conditions, interest rates, investor perceptions, and market liquidity.
The value of the fund's shares is particularly vulnerable to factors affecting the financial services industry, such as government regulation, rapid business changes, significant competition, and value fluctuations. Such factors may limit the financial commitments that financial services companies can make, including amounts and types of loans, and interest rates they can charge. Because the fund focuses its investments in the financial services industries, the value of your fund shares may rise and fall more than the value of shares of a fund that invests more broadly.
The prices of foreign securities may be further affected by other factors, including:
- Currency exchange rates--The dollar value of the fund's foreign investments will be affected by changes in the exchange rates between the dollar and the currencies in which those investments are traded.
- Political and economic conditions--The value of the fund's foreign investments may be adversely affected by political and social instability in their home countries and by changes in economic or taxation policies in those countries.
- Regulations--Foreign companies generally are subject to less stringent regulations, including financial and accounting controls, than are U.S. companies. As a result, there generally is less publicly available information about foreign companies than about U.S. companies.
- Markets--The securities markets of other countries are smaller than U.S. securities markets. As a result, many foreign securities may be less liquid and more volatile than U.S. securities.
The fund may participate in the initial public offering (IPO) market in some market cycles. Because of the fund's small asset base, any investment the fund may make in IPOs may significantly affect the fund's total return. As the fund's assets grow, the impact of IPO investments will decline, which may reduce the effect of IPO investments on the fund's total return.
An investment in the fund is not a deposit in a bank and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
The bar chart and table shown below provide an indication of the risks of investing in the fund. The fund's past performance (before and after taxes) is not necessarily an indication of its future performance.
The following bar chart shows changes in the performance of the fund's Class A shares from year to year. The bar chart does not reflect sales loads. If it did, the annual total returns shown would be lower.
ANNUAL
YEAR ENDED TOTAL
DECEMBER 31 RETURNS
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1995.................................................................. 19.06%
1996.................................................................. 15.21%
1997.................................................................. 30.32%
1998.................................................................. 13.13%
1999.................................................................. 24.24%
2000.................................................................. 26.43%
2001.................................................................. -9.21%
2002.................................................................. -17.48%
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During the periods shown in the bar chart, the highest quarterly return was 24.04% (quarter ended December 31, 1998) and the lowest quarterly return was -21.49% (quarter ended September 30, 1998).
PERFORMANCE TABLE
The following performance table compares the fund's performance to that of a broad-based securities market index. The fund's performance reflects payment of sales loads.
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS
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(for the periods
ended December 31, SINCE INCEPTION
2002) 1 YEAR 5 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
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Class A 05/31/94
Return Before Taxes (21.41)% 4.86% 9.38%
Return After Taxes
on Distributions (21.41) 3.46 8.08
Return After Taxes
on Distributions
and Sale of Fund
Shares (13.15) 3.39 7.31
Class B 05/31/94
Return Before Taxes (21.91) 5.04 9.50
Class C 03/01/99
Return Before Taxes (18.70) -- 3.30
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MSCI AC World Free
Index(1) (18.98) (1.94) 4.24(2) 05/31/94(2)
(reflects no
deduction for
fees, expenses,
or taxes)
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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for Class A only and after-tax returns for Class B and C will vary.
(1) The Morgan Stanley Capital International All Country World Free Index measures the performance of securities listed on the major world stock exchanges of 47 markets, including both developed and emerging markets.
(2) The average annual total return given is since the inception date of the class with the longest performance history.
FEE TABLE
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the fund.
SHAREHOLDER FEES --------------------------------------------------------------------- (fees paid directly from your investment) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C --------------------------------------------------------------------- Maximum Sales Charge (Load) Imposed on Purchases (as a percentage of offering price) 4.75% None None Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (Load) (as a percentage of original purchase price or redemption proceeds, whichever is less) None(1,2) 5.00% 1.00% --------------------------------------------------------------------- |
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES(3) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- (expenses that are deducted from fund assets) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Management Fees 0.98% 0.98% 0.98% Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees 0.50 1.00 1.00 Other Expenses 0.49 0.49 0.49 Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses(4) 1.97 2.47 2.47 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
(1) If you buy $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares and redeem these shares within 18 months from the date of purchase, you may pay a 1% contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) at the time of redemption.
(2) Effective November 1, 2002, if you are a retirement plan participant and you bought $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares, you may pay a 1% CDSC if a total redemption of the retirement plan assets occurs within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
(3) There is no guarantee that actual expenses will be the same as those shown in the table.
(4) The investment advisor has voluntarily agreed to limit Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividend expense on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) on Class A, Class B and Class C shares to 2.00%, 2.50% and 2.50% respectively. This limitation may be terminated at any time.
You may also be charged a transaction or other fee by the financial institution managing your account.
As a result of 12b-1 fees, long-term shareholders in the fund may pay more than the maximum permitted initial sales charge.
EXPENSE EXAMPLE
This example is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in different classes of the fund with the cost of investing in other mutual funds.
The example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the fund for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the fund's operating expenses remain the same. To the extent fees are waived and/or expenses are reimbursed, your expenses will be lower. Although your actual returns and costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $665 $1,064 $1,487 $2,662
Class B 750 1,070 1,516 2,683
Class C 350 770 1,316 2,806
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $665 $1,064 $1,487 $2,662
Class B 250 770 1,316 2,683
Class C 250 770 1,316 2,806
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THE ADVISOR
A I M Advisors, Inc. (the advisor) serves as the investment advisor. The advisor is located at 11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77046-1173. The advisor supervises all aspects of the fund's operations and provides investment advisory services to the fund, including obtaining and evaluating economic, statistical and financial information to formulate and implement investment programs for the fund.
The advisor has acted as an investment advisor since its organization in 1976. Today, the advisor, together with its subsidiaries, advises or manages over 190 investment portfolios, including the fund, encompassing a broad range of investment objectives.
ADVISOR COMPENSATION
During the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the advisor received compensation of 0.98% of average daily net assets.
PORTFOLIO MANAGERS
The advisor uses a team approach to investment management. The individual members of the team who are primarily responsible for the management of the fund's portfolio are
- Meggan M. Walsh (lead manager), Senior Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 2000 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1991.
- Clas G. Olsson, Senior Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 2000 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1994.
- Barrett K. Sides, Senior Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 1999 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1990.
They are assisted by the Balanced Team. More information on the fund's management team may be found on our website (http://www.aiminvestments.com).
SALES CHARGES
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Global Financial Services Fund are subject to the maximum 4.75% initial sales charge as listed under the heading "CATEGORY II Initial Sales Charges" in the "Shareholder Information--Choosing a Share Class" section of this prospectus. Certain purchases of Class A shares at net asset value may be subject to the contingent deferred sales charge listed in that section. Purchases of Class B and Class C shares are subject to the contingent deferred sales charges listed in that section.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund expects that its distributions, if any, will consist primarily of capital gains.
DIVIDENDS
The fund generally declares and pays dividends, if any, annually.
CAPITAL GAINS DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund generally distributes long-term and short-term capital gains, if any, annually.
The financial highlights table is intended to help you understand the fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single fund share.
The total returns in the table represent the rate that an investor would have earned (or lost) on an investment in the fund (assuming reinvestment of all dividends and distributions).
This information has been audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, whose report, along with the fund's financial statements, is included in the fund's annual report, which is available upon request.
CLASS A
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 20.40 $ 24.85 $ 23.23 $ 17.05 $ 17.22
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.07)(a) (0.06)(a) (0.07)(a) (0.02)(a) 0.07(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) (1.47) (4.13) 5.87 6.25 0.37
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Total from investment operations (1.54) (4.19) 5.80 6.23 0.44
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Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income -- -- (0.25) (0.02) (0.01)
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Distributions from net realized gains -- (0.26) (3.93) (0.03) (0.60)
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Total distributions -- (0.26) (4.18) (0.05) (0.61)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 18.86 $ 20.40 $ 24.85 $ 23.23 $ 17.05
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Total return(b) (7.55)% (17.03)% 30.06% 36.62% 2.53%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $108,191 $126,816 $95,393 $30,987 $28,433
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 1.97%(c) 1.85% 2.00% 1.99% 1.97%
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Without fee waivers 1.97%(c) 1.85% 2.00% 2.12% 1.99%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net
assets (0.31)%(c) (0.26)% (0.33)% (0.08)% 0.37%
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Portfolio turnover rate 51% 53% 41% 107% 111%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and does not include sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $133,779,148.
CLASS B
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 19.71 $ 24.14 $ 22.67 $ 16.71 $ 16.97
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.17)(a) (0.17)(a) (0.18)(a) (0.12)(a) (0.02)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) (1.41) (4.00) 5.72 6.11 0.37
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Total from investment operations (1.58) (4.17) 5.54 5.99 0.35
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Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income -- -- (0.14) -- (0.01)
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Distributions from net realized gains -- (0.26) (3.93) (0.03) (0.60)
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Total distributions -- (0.26) (4.07) (0.03) (0.61)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 18.13 $ 19.71 $ 24.14 $ 22.67 $ 16.71
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Total return(b) (8.02)% (17.45)% 29.40% 35.91% 2.08%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $90,838 $114,852 $92,343 $49,619 $48,785
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.47%(c) 2.35% 2.50% 2.49% 2.47%
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Without fee waivers 2.47%(c) 2.35% 2.50% 2.62% 2.49%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.81)%(c) (0.76)% (0.83)% (0.58)% (0.13)%
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Portfolio turnover rate 51% 53% 41% 107% 111%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and does not include contingent deferred sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $118,105,820.
CLASS C
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MARCH 1, 1999
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
-------------------------------------- OCTOBER 31,
2002 2001 2000 1999
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 19.71 $ 24.14 $ 22.67 $ 19.58
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.17)(a) (0.17)(a) (0.18)(a) (0.08)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) (1.41) (4.00) 5.72 3.17
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Total from investment operations (1.58) (4.17) 5.54 3.09
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Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income -- -- (0.14) --
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Distributions from net realized gains -- (0.26) (3.93) --
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Total distributions -- (0.26) (4.07) --
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Net asset value, end of period $ 18.13 $ 19.71 $ 24.14 $ 22.67
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Total return(b) (8.02)% (17.45)% 29.40% 15.78%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $27,239 $32,290 $20,944 $ 605
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.47%(c) 2.35% 2.50% 2.49%(d)
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Without fee waivers 2.47%(c) 2.35% 2.50% 2.62%(d)
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.81)%(c) (0.76)% (0.83)% (0.58)%(d)
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Portfolio turnover rate 51% 53% 41% 107%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is not annualized for periods less than one year.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $34,552,185.
(d) Annualized.
In addition to the fund, A I M Advisors, Inc. serves as investment advisor to many other mutual funds (the AIM Funds). The following information is about all the AIM Funds.
CHOOSING A SHARE CLASS
Many of the AIM Funds have multiple classes of shares, each class representing an interest in the same portfolio of investments. When choosing a share class, you should consult your financial advisor as to which class is most suitable for you. In addition, you should consider the factors below:
CLASS A(1) CLASS A3 CLASS B CLASS C CLASS R
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- Initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales
charge charge charge charge charge
- Reduced or waived - No contingent - Contingent - Contingent - Generally, no
initial sales deferred sales deferred sales deferred sales contingent
charge for certain charge charge on charge on deferred sales
purchases(2,3) redemptions within redemptions within charge(2)
six years one year(5)
- Generally, lower - 12b-1 fee of 0.35% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 0.50%
distribution and
service (12b-1)
fee than Class B,
Class C or Class R
shares (See "Fee
Table and Expense
Example")
- Does not convert - Converts to Class - Does not convert - Does not convert
to Class A shares A shares at the to Class A shares to Class A shares
end of the month
which is eight
years after the
date on which
shares were
purchased along
with a pro rata
portion of its
reinvested
dividends and
distributions(4)
- Generally more - Generally more - Purchase orders - Generally more - Generally, only
appropriate for appropriate for limited to amounts appropriate for available to the
long-term short-term less than $250,000 short-term following types of
investors investors investors retirement plans:
(i) all section
401 and 457 plans,
(ii) section 403
plans sponsored by
section 501(c)(3)
organizations, and
(iii) IRA
rollovers from
such plans if an
AIM Fund was
offered
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Certain AIM Funds also offer Institutional Class shares to certain eligible institutional investors; consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund were closed to new investors.
(2) A contingent deferred sales charge may apply in some cases.
(3) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
(4) AIM Money Market Fund: Class B shares convert to AIM Cash Reserve Shares.
AIM Global Trends Fund: If you held Class B shares on May 29, 1998 and continue to hold them, those shares will convert to Class A shares of that fund at the end of the month which is seven years after the date on which shares were purchased. If you exchange those shares for Class B shares of another AIM Fund, the shares into which you exchanged will not convert to Class A shares until the end of the month which is eight years after the date on which you purchased your original shares.
(5) A contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) does not apply to redemption of Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you exchange Class C shares of another AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC into AIM Short Term Bond Fund.
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE (12b-1) FEES
Each AIM Fund (except AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with respect to its Class A shares) has adopted 12b-1 plans that allow the AIM Fund to pay distribution fees to A I M Distributors, Inc. (the distributor) for the sale and distribution of its shares and fees for services provided to shareholders, all or a substantial portion of which are paid to the dealer of record. Because the AIM Fund pays these fees out of its assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges.
SALES CHARGES
Sales charges on the AIM Funds and classes of those Funds are detailed below. As used below, the term "offering price" with respect to all categories of Class A shares includes the initial sales charge.
INITIAL SALES CHARGES
The AIM Funds are grouped into three categories with respect to initial sales charges. The "Other Information" section of your prospectus will tell you in what category your particular AIM Fund is classified.
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CATEGORY I INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION(1) OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 25,000 5.50% 5.82%
$ 25,000 but less than $ 50,000 5.25 5.54
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.75 4.99
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 3.00 3.09
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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(1) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
CATEGORY II INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 50,000 4.75% 4.99%
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.00 4.17
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 2.50 2.56
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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CATEGORY III INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 100,000 1.00% 1.01%
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 0.75 0.76
$250,000 but less than $1,000,000 0.50 0.50
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SHARES SOLD WITHOUT A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge on purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund.
You will not pay an initial sales charge or a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND
You can purchase $1,000,000 or more (a Large Purchase) of Class A shares of Category I and II Funds at net asset value. However, if you redeem these shares prior to 18 months after the date of purchase, they will be subject to a CDSC of 1%.
If you made a Large Purchase of Class A shares of Category III Funds at net asset value during the period November 15, 2001 through October 30, 2002, such shares will be subject to a 0.25% CDSC if you redeem them prior to 12 months after the date of purchase.
If you currently own Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund and make additional purchases (through October 30, 2002 for Category III Funds only) at net asset value that result in account balances of $1,000,000 or more, the additional shares purchased will be subject to a CDSC (an 18-month, 1% CDSC for Category I and II Fund shares, and a 12-month, 0.25% CDSC for Category III Fund shares.) The CDSC for Category III Fund shares will not apply to additional purchases made prior to November 15, 2001 or after October 30, 2002.
Some retirement plans can purchase Class A shares at their net asset value per share. Effective November 1, 2002, if the distributor paid a concession to the dealer of record in connection with a Large Purchase of Class A shares by a retirement plan, the Class A shares may be subject to a 1% CDSC at the time of redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase.
You may be charged a CDSC when you redeem AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
The distributor may pay a dealer concession and/or a service fee for Large Purchases and purchases by certain retirement plans.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS B AND CLASS C SHARES
You can purchase Class B and Class C shares at their net asset value per share. However, when you redeem them, they are subject to a CDSC in the following percentages:
YEAR SINCE PURCHASE MADE CLASS B CLASS C ---------------------------------------------------------- First 5% 1% Second 4 None Third 3 None Fourth 3 None Fifth 2 None Sixth 1 None Seventh and following None None ---------------------------------------------------------- |
You can purchase Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund at their net asset value and not subject to a CDSC. However, you may be charged a CDSC when you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS R SHARES
You can purchase Class R shares at their net asset value per share. If the distributor pays a concession to the dealer of record, however, the Class R shares are subject to a 0.75% CDSC at the time of
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redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
COMPUTING A CDSC
The CDSC on redemptions of shares is computed based on the lower of their original purchase price or current market value, net of reinvested dividends and capital gains distributions. In determining whether to charge a CDSC, we will assume that you have redeemed shares on which there is no CDSC first and, then, shares in the order of purchase.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES AND SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You may qualify for reduced sales charges or sales charge exceptions. To qualify for these reductions or exceptions, you or your financial consultant must provide sufficient information at the time of purchase to verify that your purchase qualifies for such treatment.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES
You may be eligible to buy Class A shares at reduced initial sales charge rates under Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent under certain circumstances.
RIGHTS OF ACCUMULATION
You may combine your new purchases of Class A shares with shares currently owned
(Class A, B, C or R) for the purpose of qualifying for the lower initial sales
charge rates that apply to larger purchases. The applicable initial sales charge
for the new purchase is based on the total of your current purchase and the
current value of all other shares you own.
LETTERS OF INTENT
Under a Letter of Intent (LOI), you commit to purchase a specified dollar amount
of Class A shares of AIM Funds during a 13-month period. The amount you agree to
purchase determines the initial sales charge you pay. If the full face amount of
the LOI is not invested by the end of the 13-month period, your account will be
adjusted to the higher initial sales charge level for the amount actually
invested.
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class B and Class C shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will not be taken into account in determining whether a purchase qualifies for a reduction in initial sales charges pursuant to Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent.
INITIAL SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay initial sales charges
- on shares purchased by reinvesting dividends and distributions;
- when exchanging shares among certain AIM Funds;
- when using the reinstatement privileges; and
- when a merger, consolidation, or acquisition of assets of an AIM Fund occurs.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE (CDSC) EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay a CDSC
- if you redeem Class B shares you held for more than six years;
- if you redeem Class C shares you held for more than one year;
- if you redeem Class C shares of an AIM Fund other than AIM Short Term Bond Fund and you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund;
- if you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of another AIM Fund and the original purchase was subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, at any time, less than all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, after having held them for more than one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase, all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you redeem shares acquired through reinvestment of dividends and distributions; and
- on increases in the net asset value of your shares.
There may be other situations when you may be able to purchase or redeem shares at reduced or without sales charges. Consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
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PURCHASING SHARES
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS PER AIM FUND ACCOUNT
There are no minimum investments with respect to Class R shares for AIM Fund accounts. The minimum investments with respect to Class A, A3, B and C shares for AIM Fund accounts (except for investments in AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund) are as follows:
INITIAL ADDITIONAL
TYPE OF ACCOUNT INVESTMENTS INVESTMENTS
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Savings Plans (money-purchase/profit sharing plans, 401(k) $ 0 ($25 per AIM Fund investment for $25
plans, Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) accounts, Salary salary deferrals from Savings
Reduction (SARSEP) accounts, Savings Incentive Match Plans Plans)
for Employee IRA (Simple IRA) accounts, 403(b) or 457 plans)
Automatic Investment Plans 50 25
IRA, Education IRA or Roth IRA 250 50
All other accounts 500 50
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The minimum initial investment for AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund (the Special Opportunities Funds) accounts is $10,000. The minimum subsequent investment is $1,000. The maximum amount for a single purchase order of AIM Opportunities I Fund is $250,000.
HOW TO PURCHASE SHARES
You may purchase shares using one of the options below. Purchase orders will not be processed unless the account application and purchase payment are received in good order. In accordance with the USA PATRIOT Act, if you fail to provide all the required information requested in the current account application, your purchase order will not be processed.
OPENING AN ACCOUNT ADDING TO AN ACCOUNT
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant. Same
By Mail Mail completed account application and Mail your check and the remittance slip
check to the transfer agent, A I M Fund from your confirmation statement to the
Services, Inc., P.O. Box 4739, Houston, transfer agent.
TX 77210-4739.
By Wire Mail completed account application to Call the transfer agent to receive a
the transfer agent. Call the transfer reference number. Then, use the wire
agent at (800) 959-4246 to receive a instructions at left.
reference number. Then, use the
following wire instructions:
Beneficiary Bank ABA/Routing #:
113000609
Beneficiary Account Number: 00100366807
Beneficiary Account Name: A I M Fund
Services, Inc.
RFB: Fund Name, Reference #
OBI: Your Name, Account #
By AIM Bank Connection--Servicemark-- Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Bank Connection option
methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Bank Connection
form. Mail the application or form to
the transfer agent. Once the transfer
agent has received the form, call the
transfer agent to place your purchase
order.
By AIM Internet Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Internet Connect option
Connect--Servicemark-- methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Internet Connect
Authorization Form. Mail the
application or form to the transfer
agent. Once your request for this
option has been processed (which may
take up to 10 days), you may place your
purchase order at
www.AIMinvestments.com. You may not
purchase shares in AIM prototype
retirement accounts on the internet.
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SPECIAL PLANS
AUTOMATIC INVESTMENT PLAN
You can arrange for periodic investments in any of the AIM Funds by authorizing the AIM Fund to withdraw the amount of your investment from your bank account on a day or dates you specify and in an amount of at least $25 ($1,000 for any of the Special Opportunities Funds). You may stop the Automatic Investment Plan at any time by giving the transfer agent notice ten days prior to your next scheduled withdrawal.
DOLLAR COST AVERAGING
Dollar Cost Averaging allows you to make automatic monthly or quarterly exchanges, if permitted, from one AIM Fund account to one or more other AIM Fund accounts with the identical registration. The account from which exchanges are to be made must have a minimum balance of $5,000 before you can use this option. Exchanges will occur on (or about) the 10th or 25th day of the month, whichever you specify, in the amount you specify. The minimum amount you can exchange to a Special Opportunities Fund is $1,000. The minimum amount you can exchange to another AIM Fund is $25.
AUTOMATIC DIVIDEND INVESTMENT
All of your dividends and distributions may be paid in cash or invested in any AIM Fund at net asset value. Unless you specify otherwise, your dividends and distributions will automatically be reinvested in the same AIM Fund. You may invest your dividends and distributions (1) into another AIM Fund in the same class of shares; or (2) from Class A shares into AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, or vice versa.
You must comply with the following requirements to be eligible to invest your dividends and distributions in shares of another AIM Fund:
(1) Your account balance (a) in the AIM Fund paying the dividend must be at
least $5,000; or (b) in the AIM Fund receiving the dividend must be at least
$500;
(2) Both accounts must have identical registration information; and
(3) You must have completed an authorization form to reinvest dividends into another AIM Fund.
PORTFOLIO REBALANCING PROGRAM
If you have at least $5,000 in your account, you may participate in the Portfolio Rebalancing Program. Under this Program, you can designate how the total value of your AIM Fund holdings should be rebalanced, on a percentage basis, between two and ten of your AIM Funds on a quarterly, semiannual or annual basis. Your portfolio will be rebalanced through the exchange of shares in one or more of your AIM Funds for shares of the same class of one or more other AIM Funds in your portfolio. If you wish to participate in the Program, make changes or cancel the Program, the transfer agent must receive your request to participate, changes, or cancellation in good order at least five business days prior to the next rebalancing date, which is normally the 28th day of the last month of the period you choose. You may realize taxable gains from these exchanges. We may modify, suspend or terminate the Program at any time on 60 days prior written notice.
RETIREMENT PLANS
Shares of most of the AIM Funds can be purchased through tax-sheltered retirement plans made available to corporations, individuals and employees of non-profit organizations and public schools. A plan document must be adopted to establish a retirement plan. You may use AIM sponsored retirement plans, which include IRAs, Education IRAs, Roth IRAs, 403(b) plans, 401(k) plans, SIMPLE IRA plans, SEP/SARSEP plans and Money Purchase/Profit Sharing plans, or another sponsor's retirement plan. The plan custodian of the AIM sponsored retirement plan assesses an annual maintenance fee of $10. Contact your financial consultant for details.
REDEEMING SHARES
REDEMPTION FEES
Generally, we will not charge you any fees to redeem your shares. Your broker or financial consultant may charge service fees for handling redemption transactions. Your shares also may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC).
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE PRIOR TO NOVEMBER 15, 2001.
If you purchased $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund at net asset value prior to November 15, 2001, or entered into a Letter of Intent prior to November 15, 2001 to purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
--------- ----------------- REDEMPTION OF SHARES
- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
Category I or II Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Fund - Class A shares of months of initial
Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - No CDSC
Category III Category III Fund(1)
Fund(1) - Class A shares of
AIM Tax-Exempt
Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
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REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE ON AND AFTER NOVEMBER 15, 2001
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds), or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds) at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
--------- ----------------- --------------------
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III Fund purchase of Category
III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - 0.25% if shares are
shares of Category III Fund(1) redeemed within 12
Category - Class A shares of months of initial
III Fund AIM Tax-Exempt purchase of Category
Cash Fund III Fund shares
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE AFTER OCTOBER 30, 2002
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on or after October 31, 2002, or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after October 31, 2002 at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(2) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM Money
Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III purchase of Category
Fund(1) III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - No CDSC
shares of Category III Fund(2)
Category
III - Class A shares of AIM
Fund(1) Tax-Exempt Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM Money
Market
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(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, only existing shareholders
of Class A shares of a Category III Fund may purchase such shares.
(2) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III
Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS B SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FROM AIM FLOATING RATE FUND
If you redeem Class B shares you acquired by exchange via a tender offer by AIM Floating Rate Fund, the early withdrawal charge applicable to shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will be applied instead of the CDSC normally applicable to Class B shares.
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant.
By Mail Send a written request to the transfer agent. Requests must
include (1) original signatures of all registered owners;
(2) the name of the AIM Fund and your account number; (3) if
the transfer agent does not hold your shares, endorsed share
certificates or share certificates accompanied by an
executed stock power; and (4) signature guarantees, if
necessary (see below). The transfer agent may require that
you provide additional information, such as corporate
resolutions or powers of attorney, if applicable. If you are
redeeming from an IRA account, you must include a statement
of whether or not you are at least 59 1/2 years old and
whether you wish to have federal income tax withheld from
your proceeds. The transfer agent may require certain other
information before you can redeem from an employer-sponsored
retirement plan. Contact your employer for details.
By Telephone Call the transfer agent. You will be allowed to redeem by
telephone if (1) the proceeds are to be mailed to the
address on record (if there has been no change communicated
to us within the last 30 days) or transferred electronically
to a pre-authorized checking account; (2) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (3) you can provide proper
identification information; (4) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (5) you have not
previously declined the telephone redemption privilege.
Certain accounts, including retirement accounts and 403(b)
plans, may not be redeemed by telephone. The transfer agent
must receive your call during the hours of the customary
trading session of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in
order to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
You may, with limited exceptions, redeem from an IRA account
by telephone. Redemptions from other types of retirement
accounts must be requested in writing.
By AIM Internet Connect Place your redemption request at www.AIMinvestments.com. You
will be allowed to redeem by internet if (1) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (2) you can provide proper
identification information; (3) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (4) you have
established the internet trading option. AIM prototype
retirement accounts may not be redeemed on the internet. The
transfer agent must confirm your transaction during the
hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE in order
to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
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TIMING AND METHOD OF PAYMENT
We normally will send out checks within one business day, and in any event no more than seven days, after we accept your request to redeem. If you redeem shares recently purchased by check, you will be required to wait up to ten business days before we will send your redemption proceeds. This delay is necessary to ensure that the purchase check has cleared.
REDEMPTION BY MAIL
If you mail us a request in good order to redeem your shares, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to the address on record with us. If your request is not in good order, you may have to provide us with additional documentation in order to redeem your shares.
REDEMPTION BY TELEPHONE
If you redeem by telephone, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to your address of record (if there has been no change communicated to the transfer agent within the previous 30 days) or transmit them electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by telephone are genuine and are not liable for telephone instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
REDEMPTION BY INTERNET
If you redeem by internet, we will transmit your redemption proceeds electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by internet are genuine and are not liable for internet instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
PAYMENT FOR SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWALS
You may arrange for regular monthly or quarterly withdrawals from your account of at least $50. You also may make annual withdrawals if you own Class A shares. We will redeem enough shares from your account to cover the amount withdrawn. You must have an account balance of at least $5,000 to establish a Systematic Withdrawal Plan. You can stop this plan at any time by giving ten days prior notice to the transfer agent.
EXPEDITED REDEMPTIONS
(AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
If we receive your redemption order before 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time, we will try
to transmit payment of redemption proceeds on that same day. If we receive your
redemption order after 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time and before the close of the
customary trading session of the NYSE, we generally will transmit payment on the
next business day.
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REDEMPTIONS BY CHECK
(CLASS A SHARES OF AIM TAX-EXEMPT CASH FUND AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM
MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
You may redeem shares of these AIM Funds by writing checks in amounts of $250 or
more if you have completed an authorization form. Redemption by check is not
available for retirement accounts.
SIGNATURE GUARANTEES
We require a signature guarantee when you redeem by mail and
(1) the amount is greater than $250,000;
(2) you request that payment be made to someone other than the name registered on the account;
(3) you request that payment be sent somewhere other than the bank of record on the account; or
(4) you request that payment be sent to a new address or an address that changed in the last 30 days.
The transfer agent will accept a guarantee of your signature by a number of financial institutions. Call the transfer agent for additional information. Some institutions have transaction amount maximums for these guarantees. Please check with the guarantor institution.
REINSTATEMENT PRIVILEGES
You may, within 120 days after you sell shares (except Class R shares, Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class A shares and Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of any Category I or II AIM Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
You may, within 120 days after you sell some but not all of your Class A shares of a Category III Fund, reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of that same Category III Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
The reinvestment amount must meet the subsequent investment minimum as indicated in the section "Purchasing Shares".
If you paid an initial sales charge on any reinstated amount, you will receive credit on purchases of Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
If you paid a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on any reinstated amount, you will not be subject to a CDSC if you later redeem that amount.
You must notify the transfer agent in writing at the time you reinstate that you are exercising your reinstatement privilege.
REDEMPTIONS BY THE AIM FUNDS
If your account (Class A, Class A3, Class B and Class C shares only) has been open at least one year, you have not made an additional purchase in the account during the past six calendar months, and the value of your account falls below $500 for three consecutive months due to redemptions or exchanges (excluding retirement accounts), the AIM Funds have the right to redeem the account after giving you 60 days' prior written notice. You may avoid having your account redeemed during the notice period by bringing the account value up to $500 or by utilizing the Automatic Investment Plan.
If an AIM Fund determines that you have not provided a correct Social Security or other tax ID number on your account application, the AIM Fund may, at its discretion, redeem the account and distribute the proceeds to you.
EXCHANGING SHARES
You may, under certain circumstances, exchange shares in one AIM Fund for those of another AIM Fund. Before requesting an exchange, review the prospectus of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire. Exchange privileges also apply to holders of the Connecticut General Guaranteed Account, established for tax-qualified group annuities, for contracts purchased on or before June 30, 1992.
PERMITTED EXCHANGES
Except as otherwise stated under "Exchanges Not Permitted," you generally may exchange your shares for shares of the same class of another AIM Fund.
You may also exchange:
(1) Class A shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(2) Class A shares of an AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund, AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(3) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(4) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund);
(5) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(6) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, effective February 17, 2003, and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund).
You may be required to pay an initial sales charge when exchanging from a Fund with a lower initial sales charge than the one into which you are exchanging. If you exchange into shares that are subject to a CDSC, we will begin the holding period for purposes of calculating the CDSC on the date you made your initial purchase.
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EXCHANGES NOT SUBJECT TO A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares with an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for
(a) Class A shares of another AIM Fund;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(c) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
(2) Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with an initial sales charge for
(a) one another;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund; or
(c) Class A shares of another AIM Fund, but only if
(i) you acquired the original shares before May 1, 1994; or
(ii) you acquired the original shares on or after May 1, 1994 by way of an exchange from shares with higher initial sales charges; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for
(a) Class A shares of an AIM Fund subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), but only if you acquired the original shares
(i) prior to May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge;
(ii) on or after May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund); or
(4) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund for
(a) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(b) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund.
You will not pay a CDSC or other sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares for other Class A shares;
(2) Class B shares for other Class B shares;
(3) Class C shares for other Class C shares; or
(4) Class R shares for other Class R shares.
EXCHANGES NOT PERMITTED
Certain classes of shares are not covered by the exchange privilege. You may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund for Class A shares of a Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
(2) Class A shares of a Category III Fund for Class A shares of another Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
For shares purchased prior to November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of Category III Funds purchased at net asset value for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund;
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund;
(4) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category I or II Funds that are subject to a CDSC; or
(5) on or after January 15, 2002, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category III Funds that are subject to a CDSC.
For shares purchased on or after November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of any other AIM Fund (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC or for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund or for Class A shares of any AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC, however, if you originally purchased Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund, and exchanged those shares for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, you may further exchange the AIM Cash Reserve Shares for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
EXCHANGE CONDITIONS
The following conditions apply to all exchanges:
- You must meet the minimum purchase requirements for the AIM Fund into which you are exchanging;
- Shares of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire must be available for sale in your state of residence;
- Exchanges must be made between accounts with identical registration information;
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- The account you wish to exchange from must have a certified tax identification number (or the Fund has received an appropriate Form W-8 or W-9);
- Shares must have been held for at least one day prior to the exchange;
- If you have physical share certificates, you must return them to the transfer agent prior to the exchange; and
- You are limited to a maximum of 10 exchanges per calendar year, because excessive short-term trading or market-timing activity can hurt fund performance. If you exceed that limit, or if an AIM Fund or the distributor determines, in its sole discretion, that your short-term trading is excessive or that you are engaging in market-timing activity, it may reject any additional exchange orders. An exchange is the movement out of (redemption) one AIM Fund and into (purchase) another AIM Fund.
TERMS OF EXCHANGE
Under unusual market conditions, an AIM Fund may delay the purchase of shares being acquired in an exchange for up to five business days if it determines that it would be materially disadvantaged by the immediate transfer of exchange proceeds. There is no fee for exchanges. The exchange privilege is not an option or right to purchase shares. Any of the participating AIM Funds or the distributor may modify or terminate this privilege at any time. The AIM Fund or the distributor will provide you with notice of such modification or termination whenever it is required to do so by applicable law, but may impose changes at any time for emergency purposes.
BY MAIL
If you wish to make an exchange by mail, you must include original signatures of each registered owner exactly as the shares are registered, the account registration and account number, the dollar amount or number of shares to be exchanged and the names of the AIM Funds from which and into which the exchange is to be made.
BY TELEPHONE
Conditions that apply to exchanges by telephone are the same as redemptions by telephone, including that the transfer agent must receive exchange requests during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE; however, you still will be allowed to exchange by telephone even if you have changed your address of record within the preceding 30 days.
BY INTERNET
You will be allowed to exchange by internet if (1) you do not hold physical
share certificates; (2) you can provide proper identification information; and
(3) you have established the internet trading option.
EXCHANGING CLASS B, CLASS C AND CLASS R SHARES
PRICING OF SHARES
DETERMINATION OF NET ASSET VALUE
The price of each AIM Fund's shares is the fund's net asset value per share. The AIM Funds value portfolio securities for which market quotations are readily available at market value. The AIM Funds' short-term investments are valued at amortized cost when the security has 60 days or less to maturity. AIM Money Market Fund and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund value all of their securities at amortized cost. AIM High Income Municipal Fund, AIM Municipal Bond Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund value variable rate securities that have an unconditional demand or put feature exercisable within seven days or less at par, which reflects the market value of such securities.
The AIM Funds value all other securities and assets at their fair value. Securities and other assets quoted in foreign currencies are valued in U.S. dollars based on the prevailing exchange rates on that day. In addition, if, between the time trading ends on a particular security and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE, events occur that may materially affect the value of the security, the AIM Funds may value the security at its fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Directors or Trustees of the AIM Fund. The effect of using fair value pricing is that an AIM Fund's net asset value will be subject to the judgment of the Board of Directors or Trustees or its designee instead of being determined by the market. Because some of the AIM Funds may invest in securities that are primarily listed on foreign exchanges that trade
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on days when the AIM Funds do not price their shares, the value of those funds' assets may change on days when you will not be able to purchase or redeem fund shares.
Each AIM Fund determines the net asset value of its shares on each day the NYSE is open for business, as of the close of the customary trading session, or any earlier NYSE closing time that day. AIM Money Market Fund also determines its net asset value as of 12:00 noon Eastern Time on each day the NYSE is open for business.
TIMING OF ORDERS
You can purchase, exchange or redeem shares during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE. The AIM Funds price purchase, exchange and redemption orders at the net asset value calculated after the transfer agent receives an order in good order. An AIM Fund may postpone the right of redemption only under unusual circumstances, as allowed by the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as when the NYSE restricts or suspends trading.
TAXES
In general, dividends and distributions you receive are taxable as ordinary income or long-term capital gains for federal income tax purposes, whether you reinvest them in additional shares or take them in cash. Distributions are generally taxable to you at different rates depending on the length of time the fund holds its assets. Different tax rates may apply to ordinary income and long-term capital gain distributions, regardless of how long you have held your shares. Every year, you will be sent information showing the amount of dividends and distributions you received from each AIM Fund during the prior year.
Any long-term or short-term capital gains realized from redemptions of AIM Fund shares will be subject to federal income tax. Exchanges of shares for shares of another AIM Fund are treated as a sale, and any gain realized on the transaction will generally be subject to federal income tax.
INVESTORS IN TAX-EXEMPT FUNDS SHOULD READ THE INFORMATION UNDER THE HEADING "OTHER INFORMATION -- SPECIAL TAX INFORMATION REGARDING THE FUND" IN THEIR PROSPECTUS.
The foreign, state and local tax consequences of investing in AIM Fund shares may differ materially from the federal income tax consequences described above. In addition, the preceding discussion concerning the taxability of fund dividends and distributions and of redemptions and exchanges of AIM Fund shares is inapplicable to investors that are generally exempt from federal income tax, such as retirement plans that are qualified under Section 401 of the Internal Revenue Code, individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and Roth IRAs. You should consult your tax advisor before investing.
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More information may be obtained free of charge upon request. The Statement of Additional Information (SAI), a current version of which is on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), contains more details about the fund and is incorporated by reference into the prospectus (is legally a part of this prospectus). Annual and semiannual reports to shareholders contain additional information about the fund's investments. The fund's annual report also discusses the market conditions and investment strategies that significantly affected the fund's performance during its last fiscal year.
If you have questions about this fund, another fund in The AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark-- or your account, or wish to obtain free copies of the fund's current SAI or annual or semiannual reports, please contact us
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BY MAIL: A I M Fund Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 4739
Houston, TX 77210-4739
BY TELEPHONE: (800) 347-4246
ON THE INTERNET: You can send us a request
by e-mail or download
prospectuses, annual or
semiannual reports
via our website:
http://www.aiminvestments.com
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You also can review and obtain copies of the fund's SAI, reports and other information at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC; on the EDGAR database on the SEC's Internet website (http://www.sec.gov); or, after paying a duplication fee, by sending a letter to the SEC's Public Reference Section, Washington, DC 20549-0102 or by sending an electronic mail request to publicinfo@sec.gov. Please call the SEC at 1-202-942-8090 for information about the Public Reference Room.
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AIM GLOBAL HEALTH CARE FUND
March 3, 2003
Prospectus
AIM Global Health Care Fund seeks to provide long-term
growth of capital.
This prospectus contains important information about the Class A, B and C shares of the fund. Please read it before investing and keep it for future reference.
As with all other mutual fund securities, the Securities
and Exchange Commission has not approved or disapproved
these securities or determined whether the information
in this prospectus is adequate or accurate. Anyone who
tells
you otherwise is committing a crime.
An investment in the fund:
- is not FDIC insured;
- may lose value; and
- is not guaranteed by a bank.
INVEST WITH DISCIPLINE [AIM LOGO APPEARS HERE] --Registered Trademark-- --Servicemark-- |
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INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE AND STRATEGIES 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PRINCIPAL RISKS OF INVESTING IN THE FUND 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PERFORMANCE INFORMATION 3 ------------------------------------------------------ Annual Total Returns 3 Performance Table 3 FEE TABLE AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE 4 ------------------------------------------------------ Fee Table 4 Expense Example 4 FUND MANAGEMENT 5 ------------------------------------------------------ The Advisor 5 Advisor Compensation 5 Portfolio Managers 5 OTHER INFORMATION 5 ------------------------------------------------------ Sales Charges 5 Dividends and Distributions 5 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS 6 ------------------------------------------------------ SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION A-1 ------------------------------------------------------ Choosing a Share Class A-1 Purchasing Shares A-4 Redeeming Shares A-5 Exchanging Shares A-8 Pricing of Shares A-10 Taxes A-11 OBTAINING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Back Cover ------------------------------------------------------ |
The AIM Family of Funds, AIM and Design, AIM, AIM Funds, AIM Funds and Design, AIM Investor, AIM LINK, AIM Institutional Funds, aimfunds.com, La Familia AIM de Fondos, La Familia AIM de Fondos and Design, Invierta con DISCIPLINA and Invest with DISCIPLINE are registered service marks and AIM Bank Connection, AIM Internet Connect, AIM Private Asset Management, AIM Private Asset Management and Design, AIM Stylized and/or Design, AIM Alternative Assets and Design, AIM Investments, AIM Investments and Design, myaim.com, The AIM College Savings Plan, AIM Solo 401(k) and AIM Lifetime America are service marks of A I M Management Group Inc.
No dealer, salesperson or any other person has been authorized to give any information or to make any representations other than those contained in this prospectus, and you should not rely on such other information or representations.
The fund's investment objective is long-term growth of capital. The investment objective of the fund may be changed by the Board of Trustees without shareholder approval.
The fund seeks to meet its objective by investing, normally, at least 80% of its assets in securities of health care industry companies. In complying with this 80% investment requirement, the fund will invest primarily in marketable equity securities, including convertible securities, but its investments may include other securities, such as synthetic instruments. Synthetic instruments are investments that have economic characteristics similar to the fund's direct investments, and may include warrants, futures, options, exchange-traded funds and American Depositary Receipts. The fund considers a health care industry company to be one that (1) derives at least 50% of its revenues or earnings from health care activities; or (2) devotes at least 50% of its assets to such activities, based on its most recent fiscal year. Such companies including those that design, manufacture, or sell products or services used for or in connection with health care or medicine (such as pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology research firms, companies that sell medical products, and companies that own or operate health care facilities). The fund may invest in debt securities issued by health care industry companies, or in equity and debt securities of other companies the portfolio managers believe will benefit from developments in the health care industry.
The fund will normally invest in the securities of companies located in at least three different countries, including the United States, and may invest a significant portion of its assets in the securities of U.S. issuers. However, the fund will invest no more than 50% of its total assets in the securities of issuers in any one country, other than the U.S.
The fund may invest in companies located in developing countries, i.e., those countries that are in the initial stages of their industrial cycles. The fund may also invest up to 5% of its total assets in lower-quality debt securities, i.e., "junk bonds." For cash management purposes, the fund may also hold a portion of its assets in cash or cash equivalents, including shares of affiliated money market funds. Any percentage limitations with respect to assets of the fund are applied at the time of purchase.
The portfolio managers allocate the fund's assets among securities of countries and in currency denominations that are expected to provide the best opportunities for meeting the fund's investment objective. In analyzing specific companies for possible investment, the portfolio managers ordinarily look for several of the following characteristics: above-average per share earnings growth; high return on invested capital; a healthy balance sheet; sound financial and accounting policies and overall financial strength; strong competitive advantages; effective research and product development and marketing; development of new technologies; efficient service; pricing flexibility; strong management; and general operating characteristics that will enable the companies to compete successfully in their respective markets. The portfolio managers consider whether to sell a particular security when any of these factors materially changes.
In anticipation of or in response to adverse market or other conditions, or atypical circumstances such as unusually large cash inflows or redemptions, the fund may temporarily hold all or a portion of its assets in cash, cash equivalents or high-quality debt instruments. As a result, the fund may not achieve its investment objective.
The fund may engage in active and frequent trading of portfolio securities to achieve its investment objective. If the fund does trade in this way, it may incur increased transaction costs, which can lower the actual return on your investment. Active trading may also increase short-term gains and losses, which may affect the taxes you have to pay.
There is a risk that you could lose all or a portion of your investment in the fund. The value of your investment in the fund will go up and down with the prices of the securities in which the fund invests. The prices of equity securities change in response to many factors, including the historical and prospective earnings of the issuer, the value of its assets, general economic conditions, interest rates, investor perceptions, and market liquidity.
The value of the fund's shares is particularly vulnerable to factors affecting the health care industry, such as substantial government regulation. Government regulation may impact the demand for products and services offered by health care companies. Also, the products and services offered by health care companies may be subject to rapid obsolescence caused by scientific advances and technological innovations. Because the fund focuses its investments in the health care industry, the value of your fund shares may rise and fall more than the value of shares of a fund that invests more broadly.
The prices of foreign securities may be further affected by other factors, including:
- Currency exchange rates--The dollar value of the fund's foreign investments will be affected by changes in the exchange rates between the dollar and the currencies in which those investments are traded.
- Political and economic conditions--The value of the fund's foreign investments may be adversely affected by political and social instability in their home countries and by changes in economic or taxation policies in those countries.
- Regulations--Foreign companies generally are subject to less stringent regulations, including financial and accounting controls, than are U.S. companies. As a result, there generally is less publicly available information about foreign companies than about U.S. companies.
- Markets--The securities markets of other countries are smaller than U.S. securities markets. As a result, many foreign securities may be less liquid and their prices may be more volatile than U.S. securities.
An investment in the fund is not a deposit in a bank and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
The bar chart and table shown below provide an indication of the risks of investing in the fund. The fund's past performance (before and after taxes) is not necessarily an indication of its future performance.
The following bar chart shows changes in the performance of the fund's Class A shares from year to year. The bar chart does not reflect sales loads. If it did, the annual total returns shown would be lower.
ANNUAL
YEAR ENDED TOTAL
DECEMBER 31 RETURNS
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1993................................................................... 2.61%
1994................................................................... 0.29%
1995................................................................... 36.96%
1996................................................................... 23.84%
1997................................................................... 7.96%
1998................................................................... 18.43%
1999................................................................... 5.52%
2000................................................................... 52.08%
2001................................................................... 4.70%
2002................................................................... -22.68
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During the periods shown in the bar chart, the highest quarterly return was 21.61% (quarter ended December 31, 1998) and the lowest quarterly return was -14.87% (quarter ended March 31, 1993).
PERFORMANCE TABLE
The following performance table compares the fund's performance to that of a broad-based securities market index. The fund's performance reflects payment of sales loads.
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS
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(for the periods ended December SINCE INCEPTION
31, 2002) 1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION(1) DATE
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Class A 08/07/89
Return Before Taxes (26.35)% 7.94% 10.69% --
Return After Taxes on
Distributions (26.35) 6.15 7.78 --
Return After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of
Fund Shares (16.18) 6.24 7.75 --
Class B 04/01/93
Return Before Taxes (26.91) 8.16 -- 13.08
Class C 03/01/99
Return Before Taxes (23.78) -- -- 6.64
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MSCI AC World Free Index(2) (18.98) (1.94) 6.34 --
(reflects no deduction for
fees, expenses, or taxes)
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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for Class A only and after-tax returns for Class B and C will vary.
(1) Since inception performance is only provided for a class with less than ten calendar years of performance.
(2) The Morgan Stanley Capital International All Country World Free Index measures the performance of securities listed on the major world stock exchanges of 47 markets, including both developed and emerging markets.
FEE TABLE
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the fund.
SHAREHOLDER FEES -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (fees paid directly from your investment) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maximum Sales Charge (Load) Imposed on Purchases (as a percentage of offering price) 4.75% None None Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (Load) (as a percentage of original purchase price or redemption proceeds, whichever is less) None(1,2) 5.00% 1.00% -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES(3) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (expenses that are deducted from fund assets) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Management Fees 0.96% 0.96% 0.96% Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees 0.50 1.00 1.00 Other Expenses 0.40 0.40 0.40 Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses 1.86 2.36 2.36 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
(1) If you buy $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares and redeem these shares within 18 months from the date of purchase, you may pay a 1% contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) at the time of redemption.
(2) Effective November 1, 2002, if you are a retirement plan participant and you bought $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares, you may pay a 1% CDSC if a total redemption of the retirement plan assets occurs within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
(3) There is no guarantee that actual expenses will be the same as those shown in the table.
You may also be charged a transaction or other fee by the financial institution managing your account.
As a result of 12b-1 fees, long-term shareholders in the fund may pay more than the maximum permitted initial sales charge.
EXPENSE EXAMPLE
This example is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in different classes of the fund with the cost of investing in other mutual funds.
The example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the fund for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the fund's operating expenses remain the same. To the extent fees are waived and/or expenses are reimbursed, your expenses will be lower. Although your actual returns and costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $655 $1,032 $1,433 $2,551
Class B 739 1,036 1,460 2,572
Class C 339 736 1,260 2,696
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $655 $1,032 $1,433 $2,551
Class B 239 736 1,260 2,572
Class C 239 736 1,260 2,696
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THE ADVISOR
A I M Advisors, Inc. (the advisor) serves as the fund's investment advisor and is responsible for its day-to-day management. The advisor is located at 11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77046-1173. The advisor supervises all aspects of the fund's operations and provides investment advisory services to the fund, including obtaining and evaluating economic, statistical and financial information to formulate and implement investment programs for the fund.
The advisor has acted as an investment advisor since its organization in 1976. Today, the advisor, together with its subsidiaries, advises or manages over 190 investment portfolios, including the fund, encompassing a broad range of investment objectives.
ADVISOR COMPENSATION
During the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the advisor received compensation of 0.96% of average daily net assets.
PORTFOLIO MANAGERS
The advisor uses a team approach to investment management. The individual members of the team who are primarily responsible for the management of the fund's portfolio are
- Michael Yellen (lead manager), Senior Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 1996 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1994.
- Sunaina Murthy, Senior Analyst, who has been responsible for the fund since 2002 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 2001. From 1999 to 2001, she worked as an analyst at Burrill & Company in San Francisco, CA. In 1999, Ms. Murthy earned an M.S. in biotechnology from Northwestern University and graduated cum laude from the University of Rochester in 1996 with a B.S. in molecular genetics.
More information on the fund's management team may be found on our website (http://www.aiminvestments.com).
SALES CHARGES
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Global Health Care Fund are subject to the maximum 4.75% initial sales charge as listed under the heading "CATEGORY II Initial Sales Charges" in the "Shareholder Information--Choosing a Share Class" section of this prospectus. Certain purchases of Class A shares at net asset value may be subject to the contingent deferred sales charge listed in that section. Purchases of Class B and Class C shares are subject to the contingent deferred sales charges listed in that section.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund expects that its distributions, if any, will consist primarily of capital gains.
DIVIDENDS
The fund generally declares and pays dividends, if any, annually.
CAPITAL GAINS DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund generally distributes long-term and short-term capital gains, if any, annually.
The financial highlights table is intended to help you understand the fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single fund share.
The total returns in the table represent the rate that an investor would have earned (or lost) on an investment in the fund (assuming reinvestment of all dividends and distributions).
This information has been audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, whose report, along with the fund's financial statements, is included in the fund's annual report, which is available upon request.
CLASS A
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 29.93 $ 30.12 $ 24.00 $ 20.15 $ 27.98
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.29)(a) (0.39)(a) (0.22)(a) (0.19)(a) (0.21)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized
and unrealized) (3.17) 3.44 8.62 4.04 (0.91)
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Total from investment operations (3.46) 3.05 8.40 3.85 (1.12)
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Less distributions:
Distributions from net realized gains (4.06) (3.24) (2.28) -- (6.70)
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Returns of capital -- -- -- -- (0.01)
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Total distributions (4.06) (3.24) (2.28) -- (6.71)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 22.41 $ 29.93 $ 30.12 $ 24.00 $ 20.15
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Total return(b) (13.76)% 10.85% 38.49% 19.11% (4.71)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $533,216 $588,072 $460,445 $357,747 $357,534
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets 1.86%(c) 1.75% 1.73% 1.82% 1.84%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (1.10)%(c) (1.28)% (0.85)% (0.81)% (0.98)%
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Portfolio turnover rate 153% 207% 242% 123% 187%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and does not include sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $605,477,955.
CLASS B
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 28.03 $ 28.53 $ 22.96 $ 19.37 $ 27.27
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.38)(a) (0.51)(a) (0.34)(a) (0.30)(a) (0.30)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized
and unrealized) (2.93) 3.25 8.19 3.89 (0.89)
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Total from investment operations (3.31) 2.74 7.85 3.59 (1.19)
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Less distributions:
Distributions from net realized gains (4.06) (3.24) (2.28) -- (6.70)
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Returns of capital -- -- -- -- (0.01)
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Total distributions (4.06) (3.24) (2.28) -- (6.71)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 20.66 $ 28.03 $ 28.53 $ 22.96 $ 19.37
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Total return(b) (14.21)% 10.32% 37.78% 18.53% (5.20)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $187,793 $219,036 $144,861 $102,916 $100,311
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets 2.36%(c) 2.25% 2.23% 2.33% 2.34%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (1.60)%(c) (1.78)% (1.35)% (1.32)% (1.48)%
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Portfolio turnover rate 153% 207% 242% 123% 187%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and does not include contingent deferred sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $227,790,345.
CLASS C
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MARCH 1, 1999
YEAR ENDED (DATE SALES
OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
----------------------------------- OCTOBER 31,
2002 2001 2000 1999
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 28.03 $ 28.53 $ 22.96 $22.50
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.38)(a) (0.51)(a) (0.34)(a) (0.21)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) (2.92) 3.25 8.19 0.67
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Total from investment operations (3.30) 2.74 7.85 0.46
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Less distributions from net realized gains (4.06) (3.24) (2.28) --
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Net asset value, end of period $ 20.67 $ 28.03 $ 28.53 $22.96
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Total return(b) (14.18)% 10.32% 37.77% 2.04%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $46,759 $36,366 $12,339 $1,278
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets 2.36%(c) 2.25% 2.23% 2.33%(d)
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (1.60)%(c) (1.78)% (1.35)% (1.32)%(d)
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Portfolio turnover rate 153% 207% 242% 123%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is not annualized for periods less than one year.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $49,279,944.
(d) Annualized.
In addition to the fund, A I M Advisors, Inc. serves as investment advisor to many other mutual funds (the AIM Funds). The following information is about all the AIM Funds.
CHOOSING A SHARE CLASS
Many of the AIM Funds have multiple classes of shares, each class representing an interest in the same portfolio of investments. When choosing a share class, you should consult your financial advisor as to which class is most suitable for you. In addition, you should consider the factors below:
CLASS A(1) CLASS A3 CLASS B CLASS C CLASS R
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- Initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales
charge charge charge charge charge
- Reduced or waived - No contingent - Contingent - Contingent - Generally, no
initial sales deferred sales deferred sales deferred sales contingent
charge for certain charge charge on charge on deferred sales
purchases(2,3) redemptions within redemptions within charge(2)
six years one year(5)
- Generally, lower - 12b-1 fee of 0.35% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 0.50%
distribution and
service (12b-1)
fee than Class B,
Class C or Class R
shares (See "Fee
Table and Expense
Example")
- Does not convert - Converts to Class - Does not convert - Does not convert
to Class A shares A shares at the to Class A shares to Class A shares
end of the month
which is eight
years after the
date on which
shares were
purchased along
with a pro rata
portion of its
reinvested
dividends and
distributions(4)
- Generally more - Generally more - Purchase orders - Generally more - Generally, only
appropriate for appropriate for limited to amounts appropriate for available to the
long-term short-term less than $250,000 short-term following types of
investors investors investors retirement plans:
(i) all section
401 and 457 plans,
(ii) section 403
plans sponsored by
section 501(c)(3)
organizations, and
(iii) IRA
rollovers from
such plans if an
AIM Fund was
offered
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Certain AIM Funds also offer Institutional Class shares to certain eligible institutional investors; consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund were closed to new investors.
(2) A contingent deferred sales charge may apply in some cases.
(3) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
(4) AIM Money Market Fund: Class B shares convert to AIM Cash Reserve Shares.
AIM Global Trends Fund: If you held Class B shares on May 29, 1998 and continue to hold them, those shares will convert to Class A shares of that fund at the end of the month which is seven years after the date on which shares were purchased. If you exchange those shares for Class B shares of another AIM Fund, the shares into which you exchanged will not convert to Class A shares until the end of the month which is eight years after the date on which you purchased your original shares.
(5) A contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) does not apply to redemption of Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you exchange Class C shares of another AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC into AIM Short Term Bond Fund.
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE (12b-1) FEES
Each AIM Fund (except AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with respect to its Class A shares) has adopted 12b-1 plans that allow the AIM Fund to pay distribution fees to A I M Distributors, Inc. (the distributor) for the sale and distribution of its shares and fees for services provided to shareholders, all or a substantial portion of which are paid to the dealer of record. Because the AIM Fund pays these fees out of its assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges.
SALES CHARGES
Sales charges on the AIM Funds and classes of those Funds are detailed below. As used below, the term "offering price" with respect to all categories of Class A shares includes the initial sales charge.
INITIAL SALES CHARGES
The AIM Funds are grouped into three categories with respect to initial sales charges. The "Other Information" section of your prospectus will tell you in what category your particular AIM Fund is classified.
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CATEGORY I INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION(1) OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 25,000 5.50% 5.82%
$ 25,000 but less than $ 50,000 5.25 5.54
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.75 4.99
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 3.00 3.09
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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(1) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
CATEGORY II INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 50,000 4.75% 4.99%
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.00 4.17
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 2.50 2.56
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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CATEGORY III INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 100,000 1.00% 1.01%
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 0.75 0.76
$250,000 but less than $1,000,000 0.50 0.50
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SHARES SOLD WITHOUT A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge on purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund.
You will not pay an initial sales charge or a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND
You can purchase $1,000,000 or more (a Large Purchase) of Class A shares of Category I and II Funds at net asset value. However, if you redeem these shares prior to 18 months after the date of purchase, they will be subject to a CDSC of 1%.
If you made a Large Purchase of Class A shares of Category III Funds at net asset value during the period November 15, 2001 through October 30, 2002, such shares will be subject to a 0.25% CDSC if you redeem them prior to 12 months after the date of purchase.
If you currently own Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund and make additional purchases (through October 30, 2002 for Category III Funds only) at net asset value that result in account balances of $1,000,000 or more, the additional shares purchased will be subject to a CDSC (an 18-month, 1% CDSC for Category I and II Fund shares, and a 12-month, 0.25% CDSC for Category III Fund shares.) The CDSC for Category III Fund shares will not apply to additional purchases made prior to November 15, 2001 or after October 30, 2002.
Some retirement plans can purchase Class A shares at their net asset value per share. Effective November 1, 2002, if the distributor paid a concession to the dealer of record in connection with a Large Purchase of Class A shares by a retirement plan, the Class A shares may be subject to a 1% CDSC at the time of redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase.
You may be charged a CDSC when you redeem AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
The distributor may pay a dealer concession and/or a service fee for Large Purchases and purchases by certain retirement plans.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS B AND CLASS C SHARES
You can purchase Class B and Class C shares at their net asset value per share. However, when you redeem them, they are subject to a CDSC in the following percentages:
YEAR SINCE PURCHASE MADE CLASS B CLASS C ---------------------------------------------------------- First 5% 1% Second 4 None Third 3 None Fourth 3 None Fifth 2 None Sixth 1 None Seventh and following None None ---------------------------------------------------------- |
You can purchase Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund at their net asset value and not subject to a CDSC. However, you may be charged a CDSC when you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS R SHARES
You can purchase Class R shares at their net asset value per share. If the distributor pays a concession to the dealer of record, however, the Class R shares are subject to a 0.75% CDSC at the time of
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redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
COMPUTING A CDSC
The CDSC on redemptions of shares is computed based on the lower of their original purchase price or current market value, net of reinvested dividends and capital gains distributions. In determining whether to charge a CDSC, we will assume that you have redeemed shares on which there is no CDSC first and, then, shares in the order of purchase.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES AND SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You may qualify for reduced sales charges or sales charge exceptions. To qualify for these reductions or exceptions, you or your financial consultant must provide sufficient information at the time of purchase to verify that your purchase qualifies for such treatment.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES
You may be eligible to buy Class A shares at reduced initial sales charge rates under Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent under certain circumstances.
RIGHTS OF ACCUMULATION
You may combine your new purchases of Class A shares with shares currently owned
(Class A, B, C or R) for the purpose of qualifying for the lower initial sales
charge rates that apply to larger purchases. The applicable initial sales charge
for the new purchase is based on the total of your current purchase and the
current value of all other shares you own.
LETTERS OF INTENT
Under a Letter of Intent (LOI), you commit to purchase a specified dollar amount
of Class A shares of AIM Funds during a 13-month period. The amount you agree to
purchase determines the initial sales charge you pay. If the full face amount of
the LOI is not invested by the end of the 13-month period, your account will be
adjusted to the higher initial sales charge level for the amount actually
invested.
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class B and Class C shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will not be taken into account in determining whether a purchase qualifies for a reduction in initial sales charges pursuant to Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent.
INITIAL SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay initial sales charges
- on shares purchased by reinvesting dividends and distributions;
- when exchanging shares among certain AIM Funds;
- when using the reinstatement privileges; and
- when a merger, consolidation, or acquisition of assets of an AIM Fund occurs.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE (CDSC) EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay a CDSC
- if you redeem Class B shares you held for more than six years;
- if you redeem Class C shares you held for more than one year;
- if you redeem Class C shares of an AIM Fund other than AIM Short Term Bond Fund and you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund;
- if you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of another AIM Fund and the original purchase was subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, at any time, less than all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, after having held them for more than one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase, all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you redeem shares acquired through reinvestment of dividends and distributions; and
- on increases in the net asset value of your shares.
There may be other situations when you may be able to purchase or redeem shares at reduced or without sales charges. Consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
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PURCHASING SHARES
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS PER AIM FUND ACCOUNT
There are no minimum investments with respect to Class R shares for AIM Fund accounts. The minimum investments with respect to Class A, A3, B and C shares for AIM Fund accounts (except for investments in AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund) are as follows:
INITIAL ADDITIONAL
TYPE OF ACCOUNT INVESTMENTS INVESTMENTS
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Savings Plans (money-purchase/profit sharing plans, 401(k) $ 0 ($25 per AIM Fund investment for $25
plans, Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) accounts, Salary salary deferrals from Savings
Reduction (SARSEP) accounts, Savings Incentive Match Plans Plans)
for Employee IRA (Simple IRA) accounts, 403(b) or 457 plans)
Automatic Investment Plans 50 25
IRA, Education IRA or Roth IRA 250 50
All other accounts 500 50
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The minimum initial investment for AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund (the Special Opportunities Funds) accounts is $10,000. The minimum subsequent investment is $1,000. The maximum amount for a single purchase order of AIM Opportunities I Fund is $250,000.
HOW TO PURCHASE SHARES
You may purchase shares using one of the options below. Purchase orders will not be processed unless the account application and purchase payment are received in good order. In accordance with the USA PATRIOT Act, if you fail to provide all the required information requested in the current account application, your purchase order will not be processed.
OPENING AN ACCOUNT ADDING TO AN ACCOUNT
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant. Same
By Mail Mail completed account application and Mail your check and the remittance slip
check to the transfer agent, A I M Fund from your confirmation statement to the
Services, Inc., P.O. Box 4739, Houston, transfer agent.
TX 77210-4739.
By Wire Mail completed account application to Call the transfer agent to receive a
the transfer agent. Call the transfer reference number. Then, use the wire
agent at (800) 959-4246 to receive a instructions at left.
reference number. Then, use the
following wire instructions:
Beneficiary Bank ABA/Routing #:
113000609
Beneficiary Account Number: 00100366807
Beneficiary Account Name: A I M Fund
Services, Inc.
RFB: Fund Name, Reference #
OBI: Your Name, Account #
By AIM Bank Connection--Servicemark-- Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Bank Connection option
methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Bank Connection
form. Mail the application or form to
the transfer agent. Once the transfer
agent has received the form, call the
transfer agent to place your purchase
order.
By AIM Internet Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Internet Connect option
Connect--Servicemark-- methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Internet Connect
Authorization Form. Mail the
application or form to the transfer
agent. Once your request for this
option has been processed (which may
take up to 10 days), you may place your
purchase order at
www.AIMinvestments.com. You may not
purchase shares in AIM prototype
retirement accounts on the internet.
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SPECIAL PLANS
AUTOMATIC INVESTMENT PLAN
You can arrange for periodic investments in any of the AIM Funds by authorizing the AIM Fund to withdraw the amount of your investment from your bank account on a day or dates you specify and in an amount of at least $25 ($1,000 for any of the Special Opportunities Funds). You may stop the Automatic Investment Plan at any time by giving the transfer agent notice ten days prior to your next scheduled withdrawal.
DOLLAR COST AVERAGING
Dollar Cost Averaging allows you to make automatic monthly or quarterly exchanges, if permitted, from one AIM Fund account to one or more other AIM Fund accounts with the identical registration. The account from which exchanges are to be made must have a minimum balance of $5,000 before you can use this option. Exchanges will occur on (or about) the 10th or 25th day of the month, whichever you specify, in the amount you specify. The minimum amount you can exchange to a Special Opportunities Fund is $1,000. The minimum amount you can exchange to another AIM Fund is $25.
AUTOMATIC DIVIDEND INVESTMENT
All of your dividends and distributions may be paid in cash or invested in any AIM Fund at net asset value. Unless you specify otherwise, your dividends and distributions will automatically be reinvested in the same AIM Fund. You may invest your dividends and distributions (1) into another AIM Fund in the same class of shares; or (2) from Class A shares into AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, or vice versa.
You must comply with the following requirements to be eligible to invest your dividends and distributions in shares of another AIM Fund:
(1) Your account balance (a) in the AIM Fund paying the dividend must be at
least $5,000; or (b) in the AIM Fund receiving the dividend must be at least
$500;
(2) Both accounts must have identical registration information; and
(3) You must have completed an authorization form to reinvest dividends into another AIM Fund.
PORTFOLIO REBALANCING PROGRAM
If you have at least $5,000 in your account, you may participate in the Portfolio Rebalancing Program. Under this Program, you can designate how the total value of your AIM Fund holdings should be rebalanced, on a percentage basis, between two and ten of your AIM Funds on a quarterly, semiannual or annual basis. Your portfolio will be rebalanced through the exchange of shares in one or more of your AIM Funds for shares of the same class of one or more other AIM Funds in your portfolio. If you wish to participate in the Program, make changes or cancel the Program, the transfer agent must receive your request to participate, changes, or cancellation in good order at least five business days prior to the next rebalancing date, which is normally the 28th day of the last month of the period you choose. You may realize taxable gains from these exchanges. We may modify, suspend or terminate the Program at any time on 60 days prior written notice.
RETIREMENT PLANS
Shares of most of the AIM Funds can be purchased through tax-sheltered retirement plans made available to corporations, individuals and employees of non-profit organizations and public schools. A plan document must be adopted to establish a retirement plan. You may use AIM sponsored retirement plans, which include IRAs, Education IRAs, Roth IRAs, 403(b) plans, 401(k) plans, SIMPLE IRA plans, SEP/SARSEP plans and Money Purchase/Profit Sharing plans, or another sponsor's retirement plan. The plan custodian of the AIM sponsored retirement plan assesses an annual maintenance fee of $10. Contact your financial consultant for details.
REDEEMING SHARES
REDEMPTION FEES
Generally, we will not charge you any fees to redeem your shares. Your broker or financial consultant may charge service fees for handling redemption transactions. Your shares also may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC).
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE PRIOR TO NOVEMBER 15, 2001.
If you purchased $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund at net asset value prior to November 15, 2001, or entered into a Letter of Intent prior to November 15, 2001 to purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
--------- ----------------- REDEMPTION OF SHARES
- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
Category I or II Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Fund - Class A shares of months of initial
Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - No CDSC
Category III Category III Fund(1)
Fund(1) - Class A shares of
AIM Tax-Exempt
Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
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REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE ON AND AFTER NOVEMBER 15, 2001
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds), or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds) at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III Fund purchase of Category
III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - 0.25% if shares are
shares of Category III Fund(1) redeemed within 12
Category - Class A shares of months of initial
III Fund AIM Tax-Exempt purchase of Category
Cash Fund III Fund shares
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE AFTER OCTOBER 30, 2002
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on or after October 31, 2002, or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after October 31, 2002 at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(2) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM Money
Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III purchase of Category
Fund(1) III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - No CDSC
shares of Category III Fund(2)
Category
III - Class A shares of AIM
Fund(1) Tax-Exempt Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM Money
Market
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(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, only existing shareholders
of Class A shares of a Category III Fund may purchase such shares.
(2) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III
Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS B SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FROM AIM FLOATING RATE FUND
If you redeem Class B shares you acquired by exchange via a tender offer by AIM Floating Rate Fund, the early withdrawal charge applicable to shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will be applied instead of the CDSC normally applicable to Class B shares.
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant.
By Mail Send a written request to the transfer agent. Requests must
include (1) original signatures of all registered owners;
(2) the name of the AIM Fund and your account number; (3) if
the transfer agent does not hold your shares, endorsed share
certificates or share certificates accompanied by an
executed stock power; and (4) signature guarantees, if
necessary (see below). The transfer agent may require that
you provide additional information, such as corporate
resolutions or powers of attorney, if applicable. If you are
redeeming from an IRA account, you must include a statement
of whether or not you are at least 59 1/2 years old and
whether you wish to have federal income tax withheld from
your proceeds. The transfer agent may require certain other
information before you can redeem from an employer-sponsored
retirement plan. Contact your employer for details.
By Telephone Call the transfer agent. You will be allowed to redeem by
telephone if (1) the proceeds are to be mailed to the
address on record (if there has been no change communicated
to us within the last 30 days) or transferred electronically
to a pre-authorized checking account; (2) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (3) you can provide proper
identification information; (4) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (5) you have not
previously declined the telephone redemption privilege.
Certain accounts, including retirement accounts and 403(b)
plans, may not be redeemed by telephone. The transfer agent
must receive your call during the hours of the customary
trading session of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in
order to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
You may, with limited exceptions, redeem from an IRA account
by telephone. Redemptions from other types of retirement
accounts must be requested in writing.
By AIM Internet Connect Place your redemption request at www.AIMinvestments.com. You
will be allowed to redeem by internet if (1) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (2) you can provide proper
identification information; (3) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (4) you have
established the internet trading option. AIM prototype
retirement accounts may not be redeemed on the internet. The
transfer agent must confirm your transaction during the
hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE in order
to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
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TIMING AND METHOD OF PAYMENT
We normally will send out checks within one business day, and in any event no more than seven days, after we accept your request to redeem. If you redeem shares recently purchased by check, you will be required to wait up to ten business days before we will send your redemption proceeds. This delay is necessary to ensure that the purchase check has cleared.
REDEMPTION BY MAIL
If you mail us a request in good order to redeem your shares, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to the address on record with us. If your request is not in good order, you may have to provide us with additional documentation in order to redeem your shares.
REDEMPTION BY TELEPHONE
If you redeem by telephone, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to your address of record (if there has been no change communicated to the transfer agent within the previous 30 days) or transmit them electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by telephone are genuine and are not liable for telephone instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
REDEMPTION BY INTERNET
If you redeem by internet, we will transmit your redemption proceeds electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by internet are genuine and are not liable for internet instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
PAYMENT FOR SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWALS
You may arrange for regular monthly or quarterly withdrawals from your account of at least $50. You also may make annual withdrawals if you own Class A shares. We will redeem enough shares from your account to cover the amount withdrawn. You must have an account balance of at least $5,000 to establish a Systematic Withdrawal Plan. You can stop this plan at any time by giving ten days prior notice to the transfer agent.
EXPEDITED REDEMPTIONS
(AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
If we receive your redemption order before 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time, we will try
to transmit payment of redemption proceeds on that same day. If we receive your
redemption order after 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time and before the close of the
customary trading session of the NYSE, we generally will transmit payment on the
next business day.
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REDEMPTIONS BY CHECK
(CLASS A SHARES OF AIM TAX-EXEMPT CASH FUND AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM
MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
You may redeem shares of these AIM Funds by writing checks in amounts of $250 or
more if you have completed an authorization form. Redemption by check is not
available for retirement accounts.
SIGNATURE GUARANTEES
We require a signature guarantee when you redeem by mail and
(1) the amount is greater than $250,000;
(2) you request that payment be made to someone other than the name registered on the account;
(3) you request that payment be sent somewhere other than the bank of record on the account; or
(4) you request that payment be sent to a new address or an address that changed in the last 30 days.
The transfer agent will accept a guarantee of your signature by a number of financial institutions. Call the transfer agent for additional information. Some institutions have transaction amount maximums for these guarantees. Please check with the guarantor institution.
REINSTATEMENT PRIVILEGES
You may, within 120 days after you sell shares (except Class R shares, Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class A shares and Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of any Category I or II AIM Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
You may, within 120 days after you sell some but not all of your Class A shares of a Category III Fund, reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of that same Category III Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
The reinvestment amount must meet the subsequent investment minimum as indicated in the section "Purchasing Shares".
If you paid an initial sales charge on any reinstated amount, you will receive credit on purchases of Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
If you paid a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on any reinstated amount, you will not be subject to a CDSC if you later redeem that amount.
You must notify the transfer agent in writing at the time you reinstate that you are exercising your reinstatement privilege.
REDEMPTIONS BY THE AIM FUNDS
If your account (Class A, Class A3, Class B and Class C shares only) has been open at least one year, you have not made an additional purchase in the account during the past six calendar months, and the value of your account falls below $500 for three consecutive months due to redemptions or exchanges (excluding retirement accounts), the AIM Funds have the right to redeem the account after giving you 60 days' prior written notice. You may avoid having your account redeemed during the notice period by bringing the account value up to $500 or by utilizing the Automatic Investment Plan.
If an AIM Fund determines that you have not provided a correct Social Security or other tax ID number on your account application, the AIM Fund may, at its discretion, redeem the account and distribute the proceeds to you.
EXCHANGING SHARES
You may, under certain circumstances, exchange shares in one AIM Fund for those of another AIM Fund. Before requesting an exchange, review the prospectus of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire. Exchange privileges also apply to holders of the Connecticut General Guaranteed Account, established for tax-qualified group annuities, for contracts purchased on or before June 30, 1992.
PERMITTED EXCHANGES
Except as otherwise stated under "Exchanges Not Permitted," you generally may exchange your shares for shares of the same class of another AIM Fund.
You may also exchange:
(1) Class A shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(2) Class A shares of an AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund, AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(3) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(4) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund);
(5) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(6) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, effective February 17, 2003, and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund).
You may be required to pay an initial sales charge when exchanging from a Fund with a lower initial sales charge than the one into which you are exchanging. If you exchange into shares that are subject to a CDSC, we will begin the holding period for purposes of calculating the CDSC on the date you made your initial purchase.
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EXCHANGES NOT SUBJECT TO A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares with an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for
(a) Class A shares of another AIM Fund;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(c) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
(2) Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with an initial sales charge for
(a) one another;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund; or
(c) Class A shares of another AIM Fund, but only if
(i) you acquired the original shares before May 1, 1994; or
(ii) you acquired the original shares on or after May 1, 1994 by way of an exchange from shares with higher initial sales charges; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for
(a) Class A shares of an AIM Fund subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), but only if you acquired the original shares
(i) prior to May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge;
(ii) on or after May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund); or
(4) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund for
(a) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(b) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund.
You will not pay a CDSC or other sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares for other Class A shares;
(2) Class B shares for other Class B shares;
(3) Class C shares for other Class C shares; or
(4) Class R shares for other Class R shares.
EXCHANGES NOT PERMITTED
Certain classes of shares are not covered by the exchange privilege. You may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund for Class A shares of a Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
(2) Class A shares of a Category III Fund for Class A shares of another Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
For shares purchased prior to November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of Category III Funds purchased at net asset value for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund;
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund;
(4) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category I or II Funds that are subject to a CDSC; or
(5) on or after January 15, 2002, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category III Funds that are subject to a CDSC.
For shares purchased on or after November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of any other AIM Fund (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC or for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund or for Class A shares of any AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC, however, if you originally purchased Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund, and exchanged those shares for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, you may further exchange the AIM Cash Reserve Shares for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
EXCHANGE CONDITIONS
The following conditions apply to all exchanges:
- You must meet the minimum purchase requirements for the AIM Fund into which you are exchanging;
- Shares of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire must be available for sale in your state of residence;
- Exchanges must be made between accounts with identical registration information;
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- The account you wish to exchange from must have a certified tax identification number (or the Fund has received an appropriate Form W-8 or W-9);
- Shares must have been held for at least one day prior to the exchange;
- If you have physical share certificates, you must return them to the transfer agent prior to the exchange; and
- You are limited to a maximum of 10 exchanges per calendar year, because excessive short-term trading or market-timing activity can hurt fund performance. If you exceed that limit, or if an AIM Fund or the distributor determines, in its sole discretion, that your short-term trading is excessive or that you are engaging in market-timing activity, it may reject any additional exchange orders. An exchange is the movement out of (redemption) one AIM Fund and into (purchase) another AIM Fund.
TERMS OF EXCHANGE
Under unusual market conditions, an AIM Fund may delay the purchase of shares being acquired in an exchange for up to five business days if it determines that it would be materially disadvantaged by the immediate transfer of exchange proceeds. There is no fee for exchanges. The exchange privilege is not an option or right to purchase shares. Any of the participating AIM Funds or the distributor may modify or terminate this privilege at any time. The AIM Fund or the distributor will provide you with notice of such modification or termination whenever it is required to do so by applicable law, but may impose changes at any time for emergency purposes.
BY MAIL
If you wish to make an exchange by mail, you must include original signatures of each registered owner exactly as the shares are registered, the account registration and account number, the dollar amount or number of shares to be exchanged and the names of the AIM Funds from which and into which the exchange is to be made.
BY TELEPHONE
Conditions that apply to exchanges by telephone are the same as redemptions by telephone, including that the transfer agent must receive exchange requests during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE; however, you still will be allowed to exchange by telephone even if you have changed your address of record within the preceding 30 days.
BY INTERNET
You will be allowed to exchange by internet if (1) you do not hold physical
share certificates; (2) you can provide proper identification information; and
(3) you have established the internet trading option.
EXCHANGING CLASS B, CLASS C AND CLASS R SHARES
PRICING OF SHARES
DETERMINATION OF NET ASSET VALUE
The price of each AIM Fund's shares is the fund's net asset value per share. The AIM Funds value portfolio securities for which market quotations are readily available at market value. The AIM Funds' short-term investments are valued at amortized cost when the security has 60 days or less to maturity. AIM Money Market Fund and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund value all of their securities at amortized cost. AIM High Income Municipal Fund, AIM Municipal Bond Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund value variable rate securities that have an unconditional demand or put feature exercisable within seven days or less at par, which reflects the market value of such securities.
The AIM Funds value all other securities and assets at their fair value. Securities and other assets quoted in foreign currencies are valued in U.S. dollars based on the prevailing exchange rates on that day. In addition, if, between the time trading ends on a particular security and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE, events occur that may materially affect the value of the security, the AIM Funds may value the security at its fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Directors or Trustees of the AIM Fund. The effect of using fair value pricing is that an AIM Fund's net asset value will be subject to the judgment of the Board of Directors or Trustees or its designee instead of being determined by the market. Because some of the AIM Funds may invest in securities that are primarily listed on foreign exchanges that trade
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on days when the AIM Funds do not price their shares, the value of those funds' assets may change on days when you will not be able to purchase or redeem fund shares.
Each AIM Fund determines the net asset value of its shares on each day the NYSE is open for business, as of the close of the customary trading session, or any earlier NYSE closing time that day. AIM Money Market Fund also determines its net asset value as of 12:00 noon Eastern Time on each day the NYSE is open for business.
TIMING OF ORDERS
You can purchase, exchange or redeem shares during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE. The AIM Funds price purchase, exchange and redemption orders at the net asset value calculated after the transfer agent receives an order in good order. An AIM Fund may postpone the right of redemption only under unusual circumstances, as allowed by the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as when the NYSE restricts or suspends trading.
TAXES
In general, dividends and distributions you receive are taxable as ordinary income or long-term capital gains for federal income tax purposes, whether you reinvest them in additional shares or take them in cash. Distributions are generally taxable to you at different rates depending on the length of time the fund holds its assets. Different tax rates may apply to ordinary income and long-term capital gain distributions, regardless of how long you have held your shares. Every year, you will be sent information showing the amount of dividends and distributions you received from each AIM Fund during the prior year.
Any long-term or short-term capital gains realized from redemptions of AIM Fund shares will be subject to federal income tax. Exchanges of shares for shares of another AIM Fund are treated as a sale, and any gain realized on the transaction will generally be subject to federal income tax.
INVESTORS IN TAX-EXEMPT FUNDS SHOULD READ THE INFORMATION UNDER THE HEADING "OTHER INFORMATION -- SPECIAL TAX INFORMATION REGARDING THE FUND" IN THEIR PROSPECTUS.
The foreign, state and local tax consequences of investing in AIM Fund shares may differ materially from the federal income tax consequences described above. In addition, the preceding discussion concerning the taxability of fund dividends and distributions and of redemptions and exchanges of AIM Fund shares is inapplicable to investors that are generally exempt from federal income tax, such as retirement plans that are qualified under Section 401 of the Internal Revenue Code, individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and Roth IRAs. You should consult your tax advisor before investing.
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More information may be obtained free of charge upon request. The Statement of Additional Information (SAI), a current version of which is on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), contains more details about the fund and is incorporated by reference into the prospectus (is legally a part of this prospectus). Annual and semiannual reports to shareholders contain additional information about the fund's investments. The fund's annual report also discusses the market conditions and investment strategies that significantly affected the fund's performance during its last fiscal year.
If you have questions about this fund, another fund in The AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark-- or your account, or wish to obtain free copies of the fund's current SAI or annual or semiannual reports, please contact us
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BY MAIL: A I M Fund Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 4739
Houston, TX 77210-4739
BY TELEPHONE: (800) 347-4246
ON THE INTERNET: You can send us a request
by e-mail or download
prospectuses, annual or
semiannual reports via
our website:
http://www.aiminvestments.com
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You also can review and obtain copies of the fund's SAI, reports and other information at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC; on the EDGAR database on the SEC's Internet website (http://www.sec.gov); or, after paying a duplication fee, by sending a letter to the SEC's Public Reference Section, Washington, DC 20549-0102 or by sending an electronic mail request to publicinfo@sec.gov. Please call the SEC at 1-202-942-8090 for information about the Public Reference Room.
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AIM GLOBAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FUND
March 3, 2003
Prospectus
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund seeks to provide
long-term growth of capital.
This prospectus contains important information about the Class A, B and C shares of the fund. Please read it before investing and keep it for future reference.
As with all other mutual fund securities, the Securities and Exchange Commission has not approved or disapproved these securities or determined whether the information in this prospectus is adequate or accurate. Anyone who tells you otherwise is committing a crime.
An investment in the fund:
- is not FDIC insured;
- may lose value; and
- is not guaranteed by a bank.
INVEST WITH DISCIPLINE [AIM LOGO APPEARS HERE] --Registered Trademark-- --Servicemark-- |
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INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE AND STRATEGIES 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PRINCIPAL RISKS OF INVESTING IN THE FUND 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PERFORMANCE INFORMATION 3 ------------------------------------------------------ Annual Total Returns 3 Performance Table 3 FEE TABLE AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE 4 ------------------------------------------------------ Fee Table 4 Expense Example 4 FUND MANAGEMENT 5 ------------------------------------------------------ The Advisor 5 Advisor Compensation 5 Portfolio Managers 5 OTHER INFORMATION 5 ------------------------------------------------------ Sales Charges 5 Dividends and Distributions 5 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS 6 ------------------------------------------------------ SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION A-1 ------------------------------------------------------ Choosing a Share Class A-1 Purchasing Shares A-4 Redeeming Shares A-5 Exchanging Shares A-8 Pricing of Shares A-10 Taxes A-11 OBTAINING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Back Cover ------------------------------------------------------ |
The AIM Family of Funds, AIM and Design, AIM, AIM Funds, AIM Funds and Design, AIM Investor, AIM LINK, AIM Institutional Funds, aimfunds.com, La Familia AIM de Fondos, La Familia AIM de Fondos and Design, Invierta con DISCIPLINA and Invest with DISCIPLINE are registered service marks and AIM Bank Connection, AIM Internet Connect, AIM Private Asset Management, AIM Private Asset Management and Design, AIM Stylized and/or Design, AIM Alternative Assets and Design, AIM Investments, AIM Investments and Design, myaim.com, The AIM College Savings Plan, AIM Solo 401(k) and AIM Lifetime America are service marks of A I M Management Group Inc.
No dealer, salesperson or any other person has been authorized to give any information or to make any representations other than those contained in this prospectus, and you should not rely on such other information or representations.
The fund's investment objective is long-term growth of capital. The investment objective of the fund may be changed by the Board of Trustees without shareholder approval.
The fund seeks to meet its objective by investing, normally, at least 80% of its assets in securities of science and technology industry companies. In complying with the 80% investment requirement, the fund will invest primarily in marketable equity securities, including convertible securities, but its investments may include other securities, such as synthetic instruments. Synthetic instruments are investments that have economic characteristics similar to the fund's direct investments and may include warrants, futures, options, exchange-traded funds and American Depositary Receipts. The fund considers science and technology industry companies to be those that develop, manufacture or sell computer and electronic components and equipment, software, semiconductors, Internet technology, communications services and equipment, mobile communications, broadcasting, biotechnology, healthcare, medical equipment and devices, aerospace and defense, media, and environmental services.
The fund may also invest in debt securities issued by science and technology industry companies, or in equity and debt securities of other companies the portfolio managers believe will benefit from developments in the science and technology industry.
The fund will normally invest in the securities of companies located in at least three countries including the United States, and may invest a significant portion of its assets in the securities of U.S. issuers. However, the fund will invest no more than 40% of its total assets in the securities of issuers in any one country, other than the U.S.
The fund may invest in companies located in developing countries, i.e., those countries that are in the initial stages of their industrial cycles. The fund may also invest up to 5% of its total assets in lower-quality debt securities, i.e., "junk bonds." For cash management purposes, the fund may also hold a portion of its assets in cash or cash equivalents, including shares of affiliated money market funds. Any percentage limitations with respect to assets of the fund are applied at the time of purchase.
The portfolio managers allocate the fund's assets among securities of countries and in currency denominations that are expected to provide the best opportunities for meeting the fund's investment objective. In analyzing specific companies for possible investment, the portfolio managers ordinarily look for several of the following characteristics: above-average per share earnings growth; high return on invested capital; a healthy balance sheet; sound financial and accounting policies and overall financial strength; strong competitive advantages; effective research and product development and marketing; development of new technologies; efficient service; pricing flexibility; strong management; and general operating characteristics that will enable the companies to compete successfully in their respective markets. The portfolio managers consider whether to sell a particular security when any of these factors materially changes.
In anticipation of or in response to adverse market or other conditions, or atypical circumstances such as unusually large cash inflows or redemptions, the fund may temporarily hold all or a portion of its assets in cash, cash equivalents or high-quality debt instruments. As a result, the fund may not achieve its investment objective.
The fund may engage in active and frequent trading of portfolio securities to achieve its investment objective. If the fund does trade in this way, it may incur increased transaction costs, which can lower the actual return on your investment. Active trading may also increase short-term gains and losses, which may affect the taxes you have to pay.
There is a risk that you could lose all or a portion of your investment in the fund. The value of your investment in the fund will go up and down with the prices of the securities in which the fund invests. The prices of equity securities change in response to many factors, including the historical and prospective earnings of the issuer, the value of its assets, general economic conditions, interest rates, investor perceptions, and market liquidity.
Because the fund focuses its investments in the science and technology industries, the value of your fund shares may rise and fall more than the value of shares of a fund that invests more broadly.
The value of the fund's shares is particularly vulnerable to factors affecting the science and technology industries, such as substantial government regulations and the need for governmental approvals, dependency on consumer and business acceptance as new technologies evolve, and large and rapid price movements resulting from, among other things, fierce competition in these industries. Additional factors affecting the technology industry and the value of your shares include rapid obsolescence of products and services, short product cycles, and aggressive pricing. Many technology companies are small and at an earlier state of development and, therefore, may be subject to risks such as those arising out of limited product lines, markets, and financial and managerial resources.
The prices of foreign securities may be further affected by other factors, including:
- Currency exchange rates--The dollar value of the fund's foreign investments will be affected by changes in the exchange rates between the dollar and the currencies in which those investments are traded.
- Political and economic conditions--The value of the fund's foreign investments may be adversely affected by political and social instability in their home countries and by changes in economic or taxation policies in those countries.
- Regulations--Foreign companies generally are subject to less stringent regulations, including financial and accounting controls, than are U.S. companies. As a result, there generally is less publicly available information about foreign companies than about U.S. companies.
- Markets--The securities markets of other countries are smaller than U.S. securities markets. As a result, many foreign securities may be less liquid and more volatile than U.S. securities.
These factors may affect the prices of securities issued by foreign companies and governments located in developing countries more than those in countries with mature economies. For example, many developing countries have, in the past, experienced high rates of inflation or sharply devalued their currencies against the U.S. dollar, thereby causing the value of investments in companies located in those countries to decline. Transaction costs are often higher in developing countries and there may be delays in settlement procedures.
The fund may participate in the initial public offering (IPO) market in some market cycles. Because of the fund's small asset base, any investment the fund may make in IPOs may significantly affect the fund's total return. As the fund's assets grow, the impact of IPO investments will decline, which may reduce the effect of IPO investments on the fund's total return.
An investment in the fund is not a deposit in a bank and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
The bar chart and table shown below provide an indication of the risks of investing in the fund. The fund's past performance (before and after taxes) is not necessarily an indication of its future performance.
The following bar chart shows changes in the performance of the fund's Class A shares from year to year. The bar chart does not reflect sales loads. If it did, the annual total returns shown would be lower.
ANNUAL
YEAR ENDED TOTAL
DECEMBER 31 RETURNS
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1993................................................................... 47.66%
1994................................................................... -4.40%
1995................................................................... 8.59%
1996................................................................... 5.24%
1997................................................................... 13.18%
1998................................................................... 18.14%
1999................................................................... 108.08%
2000................................................................... -38.86%
2001................................................................... -54.15%
2002................................................................... -44.00%
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During the periods shown in the bar chart, the highest quarterly return was 62.18% (quarter ended December 31, 1999) and the lowest quarterly return was -50.36% (quarter ended March 31, 2001).
PERFORMANCE TABLE
The following performance table compares the fund's performance to that of a broad-based securities market index. The fund's performance reflects payment of sales loads.
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS
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(for the periods ended December SINCE INCEPTION
31, 2002) 1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION(1) DATE
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Class A 01/27/92
Return Before Taxes (46.69)% (18.14)% (3.91)% --
Return After Taxes on
Distributions (46.69) (19.18) (5.23) --
Return After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund
Shares (28.67) (11.34) (1.64) --
Class B 04/01/93
Return Before Taxes (47.03) (18.00) -- (4.61)
Class C 03/01/99
Return Before Taxes (44.80) -- -- (26.84)
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S&P 500(2) (reflects no deduction
for fees, expenses, or taxes) (22.09) (0.58) 9.34 --
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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for Class A only and after-tax returns for Class B and C will vary.
(1) Since Inception performance is only provided for a class with less than ten calendar years of performance.
(2) The Standard & Poor's 500 Index is an unmanaged index of common stocks frequently used as a general measure of U.S. stock market performance.
FEE TABLE
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the fund.
SHAREHOLDER FEES -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (fees paid directly from your investment) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maximum Sales Charge (Load) Imposed on Purchases (as a percentage of offering price) 4.75% None None Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (Load) (as a percentage of original purchase price or redemption proceeds, whichever is less) None(1,2) 5.00% 1.00% -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES(3) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (expenses that are deducted from fund assets) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Management Fees 0.97% 0.97% 0.97% Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees 0.50 1.00 1.00 Other Expenses 1.09 1.09 1.09 Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses 2.56 3.06 3.06 Fee Waivers(4) 0.55 0.55 0.55 Net Expenses 2.01 2.51 2.51 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
(1) If you buy $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares and redeem these shares within 18 months from the date of purchase, you may pay a 1% contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) at the time of redemption.
(2) Effective November 1, 2002, if you are a retirement plan participant and you bought $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares, you may pay a 1% CDSC if a total redemption of the retirement plan assets occurs within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
(3) There is no guarantee that actual expenses will be the same as those shown in the table.
(4) The investment advisor has contractually agreed to limit Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividend expense on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) on Class A, Class B and Class C shares to 2.00%, 2.50% and 2.50%, respectively. The expense limitation agreement is in effect from July 1, 2002 through June 30, 2003.
You may also be charged a transaction or other fee by the financial institution managing your account.
As a result of 12b-1 fees, long-term shareholders in the fund may pay more than the maximum permitted initial sales charge.
EXPENSE EXAMPLE
This example is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in different classes of the fund with the cost of investing in other mutual funds.
The example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the fund for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the fund's operating expenses remain the same. To the extent fees are waived and/or expenses are reimbursed, your expenses will be lower. Although your actual returns and costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $722 $1,234 $1,771 $3,233
Class B 809 1,245 1,806 3,258
Class C 409 945 1,606 3,374
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $722 $1,234 $1,771 $3,233
Class B 309 945 1,606 3,258
Class C 309 945 1,606 3,374
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THE ADVISOR
A I M Advisors, Inc. (the advisor) serves as the fund's investment advisor and is responsible for its day-to-day management. The advisor is located at 11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77046-1173. The advisor supervises all aspects of the fund's operations and provides investment advisory services to the fund, including obtaining and evaluating economic, statistical and financial information to formulate and implement investment programs for the fund.
The advisor has acted as an investment advisor since its organization in 1976. Today, the advisor, together with its subsidiaries, advises or manages over 190 investment portfolios, including the fund, encompassing a broad range of investment objectives.
ADVISOR COMPENSATION
During the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the advisor received compensation of 0.42% of average daily net assets.
PORTFOLIO MANAGERS
The advisor uses a team approach to investment management. The individual members of the team who are primarily responsible for the management of the fund's portfolio are
- Abel Garcia (lead manager), Senior Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 2000 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 2000. From 1984 to 2000, he was a Senior Portfolio Manager for Waddell & Reed.
- Warren Tennant, Senior Analyst, who has been responsible for the fund since 2002 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 2000. From 1998 to 2000 he attended graduate school at the University of Texas where he earned his M.B.A. From 1993 to 1998, he worked as a lead auditor for Exxon.
More information on the fund's management team may be found on our website (http://www.aiminvestments.com).
SALES CHARGES
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Global Science and Technology Fund are subject to the maximum 4.75% initial sales charge as listed under the heading "CATEGORY II Initial Sales Charges" in the "Shareholder Information--Choosing a Share Class" section of this prospectus. Certain purchases of Class A shares at net asset value may be subject to the contingent deferred sales charge listed in that section. Purchases of Class B and Class C shares are subject to the contingent deferred sales charges listed in that section.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund expects that its distributions, if any, will consist primarily of capital gains.
DIVIDENDS
The fund generally declares and pays dividends, if any, annually.
CAPITAL GAINS DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund generally distributes long-term and short-term capital gains, if any, annually.
The financial highlights table is intended to help you understand the fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single fund share.
The total returns in the table represent the rate that an investor would have earned (or lost) on an investment in the fund (assuming reinvestment of all dividends and distributions).
This information has been audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, whose report, along with the fund's financial statements, is included in the fund's annual report, which is available upon request.
CLASS A
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 7.41 $ 30.61 $ 26.44 $ 16.28 $ 18.04
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.12)(a) (0.20)(a) 0.06(a)(b) (0.25) (0.17)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both
realized and unrealized) (2.40) (19.12) 7.23 10.97 (0.39)
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Total from investment operations (2.52) (19.32) 7.29 10.72 (0.56)
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Less distributions from net realized gains -- (3.88) (3.12) (0.56) (1.20)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 4.89 $ 7.41 $ 30.61 $ 26.44 $ 16.28
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Total return(c) (34.01)% (71.16)% 27.52% 67.63% (3.16)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $280,426 $438,702 $1,513,595 $1,023,124 $713,904
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.01%(d) 1.98% 1.63% 1.77% 1.88%
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Without fee waivers 2.56%(d) 2.03% 1.63% 1.77% 1.88%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (1.76)%(d) (1.57)% 0.16% (1.11)% (0.93)%
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Portfolio turnover rate 115% 173% 111% 122% 75%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Net investment income per share reflects dividend income of $0.49 per share recognized from the spin-off of Nortel Networks Corp. from BCE, Inc.
(c) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principals and does not include sales charges.
(d) Ratios are based on average daily assets of $393,080,194.
CLASS B
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 6.96 $ 29.17 $ 25.43 $ 15.76 $ 17.58
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.14)(a) (0.25)(a) (0.11)(a)(b) (0.35) (0.25)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized
and unrealized) (2.26) (18.08) 6.97 10.58 (0.37)
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Total from investment operations (2.40) (18.33) 6.86 10.23 (0.62)
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Less distributions from net realized gains -- (3.88) (3.12) (0.56) (1.20)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 4.56 $ 6.96 $ 29.17 $ 25.43 $ 15.76
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Total return(c) (34.48)% (71.30)% 26.87% 66.84% (3.67)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $102,470 $287,394 $1,414,915 $898,400 $614,715
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.51%(d) 2.48% 2.13% 2.28% 2.38%
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Without fee waivers 3.06%(d) 2.53% 2.13% 2.28% 2.38%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (2.26)%(d) (2.07)% (0.34)% (1.62)% (1.43)%
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Portfolio turnover rate 115% 173% 111% 122% 75%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Net investment income per share reflects dividend income of $0.49 per share recognized from the spin-off of Nortel Networks Corp. from BCE, Inc.
(c) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principals and does not include contingent deferred sales charges.
(d) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $195,277,846.
CLASS C
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MARCH 1, 1999
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
-------------------------------------------- OCTOBER 31,
2002 2001 2000 1999
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 6.96 $ 29.16 $ 25.43 $ 19.23
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.14)(a) (0.25)(a) (0.11)(a)(b) (0.11)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both
realized and unrealized) (2.26) (18.07) 6.96 6.31
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Total from investment operations (2.40) (18.32) 6.85 6.20
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Less distributions from net realized gains -- (3.88) (3.12) --
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Net asset value, end of period $ 4.56 $ 6.96 $ 29.16 $ 25.43
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Total return(c) (34.48)% (71.29)% 26.83% 32.24%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $ 15,961 $28,652 $114,667 $12,352
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.51%(d) 2.48% 2.13% 2.28%(e)
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Without fee waivers 3.06%(d) 2.53% 2.13% 2.28%(e)
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (2.26)%(d) (2.07)% (0.34)% (1.62)%(e)
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Portfolio turnover rate 115% 173% 111% 122%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Net investment income per share reflects dividend income of $0.49 per share recognized from the spin-off of Nortel Networks Corp. from BCE, Inc.
(c) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principals and does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is not annualized for periods less than one year.
(d) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $24,228,588.
(e) Annualized.
In addition to the fund, A I M Advisors, Inc. serves as investment advisor to many other mutual funds (the AIM Funds). The following information is about all the AIM Funds.
CHOOSING A SHARE CLASS
Many of the AIM Funds have multiple classes of shares, each class representing an interest in the same portfolio of investments. When choosing a share class, you should consult your financial advisor as to which class is most suitable for you. In addition, you should consider the factors below:
CLASS A(1) CLASS A3 CLASS B CLASS C CLASS R
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- Initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales
charge charge charge charge charge
- Reduced or waived - No contingent - Contingent - Contingent - Generally, no
initial sales deferred sales deferred sales deferred sales contingent
charge for certain charge charge on charge on deferred sales
purchases(2,3) redemptions within redemptions within charge(2)
six years one year(5)
- Generally, lower - 12b-1 fee of 0.35% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 0.50%
distribution and
service (12b-1)
fee than Class B,
Class C or Class R
shares (See "Fee
Table and Expense
Example")
- Does not convert - Converts to Class - Does not convert - Does not convert
to Class A shares A shares at the to Class A shares to Class A shares
end of the month
which is eight
years after the
date on which
shares were
purchased along
with a pro rata
portion of its
reinvested
dividends and
distributions(4)
- Generally more - Generally more - Purchase orders - Generally more - Generally, only
appropriate for appropriate for limited to amounts appropriate for available to the
long-term short-term less than $250,000 short-term following types of
investors investors investors retirement plans:
(i) all section
401 and 457 plans,
(ii) section 403
plans sponsored by
section 501(c)(3)
organizations, and
(iii) IRA
rollovers from
such plans if an
AIM Fund was
offered
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Certain AIM Funds also offer Institutional Class shares to certain eligible institutional investors; consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund were closed to new investors.
(2) A contingent deferred sales charge may apply in some cases.
(3) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
(4) AIM Money Market Fund: Class B shares convert to AIM Cash Reserve Shares.
AIM Global Trends Fund: If you held Class B shares on May 29, 1998 and continue to hold them, those shares will convert to Class A shares of that fund at the end of the month which is seven years after the date on which shares were purchased. If you exchange those shares for Class B shares of another AIM Fund, the shares into which you exchanged will not convert to Class A shares until the end of the month which is eight years after the date on which you purchased your original shares.
(5) A contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) does not apply to redemption of Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you exchange Class C shares of another AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC into AIM Short Term Bond Fund.
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE (12b-1) FEES
Each AIM Fund (except AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with respect to its Class A shares) has adopted 12b-1 plans that allow the AIM Fund to pay distribution fees to A I M Distributors, Inc. (the distributor) for the sale and distribution of its shares and fees for services provided to shareholders, all or a substantial portion of which are paid to the dealer of record. Because the AIM Fund pays these fees out of its assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges.
SALES CHARGES
Sales charges on the AIM Funds and classes of those Funds are detailed below. As used below, the term "offering price" with respect to all categories of Class A shares includes the initial sales charge.
INITIAL SALES CHARGES
The AIM Funds are grouped into three categories with respect to initial sales charges. The "Other Information" section of your prospectus will tell you in what category your particular AIM Fund is classified.
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CATEGORY I INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION(1) OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 25,000 5.50% 5.82%
$ 25,000 but less than $ 50,000 5.25 5.54
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.75 4.99
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 3.00 3.09
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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(1) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
CATEGORY II INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 50,000 4.75% 4.99%
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.00 4.17
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 2.50 2.56
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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CATEGORY III INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 100,000 1.00% 1.01%
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 0.75 0.76
$250,000 but less than $1,000,000 0.50 0.50
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SHARES SOLD WITHOUT A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge on purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund.
You will not pay an initial sales charge or a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND
You can purchase $1,000,000 or more (a Large Purchase) of Class A shares of Category I and II Funds at net asset value. However, if you redeem these shares prior to 18 months after the date of purchase, they will be subject to a CDSC of 1%.
If you made a Large Purchase of Class A shares of Category III Funds at net asset value during the period November 15, 2001 through October 30, 2002, such shares will be subject to a 0.25% CDSC if you redeem them prior to 12 months after the date of purchase.
If you currently own Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund and make additional purchases (through October 30, 2002 for Category III Funds only) at net asset value that result in account balances of $1,000,000 or more, the additional shares purchased will be subject to a CDSC (an 18-month, 1% CDSC for Category I and II Fund shares, and a 12-month, 0.25% CDSC for Category III Fund shares.) The CDSC for Category III Fund shares will not apply to additional purchases made prior to November 15, 2001 or after October 30, 2002.
Some retirement plans can purchase Class A shares at their net asset value per share. Effective November 1, 2002, if the distributor paid a concession to the dealer of record in connection with a Large Purchase of Class A shares by a retirement plan, the Class A shares may be subject to a 1% CDSC at the time of redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase.
You may be charged a CDSC when you redeem AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
The distributor may pay a dealer concession and/or a service fee for Large Purchases and purchases by certain retirement plans.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS B AND CLASS C SHARES
You can purchase Class B and Class C shares at their net asset value per share. However, when you redeem them, they are subject to a CDSC in the following percentages:
YEAR SINCE PURCHASE MADE CLASS B CLASS C ---------------------------------------------------------- First 5% 1% Second 4 None Third 3 None Fourth 3 None Fifth 2 None Sixth 1 None Seventh and following None None ---------------------------------------------------------- |
You can purchase Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund at their net asset value and not subject to a CDSC. However, you may be charged a CDSC when you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS R SHARES
You can purchase Class R shares at their net asset value per share. If the distributor pays a concession to the dealer of record, however, the Class R shares are subject to a 0.75% CDSC at the time of
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redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
COMPUTING A CDSC
The CDSC on redemptions of shares is computed based on the lower of their original purchase price or current market value, net of reinvested dividends and capital gains distributions. In determining whether to charge a CDSC, we will assume that you have redeemed shares on which there is no CDSC first and, then, shares in the order of purchase.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES AND SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You may qualify for reduced sales charges or sales charge exceptions. To qualify for these reductions or exceptions, you or your financial consultant must provide sufficient information at the time of purchase to verify that your purchase qualifies for such treatment.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES
You may be eligible to buy Class A shares at reduced initial sales charge rates under Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent under certain circumstances.
RIGHTS OF ACCUMULATION
You may combine your new purchases of Class A shares with shares currently owned
(Class A, B, C or R) for the purpose of qualifying for the lower initial sales
charge rates that apply to larger purchases. The applicable initial sales charge
for the new purchase is based on the total of your current purchase and the
current value of all other shares you own.
LETTERS OF INTENT
Under a Letter of Intent (LOI), you commit to purchase a specified dollar amount
of Class A shares of AIM Funds during a 13-month period. The amount you agree to
purchase determines the initial sales charge you pay. If the full face amount of
the LOI is not invested by the end of the 13-month period, your account will be
adjusted to the higher initial sales charge level for the amount actually
invested.
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class B and Class C shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will not be taken into account in determining whether a purchase qualifies for a reduction in initial sales charges pursuant to Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent.
INITIAL SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay initial sales charges
- on shares purchased by reinvesting dividends and distributions;
- when exchanging shares among certain AIM Funds;
- when using the reinstatement privileges; and
- when a merger, consolidation, or acquisition of assets of an AIM Fund occurs.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE (CDSC) EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay a CDSC
- if you redeem Class B shares you held for more than six years;
- if you redeem Class C shares you held for more than one year;
- if you redeem Class C shares of an AIM Fund other than AIM Short Term Bond Fund and you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund;
- if you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of another AIM Fund and the original purchase was subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, at any time, less than all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, after having held them for more than one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase, all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you redeem shares acquired through reinvestment of dividends and distributions; and
- on increases in the net asset value of your shares.
There may be other situations when you may be able to purchase or redeem shares at reduced or without sales charges. Consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
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PURCHASING SHARES
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS PER AIM FUND ACCOUNT
There are no minimum investments with respect to Class R shares for AIM Fund accounts. The minimum investments with respect to Class A, A3, B and C shares for AIM Fund accounts (except for investments in AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund) are as follows:
INITIAL ADDITIONAL
TYPE OF ACCOUNT INVESTMENTS INVESTMENTS
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Savings Plans (money-purchase/profit sharing plans, 401(k) $ 0 ($25 per AIM Fund investment for $25
plans, Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) accounts, Salary salary deferrals from Savings
Reduction (SARSEP) accounts, Savings Incentive Match Plans Plans)
for Employee IRA (Simple IRA) accounts, 403(b) or 457 plans)
Automatic Investment Plans 50 25
IRA, Education IRA or Roth IRA 250 50
All other accounts 500 50
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The minimum initial investment for AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund (the Special Opportunities Funds) accounts is $10,000. The minimum subsequent investment is $1,000. The maximum amount for a single purchase order of AIM Opportunities I Fund is $250,000.
HOW TO PURCHASE SHARES
You may purchase shares using one of the options below. Purchase orders will not be processed unless the account application and purchase payment are received in good order. In accordance with the USA PATRIOT Act, if you fail to provide all the required information requested in the current account application, your purchase order will not be processed.
OPENING AN ACCOUNT ADDING TO AN ACCOUNT
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant. Same
By Mail Mail completed account application and Mail your check and the remittance slip
check to the transfer agent, A I M Fund from your confirmation statement to the
Services, Inc., P.O. Box 4739, Houston, transfer agent.
TX 77210-4739.
By Wire Mail completed account application to Call the transfer agent to receive a
the transfer agent. Call the transfer reference number. Then, use the wire
agent at (800) 959-4246 to receive a instructions at left.
reference number. Then, use the
following wire instructions:
Beneficiary Bank ABA/Routing #:
113000609
Beneficiary Account Number: 00100366807
Beneficiary Account Name: A I M Fund
Services, Inc.
RFB: Fund Name, Reference #
OBI: Your Name, Account #
By AIM Bank Connection--Servicemark-- Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Bank Connection option
methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Bank Connection
form. Mail the application or form to
the transfer agent. Once the transfer
agent has received the form, call the
transfer agent to place your purchase
order.
By AIM Internet Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Internet Connect option
Connect--Servicemark-- methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Internet Connect
Authorization Form. Mail the
application or form to the transfer
agent. Once your request for this
option has been processed (which may
take up to 10 days), you may place your
purchase order at
www.AIMinvestments.com. You may not
purchase shares in AIM prototype
retirement accounts on the internet.
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SPECIAL PLANS
AUTOMATIC INVESTMENT PLAN
You can arrange for periodic investments in any of the AIM Funds by authorizing the AIM Fund to withdraw the amount of your investment from your bank account on a day or dates you specify and in an amount of at least $25 ($1,000 for any of the Special Opportunities Funds). You may stop the Automatic Investment Plan at any time by giving the transfer agent notice ten days prior to your next scheduled withdrawal.
DOLLAR COST AVERAGING
Dollar Cost Averaging allows you to make automatic monthly or quarterly exchanges, if permitted, from one AIM Fund account to one or more other AIM Fund accounts with the identical registration. The account from which exchanges are to be made must have a minimum balance of $5,000 before you can use this option. Exchanges will occur on (or about) the 10th or 25th day of the month, whichever you specify, in the amount you specify. The minimum amount you can exchange to a Special Opportunities Fund is $1,000. The minimum amount you can exchange to another AIM Fund is $25.
AUTOMATIC DIVIDEND INVESTMENT
All of your dividends and distributions may be paid in cash or invested in any AIM Fund at net asset value. Unless you specify otherwise, your dividends and distributions will automatically be reinvested in the same AIM Fund. You may invest your dividends and distributions (1) into another AIM Fund in the same class of shares; or (2) from Class A shares into AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, or vice versa.
You must comply with the following requirements to be eligible to invest your dividends and distributions in shares of another AIM Fund:
(1) Your account balance (a) in the AIM Fund paying the dividend must be at
least $5,000; or (b) in the AIM Fund receiving the dividend must be at least
$500;
(2) Both accounts must have identical registration information; and
(3) You must have completed an authorization form to reinvest dividends into another AIM Fund.
PORTFOLIO REBALANCING PROGRAM
If you have at least $5,000 in your account, you may participate in the Portfolio Rebalancing Program. Under this Program, you can designate how the total value of your AIM Fund holdings should be rebalanced, on a percentage basis, between two and ten of your AIM Funds on a quarterly, semiannual or annual basis. Your portfolio will be rebalanced through the exchange of shares in one or more of your AIM Funds for shares of the same class of one or more other AIM Funds in your portfolio. If you wish to participate in the Program, make changes or cancel the Program, the transfer agent must receive your request to participate, changes, or cancellation in good order at least five business days prior to the next rebalancing date, which is normally the 28th day of the last month of the period you choose. You may realize taxable gains from these exchanges. We may modify, suspend or terminate the Program at any time on 60 days prior written notice.
RETIREMENT PLANS
Shares of most of the AIM Funds can be purchased through tax-sheltered retirement plans made available to corporations, individuals and employees of non-profit organizations and public schools. A plan document must be adopted to establish a retirement plan. You may use AIM sponsored retirement plans, which include IRAs, Education IRAs, Roth IRAs, 403(b) plans, 401(k) plans, SIMPLE IRA plans, SEP/SARSEP plans and Money Purchase/Profit Sharing plans, or another sponsor's retirement plan. The plan custodian of the AIM sponsored retirement plan assesses an annual maintenance fee of $10. Contact your financial consultant for details.
REDEEMING SHARES
REDEMPTION FEES
Generally, we will not charge you any fees to redeem your shares. Your broker or financial consultant may charge service fees for handling redemption transactions. Your shares also may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC).
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE PRIOR TO NOVEMBER 15, 2001.
If you purchased $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund at net asset value prior to November 15, 2001, or entered into a Letter of Intent prior to November 15, 2001 to purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
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- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
Category I or II Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Fund - Class A shares of months of initial
Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - No CDSC
Category III Category III Fund(1)
Fund(1) - Class A shares of
AIM Tax-Exempt
Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
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REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE ON AND AFTER NOVEMBER 15, 2001
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds), or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds) at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III Fund purchase of Category
III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - 0.25% if shares are
shares of Category III Fund(1) redeemed within 12
Category - Class A shares of months of initial
III Fund AIM Tax-Exempt purchase of Category
Cash Fund III Fund shares
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE AFTER OCTOBER 30, 2002
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on or after October 31, 2002, or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after October 31, 2002 at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(2) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM Money
Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III purchase of Category
Fund(1) III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - No CDSC
shares of Category III Fund(2)
Category
III - Class A shares of AIM
Fund(1) Tax-Exempt Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM Money
Market
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(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, only existing shareholders
of Class A shares of a Category III Fund may purchase such shares.
(2) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III
Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS B SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FROM AIM FLOATING RATE FUND
If you redeem Class B shares you acquired by exchange via a tender offer by AIM Floating Rate Fund, the early withdrawal charge applicable to shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will be applied instead of the CDSC normally applicable to Class B shares.
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant.
By Mail Send a written request to the transfer agent. Requests must
include (1) original signatures of all registered owners;
(2) the name of the AIM Fund and your account number; (3) if
the transfer agent does not hold your shares, endorsed share
certificates or share certificates accompanied by an
executed stock power; and (4) signature guarantees, if
necessary (see below). The transfer agent may require that
you provide additional information, such as corporate
resolutions or powers of attorney, if applicable. If you are
redeeming from an IRA account, you must include a statement
of whether or not you are at least 59 1/2 years old and
whether you wish to have federal income tax withheld from
your proceeds. The transfer agent may require certain other
information before you can redeem from an employer-sponsored
retirement plan. Contact your employer for details.
By Telephone Call the transfer agent. You will be allowed to redeem by
telephone if (1) the proceeds are to be mailed to the
address on record (if there has been no change communicated
to us within the last 30 days) or transferred electronically
to a pre-authorized checking account; (2) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (3) you can provide proper
identification information; (4) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (5) you have not
previously declined the telephone redemption privilege.
Certain accounts, including retirement accounts and 403(b)
plans, may not be redeemed by telephone. The transfer agent
must receive your call during the hours of the customary
trading session of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in
order to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
You may, with limited exceptions, redeem from an IRA account
by telephone. Redemptions from other types of retirement
accounts must be requested in writing.
By AIM Internet Connect Place your redemption request at www.AIMinvestments.com. You
will be allowed to redeem by internet if (1) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (2) you can provide proper
identification information; (3) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (4) you have
established the internet trading option. AIM prototype
retirement accounts may not be redeemed on the internet. The
transfer agent must confirm your transaction during the
hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE in order
to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
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TIMING AND METHOD OF PAYMENT
We normally will send out checks within one business day, and in any event no more than seven days, after we accept your request to redeem. If you redeem shares recently purchased by check, you will be required to wait up to ten business days before we will send your redemption proceeds. This delay is necessary to ensure that the purchase check has cleared.
REDEMPTION BY MAIL
If you mail us a request in good order to redeem your shares, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to the address on record with us. If your request is not in good order, you may have to provide us with additional documentation in order to redeem your shares.
REDEMPTION BY TELEPHONE
If you redeem by telephone, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to your address of record (if there has been no change communicated to the transfer agent within the previous 30 days) or transmit them electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by telephone are genuine and are not liable for telephone instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
REDEMPTION BY INTERNET
If you redeem by internet, we will transmit your redemption proceeds electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by internet are genuine and are not liable for internet instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
PAYMENT FOR SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWALS
You may arrange for regular monthly or quarterly withdrawals from your account of at least $50. You also may make annual withdrawals if you own Class A shares. We will redeem enough shares from your account to cover the amount withdrawn. You must have an account balance of at least $5,000 to establish a Systematic Withdrawal Plan. You can stop this plan at any time by giving ten days prior notice to the transfer agent.
EXPEDITED REDEMPTIONS
(AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
If we receive your redemption order before 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time, we will try
to transmit payment of redemption proceeds on that same day. If we receive your
redemption order after 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time and before the close of the
customary trading session of the NYSE, we generally will transmit payment on the
next business day.
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REDEMPTIONS BY CHECK
(CLASS A SHARES OF AIM TAX-EXEMPT CASH FUND AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM
MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
You may redeem shares of these AIM Funds by writing checks in amounts of $250 or
more if you have completed an authorization form. Redemption by check is not
available for retirement accounts.
SIGNATURE GUARANTEES
We require a signature guarantee when you redeem by mail and
(1) the amount is greater than $250,000;
(2) you request that payment be made to someone other than the name registered on the account;
(3) you request that payment be sent somewhere other than the bank of record on the account; or
(4) you request that payment be sent to a new address or an address that changed in the last 30 days.
The transfer agent will accept a guarantee of your signature by a number of financial institutions. Call the transfer agent for additional information. Some institutions have transaction amount maximums for these guarantees. Please check with the guarantor institution.
REINSTATEMENT PRIVILEGES
You may, within 120 days after you sell shares (except Class R shares, Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class A shares and Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of any Category I or II AIM Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
You may, within 120 days after you sell some but not all of your Class A shares of a Category III Fund, reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of that same Category III Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
The reinvestment amount must meet the subsequent investment minimum as indicated in the section "Purchasing Shares".
If you paid an initial sales charge on any reinstated amount, you will receive credit on purchases of Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
If you paid a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on any reinstated amount, you will not be subject to a CDSC if you later redeem that amount.
You must notify the transfer agent in writing at the time you reinstate that you are exercising your reinstatement privilege.
REDEMPTIONS BY THE AIM FUNDS
If your account (Class A, Class A3, Class B and Class C shares only) has been open at least one year, you have not made an additional purchase in the account during the past six calendar months, and the value of your account falls below $500 for three consecutive months due to redemptions or exchanges (excluding retirement accounts), the AIM Funds have the right to redeem the account after giving you 60 days' prior written notice. You may avoid having your account redeemed during the notice period by bringing the account value up to $500 or by utilizing the Automatic Investment Plan.
If an AIM Fund determines that you have not provided a correct Social Security or other tax ID number on your account application, the AIM Fund may, at its discretion, redeem the account and distribute the proceeds to you.
EXCHANGING SHARES
You may, under certain circumstances, exchange shares in one AIM Fund for those of another AIM Fund. Before requesting an exchange, review the prospectus of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire. Exchange privileges also apply to holders of the Connecticut General Guaranteed Account, established for tax-qualified group annuities, for contracts purchased on or before June 30, 1992.
PERMITTED EXCHANGES
Except as otherwise stated under "Exchanges Not Permitted," you generally may exchange your shares for shares of the same class of another AIM Fund.
You may also exchange:
(1) Class A shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(2) Class A shares of an AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund, AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(3) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(4) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund);
(5) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(6) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, effective February 17, 2003, and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund).
You may be required to pay an initial sales charge when exchanging from a Fund with a lower initial sales charge than the one into which you are exchanging. If you exchange into shares that are subject to a CDSC, we will begin the holding period for purposes of calculating the CDSC on the date you made your initial purchase.
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EXCHANGES NOT SUBJECT TO A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares with an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for
(a) Class A shares of another AIM Fund;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(c) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
(2) Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with an initial sales charge for
(a) one another;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund; or
(c) Class A shares of another AIM Fund, but only if
(i) you acquired the original shares before May 1, 1994; or
(ii) you acquired the original shares on or after May 1, 1994 by way of an exchange from shares with higher initial sales charges; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for
(a) Class A shares of an AIM Fund subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), but only if you acquired the original shares
(i) prior to May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge;
(ii) on or after May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund); or
(4) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund for
(a) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(b) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund.
You will not pay a CDSC or other sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares for other Class A shares;
(2) Class B shares for other Class B shares;
(3) Class C shares for other Class C shares; or
(4) Class R shares for other Class R shares.
EXCHANGES NOT PERMITTED
Certain classes of shares are not covered by the exchange privilege. You may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund for Class A shares of a Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
(2) Class A shares of a Category III Fund for Class A shares of another Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
For shares purchased prior to November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of Category III Funds purchased at net asset value for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund;
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund;
(4) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category I or II Funds that are subject to a CDSC; or
(5) on or after January 15, 2002, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category III Funds that are subject to a CDSC.
For shares purchased on or after November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of any other AIM Fund (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC or for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund or for Class A shares of any AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC, however, if you originally purchased Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund, and exchanged those shares for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, you may further exchange the AIM Cash Reserve Shares for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
EXCHANGE CONDITIONS
The following conditions apply to all exchanges:
- You must meet the minimum purchase requirements for the AIM Fund into which you are exchanging;
- Shares of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire must be available for sale in your state of residence;
- Exchanges must be made between accounts with identical registration information;
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- The account you wish to exchange from must have a certified tax identification number (or the Fund has received an appropriate Form W-8 or W-9);
- Shares must have been held for at least one day prior to the exchange;
- If you have physical share certificates, you must return them to the transfer agent prior to the exchange; and
- You are limited to a maximum of 10 exchanges per calendar year, because excessive short-term trading or market-timing activity can hurt fund performance. If you exceed that limit, or if an AIM Fund or the distributor determines, in its sole discretion, that your short-term trading is excessive or that you are engaging in market-timing activity, it may reject any additional exchange orders. An exchange is the movement out of (redemption) one AIM Fund and into (purchase) another AIM Fund.
TERMS OF EXCHANGE
Under unusual market conditions, an AIM Fund may delay the purchase of shares being acquired in an exchange for up to five business days if it determines that it would be materially disadvantaged by the immediate transfer of exchange proceeds. There is no fee for exchanges. The exchange privilege is not an option or right to purchase shares. Any of the participating AIM Funds or the distributor may modify or terminate this privilege at any time. The AIM Fund or the distributor will provide you with notice of such modification or termination whenever it is required to do so by applicable law, but may impose changes at any time for emergency purposes.
BY MAIL
If you wish to make an exchange by mail, you must include original signatures of each registered owner exactly as the shares are registered, the account registration and account number, the dollar amount or number of shares to be exchanged and the names of the AIM Funds from which and into which the exchange is to be made.
BY TELEPHONE
Conditions that apply to exchanges by telephone are the same as redemptions by telephone, including that the transfer agent must receive exchange requests during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE; however, you still will be allowed to exchange by telephone even if you have changed your address of record within the preceding 30 days.
BY INTERNET
You will be allowed to exchange by internet if (1) you do not hold physical
share certificates; (2) you can provide proper identification information; and
(3) you have established the internet trading option.
EXCHANGING CLASS B, CLASS C AND CLASS R SHARES
PRICING OF SHARES
DETERMINATION OF NET ASSET VALUE
The price of each AIM Fund's shares is the fund's net asset value per share. The AIM Funds value portfolio securities for which market quotations are readily available at market value. The AIM Funds' short-term investments are valued at amortized cost when the security has 60 days or less to maturity. AIM Money Market Fund and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund value all of their securities at amortized cost. AIM High Income Municipal Fund, AIM Municipal Bond Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund value variable rate securities that have an unconditional demand or put feature exercisable within seven days or less at par, which reflects the market value of such securities.
The AIM Funds value all other securities and assets at their fair value. Securities and other assets quoted in foreign currencies are valued in U.S. dollars based on the prevailing exchange rates on that day. In addition, if, between the time trading ends on a particular security and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE, events occur that may materially affect the value of the security, the AIM Funds may value the security at its fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Directors or Trustees of the AIM Fund. The effect of using fair value pricing is that an AIM Fund's net asset value will be subject to the judgment of the Board of Directors or Trustees or its designee instead of being determined by the market. Because some of the AIM Funds may invest in securities that are primarily listed on foreign exchanges that trade
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on days when the AIM Funds do not price their shares, the value of those funds' assets may change on days when you will not be able to purchase or redeem fund shares.
Each AIM Fund determines the net asset value of its shares on each day the NYSE is open for business, as of the close of the customary trading session, or any earlier NYSE closing time that day. AIM Money Market Fund also determines its net asset value as of 12:00 noon Eastern Time on each day the NYSE is open for business.
TIMING OF ORDERS
You can purchase, exchange or redeem shares during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE. The AIM Funds price purchase, exchange and redemption orders at the net asset value calculated after the transfer agent receives an order in good order. An AIM Fund may postpone the right of redemption only under unusual circumstances, as allowed by the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as when the NYSE restricts or suspends trading.
TAXES
In general, dividends and distributions you receive are taxable as ordinary income or long-term capital gains for federal income tax purposes, whether you reinvest them in additional shares or take them in cash. Distributions are generally taxable to you at different rates depending on the length of time the fund holds its assets. Different tax rates may apply to ordinary income and long-term capital gain distributions, regardless of how long you have held your shares. Every year, you will be sent information showing the amount of dividends and distributions you received from each AIM Fund during the prior year.
Any long-term or short-term capital gains realized from redemptions of AIM Fund shares will be subject to federal income tax. Exchanges of shares for shares of another AIM Fund are treated as a sale, and any gain realized on the transaction will generally be subject to federal income tax.
INVESTORS IN TAX-EXEMPT FUNDS SHOULD READ THE INFORMATION UNDER THE HEADING "OTHER INFORMATION -- SPECIAL TAX INFORMATION REGARDING THE FUND" IN THEIR PROSPECTUS.
The foreign, state and local tax consequences of investing in AIM Fund shares may differ materially from the federal income tax consequences described above. In addition, the preceding discussion concerning the taxability of fund dividends and distributions and of redemptions and exchanges of AIM Fund shares is inapplicable to investors that are generally exempt from federal income tax, such as retirement plans that are qualified under Section 401 of the Internal Revenue Code, individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and Roth IRAs. You should consult your tax advisor before investing.
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More information may be obtained free of charge upon request. The Statement of Additional Information (SAI), a current version of which is on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), contains more details about the fund and is incorporated by reference into the prospectus (is legally a part of this prospectus). Annual and semiannual reports to shareholders contain additional information about the fund's investments. The fund's annual report also discusses the market conditions and investment strategies that significantly affected the fund's performance during its last fiscal year.
If you have questions about this fund, another fund in The AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark-- or your account, or wish to obtain free copies of the fund's current SAI or annual or semiannual reports, please contact us
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BY MAIL: A I M Fund Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 4739
Houston, TX 77210-4739
BY TELEPHONE: (800) 347-4246
ON THE INTERNET: You can send us a request
by e-mail or download
prospectuses, annual or
semiannual reports via
our website:
http://www.aiminvestments.com
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You also can review and obtain copies of the fund's SAI, reports and other information at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC; on the EDGAR database on the SEC's Internet website (http://www.sec.gov); or, after paying a duplication fee, by sending a letter to the SEC's Public Reference Section, Washington, DC 20549-0102 or by sending an electronic mail request to publicinfo@sec.gov. Please call the SEC at 1-202-942-8090 for information about the Public Reference Room.
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AIM LIBRA FUND
March 3, 2003
Prospectus
AIM Libra Fund seeks to provide long-term growth of
capital.
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This prospectus contains important information about the
Class A, B, and C shares of the fund. Please read it
before investing and keep it for future reference.
As with all other mutual fund securities, the Securities
and Exchange Commission has not approved or disapproved
these securities or determined whether the information
in this prospectus is adequate or accurate. Anyone who
tells you otherwise is committing a crime.
An investment in the fund:
- is not FDIC insured;
- may lose value; and
- is not guaranteed by a bank.
INVEST WITH DISCIPLINE [AIM LOGO APPEARS HERE]
--Registered Trademark-- --Servicemark--
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INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE AND STRATEGIES 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PRINCIPAL RISKS OF INVESTING IN THE FUND 1 ------------------------------------------------------ FEE TABLE AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE 2 ------------------------------------------------------ Fee Table 2 Expense Example 2 FUND MANAGEMENT 3 ------------------------------------------------------ The Advisor 3 Advisor Compensation 3 Portfolio Manager(s) 3 OTHER INFORMATION 3 ------------------------------------------------------ Sales Charges 3 Dividends and Distributions 3 SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION A-1 ------------------------------------------------------ Choosing a Share Class A-1 Purchasing Shares A-4 Redeeming Shares A-5 Exchanging Shares A-8 Pricing of Shares A-10 Taxes A-11 OBTAINING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Back Cover ------------------------------------------------------ |
The AIM Family of Funds, AIM and Design, AIM, AIM Funds, AIM Funds and Design, AIM Investor, AIM LINK, AIM Institutional Funds, aimfunds.com, La Familia AIM de Fondos, La Familia AIM de Fondos and Design, Invierta con DISCIPLINA and Invest with DISCIPLINE are registered service marks and AIM Bank Connection, AIM Internet Connect, AIM Private Asset Management, AIM Private Asset Management and Design, AIM Stylized and/or Design, AIM Alternative Assets and Design, AIM Investments, AIM Investments and Design, myaim.com, The AIM College Savings Plan, AIM Solo 401(k) and AIM Lifetime America are service marks of A I M Management Group Inc.
No dealer, salesperson or any other person has been authorized to give any information or to make any representations other than those contained in this prospectus, and you should not rely on such other information or representations.
The fund's investment objective is long-term growth of capital. The investment objective of the fund may be changed by the Board of Trustees without shareholder approval.
The fund seeks to meet its objective by investing in securities of companies the portfolio manager(s) believe are likely to benefit from new or innovative products, services or processes. The fund will invest without regard to market capitalization. The fund may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities. For cash management purposes, the fund may also hold a portion of its assets in cash or cash equivalents, including shares of affiliated money market funds. Any percentage limitations with respect to assets of the fund are applied at the time of purchase.
The portfolio manager(s) purchase securities of companies that have experienced, or that they believe have the potential for, above-average growth in earnings or that have the potential for superior earnings growth. The portfolio manager(s) consider whether to sell a particular security when they believe the security no longer meets these criteria.
In anticipation of or in response to adverse market or other conditions, or atypical circumstances such as unusually large cash inflows or redemptions, the fund may temporarily hold all or a portion of its assets in cash, cash equivalents or high-quality debt instruments. As a result, the fund may not achieve its investment objective.
The fund may engage in active and frequent trading of portfolio securities to achieve its investment objective. If the fund does trade in this way, it may incur increased transaction costs, which can lower the actual return on your investment. Active trading may also increase short-term gains and losses, which may affect the taxes you have to pay.
There is a risk that you could lose all or a portion of your investment in the fund. The value of your investment in the fund will go up and down with the prices of the securities in which the fund invests. The prices of equity securities change in response to many factors including the historical and prospective earnings of the issuer, the value of its assets, general economic conditions, interest rates, investor perceptions and market liquidity. This is especially true with respect to equity securities of smaller companies, whose prices may go up and down more than the prices of equity securities of larger, more established companies. Also, since equity securities of smaller companies may not be traded as often as equity securities of larger, more established companies, it may be difficult or impossible for the fund to sell securities at a desired price.
Foreign securities have additional risks, including exchange rate changes, political and economic upheaval, the relative lack of information about these companies, relatively low market liquidity and the potential lack of strict financial and accounting controls and standards.
The fund may participate in the initial public offering (IPO) market in some market cycles. Because of the fund's small asset base, any investment the fund may make in IPOs may significantly affect the fund's total return. As the fund's assets grow, the impact of IPO investments will decline, which may reduce the effect of IPO investments on the fund's total return.
An investment in the fund is not a deposit in a bank and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
FEE TABLE
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the fund.
SHAREHOLDER FEES -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (fees paid directly from your investment) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maximum Sales Charge (Load) Imposed on Purchases (as a percentage of offering price) 5.50% None None Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (Load) (as a percentage of original purchase price or redemption proceeds, whichever is less) None(1,2) 5.00% 1.00% -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES(3) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (expenses that are deducted from fund assets) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Management Fees 0.85% 0.85% 0.85% Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees 0.35 1.00 1.00 Other Expenses(4) 0.60 0.60 0.60 Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses 1.80 2.45 2.45 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
(1) If you buy $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares and redeem these shares within 18 months from the date of purchase, you may pay a 1% contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) at the time of redemption.
(2) Effective November 1, 2002, if you are a retirement plan participant and you bought $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares, you may pay a 1% CDSC if a total redemption of the retirement plan assets occurs within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
(3) There is no guarantee that actual expenses will be the same as those shown
in the table.
(4) Other Expenses are based on estimated amounts for the current fiscal year.
You may also be charged a transaction or other fee by the financial institution managing your account.
As a result of 12b-1 fees, long-term shareholders in the fund may pay more than the maximum permitted initial sales charge.
EXPENSE EXAMPLE
This example is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in different classes of the fund with the cost of investing in other mutual funds.
The example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the fund for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the fund's operating expenses remain the same. To the extent fees are waived and/or expenses are reimbursed, your expenses will be lower. Although your actual returns and costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS
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Class A $723 $1,085
Class B 748 1,064
Class C 348 764
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS
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Class A $723 $1,085
Class B 248 764
Class C 248 764
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THE ADVISOR
A I M Advisors, Inc. serves as the fund's investment advisor and is responsible for its day-to-day management. The advisor is located at 11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77046-1173. The advisor supervises all aspects of the fund's operations and provides investment advisory services to the fund, including obtaining and evaluating economic, statistical and financial information to formulate and implement investment programs for the fund.
The advisor has acted as an investment advisor since its organization in 1976. Today, the advisor, together with its subsidiaries, advises or manages over 190 investment portfolios, including the fund, encompassing a broad range of investment objectives.
ADVISOR COMPENSATION
The advisor is to receive a fee from the fund calculated at the annual rate of 0.85% of the first $1 billion of the average daily net assets and 0.80% of the average daily net assets over $1 billion.
PORTFOLIO MANAGER(S)
The advisor uses a team approach to investment management. The individual member(s) of the team who is primarily responsible for the management of the fund's portfolio is
- Jonathan C. Schoolar, Senior Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 2002 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1986.
He is assisted by the Large Cap Growth Team. More information on the fund's management team may be found on our website (http://www.aiminvestments.com).
SALES CHARGES
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Libra Fund are subject to the maximum 5.50% initial sales charge as listed under the heading "CATEGORY I Initial Sales Charges" in the "Shareholder Information--Choosing a Share Class" section of this prospectus. Certain purchases of Class A shares at net asset value may be subject to the contingent deferred sales charge listed in that section. Purchases of Class B and Class C shares are subject to the contingent deferred sales charges listed in that section.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund expects that its distributions, if any, will consist primarily of capital gains.
DIVIDENDS
The fund generally declares and pays dividends, if any, annually.
CAPITAL GAINS DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund generally distributes long-term and short-term capital gains, if any, annually.
In addition to the fund, A I M Advisors, Inc. serves as investment advisor to many other mutual funds (the AIM Funds). The following information is about all the AIM Funds.
CHOOSING A SHARE CLASS
Many of the AIM Funds have multiple classes of shares, each class representing an interest in the same portfolio of investments. When choosing a share class, you should consult your financial advisor as to which class is most suitable for you. In addition, you should consider the factors below:
CLASS A(1) CLASS A3 CLASS B CLASS C CLASS R
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- Initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales
charge charge charge charge charge
- Reduced or waived - No contingent - Contingent - Contingent - Generally, no
initial sales deferred sales deferred sales deferred sales contingent
charge for certain charge charge on charge on deferred sales
purchases(2,3) redemptions within redemptions within charge(2)
six years one year(5)
- Generally, lower - 12b-1 fee of 0.35% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 0.50%
distribution and
service (12b-1)
fee than Class B,
Class C or Class R
shares (See "Fee
Table and Expense
Example")
- Does not convert - Converts to Class - Does not convert - Does not convert
to Class A shares A shares at the to Class A shares to Class A shares
end of the month
which is eight
years after the
date on which
shares were
purchased along
with a pro rata
portion of its
reinvested
dividends and
distributions(4)
- Generally more - Generally more - Purchase orders - Generally more - Generally, only
appropriate for appropriate for limited to amounts appropriate for available to the
long-term short-term less than $250,000 short-term following types of
investors investors investors retirement plans:
(i) all section
401 and 457 plans,
(ii) section 403
plans sponsored by
section 501(c)(3)
organizations, and
(iii) IRA
rollovers from
such plans if an
AIM Fund was
offered
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Certain AIM Funds also offer Institutional Class shares to certain eligible institutional investors; consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund were closed to new investors.
(2) A contingent deferred sales charge may apply in some cases.
(3) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
(4) AIM Money Market Fund: Class B shares convert to AIM Cash Reserve Shares.
AIM Global Trends Fund: If you held Class B shares on May 29, 1998 and continue to hold them, those shares will convert to Class A shares of that fund at the end of the month which is seven years after the date on which shares were purchased. If you exchange those shares for Class B shares of another AIM Fund, the shares into which you exchanged will not convert to Class A shares until the end of the month which is eight years after the date on which you purchased your original shares.
(5) A contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) does not apply to redemption of Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you exchange Class C shares of another AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC into AIM Short Term Bond Fund.
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE (12b-1) FEES
Each AIM Fund (except AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with respect to its Class A shares) has adopted 12b-1 plans that allow the AIM Fund to pay distribution fees to A I M Distributors, Inc. (the distributor) for the sale and distribution of its shares and fees for services provided to shareholders, all or a substantial portion of which are paid to the dealer of record. Because the AIM Fund pays these fees out of its assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges.
SALES CHARGES
Sales charges on the AIM Funds and classes of those Funds are detailed below. As used below, the term "offering price" with respect to all categories of Class A shares includes the initial sales charge.
INITIAL SALES CHARGES
The AIM Funds are grouped into three categories with respect to initial sales charges. The "Other Information" section of your prospectus will tell you in what category your particular AIM Fund is classified.
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CATEGORY I INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION(1) OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 25,000 5.50% 5.82%
$ 25,000 but less than $ 50,000 5.25 5.54
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.75 4.99
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 3.00 3.09
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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(1) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
CATEGORY II INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 50,000 4.75% 4.99%
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.00 4.17
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 2.50 2.56
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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CATEGORY III INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 100,000 1.00% 1.01%
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 0.75 0.76
$250,000 but less than $1,000,000 0.50 0.50
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SHARES SOLD WITHOUT A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge on purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund.
You will not pay an initial sales charge or a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND
You can purchase $1,000,000 or more (a Large Purchase) of Class A shares of Category I and II Funds at net asset value. However, if you redeem these shares prior to 18 months after the date of purchase, they will be subject to a CDSC of 1%.
If you made a Large Purchase of Class A shares of Category III Funds at net asset value during the period November 15, 2001 through October 30, 2002, such shares will be subject to a 0.25% CDSC if you redeem them prior to 12 months after the date of purchase.
If you currently own Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund and make additional purchases (through October 30, 2002 for Category III Funds only) at net asset value that result in account balances of $1,000,000 or more, the additional shares purchased will be subject to a CDSC (an 18-month, 1% CDSC for Category I and II Fund shares, and a 12-month, 0.25% CDSC for Category III Fund shares.) The CDSC for Category III Fund shares will not apply to additional purchases made prior to November 15, 2001 or after October 30, 2002.
Some retirement plans can purchase Class A shares at their net asset value per share. Effective November 1, 2002, if the distributor paid a concession to the dealer of record in connection with a Large Purchase of Class A shares by a retirement plan, the Class A shares may be subject to a 1% CDSC at the time of redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase.
You may be charged a CDSC when you redeem AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
The distributor may pay a dealer concession and/or a service fee for Large Purchases and purchases by certain retirement plans.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS B AND CLASS C SHARES
You can purchase Class B and Class C shares at their net asset value per share. However, when you redeem them, they are subject to a CDSC in the following percentages:
YEAR SINCE PURCHASE MADE CLASS B CLASS C ---------------------------------------------------------- First 5% 1% Second 4 None Third 3 None Fourth 3 None Fifth 2 None Sixth 1 None Seventh and following None None ---------------------------------------------------------- |
You can purchase Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund at their net asset value and not subject to a CDSC. However, you may be charged a CDSC when you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS R SHARES
You can purchase Class R shares at their net asset value per share. If the distributor pays a concession to the dealer of record, however, the Class R shares are subject to a 0.75% CDSC at the time of
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redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
COMPUTING A CDSC
The CDSC on redemptions of shares is computed based on the lower of their original purchase price or current market value, net of reinvested dividends and capital gains distributions. In determining whether to charge a CDSC, we will assume that you have redeemed shares on which there is no CDSC first and, then, shares in the order of purchase.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES AND SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You may qualify for reduced sales charges or sales charge exceptions. To qualify for these reductions or exceptions, you or your financial consultant must provide sufficient information at the time of purchase to verify that your purchase qualifies for such treatment.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES
You may be eligible to buy Class A shares at reduced initial sales charge rates under Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent under certain circumstances.
RIGHTS OF ACCUMULATION
You may combine your new purchases of Class A shares with shares currently owned
(Class A, B, C or R) for the purpose of qualifying for the lower initial sales
charge rates that apply to larger purchases. The applicable initial sales charge
for the new purchase is based on the total of your current purchase and the
current value of all other shares you own.
LETTERS OF INTENT
Under a Letter of Intent (LOI), you commit to purchase a specified dollar amount
of Class A shares of AIM Funds during a 13-month period. The amount you agree to
purchase determines the initial sales charge you pay. If the full face amount of
the LOI is not invested by the end of the 13-month period, your account will be
adjusted to the higher initial sales charge level for the amount actually
invested.
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class B and Class C shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will not be taken into account in determining whether a purchase qualifies for a reduction in initial sales charges pursuant to Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent.
INITIAL SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay initial sales charges
- on shares purchased by reinvesting dividends and distributions;
- when exchanging shares among certain AIM Funds;
- when using the reinstatement privileges; and
- when a merger, consolidation, or acquisition of assets of an AIM Fund occurs.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE (CDSC) EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay a CDSC
- if you redeem Class B shares you held for more than six years;
- if you redeem Class C shares you held for more than one year;
- if you redeem Class C shares of an AIM Fund other than AIM Short Term Bond Fund and you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund;
- if you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of another AIM Fund and the original purchase was subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, at any time, less than all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, after having held them for more than one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase, all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you redeem shares acquired through reinvestment of dividends and distributions; and
- on increases in the net asset value of your shares.
There may be other situations when you may be able to purchase or redeem shares at reduced or without sales charges. Consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
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PURCHASING SHARES
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS PER AIM FUND ACCOUNT
There are no minimum investments with respect to Class R shares for AIM Fund accounts. The minimum investments with respect to Class A, A3, B and C shares for AIM Fund accounts (except for investments in AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund) are as follows:
INITIAL ADDITIONAL
TYPE OF ACCOUNT INVESTMENTS INVESTMENTS
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Savings Plans (money-purchase/profit sharing plans, 401(k) $ 0 ($25 per AIM Fund investment for $25
plans, Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) accounts, Salary salary deferrals from Savings
Reduction (SARSEP) accounts, Savings Incentive Match Plans Plans)
for Employee IRA (Simple IRA) accounts, 403(b) or 457 plans)
Automatic Investment Plans 50 25
IRA, Education IRA or Roth IRA 250 50
All other accounts 500 50
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The minimum initial investment for AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund (the Special Opportunities Funds) accounts is $10,000. The minimum subsequent investment is $1,000. The maximum amount for a single purchase order of AIM Opportunities I Fund is $250,000.
HOW TO PURCHASE SHARES
You may purchase shares using one of the options below. Purchase orders will not be processed unless the account application and purchase payment are received in good order. In accordance with the USA PATRIOT Act, if you fail to provide all the required information requested in the current account application, your purchase order will not be processed.
OPENING AN ACCOUNT ADDING TO AN ACCOUNT
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant. Same
By Mail Mail completed account application and Mail your check and the remittance slip
check to the transfer agent, A I M Fund from your confirmation statement to the
Services, Inc., P.O. Box 4739, Houston, transfer agent.
TX 77210-4739.
By Wire Mail completed account application to Call the transfer agent to receive a
the transfer agent. Call the transfer reference number. Then, use the wire
agent at (800) 959-4246 to receive a instructions at left.
reference number. Then, use the
following wire instructions:
Beneficiary Bank ABA/Routing #:
113000609
Beneficiary Account Number: 00100366807
Beneficiary Account Name: A I M Fund
Services, Inc.
RFB: Fund Name, Reference #
OBI: Your Name, Account #
By AIM Bank Connection--Servicemark-- Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Bank Connection option
methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Bank Connection
form. Mail the application or form to
the transfer agent. Once the transfer
agent has received the form, call the
transfer agent to place your purchase
order.
By AIM Internet Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Internet Connect option
Connect--Servicemark-- methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Internet Connect
Authorization Form. Mail the
application or form to the transfer
agent. Once your request for this
option has been processed (which may
take up to 10 days), you may place your
purchase order at
www.AIMinvestments.com. You may not
purchase shares in AIM prototype
retirement accounts on the internet.
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SPECIAL PLANS
AUTOMATIC INVESTMENT PLAN
You can arrange for periodic investments in any of the AIM Funds by authorizing the AIM Fund to withdraw the amount of your investment from your bank account on a day or dates you specify and in an amount of at least $25 ($1,000 for any of the Special Opportunities Funds). You may stop the Automatic Investment Plan at any time by giving the transfer agent notice ten days prior to your next scheduled withdrawal.
DOLLAR COST AVERAGING
Dollar Cost Averaging allows you to make automatic monthly or quarterly exchanges, if permitted, from one AIM Fund account to one or more other AIM Fund accounts with the identical registration. The account from which exchanges are to be made must have a minimum balance of $5,000 before you can use this option. Exchanges will occur on (or about) the 10th or 25th day of the month, whichever you specify, in the amount you specify. The minimum amount you can exchange to a Special Opportunities Fund is $1,000. The minimum amount you can exchange to another AIM Fund is $25.
AUTOMATIC DIVIDEND INVESTMENT
All of your dividends and distributions may be paid in cash or invested in any AIM Fund at net asset value. Unless you specify otherwise, your dividends and distributions will automatically be reinvested in the same AIM Fund. You may invest your dividends and distributions (1) into another AIM Fund in the same class of shares; or (2) from Class A shares into AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, or vice versa.
You must comply with the following requirements to be eligible to invest your dividends and distributions in shares of another AIM Fund:
(1) Your account balance (a) in the AIM Fund paying the dividend must be at
least $5,000; or (b) in the AIM Fund receiving the dividend must be at least
$500;
(2) Both accounts must have identical registration information; and
(3) You must have completed an authorization form to reinvest dividends into another AIM Fund.
PORTFOLIO REBALANCING PROGRAM
If you have at least $5,000 in your account, you may participate in the Portfolio Rebalancing Program. Under this Program, you can designate how the total value of your AIM Fund holdings should be rebalanced, on a percentage basis, between two and ten of your AIM Funds on a quarterly, semiannual or annual basis. Your portfolio will be rebalanced through the exchange of shares in one or more of your AIM Funds for shares of the same class of one or more other AIM Funds in your portfolio. If you wish to participate in the Program, make changes or cancel the Program, the transfer agent must receive your request to participate, changes, or cancellation in good order at least five business days prior to the next rebalancing date, which is normally the 28th day of the last month of the period you choose. You may realize taxable gains from these exchanges. We may modify, suspend or terminate the Program at any time on 60 days prior written notice.
RETIREMENT PLANS
Shares of most of the AIM Funds can be purchased through tax-sheltered retirement plans made available to corporations, individuals and employees of non-profit organizations and public schools. A plan document must be adopted to establish a retirement plan. You may use AIM sponsored retirement plans, which include IRAs, Education IRAs, Roth IRAs, 403(b) plans, 401(k) plans, SIMPLE IRA plans, SEP/SARSEP plans and Money Purchase/Profit Sharing plans, or another sponsor's retirement plan. The plan custodian of the AIM sponsored retirement plan assesses an annual maintenance fee of $10. Contact your financial consultant for details.
REDEEMING SHARES
REDEMPTION FEES
Generally, we will not charge you any fees to redeem your shares. Your broker or financial consultant may charge service fees for handling redemption transactions. Your shares also may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC).
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE PRIOR TO NOVEMBER 15, 2001.
If you purchased $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund at net asset value prior to November 15, 2001, or entered into a Letter of Intent prior to November 15, 2001 to purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
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- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
Category I or II Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Fund - Class A shares of months of initial
Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - No CDSC
Category III Category III Fund(1)
Fund(1) - Class A shares of
AIM Tax-Exempt
Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
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REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE ON AND AFTER NOVEMBER 15, 2001
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds), or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds) at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III Fund purchase of Category
III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - 0.25% if shares are
shares of Category III Fund(1) redeemed within 12
Category - Class A shares of months of initial
III Fund AIM Tax-Exempt purchase of Category
Cash Fund III Fund shares
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE AFTER OCTOBER 30, 2002
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on or after October 31, 2002, or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after October 31, 2002 at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(2) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM Money
Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III purchase of Category
Fund(1) III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - No CDSC
shares of Category III Fund(2)
Category
III - Class A shares of AIM
Fund(1) Tax-Exempt Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM Money
Market
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(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, only existing shareholders
of Class A shares of a Category III Fund may purchase such shares.
(2) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III
Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS B SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FROM AIM FLOATING RATE FUND
If you redeem Class B shares you acquired by exchange via a tender offer by AIM Floating Rate Fund, the early withdrawal charge applicable to shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will be applied instead of the CDSC normally applicable to Class B shares.
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant.
By Mail Send a written request to the transfer agent. Requests must
include (1) original signatures of all registered owners;
(2) the name of the AIM Fund and your account number; (3) if
the transfer agent does not hold your shares, endorsed share
certificates or share certificates accompanied by an
executed stock power; and (4) signature guarantees, if
necessary (see below). The transfer agent may require that
you provide additional information, such as corporate
resolutions or powers of attorney, if applicable. If you are
redeeming from an IRA account, you must include a statement
of whether or not you are at least 59 1/2 years old and
whether you wish to have federal income tax withheld from
your proceeds. The transfer agent may require certain other
information before you can redeem from an employer-sponsored
retirement plan. Contact your employer for details.
By Telephone Call the transfer agent. You will be allowed to redeem by
telephone if (1) the proceeds are to be mailed to the
address on record (if there has been no change communicated
to us within the last 30 days) or transferred electronically
to a pre-authorized checking account; (2) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (3) you can provide proper
identification information; (4) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (5) you have not
previously declined the telephone redemption privilege.
Certain accounts, including retirement accounts and 403(b)
plans, may not be redeemed by telephone. The transfer agent
must receive your call during the hours of the customary
trading session of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in
order to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
You may, with limited exceptions, redeem from an IRA account
by telephone. Redemptions from other types of retirement
accounts must be requested in writing.
By AIM Internet Connect Place your redemption request at www.AIMinvestments.com. You
will be allowed to redeem by internet if (1) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (2) you can provide proper
identification information; (3) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (4) you have
established the internet trading option. AIM prototype
retirement accounts may not be redeemed on the internet. The
transfer agent must confirm your transaction during the
hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE in order
to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
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TIMING AND METHOD OF PAYMENT
We normally will send out checks within one business day, and in any event no more than seven days, after we accept your request to redeem. If you redeem shares recently purchased by check, you will be required to wait up to ten business days before we will send your redemption proceeds. This delay is necessary to ensure that the purchase check has cleared.
REDEMPTION BY MAIL
If you mail us a request in good order to redeem your shares, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to the address on record with us. If your request is not in good order, you may have to provide us with additional documentation in order to redeem your shares.
REDEMPTION BY TELEPHONE
If you redeem by telephone, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to your address of record (if there has been no change communicated to the transfer agent within the previous 30 days) or transmit them electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by telephone are genuine and are not liable for telephone instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
REDEMPTION BY INTERNET
If you redeem by internet, we will transmit your redemption proceeds electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by internet are genuine and are not liable for internet instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
PAYMENT FOR SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWALS
You may arrange for regular monthly or quarterly withdrawals from your account of at least $50. You also may make annual withdrawals if you own Class A shares. We will redeem enough shares from your account to cover the amount withdrawn. You must have an account balance of at least $5,000 to establish a Systematic Withdrawal Plan. You can stop this plan at any time by giving ten days prior notice to the transfer agent.
EXPEDITED REDEMPTIONS
(AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
If we receive your redemption order before 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time, we will try
to transmit payment of redemption proceeds on that same day. If we receive your
redemption order after 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time and before the close of the
customary trading session of the NYSE, we generally will transmit payment on the
next business day.
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REDEMPTIONS BY CHECK
(CLASS A SHARES OF AIM TAX-EXEMPT CASH FUND AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM
MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
You may redeem shares of these AIM Funds by writing checks in amounts of $250 or
more if you have completed an authorization form. Redemption by check is not
available for retirement accounts.
SIGNATURE GUARANTEES
We require a signature guarantee when you redeem by mail and
(1) the amount is greater than $250,000;
(2) you request that payment be made to someone other than the name registered on the account;
(3) you request that payment be sent somewhere other than the bank of record on the account; or
(4) you request that payment be sent to a new address or an address that changed in the last 30 days.
The transfer agent will accept a guarantee of your signature by a number of financial institutions. Call the transfer agent for additional information. Some institutions have transaction amount maximums for these guarantees. Please check with the guarantor institution.
REINSTATEMENT PRIVILEGES
You may, within 120 days after you sell shares (except Class R shares, Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class A shares and Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of any Category I or II AIM Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
You may, within 120 days after you sell some but not all of your Class A shares of a Category III Fund, reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of that same Category III Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
The reinvestment amount must meet the subsequent investment minimum as indicated in the section "Purchasing Shares".
If you paid an initial sales charge on any reinstated amount, you will receive credit on purchases of Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
If you paid a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on any reinstated amount, you will not be subject to a CDSC if you later redeem that amount.
You must notify the transfer agent in writing at the time you reinstate that you are exercising your reinstatement privilege.
REDEMPTIONS BY THE AIM FUNDS
If your account (Class A, Class A3, Class B and Class C shares only) has been open at least one year, you have not made an additional purchase in the account during the past six calendar months, and the value of your account falls below $500 for three consecutive months due to redemptions or exchanges (excluding retirement accounts), the AIM Funds have the right to redeem the account after giving you 60 days' prior written notice. You may avoid having your account redeemed during the notice period by bringing the account value up to $500 or by utilizing the Automatic Investment Plan.
If an AIM Fund determines that you have not provided a correct Social Security or other tax ID number on your account application, the AIM Fund may, at its discretion, redeem the account and distribute the proceeds to you.
EXCHANGING SHARES
You may, under certain circumstances, exchange shares in one AIM Fund for those of another AIM Fund. Before requesting an exchange, review the prospectus of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire. Exchange privileges also apply to holders of the Connecticut General Guaranteed Account, established for tax-qualified group annuities, for contracts purchased on or before June 30, 1992.
PERMITTED EXCHANGES
Except as otherwise stated under "Exchanges Not Permitted," you generally may exchange your shares for shares of the same class of another AIM Fund.
You may also exchange:
(1) Class A shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(2) Class A shares of an AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund, AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(3) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(4) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund);
(5) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(6) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, effective February 17, 2003, and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund).
You may be required to pay an initial sales charge when exchanging from a Fund with a lower initial sales charge than the one into which you are exchanging. If you exchange into shares that are subject to a CDSC, we will begin the holding period for purposes of calculating the CDSC on the date you made your initial purchase.
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EXCHANGES NOT SUBJECT TO A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares with an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for
(a) Class A shares of another AIM Fund;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(c) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
(2) Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with an initial sales charge for
(a) one another;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund; or
(c) Class A shares of another AIM Fund, but only if
(i) you acquired the original shares before May 1, 1994; or
(ii) you acquired the original shares on or after May 1, 1994 by way of an exchange from shares with higher initial sales charges; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for
(a) Class A shares of an AIM Fund subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), but only if you acquired the original shares
(i) prior to May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge;
(ii) on or after May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund); or
(4) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund for
(a) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(b) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund.
You will not pay a CDSC or other sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares for other Class A shares;
(2) Class B shares for other Class B shares;
(3) Class C shares for other Class C shares; or
(4) Class R shares for other Class R shares.
EXCHANGES NOT PERMITTED
Certain classes of shares are not covered by the exchange privilege. You may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund for Class A shares of a Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
(2) Class A shares of a Category III Fund for Class A shares of another Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
For shares purchased prior to November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of Category III Funds purchased at net asset value for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund;
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund;
(4) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category I or II Funds that are subject to a CDSC; or
(5) on or after January 15, 2002, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category III Funds that are subject to a CDSC.
For shares purchased on or after November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of any other AIM Fund (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC or for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund or for Class A shares of any AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC, however, if you originally purchased Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund, and exchanged those shares for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, you may further exchange the AIM Cash Reserve Shares for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
EXCHANGE CONDITIONS
The following conditions apply to all exchanges:
- You must meet the minimum purchase requirements for the AIM Fund into which you are exchanging;
- Shares of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire must be available for sale in your state of residence;
- Exchanges must be made between accounts with identical registration information;
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- The account you wish to exchange from must have a certified tax identification number (or the Fund has received an appropriate Form W-8 or W-9);
- Shares must have been held for at least one day prior to the exchange;
- If you have physical share certificates, you must return them to the transfer agent prior to the exchange; and
- You are limited to a maximum of 10 exchanges per calendar year, because excessive short-term trading or market-timing activity can hurt fund performance. If you exceed that limit, or if an AIM Fund or the distributor determines, in its sole discretion, that your short-term trading is excessive or that you are engaging in market-timing activity, it may reject any additional exchange orders. An exchange is the movement out of (redemption) one AIM Fund and into (purchase) another AIM Fund.
TERMS OF EXCHANGE
Under unusual market conditions, an AIM Fund may delay the purchase of shares being acquired in an exchange for up to five business days if it determines that it would be materially disadvantaged by the immediate transfer of exchange proceeds. There is no fee for exchanges. The exchange privilege is not an option or right to purchase shares. Any of the participating AIM Funds or the distributor may modify or terminate this privilege at any time. The AIM Fund or the distributor will provide you with notice of such modification or termination whenever it is required to do so by applicable law, but may impose changes at any time for emergency purposes.
BY MAIL
If you wish to make an exchange by mail, you must include original signatures of each registered owner exactly as the shares are registered, the account registration and account number, the dollar amount or number of shares to be exchanged and the names of the AIM Funds from which and into which the exchange is to be made.
BY TELEPHONE
Conditions that apply to exchanges by telephone are the same as redemptions by telephone, including that the transfer agent must receive exchange requests during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE; however, you still will be allowed to exchange by telephone even if you have changed your address of record within the preceding 30 days.
BY INTERNET
You will be allowed to exchange by internet if (1) you do not hold physical
share certificates; (2) you can provide proper identification information; and
(3) you have established the internet trading option.
EXCHANGING CLASS B, CLASS C AND CLASS R SHARES
PRICING OF SHARES
DETERMINATION OF NET ASSET VALUE
The price of each AIM Fund's shares is the fund's net asset value per share. The AIM Funds value portfolio securities for which market quotations are readily available at market value. The AIM Funds' short-term investments are valued at amortized cost when the security has 60 days or less to maturity. AIM Money Market Fund and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund value all of their securities at amortized cost. AIM High Income Municipal Fund, AIM Municipal Bond Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund value variable rate securities that have an unconditional demand or put feature exercisable within seven days or less at par, which reflects the market value of such securities.
The AIM Funds value all other securities and assets at their fair value. Securities and other assets quoted in foreign currencies are valued in U.S. dollars based on the prevailing exchange rates on that day. In addition, if, between the time trading ends on a particular security and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE, events occur that may materially affect the value of the security, the AIM Funds may value the security at its fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Directors or Trustees of the AIM Fund. The effect of using fair value pricing is that an AIM Fund's net asset value will be subject to the judgment of the Board of Directors or Trustees or its designee instead of being determined by the market. Because some of the AIM Funds may invest in securities that are primarily listed on foreign exchanges that trade
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on days when the AIM Funds do not price their shares, the value of those funds' assets may change on days when you will not be able to purchase or redeem fund shares.
Each AIM Fund determines the net asset value of its shares on each day the NYSE is open for business, as of the close of the customary trading session, or any earlier NYSE closing time that day. AIM Money Market Fund also determines its net asset value as of 12:00 noon Eastern Time on each day the NYSE is open for business.
TIMING OF ORDERS
You can purchase, exchange or redeem shares during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE. The AIM Funds price purchase, exchange and redemption orders at the net asset value calculated after the transfer agent receives an order in good order. An AIM Fund may postpone the right of redemption only under unusual circumstances, as allowed by the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as when the NYSE restricts or suspends trading.
TAXES
In general, dividends and distributions you receive are taxable as ordinary income or long-term capital gains for federal income tax purposes, whether you reinvest them in additional shares or take them in cash. Distributions are generally taxable to you at different rates depending on the length of time the fund holds its assets. Different tax rates may apply to ordinary income and long-term capital gain distributions, regardless of how long you have held your shares. Every year, you will be sent information showing the amount of dividends and distributions you received from each AIM Fund during the prior year.
Any long-term or short-term capital gains realized from redemptions of AIM Fund shares will be subject to federal income tax. Exchanges of shares for shares of another AIM Fund are treated as a sale, and any gain realized on the transaction will generally be subject to federal income tax.
INVESTORS IN TAX-EXEMPT FUNDS SHOULD READ THE INFORMATION UNDER THE HEADING "OTHER INFORMATION -- SPECIAL TAX INFORMATION REGARDING THE FUND" IN THEIR PROSPECTUS.
The foreign, state and local tax consequences of investing in AIM Fund shares may differ materially from the federal income tax consequences described above. In addition, the preceding discussion concerning the taxability of fund dividends and distributions and of redemptions and exchanges of AIM Fund shares is inapplicable to investors that are generally exempt from federal income tax, such as retirement plans that are qualified under Section 401 of the Internal Revenue Code, individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and Roth IRAs. You should consult your tax advisor before investing.
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More information may be obtained free of charge upon request. The Statement of Additional Information (SAI), a current version of which is on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), contains more details about the fund and is incorporated by reference into the prospectus (is legally a part of this prospectus). Annual and semiannual reports to shareholders contain additional information about the fund's investments. The fund's annual report also discusses the market conditions and investment strategies that significantly affected the fund's performance during its last fiscal year.
If you have questions about this fund, another fund in The AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark-- or your account, or wish to obtain free copies of the fund's current SAI or annual or semiannual reports, please contact us
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BY MAIL: A I M Fund Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 4739
Houston, TX 77210-4739
BY TELEPHONE: (800) 347-4246
ON THE INTERNET: You can send us a request
by e-mail or download
prospectuses, annual or
semiannual reports via
our website:
http://www.aiminvestments.com
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You also can review and obtain copies of the fund's SAI, reports and other information at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC; on the EDGAR database on the SEC's Internet website (http://www.sec.gov); or, after paying a duplication fee, by sending a letter to the SEC's Public Reference Section, Washington, DC 20549-0102 or by sending an electronic mail request to publicinfo@sec.gov. Please call the SEC at 1-202-942-8090 for information about the Public Reference Room.
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AIM STRATEGIC INCOME FUND
March 3, 2003
Prospectus
AIM Strategic Income Fund seeks to provide high current
income and, secondarily, seeks growth of capital.
This prospectus contains important information about the Class A, B and C shares of the fund. Please read it before investing and keep it for future reference.
As with all other mutual fund securities, the Securities
and Exchange Commission has not approved or disapproved
these securities or determined whether the information
in this prospectus is adequate or accurate. Anyone who
tells
you otherwise is committing a crime.
An investment in the fund:
- is not FDIC insured;
- may lose value; and
- is not guaranteed by a bank.
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INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PRINCIPAL RISKS OF INVESTING IN THE FUND 1 ------------------------------------------------------ PERFORMANCE INFORMATION 3 ------------------------------------------------------ Annual Total Returns 3 Performance Table 3 FEE TABLE AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE 4 ------------------------------------------------------ Fee Table 4 Expense Example 4 FUND MANAGEMENT 5 ------------------------------------------------------ The Advisor 5 Advisor Compensation 5 Portfolio Managers 5 OTHER INFORMATION 5 ------------------------------------------------------ Sales Charges 5 Dividends and Distributions 5 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS 6 ------------------------------------------------------ SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION A-1 ------------------------------------------------------ Choosing a Share Class A-1 Purchasing Shares A-4 Redeeming Shares A-5 Exchanging Shares A-8 Pricing of Shares A-10 Taxes A-11 OBTAINING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Back Cover ------------------------------------------------------ |
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No dealer, salesperson or any other person has been authorized to give any information or to make any representations other than those contained in this prospectus, and you should not rely on such other information or representations.
INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES
The fund's primary investment objective is high current income, and its secondary investment objective is growth of capital. The investment objectives of the fund may be changed by the Board of Trustees without shareholder approval.
The fund seeks to meet these objectives by investing primarily in debt securities, including mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, of issuers in the United States and developed and developing countries, i.e., those that are in the initial stages of their industrial cycles. The securities of issuers in developing countries may consist substantially of "Brady Bonds" and other sovereign debt securities issued by governments of such countries and traded in the markets of developed countries or groups of developed countries without regard to ratings. Brady Bonds are debt restructurings that provide for the exchange of cash and loans for newly issued bonds.
The fund normally invests at least 35% of its total assets in U.S. and foreign debt and other fixed income securities that are either rated at least investment grade by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. or Standard & Poor's (rated in the four highest ratings categories by Moody's or S&P), or the fund's portfolio managers believe to be of comparable quality. The fund may invest up to 65% of its total assets in debt securities that are rated below investment grade by such agencies or that the fund's portfolio managers believe to be of comparable quality, i.e., "junk bonds." The fund may invest up to 65% of its total assets in debt securities of issuers in developing countries. The fund may also invest up to 35% of its total assets in equity securities. The fund may invest a significant portion of its assets in the securities of U.S. issuers. For cash management purposes, the fund may also hold a portion of its assets in cash or cash equivalents, including shares of affiliated money market funds. Any percentage limitations with respect to assets of the fund are applied at the time of purchase.
The portfolio managers allocate assets among securities of countries and in currency denominations that are expected to provide the most attractive opportunities for meeting the fund's investment objectives. The portfolio managers consider fundamental economic strength, credit quality, and currency and interest rate trends in emphasizing various country, geographic, and industry sectors within the fund. Further, the portfolio managers select particular issuers based on additional economic criteria such as yield, maturity, issue classification, and quality characteristics. Currency investments are based on factors such as relative inflation, interest rate levels and trends, growth rate forecasts, balance of payments status, and economic policies. The portfolio managers consider whether to sell a particular security when any of these factors materially changes.
The fund is non-diversified, which means it can invest a greater percentage of its assets in any one issuer than a diversified fund can. With respect to 50% of its assets, a non-diversified fund is permitted to invest more than 5% of its assets in the securities of any one issuer.
In anticipation of or in response to adverse market or other conditions, or atypical circumstances such as unusually large cash inflows or redemptions, the fund may temporarily hold all or a portion of its assets in cash, cash equivalents, or high-quality debt instruments. As a result, the fund may not achieve its investment objectives.
The fund may engage in active and frequent trading of portfolio securities to achieve its investment objective. If the fund does trade in this way, it may incur increased transaction costs, which can lower the actual return on your investment. Active trading may also increase short-term gains and losses, which may affect the taxes you have to pay.
There is a risk that you could lose all or a portion of your investment in the fund and that the income you may receive from your investment may vary. The value of your investment in the fund will go up and down with the prices of the securities in which the fund invests. Debt securities are particularly vulnerable to credit risk and interest rate fluctuations. When interest rates rise, bond prices fall; the longer a bond's duration, the more sensitive it is to this risk. The fund could also lose money if any debt securities that the fund holds are downgraded or go into default.
Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are subject to different risks from bonds and, as a result, may respond to changes in interest rates differently. If interest rates fall, people refinance or pay off their mortgages ahead of time, which may cause mortgage-backed securities to lose value. If interest rates rise, many people may refinance or prepay their mortgages at a slower-than-expected rate. This may effectively lengthen the life of mortgage-backed securities, which may cause the securities to be more sensitive to changes in interest rates.
The prices of foreign securities may be further affected by other factors, including:
- Currency exchange rates--The dollar value of the fund's foreign investments will be affected by changes in the exchange rates between the dollar and the currencies in which those investments are traded.
- Political and economic conditions--The value of the fund's foreign investments may be adversely affected by political and social instability in their home countries and by changes in economic or taxation policies in those countries.
- Regulations--Foreign companies generally are subject to less stringent regulations, including financial and accounting controls, than are U.S. companies. As a result, there generally is less publicly
available information about foreign companies than about U.S. companies.
- Markets--The securities markets of other countries are smaller than U.S. securities markets. As a result, many foreign securities may be less liquid and more volatile than U.S. securities.
These factors may affect the price of securities issued by foreign companies and governments located in developing countries more than those in countries with mature economies. For example, many developing countries have, in the past, experienced high rates of inflation or sharply devalued their currencies against the U.S. dollar, thereby causing the value of investments in companies located in those countries to decline. Transaction costs are often higher in developing countries and there may be delays in settlement procedures.
Sovereign debt securities of developing country governments are generally lower-quality debt securities. Sovereign debt securities are subject to the additional risk that, under some political, diplomatic, social, or economic circumstances, some developing countries that issue lower-quality debt securities may be unable or unwilling to make principal or interest repayments as they come due.
Compared to higher-quality debt securities, junk bonds involve greater risk of default or price changes due to changes in the credit quality of the issuer because they are generally unsecured and may be subordinated to other creditors' claims. The value of junk bonds often fluctuates in response to company, political or economic developments and can decline significantly over short periods of time or during periods of general or regional economic difficulty. During those times, the bonds could be difficult to value or to sell at a fair price. Credit ratings on junk bonds do not necessarily reflect their actual market risk.
Because it is non-diversified, the fund may invest in fewer issuers than if it were a diversified fund. Thus, the value of the fund's shares may vary more widely, and the fund may be subject to greater investment and credit risk than if the fund invested more broadly.
The fund may participate in the initial public offering (IPO) market in some market cycles. Because of the fund's small asset base, any investment the fund may make in IPOs may significantly affect the fund's total return. As the fund's assets grow, the impact of IPO investments will decline, which may reduce the effect of IPO investments on the fund's total return.
An investment in the fund is not a deposit in a bank and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
The bar chart and table shown below provide an indication of the risks of investing in the fund. The fund's past performance (before and after taxes) is not necessarily an indication of its future performance.
The following bar chart shows changes in the performance of the fund's Class A shares from year to year. The bar chart does not reflect sales loads. If it did, the annual total returns shown would be lower.
ANNUAL
YEAR ENDED TOTAL
DECEMBER 31 RETURNS
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1993................................................................... 43.95%
1994................................................................... -20.85%
1995................................................................... 17.05%
1996................................................................... 21.03%
1997................................................................... 6.94%
1998................................................................... -1.81%
1999................................................................... -0.47%
2000................................................................... -4.24%
2001................................................................... 0.95%
2002................................................................... -2.34%
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During the periods shown in the bar chart, the highest quarterly return was 11.43% (quarter ended December 31, 1993) and the lowest quarterly return was -18.16% (quarter ended March 31, 1994).
PERFORMANCE TABLE
The following performance table compares the fund's performance to that of a broad-based securities market index. The fund's performance reflects payment of sales loads.
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS
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(for the periods ended December 31, SINCE INCEPTION
2002) 1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION(1) DATE
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Class A 03/29/88
Return Before Taxes (6.94)% (2.55)% 4.25% --
Return After Taxes on
Distributions (9.69) (5.04) 1.26 --
Return After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund
Shares (4.28) (3.15) 1.97 --
Class B 10/22/92
Return Before Taxes (7.50) (2.52) 4.22 --
Class C 03/01/99
Return Before Taxes (4.00) -- -- (1.64)
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Lehman Brothers Aggregate Bond
Index(2)
(reflects no deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes) 10.25 7.55 7.51
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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for Class A only and after-tax returns for Class B and C will vary.
(1) Since Inception performance is only provided for a class with less than ten calendar years of performance.
(2) The Lehman Brothers Aggregate Bond Index is an unmanaged index generally considered representative of treasury issues, agency issues, corporate bond issues and mortgage-backed securities.
FEE TABLE
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold
shares of the fund.
SHAREHOLDER FEES
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (fees paid directly from your investment) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maximum Sales Charge (Load) Imposed on Purchases (as a percentage of offering price) 4.75% None None Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (Load) (as a percentage of original purchase price or redemption proceeds, whichever is less) None(1,2) 5.00% 1.00% -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
ANNUAL FUND OPERATING EXPENSES(3)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (expenses that are deducted from fund assets) CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Management Fees 0.73% 0.73% 0.73% Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees 0.35 1.00 1.00 Other Expenses 0.56 0.56 0.56 Total Annual Fund Operating Expense 1.63 2.28 2.28 Fee Waivers(4,5) 0.13 0.13 0.13 Net Expenses 1.50 2.15 2.15 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
(1) If you buy $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares and redeem these shares within 18 months from the date of purchase, you may pay a 1% contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) at the time of redemption.
(2)Effective November 1, 2002, if you are a retirement plan participant and you bought $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares, you may pay a 1% CDSC if a total redemption of the retirement plan assets occurs within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
(3) There is no guarantee that actual expenses will be the same as those shown in the table.
(4) The investment advisor has contractually agreed to limit Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividend expense on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) on Class A, Class B and Class C shares to the extent necessary to limit the Total Annual Operating Expenses of Class A to 1.50% (e.g. if AIM waives 0.13% of Class A expenses, AIM will also waive 0.13% of Class B and Class C expenses). This expense limitation agreement is in effect from July 1, 2002 through June 30, 2003.
(5) Further, the investment advisor has voluntarily agreed to limit Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividend expense on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) on Class A, Class B and Class C shares to the extent necessary to limit the Total Annual Operating Expenses of Class A to 1.05%. This limitation may be terminated at any time. Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses net of waivers and reimbursements for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002 for Class A, Class B and Class C shares were 1.05%, 1.70% and 1.70%, respectively.
You may also be charged a transaction or other fee by the financial institution managing your account.
As a result of 12b-1 fees, long-term shareholders in the fund may pay more than the maximum permitted initial sales charge.
EXPENSE EXAMPLE
This example is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in different classes of the fund with the cost of investing in other mutual funds.
The example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the fund for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the fund's operating expenses remain the same. To the extent fees are waived and/or expenses are reimbursed, your expenses will be lower. Although your actual returns and costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $633 $965 $1,319 $2,316
Class B 731 1,012 1,420 2,453
Class C 331 712 1,220 2,615
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
1 YEAR 3 YEARS 5 YEARS 10 YEARS
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Class A $633 $965 $1,319 $2,316
Class B 231 712 1,220 2,453
Class C 231 712 1,220 2,615
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THE ADVISOR
A I M Advisors, Inc. (the advisor) serves as the fund's investment advisor. The advisor is located at 11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77046-1173. The advisor supervises all aspects of the fund's operations and provides investment advisory services to the fund, including obtaining and evaluating economic, statistical and financial information to formulate and implement investment programs for the fund.
The advisor has acted as an investment advisor since its organization in 1976. Today, the advisor, together with its subsidiaries, advises or manages over 190 investment portfolios, including the fund, encompassing a broad range of investment objectives.
ADVISOR COMPENSATION
During the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the advisor received compensation of 0.15% of average daily net assets.
PORTFOLIO MANAGERS
The advisor uses a team approach to investment management. The individual members of the team (co-managers) who are primarily responsible for the management of the fund's portfolio are
- Robert G. Alley, Senior Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 2000 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1992.
- Jan H. Friedli, Senior Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 2000 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1999. From 1997 to 1999, he was global fixed-income portfolio manager for Nicholas-Applegate Capital Management.
- Carolyn L. Gibbs, Senior Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 2000 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1992.
- Scot W. Johnson, Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 2000 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1994.
- Craig A. Smith, Senior Portfolio Manager, who has been responsible for the fund since 2001 and has been associated with the advisor and/or its affiliates since 1989.
They are assisted by the Investment Grade and High Yield Taxable Teams. More information on the fund's management team may be found on our website (http:www.aiminvestments.com).
SALES CHARGES
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Strategic Income Fund are subject to the maximum 4.75% initial sales charge as listed under the heading "CATEGORY II Initial Sales Charges" in the "Shareholder Information--Choosing a Share Class" section of this prospectus. Certain purchases of Class A shares at net asset value may be subject to the contingent deferred sales charge listed in that section.
Purchases of Class B and Class C shares are subject to the contingent deferred sales charges listed in that section.
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund expects that its distributions, if any, will consist primarily of income.
DIVIDENDS
The fund generally declares and pays dividends, if any, monthly.
CAPITAL GAINS DISTRIBUTIONS
The fund generally distributes long-term and short-term capital gains, if any, annually.
The financial highlights table is intended to help you understand the fund's financial performance. Certain information reflects financial results for a single fund share.
The total returns in the table represent the rate that an investor would have earned (or lost) on an investment in the fund (assuming reinvestment of all dividends and distributions).
This information has been audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, whose report, along with the fund's financial statements, is included in the fund's annual report, which is available upon request.
CLASS A
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 8.63 $ 9.17 $ 10.13 $ 10.80 $ 12.00
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income 0.58(a)(b) 0.72 0.77(b) 0.68 0.91(b)(c)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both
realized and unrealized) (1.15) (0.53) (0.99) (0.66) (1.27)
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Total from investment operations (0.57) 0.19 (0.22) 0.02 (0.36)
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Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income (0.56) (0.72) (0.52) (0.65) (0.65)
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Returns of capital (0.08) (0.01) (0.22) (0.04) (0.19)
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Total distributions (0.64) (0.73) (0.74) (0.69) (0.84)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 7.42 $ 8.63 $ 9.17 $ 10.13 $ 10.80
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Total return(d) (6.93)% 2.05% (2.35)% 0.06% (3.41)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $67,475 $62,708 $48,865 $68,675 $102,280
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 1.05%(e) 1.05% 1.21% 1.41% 1.56%
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Without fee waivers 1.63%(e) 1.57% 1.57% 1.41% 1.56%
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Ratio of net investment income to
average net assets 7.15%(a)(e) 7.94% 7.84% 6.44% 7.73%
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Portfolio turnover rate 80% 89% 309% 235% 306%
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(a) As required, effective November 1, 2001, the Fund has adopted the provisions of the AICPA Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment Companies and began amortizing premium on debt securities. Had the Fund not amortized premiums on debt securities, the net investment income per share would have been $0.59 and the ratio of net investment income to average net assets would have been 7.33%. In accordance with the AICPA Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment Companies, per share and ratios for periods prior to November 1, 2001 have not been restated to reflect this change in presentation.
(b) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(c) Net investment income per share reflects an interest payment received from the conversion of Vnesheconombank loan agreements of $0.11 per share.
(d) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and does not include sales charges.
(e) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $70,541,187.
CLASS B
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 8.65 $ 9.18 $ 10.15 $ 10.81 $ 12.01
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income 0.53(a)(b) 0.65 0.71(b) 0.62 0.84(b)(c)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both
realized and unrealized) (1.16) (0.51) (1.01) (0.66) (1.28)
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Total from investment operations (0.63) 0.14 (0.30) (0.04) (0.44)
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Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income (0.50) (0.66) (0.45) (0.58) (0.57)
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Returns of capital (0.08) (0.01) (0.22) (0.04) (0.19)
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Total distributions (0.58) (0.67) (0.67) (0.62) (0.76)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 7.44 $ 8.65 $ 9.18 $ 10.15 $ 10.81
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Total return(d) (7.54)% 1.47% (3.11)% (0.52)% (4.04)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $21,110 $47,582 $76,680 $118,904 $188,660
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 1.70%(e) 1.70% 1.86% 2.07% 2.21%
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Without fee waivers 2.28%(e) 2.22% 2.22% 2.07% 2.21%
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Ratio of net investment income to
average net assets 6.50%(a)(e) 7.29% 7.18% 5.78% 7.08%
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Portfolio turnover rate 80% 89% 309% 235% 306%
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(a) As required, effective November 1, 2001, the Fund has adopted the provisions of the AICPA Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment Companies and began amortizing premium on debt securities. Had the Fund not amortized premiums on debt securities, the net investment income per share would have been $0.54 and the ratio of net investment income to average net assets would have been 6.68%. In accordance with the AICPA Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment Companies, per share and ratios for periods prior to November 1, 2001 have not been restated to reflect this change in presentation.
(b) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(c) Net investment income per share reflects an interest payment received from the conversion of Vnesheconombank loan agreements of $0.11 per share.
(d) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and does not include contingent deferred sales charges.
(e) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $30,183,980.
CLASS C
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MARCH 1, 1999
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
---------------------------------- OCTOBER 31,
2002 2001 2000 1999
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 8.64 $ 9.17 $10.14 $10.67
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income 0.53(a)(b) 0.65 0.70(b) 0.33
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both
realized and unrealized) (1.15) (0.51) (1.00) (0.47)
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Total from investment operations (0.62) 0.14 (0.30) (0.14)
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Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income (0.50) (0.66) (0.45) (0.36)
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Returns of capital (0.08) (0.01) (0.22) (0.03)
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Total distributions (0.58) (0.67) (0.67) (0.39)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 7.44 $ 8.64 $ 9.17 $10.14
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Total return(c) (7.43)% 1.47% (3.12)% (1.35)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $2,247 $2,087 $ 484 $ 251
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 1.70%(d) 1.70% 1.86% 2.07%(e)
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Without fee waivers 2.28%(d) 2.22% 2.22% 2.07%(e)
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Ratio of net investment income to
average net assets 6.50%(a)(d) 7.29% 7.18% 5.78%(e)
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Portfolio turnover rate 80% 89% 309% 235%
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(a) As required, effective November 1, 2001, the Fund has adopted the provisions of the AICPA Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment Companies and began amortizing premium on debt securities. Had the Fund not amortized premiums on debt securities, the net investment income per share would have been $0.54 and the ratio of net investment income to average net assets would have been 6.68%. In accordance with the AICPA Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment Companies, per share and ratios for periods prior to November 1, 2001 have not been restated to reflect this change in presentation.
(b) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(c) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is not annualized for periods less than one year.
(d) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $2,432,027.
(e) Annualized.
In addition to the fund, A I M Advisors, Inc. serves as investment advisor to many other mutual funds (the AIM Funds). The following information is about all the AIM Funds.
CHOOSING A SHARE CLASS
Many of the AIM Funds have multiple classes of shares, each class representing an interest in the same portfolio of investments. When choosing a share class, you should consult your financial advisor as to which class is most suitable for you. In addition, you should consider the factors below:
CLASS A(1) CLASS A3 CLASS B CLASS C CLASS R
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- Initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales - No initial sales
charge charge charge charge charge
- Reduced or waived - No contingent - Contingent - Contingent - Generally, no
initial sales deferred sales deferred sales deferred sales contingent
charge for certain charge charge on charge on deferred sales
purchases(2,3) redemptions within redemptions within charge(2)
six years one year(5)
- Generally, lower - 12b-1 fee of 0.35% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 1.00% - 12b-1 fee of 0.50%
distribution and
service (12b-1)
fee than Class B,
Class C or Class R
shares (See "Fee
Table and Expense
Example")
- Does not convert - Converts to Class - Does not convert - Does not convert
to Class A shares A shares at the to Class A shares to Class A shares
end of the month
which is eight
years after the
date on which
shares were
purchased along
with a pro rata
portion of its
reinvested
dividends and
distributions(4)
- Generally more - Generally more - Purchase orders - Generally more - Generally, only
appropriate for appropriate for limited to amounts appropriate for available to the
long-term short-term less than $250,000 short-term following types of
investors investors investors retirement plans:
(i) all section
401 and 457 plans,
(ii) section 403
plans sponsored by
section 501(c)(3)
organizations, and
(iii) IRA
rollovers from
such plans if an
AIM Fund was
offered
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Certain AIM Funds also offer Institutional Class shares to certain eligible institutional investors; consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund were closed to new investors.
(2) A contingent deferred sales charge may apply in some cases.
(3) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
(4) AIM Money Market Fund: Class B shares convert to AIM Cash Reserve Shares.
AIM Global Trends Fund: If you held Class B shares on May 29, 1998 and continue to hold them, those shares will convert to Class A shares of that fund at the end of the month which is seven years after the date on which shares were purchased. If you exchange those shares for Class B shares of another AIM Fund, the shares into which you exchanged will not convert to Class A shares until the end of the month which is eight years after the date on which you purchased your original shares.
(5) A contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) does not apply to redemption of Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you exchange Class C shares of another AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC into AIM Short Term Bond Fund.
DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE (12b-1) FEES
Each AIM Fund (except AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with respect to its Class A shares) has adopted 12b-1 plans that allow the AIM Fund to pay distribution fees to A I M Distributors, Inc. (the distributor) for the sale and distribution of its shares and fees for services provided to shareholders, all or a substantial portion of which are paid to the dealer of record. Because the AIM Fund pays these fees out of its assets on an ongoing basis, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost you more than paying other types of sales charges.
SALES CHARGES
Sales charges on the AIM Funds and classes of those Funds are detailed below. As used below, the term "offering price" with respect to all categories of Class A shares includes the initial sales charge.
INITIAL SALES CHARGES
The AIM Funds are grouped into three categories with respect to initial sales charges. The "Other Information" section of your prospectus will tell you in what category your particular AIM Fund is classified.
MCF--12/02
CATEGORY I INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION(1) OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 25,000 5.50% 5.82%
$ 25,000 but less than $ 50,000 5.25 5.54
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.75 4.99
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 3.00 3.09
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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(1) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase order in excess of $250,000.
CATEGORY II INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 50,000 4.75% 4.99%
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.00 4.17
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 2.50 2.56
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04
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CATEGORY III INITIAL SALES CHARGES
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INVESTOR'S
SALES CHARGE
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AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT AS A % OF AS A % OF
IN SINGLE TRANSACTION OFFERING PRICE INVESTMENT
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Less than $ 100,000 1.00% 1.01%
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 0.75 0.76
$250,000 but less than $1,000,000 0.50 0.50
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SHARES SOLD WITHOUT A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge on purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund.
You will not pay an initial sales charge or a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND
You can purchase $1,000,000 or more (a Large Purchase) of Class A shares of Category I and II Funds at net asset value. However, if you redeem these shares prior to 18 months after the date of purchase, they will be subject to a CDSC of 1%.
If you made a Large Purchase of Class A shares of Category III Funds at net asset value during the period November 15, 2001 through October 30, 2002, such shares will be subject to a 0.25% CDSC if you redeem them prior to 12 months after the date of purchase.
If you currently own Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund and make additional purchases (through October 30, 2002 for Category III Funds only) at net asset value that result in account balances of $1,000,000 or more, the additional shares purchased will be subject to a CDSC (an 18-month, 1% CDSC for Category I and II Fund shares, and a 12-month, 0.25% CDSC for Category III Fund shares.) The CDSC for Category III Fund shares will not apply to additional purchases made prior to November 15, 2001 or after October 30, 2002.
Some retirement plans can purchase Class A shares at their net asset value per share. Effective November 1, 2002, if the distributor paid a concession to the dealer of record in connection with a Large Purchase of Class A shares by a retirement plan, the Class A shares may be subject to a 1% CDSC at the time of redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase.
You may be charged a CDSC when you redeem AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
The distributor may pay a dealer concession and/or a service fee for Large Purchases and purchases by certain retirement plans.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS B AND CLASS C SHARES
You can purchase Class B and Class C shares at their net asset value per share. However, when you redeem them, they are subject to a CDSC in the following percentages:
YEAR SINCE PURCHASE MADE CLASS B CLASS C ---------------------------------------------------------- First 5% 1% Second 4 None Third 3 None Fourth 3 None Fifth 2 None Sixth 1 None Seventh and following None None ---------------------------------------------------------- |
You can purchase Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund at their net asset value and not subject to a CDSC. However, you may be charged a CDSC when you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund if you acquired those shares through an exchange, and the shares originally purchased were subject to a CDSC.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGES FOR CLASS R SHARES
You can purchase Class R shares at their net asset value per share. If the distributor pays a concession to the dealer of record, however, the Class R shares are subject to a 0.75% CDSC at the time of
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redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within 12 months from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase.
COMPUTING A CDSC
The CDSC on redemptions of shares is computed based on the lower of their original purchase price or current market value, net of reinvested dividends and capital gains distributions. In determining whether to charge a CDSC, we will assume that you have redeemed shares on which there is no CDSC first and, then, shares in the order of purchase.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES AND SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You may qualify for reduced sales charges or sales charge exceptions. To qualify for these reductions or exceptions, you or your financial consultant must provide sufficient information at the time of purchase to verify that your purchase qualifies for such treatment.
REDUCED SALES CHARGES
You may be eligible to buy Class A shares at reduced initial sales charge rates under Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent under certain circumstances.
RIGHTS OF ACCUMULATION
You may combine your new purchases of Class A shares with shares currently owned
(Class A, B, C or R) for the purpose of qualifying for the lower initial sales
charge rates that apply to larger purchases. The applicable initial sales charge
for the new purchase is based on the total of your current purchase and the
current value of all other shares you own.
LETTERS OF INTENT
Under a Letter of Intent (LOI), you commit to purchase a specified dollar amount
of Class A shares of AIM Funds during a 13-month period. The amount you agree to
purchase determines the initial sales charge you pay. If the full face amount of
the LOI is not invested by the end of the 13-month period, your account will be
adjusted to the higher initial sales charge level for the amount actually
invested.
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class B and Class C shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will not be taken into account in determining whether a purchase qualifies for a reduction in initial sales charges pursuant to Rights of Accumulation or Letters of Intent.
INITIAL SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay initial sales charges
- on shares purchased by reinvesting dividends and distributions;
- when exchanging shares among certain AIM Funds;
- when using the reinstatement privileges; and
- when a merger, consolidation, or acquisition of assets of an AIM Fund occurs.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE (CDSC) EXCEPTIONS
You will not pay a CDSC
- if you redeem Class B shares you held for more than six years;
- if you redeem Class C shares you held for more than one year;
- if you redeem Class C shares of an AIM Fund other than AIM Short Term Bond Fund and you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund;
- if you redeem Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of another AIM Fund and the original purchase was subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, at any time, less than all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you are a participant in a retirement plan and your plan redeems, after having held them for more than one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase, all of the Class R shares held through such plan that would otherwise be subject to a CDSC;
- if you redeem shares acquired through reinvestment of dividends and distributions; and
- on increases in the net asset value of your shares.
There may be other situations when you may be able to purchase or redeem shares at reduced or without sales charges. Consult the fund's Statement of Additional Information for details.
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PURCHASING SHARES
MINIMUM INVESTMENTS PER AIM FUND ACCOUNT
There are no minimum investments with respect to Class R shares for AIM Fund accounts. The minimum investments with respect to Class A, A3, B and C shares for AIM Fund accounts (except for investments in AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund) are as follows:
INITIAL ADDITIONAL
TYPE OF ACCOUNT INVESTMENTS INVESTMENTS
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Savings Plans (money-purchase/profit sharing plans, 401(k) $ 0 ($25 per AIM Fund investment for $25
plans, Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) accounts, Salary salary deferrals from Savings
Reduction (SARSEP) accounts, Savings Incentive Match Plans Plans)
for Employee IRA (Simple IRA) accounts, 403(b) or 457 plans)
Automatic Investment Plans 50 25
IRA, Education IRA or Roth IRA 250 50
All other accounts 500 50
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The minimum initial investment for AIM Opportunities I Fund, AIM Opportunities II Fund and AIM Opportunities III Fund (the Special Opportunities Funds) accounts is $10,000. The minimum subsequent investment is $1,000. The maximum amount for a single purchase order of AIM Opportunities I Fund is $250,000.
HOW TO PURCHASE SHARES
You may purchase shares using one of the options below. Purchase orders will not be processed unless the account application and purchase payment are received in good order. In accordance with the USA PATRIOT Act, if you fail to provide all the required information requested in the current account application, your purchase order will not be processed.
OPENING AN ACCOUNT ADDING TO AN ACCOUNT
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant. Same
By Mail Mail completed account application and Mail your check and the remittance slip
check to the transfer agent, A I M Fund from your confirmation statement to the
Services, Inc., P.O. Box 4739, Houston, transfer agent.
TX 77210-4739.
By Wire Mail completed account application to Call the transfer agent to receive a
the transfer agent. Call the transfer reference number. Then, use the wire
agent at (800) 959-4246 to receive a instructions at left.
reference number. Then, use the
following wire instructions:
Beneficiary Bank ABA/Routing #:
113000609
Beneficiary Account Number: 00100366807
Beneficiary Account Name: A I M Fund
Services, Inc.
RFB: Fund Name, Reference #
OBI: Your Name, Account #
By AIM Bank Connection--Servicemark-- Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Bank Connection option
methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Bank Connection
form. Mail the application or form to
the transfer agent. Once the transfer
agent has received the form, call the
transfer agent to place your purchase
order.
By AIM Internet Open your account using one of the Select the AIM Internet Connect option
Connect--Servicemark-- methods described above. on your completed account application
or complete an AIM Internet Connect
Authorization Form. Mail the
application or form to the transfer
agent. Once your request for this
option has been processed (which may
take up to 10 days), you may place your
purchase order at
www.AIMinvestments.com. You may not
purchase shares in AIM prototype
retirement accounts on the internet.
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SPECIAL PLANS
AUTOMATIC INVESTMENT PLAN
You can arrange for periodic investments in any of the AIM Funds by authorizing the AIM Fund to withdraw the amount of your investment from your bank account on a day or dates you specify and in an amount of at least $25 ($1,000 for any of the Special Opportunities Funds). You may stop the Automatic Investment Plan at any time by giving the transfer agent notice ten days prior to your next scheduled withdrawal.
DOLLAR COST AVERAGING
Dollar Cost Averaging allows you to make automatic monthly or quarterly exchanges, if permitted, from one AIM Fund account to one or more other AIM Fund accounts with the identical registration. The account from which exchanges are to be made must have a minimum balance of $5,000 before you can use this option. Exchanges will occur on (or about) the 10th or 25th day of the month, whichever you specify, in the amount you specify. The minimum amount you can exchange to a Special Opportunities Fund is $1,000. The minimum amount you can exchange to another AIM Fund is $25.
AUTOMATIC DIVIDEND INVESTMENT
All of your dividends and distributions may be paid in cash or invested in any AIM Fund at net asset value. Unless you specify otherwise, your dividends and distributions will automatically be reinvested in the same AIM Fund. You may invest your dividends and distributions (1) into another AIM Fund in the same class of shares; or (2) from Class A shares into AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, or vice versa.
You must comply with the following requirements to be eligible to invest your dividends and distributions in shares of another AIM Fund:
(1) Your account balance (a) in the AIM Fund paying the dividend must be at
least $5,000; or (b) in the AIM Fund receiving the dividend must be at least
$500;
(2) Both accounts must have identical registration information; and
(3) You must have completed an authorization form to reinvest dividends into another AIM Fund.
PORTFOLIO REBALANCING PROGRAM
If you have at least $5,000 in your account, you may participate in the Portfolio Rebalancing Program. Under this Program, you can designate how the total value of your AIM Fund holdings should be rebalanced, on a percentage basis, between two and ten of your AIM Funds on a quarterly, semiannual or annual basis. Your portfolio will be rebalanced through the exchange of shares in one or more of your AIM Funds for shares of the same class of one or more other AIM Funds in your portfolio. If you wish to participate in the Program, make changes or cancel the Program, the transfer agent must receive your request to participate, changes, or cancellation in good order at least five business days prior to the next rebalancing date, which is normally the 28th day of the last month of the period you choose. You may realize taxable gains from these exchanges. We may modify, suspend or terminate the Program at any time on 60 days prior written notice.
RETIREMENT PLANS
Shares of most of the AIM Funds can be purchased through tax-sheltered retirement plans made available to corporations, individuals and employees of non-profit organizations and public schools. A plan document must be adopted to establish a retirement plan. You may use AIM sponsored retirement plans, which include IRAs, Education IRAs, Roth IRAs, 403(b) plans, 401(k) plans, SIMPLE IRA plans, SEP/SARSEP plans and Money Purchase/Profit Sharing plans, or another sponsor's retirement plan. The plan custodian of the AIM sponsored retirement plan assesses an annual maintenance fee of $10. Contact your financial consultant for details.
REDEEMING SHARES
REDEMPTION FEES
Generally, we will not charge you any fees to redeem your shares. Your broker or financial consultant may charge service fees for handling redemption transactions. Your shares also may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC).
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE PRIOR TO NOVEMBER 15, 2001.
If you purchased $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund at net asset value prior to November 15, 2001, or entered into a Letter of Intent prior to November 15, 2001 to purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
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- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
Category I or II Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Fund - Class A shares of months of initial
Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A shares of - Class A shares of - No CDSC
Category III Category III Fund(1)
Fund(1) - Class A shares of
AIM Tax-Exempt
Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
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REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE ON AND AFTER NOVEMBER 15, 2001
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds), or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Class A shares of Category III Funds) at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption, as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(1) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III Fund purchase of Category
III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - 0.25% if shares are
shares of Category III Fund(1) redeemed within 12
Category - Class A shares of months of initial
III Fund AIM Tax-Exempt purchase of Category
Cash Fund III Fund shares
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM
Money Market Fund
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(1) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of a Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS A SHARES AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FOR PURCHASES MADE AFTER OCTOBER 30, 2002
If you purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of any AIM Fund on or after October 31, 2002, or if you make additional purchases of Class A shares on and after October 31, 2002 at net asset value, your shares may be subject to a CDSC upon redemption as described below.
SHARES
INITIALLY SHARES HELD CDSC APPLICABLE UPON
PURCHASED AFTER AN EXCHANGE REDEMPTION OF SHARES
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- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category I - Class A shares of months of initial
or II Fund Category III Fund(2) purchase of Category
- AIM Cash Reserve I or II Fund shares
Shares of AIM Money
Market Fund
- Class A - Class A shares of - 1% if shares are
shares of Category I or II Fund redeemed within 18
Category months of initial
III purchase of Category
Fund(1) III Fund shares
- Class A - Class A shares of - No CDSC
shares of Category III Fund(2)
Category
III - Class A shares of AIM
Fund(1) Tax-Exempt Cash Fund
- AIM Cash Reserve
Shares of AIM Money
Market
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(1) As of the close of business on October 30, 2002, only existing shareholders
of Class A shares of a Category III Fund may purchase such shares.
(2) Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A shares of a Category I, II or III
Fund may not be exchanged for Class A shares of Category III Fund.
REDEMPTION OF CLASS B SHARES ACQUIRED BY EXCHANGE FROM AIM FLOATING RATE FUND
If you redeem Class B shares you acquired by exchange via a tender offer by AIM Floating Rate Fund, the early withdrawal charge applicable to shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will be applied instead of the CDSC normally applicable to Class B shares.
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Through a Financial Consultant Contact your financial consultant.
By Mail Send a written request to the transfer agent. Requests must
include (1) original signatures of all registered owners;
(2) the name of the AIM Fund and your account number; (3) if
the transfer agent does not hold your shares, endorsed share
certificates or share certificates accompanied by an
executed stock power; and (4) signature guarantees, if
necessary (see below). The transfer agent may require that
you provide additional information, such as corporate
resolutions or powers of attorney, if applicable. If you are
redeeming from an IRA account, you must include a statement
of whether or not you are at least 59 1/2 years old and
whether you wish to have federal income tax withheld from
your proceeds. The transfer agent may require certain other
information before you can redeem from an employer-sponsored
retirement plan. Contact your employer for details.
By Telephone Call the transfer agent. You will be allowed to redeem by
telephone if (1) the proceeds are to be mailed to the
address on record (if there has been no change communicated
to us within the last 30 days) or transferred electronically
to a pre-authorized checking account; (2) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (3) you can provide proper
identification information; (4) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (5) you have not
previously declined the telephone redemption privilege.
Certain accounts, including retirement accounts and 403(b)
plans, may not be redeemed by telephone. The transfer agent
must receive your call during the hours of the customary
trading session of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in
order to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
You may, with limited exceptions, redeem from an IRA account
by telephone. Redemptions from other types of retirement
accounts must be requested in writing.
By AIM Internet Connect Place your redemption request at www.AIMinvestments.com. You
will be allowed to redeem by internet if (1) you do not hold
physical share certificates; (2) you can provide proper
identification information; (3) the proceeds of the
redemption do not exceed $250,000; and (4) you have
established the internet trading option. AIM prototype
retirement accounts may not be redeemed on the internet. The
transfer agent must confirm your transaction during the
hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE in order
to effect the redemption at that day's closing price.
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TIMING AND METHOD OF PAYMENT
We normally will send out checks within one business day, and in any event no more than seven days, after we accept your request to redeem. If you redeem shares recently purchased by check, you will be required to wait up to ten business days before we will send your redemption proceeds. This delay is necessary to ensure that the purchase check has cleared.
REDEMPTION BY MAIL
If you mail us a request in good order to redeem your shares, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to the address on record with us. If your request is not in good order, you may have to provide us with additional documentation in order to redeem your shares.
REDEMPTION BY TELEPHONE
If you redeem by telephone, we will mail you a check in the amount of the redemption proceeds to your address of record (if there has been no change communicated to the transfer agent within the previous 30 days) or transmit them electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by telephone are genuine and are not liable for telephone instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
REDEMPTION BY INTERNET
If you redeem by internet, we will transmit your redemption proceeds electronically to your pre-authorized bank account. We use reasonable procedures to confirm that instructions communicated by internet are genuine and are not liable for internet instructions that are reasonably believed to be genuine.
PAYMENT FOR SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWALS
You may arrange for regular monthly or quarterly withdrawals from your account of at least $50. You also may make annual withdrawals if you own Class A shares. We will redeem enough shares from your account to cover the amount withdrawn. You must have an account balance of at least $5,000 to establish a Systematic Withdrawal Plan. You can stop this plan at any time by giving ten days prior notice to the transfer agent.
EXPEDITED REDEMPTIONS
(AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
If we receive your redemption order before 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time, we will try
to transmit payment of redemption proceeds on that same day. If we receive your
redemption order after 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time and before the close of the
customary trading session of the NYSE, we generally will transmit payment on the
next business day.
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REDEMPTIONS BY CHECK
(CLASS A SHARES OF AIM TAX-EXEMPT CASH FUND AND AIM CASH RESERVE SHARES OF AIM
MONEY MARKET FUND ONLY)
You may redeem shares of these AIM Funds by writing checks in amounts of $250 or
more if you have completed an authorization form. Redemption by check is not
available for retirement accounts.
SIGNATURE GUARANTEES
We require a signature guarantee when you redeem by mail and
(1) the amount is greater than $250,000;
(2) you request that payment be made to someone other than the name registered on the account;
(3) you request that payment be sent somewhere other than the bank of record on the account; or
(4) you request that payment be sent to a new address or an address that changed in the last 30 days.
The transfer agent will accept a guarantee of your signature by a number of financial institutions. Call the transfer agent for additional information. Some institutions have transaction amount maximums for these guarantees. Please check with the guarantor institution.
REINSTATEMENT PRIVILEGES
You may, within 120 days after you sell shares (except Class R shares, Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund and Class A shares and Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of any Category I or II AIM Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
You may, within 120 days after you sell some but not all of your Class A shares of a Category III Fund, reinvest all or part of your redemption proceeds in Class A shares of that same Category III Fund at net asset value in an identically registered account.
The reinvestment amount must meet the subsequent investment minimum as indicated in the section "Purchasing Shares".
If you paid an initial sales charge on any reinstated amount, you will receive credit on purchases of Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
If you paid a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) on any reinstated amount, you will not be subject to a CDSC if you later redeem that amount.
You must notify the transfer agent in writing at the time you reinstate that you are exercising your reinstatement privilege.
REDEMPTIONS BY THE AIM FUNDS
If your account (Class A, Class A3, Class B and Class C shares only) has been open at least one year, you have not made an additional purchase in the account during the past six calendar months, and the value of your account falls below $500 for three consecutive months due to redemptions or exchanges (excluding retirement accounts), the AIM Funds have the right to redeem the account after giving you 60 days' prior written notice. You may avoid having your account redeemed during the notice period by bringing the account value up to $500 or by utilizing the Automatic Investment Plan.
If an AIM Fund determines that you have not provided a correct Social Security or other tax ID number on your account application, the AIM Fund may, at its discretion, redeem the account and distribute the proceeds to you.
EXCHANGING SHARES
You may, under certain circumstances, exchange shares in one AIM Fund for those of another AIM Fund. Before requesting an exchange, review the prospectus of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire. Exchange privileges also apply to holders of the Connecticut General Guaranteed Account, established for tax-qualified group annuities, for contracts purchased on or before June 30, 1992.
PERMITTED EXCHANGES
Except as otherwise stated under "Exchanges Not Permitted," you generally may exchange your shares for shares of the same class of another AIM Fund.
You may also exchange:
(1) Class A shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(2) Class A shares of an AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund, AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(3) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for AIM Cash Reserve shares of AIM Money Market Fund;
(4) Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund);
(5) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A3 shares of an AIM Fund;
(6) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class A shares of any AIM Fund (excluding AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, effective February 17, 2003, and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund).
You may be required to pay an initial sales charge when exchanging from a Fund with a lower initial sales charge than the one into which you are exchanging. If you exchange into shares that are subject to a CDSC, we will begin the holding period for purposes of calculating the CDSC on the date you made your initial purchase.
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EXCHANGES NOT SUBJECT TO A SALES CHARGE
You will not pay an initial sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares with an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund) for
(a) Class A shares of another AIM Fund;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(c) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund.
(2) Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund with an initial sales charge for
(a) one another;
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund; or
(c) Class A shares of another AIM Fund, but only if
(i) you acquired the original shares before May 1, 1994; or
(ii) you acquired the original shares on or after May 1, 1994 by way of an exchange from shares with higher initial sales charges; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for
(a) Class A shares of an AIM Fund subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund), but only if you acquired the original shares
(i) prior to May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge;
(ii) on or after May 1, 1994 by exchange from Class A shares subject to an initial sales charge (excluding Class A shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund); or
(4) Class A3 shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund or AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund for
(a) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(b) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund.
You will not pay a CDSC or other sales charge when exchanging:
(1) Class A shares for other Class A shares;
(2) Class B shares for other Class B shares;
(3) Class C shares for other Class C shares; or
(4) Class R shares for other Class R shares.
EXCHANGES NOT PERMITTED
Certain classes of shares are not covered by the exchange privilege. You may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund for Class A shares of a Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
(2) Class A shares of a Category III Fund for Class A shares of another Category III Fund after February 16, 2003
For shares purchased prior to November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of Category III Funds purchased at net asset value for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund;
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund;
(4) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category I or II Funds that are subject to a CDSC; or
(5) on or after January 15, 2002, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund or Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of Category III Funds that are subject to a CDSC.
For shares purchased on or after November 15, 2001, you may not exchange:
(1) Class A shares of Category I or II Funds (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC for Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund;
(2) Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund for Class A shares of any other AIM Fund (i) subject to an initial sales charge or (ii) purchased at net asset value and subject to a CDSC or for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund; or
(3) AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund for Class B or Class C shares of any AIM Fund or for Class A shares of any AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC, however, if you originally purchased Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund, and exchanged those shares for AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, you may further exchange the AIM Cash Reserve Shares for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund.
EXCHANGE CONDITIONS
The following conditions apply to all exchanges:
- You must meet the minimum purchase requirements for the AIM Fund into which you are exchanging;
- Shares of the AIM Fund you wish to acquire must be available for sale in your state of residence;
- Exchanges must be made between accounts with identical registration information;
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- The account you wish to exchange from must have a certified tax identification number (or the Fund has received an appropriate Form W-8 or W-9);
- Shares must have been held for at least one day prior to the exchange;
- If you have physical share certificates, you must return them to the transfer agent prior to the exchange; and
- You are limited to a maximum of 10 exchanges per calendar year, because excessive short-term trading or market-timing activity can hurt fund performance. If you exceed that limit, or if an AIM Fund or the distributor determines, in its sole discretion, that your short-term trading is excessive or that you are engaging in market-timing activity, it may reject any additional exchange orders. An exchange is the movement out of (redemption) one AIM Fund and into (purchase) another AIM Fund.
TERMS OF EXCHANGE
Under unusual market conditions, an AIM Fund may delay the purchase of shares being acquired in an exchange for up to five business days if it determines that it would be materially disadvantaged by the immediate transfer of exchange proceeds. There is no fee for exchanges. The exchange privilege is not an option or right to purchase shares. Any of the participating AIM Funds or the distributor may modify or terminate this privilege at any time. The AIM Fund or the distributor will provide you with notice of such modification or termination whenever it is required to do so by applicable law, but may impose changes at any time for emergency purposes.
BY MAIL
If you wish to make an exchange by mail, you must include original signatures of each registered owner exactly as the shares are registered, the account registration and account number, the dollar amount or number of shares to be exchanged and the names of the AIM Funds from which and into which the exchange is to be made.
BY TELEPHONE
Conditions that apply to exchanges by telephone are the same as redemptions by telephone, including that the transfer agent must receive exchange requests during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE; however, you still will be allowed to exchange by telephone even if you have changed your address of record within the preceding 30 days.
BY INTERNET
You will be allowed to exchange by internet if (1) you do not hold physical
share certificates; (2) you can provide proper identification information; and
(3) you have established the internet trading option.
EXCHANGING CLASS B, CLASS C AND CLASS R SHARES
PRICING OF SHARES
DETERMINATION OF NET ASSET VALUE
The price of each AIM Fund's shares is the fund's net asset value per share. The AIM Funds value portfolio securities for which market quotations are readily available at market value. The AIM Funds' short-term investments are valued at amortized cost when the security has 60 days or less to maturity. AIM Money Market Fund and AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund value all of their securities at amortized cost. AIM High Income Municipal Fund, AIM Municipal Bond Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund value variable rate securities that have an unconditional demand or put feature exercisable within seven days or less at par, which reflects the market value of such securities.
The AIM Funds value all other securities and assets at their fair value. Securities and other assets quoted in foreign currencies are valued in U.S. dollars based on the prevailing exchange rates on that day. In addition, if, between the time trading ends on a particular security and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE, events occur that may materially affect the value of the security, the AIM Funds may value the security at its fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Directors or Trustees of the AIM Fund. The effect of using fair value pricing is that an AIM Fund's net asset value will be subject to the judgment of the Board of Directors or Trustees or its designee instead of being determined by the market. Because some of the AIM Funds may invest in securities that are primarily listed on foreign exchanges that trade
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on days when the AIM Funds do not price their shares, the value of those funds' assets may change on days when you will not be able to purchase or redeem fund shares.
Each AIM Fund determines the net asset value of its shares on each day the NYSE is open for business, as of the close of the customary trading session, or any earlier NYSE closing time that day. AIM Money Market Fund also determines its net asset value as of 12:00 noon Eastern Time on each day the NYSE is open for business.
TIMING OF ORDERS
You can purchase, exchange or redeem shares during the hours of the customary trading session of the NYSE. The AIM Funds price purchase, exchange and redemption orders at the net asset value calculated after the transfer agent receives an order in good order. An AIM Fund may postpone the right of redemption only under unusual circumstances, as allowed by the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as when the NYSE restricts or suspends trading.
TAXES
In general, dividends and distributions you receive are taxable as ordinary income or long-term capital gains for federal income tax purposes, whether you reinvest them in additional shares or take them in cash. Distributions are generally taxable to you at different rates depending on the length of time the fund holds its assets. Different tax rates may apply to ordinary income and long-term capital gain distributions, regardless of how long you have held your shares. Every year, you will be sent information showing the amount of dividends and distributions you received from each AIM Fund during the prior year.
Any long-term or short-term capital gains realized from redemptions of AIM Fund shares will be subject to federal income tax. Exchanges of shares for shares of another AIM Fund are treated as a sale, and any gain realized on the transaction will generally be subject to federal income tax.
INVESTORS IN TAX-EXEMPT FUNDS SHOULD READ THE INFORMATION UNDER THE HEADING "OTHER INFORMATION -- SPECIAL TAX INFORMATION REGARDING THE FUND" IN THEIR PROSPECTUS.
The foreign, state and local tax consequences of investing in AIM Fund shares may differ materially from the federal income tax consequences described above. In addition, the preceding discussion concerning the taxability of fund dividends and distributions and of redemptions and exchanges of AIM Fund shares is inapplicable to investors that are generally exempt from federal income tax, such as retirement plans that are qualified under Section 401 of the Internal Revenue Code, individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and Roth IRAs. You should consult your tax advisor before investing.
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More information may be obtained free of charge upon request. The Statement of Additional Information (SAI), a current version of which is on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), contains more details about the fund and is incorporated by reference into the prospectus (is legally a part of this prospectus). Annual and semiannual reports to shareholders contain additional information about the fund's investments. The fund's annual report also discusses the market conditions and investment strategies that significantly affected the fund's performance during its last fiscal year.
If you have questions about this fund, another fund in The AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark-- or your account, or wish to obtain free copies of the fund's current SAI or annual or semiannual reports, please contact us:
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Houston, TX 77210-4739
BY TELEPHONE: (800) 347-4246
ON THE INTERNET: You can send us a request
by e-mail or download
prospectuses, annual or
semiannual reports via
our website:
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You also can review and obtain copies of the fund's SAI, reports and other information at the SEC's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC; on the EDGAR database on the SEC's Internet website (http://www.sec.gov); or, after paying a duplication fee, by sending a letter to the SEC's Public Reference Section, Washington, DC 20549-0102 or by sending an electronic mail request to publicinfo@sec.gov. Please call the SEC at 1-202-942-8090 for information about the Public Reference Room.
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STATEMENT OF
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
11 GREENWAY PLAZA
SUITE 100
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77046-1173
(713) 626-1919
THIS STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION RELATES TO THE CLASS A, CLASS B AND CLASS C SHARES OF EACH PORTFOLIO (EACH A "FUND," COLLECTIVELY THE "FUNDS") OF AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS LISTED BELOW. THIS STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS NOT A PROSPECTUS, AND IT SHOULD BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PROSPECTUSES FOR THE FUNDS LISTED BELOW. YOU MAY OBTAIN A COPY OF ANY PROSPECTUS FOR ANY FUND LISTED BELOW FROM AN AUTHORIZED DEALER OR BY WRITING TO:
A I M FUND SERVICES, INC.
P.O. BOX 4739
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77210-4739
OR BY CALLING (800) 347-4246
THIS STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, DATED MARCH 3, 2003 RELATES TO THE FOLLOWING PROSPECTUSES:
FUND DATED
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AIM DEVELOPING MARKETS FUND MARCH 3, 2003
AIM GLOBAL ENERGY FUND MARCH 3, 2003
AIM GLOBAL FINANCIAL SERVICES FUND MARCH 3, 2003
AIM GLOBAL HEALTH CARE FUND MARCH 3, 2003
AIM GLOBAL SCIENCE AND MARCH 3, 2003
TECHNOLOGY FUND
AIM LIBRA FUND MARCH 3, 2003
AIM STRATEGIC INCOME FUND MARCH 3, 2003
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AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRUST..........................................1
Fund History.............................................................1
Shares of Beneficial Interest............................................1
DESCRIPTION OF THE FUNDS AND THEIR INVESTMENTS AND RISKS.....................2
Classification...........................................................2
Investment Strategies and Risks..........................................2
Equity Investments...................................................8
Foreign Investments..................................................8
Debt Investments....................................................10
Other Investments...................................................12
Investment Techniques...............................................14
Derivatives.........................................................18
Fund Policies...........................................................26
Concentration of Investments............................................29
Temporary Defensive Positions...........................................29
Portfolio Turnover......................................................29
MANAGEMENT OF THE TRUST.....................................................30
Board of Trustees.......................................................30
Management Information..................................................30
Trustee Ownership of Fund Shares....................................31
Factors Considered in Approving the Investment Advisory Agreement...31
Compensation............................................................32
Retirement Plan For Trustees........................................32
Deferred Compensation Agreements....................................32
Purchase of Class A Shares of the Funds at Net Asset Value..........33
Codes of Ethics.........................................................33
CONTROL PERSONS AND PRINCIPAL HOLDERS OF SECURITIES.........................33
INVESTMENT ADVISORY AND OTHER SERVICES......................................33
Investment Advisor......................................................33
Investment Sub-Advisor..................................................35
Service Agreements......................................................36
Other Service Providers.................................................36
BROKERAGE ALLOCATION AND OTHER PRACTICES....................................37
Brokerage Transactions..................................................37
Commissions.............................................................38
Brokerage Selection.....................................................38
Directed Brokerage (Research Services)..................................39
Regular Brokers or Dealers..............................................39
Allocation of Portfolio Transactions....................................39
Allocation of Initial Public Offering ("IPO") Transactions..............39
PURCHASE, REDEMPTION AND PRICING OF SHARES..................................40
Purchase and Redemption of Shares.......................................40
Offering Price..........................................................56
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Redemption In Kind......................................................58
Backup Withholding......................................................58
DIVIDENDS, DISTRIBUTIONS AND TAX MATTERS....................................59
Dividends and Distributions.............................................59
Tax Matters.............................................................59
DISTRIBUTION OF SECURITIES..................................................66
Distribution Plans......................................................66
Distributor.............................................................68
CALCULATION OF PERFORMANCE DATA.............................................69
APPENDICES:
RATINGS OF DEBT SECURITIES.................................................A-1
TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS......................................................B-1
TRUSTEE COMPENSATION TABLE.................................................C-1
CONTROL PERSONS AND PRINCIPAL HOLDERS OF SECURITIES........................D-1
MANAGEMENT FEES............................................................E-1
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FEES...............................................F-1
BROKERAGE COMMISSIONS......................................................G-1
DIRECTED BROKERAGE (RESEARCH SERVICES) AND PURCHASES OF SECURITIES
OF REGULAR BROKERS OR DEALERS..............................................H-1
AMOUNTS PAID TO A I M DISTRIBUTORS, INC. PURSUANT TO DISTRIBUTION PLANS....I-1
ALLOCATION OF ACTUAL FEES PAID PURSUANT TO DISTRIBUTION PLANS..............J-1
TOTAL SALES CHARGES........................................................K-1
PERFORMANCE DATA...........................................................L-1
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS........................................................FS
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GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRUST
FUND HISTORY
AIM Investment Funds (the "Trust") is a Delaware statutory trust and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"), as an open-end series management investment company. The Trust currently consists of seven separate portfolios: AIM Developing Markets Fund, AIM Global Energy Fund, AIM Global Financial Services Fund, AIM Global Health Care Fund, AIM Global Science and Technology Fund (formerly, AIM Global Telecommunications and Technology Fund), AIM Libra Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund (each a "Fund" and collectively, the "Funds"). Under the Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust, dated May 15, 2002, as amended (the "Trust Agreement"), the Board of Trustees is authorized to create new series of shares without the necessity of a vote of shareholders of the Trust.
The Trust was originally organized on October 29, 1987, as a Maryland corporation. The Trust reorganized as a Delaware business trust on May 7, 1998. All historical financial and other information contained in this Statement of Additional Information for periods prior to September 8, 1998 relating to these Funds (or a class thereof), except for AIM Libra Fund, is that of AIM Investment Funds, Inc. the Maryland corporation (or the corresponding class thereof). AIM Libra Fund commenced operations as a series of the Trust.
SHARES OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST
Shares of beneficial interest of the Trust are redeemable at their net asset value (subject, in certain circumstances, to a contingent deferred sales charge) at the option of the shareholder or at the option of the Trust in certain circumstances.
The Trust allocates moneys and other property it receives from the issue or sale of shares of each of its series of shares, and all income, earnings and profits from such issuance and sales, subject only to the rights of creditors, to the appropriate Fund. These assets constitute the underlying assets of each Fund, are segregated on the Trust's books of account, and are charged with the expenses of such Fund and its respective classes. The Trust allocates any general expenses of the Trust not readily identifiable as belonging to a particular Fund by or under the direction of the Board of Trustees, primarily on the basis of relative net assets, or other relevant factors.
Each share of each Fund represents an equal proportionate interest in that Fund with each other share and is entitled to such dividends and distributions out of the income belonging to such Fund as are declared by the Board. Each Fund offers three separate classes of shares: Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares.
Each class of shares represents interests in the same portfolio of investments. Differing sales charges and expenses will result in differing net asset values and dividends and distributions. Upon any liquidation of the Trust, shareholders of each class are entitled to share pro rata in the net assets belonging to the applicable Fund allocable to such class available for distribution after satisfaction of outstanding liabilities of the Fund allocable to such class.
Each share of a Fund generally has the same voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights; however, each class of shares of a fund is subject to different sales loads, conversion features, exchange privileges and class-specific expenses. Only shareholders of a specific class may vote on matters relating to that class' distribution plan.
Because Class B shares automatically convert to Class A shares at month-end eight years after the date of purchase, the Fund's distribution plan adopted pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act requires that Class B shareholders must also approve any material increase in distribution fees submitted to Class A shareholders of that Fund. A pro rata portion of shares from reinvested dividends and distributions convert along with the Class B shares.
Except as specifically noted above, shareholders of each Fund are entitled to one vote per share (with proportionate voting for fractional shares), irrespective of the relative net asset value of the shares of a Fund. However, on matters affecting an individual Fund or class of shares, a separate vote of shareholders of that Fund or class is required. Shareholders of a Fund or class are not entitled to vote on any matter which does not affect that Fund or class but that requires a separate vote of another Fund or class. An example of a matter that would be voted on separately by shareholders of each Fund is the approval of the advisory agreement with A I M Advisors, Inc. ("AIM"), and an example of a matter that would be voted on separately by shareholders of each class of shares is approval of the distribution plans. When issued, shares of each Fund are fully paid and nonassessable, have no preemptive or subscription rights, and are freely transferable. Other than the automatic conversion of Class B shares to Class A shares, there are no conversion rights. Shares do not have cumulative voting rights, which means that in situations in which shareholders elect trustees, holders of more than 50% of the shares voting for the election of trustees can elect all of the trustees of the Trust, and the holders of less than 50% of the shares voting for the election of trustees will not be able to elect any trustees.
Under Delaware law, shareholders of a Delaware statutory trust shall be entitled to the same limitations of liability extended to shareholders of private for-profit corporations. There is a remote possibility, however, that shareholders could, under certain circumstances, be held liable for the obligations of the Trust to the extent the courts of another state which does not recognize such limited liability were to apply the laws of such state to a controversy involving such obligations. The Trust Agreement disclaims shareholder liability for acts or obligations of the Trust and requires that notice of such disclaimer be given in each agreement, obligation or instrument entered into or executed by the Trust or the trustees to all parties, and each party thereto must expressly waive all rights of action directly against shareholders of the Trust. The Trust Agreement provides for indemnification out of the property of a Fund for all losses and expenses of any shareholder of such Fund held liable on account of being or having been a shareholder. Thus, the risk of a shareholder incurring financial loss due to shareholder liability is limited to circumstances in which a Fund is unable to meet its obligations and the complaining party is not held to be bound by the disclaimer.
The trustees and officers of the Trust will not be liable for any act, omission or obligation of the Trust or any Trustee or officer; however, a trustee or officer is not protected against any liability to the Trust or to the shareholders to which a trustee or officer would otherwise be subject by reason of willful misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence, or reckless disregard of the duties involved in the conduct of his or her office with the Trust ("Disabling Conduct"). The Trust Agreement provides for indemnification by the Trust of the trustees, the officers and employees or agents of the Trust, provided that such persons have not engaged in Disabling Conduct. The Trust Agreement also authorizes the purchase of liability insurance on behalf of trustees and officers.
SHARE CERTIFICATES. Shareholders of the Funds do not have the right to demand or require the Trust to issue share certificates.
DESCRIPTION OF THE FUNDS AND THEIR INVESTMENTS AND RISKS
CLASSIFICATION
The Trust is an open-end management investment company. Each of the Funds other than AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund is "diversified" for purposes of the 1940 Act.
INVESTMENT STRATEGIES AND RISKS
The table on the following pages identifies various securities and investment techniques used by AIM in managing The AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark--. The table has been marked to indicate those securities and investment techniques that AIM may use to manage a Fund. A Fund may not use all of these techniques
at any one time. A Fund's transactions in a particular security or use of a particular technique is subject to limitations imposed by a Fund's investment objective, policies and restrictions described in that Fund's Prospectus and/or this Statement of Additional Information, as well as federal securities laws. The Funds' investment objectives, policies, strategies and practices are non-fundamental unless otherwise indicated. A more detailed description of the securities and investment techniques, as well as the risks associated with those securities and investment techniques that the Funds utilize, follows the table. The descriptions of the securities and investment techniques in this section supplement the discussion of principal investment strategies contained in each Fund's Prospectus; where a particular type of security or investment technique is not discussed in a Fund's Prospectus, that security or investment technique is not a principal investment strategy.
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
SUMMARY OF SECURITIES AND INVESTMENT TECHNIQUES
AIM AIM AIM GLOBAL AIM AIM GLOBAL AIM AIM
DEVELOPING GLOBAL FINANCIAL GLOBAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND LIBRA STRATEGIC
FUND MARKETS FUND ENERGY FUND SERVICES FUND CARE FUND TECHNOLOGY FUND FUND INCOME FUND
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SECURITY/
INVESTMENT
TECHNIQUE
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EQUITY INVESTMENTS
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Common Stock X X X X X X X
Preferred Stock X X X X X X X
Convertible X X X X X X X
Securities
Alternative Entity X X X X X X X
Securities
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FOREIGN INVESTMENTS
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Foreign Securities X X X X X X X
Foreign Government X X X X X X
Obligations
Foreign Exchange X X X X X X X
Transactions
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DEBT INVESTMENTS
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U.S. Government X X X X X X X
Obligations
Liquid Assets X X X X X X X
Rule 2a-7
Requirements
Mortgage-Backed
and X
Asset-Backed
Securities
Collateralized
Mortgage
Obligations
Bank
Instruments
Commercial
Instruments
Participation
Interests
Municipal
Securities
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AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
SUMMARY OF SECURITIES AND INVESTMENT TECHNIQUES
AIM AIM AIM GLOBAL AIM AIM GLOBAL AIM AIM
DEVELOPING GLOBAL FINANCIAL GLOBAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND LIBRA STRATEGIC
FUND MARKETS FUND ENERGY FUND SERVICES FUND CARE FUND TECHNOLOGY FUND FUND INCOME FUND
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SECURITY/
INVESTMENT
TECHNIQUE
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Municipal
Lease
Obligations
Investment Grade X X X X X X X
Corporate Debt
Obligations
Junk Bonds X X X X X X
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OTHER INVESTMENTS
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REITs X X X X X X X
Other
Investment X X X X X X X
Companies
Defaulted X
Securities
Municipal
Forward
Contracts
Variable or X X
Floating Rate
Instruments
Indexed X X
Securities
Zero-Coupon X X
and
Pay-in-Kind
Securities
Synthetic
Municipal
Instruments
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INVESTMENT TECHNIQUES
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Delayed Delivery X X X X X X X
Transactions
When-Issued X X X X X X X
Securities
Short Sales X X X X X X X
Margin
Transactions
Swap Agreements X X X X X X X
Interfund Loans X X X X X X X
Borrowing X X X X X X X
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AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
SUMMARY OF SECURITIES AND INVESTMENT TECHNIQUES
AIM AIM AIM GLOBAL AIM AIM GLOBAL AIM AIM
DEVELOPING GLOBAL FINANCIAL GLOBAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND LIBRA STRATEGIC
FUND MARKETS FUND ENERGY FUND SERVICES FUND CARE FUND TECHNOLOGY FUND FUND INCOME FUND
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INVESTMENT
TECHNIQUE
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Lending Portfolio X X X X X X X
Securities
Repurchase
Agreements X X X X X X X
Reverse X X X X X X
Repurchase
Agreements
Dollar Rolls X X X X X
Illiquid X X X X X X X
Securities
Rule 144A X X X X X X X
Securities
Unseasoned
Issuers X
Portfolio
Transactions
Sale of Money
Market
Securities
Standby
Commitments
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DERIVATIVES
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Equity-Linked X X X X X X X
Derivatives
Put Options X X X X X X X
Call Options X X X X X X X
Straddles X X X X X X X
Warrants X X X X X X X
Futures X X X X X X X
Contracts
and Options
on Futures
Contracts
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AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
SUMMARY OF SECURITIES AND INVESTMENT TECHNIQUES
AIM AIM AIM GLOBAL AIM AIM GLOBAL AIM AIM
DEVELOPING GLOBAL FINANCIAL GLOBAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND LIBRA STRATEGIC
FUND MARKETS FUND ENERGY FUND SERVICES FUND CARE FUND TECHNOLOGY FUND FUND INCOME FUND
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INVESTMENT
TECHNIQUE
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Forward X X X X X X X
Currency
Contracts
Cover X X X X X X X
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ADDITIONAL SECURITIES OR INVESTMENT TECHINIQUES
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Loan X X
Participations
and Assignments
Privatizations X X X X X
Indexed X X
Commercial
Paper
Samurai and X X
Yankee
Bonds
Premium Securities X X
Structured X X
Investments
Stripped Income X X
Securities
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Equity Investments
COMMON STOCK. Common stock is issued by companies principally to raise cash for business purposes and represents a residual interest in the issuing company. A Fund participates in the success or failure of any company in which it holds stock. The prices of equity securities change in response to many factors including the historical and prospective earnings of the issuer, the value of its assets, general economic conditions, interest rates, investor perceptions and market liquidity.
PREFERRED STOCK. Preferred stock, unlike common stock, often offers a stated dividend rate payable from a corporation's earnings. If interest rates rise, the fixed dividend on preferred stocks may be less attractive, causing the price of preferred stocks to decline. Preferred stock may have mandatory sinking fund provisions, as well as call/redemption provisions prior to maturity, a negative feature when interest rates decline. Dividends on some preferred stock may be "cumulative," requiring all or a portion of prior unpaid dividends to be paid before dividends are paid on the issuer's common stock. Preferred stock also generally has a preference over common stock on the distribution of a corporation's assets in the event of liquidation of the corporation, and may be "participating," which means that it may be entitled to a dividend exceeding the stated dividend in certain cases. In some cases an issuer may offer auction rate preferred stock, which means that the interest to be paid is set by auction and will often be reset at stated intervals. The rights of preferred stocks on the distribution of a corporation's assets in the event of a liquidation are generally subordinate to the rights associated with a corporation's debt securities.
CONVERTIBLE SECURITIES. Convertible securities include bonds, debentures, notes, preferred stocks and other securities that may be converted into a prescribed amount of common stock or other equity securities at a specified price and time. The holder of convertible securities is entitled to receive interest paid or accrued on debt, or dividends paid or accrued on preferred stock, until the security matures or is converted.
The value of a convertible security depends on interest rates, the yield of similar nonconvertible securities, the financial strength of the issuer and the seniority of the security in the issuer's capital structure. Convertible securities may be illiquid, and may be required to convert at a time and at a price that is unfavorable to the Fund.
The Funds will invest in a convertible debt security based primarily on the characteristics of the equity security into which it converts, and without regard to the credit rating of the convertible security (even if the credit rating is below investment grade). To the extent that a Fund invests in convertible debt securities with credit ratings below investment grade, such securities may have a higher likelihood of default, although this may be somewhat offset by the convertibility feature. See also "Junk Bonds" below.
ALTERNATIVE ENTITY SECURITIES. Companies that are formed as limited partnerships, limited liability companies, business trusts or other non-corporate entities may issue equity securities that are similar to common or preferred stock of corporations.
Foreign Investments
FOREIGN SECURITIES. Foreign securities are equity or debt securities issued by issuers outside the United States, and include securities in the form of American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs"), European Depositary Receipts ("EDRs"), or other securities representing underlying securities of foreign issuers. Depositary Receipts are typically issued by a bank or trust company and evidence ownership of underlying securities issued by foreign corporations.
Each Fund may invest up to 100% of its total assets in foreign securities, except that AIM Libra Fund may only invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities.
Investments by a Fund in foreign securities, whether denominated in U.S. dollars or foreign currencies, may entail all of the risks set forth below. Investments by a Fund in ADRs, EDRs or similar securities also may entail some or all of the risks described below.
Currency Risk. The value of the Funds' foreign investments will be affected by changes in currency exchange rates. The U.S. dollar value of a foreign security decreases when the value of the U.S. dollar rises against the foreign currency in which the security is denominated, and increases when the value of the U.S. dollar falls against such currency.
Political and Economic Risk. The economies of many of the countries in which the Funds may invest may not be as developed as the United States' economy and may be subject to significantly different forces. Political or social instability, expropriation or confiscatory taxation, and limitations on the removal of funds or other assets could also adversely affect the value of the Funds' investments.
Regulatory Risk. Foreign companies are not registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") and are generally not subject to the regulatory controls imposed on United States issuers and, as a consequence, there is generally less publicly available information about foreign securities than is available about domestic securities. Foreign companies are not subject to uniform accounting, auditing and financial reporting standards, corporate governance practices and requirements comparable to those applicable to domestic companies. Income from foreign securities owned by the Funds may be reduced by a withholding tax at the source, which tax would reduce dividend income payable to the Funds' shareholders.
Market Risk. The securities markets in many of the countries in which the Funds invest will have substantially less trading volume than the major United States markets. As a result, the securities of some foreign companies may be less liquid and experience more price volatility than comparable domestic securities. Increased custodian costs as well as administrative costs (such as the need to use foreign custodians) may be associated with the maintenance of assets in foreign jurisdictions. There is generally less government regulation and supervision of foreign stock exchanges, brokers and issuers which may make it difficult to enforce contractual obligations. In addition, transaction costs in foreign securities markets are likely to be higher, since brokerage commission rates in foreign countries are likely to be higher than in the United States.
On January 1, 1999, certain members of the European Economic and Monetary Union ("EMU"), established a common European currency known as the "euro" and each member's local currency became a denomination of the euro. Each participating country (currently, Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, and Spain) has replaced its local currency with the euro effective January 1, 2002.
Risks of Developing Countries. Each Fund, other than AIM Libra Fund, may invest in securities of companies located in developing countries and AIM Developing Markets Fund may invest all of its total assets in securities of companies located in developing countries. AIM Libra Fund may invest 5% of its total assets in securities of companies located in developing countries. Investments in developing countries present risks greater than, and in addition to, those presented by investments in foreign issuers in general. A number of developing countries restrict, to varying degrees, foreign investment in stocks. Repatriation of investment income, capital, and the proceeds of sales by foreign investors may require governmental registration and/or approval in some developing countries. A number of the currencies of developing countries have experienced significant declines against the U.S. dollar in recent years, and devaluation may occur subsequent to investments in these currencies by the Funds. Inflation and rapid fluctuations in inflation rates have had and may continue to have negative effects on the economies and securities markets of certain emerging market countries. Many of the developing securities markets are relatively small or less diverse, have low trading volumes, suffer periods of relative illiquidity, and are characterized by significant price volatility. There is a risk in developing countries that a future economic or political crisis could lead to price controls, forced mergers of companies, expropriation or confiscatory taxation, seizure, nationalization, or creation of government monopolies, any of which may have a detrimental effect on the Fund's investments.
FOREIGN GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS. Debt securities issued by foreign governments are often, but not always, supported by the full faith and credit of the foreign governments, or their subdivisions, agencies or instrumentalities that issue them. These securities involve the risk discussed above with respect to foreign securities. Additionally, the issuer of the debt or the governmental authorities that control repayment of the debt may be unwilling or unable to pay interests or repay principal when due. Political or economic changes or the balance of trade may affect a country's willingness or ability to service its debt obligations. Periods of economic uncertainty may result in the volatility of market prices of sovereign debt obligations, especially debt obligations issued by the government of developing countries. Foreign government obligations of developing countries, and some structures of emerging market debt securities, both of which are generally below investment grade, are sometimes referred to as "Brady Bonds."
FOREIGN EXCHANGE TRANSACTIONS. Foreign exchange transactions include direct purchases of futures contracts with respect to foreign currency, and contractual agreements to purchase or sell a specified currency at a specified future date (up to one year) at a price set at the time of the contract. Such contractual commitments may be forward contracts entered into directly with another party or exchange traded futures contracts.
Each Fund has authority to deal in foreign exchange between currencies of the different countries in which it will invest as a hedge against possible variations in the foreign exchange rates between those currencies. A Fund may commit the same percentage of its total assets to foreign exchange hedges as it can invest in foreign securities.
The Funds may utilize either specific transactions ("transaction hedging") or portfolio positions ("position hedging") to hedge foreign currency exposure through foreign exchange transactions. Transaction hedging is the purchase or sale of foreign currency with respect to specific receivables or payables of a Fund accruing in connection with the purchase or sale of its portfolio securities, the sale and redemption of shares of the Fund, or the payment of dividends and distributions by the Fund. Position hedging is the purchase or sale of foreign currency with respect to portfolio security positions (or underlying portfolio security positions, such as in an ADR) denominated or quoted in a foreign currency. Additionally, foreign exchange transactions may involve some of the risks of investments in foreign securities.
Debt Investments
U.S. GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS. Obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government, its agencies and instrumentalities include bills, notes and bonds issued by the U.S. Treasury, as well as "stripped" or "zero coupon" U.S. Treasury obligations representing future interest or principal payments on U.S. Treasury notes or bonds. Stripped securities are sold at a discount to their "face value," and may exhibit greater price volatility than interest-bearing securities since investors receive no payment until maturity. Obligations of certain agencies and instrumentalities of the U.S. Government, such as the Government National Mortgage Association ("GNMA"), are supported by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Treasury; others, such as those of the Federal National Mortgage Association ("FNMA"), are supported by the right of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury; others, such as those of the Student Loan Marketing Association ("SLMA"), are supported by the discretionary authority of the U.S. Government to purchase the agency's obligations; still others, though issued by an instrumentality chartered by the U.S. Government, like the Federal Farm Credit Bureau ("FFCB"), are supported only by the credit of the instrumentality. The U.S. Government may choose not to provide financial support to U.S. Government-sponsored agencies or instrumentalities if it is not legally obligated to do so.
LIQUID ASSETS. For cash management purposes, the Funds may hold a portion of their assets in cash or cash equivalents, including shares of affiliated money market funds. Cash equivalents include money market instruments (such as certificates of deposit, time deposits, bankers' acceptances from U.S. or foreign banks, and repurchase agreements), shares of affiliated money market funds or high-quality
debt obligations (such as U.S. Government obligations, commercial paper, master notes and other short-term corporate instruments, participation interests in corporate loans, and municipal obligations).
Descriptions of debt securities ratings are found in Appendix A.
MORTGAGE-BACKED AND ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES. AIM Strategic Income Fund may invest in mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities. Mortgage-backed securities are mortgage-related securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government, its agencies and instrumentalities, or issued by nongovernment entities. Mortgage-related securities represent pools of mortgage loans assembled for sale to investors by various government agencies such as GNMA and government-related organizations such as FNMA and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation ("FHLMC"), as well as by nongovernment issuers such as commercial banks, savings and loan institutions, mortgage bankers and private mortgage insurance companies. Although certain mortgage-related securities are guaranteed by a third party or otherwise similarly secured, the market value of the security, which may fluctuate, is not so secured.
There are a number of important differences among the agencies and instrumentalities of the U.S. Government that issue mortgage-related securities and among the securities they issue. Mortgage-related securities issued by GNMA include GNMA Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates (also known as "Ginnie Maes") which are guaranteed as to the timely payment of principal and interest. That guarantee is backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Treasury. GNMA is a corporation wholly owned by the U.S. Government within the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Mortgage-related securities issued by FNMA include FNMA Guaranteed Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates (also known as "Fannie Maes") and are guaranteed as to payment of principal and interest by FNMA itself and backed by a line of credit with the U.S. Treasury. FNMA is a government-sponsored entity wholly owned by public stockholders. Mortgage-related securities issued by FHLMC include FHLMC Mortgage Participation Certificates (also known as "Freddie Macs") guaranteed as to payment of principal and interest by FHLMC itself and backed by a line of credit with the U.S. Treasury. FHLMC is a government-sponsored entity wholly owned by public stockholders.
Other asset-backed securities are structured like mortgage-backed securities, but instead of mortgage loans or interests in mortgage loans, the underlying assets may include such items as motor vehicle installment sales or installment loan contracts, leases of various types of real and personal property, and receivables from credit card agreements. Regular payments received in respect of such securities include both interest and principal. Asset-backed securities typically have no U.S. Government backing. Additionally, the ability of an issuer of asset-backed securities to enforce its security interest in the underlying assets may be limited.
If a Fund purchases a mortgage-backed or other asset-backed security at a premium, that portion may be lost if there is a decline in the market value of the security whether resulting from changes in interest rates or prepayments in the underlying collateral. As with other interest-bearing securities, the prices of such securities are inversely affected by changes in interest rates. However, though the value of a mortgage-backed or other asset-backed security may decline when interest rates rise, the converse is not necessarily true, since in periods of declining interest rates the mortgages and loans underlying the securities are prone to prepayment, thereby shortening the average life of the security and shortening the period of time over which income at the higher rate is received. When interest rates are rising, though, the rate of prepayment tends to decrease, thereby lengthening the period of time over which income at the lower rate is received. For these and other reasons, a mortgage-backed or other asset-backed security's average maturity may be shortened or lengthened as a result of interest rate fluctuations and, therefore, it is not possible to predict accurately the security's return.
INVESTMENT GRADE CORPORATE DEBT OBLIGATIONS. Each Fund may invest in U.S. dollar-denominated debt obligations issued or guaranteed by U.S. corporations or U.S. commercial banks, U.S. dollar-denominated obligations of foreign issuers and debt obligations of foreign issuers denominated in foreign currencies. Such debt obligations include, among others, bonds, notes, debentures and variable rate demand notes. In choosing corporate debt securities on behalf of a Fund, its investment adviser may
consider (i) general economic and financial conditions; (ii) the specific issuer's (a) business and management, (b) cash flow, (c) earnings coverage of interest and dividends, (d) ability to operate under adverse economic conditions, (e) fair market value of assets, and (f) in the case of foreign issuers, unique political, economic or social conditions applicable to such issuer's country; and, (iii) other considerations deemed appropriate.
AIM Strategic Income Fund cannot invest more than 25% of total assets in bank securities.
JUNK BONDS. Each of the funds other than AIM Libra Fund may invest in junk bonds. Junk bonds are lower-rated or non-rated debt securities. Junk bonds are considered speculative with respect to their capacity to pay interest and repay principal in accordance with the terms of the obligation. While generally providing greater income and opportunity for gain, non-investment grade debt securities are subject to greater risks than higher-rated securities.
Companies that issue junk bonds are often highly leveraged, and may not have more traditional methods of financing available to them. During an economic downturn or recession, highly leveraged issuers of high yield securities may experience financial stress, and may not have sufficient revenues to meet their interest payment obligations. Economic downturns tend to disrupt the market for junk bonds, lowering their values, and increasing their price volatility. The risk of issuer default is higher with respect to junk bonds because such issues are generally unsecured and are often subordinated to other creditors of the issuer.
The credit rating of a junk bond does not necessarily address its market value risk, and ratings may from time to time change to reflect developments regarding the issuer's financial condition. The lower the rating of a junk bond, the more speculative its characteristics.
The Funds may have difficulty selling certain junk bonds because they may have a thin trading market. The lack of a liquid secondary market may have an adverse effect on the market price and a Fund's ability to dispose of particular issues and may also make it more difficult for the Fund to obtain accurate market quotations valuing these assets. In the event a Fund experiences an unexpected level of net redemptions, the Fund could be forced to sell its junk bonds at an unfavorable price. Prices of junk bonds have been found to be less sensitive to fluctuations in interest rates, and more sensitive to adverse economic changes and individual corporate developments than those of higher-rated debt securities. AIM Global Health Care Fund, AIM Global Financial Services Fund and AIM Global Science and Technology Fund may invest up to 5% of total assets in junk bonds (up to 20% of net assets for AIM Global Energy Fund, up to 50% of total assets for AIM Developing Markets Fund and up to 65% of total assets for AIM Strategic Income Fund).
Descriptions of debt securities ratings are found in Appendix A.
Other Investments
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS ("REITS"). REITs are trusts that sell equity or debt securities to investors and use the proceeds to invest in real estate or interests therein. A REIT may focus on particular projects, such as apartment complexes, or geographic regions, such as the southeastern United States, or both.
To the extent consistent with their respective investment objectives and policies, each Fund may invest up to 15% of its total assets in equity and/or debt securities issued by REITs.
To the extent that a Fund has the ability to invest in REITs, the Fund could conceivably own real estate directly as a result of a default on the securities it owns. A Fund, therefore, may be subject to certain risks associated with the direct ownership of real estate including difficulties in valuing and trading real estate, declines in the value of real estate, risks related to general and local economic conditions, adverse changes in the climate for real estate, environmental liability risks, increases in property taxes
and operating expenses, changes in zoning laws, casualty or condemnation losses, limitations on rents, changes in neighborhood values, the appeal of properties to tenants, and increases in interest rates.
In addition to the risks described above, equity REITs may be affected by any changes in the value of the underlying property owned by the trusts, while mortgage REITs may be affected by the quality of any credit extended. Equity and mortgage REITs are dependent upon management skill, are not diversified, and are therefore subject to the risk of financing single or a limited number of projects. Such trusts are also subject to heavy cash flow dependency, defaults by borrowers, self-liquidation, and the possibility of failing to maintain an exemption from the 1940 Act. Changes in interest rates may also affect the value of debt securities held by a Fund. By investing in REITs indirectly through a Fund, a shareholder will bear not only his/her proportionate share of the expenses of the Fund, but also, indirectly, similar expenses of the REITs.
OTHER INVESTMENT COMPANIES. With respect to a Fund's purchase of shares of another investment company, including Affiliated Money Market Funds (defined below), the Fund will indirectly bear its proportionate share of the advisory fees and other operating expenses of such investment company. The Funds have obtained an exemptive order from the SEC allowing them to invest in money market funds that have AIM or an affiliate of AIM as an investment advisor (the "Affiliated Money Market Funds"), provided that investments in Affiliated Money Market Funds do not exceed 25% of the total assets of the investing Fund.
The following restrictions apply to investments in other investment companies other than Affiliated Money Market Funds: (i) a Fund may not purchase more than 3% of the total outstanding voting stock of another investment company; (ii) a Fund may not invest more than 5% of its total assets in securities issued by another investment company; and (iii) a Fund may not invest more than 10% of its total assets in securities issued by other investment companies.
DEFAULTED SECURITIES. AIM Strategic Income Fund may invest in defaulted securities. In order to enforce its rights in defaulted securities, the Fund may be required to participate in various legal proceedings or take possession of and manage assets securing the issuer's obligations on the defaulted securities. This could increase the Fund's operating expenses and adversely affect its net asset value. Any investments by the Fund in defaulted securities will also be considered illiquid securities subject to the limitations described herein, unless AIM determines that such defaulted securities are liquid under guidelines adopted by the Board of Trustees.
VARIABLE OR FLOATING RATE INSTRUMENTS. AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund may invest in securities which have variable or floating interest rates which are readjusted on set dates (such as the last day of the month or calendar quarter) in the case of variable rates or whenever a specified interest rate change occurs in the case of a floating rate instrument. Variable or floating interest rates generally reduce changes in the market price of securities from their original purchase price because, upon readjustment, such rates approximate market rates. Accordingly, as interest rates decrease or increase, the potential for capital appreciation or depreciation is less for variable or floating rate securities than for fixed rate obligations. Many securities with variable or floating interest rates purchased by a Fund are subject to payment of principal and accrued interest (usually within seven days) on the Fund's demand. The terms of such demand instruments require payment of principal and accrued interest by the issuer, a guarantor, and/or a liquidity provider. All variable or floating rate instruments will meet the applicable quality standards of a Fund. AIM will monitor the pricing, quality and liquidity of the variable or floating rate securities held by the Funds.
INDEXED SECURITIES. AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund may invest in indexed securities the value of which is linked to interest rates, commodities, indices or other financial indicators. Most indexed securities are short to intermediate term fixed income securities whose values at maturity (principal value) or interest rates rise or fall according to changes in the value of one or more specified underlying instruments. Indexed securities may be positively or negatively indexed (i.e., their principal value or interest rates may increase or decrease if the underlying instrument appreciates), and may have return characteristics similar to direct investments in the underlying instrument or to one or
more options on the underlying instrument. Indexed securities may be more volatile than the underlying instrument itself and could involve the loss of all or a portion of the principal amount of the indexed security.
ZERO-COUPON AND PAY-IN-KIND SECURITIES. AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund may, but do not currently intend to, invest in zero-coupon or pay-in-kind securities. These securities are debt securities that do not make regular cash interest payments. Zero-coupon securities are sold at a deep discount to their face value. Pay-in-kind securities pay interest through the issuance of additional securities. Because zero-coupon and pay-in-kind securities do not pay current cash income, the price of these securities can be volatile when interest rates fluctuate. While these securities do not pay current cash income, federal tax law requires the holders of zero-coupon and pay-in-kind securities to include in income each year the portion of the original issue discount (or deemed discount) and other non-cash income on such securities accrued during that year. In order to qualify as a "regulated investment company" under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code") and to avoid certain excise taxes, the Funds may be required to distribute a portion of such discount and income, and may be required to dispose of other portfolio securities, which could occur during periods of adverse market prices, in order to generate sufficient cash to meet these distribution requirements.
Investment Techniques
DELAYED DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS. Delayed delivery transactions, also referred to as forward commitments, involve commitments by a Fund to dealers or issuers to acquire or sell securities at a specified future date beyond the customary settlement for such securities. These commitments may fix the payment price and interest rate to be received or paid on the investment. A Fund may purchase securities on a delayed delivery basis to the extent it can anticipate having available cash on settlement date. Delayed delivery agreements will not be used as a speculative or leveraging technique.
Investment in securities on a delayed delivery basis may increase a Fund's exposure to market fluctuation and may increase the possibility that the Fund will incur short-term gains subject to federal taxation or short-term losses if the Fund must engage in portfolio transactions in order to honor a delayed delivery commitment. Until the settlement date, a Fund will segregate liquid assets of a dollar value sufficient at all times to make payment for the delayed delivery transactions. Such segregated liquid assets will be marked-to-market daily, and the amount segregated will be increased if necessary to maintain adequate coverage of the delayed delivery commitments. No additional delayed delivery agreements or when-issued commitments (as described below) will be made by a Fund if, as a result, more than 25% of the Fund's total assets would become so committed.
The delayed delivery securities, which will not begin to accrue interest or dividends until the settlement date, will be recorded as an asset of a Fund and will be subject to the risk of market fluctuation. The purchase price of the delayed delivery securities is a liability of a Fund until settlement. Absent extraordinary circumstances, a Fund will not sell or otherwise transfer the delayed delivery basis securities prior to settlement.
A Fund may enter into buy/sell back transactions (a form of delayed delivery agreement). In a buy/sell back transaction, a Fund enters a trade to sell securities at one price and simultaneously enters a trade to buy the same securities at another price for settlement at a future date.
WHEN-ISSUED SECURITIES. Purchasing securities on a "when-issued" basis means that the date for delivery of and payment for the securities is not fixed at the date of purchase, but is set after the securities are issued. The payment obligation and, if applicable, the interest rate that will be received on the securities are fixed at the time the buyer enters into the commitment. A Fund will only make commitments to purchase such securities with the intention of actually acquiring such securities, but the Fund may sell these securities before the settlement date if it is deemed advisable.
Securities purchased on a when-issued basis and the securities held in a Fund's portfolio are subject to changes in market value based upon the public's perception of the creditworthiness of the
issuer and, if applicable, changes in the level of interest rates. Therefore, if a Fund is to remain substantially fully invested at the same time that it has purchased securities on a when-issued basis, there will be a possibility that the market value of the Fund's assets will fluctuate to a greater degree. Furthermore, when the time comes for the Fund to meet its obligations under when-issued commitments, the Fund will do so by using then available cash flow, by sale of the segregated liquid assets, by sale of other securities or, although it would not normally expect to do so, by directing the sale of the when-issued securities themselves (which may have a market value greater or less than the Fund's payment obligation).
Investment in securities on a when-issued basis may increase a Fund's exposure to market fluctuation and may increase the possibility that the Fund will incur short-term gains subject to federal taxation or short-term losses if the Fund must sell another security in order to honor a when-issued commitment. If a Fund purchases a when-issued security, the Fund's custodian bank will segregate liquid assets in an amount equal to the when-issued commitment. If the market value of such segregated assets declines, additional liquid assets will be segregated on a daily basis so that the market value of the segregated assets will equal the amount of the Fund's when-issued commitments. No additional delayed delivery agreements (as described above) or when-issued commitments will be made by a Fund if, as a result, more than 25% of the Fund's total assets would become so committed.
SHORT SALES. In a short sale, a Fund does not immediately deliver the securities sold and does not receive the proceeds from the sale. A Fund is said to have a short position in the securities sold until it delivers the securities sold, at which time it receives the proceeds of the sale. A Fund will make a short sale, as a hedge, when it believes that the price of a security may decline, causing a decline in the value of a security owned by the Fund or a security convertible into or exchangeable for such security, or when the Fund does not want to sell the security it owns, because it wishes to defer recognition of gain or loss for federal income tax purposes. In such case, any future losses in a Fund's long position should be reduced by a gain in the short position. Conversely, any gain in the long position should be reduced by a loss in the short position. The extent to which such gains or losses are reduced will depend upon the amount of the security sold short relative to the amount a Fund owns, either directly or indirectly, and, in the case where the Fund owns convertible securities, changes in the conversion premium. In determining the number of shares to be sold short against a Fund's position in a convertible security, the anticipated fluctuation in the conversion premium is considered. A Fund may also make short sales to generate additional income from the investment of the cash proceeds of short sales.
A Fund will only make short sales "against the box," meaning that at all times when a short position is open, the Fund owns an equal amount of such securities or securities convertible into or exchangeable, without payment of any further consideration, for securities of the same issue as, and equal in amount to, the securities sold short. To secure its obligation to deliver the securities sold short, a Fund will segregate with its custodian an equal amount to the securities sold short or securities convertible into or exchangeable for such securities. A Fund may pledge no more than 10% of its total assets as collateral for short sales against the box.
MARGIN TRANSACTIONS. None of the Funds will purchase any security on margin, except that each Fund may obtain such short-term credits as may be necessary for the clearance of purchases and sales of portfolio securities. The payment by a Fund of initial or variation margin in connection with futures or related options transactions will not be considered the purchase of a security on margin.
SWAP AGREEMENTS. Each Fund may enter into interest rate, index and currency exchange rate swap agreements for purposes of attempting to obtain a particular desired return at a lower cost to the Fund than if it had invested directly in an instrument that yielded that desired return. Swap agreements are two-party contracts entered into primarily by institutional investors for periods ranging from a few weeks to more than one year. In a standard "swap" transaction, two parties agree to exchange the returns (or differentials in rates of return) earned or realized on particular predetermined investments or instruments. The gross returns to be exchanged or "swapped" between the parties are calculated with respect to a "notional amount," i.e., the return on or increase in value of a particular dollar amount invested at a particular interest rate, in a particular foreign currency, or in a "basket" of securities
representing a particular index. Commonly used swap agreements include: (i) interest rate caps, under which, in return for a premium, one party agrees to make payments to the other to the extent that interest rates exceed a specified rate, or "cap"; (ii) interest rate floors, under which, in return for a premium, one party agrees to make payments to the other to the extent that interest rates fall below a specified level, or "floor"; and (iii) interest rate collars, under which a party sells a cap and purchases a floor or vice versa in an attempt to protect itself against interest rate movements exceeding given minimum or maximum levels.
The "notional amount" of the swap agreement is only a fictitious basis on which to calculate the obligations that the parties to a swap agreement have agreed to exchange. Most swap agreements entered into by a Fund would calculate the obligations on a "net basis." Consequently, a Fund's obligations (or rights) under a swap agreement will generally be equal only to the net amount to be paid or received under the agreement based on the relative values of the positions held by each party to the agreement (the "net amount"). Obligations under a swap agreement will be accrued daily (offset against amounts owing to the Fund) and any accrued but unpaid net amounts owed to a swap counterparty will be covered by segregating liquid assets to avoid any potential leveraging of the Fund. A Fund will not enter into a swap agreement with any single party if the net amount owed to or to be received under existing contracts with that party would exceed 5% of the Fund's total assets. For a discussion of the tax considerations relating to swap agreements, see "Dividends, Distributions and Tax Matters - Swap Agreements."
INTERFUND LOANS. Each Fund may lend uninvested cash up to 15% of its net assets to other AIM Funds and each Fund may borrow from other AIM Funds to the extent permitted under such Fund's investment restrictions. During temporary or emergency periods, the percentage of a Fund's net assets that may be loaned to other AIM Funds may be increased as permitted by the SEC. If any interfund loans are outstanding, a Fund cannot make any additional investments. If a Fund has borrowed from other AIM Funds and has aggregate borrowings from all sources that exceed 10% of such Fund's total assets, such Fund will secure all of its loans from other AIM Funds. The ability of a Fund to lend its securities to other AIM Funds is subject to certain other terms and conditions.
BORROWING. Each Fund may borrow money to a limited extent for temporary or emergency purposes. If there are unusually heavy redemptions because of changes in interest rates or for any other reason, a Fund may have to sell a portion of its investment portfolio at a time when it may be disadvantageous to do so. Selling fund securities under these circumstances may result in a lower net asset value per share or decreased dividend income, or both. The Trust believes that, in the event of abnormally heavy redemption requests, a Fund's borrowing ability would help to mitigate any such effects and could make the forced sale of their portfolio securities less likely.
LENDING PORTFOLIO SECURITIES. The Funds may each lend their portfolio securities (principally to broker-dealers) where such loans are callable at any time and are continuously secured by segregated collateral equal to no less than the market value, determined daily, of the loaned securities. Such collateral will be cash, letters of credit, or debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or any of its agencies. Each Fund may lend portfolio securities to the extent of one-third of its total assets.
The Fund would continue to receive the income on loaned securities and would, at the same time, earn interest on the loan collateral or on the investment of any cash collateral. A Fund will not have the right to vote securities while they are being lent, but it can call a loan in anticipation of an important vote. Any cash collateral pursuant to these loans would be invested in short-term money market instruments or Affiliated Money Market Funds. Lending securities entails a risk of loss to the Fund if and to the extent that the market value of the securities loaned increases and the collateral is not increased accordingly or in the event of default by the borrower. The Fund could also experience delays and costs in gaining access to the collateral.
REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. Repurchase agreements are agreements under which a Fund acquires ownership of a security from a broker-dealer or bank that agrees to repurchase the security at a mutually agreed upon time and price (which is higher than the purchase price), thereby determining the yield during a Fund's holding period. A Fund may, however, enter into a "continuing contract" or "open"
repurchase agreement under which the seller is under a continuing obligation to repurchase the underlying obligation from the Fund on demand and the effective interest rate is negotiated on a daily basis. Each of the Funds may engage in repurchase agreement transactions involving the types of securities in which it is permitted to invest.
If the seller of a repurchase agreement fails to repurchase the security in accordance with the terms of the agreement, a Fund might incur expenses in enforcing its rights, and could experience losses, including a decline in the value of the underlying security and loss of income. The securities underlying a repurchase agreement will be marked-to-market every business day so that the value of such securities is at least equal to the investment value of the repurchase agreement, including any accrued interest thereon.
The Funds may invest their cash balances in joint accounts with other AIM Funds for the purpose of investing in repurchase agreements with maturities not to exceed 60 days and in certain other money market instruments with remaining maturities not to exceed 90 days. Repurchase agreements are considered loans by a Fund under the 1940 Act.
REVERSE REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. Reverse repurchase agreements are
agreements that involve the sale of securities held by a Fund to financial
institutions such as banks and broker-dealers, with an agreement that the Fund
will repurchase the securities at an agreed upon price and date. A Fund may
employ reverse repurchase agreements (i) for temporary emergency purposes, such
as to meet unanticipated net redemptions so as to avoid liquidating other
portfolio securities during unfavorable market conditions; (ii) to cover
short-term cash requirements resulting from the timing of trade settlements; or
(iii) to take advantage of market situations where the interest income to be
earned from the investment of the proceeds of the transaction is greater than
the interest expense of the transaction. At the time it enters into a reverse
repurchase agreement, a Fund will segregate liquid assets having a dollar value
equal to the repurchase price, and will subsequently continually monitor the
account to ensure that such equivalent value is maintained at all times. Reverse
repurchase agreements involve the risk that the market value of securities to be
purchased by the Fund may decline below the price at which it is obligated to
repurchase the securities, or that the other party may default on its
obligation, so that the Fund is delayed or prevented from completing the
transaction. Reverse repurchase agreements are considered borrowings by a Fund
under the 1940 Act.
DOLLAR ROLLS. A dollar roll involves the sale by a Fund of a mortgage security to a financial institution such as a broker-dealer or a bank, with an agreement to repurchase a substantially similar (i.e., same type, coupon and maturity) security at an agreed upon price and date. The mortgage securities that are purchased will bear the same interest rate as those sold, but will generally be collateralized by different pools of mortgages with different prepayment histories. During the period between the sale and repurchase, a Fund will not be entitled to receive interest and principal payments on the securities sold. Proceeds of the sale will be invested in short-term instruments, and the income from these investments, together with any additional fee income received on the sale, could generate income for the Fund exceeding the yield on the sold security.
Dollar roll transactions involve the risk that the market value of the securities retained by the Fund may decline below the price of the securities that the Fund has sold but is obligated to repurchase under the agreement. In the event the buyer of securities under a dollar roll transaction files for bankruptcy or becomes insolvent, the Fund's use of the proceeds from the sale of the securities may be restricted pending a determination by the other party, or its trustee or receiver, whether to enforce the Fund's obligation to repurchase the securities. At the time the Fund enters into a dollar roll, it will segregate liquid assets having a dollar value equal to the repurchase price, and will monitor the account to ensure that such equivalent value is maintained. The Fund typically enters into dollar roll transactions to enhance the Fund's return either on an income or total return basis or to manage pre-payment risk. Dollar rolls are considered borrowings by a Fund under the 1940 Act.
ILLIQUID SECURITIES. Illiquid securities are securities that cannot be disposed of within seven days in the normal course of business at the price at which they are valued. Illiquid securities may include
securities that are subject to restrictions on resale because they have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 (the "1933 Act"). Restricted securities may, in certain circumstances, be resold pursuant to Rule 144A, and thus may or may not constitute illiquid securities.
Each Fund may invest up to 15% of its net assets in securities that are illiquid. Limitations on the resale of restricted securities may have an adverse effect on their marketability, which may prevent a Fund from disposing of them promptly at reasonable prices. A Fund may have to bear the expense of registering such securities for resale, and the risk of substantial delays in effecting such registrations.
AIM Global Energy Fund, AIM Global Financial Services Fund, AIM Global Health Care Fund and AIM Global Science and Technology Fund cannot invest more than 5% of total assets in joint ventures, cooperatives, partnerships and state enterprises which are illiquid.
RULE 144A SECURITIES. Rule 144A securities are securities which, while
privately placed, are eligible for purchase and resale pursuant to Rule 144A
under the 1933 Act. This Rule permits certain qualified institutional buyers,
such as the Funds, to trade in privately placed securities even though such
securities are not registered under the 1933 Act. AIM, under the supervision of
the Board of Trustees, will consider whether securities purchased under Rule
144A are illiquid and thus subject to the Funds' restriction on investment in
illiquid securities. Determination of whether a Rule 144A security is liquid or
not is a question of fact. In making this determination AIM will consider the
trading markets for the specific security taking into account the unregistered
nature of a Rule 144A security. In addition, AIM could consider the (i)
frequency of trades and quotes; (ii) number of dealers and potential purchasers;
(iii) dealer undertakings to make a market; and (iv) nature of the security and
of market place trades (for example, the time needed to dispose of the security,
the method of soliciting offers and the mechanics of transfer). AIM will also
monitor the liquidity of Rule 144A securities and, if as a result of changed
conditions, AIM determines that a Rule 144A security is no longer liquid, AIM
will review a Fund's holdings of illiquid securities to determine what, if any,
action is required to assure that such Fund complies with its restriction on
investment in illiquid securities. Investing in Rule 144A securities could
increase the amount of each Fund's investments in illiquid securities if
qualified institutional buyers are unwilling to purchase such securities.
UNSEASONED ISSUERS. AIM Libra Fund may invest in equity securities of unseasoned issuers. Investments in the equity securities of companies having less than three years' continuous operations (including operations of any predecessor) involve more risk than investments in the securities of more established companies because unseasoned issuers have only a brief operating history and may have more limited markets and financial resources. As a result, securities of unseasoned issuers tend to be more volatile than securities of more established companies.
Derivatives
The Funds may each invest in forward currency contracts, futures contracts, options on securities, options on indices, options on currencies, and options on futures contracts to attempt to hedge against the overall level of investment and currency risk normally associated with each Fund's investments. The Funds may also invest in equity-linked derivative products designed to replicate the composition and performance of particular indices. These instruments are often referred to as "derivatives," which may be defined as financial instruments whose performance is derived, at least in part, from the performance of another asset (such as a security, currency or an index of securities).
EQUITY-LINKED DERIVATIVES. Equity-Linked Derivatives are interests in a securities portfolio designed to replicate the composition and performance of a particular index. Equity-Linked Derivatives are exchange traded. The performance results of Equity-Linked Derivatives will not replicate exactly the performance of the pertinent index due to transaction and other expenses, including fees to service providers, borne by the Equity-Linked Derivatives. Examples of such products include S&P Depositary Receipts ("SPDRs"), World Equity Benchmark Series ("WEBs"), NASDAQ 100 tracking shares ("QQQs"), Dow Jones Industrial Average Instruments ("DIAMONDS") and Optimised Portfolios As Listed Securities
("OPALS"). Investments in Equity-Linked Derivatives involve the same risks associated with a direct investment in the types of securities included in the indices such products are designed to track. There can be no assurance that the trading price of the Equity-Linked Derivatives will equal the underlying value of the basket of securities purchased to replicate a particular index or that such basket will replicate the index. Investments in Equity-Linked Derivatives may constitute investments in other investment companies and, therefore, a Fund may be subject to the same investment restrictions with Equity-Linked Derivatives as with other investment companies. See "Other Investment Companies."
PUT AND CALL OPTIONS. A call option gives the purchaser the right to buy the underlying security, contract or foreign currency at the stated exercise price at any time prior to the expiration of the option (or on a specified date if the option is a European style option), regardless of the market price or exchange rate of the security contract or foreign currency as the case may be at the time of exercise. If the purchaser exercises the call option, the writer of a call option is obligated to sell the underlying security, contract or foreign currency. A put option gives the purchaser the right to sell the underlying security, contract or foreign currency at the stated exercise price at any time prior to the expiration date of the option (or on a specified date if the option is a European style option), regardless of the market price or exchange rate of the security, contract or foreign currency, as the case may be at the time of exercise. If the purchaser exercises the put option, the writer of a put option is obligated to buy the underlying security, contract or foreign currency. The premium paid to the writer is consideration for undertaking the obligations under the option contract. Until an option expires or is offset, the option is said to be "open." When an option expires or is offset, the option is said to be "closed."
A Fund will not write (sell) options if, immediately after such sale, the aggregate value of securities or obligations underlying the outstanding options exceeds 20% of the Fund's total assets. A Fund will not purchase options if, at any time of the investment, the aggregate premiums paid for the options will exceed 5% of the Fund's total assets.
Pursuant to federal securities rules and regulations, if a Fund writes options it may be required to set aside assets to reduce the risks associated with writing those options. This process is described in more detail below in the section "Cover."
Writing Options. A Fund may write put and call options in an attempt to realize, through the receipt of premiums, a greater current return than would be realized on the underlying security, contract, or foreign currency alone. A Fund may only write a call option on a security if it owns an equal amount of such securities or securities convertible into or exchangeable, without payment of any further consideration, for securities of the same issue as, and equal in amount to, the securities subject to the call option. In return for the premium received for writing a call option, the Fund foregoes the opportunity for profit from a price increase in the underlying security, contract, or foreign currency above the exercise price so long as the option remains open, but retains the risk of loss should the price of the security, contract, or foreign currency decline.
A Fund may write a put option without owning the underlying security if it covers the option as described below in the section "Cover." A Fund may only write a put option on a security as part of an investment strategy, and not for speculative purposes. In return for the premium received for writing a put option, the Fund assumes the risk that the price of the underlying security, contract, or foreign currency will decline below the exercise price, in which case the put would be exercised and the Fund would suffer a loss.
If an option that a Fund has written expires, it will realize a gain in the amount of the premium; however, such gain may be offset by a decline in the market value of the underlying security, contract or currency during the option period. If a call option is exercised, a Fund will realize a gain or loss from the sale of the underlying security, contract or currency, which will be increased or offset by the premium received. A Fund would write a put option at an exercise price that, reduced by the premium received on the option, reflects the price it is willing to pay for the underlying security, contract or currency. The obligation imposed upon the writer of an option is terminated upon the expiration of the option, or such
earlier time at which a Fund effects a closing purchase transaction by purchasing an option (put or call as the case may be) identical to that previously sold.
Writing call options can serve as a limited hedge because declines in the value of the hedged investment would be offset to the extent of the premium received for writing the option. Closing transactions may be effected in order to realize a profit on an outstanding call option, to prevent an underlying security, contract or currency from being called or to permit the sale of the underlying security, contract or currency. Furthermore, effecting a closing transaction will permit a Fund to write another call option on the underlying security, contract or currency with either a different exercise price or expiration date, or both.
Purchasing Options. A Fund may purchase a call option for the purpose of acquiring the underlying security, contract or currency for its portfolio. The Fund is not required to own the underlying security in order to purchase a call option, and may only cover this transaction with cash, liquid assets and/or short-term debt securities. Utilized in this fashion, the purchase of call options would enable a Fund to acquire the security, contract or currency at the exercise price of the call option plus the premium paid. So long as it holds such a call option, rather than the underlying security or currency itself, the Fund is partially protected from any unexpected increase in the market price of the underlying security, contract or currency. If the market price does not exceed the exercise price, the Fund could purchase the security on the open market and could allow the call option to expire, incurring a loss only to the extent of the premium paid for the option. Each of the Funds may also purchase call options on underlying securities, contracts or currencies against which it has written other call options. For example, where a Fund has written a call option on an underlying security, rather than entering a closing transaction of the written option, it may purchase a call option with a different exercise strike and/or expiration date that would eliminate some or all of the risk associated with the written call. Used in combinations, these strategies are commonly referred to as "call spreads."
A Fund may only purchase a put option on an underlying security, contract or currency ("protective put") owned by the Fund in order to protect against an anticipated decline in the value of the security, contract or currency. Such hedge protection is provided only during the life of the put option. The premium paid for the put option and any transaction costs would reduce any profit realized when the security, contract or currency is delivered upon the exercise of the put option. Conversely, if the underlying security, contract or currency does not decline in value, the option may expire worthless and the premium paid for the protective put would be lost. A Fund may also purchase put options on underlying securities, contracts or currencies against which it has written other put options. For example, where a Fund has written a put option on an underlying security, rather than entering a closing transaction of the written option, it may purchase a put option with a different exercise price and/or expiration date that would eliminate some or all of the risk associated with the written put. Used in combinations, these strategies are commonly referred to as "put spreads." Likewise, a Fund may write call options on underlying securities, contracts or currencies against which it has purchased protective put options. This strategy is commonly referred to as a "collar."
Over-The-Counter Options. Options may be either listed on an exchange or traded in over-the-counter ("OTC") markets. Listed options are third-party contracts (i.e., performance of the obligations of the purchaser and seller is guaranteed by the exchange or clearing corporation) and have standardized strike prices and expiration dates. OTC options are two-party contracts with negotiated strike prices and expiration dates. A Fund will not purchase an OTC option unless it believes that daily valuations for such options are readily obtainable. OTC options differ from exchange-traded options in that OTC options are transacted with dealers directly and not through a clearing corporation (which guarantees performance). Consequently, there is a risk of non-performance by the dealer. Since no exchange is involved, OTC options are valued on the basis of an average of the last bid prices obtained from dealers, unless a quotation from only one dealer is available, in which case only that dealer's price will be used. In the case of OTC options, there can be no assurance that a liquid secondary market will exist for any particular option at any specific time. Because purchased OTC options in certain cases may be difficult to dispose of in a timely manner, the Fund may be required to treat some or all of these options (i.e., the market value) as illiquid securities. Although a Fund will enter into OTC options only with
dealers that are expected to be capable of entering into closing transactions with it, there is no assurance that the Fund will in fact be able to close out an OTC option position at a favorable price prior to expiration. In the event of insolvency of the dealer, a Fund might be unable to close out an OTC option position at any time prior to its expiration.
Index Options. Index options (or options on securities indices) are similar in many respects to options on securities, except that an index option gives the holder the right to receive, upon exercise, cash instead of securities, if the closing level of the securities index upon which the option is based is greater than, in the case of a call, or less than, in the case of a put, the exercise price of the option. The amount of cash is equal to the difference between the closing price of the index and the exercise price of the call or put times a specified multiple (the "multiplier"), which determines the total dollar value for each point of such difference.
The risks of investment in index options may be greater than options on securities. Because index options are settled in cash, when a Fund writes a call on an index it cannot provide in advance for its potential settlement obligations by acquiring and holding the underlying securities. A Fund can offset some of the risk of writing a call index option position by holding a diversified portfolio of securities similar to those on which the underlying index is based. However, the Fund cannot, as a practical matter, acquire and hold a portfolio containing exactly the same securities as underlie the index and, as a result, bears a risk that the value of the securities held will not be perfectly correlated with the value of the index.
Pursuant to federal securities rules and regulations, if a Fund writes index options it may be required to set aside assets to reduce the risks associated with writing those options. This process is described in more detail below in the section "Cover."
STRADDLES. A Fund, for hedging purposes, may write straddles (combinations of put and call options on the same underlying security) to adjust the risk and return characteristics of the Fund's overall position. A possible combined position would involve writing a covered call option at one strike price and buying a call option at a lower price, in order to reduce the risk of the written covered call option in the event of a substantial price increase. Because combined options positions involve multiple trades, they result in higher transaction costs and may be more difficult to open and close out.
WARRANTS. Warrants are, in effect, longer-term call options. They give the holder the right to purchase a given number of shares of a particular company at specified prices within certain periods of time. The purchaser of a warrant expects that the market price of the security will exceed the purchase price of the warrant plus the exercise price of the warrant, thus giving him a profit. Since the market price may never exceed the exercise price before the expiration date of the warrant, the purchaser of the warrant risks the loss of the entire purchase price of the warrant. Warrants generally trade in the open market and may be sold rather than exercised. Warrants are sometimes sold in unit form with other securities of an issuer. Units of warrants and common stock may be employed in financing young, unseasoned companies. The purchase price of a warrant varies with the exercise price of the warrant, the current market value of the underlying security, the life of the warrant and various other investment factors.
FUTURES CONTRACTS AND OPTIONS ON FUTURES CONTRACTS. A Futures Contract is a two party agreement to buy or sell a specified amount of a specified security or currency (or delivery of a cash settlement price, in the case of an index future) for a specified price at a designated date, time and place (collectively, "Futures Contracts"). A stock index Futures Contract provides for the delivery, at a designated date, time and place, of an amount of cash equal to a specified dollar amount times the difference between the stock index value at the close of trading on the contract and the price agreed upon in the Futures Contract; no physical delivery of stocks comprising the index is made. Brokerage fees are incurred when a Futures Contract is bought or sold, and margin deposits must be maintained at all times when a Futures Contract is outstanding.
A Fund will enter into Futures Contracts for hedging purposes only; that is, Futures Contracts will be sold to protect against a decline in the price of securities or currencies that the Fund owns, or Futures
Contracts will be purchased to protect the Fund against an increase in the price of securities or currencies it has committed to purchase or expects to purchase. A Fund's hedging may include sales of Futures Contracts as an offset against the effect of expected increases in interest rates, and decreases in currency exchange rates and stock prices, and purchases of Futures Contracts as an offset against the effect of expected declines in interest rates, and increases in currency exchange rates or stock prices.
The Funds currently may not invest in any security (including Futures Contracts or options thereon) that is secured by physical commodities.
The Funds will only enter into Futures Contracts that are traded (either domestically or internationally) on futures exchanges and are standardized as to maturity date and underlying financial instrument. Futures exchanges and trading thereon in the United States are regulated under the Commodity Exchange Act and by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission ("CFTC"). Foreign futures exchanges and trading thereon are not regulated by the CFTC and are not subject to the same regulatory controls. For a further discussion of the risks associated with investments in foreign securities, see "Foreign Investments" in this Statement of Additional Information.
Closing out an open Futures Contract is effected by entering into an offsetting Futures Contract for the same aggregate amount of the identical financial instrument or currency and the same delivery date. There can be no assurance, however, that a Fund will be able to enter into an offsetting transaction with respect to a particular Futures Contract at a particular time. If a Fund is not able to enter into an offsetting transaction, it will continue to be required to maintain the margin deposits on the Futures Contract.
"Margin" with respect to Futures Contracts is the amount of funds that must be deposited by a Fund in order to initiate Futures Contracts trading and maintain its open positions in Futures Contracts. A margin deposit made when the Futures Contract is entered ("initial margin") is intended to ensure the Fund's performance under the Futures Contract. The margin required for a particular Futures Contract is set by the exchange on which the Futures Contract is traded and may be significantly modified from time to time by the exchange during the term of the Futures Contract.
Subsequent payments, called "variation margin," to and from the futures commission merchant through which a Fund entered into the Futures Contract will be made on a daily basis as the price of the underlying security, currency or index fluctuates making the Futures Contract more or less valuable, a process known as marking-to-market.
If a Fund were unable to liquidate a Futures Contract or an option on a Futures Contract position due to the absence of a liquid secondary market or the imposition of price limits, it could incur substantial losses. The Fund would continue to be subject to market risk with respect to the position. In addition, except in the case of purchased options, the Fund would continue to be required to make daily variation margin payments and might be required to maintain the position being hedged by the Futures Contract or option or to maintain cash or securities in a segregated account.
Options on Futures Contracts. Options on Futures Contracts are similar to options on securities or currencies except that options on Futures Contracts give the purchaser the right, in return for the premium paid, to assume a position in a Futures Contract (a long position if the option is a call and a short position if the option is a put) at a specified exercise price at any time during the period of the option. Upon exercise of the option, the delivery of the Futures Contract position by the writer of the option to the holder of the option will be accompanied by delivery of the accumulated balance in the writer's Futures Contract margin account. The Funds currently may not invest in any security (including futures contracts or options thereon) that is secured by physical commodities.
Limitations on Futures Contracts and Options on Futures Contracts and on Certain Options on Currencies. To the extent that a Fund enters into Futures Contracts, options on Futures Contracts and options on foreign currencies traded on a CFTC-regulated exchange, in each case other than for bona fide hedging purposes (as defined by the CFTC), the aggregate initial margin and premiums required to
establish those positions (excluding the amount by which options are "in-the-money") will not exceed 5% of the total assets of the Fund, after taking into account unrealized profits and unrealized losses on any contracts it has entered into. This guideline may be modified by the Board, without a shareholder vote. This limitation does not limit the percentage of the Fund's assets at risk to 5%.
Pursuant to federal securities rules and regulations, a Fund's use of Futures Contracts and options on Futures Contracts may require that Fund to set aside assets to reduce the risks associated with using Futures Contracts and options on Futures Contracts. This process is described in more detail below in the section "Cover."
FORWARD CURRENCY CONTRACTS. A forward currency contract is an obligation, usually arranged with a commercial bank or other currency dealer, to purchase or sell a currency against another currency at a future date and price as agreed upon by the parties. A Fund either may accept or make delivery of the currency at the maturity of the forward currency contract. A Fund may also, if its contra party agrees prior to maturity, enter into a closing transaction involving the purchase or sale of an offsetting contract. Forward currency contracts are traded over-the-counter, and not on organized commodities or securities exchanges. As a result, it may be more difficult to value such contracts, and it may be difficult to enter into closing transactions.
Each of the Funds may engage in forward currency transactions in anticipation of, or to protect itself against, fluctuations in exchange rates. A Fund may enter into forward currency contracts with respect to a specific purchase or sale of a security, or with respect to its portfolio positions generally. When a Fund purchases a security denominated in a foreign currency for settlement in the near future, it may immediately purchase in the forward market the currency needed to pay for and settle the purchase. By entering into a forward currency contract with respect to the specific purchase or sale of a security denominated in a foreign currency, the Fund can secure an exchange rate between the trade and settlement dates for that purchase or sale transaction. This practice is sometimes referred to as "transaction hedging." Position hedging is the purchase or sale of foreign currency with respect to portfolio security positions denominated or quoted in a foreign currency.
The cost to a Fund of engaging in forward currency contracts varies with factors such as the currencies involved, the length of the contract period and the market conditions then prevailing. Because forward currency contracts are usually entered into on a principal basis, no fees or commissions are involved. The use of forward currency contracts does not eliminate fluctuations in the prices of the underlying securities a Fund owns or intends to acquire, but it does establish a rate of exchange in advance. In addition, while forward currency contract sales limit the risk of loss due to a decline in the value of the hedged currencies, they also limit any potential gain that might result should the value of the currencies increase.
Pursuant to federal securities rules and regulations, a Fund's use of forward currency contracts may require that Fund to set aside assets to reduce the risks associated with using forward currency contracts. This process is described in more detail below in the section "Cover."
COVER. Transactions using forward currency contracts, futures contracts and options (other than options purchased by a Fund) expose a Fund to an obligation to another party. A Fund will not enter into any such transactions unless, in addition to complying with all the restrictions noted in the disclosure above, it owns either (1) an offsetting ("covered") position in securities, currencies, or other options, forward currency contracts or futures contracts or (2) cash, liquid assets and/or short-term debt securities with a value sufficient at all times to cover its potential obligations not covered as provided in (1) above. Each Fund will comply with SEC guidelines regarding cover for these instruments and, if the guidelines so require, set aside cash or liquid securities. To the extent that a futures contract, forward currency contract or option is deemed to be illiquid, the assets used to "cover" the Fund's obligation will also be treated as illiquid for purposes of determining the Fund's maximum allowable investment in illiquid securities.
Even though options purchased by the Funds do not expose the Funds to an obligation to another party, but rather provide the Funds with a right to exercise, the Funds intend to "cover" the cost of
any such exercise. To the extent that a purchased option is deemed illiquid, a Fund will treat the market value of the option (i.e., the amount at risk to the Fund) as illiquid, but will not treat the assets used as cover on such transactions as illiquid.
Assets used as cover cannot be sold while the position in the corresponding forward currency contract, futures contract or option is open, unless they are replaced with other appropriate assets. If a large portion of a Fund's assets is used for cover or otherwise set aside, it could affect portfolio management or the Fund's ability to meet redemption requests or other current obligations.
GENERAL RISKS OF OPTIONS, FUTURES AND CURRENCY STRATEGIES. The use by the Funds of options, futures contracts and forward currency contracts involves special considerations and risks, as described below. Risks pertaining to particular strategies are described in the sections that follow.
(1) Successful use of hedging transactions depends upon AIM's ability to correctly predict the direction of changes in the value of the applicable markets and securities, contracts and/or currencies. While AIM is experienced in the use of these instruments, there can be no assurance that any particular hedging strategy will succeed.
(2) There might be imperfect correlation, or even no correlation, between the price movements of an instrument (such as an option contract) and the price movements of the investments being hedged. For example, if a "protective put" is used to hedge a potential decline in a security and the security does decline in price, the put option's increased value may not completely offset the loss in the underlying security. Such a lack of correlation might occur due to factors unrelated to the value of the investments being hedged, such as changing interest rates, market liquidity, and speculative or other pressures on the markets in which the hedging instrument is traded.
(3) Hedging strategies, if successful, can reduce risk of loss by wholly or partially offsetting the negative effect of unfavorable price movements in the investments being hedged. However, hedging strategies can also reduce opportunity for gain by offsetting the positive effect of favorable price movements in the hedged investments.
(4) There is no assurance that a liquid secondary market will exist for any particular option, futures contract or option thereon or forward currency contract at any particular time.
(5) As described above, a Fund might be required to maintain assets as "cover," maintain segregated accounts or make margin payments when it takes positions in instruments involving obligations to third parties. If a Fund were unable to close out its positions in such instruments, it might be required to continue to maintain such assets or accounts or make such payments until the position expired or matured. The requirements might impair the Fund's ability to sell a portfolio security or make an investment at a time when it would otherwise be favorable to do so, or require that the Fund sell a portfolio security at a disadvantageous time.
(6) There is no assurance that a Fund will use hedging transactions. For example, if a Fund determines that the cost of hedging will exceed the potential benefit to the Fund, the Fund will not enter into such transaction.
Additional Securities or Investment Techniques
PARTICIPATION INTERESTS. Each Fund may purchase participations in corporate loans. Participation interests generally will be acquired from a commercial bank or other financial institution (a "Lender") or from other holders of a participation interest (a "Participant"). The purchase of a participation interest either from a Lender or a Participant will not result in any direct contractual relationship with the borrowing company (the "Borrower"). Instead, the Fund will be required to rely on the Lender or the Participant that sold the participation interest both for the enforcement of the Fund's rights against the Borrower and for the receipt and processing of payments due to the Fund under the loans. The Fund is thus subject to the credit risk of both the Borrower and a Participant. Participation interests are generally
subject to restrictions on resale. The Fund considers participation interests to be illiquid and therefore subject to the Fund's percentage limitation for investments in illiquid securities.
PRIVATIZATIONS. Each of the funds other than AIM Libra Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund may invest in privatizations. The governments of some foreign countries have been engaged in selling part or all of their stakes in government-owned or controlled enterprises ("privatizations"). AIM believes that privatizations may offer opportunities for significant capital appreciation and intends to invest assets of the Funds in privatizations in appropriate circumstances. In certain foreign countries, the ability of foreign entities such as the Funds to participate may be limited by local law, or the terms on which a Fund may be permitted to participate may be less advantageous than those for local investors. There can be no assurance that foreign governments will continue to sell companies currently owned or controlled by them or that privatization programs will be successful.
INDEXED COMMERCIAL PAPER. AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund may invest without limitation in commercial paper which is indexed to certain specific foreign currency exchange rates. The terms of such commercial paper provide that its principal amount is adjusted upwards or downwards (but not below zero) at maturity to reflect changes in the exchange rate between two currencies while the obligation is outstanding. The Fund will purchase such commercial paper with the currency in which it is denominated and, at maturity, will receive interest and principal payments thereon in that currency, but the amount of principal payable by the issuer at maturity will change in proportion to the change (if any) in the exchange rate between the two specified currencies between the date the instrument is issued and the date the instrument matures. While such commercial paper entails the risk of loss of principal, the potential for realizing gains as a result of changes in foreign currency exchange rates enables the funds to hedge against a decline in the U.S. dollar value of investments denominated in foreign currencies while seeking to provide an attractive money market rate of return. The Fund will not purchase such commercial paper for speculation.
SAMURAI AND YANKEE BONDS. Subject to its fundamental investment restrictions, AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund may invest in yen-denominated bonds sold in Japan by non-Japanese issuers ("Samurai bonds"), and may invest in dollar-denominated bonds sold in the United States by non-U.S. issuers ("Yankee bonds"). As compared with bonds issued in their countries of domicile, such bond issues normally carry a higher interest rate but are less actively traded. It is the policy of the Fund to invest in Samurai or Yankee bond issues only after taking into account considerations of quality and liquidity, as well as yield.
PREMIUM SECURITIES. AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund may invest in income securities bearing coupon rates higher than prevailing market rates. Such "premium" securities are typically purchased at prices greater than the principal amounts payable on maturity. The Fund will not amortize the premium paid for such securities in calculating its net investment income. As a result, in such cases the purchase of such securities provides the Fund a higher level of investment income distributable to shareholders on a current basis than if the Fund purchased securities bearing current market rates of interest. If securities purchased by the Fund at a premium are called or sold prior to maturity, the Fund will realize a loss to the extent the call or sale price is less than the purchase price. Additionally, the Fund will realize a loss if it holds such securities to maturity.
STRUCTURED INVESTMENTS. AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund may invest a portion of its assets in interests in entities organized and operated solely for the purpose of restructuring the investment characteristics of Sovereign Debt. This type of restructuring involves the deposit with or purchase by an entity, such as a corporation or trust, of specified instruments (such as commercial bank loans or Brady Bonds) and the issuance by that entity of one or more classes of securities ("Structured Investments") backed by, or representing interests in, the underlying instruments. The cash flow on the underlying instruments may be apportioned among the newly issued Structured Investments to create securities with different investment characteristics such as varying maturities, payment priorities and interest rate provisions, and the extent of the payments made with respect to Structured Investments is dependent on the extent of the cash flow on the underlying instruments.
Because Structured Investments of the type in which the Fund anticipates it will invest typically involve no credit enhancement, their credit risk generally will be equivalent to that of the underlying instruments.
AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund are permitted to invest in a class of Structured Investments that is either subordinated or not subordinated to the right of payment of another class. Subordinated Structured Investments typically have higher yields and present greater risks than unsubordinated Structured Investments.
Certain issuers of Structured Investments may be deemed to be "investment companies" as defined in the 1940 Act. As a result, AIM Developing Markets Fund's and AIM Strategic Income Fund's investment in these Structured Investments may be limited by the restrictions contained in the 1940 Act described below under "Investment Strategies and Risks - Other Investment Companies." Structured Investments are typically sold in private placement transactions, and there currently is no active trading market for Structured Investments.
STRIPPED INCOME SECURITIES. AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund may invest a portion of its assets in stripped income securities, which are obligations representing an interest in all or a portion of the income or principal components of an underlying or related security, a pool of securities or other assets. In the most extreme case, one class will receive all of the interest (the "interest only class" or the "IO class"), while the other class will receive all of the principal (the "principal-only class" or the "PO class"). The market values of stripped income securities tend to be more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than are conventional income securities.
FUND POLICIES
FUNDAMENTAL RESTRICTIONS. Each Fund is subject to the following investment restrictions, which may be changed only by a vote of such Fund's outstanding shares, except that AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund are not subject to restriction (1) and AIM Global Energy Fund, AIM Global Financial Services Fund, AIM Global Health Care Fund and AIM Global Science and Technology Fund are not subject to restriction (4). Fundamental restrictions may be changed only by a vote of the lesser of (i) 67% or more of the Fund's shares present at a meeting if the holders of more than 50% of the outstanding shares are present in person or represented by proxy, or (ii) more than 50% of the Fund's outstanding shares. Any investment restriction that involves a maximum or minimum percentage of securities or assets (other than with respect to borrowing) shall not be considered to be violated unless an excess over or a deficiency under the percentage occurs immediately after, and is caused by, an acquisition or disposition of securities or utilization of assets by the Fund.
(1) The Fund is a "diversified company" as defined in the 1940 Act. The Fund will not purchase the securities of any issuer if, as a result, the Fund would fail to be a diversified company within the meaning of the 1940 Act, and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, as such statute, rules and regulations are amended from time to time or are interpreted from time to time by the SEC staff (collectively, the "1940 Act Laws and Interpretations") or except to the extent that the Fund may be permitted to do so by exemptive order or similar relief (collectively, with the 1940 Act Laws and Interpretations, the "1940 Act Laws, Interpretations and Exemptions"). In complying with this restriction, however, the Fund may purchase securities of other investment companies to the extent permitted by the 1940 Act Laws, Interpretations and Exemptions.
(2) The Fund may not borrow money or issue senior securities, except as permitted by the 1940 Act Laws, Interpretations and Exemptions.
(3) The Fund may not underwrite the securities of other issuers. This restriction does not prevent the Fund from engaging in transactions involving the acquisition, disposition or resale of its portfolio securities, regardless of whether the Fund may be considered to be an underwriter under the 1933 Act.
(4) The Fund will not make investments that will result in the concentration (as that term may be defined or interpreted by the 1940 Act Laws, Interpretations and Exemptions) of its investments in the securities of issuers primarily engaged in the same industry. This restriction does not limit the Fund's investments in (i) obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government, its agencies or instrumentalities, or (ii) tax-exempt obligations issued by governments or political subdivisions of governments. In complying with this restriction, the Fund will not consider a bank-issued guaranty or financial guaranty insurance as a separate security.
(5) The Fund may not purchase real estate or sell real estate unless acquired as a result of ownership of securities or other instruments. This restriction does not prevent the Fund from investing in issuers that invest, deal, or otherwise engage in transactions in real estate or interests therein, or investing in securities that are secured by real estate or interests therein.
(6) The Fund may not purchase physical commodities or sell physical commodities unless acquired as a result of ownership of securities or other instruments. This restriction does not prevent the Fund from engaging in transactions involving futures contracts and options thereon or investing in securities that are secured by physical commodities.
(7) The Fund may not make personal loans or loans of its assets to persons who control or are under common control with the Fund, except to the extent permitted by 1940 Act Laws, Interpretations and Exemptions. This restriction does not prevent the Fund from, among other things, purchasing debt obligations, entering into repurchase agreements, loaning its assets to broker-dealers or institutional investors, or investing in loans, including assignments and participation interests.
(8) The Fund may, notwithstanding any other fundamental investment policy or limitation, invest all of its assets in the securities of a single open-end management investment company with substantially the same fundamental investment objectives, policies and restrictions as the Fund.
AIM Global Energy Fund, AIM Global Financial Services Fund, AIM Global Health Care Fund and AIM Global Science and Technology Fund will each concentrate (as such term may be defined or interpreted by the 1940 Act Laws, Interpretations and Exemptions) its investments.
AIM Global Energy Fund will concentrate its investments in the securities of domestic and foreign issuers in the energy sector.
AIM Global Financial Services Fund will concentrate its investments in the securities of domestic and foreign financial services companies.
AIM Global Health Care Fund will concentrate its investments in the securities of domestic and foreign issuers in the health care industry.
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund will concentrate its investments in the securities of domestic and foreign issuers in the science and technology industries.
The investment restrictions set forth above provide each of the Funds with the ability to operate under new interpretations of the 1940 Act or pursuant to exemptive relief from the SEC without receiving prior shareholder approval of the change. Even though each of the Funds has this flexibility, the Board of Trustees has adopted non-fundamental restrictions for each of the Funds relating to certain of these restrictions which AIM and AIM Developing Markets Fund's sub-advisor must follow in managing the Funds. Any changes to these non-fundamental restrictions, which are set forth below, require the approval of the Board of Trustees.
NON-FUNDAMENTAL RESTRICTIONS. The following non-fundamental investment restrictions apply to each of the Funds, except that AIM Developing Markets Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund are not subject to restriction (1) and AIM Global Energy Fund, AIM Global Financial Services Fund, AIM Global
Health Care Fund and AIM Global Science and Technology Fund are not subject to restriction (3). They may be changed for any Fund without approval of that Fund's voting securities.
(1) In complying with the fundamental restriction regarding issuer diversification, the Fund will not, with respect to 75% of its total assets, purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or any of its agencies or instrumentalities), if, as a result, (i) more than 5% of the Fund's total assets would be invested in the securities of that issuer, or (ii) the Fund would hold more than 10% of the outstanding voting securities of that issuer. The Fund may (i) purchase securities of other investment companies as permitted by Section 12(d)(1) of the 1940 Act and (ii) invest its assets in securities of other money market funds and lend money to other investment companies or their series portfolios that have AIM or an affiliate of AIM as an investment advisor (an "AIM Advised Fund"), subject to the terms and conditions of any exemptive orders issued by the SEC.
(2) In complying with the fundamental restriction regarding borrowing money and issuing senior securities, the Fund may borrow money in an amount not exceeding 33 1/3% of its total assets (including the amount borrowed) less liabilities (other than borrowings). The Fund may borrow from banks, broker-dealers or an AIM Advised Fund. The Fund may not borrow for leveraging, but may borrow for temporary or emergency purposes, in anticipation of or in response to adverse market conditions, or for cash management purposes. The Fund may not purchase additional securities when any borrowings from banks exceed 5% of the Fund's total assets or when any borrowings from an AIM Advised Fund are outstanding.
(3) In complying with the fundamental restriction regarding industry concentration, the Fund may invest up to 25% of its total assets in the securities of issuers whose principal business activities are in the same industry.
(4) In complying with the fundamental restriction with regard to making loans, the Fund may lend up to 33 1/3% of its total assets and may lend money to an AIM Advised Fund, on such terms and conditions as the SEC may require in an exemptive order.
(5) Notwithstanding the fundamental restriction with regard to investing all assets in an open-end fund, the Fund may not invest all of its assets in the securities of a single open-end management investment company with the same fundamental investment objectives, policies and restrictions as the Fund.
(6) Notwithstanding the fundamental restriction with regard to engaging in transactions involving futures contracts and options thereon or investing in securities that are secured by physical commodities, the Fund currently may not invest in any security (including futures contracts or options thereon) that is secured by physical commodities.
ADDITIONAL NON-FUNDAMENTAL POLICIES. As non-fundamental policies:
(1) AIM Developing Markets Fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of companies that are in developing markets countries. For purposes of the foregoing sentence, "assets" means net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes. The Fund will provide written notice to its shareholders prior to any change to this policy, as required by the 1940 Act Laws, Interpretations and Exemptions.
(2) AIM Global Energy Fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of energy sector companies. For purposes of the foregoing sentence, "assets" means net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes. The Fund will provide written notice to its shareholders prior to any change to this policy, as required by the 1940 Act Laws, Interpretations and Exemptions.
(3) AIM Global Financial Services Fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of financial services companies. For purposes of the foregoing sentence, "assets" means net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes. The Fund will provide written notice to its
shareholders prior to any change to this policy, as required by the 1940 Act Laws, Interpretations and Exemptions.
(4) AIM Global Health Care Fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of health care industry companies. For purposes of the foregoing sentence, "assets" means net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes. The Fund will provide written notice to its shareholders prior to any change to this policy, as required by the 1940 Act Laws, Interpretations and Exemptions.
(5) AIM Global Science and Technology Fund normally invests at least 80% of its assets in securities of science and technology industry companies. For purposes of the foregoing sentence, "assets" means net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes. The Fund will provide written notice to its shareholders prior to any change to this policy, as required by the 1940 Act Laws, Interpretations and Exemptions.
CONCENTRATION OF INVESTMENTS
For purposes of the AIM Global Energy Fund's fundamental investment restriction regarding industry concentration, a company will be considered in the energy sector if (1) at least 50% of its gross income or its net sales come from activities in the energy sector; (2) at least 50% of its assets are devoted to producing revenues from the energy sector; or (3) based on other available information, AIM determines that its primary business is within the energy sector.
For purposes of AIM Global Financial Services Fund's fundamental investment restriction regarding industry concentration, financial services companies include those that provide, and derive at least 40% of their revenues from, financial services (such as commercial banks, insurance companies, investment management companies, trust companies, savings banks, insurance brokerages, securities brokerages, investment banks, leasing companies, and real estate-related companies).
For purposes of AIM Global Health Care Fund's fundamental investment restriction regarding industry concentration, a company will be considered a health care company if (1) at least 50% of its gross income or its net sales are derived from activities in the health care industry; (2) at least 50% of its assets are devoted to producing revenues from the health care industry; or (3) based on other available information, AIM determines that its primary business is within the health care industry.
For purposes of AIM Global Science and Technology Fund's fundamental investment restriction regarding industry concentration, a company will be considered in the science industry or the technology industry if (1) at least 50% of its gross income or its net sales are derived from activities in that industry; (2) at least 50% of its assets are devoted to producing revenues from that industry; or (3) based on other available information, AIM determines that its primary business is within either industry.
TEMPORARY DEFENSIVE POSITIONS
In anticipation of or in response to adverse market or other conditions, or atypical circumstances such as unusually large cash inflows or redemptions, the Funds may temporarily hold all or a portion of their assets in cash, cash equivalents or high-quality debt instruments. Each of the Funds may also invest up to 25% of its total assets in Affiliated Money Market Funds for these purposes.
PORTFOLIO TURNOVER
Over the last two fiscal years, AIM Strategic Income Fund has experienced a significant variation in portfolio turnover due to a rebalancing of the portfolio holdings.
MANAGEMENT OF THE TRUST
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The overall management of the business and affairs of the Funds and the Trust is vested in the Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees approves all significant agreements between the Trust, on behalf of one or more of the Funds, and persons or companies furnishing services to the Funds. The day-to-day operations of each Fund are delegated to the officers of the Trust and to AIM, subject always to the objective(s), restrictions and policies of the applicable Fund and to the general supervision of the Board of Trustees. Certain trustees and officers of the Trust are affiliated with AIM and A I M Management Group Inc. ("AIM Management"), the parent corporation of AIM. All of the Trust's executive officers hold similar offices with some or all of the other AIM Funds.
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION
The trustees and officers of the Trust, their principal occupations during at least the last five years and certain other information concerning them are set forth in Appendix B.
The standing committees of the Board of Trustees are the Audit Committee, the Investments Committee, the Valuation Committee and the Committee on Directors/Trustees.
The members of the Audit Committee are Frank S. Bayley, Bruce L. Crockett, Albert R. Dowden (Vice Chair), Edward K. Dunn, Jr. (Chair), Jack M. Fields, Lewis F. Pennock and Louis S. Sklar, Dr. Prema Mathai-Davis and Ruth H. Quigley. The Audit Committee is responsible for: (i) the appointment, compensation and oversight of any independent auditors employed by each Fund (including resolution of disagreements between Fund management and the auditor regarding financial reporting) for the purpose of preparing or issuing an audit report or related work; (ii) overseeing the financial reporting process by each Fund; (iii) monitoring the process and the resulting financial statements prepared by Fund management to promote accuracy of financial reporting and asset valuation; and (iv) pre-approving permissible non-audit services that are provided to each Fund by its independent auditors. During the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the Audit Committee held six meetings.
The members of the Investments Committee are Messrs. Bayley, Crockett, Dowden, Dunn, Fields, Carl Frischling, Pennock and Sklar (Chair), Dr. Mathai-Davis (Vice Chair) and Miss Quigley. The Investments Committee is responsible for: (i) overseeing AIM's investment-related compliance systems and procedures to ensure their continued adequacy; and (ii) considering and acting, on an interim basis between meetings of the full Board, on investment-related matters requiring Board consideration, including dividends and distributions, brokerage policies and pricing matters. During the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the Investments Committee held four meetings.
The members of the Valuation Committee are Messrs. Dunn and Pennock
(Chair), and Miss Quigley (Vice Chair). The Valuation Committee is responsible
for: (i) periodically reviewing AIM's Procedures for Valuing Securities
("Procedures"), and making any recommendations to AIM with respect thereto; (ii)
reviewing proposed changes to the Procedures recommended by AIM from time to
time; (iii) periodically reviewing information provided by AIM regarding
industry developments in connection with valuation; (iv) periodically reviewing
information from AIM regarding fair value and liquidity determinations made
pursuant to the Procedures, and making recommendations to the full Board in
connection therewith (whether such information is provided only to the Committee
or to the Committee and the full Board simultaneously); and (v) if requested by
AIM, assisting AIM's internal valuation committee and/or the full Board in
resolving particular valuation anomalies. During the fiscal year ended October
31, 2002, the Valuation Committee held one meeting.
The members of the Committee on Directors/Trustees are Messrs. Bayley, Crockett (Chair), Dowden, Dunn, Fields (Vice Chair), Pennock and Sklar, Dr. Mathai-Davis and Miss Quigley. The Committee on Directors/Trustees is responsible for: (i) nominating persons who are not interested persons of the Fund for election or appointment (a) as additions to the Board, (b) to fill vacancies which,
from time to time, may occur in the Board and (c) for election by shareholders of the Fund at meetings called for the election of trustees; (ii) nominating persons who are not interested persons of the Fund for selection as, members of each committee of the Board, including without limitation, the Audit Committee, the Committee on Directors/Trustees, the Investments Committee and the Valuation Committee, and to nominate persons for selection as chair and vice chair of each such committee; (iii) reviewing from time to time the compensation payable to the independent trustees and making recommendations to the Board recording compensation; (iv) reviewing and evaluating from time to time the functioning of the Board and the various committees of the Board; (v) selecting independent legal counsel to the independent trustees and approving the compensation paid to independent legal counsel; and (vi) approving the compensation paid to independent counsel and other advisers, if any, to the Audit Committee of the Fund. During the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the Committee on Directors/Trustees held five meetings.
The Committee on Directors/Trustees will consider nominees recommended
by a shareholder to serve as trustees, provided: (i) that such person is a
shareholder of record at the time he or she submits such names and is entitled
to vote at the meeting of shareholders at which trustees will be elected; and
(ii) that the Committee on Directors/Trustees or the Board, as applicable, shall
make the final determination of persons to be nominated.
Trustee Ownership of Fund Shares
The dollar range of equity securities beneficially owned by each trustee (i) in the Funds and (ii) on an aggregate basis, in all registered investment companies overseen by the trustee within the AIM Funds complex is set forth in Appendix B.
Factors Considered in Approving the Investment Advisory Agreement
The advisory agreement with AIM was re-approved for each Fund, other than AIM Libra Fund, by the Trust's Board at a meeting held on May 14-15, 2002, and was initially approved for AIM Libra Fund by the Trust's Board at a meeting held on September 26-27, 2002. In evaluating the fairness and reasonableness of the advisory agreement, the Board considered a variety of factors for each Fund, including: the requirements of each Fund for investment supervisory and administrative services; the quality of AIM's services, including a review of each Fund's investment performance and AIM's investment personnel; the size of the fees in relationship to the extent and quality of the investment advisory services rendered; fees charged to AIM's other clients; fees charged by competitive investment advisors; the size of the fees in light of services provided other than investment advisory services; the expenses borne by each Fund as a percentage of its assets and relationship to contractual limitations; any fee waivers (or payments of Fund expenses) by AIM; AIM's profitability; the benefits received by AIM from its relationship to each Fund, including soft dollar arrangements, and the extent to which each Fund shares in those benefits; the organizational capabilities and financial condition of AIM and conditions and trends prevailing in the economy, the securities markets and the mutual fund industry; and the historical relationship between each Fund and AIM.
In considering the above factors, the Board also took into account the fact that uninvested cash and cash collateral from securities lending arrangements (collectively, "cash balances") of each Fund may be invested in money market funds advised by AIM pursuant to the terms of an exemptive order. The Board found that each Fund may realize certain benefits upon investing cash balances in AIM advised money market funds, including a higher net return, increased liquidity, increased diversification or decreased transaction costs. The Board also found that each Fund will not receive reduced services if it invests its cash balances in such money market funds. The Board further determined that the proposed securities lending program and related procedures with respect to each of the lending Funds is in the best interests of each lending Fund and their respective shareholders. The Board therefore concluded that the investment of cash collateral received in connection with the securities lending program in the money market funds according to the procedures is in the best interests of each lending Fund and its respective shareholders.
After consideration of these factors, the Board found that: (i) the services provided to each Fund and its shareholders were adequate; (ii) the agreements were fair and reasonable under the circumstances; and (iii) the fees payable under the agreements would have been obtained through arm's length negotiations. The Board therefore concluded that each Fund's advisory agreement was in the best interests of such Fund and its shareholders and continued the agreement for an additional year.
COMPENSATION
Each trustee who is not affiliated with AIM is compensated for his or her services according to a fee schedule which recognizes the fact that such trustee also serves as a director or trustee of other AIM Funds. Each such trustee receives a fee, allocated among the AIM Funds for which he or she serves as a director or trustee, which consists of an annual retainer component and a meeting fee component.
Information regarding compensation paid or accrued for each trustee of the Trust who was not affiliated with AIM during the year ended December 31, 2002 is found in Appendix C.
Retirement Plan For Trustees
The trustees have adopted a retirement plan for the trustees of the Trust who are not affiliated with AIM. The retirement plan includes a retirement policy as well as retirement benefits for the non-AIM-affiliated trustees.
The retirement policy permits each non-AIM-affiliated trustee to serve until December 31 of the year in which the trustee turns 72. A majority of the Trustees may extend from time to time the retirement date of a trustee.
Annual retirement benefits are available to each non-AIM-affiliated
trustee of the Trust and/or the other AIM Funds (each, a "Covered Fund") who has
at least five years of credited service as a trustee (including service to a
predecessor fund) for a Covered Fund. The retirement benefits will equal 75% of
the trustee's annual retainer paid or accrued by any Covered Fund to such
trustee during the twelve-month period prior to retirement, including the amount
of any retainer deferred under a separate deferred compensation agreement
between the Covered Fund and the trustee. The annual retirement benefits are
payable in quarterly installments for a number of years equal to the lesser of
(i) ten or (ii) the number of such trustee's credited years of service. A death
benefit is also available under the plan that provides a surviving spouse with a
quarterly installment of 50% of a deceased trustee's retirement benefits for the
same length of time that the trustee would have received based on his or her
service. A trustee must have attained the age of 65 (55 in the event of death or
disability) to receive any retirement benefit.
Deferred Compensation Agreements
Messrs. Dunn, Fields, Frischling and Sklar and Dr. Mathai-Davis (for purposes of this paragraph only, the "Deferring Trustees") have each executed a Deferred Compensation Agreement (collectively, the "Compensation Agreements"). Pursuant to the Compensation Agreements, the Deferring Trustees have the option to elect to defer receipt of up to 100% of their compensation payable by the Trust, and such amounts are placed into a deferral account. Currently, the Deferring Trustees have the option to select various AIM Funds in which all or part of their deferral accounts shall be deemed to be invested. Distributions from the Deferring Trustees' deferral accounts will be paid in cash, generally in equal quarterly installments over a period of up to ten (10) years (depending on the Compensation Agreement) beginning on the date selected under the Compensation Agreement. The Trust's Board of Trustees, in its sole discretion, may accelerate or extend the distribution of such deferral accounts after the Deferring Trustee's retirement benefits commence under the Plan. The Board, in its sole discretion, also may accelerate or extend the distribution of such deferral accounts after the Deferring Trustee's termination of service as a trustee of the Trust. If a Deferring Trustee dies prior to the distribution of amounts in his or her deferral account, the balance of the deferral account will be distributed to his or her designated
beneficiary. The Compensation Agreements are not funded and, with respect to the payments of amounts held in the deferral accounts, the Deferring Trustees have the status of unsecured creditors of the Trust and of each other AIM Fund from which they are deferring compensation.
Purchase of Class A Shares of the Funds at Net Asset Value
The trustees and other affiliated persons of the Trust may purchase Class A shares of the Funds without paying an initial sales charge. A I M Distributors, Inc. ("AIM Distributors") permits such purchases because there is a reduced sales effort involved in sales to such purchasers, thereby resulting in relatively low expenses of distribution. For a complete description of the persons who will not pay an initial sales charge on purchases of Class A shares of the Funds, see "Purchase, Redemption and Pricing of Shares - Purchase and Redemption of Shares - Purchases of Class A Shares and AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund - Purchases of Class A Shares at Net Asset Value."
CODES OF ETHICS
AIM, the Trust, AIM Distributors and INVESCO Asset Management Limited (the sub-advisor to AIM Developing Markets Fund) have each adopted a Code of Ethics governing, as applicable, personal trading activities of all directors/trustees, officers of the Trust, persons who, in connection with their regular functions, play a role in the recommendation of any purchase or sale of a security by any of the Funds or obtain information pertaining to such purchase or sale, and certain other employees. The Codes of Ethics are intended to prohibit conflicts of interest with the Trust that may arise from personal trading. Personal trading, including personal trading involving securities that may be purchased or held by a Fund, is permitted by persons covered under the relevant Codes subject to certain restrictions; however those persons are generally required to pre-clear all security transactions with the Compliance Officer or his designee and to report all transactions on a regular basis.
CONTROL PERSONS AND PRINCIPAL HOLDERS OF SECURITIES
Information about the ownership of each class of each Fund's shares by beneficial or record owners of such Fund and by trustees and officers as a group is found in Appendix D. A shareholder who owns beneficially 25% or more of the outstanding shares of a Fund is presumed to "control" that Fund.
INVESTMENT ADVISORY AND OTHER SERVICES
INVESTMENT ADVISOR
AIM, the Funds' investment advisor, was organized in 1976, and along with its subsidiaries, manages or advises over 190 investment portfolios encompassing a broad range of investment objectives. AIM is a direct, wholly owned subsidiary of AIM Management, a holding company that has been engaged in the financial services business since 1976. AIM Management is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of AMVESCAP PLC. AMVESCAP PLC and its subsidiaries are an independent global investment management group. Certain of the directors and officers of AIM are also executive officers of the Trust and their affiliations are shown under "Management Information" herein.
As investment advisor, AIM supervises all aspects of the Funds' operations and provides investment advisory services to the Funds. AIM obtains and evaluates economic, statistical and financial information to formulate and implement investment programs for the Funds. The Investment Advisory Agreement provides that, in fulfilling its responsibilities, AIM may engage the services of other investment managers with respect to one or more of the Funds. The investment advisory services of AIM and the investment sub-advisory services of the sub-advisor(s) to the Funds are not exclusive and AIM and the sub-advisor(s) are free to render investment advisory services to others, including other investment companies.
AIM is also responsible for furnishing to the Funds, at AIM's expense, the services of persons believed to be competent to perform all supervisory and administrative services required by the Funds, in the judgment of the trustees, to conduct their respective businesses effectively, as well as the offices, equipment and other facilities necessary for their operations. Such functions include the maintenance of each Fund's accounts and records, and the preparation of all requisite corporate documents such as tax returns and reports to the SEC and shareholders.
The Master Investment Advisory Agreement provides that each Fund will pay or cause to be paid all expenses of such Fund not assumed by AIM, including, without limitation: brokerage commissions, taxes, legal, auditing or governmental fees, the cost of preparing share certificates, custodian, transfer and shareholder service agent costs, expenses of issue, sale, redemption, and repurchase of shares, expenses of registering and qualifying shares for sale, expenses relating to trustees and shareholder meetings, the cost of preparing and distributing reports and notices to shareholders, the fees and other expenses incurred by the Trust on behalf of each Fund in connection with membership in investment company organizations, and the cost of printing copies of prospectuses and statements of additional information distributed to the Funds' shareholders.
AIM, at its own expense, furnishes to the Trust office space and facilities. AIM furnishes to the Trust all personnel for managing the affairs of the Trust and each of its series of shares.
Pursuant to its advisory agreement with the Trust, AIM receives a monthly fee from each Fund calculated at the following annual rates, based on the average daily net assets of each Fund during the year:
FUND NAME NET ASSETS ANNUAL RATE
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AIM Developing Markets Fund First $500 million 0.975%
AIM Global Energy Fund Next $500 million 0.95%
AIM Global Financial Services Fund Next $500 million 0.925%
AIM Global Health Care Fund On amounts thereafter 0.90%
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund
AIM Libra Fund First $1 billion 0.85%
On amounts thereafter 0.80%
AIM Strategic Income Fund First $500 million 0.725%
Next $500 million 0.70%
Next $500 million 0.675%
On amounts thereafter 0.65%
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AIM may from time to time waive or reduce its fee. Voluntary fee waivers or reductions may be rescinded at any time without further notice to investors. During periods of voluntary fee waivers or reductions, AIM will retain its ability to be reimbursed for such fee prior to the end of each fiscal year. Contractual fee waivers or reductions set forth in the Fee Table in a Prospectus may not be terminated or amended to the Funds' detriment during the period stated in the agreement between AIM and the Fund.
AIM has voluntarily agreed, effective July 1, 2002, to waive a portion of advisory fees payable by each Fund. The amount of the waiver will equal 25% of the advisory fee AIM receives from the Affiliated Money Market Funds as a result of each Fund's investment of uninvested cash in an Affiliated Money
Market Fund. See "Investment Strategies and Risks - Other Investments - Other Investment Companies."
AIM has contractually agreed, effective July 1, 2002 through June 30, 2003, to limit total annual fund operating expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividends on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) on (1) AIM Global Energy Fund's and AIM Global Science and Technology Fund's Class A, Class B and Class C shares to 2.00%, 2.50% and 2.50%, respectively, and (2) on AIM Developing Markets Fund's Class A, Class B and Class C shares to the extent necessary to limit the total operating expenses on Class A shares to 2.00% (e.g., if AIM waives 0.10% of Class A expenses, AIM will also waive 0.10% of Class B and Class C expenses). AIM has contractually agreed to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividends on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) on AIM Strategic Income Fund's Class A, Class B and Class C shares to the extent necessary to limit the total operating expenses of Class A shares to 1.50% (e.g., if AIM waives 0.06% of Class A expenses, AIM will also waive 0.06% of Class B and Class C expenses). Such contractual fee waivers or reductions are set forth in the Fee Table to each Fund's Prospectus and may not be terminated or amended to the Funds' detriment during the period stated in the agreement between AIM and the Fund.
INVESTMENT SUB-ADVISOR
AIM has entered into a Master Sub-Advisory contract with INVESCO Asset Management Limited ("Sub-Advisor") to provide investment sub-advisory services to AIM Developing Markets Fund.
The Sub-Advisor is registered as an investment advisor under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended (the "Advisers Act").
The Sub-Advisor, 30 Finsbury Square, London, EC2A 1AG, England, has provided investment management and/or administrative services to pension funds, insurance funds, index funds, unit trusts, offshore funds and a variety of institutional accounts since 1967.
AIM and the Sub-Advisor are indirect wholly owned subsidiaries of
AMVESCAP PLC (formerly, AMVESCO PLC and INVESCO PLC).
For the services to be rendered by the Sub-Advisor under its Master Sub-Advisory Contract, AIM will pay to the Sub-Advisor a fee which will be computed daily and paid as of the last day of each month on the basis of the Fund's daily net asset value, using for each daily calculation the most recently determined net asset value of the Fund. (See "Computation of Net Asset Value.") On an annual basis, the sub-advisory fee is equal to 40% AIM's compensation of the sub-advised assets per year, for AIM Developing Markets Fund.
The management fees payable by each Fund, the amounts waived by AIM and the net fees paid by each Fund for the last three fiscal years ended October 31 are found in Appendix E.
SECURITIES LENDING ARRANGEMENTS. If a Fund engages in securities lending, AIM will provide the Fund investment advisory services and related administrative services. The advisory agreement describes the administrative services to be rendered by AIM if a Fund engages in securities lending activities, as well as the compensation AIM may receive for such administrative services. Services to be provided include: (a) overseeing participation in the securities lending program to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory and investment guidelines; (b) assisting the securities lending agent or principal (the agent) in determining which specific securities are available for loan; (c) monitoring the agent to ensure that securities loans are effected in accordance with AIM's instructions and with procedures adopted by the Board; (d) preparing appropriate periodic reports for, and seeking appropriate approvals from, the Board with respect to securities lending activities; (e) responding to agent inquiries; and (f) performing such other duties as may be necessary.
AIM's compensation for advisory services rendered in connection with securities lending is included in the advisory fee schedule. As compensation for the related administrative services AIM will provide, a lending Fund will pay AIM a fee equal to 25% of the net monthly interest or fee income retained or paid to the Fund from such activities. AIM currently intends to waive such fee, and has agreed to seek Board approval prior to its receipt of all or a portion of such fee.
SERVICE AGREEMENTS
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT. AIM and the Trust have entered into a Master Administrative Services Agreement ("Administrative Services Agreement") pursuant to which AIM may perform or arrange for the provision of certain accounting and other administrative services to each Fund which are not required to be performed by AIM under the advisory agreement. The Administrative Services Agreement provides that it will remain in effect and continue from year to year only if such continuance is specifically approved at least annually by the Trust's Board of Trustees, including the independent trustees, by votes cast in person at a meeting called for such purpose. Under the Administrative Services Agreement, AIM is entitled to receive from the Funds reimbursement of its costs or such reasonable compensation as may be approved by the Board of Trustees. Currently, AIM is reimbursed for the services of the Trust's principal financial officer and her staff, and any expenses related to fund accounting services.
Administrative services fees paid to AIM by each Fund for the last three fiscal years ended October 31 are found in Appendix F.
OTHER SERVICE PROVIDERS
TRANSFER AGENT. A I M Fund Services, Inc. ("AFS"), 11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77046, a registered transfer agent and wholly owned subsidiary of AIM, acts as transfer and dividend disbursing agent for the Funds.
The Transfer Agency and Service Agreement between the Trust and AFS provides that AFS will perform certain shareholder services for the Funds. The Transfer Agency and Service Agreement provides that AFS will receive a per account fee plus out-of-pocket expenses to process orders for purchases, redemptions and exchanges of shares; prepare and transmit payments for dividends and distributions declared by the Funds; maintain shareholder accounts and provide shareholders with information regarding the Funds and their accounts. AFS may impose certain copying charges for requests for copies of shareholder account statements and other historical account information older than the current year and the immediately preceding year.
In addition, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated ("MLPF&S"), 800 Scudders Mill Road, Plainsboro, New Jersey 08536 has entered into an agreement with the Trust (and certain other AIM Funds), PFPC Inc. (formerly known as First Data Investor Service Group) and Financial Data Services, Inc., pursuant to which MLPF&S is paid a per account fee to perform certain shareholder sub-accounting services for its customers who beneficially own shares of the Fund(s).
Primerica Shareholder Services, Inc. ("PSS"), 3120 Breckinridge Boulevard, Duluth, Georgia 30099-0001 has also entered into an agreement with the Trust (and certain other AIM Funds) and AFS pursuant to which PSS is paid a per account fee to perform certain shareholder sub-accounting services for its customers who beneficially own shares of the Fund(s).
CUSTODIAN. State Street Bank and Trust Company (the "Custodian"), 225 Franklin Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110, is custodian of all securities and cash of the Funds. Chase Bank of Texas, N.A., 712 Main, Houston, Texas 77002, serves as sub-custodian for retail purchases. The Bank of New York, 100 Church Street, New York, New York 10286, also serves as sub-custodian to facilitate cash management.
The Custodian is authorized to establish separate accounts in foreign countries and to cause foreign securities owned by the Funds to be held outside the United States in branches of U.S. banks and, to the extent permitted by applicable regulations, in certain foreign banks and securities depositories. AIM is responsible for selecting eligible foreign securities depositories and for assessing the risks associated with investing in foreign countries, including the risk of using eligible foreign securities depositories in a country; the Custodian is responsible for monitoring eligible foreign securities depositories.
Under its contract with the Trust, the Custodian maintains the portfolio securities of the Funds, administers the purchases and sales of portfolio securities, collects interest and dividends and other distributions made on the securities held in the portfolios of the Funds and performs other ministerial duties. These services do not include any supervisory function over management or provide any protection against any possible depreciation of assets.
AUDITORS. The Funds' independent public accountants are responsible for auditing the financial statements of the Funds. The Board of Trustees has selected PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, 1201 Louisiana, Suite 2900, Houston, Texas 77002, as the independent public accountants to audit the financial statements of the Funds.
COUNSEL TO THE TRUST. Legal matters for the Trust have been passed upon by Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll, LLP, 1735 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103.
BROKERAGE ALLOCATION AND OTHER PRACTICES
The Sub-Advisor has adopted compliance procedures that cover, among other items, brokerage allocation and other trading practices. Unless specifically noted, the Sub-Advisor's procedures do not materially differ from AIM's procedures (except for "Allocation of Initial Public Offering Transactions") as set forth below.
BROKERAGE TRANSACTIONS
AIM makes decisions to buy and sell securities for each Fund, selects broker-dealers, effects the Funds' investment portfolio transactions, allocates brokerage fees in such transactions and, where applicable, negotiates commissions and spreads on transactions. AIM's primary consideration in effecting a security transaction is to obtain the most favorable execution of the order, which includes the best price on the security and a low commission rate. While AIM seeks reasonably competitive commission rates, the Funds may not pay the lowest commission or spread available. See "Brokerage Selection" below.
Some of the securities in which the Funds invest are traded in over-the-counter markets. Portfolio transactions placed in such markets may be effected at either net prices without commissions, but which include compensation to the broker-dealer in the form of a mark up or mark down, or on an agency basis, which involves the payment of negotiated brokerage commissions.
Traditionally, commission rates have not been negotiated on stock markets outside the United States. Although in recent years many overseas stock markets have adopted a system of negotiated rates, a number of markets maintain an established schedule of minimum commission rates.
Brokerage commissions paid by each of the Funds during the last three fiscal years ended October 31 are found in Appendix G.
COMMISSIONS
During the last three fiscal years ended October 31 none of the Funds paid brokerage commissions to brokers affiliated with the Funds, AIM, AIM Distributors, or any affiliates of such entities.
The Funds may engage in certain principal and agency transactions with banks and their affiliates that own 5% or more of the outstanding voting securities of an AIM Fund, provided the conditions of an exemptive order received by the AIM Funds from the SEC are met. In addition, a Fund may purchase or sell a security from or to another AIM Fund or account (and may invest in Affiliated Money Market Funds) provided the Funds follow procedures adopted by the Boards of Directors/Trustees of the various AIM Funds, including the Trust. These inter-fund transactions do not generate brokerage commissions but may result in custodial fees or taxes or other related expenses.
BROKERAGE SELECTION
Section 28(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 provides that AIM, under certain circumstances, lawfully may cause an account to pay a higher commission than the lowest available. Under Section 28(e)(1), AIM must make a good faith determination that the commissions paid are "reasonable in relation to the value of the brokerage and research services provided ... viewed in terms of either that particular transaction or [AIM's] overall responsibilities with respect to the accounts as to which [it] exercises investment discretion." The services provided by the broker also must lawfully and appropriately assist AIM in the performance of its investment decision-making responsibilities. Accordingly, in recognition of research services provided to it, a Fund may pay a broker higher commissions than those available from another broker.
Research services received from broker-dealers supplement AIM's own research (and the research of its affiliates), and may include the following types of information: statistical and background information on the U.S. and foreign economies, industry groups and individual companies; forecasts and interpretations with respect to the U.S. and foreign economies, securities, markets, specific industry groups and individual companies; information on federal, state, local and foreign political developments; portfolio management strategies; performance information on securities, indexes and investment accounts; information concerning prices of securities; and information supplied by specialized services to AIM and to the Trust's trustees with respect to the performance, investment activities, and fees and expenses of other mutual funds. Broker-dealers may communicate such information electronically, orally, in written form or on computer software. Research services may also include the providing of electronic communications of trade information, the providing of custody services, as well as the providing of equipment used to communicate research information, and the providing of specialized consultations with AIM personnel with respect to computerized systems and data furnished to AIM as a component of other research services, the arranging of meetings with management of companies, and the providing of access to consultants who supply research information.
The outside research assistance is useful to AIM since the broker-dealers used by AIM tend to follow a broader universe of securities and other matters than AIM's staff can follow. In addition, the research provides AIM with a diverse perspective on financial markets. Research services provided to AIM by broker-dealers are available for the benefit of all accounts managed or advised by AIM or by its affiliates. Some broker-dealers may indicate that the provision of research services is dependent upon the generation of certain specified levels of commissions and underwriting concessions by AIM's clients, including the Funds. However, the Funds are not under any obligation to deal with any broker-dealer in the execution of transactions in portfolio securities.
In some cases, the research services are available only from the broker-dealer providing them. In other cases, the research services may be obtainable from alternative sources in return for cash payments. AIM believes that the research services are beneficial in supplementing AIM's research and analysis and that they improve the quality of AIM's investment advice. The advisory fee paid by the Funds is not reduced because AIM receives such services. However, to the extent that AIM would have
purchased research services had they not been provided by broker-dealers, the expenses to AIM could be considered to have been reduced accordingly.
AIM may determine target levels of commission business with various brokers on behalf of its clients (including the Funds) over a certain time period. The target levels will be based upon the following factors, among others: (1) the execution services provided by the broker; (2) the research services provided by the broker; and (3) the broker's interest in mutual funds in general and in the Funds and other mutual funds advised by AIM or A I M Capital Management, Inc. (collectively, the "AIM Funds") in particular, including sales of the Funds and of the other AIM Funds. In connection with (3) above, the Funds' trades may be executed directly by dealers that sell shares of the AIM Funds or by other broker-dealers with which such dealers have clearing arrangements, consistent with obtaining best execution. AIM will not use a specific formula in connection with any of these considerations to determine the target levels.
DIRECTED BROKERAGE (RESEARCH SERVICES)
Directed brokerage (research services) paid by each of the Funds during the last fiscal year ended October 31, 2002 are found in Appendix H.
REGULAR BROKERS OR DEALERS
Information concerning the Funds' acquisition of securities of their regular brokers or dealers during the last fiscal year ended October 31, 2002 is found in Appendix H.
ALLOCATION OF PORTFOLIO TRANSACTIONS
AIM and its affiliates manage numerous other investment accounts. Some of these accounts may have investment objectives similar to the Funds. Occasionally, identical securities will be appropriate for investment by one of the Funds and by another Fund or one or more of these investment accounts. However, the position of each account in the same securities and the length of time that each account may hold its investment in the same securities may vary. The timing and amount of purchase by each account will also be determined by its cash position. If the purchase or sale of securities is consistent with the investment policies of the Fund(s) and one or more of these accounts, and is considered at or about the same time, AIM will fairly allocate transactions in such securities among the Fund(s) and these accounts. AIM may combine such transactions, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, to obtain the most favorable execution. Simultaneous transactions could, however, adversely affect a Fund's ability to obtain or dispose of the full amount of a security which it seeks to purchase or sell.
Sometimes the procedure for allocating portfolio transactions among the various investment accounts advised by AIM results in transactions which could have an adverse effect on the price or amount of securities available to a Fund. In making such allocations, AIM considers the investment objectives and policies of its advisory clients, the relative size of portfolio holdings of the same or comparable securities, the availability of cash for investment, the size of investment commitments generally held, and the judgments of the persons responsible for recommending the investment. This procedure would apply to transactions in both equity and fixed income securities.
ALLOCATION OF INITIAL PUBLIC OFFERING ("IPO") TRANSACTIONS
Certain of the AIM Funds or other accounts managed by AIM may become interested in participating in IPOs. Purchases of IPOs by one AIM Fund or account may also be considered for purchase by one or more other AIM Funds or accounts. It shall be AIM's practice to specifically combine or otherwise bunch indications of interest for IPOs for all AIM Funds and accounts participating in purchase transactions for that IPO, and to allocate such transactions in accordance with the following procedures:
AIM will determine the eligibility of each AIM Fund and account that seeks to participate in a particular IPO by reviewing a number of factors, including suitability of the investment with the AIM Fund's or account's investment objective, policies and strategies, the liquidity of the AIM Fund or account if such investment is purchased, and whether the portfolio manager intends to hold the security as a long-term investment. The allocation of securities issued in IPOs will be made to eligible AIM Funds and accounts in a manner designed to be fair and equitable for the eligible AIM Funds and accounts, and so that there is equal allocation of IPOs over the longer term. Where multiple funds or accounts are eligible, rotational participation may occur, based on the extent to which an AIM Fund or account has participated in previous IPOs as well as the size of the AIM Fund or account. Each eligible AIM Fund and account will be placed in one of four tiers, depending upon each AIM Fund's or account's asset level. The AIM Funds and accounts in the tier containing funds and accounts with the smallest asset levels will participate first, each receiving a 40 basis point allocation (rounded to the nearest share round lot that approximates 40 basis points) (the "Allocation"), based on that AIM Fund's or account's net assets. This process continues until all of the AIM Funds and accounts in the four tiers receive their Allocations, or until the shares are all allocated. Should securities remain after this process, eligible AIM Funds and accounts will receive their Allocations on a straight pro rata basis. In addition, Incubator Funds, as described in AIM's Incubator and New Fund Investment Policy, will each be limited to a 40 basis point allocation only. Such allocations will be allocated to the nearest share round lot that approximates 40 basis points.
When any AIM Funds and/or accounts with substantially identical investment objectives and policies participate in IPOs, they will do so in amounts that are substantially proportionate to each other. In these cases, the net assets of the largest participating AIM Fund will be used to determine in which tier, as described in the paragraph above, such group of AIM Funds or accounts will be placed. If no AIM Fund is participating, then the net assets of the largest account will be used to determine tier placement. The price per share of securities purchased in such IPO transactions will be the same for each AIM Fund and account.
On occasion, when the Sub-Advisor is purchasing certain thinly-traded securities or shares in an IPO for AIM Developing Markets Fund, the situation may arise that the Sub-Advisor is unable to obtain sufficient securities to fill the orders of the Fund or all other relevant clients. In that situation, the Sub-Advisor is required to use pro-rata allocation methods that ensure the fair and equitable treatment of all clients. (Such methods may include, for example, pro-rata allocation on each relevant trade, or "rotational" allocation).
The requirement of pro-rata allocation is subject to limited exceptions
- such as when the Fund is subject to special investment objectives or size
constraints on investment positions.
PURCHASE, REDEMPTION AND PRICING OF SHARES
PURCHASE AND REDEMPTION OF SHARES
Purchases of Class A Shares, Class A3 Shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund and AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund
INITIAL SALES CHARGES. Each AIM Fund (other than AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund and AIM Money Market Fund) is grouped into one of three categories to determine the applicable initial sales charge for its Class A Shares. The sales charge is used to compensate AIM Distributors and participating dealers for their expenses incurred in connection with the distribution of the Funds' shares. You may also be charged a transaction or other fee by the financial institution managing your account.
Class A Shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, Class A3 Shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund and AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund are sold without an initial sales charge.
CATEGORY I FUNDS
AIM Aggressive Growth Fund AIM Large Cap Core Equity Fund
AIM Asia Pacific Growth Fund AIM Large Cap Growth Fund
AIM Basic Value Fund AIM Libra Fund
AIM Blue Chip Fund AIM Mid Cap Basic Value Fund
AIM Capital Development Fund AIM Mid Cap Core Equity Fund
AIM Charter Fund AIM Mid Cap Growth Fund
AIM Constellation Fund AIM New Technology Fund
AIM Dent Demographic Trends Fund AIM Opportunities I Fund
AIM Emerging Growth Fund AIM Opportunities II Fund
AIM European Growth Fund AIM Opportunities III Fund
AIM European Small Company Fund AIM Premier Equity Fund
AIM Global Utilities Fund AIM Premier Equity II Fund
AIM International Core Equity Fund AIM Select Equity Fund
AIM International Emerging Growth Fund AIM Small Cap Equity Fund
AIM International Growth Fund AIM Small Cap Growth Fund
AIM Large Cap Basic Value Fund AIM Weingarten Fund
AIM Worldwide Spectrum Fund
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Dealer
Investor's Sales Charge Concession
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As a As a As a
Percentage Percentage Percentage
of the Public of the Net of the Public
Amount of Investment in Offering Amount Offering
Single Transaction(1) Price Invested Price
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Less than $ 25,000 5.50% 5.82% 4.75%
$ 25,000 but less than $ 50,000 5.25 5.54 4.50
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.75 4.99 4.00
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90 3.00
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 3.00 3.09 2.50
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04 1.60
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(1) AIM Opportunities I Fund will not accept any single purchase in excess of $250,000.
CATEGORY II FUNDS
AIM Balanced Fund AIM Global Trends Fund
AIM Basic Balanced Fund AIM High Income Municipal Fund
AIM Developing Markets Fund AIM High Yield Fund
AIM Global Aggressive Growth Fund AIM High Yield Fund II
AIM Global Energy Fund AIM Income Fund
AIM Global Financial Services Fund AIM Intermediate Government Fund
AIM Global Growth Fund AIM Municipal Bond Fund
AIM Global Health Care Fund AIM Real Estate Fund
AIM Global Income Fund AIM Strategic Income Fund
AIM Global Science and AIM Total Return Bond Fund
Technology Fund
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Dealer
Investor's Sales Charge Concession
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As a As a As a
Percentage Percentage Percentage
of the Public of the Net of the Public
Amount of Investment in Offering Amount Offering
Single Transaction Price Invested Price
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Less than $ 50,000 4.75% 4.99% 4.00%
$ 50,000 but less than $ 100,000 4.00 4.17 3.25
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 3.75 3.90 3.00
$250,000 but less than $ 500,000 2.50 2.56 2.00
$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 2.00 2.04 1.60
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CATEGORY III FUNDS
AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund
AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund
Dealer
Investor's Sales Charge Concession
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As a As a As a
Percentage Percentage Percentage
of the Public of the Net of the Public
Amount of Investment in Offering Amount Offering
Single Transaction Price Invested Price
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Less than $ 100,000 1.00% 1.01% 0.75%
$100,000 but less than $ 250,000 0.75 0.76 0.50
$250,000 but less than $1,000,000 0.50 0.50 0.40
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Beginning on October 31, 2002 Class A Shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund were closed to new investors. Current investors must maintain a share balance in order to continue to make incremental purchases.
LARGE PURCHASES OF CLASS A SHARES. Investors who purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A Shares of a Category I, II or III Fund do not pay an initial sales charge. In addition, investors who currently own Class A shares of Category I, II, or III Funds and make additional purchases that result in account balances of $1,000,000 or more do not pay an initial sales charge on the additional purchases. The additional purchases, as well as initial purchases of $1,000,000 or more, are referred to as Large Purchases. If an investor makes a Large Purchase of Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund, however, each share issued will generally be subject to a 1.00% contingent deferred sales charge ("CDSC") if the investor redeems those shares within 18 months after purchase. Large Purchases of Class A shares of Category III Funds made on or after November 15, 2001 and through October 30, 2002 will be subject to a 0.25% CDSC if the investor redeems those shares within 12 months after purchase.
AIM Distributors may pay a dealer concession and/or advance a service fee on Large Purchases, as set forth below. Exchanges between the AIM Funds may affect total compensation paid.
AIM Distributors may make the following payments to dealers of record
for Large Purchases of Class A shares of Category I or II Funds by investors
other than: (i) retirement plans that are maintained pursuant to all Sections
401 and 457 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code"), and
(ii) retirement plans that are maintained pursuant to Section 403 of the Code if
the employer or plan sponsor is a tax-exempt organization operated pursuant to
Section 501(c)(3) of the Code:
PERCENT OF SUCH PURCHASES
1% of the first $2 million
plus 0.80% of the next $1 million plus 0.50% of the next $17 million plus 0.25% of amounts in excess of $20 million
If (i) the amount of any single purchase order plus (ii) the net asset value of all other shares owned by the same customer submitting the purchase order on the day on which the purchase order is received equals or exceeds $1,000,000, the purchase will be considered a "jumbo accumulation purchase." With regard to any individual jumbo accumulation purchase, AIM Distributors may make payment to the dealer of record based on the cumulative total of jumbo accumulation purchases made by the same customer over the life of his or her account(s).
If an investor made a Large Purchase of Class A shares of a Category III Fund on and after November 15, 2001 and through October 30, 2002 and exchanges those shares for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund, AIM Distributors will pay an additional dealer concession of 0.75% upon exchange.
If an investor makes a Large Purchase of Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund on or after November 15, 2001 and exchanges those shares for Class A shares of a Category III Fund, AIM Distributors will not pay any additional dealer compensation upon the exchange. Beginning February 17, 2003, Class A Shares of a Category I or II Fund may not be exchanged for Class A Shares of a Category III Fund.
If an investor makes a Large Purchase of Class A3 shares of a Category III Fund on and after October 31, 2002 and exchanges those shares for Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund, AIM Distributors will pay 1.00% of such purchases as dealer compensation upon the exchange. The Class A Shares of the Category I or II Fund received in exchange generally will be subject to a 1.00% CDSC if the investor redeems such shares within 18 months from the date of exchange.
If an investor makes a Large Purchase of Class A shares of a Category III Fund and exchanges those shares for Class A shares of another Category III Fund, AIM Distributors will not pay any additional dealer concession upon the exchange. Beginning on February 17, 2003, Class A Shares of a Category III Fund may not be exchanged for Class A Shares of another Category III Fund.
PURCHASES OF CLASS A SHARES BY CERTAIN RETIREMENT PLANS AT NAV. Effective November 1, 2002, for purchases of Class A shares of Category I and II Funds, AIM Distributors may make the following payments to investment dealers or other financial service firms for sales of such shares at net asset value ("NAV") to certain retirement plans provided the applicable dealer of record is able to establish that the retirement plan's purchase of Class A shares is a new investment (as defined below):
PERCENT OF PURCHASES
0.50% of the first $20 million
plus 0.25% of amounts in excess of $20 million
This payment schedule will be applicable to purchases of Class A shares at NAV by the following types of retirement plans: (i) all plans maintained pursuant to Sections 401 and 457 of the Code, and (ii) plans maintained pursuant to Section 403 of the Code if the employer or plan sponsor is a tax-exempt organization operated pursuant to Section 502(c)(3) of the Code.
A "new investment" means a purchase paid for with money that does not represent (i) the proceeds of one or more redemptions of AIM Fund shares, (ii) an exchange of AIM Fund shares or (iii) the repayment of one or more retirement plan loans that were funded through the redemption of AIM Fund shares. If AIM Distributors pays a dealer concession in connection with a plan's purchase of Class A shares at NAV, such shares may be subject to a CDSC of 1.00% of net assets for 12 months, commencing on the date the plan invests in Class A shares of an AIM Fund. If the applicable dealer of record is unable to establish that a plan's purchase of Class A shares at NAV is a new investment, AIM Distributors will not pay a dealer concession in connection with such purchase and such shares will not be subject to a CDSC.
PURCHASERS QUALIFYING FOR REDUCTIONS IN INITIAL SALES CHARGES. As shown in the tables above, purchases of certain amounts of AIM Fund shares may reduce the initial sales charges. These reductions are available to purchasers that meet the qualifications listed below. We will refer to purchasers that meet these qualifications as "Qualified Purchasers."
INDIVIDUALS
o an individual (including his or her spouse or domestic partner, and children);
o any trust established exclusively for the benefit of an individual ; and
o specifically including but not limited to, a Traditional IRA, Roth IRA, SEP IRA, SIMPLE IRA, Solo 401(k), Keogh plan, or a tax sheltered 403(b)(7) custodial account; and
o a qualified tuition plan account, maintained pursuant to Section 529 of the Code, or a Coverdell Education Savings Account, maintained pursuant to Section 530 of the Code (in either case, the account must be established by an individual or have an individual named as the beneficiary thereof).
EMPLOYER-SPONSORED RETIREMENT PLANS
o a retirement plan maintained pursuant to Section 401, 403 (only if the employer or plan sponsor is a tax-exempt organization operated pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the Code), 408 (includes SEP, SARSEP, and SIMPLE IRA plans) or 457 of the Code, if:
a. the employer or plan sponsor submits all contributions for all participating employees in a single contribution transmittal (the AIM Funds will not accept separate contributions submitted with respect to individual participants);
b. each transmittal is accompanied by a single check or wire transfer; and
c. if the AIM Funds are expected to carry separate accounts in the names of each of the plan participants, (i) the employer or plan sponsor notifies AIM Distributors in writing that the separate accounts of all plan participants should be linked, and (ii) all new participant accounts are established by submitting an appropriate Account Application on behalf of each new participant with the contribution transmittal.
TRUSTEES AND FIDUCIARIES
A trustee or fiduciary purchasing for a single trust, estate or fiduciary account.
LINKED EMPLOYEE PLANS
o Linked Employee Plans where the employer has notified AIM Distributors in writing that all of its related employee accounts should be linked, such as:
a. Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) Plans;
b. Salary Reduction and other Elective Simplified Employee Pension account (SAR-SEP) Plans; and
c. Savings Incentive Match Plans for Employees IRA (SIMPLE IRA).
OTHER GROUPS
o any organized group of persons, whether incorporated or not, purchasing AIM Fund shares through a single account, provided that:
a. the organization has been in existence for at least six months; and
b. the organization has some purpose other than the purchase at a discount of redeemable securities of a registered investment company.
HOW TO QUALIFY FOR REDUCTIONS IN INITIAL SALES CHARGES. The following sections discuss different ways that a purchaser can qualify for a reduction in the initial sales charges for purchases of Class A shares of the AIM Funds.
LETTERS OF INTENT
A Qualified Purchaser may pay reduced initial sales charges by (i) indicating on the Account Application that he, she or it intends to provide a Letter of Intent ("LOI") and (ii) subsequently fulfilling the conditions of that LOI.
The LOI confirms the total investment in shares of the AIM Funds that the Qualified Purchaser intends to make within the next 13 months. By marking the LOI section on the account application and by signing the account application, the Qualified Purchaser indicates that he, she or it understands and agrees to the terms of the LOI and is bound by the provisions described below:
Calculating the Initial Sales Charge
o Each purchase of fund shares normally subject to an initial sales charge made during the 13-month period will be made at the public offering price applicable to a single transaction of the total dollar amount indicated by the LOI (to determine what the applicable public offering price is, look at the sales charge table in the section on "Initial Sales Charges" above).
o It is the purchaser's responsibility at the time of purchase to specify the account numbers that should be considered in determining the appropriate sales charge.
o The offering price may be further reduced as described below under "Rights of Accumulation" if the Transfer Agent is advised of all other accounts at the time of the investment.
o Shares acquired through reinvestment of dividends and capital gains distributions will not be applied to the LOI.
Calculating the Number of Shares to be Purchased
o Purchases made within 90 days before signing an LOI will be applied toward completion of the LOI. The LOI effective date will be the date of the first purchase within the 90-day period.
o Purchases made more than 90 days before signing an LOI will be applied toward the completion of the LOI based on the value of the shares purchased that is calculated at the public offering price on the effective date of the LOI.
o If a purchaser meets the original obligation at any time during the 13-month period, he or she may revise the intended investment amount upward by submitting a written and signed request. This revision will not change the original expiration date.
o The Transfer Agent will process necessary adjustments upon the expiration or completion date of the LOI.
Fulfilling the Intended Investment
o By signing an LOI, a purchaser is not making a binding commitment to purchase additional shares, but if purchases made within the 13-month period do not total the amount specified, the purchaser will have to pay the increased amount of sales charge.
o To assure compliance with the provisions of the 1940 Act, the Transfer Agent will escrow in the form of shares an appropriate dollar amount (computed to the nearest full share) out of the initial purchase (or subsequent purchases if necessary). All dividends and any capital gain distributions on the escrowed shares will be credited to the purchaser. All shares purchased, including those escrowed, will be registered in the purchaser's name. If the total investment specified under this LOI is completed within the 13-month period, the escrowed shares will be promptly released.
o If the intended investment is not completed, the purchaser will pay the Transfer Agent the difference between the sales charge on the specified amount and the sales charge on the amount actually purchased. If the purchaser does not pay such difference within 20 days of the expiration date, he or she irrevocably constitutes and appoints the Transfer Agent as his attorney to surrender for redemption any or all shares, to make up such difference within 60 days of the expiration date.
Canceling the LOI
o If at any time before completing the LOI Program, the purchaser wishes to cancel the agreement, he or she must give written notice to AIM Distributors.
o If at any time before completing the LOI Program the purchaser requests the Transfer Agent to liquidate or transfer beneficial ownership of his total shares, the LOI will be automatically canceled. If the total amount purchased is less than the amount specified in the LOI, the Transfer Agent will redeem an appropriate number of escrowed shares equal to the difference between the sales charge actually paid and the sales charge that would have been paid if the total purchases had been made at a single time.
Other Persons Eligible for the LOI Privilege
The LOI privilege is also available to holders of the Connecticut General Guaranteed Account, established for tax qualified group annuities, for contracts purchased on or before June 30, 1992.
LOIs and Contingent Deferred Sales Charges
If an investor entered into an LOI to purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of a Category III Fund on and after November 15, 2001 and through October 30, 2002, such shares will be subject to a 12-month, 0.25% CDSC. Purchases of Class A shares of a Category III Fund made pursuant to an LOI to purchase $1,000,000 or more of shares entered into prior to November 15, 2001 or after October 30, 2002 will not be subject to this CDSC. All LOIs to purchase $1,000,000 or more of Class A shares of Category I and II Funds are subject to an 18-month, 1% CDSC.
RIGHTS OF ACCUMULATION
A Qualified Purchaser may also qualify for reduced initial sales charges based upon his, her or its existing investment in shares of any of the AIM Funds at the time of the proposed purchase. To determine whether or not a reduced initial sales charge applies to a proposed purchase, AIM Distributors takes into account not only the money which is invested upon such proposed purchase, but also the value of all shares of the AIM Funds owned by such purchaser, calculated at their then current public offering price.
If a purchaser qualifies for a reduced sales charge, the reduced sales charge applies to the total amount of money being invested, even if only a portion of that amount exceeds the breakpoint for the reduced sales charge. For example, if a purchaser already owns qualifying shares of any AIM Fund with a value of $20,000 and wishes to invest an additional $20,000 in a fund with a maximum initial sales charge of 5.50%, the reduced initial sales charge of 5.25% will apply to the full $20,000 purchase and not just to the $15,000 in excess of the $25,000 breakpoint.
To qualify for obtaining the discount applicable to a particular purchase, the purchaser or dealer must furnish the Transfer Agent with a list of the account numbers and the names in which such accounts of the purchaser are registered at the time the purchase is made.
Rights of Accumulation are also available to holders of the Connecticut General Guaranteed Account, established for tax-qualified group annuities, for contracts purchased on or before June 30, 1992.
If an investor's new purchase of Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund is at net asset value, the newly purchased shares will be subject to a CDSC if the investor redeems them prior to the end of the 18 month holding period (12 months for Category III Fund shares). For new purchases of Class A shares of Category III Funds at net asset value made on and after November 15, 2001 and through October 30, 2002, the newly purchased shares will be subject to a CDSC if the investor redeems them prior to the end of the 12 month holding period.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR REDUCTIONS IN INITIAL SALES CHARGES. As discussed above, investors or dealers seeking to qualify orders for a reduced initial sales charge must identify such orders and, if necessary, support their qualification for the reduced charge. AIM Distributors reserves the right to determine whether any purchaser is entitled to the reduced sales charge based on the definition of a Qualified Purchaser listed above. No person or entity may distribute shares of the AIM Funds without payment of the applicable sales charge other than to Qualified Purchasers.
Purchases of Class A shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund, Class A3 Shares of AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund and AIM Tax-Free Intermediate Fund, AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund, and Class B and Class C shares of AIM Floating Rate Fund will not be taken into account in determining whether a purchase qualifies for a reduction in initial sales charges.
PURCHASES OF CLASS A SHARES AT NET ASSET VALUE. AIM Distributors permits certain categories of persons to purchase Class A shares of AIM Funds without paying an initial sales charge. These are typically categories of persons whose transactions involve little expense, such as:
o Persons who have a relationship with the funds or with AIM and its affiliates, and are therefore familiar with the funds, and who place unsolicited orders directly with AIM Distributors; or
o Programs for purchase that involve little expense because of the size of the transaction and shareholder records required.
AIM Distributors believes that it is appropriate and in the Funds' best interests that such persons, and certain other persons whose purchases result in relatively low expenses of distribution, be permitted to purchase shares through AIM Distributors without payment of a sales charge.
Accordingly, the following purchasers will not pay initial sales charges on purchases of Class A shares because there is a reduced sales effort involved in sales to these purchasers:
o AIM Management and its affiliates, or their clients;
o Any current or retired officer, director or employee (and members of their immediate family) of AIM Management, its affiliates or The AIM Family of Funds,--Registered Trademark-- and any foundation, trust or employee benefit plan established exclusively for the benefit of, or by, such persons;
o Any current or retired officer, director, or employee (and members of their immediate family), of DST Systems, Inc. or Personix, a division of Fiserv Solutions, Inc.;
o Sales representatives and employees (and members of their immediate family) of selling group members of financial institutions that have arrangements with such selling group members;
o Purchases through approved fee-based programs;
o Employer-sponsored retirement plans that are Qualified Purchasers, as defined above, provided that:
a. a plan's initial investment in the plan(s) is at least $1 million;
b. the employer or plan sponsor signs a $1 million LOI;
c. there are at least 100 employees eligible to participate in the plan; or
d. all plan transactions are executed through a single omnibus account per AIM Fund and the financial institution or service organization has entered into the appropriate agreement with the distributor; further provided that
e. retirement plans maintained pursuant to Section 403(b) of the Code are not eligible to purchase shares at NAV based on the aggregate investment made by the plan or the number of eligible employees unless the employer or plan sponsor is a tax-exempt organization operated pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the Code and;
f. purchases of AIM Opportunities I Fund by all retirement plans are subject to initial sales charges;
o Shareholders of record of Advisor Class shares of AIM International Growth Fund or AIM Worldwide Growth Fund on February 12, 1999 who have continuously owned shares of the AIM Funds;
o Shareholders of record or discretionary advised clients of any investment advisor holding shares of AIM Weingarten Fund or AIM Constellation Fund on September 8, 1986, or of AIM Charter Fund on November 17, 1986, who have continuously owned shares having a market value of at least $500 and who purchase additional shares of the same Fund;
o Unitholders of G/SET series unit investment trusts investing proceeds from such trusts in shares of AIM Weingarten Fund or AIM Constellation Fund; provided, however, prior to the termination date of the trusts, a unitholder may invest proceeds from the redemption or repurchase of his units only when the investment in shares of AIM Weingarten Fund and AIM Constellation Fund is effected within 30 days of the redemption or repurchase;
o A shareholder of a fund that merges or consolidates with an AIM Fund or that sells its assets to an AIM Fund in exchange for shares of an AIM Fund;
o Shareholders of the GT Global funds as of April 30, 1987 who since that date continually have owned shares of one or more of these funds;
o Certain former AMA Investment Advisers' shareholders who became shareholders of the AIM Global Health Care Fund in October 1989, and who have continuously held shares in the GT Global funds since that time;
o Shareholders of record of Advisor Class shares of an AIM Fund on February 11, 2000 who have continuously owned shares of that AIM Fund, and who purchase additional shares of that AIM Fund;
o Qualified Tuition Programs created and maintained in accordance with
Section 529 of the Code; and
o Participants in select brokerage programs for retirement plans and rollover IRAs who purchase shares through an electronic brokerage platform offered by entities with which AIM Distributors has entered into a written agreement.
As used above, immediate family includes an individual and his or her spouse or domestic partner, children, parents and parents of spouse or domestic partner.
In addition, an investor may acquire shares of any of the AIM Funds at net asset value in connection with:
o the reinvestment of dividends and distributions from a Fund;
o exchanges of shares of certain Funds;
o use of the reinstatement privilege; or
o a merger, consolidation or acquisition of assets of a Fund.
PAYMENTS TO DEALERS. AIM Distributors may elect to re-allow the entire initial sales charge to dealers for all sales with respect to which orders are placed with AIM Distributors during a particular period. Dealers to whom substantially the entire sales charge is re-allowed may be deemed to be "underwriters" as that term is defined under the 1933 Act.
In addition to, or instead of, amounts paid to dealers as a sales commission, AIM Distributors may, from time to time, at its expense or as an expense for which it may be compensated under a distribution plan, if applicable, pay a bonus or other consideration or incentive to dealers. The total amount of such additional bonus payments or other consideration shall not exceed 0.25% of the public offering price of the shares sold or of average daily net assets of the AIM Fund attributable to that particular dealer. At the option of the dealer, such incentives may take the form of payment for travel expenses, including lodging, incurred in connection with trips taken by qualifying registered representatives and their families to places within or outside the United States. Any such bonus or incentive programs will not change the price paid by investors for the purchase of the applicable AIM Fund's shares or the amount that any particular AIM Fund will receive as proceeds from such sales. Dealers may not use sales of the AIM Funds' shares to qualify for any incentives to the extent that such incentives may be prohibited by the laws of any state.
Purchases of Class B Shares
Class B shares are sold at net asset value, and are not subject to an initial sales charge. Instead, investors may pay a CDSC if they redeem their shares within six years after purchase. See the Prospectus for additional information regarding contingent deferred sales charges. AIM Distributors may pay sales commissions to dealers and institutions who sell Class B shares of the AIM Funds at the time of such sales. Payments will equal 4.00% of the purchase price and will consist of a sales commission equal to 3.75% plus an advance of the first year service fee of 0.25%.
Purchases of Class C Shares
Class C shares are sold at net asset value, and are not subject to an initial sales charge. Instead, investors may pay a CDSC if they redeem their shares within the first year after purchase (no CDSC applies to Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you exchange shares of another AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC into AIM Short Term Bond Fund). See the Prospectus for additional information regarding this CDSC. AIM Distributors may pay sales commissions to dealers and institutions who sell Class C shares of the AIM Funds (except for Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund) at the time of such sales. Payments will equal 1.00% of the purchase price and will consist of a sales commission of 0.75% plus an advance of the first year service fee of 0.25%. These commissions are not paid on sales to investors exempt from the CDSC, including shareholders of record of AIM Advisor Funds, Inc. on April 30, 1995, who purchase additional shares in any of the Funds on or after May 1, 1995, and in circumstances where AIM Distributors grants an exemption on particular transactions.
AIM Distributors may pay dealers and institutions who sell Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund an annual fee of 0.50% of average daily net assets. These payments will consist of an asset-based fee of 0.25% and a service fee of 0.25% and will commence immediately.
Purchases of Class R Shares
Class R shares are sold at net asset value, and are not subject to an initial sales charge. If AIM Distributors pays a concession to the dealer of record, however, the Class R shares are subject to a 0.75% CDSC at the time of redemption if all retirement plan assets are redeemed within one year from the date of the retirement plan's initial purchase. For purchases of Class R shares of Category I or II
Funds, AIM Distributors may make the following payments to dealers of record provided that the applicable dealer of record is able to establish that the purchase of Class R shares is a new investment or a rollover from a retirement plan in which an AIM Fund was offered as an investment option:
PERCENT OF CUMULATIVE PURCHASES
0.75% of the first $5 million
plus 0.50% of amounts in excess of $5 million
With regard to any individual purchase of Class R shares, AIM Distributors may make payment to the dealer of record based on the cumulative total of purchases made by the same plan over the life of the plan's account(s).
Exchanges
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EXCHANGES. Normally, shares of an AIM Fund to be acquired by exchange are purchased at their net asset value or applicable offering price, as the case may be, determined on the date that such request is received, but under unusual market conditions such purchases may be delayed for up to five business days if it is determined that a fund would be materially disadvantaged by an immediate transfer of the proceeds of the exchange. If a shareholder is exchanging into a fund paying daily dividends, and the release of the exchange proceeds is delayed for the foregoing five-day period, such shareholder will not begin to accrue dividends until the sixth business day after the exchange.
EXCHANGES BY TELEPHONE. AIM Distributors has made arrangements with certain dealers and investment advisory firms to accept telephone instructions to exchange shares between any of the AIM Funds. AIM Distributors reserves the right to impose conditions on dealers or investment advisors who make telephone exchanges of shares of the funds, including the condition that any such dealer or investment advisor enter into an agreement (which contains additional conditions with respect to exchanges of shares) with AIM Distributors. To exchange shares by telephone, a shareholder, dealer or investment advisor who has satisfied the foregoing conditions must call AFS at (800) 959-4246. If a shareholder is unable to reach AFS by telephone, he may also request exchanges by fax, telegraph or use overnight courier services to expedite exchanges by mail, which will be effective on the business day received by AFS as long as such request is received prior to the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE. AFS and AIM Distributors may in certain cases be liable for losses due to unauthorized or fraudulent transactions if they do not follow reasonable procedures for verification of telephone transactions. Such reasonable procedures may include recordings of telephone transactions (maintained for six months), requests for confirmation of the shareholder's Social Security Number and current address, and mailings of confirmations promptly after the transaction.
Redemptions
GENERAL. Shares of the AIM Funds may be redeemed directly through AIM Distributors or through any dealer who has entered into an agreement with AIM Distributors. In addition to the Funds' obligation to redeem shares, AIM Distributors may also repurchase shares as an accommodation to shareholders. To effect a repurchase, those dealers who have executed Selected Dealer Agreements with AIM Distributors must phone orders to the order desk of the Funds at (800) 959-4246 and guarantee delivery of all required documents in good order. A repurchase is effected at the net asset value per share of the applicable Fund next determined after the repurchase order is received. Such an arrangement is subject to timely receipt by AFS, the Funds' transfer agent, of all required documents in good order. If such documents are not received within a reasonable time after the order is placed, the order is subject to cancellation. While there is no charge imposed by a Fund or by AIM Distributors (other than any applicable contingent deferred sales charge) when shares are redeemed or repurchased, dealers may charge a fair service fee for handling the transaction.
SUSPENSION OF REDEMPTIONS. The right of redemption may be suspended or the date of payment postponed when (a) trading on the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE") is restricted, as determined by applicable rules and regulations of the SEC, (b) the NYSE is closed for other than customary weekend and holiday closings, (c) the SEC has by order permitted such suspension, or (d) an emergency as determined by the SEC exists making disposition of portfolio securities or the valuation of the net assets of a Fund not reasonably practicable.
REDEMPTIONS BY TELEPHONE. By signing an account application form, an investor appoints AFS as his true and lawful attorney-in-fact to surrender for redemption any and all unissued shares held by AFS in the designated account(s), present or future, with full power of substitution in the premises. AFS and AIM Distributors are thereby authorized and directed to accept and act upon any telephone redemptions of shares held in any of the account(s) listed, from any person who requests the redemption. An investor acknowledges by signing the form that he understands and agrees that AFS and AIM Distributors may not be liable for any loss, expense or cost arising out of any telephone redemption requests effected in accordance with the authorization set forth in these instructions if they reasonably believe such request to be genuine, but may in certain cases be liable for losses due to unauthorized or fraudulent transactions. Procedures for verification of telephone transactions may include recordings of telephone transactions (maintained for six months), requests for confirmation of the shareholder's Social Security Number and current address, and mailings of confirmations promptly after the transactions. AFS reserves the right to cease to act as attorney-in-fact subject to this appointment, and AIM Distributors reserves the right to modify or terminate the telephone redemption privilege at any time without notice. An investor may elect not to have this privilege by marking the appropriate box on the application. Then any redemptions must be effected in writing by the investor.
SYSTEMATIC WITHDRAWAL PLAN. A Systematic Withdrawal Plan permits a shareholder of an AIM Fund to withdraw on a regular basis at least $50 per withdrawal. Under a Systematic Withdrawal Plan, all shares are to be held by AFS and all dividends and distributions are reinvested in shares of the applicable AIM Fund by AFS. To provide funds for payments made under the Systematic Withdrawal Plan, AFS redeems sufficient full and fractional shares at their net asset value in effect at the time of each such redemption.
Payments under a Systematic Withdrawal Plan constitute taxable events. Since such payments are funded by the redemption of shares, they may result in a return of capital and in capital gains or losses, rather than in ordinary income. Because sales charges are imposed on additional purchases of shares (other than Class B, Class C or Class R shares of the Funds), it is disadvantageous to effect such purchases while a Systematic Withdrawal Plan is in effect.
Each AIM Fund bears its share of the cost of operating the Systematic Withdrawal Plan.
Contingent Deferred Sales Charges Imposed upon Redemption of Shares
A CDSC may be imposed upon the redemption of Large Purchases of Class A shares of Category I and II Funds or upon the redemption of Class B shares or Class C shares (no CDSC applies to Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you exchange shares of another AIM Fund that are subject to a CDSC into AIM Short Term Bond Fund) and, in certain circumstances, upon the redemption of Class R shares. On and after November 15, 2001 and through October 30, 2002, a CDSC also may be imposed upon the redemption of Large Purchases of Class A Shares of Category III Funds. See the Prospectus for additional information regarding CDSCs.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS FOR LARGE PURCHASES OF CLASS A SHARES. An investor who has made a Large Purchase of Class A shares of a Category I, II, or III Fund will not be subject to a CDSC upon the redemption of those shares in the following situations:
o Redemptions of shares of Category I or II Funds held more than 18 months;
o Redemptions of shares of Category III Funds purchased prior to November 15, 2001 or after October 30, 2002;
o Redemptions of shares of Category III Funds purchased on or after November 15, 2001 and through October 30, 2002 and held for more than 12 months;
o Redemptions of shares held by retirement plans in cases where (i) the plan has remained invested in Class A shares of an AIM Fund for at least 12 months, or (ii) the redemption is not a complete redemption of shares held by the plan;
o Redemptions from private foundations or endowment funds;
o Redemptions of shares by the investor where the investor's dealer waives the amounts otherwise payable to it by the distributor and notifies the distributor prior to the time of investment;
o Redemptions of shares of Category I, II or III Funds or AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund acquired by exchange from Class A shares of a Category I or II Fund, unless the shares acquired by exchange on or after November 15, 2001 and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Category III Funds are redeemed within 18 months of the original purchase of the exchange of Category I or II Fund shares;
o Redemptions of shares of Category III Funds, shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund or AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund acquired by exchange from Class A shares of a Category III Fund purchased prior to November 15, 2001;
o Redemptions of shares of Category I or II Funds acquired by exchange from Class A shares of a Category III Fund purchased on and after November 15, 2001 and through October 30, 2002, unless the shares acquired by exchange are redeemed within 18 months of the original purchase of the exchanged Category III Fund shares;
o Redemptions of shares of Category III Funds, shares of AIM Tax-Exempt Cash Fund or AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund acquired by exchange from Class A shares of a Category III Fund purchased on and after November 15, 2001 (and through October 30, 2002 with respect to Category III Funds), unless the shares acquired by exchange are redeemed within 12 months of the original purchase of the exchanged Category III Fund shares;
o Redemptions of shares of Category I or II Funds acquired by exchange on and after November 15, 2001 from AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund if the AIM Cash Reserve Shares were acquired by exchange from a Category I or II Fund, unless the Category I or II Fund shares acquired by exchange are redeemed within 18 months of the original purchase of the exchanged Category I or II Funds shares; and
o Redemptions of Category I or II Funds by retirement plan participants resulting from a total redemption of the plan assets that occurs more than one year from the date of the plan's initial purchase.
CONTINGENT DEFERRED SALES CHARGE EXCEPTIONS FOR CLASS B AND C SHARES. Investors who purchased former GT Global funds Class B shares before June 1, 1998 are subject to the following waivers from the CDSC otherwise due upon redemption:
o Total or partial redemptions resulting from a distribution following retirement in the case of a tax-qualified employer-sponsored retirement;
o Minimum required distributions made in connection with an IRA, Keogh Plan or custodial account under Section 403(b) of the Code or other retirement plan following attainment of age 70 1/2;
o Redemptions pursuant to distributions from a tax-qualified employer-sponsored retirement plan, which is invested in the former GT Global funds, which are permitted to be made without penalty pursuant to the Code, other than tax-free rollovers or transfers of assets, and the proceeds of which are reinvested in the former GT Global funds;
o Redemptions made in connection with participant-directed exchanges between options in an employer-sponsored benefit plan;
o Redemptions made for the purpose of providing cash to fund a loan to a participant in a tax-qualified retirement plan;
o Redemptions made in connection with a distribution from any retirement plan or account that is permitted in accordance with the provisions of Section 72(t)(2) of the Code, and the regulations promulgated thereunder;
o Redemptions made in connection with a distribution from a qualified profit-sharing or stock bonus plan described in Section 401(k) of the Code to a participant or beneficiary under Section 401(k)(2)(B)(IV) of the Code upon hardship of the covered employee (determined pursuant to Treasury Regulation Section 1.401(k)-1(d)(2));
o Redemptions made by or for the benefit of certain states, counties or cities, or any instrumentalities, departments or authorities thereof where such entities are prohibited or limited by applicable law from paying a sales charge or commission.
CDSCs will not apply to the following redemptions of Class B or Class C shares, as applicable:
o Additional purchases of Class C shares of AIM International Core Equity Fund (formerly known as AIM International Value Fund) and AIM Real Estate Fund by shareholders of record on April 30, 1995, of these Funds, except that shareholders whose broker-dealers maintain a single omnibus account with AFS on behalf of those shareholders, perform sub-accounting functions with respect to those shareholders, and are unable to segregate shareholders of record prior to April 30, 1995, from shareholders whose accounts were opened after that date will be subject to a CDSC on all purchases made after March 1, 1996;
o Redemptions following the death or post-purchase disability of
(1) any registered shareholders on an account or (2) a settlor of
a living trust, of shares held in the account at the time of
death or initial determination of post-purchase disability;
o Certain distributions from individual retirement accounts,
Section 403(b) retirement plans, Section 457 deferred
compensation plans and Section 401 qualified plans, where
redemptions result from (i) required minimum distributions to
plan participants or beneficiaries who are age 70 1/2 or older,
and only with respect to that portion of such distributions that
does not exceed 12% annually of the participant's or
beneficiary's account value in a particular AIM Fund; (ii) in
kind transfers of assets where the participant or beneficiary
notifies the distributor of the transfer no later than the time
the transfer occurs; (iii) tax-free rollovers or transfers of
assets to another plan of the type described above invested in
Class B or Class C shares of one or more of the AIM Funds; (iv)
tax-free returns of excess contributions or returns of excess
deferral amounts; and (v) distributions on the death or
disability (as defined in the Code) of the participant or
beneficiary;
o Amounts from a Systematic Withdrawal Plan of up to an annual amount of 12% of the account value on a per fund basis, at the time the withdrawal plan is established, provided the investor reinvests his dividends;
o Liquidation by the Fund when the account value falls below the minimum required account size of $500;
o Investment account(s) of AIM.
CDSCs will not apply to the following redemptions of Class C shares:
o A total or partial redemption of shares where the investor's dealer of record notifies the distributor prior to the time of investment that the dealer would waive the upfront payment otherwise payable to him;
o A total or partial redemption which is necessary to fund a distribution requested by a participant in a retirement plan maintained pursuant to Section 401, 403, or 457 of the Code;
o Redemptions of Class C shares of an AIM Fund other than AIM Short Term Bond Fund if you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund; and
o Redemptions of Class C shares of AIM Short Term Bond Fund unless you received such Class C shares by exchanging Class C shares of another AIM Fund and the original purchase was subject to a CDSC.
CDSCs will not apply to the following redemptions of Class R shares:
o Class R shares where the retirement plan's dealer of record notifies the distributor prior to the time of investment that the dealer waives the upfront payment otherwise payable to him; and
o Redemptions of shares held by retirement plans in cases where (i) the plan has remained invested in Class R shares of an AIM Fund for at least 12 months, or (ii) the redemption is not a complete redemption of all Class R shares held by the plan.
General Information Regarding Purchases, Exchanges and Redemptions
GOOD ORDER. Purchase, exchange and redemption orders must be received in good order. To be in good order, an investor must supply AFS with all required information and documentation, including signature guarantees when required. In addition, if a purchase of shares is made by check, the check must be received in good order. This means that the check must be properly completed and signed, and legible to AFS in its sole discretion.
TIMING OF PURCHASE ORDERS. It is the responsibility of the dealer or other financial intermediary to ensure that all orders are transmitted on a timely basis to AFS. Any loss resulting from the failure of the dealer or financial intermediary to submit an order within the prescribed time frame will be borne by that dealer or financial intermediary. If a check used to purchase shares does not clear, or if any investment order must be canceled due to nonpayment, the investor will be responsible for any resulting loss to an AIM Fund or to AIM Distributors.
SIGNATURE GUARANTEES. In addition to those circumstances listed in the "Shareholder Information" section of each Fund's prospectus, signature guarantees are required in the following
situations: (1) requests to transfer the registration of shares to another owner; (2) telephone exchange and telephone redemption authorization forms; (3) changes in previously designated wiring or electronic funds transfer instructions; and (4) written redemptions or exchanges of shares previously reported as lost, whether or not the redemption amount is under $250,000 or the proceeds are to be sent to the address of record. AIM Funds may waive or modify any signature guarantee requirements at any time.
Acceptable guarantors include banks, broker-dealers, credit unions, national securities exchanges, savings associations and any other organization, provided that such institution or organization qualifies as an "eligible guarantor institution" as that term is defined in rules adopted by the SEC, and further provided that such guarantor institution is listed in one of the reference guides contained in AFS' current Signature Guarantee Standards and Procedures, such as certain domestic banks, credit unions, securities dealers, or securities exchanges. AFS will also accept signatures with either: (1) a signature guaranteed with a medallion stamp of the STAMP Program, or (2) a signature guaranteed with a medallion stamp of the NYSE Medallion Signature Program, provided that in either event, the amount of the transaction involved does not exceed the surety coverage amount indicated on the medallion. For information regarding whether a particular institution or organization qualifies as an "eligible guarantor institution," an investor should contact the Client Services Department of AFS.
TRANSACTIONS BY TELEPHONE. By signing an account application form, an investor appoints AFS as his true and lawful attorney-in-fact to surrender for redemption any and all unissued shares held by AFS in the designated account(s), or in any other account with any of the AIM Funds, present or future, which has the identical registration as the designated account(s), with full power of substitution in the premises. AFS and AIM Distributors are thereby authorized and directed to accept and act upon any telephone redemptions of shares held in any of the account(s) listed, from any person who requests the redemption proceeds to be applied to purchase shares in any one or more of the AIM Funds, provided that such fund is available for sale and provided that the registration and mailing address of the shares to be purchased are identical to the registration of the shares being redeemed. An investor acknowledges by signing the form that he understands and agrees that AFS and AIM Distributors may not be liable for any loss, expense or cost arising out of any telephone exchange requests effected in accordance with the authorization set forth in these instructions if they reasonably believe such request to be genuine, but may in certain cases be liable for losses due to unauthorized or fraudulent transactions. Procedures for verification of telephone transactions may include recordings of telephone transactions (maintained for six months), requests for confirmation of the shareholder's Social Security Number and current address, and mailings of confirmations promptly after the transactions. AFS reserves the right to modify or terminate the telephone exchange privilege at any time without notice. An investor may elect not to have this privilege by marking the appropriate box on the application. Then any exchanges must be effected in writing by the investor.
INTERNET TRANSACTIONS. An investor may effect transactions in his account through the internet by establishing a personal identification number (PIN). By establishing a PIN the investor acknowledges and agrees that neither AFS nor AIM Distributors will be liable for any loss, expense or cost arising out of any internet transaction effected by them in accordance with any instructions submitted by a user who transmits the PIN as authentication of his or her identity. Procedures for verification of internet transactions include requests for confirmation of the shareholder's personal identification number and mailing of confirmations promptly after the transactions. The investor also acknowledges that the ability to effect internet transactions may be terminated at any time by the AIM Funds.
OFFERING PRICE
The following formula may be used to determine the public offering price per Class A share of an investor's investment:
Net Asset Value / (1 - Sales Charge as % of Offering Price ) = Offering Price.
For example, at the close of business on October 31, 2002, AIM Global Health Care Fund - Class A shares had a net asset value per share of $22.41. The offering price, assuming an initial sales charge of 4.75%, therefore was $23.53.
Calculation of Net Asset Value
Each Fund determines its net asset value per share once daily as of the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE (generally 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on each business day of the Fund. In the event the NYSE closes early (i.e., before 4:00 p.m. Eastern time) on a particular day, each Fund determines its net asset value per share as of the close of the NYSE on such day. For purposes of determining net asset value per share, the Fund will generally use futures and options contract closing prices which are available fifteen (15) minutes after the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE. The Funds determine net asset value per share by dividing the value of a Fund's securities, cash and other assets (including interest accrued but not collected) attributable to a particular class, less all its liabilities (including accrued expenses and dividends payable) attributable to that class, by the total number of shares outstanding of that class. Determination of a Fund's net asset value per share is made in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Each security (excluding convertible bonds) held by a Fund is valued at its last sales price on the exchange where the security is principally traded or, lacking any sales on a particular day, the security is valued at the closing bid price on that day. Each security traded in the over-the-counter market (but not including securities reported on the NASDAQ National Market System) is valued at the closing bid price furnished by independent pricing services or market makers. Each security reported on the NASDAQ National Market System is valued at the last sales price on the valuation date or absent a last sales price, at the closing bid price on that day; option contracts are valued at the mean between the closing bid and asked prices on the exchange where the contracts are principally traded; futures contracts are valued at final settlement price quotations from the primary exchange on which they are traded. Debt securities (including convertible bonds) are valued on the basis of prices provided by an independent pricing service. Prices provided by the pricing service may be determined without exclusive reliance on quoted prices, and may reflect appropriate factors such as institution-size trading in similar groups of securities, developments related to special securities, dividend rate, yield, quality, coupon rate, maturity, type of issue, individual trading characteristics and other market data.
Securities for which market prices are not provided by any of the above methods are valued based upon quotes furnished by independent sources and are valued at the last bid price in the case of equity securities and in the case of debt obligations, the mean between the last bid and ask prices. Securities for which market quotations are not readily available or are questionable are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Trust's officers in a manner specifically authorized by the Board of Trustees. Short-term investments are valued at amortized cost when the security has 60 days or less to maturity.
Foreign securities are converted into U.S. dollars using exchange rates as of the close of the NYSE. Generally, trading in foreign securities, corporate bonds, U.S. Government securities and money market instruments is substantially completed each day at various times prior to the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE. The values of such securities used in computing the net asset value of each Fund's shares are determined as of the close of the respective markets. Occasionally, events affecting the values of such securities may occur between the times at which such values are determined and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE which will not be reflected in the computation of a Fund's net asset value. If a development/event has actually caused that closing price to no longer reflect actual value, the closing price, as of the close of the applicable market, may be adjusted to reflect the fair value of the affected securities as of the close of the NYSE as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Trustees.
Fund securities primarily traded in foreign markets may be traded in such markets on days which are not business days of the Fund. Because the net asset value per share of each Fund is determined
only on business days of the Fund, the net asset value per share of a Fund may be significantly affected on days when an investor cannot exchange or redeem shares of the Fund.
REDEMPTION IN KIND
AIM intends to redeem all shares of the Funds in cash. It is possible that future conditions may make it undesirable for a Fund to pay for redeemed shares in cash. In such cases, the Fund may make payment in securities or other property. If a Fund has made an election under Rule 18f-1 under the 1940 Act, the Fund is obligated to redeem for cash all shares presented to such Fund for redemption by any one shareholder in an amount up to the lesser of $250,000 or 1% of that Fund's net assets in any 90-day period. Securities delivered in payment of redemptions are valued at the same value assigned to them in computing the applicable Fund's net asset value per share. Shareholders receiving such securities are likely to incur brokerage costs on their subsequent sales of such securities.
BACKUP WITHHOLDING
Accounts submitted without a correct, certified taxpayer identification number or, alternatively, a completed Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") Form W-8 (for non-resident aliens) or Form W-9 (certifying exempt status) accompanying the registration information will generally be subject to backup withholding.
Each AIM Fund, and other payers, generally must withhold as of January 1, 2002, 30% of redemption payments and reportable dividends (whether paid or accrued) in the case of any shareholder who fails to provide the Fund with a taxpayer identification number ("TIN") and a certification that he is not subject to backup withholding; however, the backup withholding rate decreases in phases to 28% for distributions made in the year 2006 and thereafter.
An investor is subject to backup withholding if:
1. the investor fails to furnish a correct TIN to the Fund;
2. the IRS notifies the Fund that the investor furnished an incorrect TIN;
3. the investor or the Fund is notified by the IRS that the investor is subject to backup withholding because the investor failed to report all of the interest and dividends on such investor's tax return (for reportable interest and dividends only);
4. the investor fails to certify to the Fund that the investor is not subject to backup withholding under (3) above (for reportable interest and dividend accounts opened after 1983 only); or
5. the investor does not certify his TIN. This applies only to non-exempt mutual fund accounts opened after 1983.
Interest and dividend payments are subject to backup withholding in all five situations discussed above. Redemption proceeds and long-term gain distributions are subject to backup withholding only if (1), (2) or (5) above applies.
Certain payees and payments are exempt from backup withholding and information reporting. AIM or AFS will not provide Form 1099 to those payees.
Investors should contact the IRS if they have any questions concerning withholding.
IRS PENALTIES - Investors who do not supply the AIM Funds with a correct TIN will be subject to a $50 penalty imposed by the IRS unless such failure is due to reasonable cause and not willful neglect. If an investor falsifies information on this form or makes any other false statement resulting in no backup withholding on an account which should be subject to backup withholding, such investor may be subject to a $500 penalty imposed by the IRS and to certain criminal penalties including fines and/or imprisonment.
NONRESIDENT ALIENS - Nonresident alien individuals and foreign entities are not subject to the backup withholding previously discussed, but must certify their foreign status by attaching IRS Form W-8 to their application. Form W-8 generally remains in effect for a period starting on the date the Form is signed and ending on the last day of the third succeeding calendar year. Such shareholders may, however, be subject to federal income tax withholding at a 30% rate on ordinary income dividends and other distributions. Under applicable treaty law, residents of treaty countries may qualify for a reduced rate of withholding or a withholding exemption.
DIVIDENDS, DISTRIBUTIONS AND TAX MATTERS
DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS
It is the present policy of each Fund to declare and pay annually net investment income dividends and capital gain distributions, except for AIM Strategic Income Fund, which will pay monthly net investment income dividends.
It is each Fund's intention to distribute substantially all of its net investment income and realized net capital gains by the end of each taxable year. In determining the amount of capital gains, if any, available for distribution, capital gains will be offset against available net capital loss, if any, carried forward from previous fiscal periods. All dividends and distributions will be automatically reinvested in additional shares of the same class of each Fund unless the shareholder has requested in writing to receive such dividends and distributions in cash or that they be invested in shares of another AIM Fund, subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Prospectus under the caption "Special Plans - Automatic Dividend Investment." Such dividends and distributions will be reinvested at the net asset value per share determined on the ex-dividend date. If a shareholder's account does not have any shares in it on a dividend or capital gain distribution payment date, the dividend or distribution will be paid in cash whether or not the shareholder has elected to have such dividends or distributions reinvested.
Distributions paid by a fund other than daily dividends have the effect of reducing the net asset value per share on the ex-dividend date by the amount of the dividend or distribution. Therefore, a dividend or distribution declared shortly after a purchase of shares by an investor would represent, in substance, a return of capital to the shareholder with respect to such shares even though it would be subject to income taxes.
Dividends on Class B and Class C shares are expected to be lower than those for Class A shares because of higher distribution fees paid by Class B and Class C shares. Other class-specific expenses may also affect dividends on shares of those classes. Expenses attributable to a particular class ("Class Expenses") include distribution plan expenses, which must be allocated to the class for which they are incurred. Other expenses may be allocated as Class Expenses, consistent with applicable legal principles under the 1940 Act and the Code.
TAX MATTERS
The following is only a summary of certain additional tax considerations generally affecting the Funds and their shareholders that are not described in the Prospectus. No attempt is made to present a detailed explanation of the tax treatment of each Fund or its shareholders, and the discussion here and in the Prospectus is not intended as a substitute for careful tax planning.
QUALIFICATION AS A REGULATED INVESTMENT COMPANY. Each Fund has elected to be taxed under Subchapter M of the Code as a regulated investment company and intends to maintain its qualification as such in each of its taxable years. As a regulated investment company, each Fund is not subject to federal income tax on the portion of its net investment income (i.e., taxable interest, dividends and other taxable ordinary income, net of expenses) and capital gain net income (i.e., the excess of capital gains over capital losses) that it distributes to shareholders, provided that it distributes (i) at least 90% of its investment company taxable income (i.e., net investment income, net foreign currency ordinary gain or loss and the excess of net short-term capital gain over net long-term capital loss) and (ii) at least 90% of
the excess of its tax-exempt interest income under Code Section 103(a) over its deductions disallowed under Code Sections 265 and 171(a)(2) for the taxable year (the "Distribution Requirement"), and satisfies certain other requirements of the Code that are described below. Distributions by a Fund made during the taxable year or, under specified circumstances, within twelve months after the close of the taxable year, will be considered distributions of income and gains of the taxable year and can therefore satisfy the Distribution Requirement.
Each Fund may use "equalization accounting" in determining the portion of its net investment income and capital gain net income that has been distributed. A Fund that elects to use equalization accounting will allocate a portion of its realized investment income and capital gain to redemptions of Fund shares and will reduce the amount of such income and gain that it distributes in cash. However, each Fund intends to make cash distributions for each taxable year in an aggregate amount that is sufficient to satisfy the Distribution Requirement without taking into account its use of equalization accounting. The Internal Revenue Service has not published any guidance concerning the methods to be used in allocating investment income and capital gains to redemptions of shares. In the event that the Internal Revenue Service determines that a Fund is using an improper method of allocation and has underdistributed its net investment income and capital gain net income for any taxable year, such Fund may be liable for additional federal income tax.
In addition to satisfying the Distribution Requirement, a regulated investment company must derive at least 90% of its gross income from dividends, interest, certain payments with respect to securities loans, gains from the sale or other disposition of stock or securities or foreign currencies (to the extent such currency gains are directly related to the regulated investment company's principal business of investing in stock or securities) and other income (including, but not limited to, gains from options, futures or forward contracts) derived with respect to its business of investing in such stock, securities or currencies (the "Income Requirement"). Under certain circumstances a Fund may be required to sell portfolio holdings to meet this requirement.
In addition to satisfying the requirements described above, each Fund must satisfy an asset diversification test in order to qualify as a regulated investment company (the "Asset Diversification Test"). Under this test, at the close of each quarter of each Fund's taxable year, at least 50% of the value of the Fund's assets must consist of cash and cash items, U.S. Government securities, securities of other regulated investment companies, and securities of other issuers, as to which the Fund has not invested more than 5% of the value of the Fund's total assets in securities of such issuer and as to which the Fund does not hold more than 10% of the outstanding voting securities of such issuer, and no more than 25% of the value of its total assets may be invested in the securities of any one issuer (other than U.S. Government securities and securities of other regulated investment companies), or in two or more issuers which the Fund controls and which are engaged in the same or similar trades or businesses.
For purposes of the Asset Diversification Test, the IRS has ruled that the issuer of a purchased listed call option on stock is the issuer of the stock underlying the option. The IRS has also informally ruled that, in general, the issuers of purchased or written call and put options on securities, of long and short positions on futures contracts on securities and of options on such future contracts are the issuers of the securities underlying such financial instruments where the instruments are traded on an exchange.
Where the writer of a listed call option owns the underlying securities, the IRS has ruled that the Asset Diversification Test will be applied solely to such securities and not to the value of the option itself. With respect to options on securities indexes, futures contracts on securities indexes and options on such futures contracts, the IRS has informally ruled that the issuers of such options and futures contracts are the separate entities whose securities are listed on the index, in proportion to the weighing of securities in the computation of the index. It is unclear under present law who should be treated as the issuer of forward foreign currency exchange contracts, of options on foreign currencies, or of foreign currency futures and related options. It has been suggested that the issuer in each case may be the foreign central bank or the foreign government backing the particular currency. Due to this uncertainty and because the Funds may not rely on informal rulings of the IRS, the Funds may find it necessary to seek a ruling from the IRS as to the application of the Asset Diversification Test to certain of the foregoing types
of financial instruments or to limit its holdings of some or all such instruments in order to stay within the limits of such test.
If for any taxable year a Fund does not qualify as a regulated investment company, all of its taxable income (including its net capital gain) will be subject to tax at regular corporate rates without any deduction for distributions to shareholders, and such distributions will be taxable as ordinary dividends to the extent of such Fund's current and accumulated earnings and profits. Such distributions generally will be eligible for the dividends received deduction in the case of corporate shareholders.
DETERMINATION OF TAXABLE INCOME OF A REGULATED INVESTMENT COMPANY. In general, gain or loss recognized by a Fund on the disposition of an asset will be a capital gain or loss. However, gain recognized on the disposition of a debt obligation purchased by a Fund at a market discount (generally, at a price less than its principal amount) will be treated as ordinary income to the extent of the portion of the market discount which accrued during the period of time the Fund held the debt obligation unless the Fund made an election to accrue market discount into income. If a Fund purchases a debt obligation that was originally issued at a discount, the Fund is generally required to include in gross income each year the portion of the original issue discount which accrues during such year. In addition, under the rules of Code Section 988, gain or loss recognized on the disposition of a debt obligation denominated in a foreign currency or an option with respect thereto (but only to the extent attributable to changes in foreign currency exchange rates), and gain or loss recognized on the disposition of a foreign currency forward contract or of foreign currency itself, will generally be treated as ordinary income or loss.
Certain hedging transactions that may be engaged in by certain of the Funds (such as short sales "against the box") may be subject to special tax treatment as "constructive sales" under Section 1259 of the Code if a Fund holds certain "appreciated financial positions" (defined generally as any interest (including a futures or forward contract, short sale or option) with respect to stock, certain debt instruments, or partnership interests if there would be a gain were such interest sold, assigned, or otherwise terminated at its fair market value). Upon entering into a constructive sales transaction with respect to an appreciated financial position, a Fund will generally be deemed to have constructively sold such appreciated financial position and will recognize gain as if such position were sold, assigned, or otherwise terminated at its fair market value on the date of such constructive sale (and will take into account any gain for the taxable year which includes such date).
Some of the forward foreign currency exchange contracts, options and
futures contracts that certain of the Funds may enter into will be subject to
special tax treatment as "Section 1256 contracts." Section 1256 contracts that a
Fund holds are treated as if they are sold for their fair market value on the
last business day of the taxable year, regardless of whether a taxpayer's
obligations (or rights) under such contracts have terminated (by delivery,
exercise, entering into a closing transaction or otherwise) as of such date. Any
gain or loss recognized as a consequence of the year-end deemed disposition of
Section 1256 contracts is combined with any other gain or loss that was
previously recognized upon the termination of Section 1256 contracts during that
taxable year. The net amount of such gain or loss for the entire taxable year
(including gain or loss arising as a consequence of the year-end deemed sale of
such contracts) is deemed to be 60% long-term and 40% short-term gain or loss.
However, in the case of Section 1256 contracts that are forward foreign currency
exchange contracts, the net gain or loss is separately determined and (as
discussed above) generally treated as ordinary income or loss. If such a future
or option is held as an offsetting position and can be considered a straddle
under Section 1092 of the Code, such a straddle will constitute a mixed
straddle. A mixed straddle will be subject to both Section 1256 and Section 1092
unless certain elections are made by the Fund.
Other hedging transactions in which the Funds may engage may result in "straddles" or "conversion transactions" for U.S. federal income tax purposes. The straddle and conversion transaction rules may affect the character of gains (or in the case of the straddle rules, losses) realized by the Funds. In addition, losses realized by the Funds on positions that are part of a straddle may be deferred under the straddle rules, rather than being taken into account in calculating the taxable income for the taxable year in which the losses are realized. Because only a few regulations implementing the straddle rules and the conversion transaction rules have been promulgated, the tax consequences to the Funds of
hedging transactions are not entirely clear. The hedging transactions may increase the amount of short-term capital gain realized by the Funds (and, if they are conversion transactions, the amount of ordinary income) which is taxed as ordinary income when distributed to shareholders.
Because application of any of the foregoing rules governing Section 1256 contracts, constructive sales, straddle and conversion transactions may affect the character of gains or losses, defer losses and/or accelerate the recognition of gains or losses from the affected investment or straddle positions, the taxable income of a Fund may exceed its book income. Accordingly, the amount which must be distributed to shareholders and which will be taxed to shareholders as ordinary income or long-term capital gain may also differ from the book income of the Fund and may be increased or decreased as compared to a fund that did not engage in such transactions.
EXCISE TAX ON REGULATED INVESTMENT COMPANIES. A 4% non-deductible excise tax is imposed on a regulated investment company that fails to distribute in each calendar year an amount equal to 98% of ordinary taxable income for the calendar year and 98% of capital gain net income (excess of capital gains over capital losses) for the one-year period ended on October 31 of such calendar year (or, at the election of a regulated investment company having a taxable year ending November 30 or December 31, for its taxable year (a "taxable year election")). The balance of such income must be distributed during the next calendar year. For the foregoing purposes, a regulated investment company is treated as having distributed any amount on which it is subject to income tax for any taxable year ending in such calendar year.
For purposes of the excise tax, a regulated investment company shall
(1) reduce its capital gain net income (but not below its net capital gain) by
the amount of any net ordinary loss for the calendar year and (2) exclude
Section 988 foreign currency gains and losses incurred after October 31 (or
after the end of its taxable year if it has made a taxable year election) in
determining the amount of ordinary taxable income for the current calendar year
(and, instead, include such gains and losses in determining ordinary taxable
income for the succeeding calendar year).
Each Fund generally intends to make sufficient distributions or deemed distributions of its ordinary taxable income and capital gain net income prior to the end of each calendar year to avoid liability for the excise tax. However, in the event that the Internal Revenue Service determines that a Fund is using an improper method of allocation for purposes of equalization accounting (as discussed above), such Fund may be liable for excise tax. Moreover, investors should note that a Fund may in certain circumstances be required to liquidate portfolio investments to make sufficient distributions to avoid excise tax liability. In addition, under certain circumstances, a Fund may elect to pay a minimal amount of excise tax.
PFIC INVESTMENTS. The Funds are permitted to invest in foreign equity securities and thus may invest in stocks of foreign companies that are classified under the Code as passive foreign investment companies ("PFICs"). In general, a foreign company is classified as a PFIC if at least one-half of its assets constitute investment-type assets or 75% or more of its gross income is investment-type income.
The application of the PFIC rules may affect, among other things, the character of gain, the amount of gain or loss and the timing of the recognition of income with respect to PFIC stock, as well as subject the Funds themselves to tax on certain income from PFIC stock. For these reasons the amount that must be distributed to shareholders, and which will be taxed to shareholders as ordinary income or long-term capital gain, may be increased or decreased substantially as compared to a fund that did not invest in PFIC stock.
SWAP AGREEMENTS. Each Fund may enter into swap agreements. The rules governing the tax aspects of swap agreements are in a developing stage and are not entirely clear in certain respects. Accordingly, while a Fund intends to account for such transactions in a manner deemed to be appropriate, the IRS might not accept such treatment. If it did not, the status of a Fund as a regulated investment company might be affected. Each Fund intends to monitor developments in this area. Certain
requirements that must be met under the Code in order for a Fund to qualify as a regulated investment company may limit the extent to which a Fund will be able to engage in swap agreements.
FUND DISTRIBUTIONS. Each Fund anticipates distributing substantially all of its investment company taxable income for each taxable year. Such distributions will be taxable to shareholders as ordinary income and treated as dividends for federal income tax purposes, but they will qualify for the 70% dividends received deduction for corporations only to the extent discussed below.
A Fund may either retain or distribute to shareholders its net capital gain (net long-term capital gain over net short-term capital loss) for each taxable year. Each Fund currently intends to distribute any such amounts. If net capital gain is distributed and designated as a capital gain dividend, it will be taxable to shareholders as long-term capital gain (currently taxable at a maximum rate of 20% for noncorporate shareholders) regardless of the length of time the shareholder has held his shares or whether such gain was recognized by the Fund prior to the date on which the shareholder acquired his shares. Conversely, if a Fund elects to retain its net capital gain, the Fund will be taxed thereon (except to the extent of any available capital loss carry forwards) at the 35% corporate tax rate. If a Fund elects to retain its net capital gain, it is expected that the Fund also will elect to have shareholders treated as if each received a distribution of its pro rata share of such gain, with the result that each shareholder will be required to report its pro rata share of such gain on its tax return as long-term capital gain, will receive a refundable tax credit for its pro rata share of tax paid by the Fund on the gain, and will increase the tax basis for its shares by an amount equal to the deemed distribution less the tax credit.
Ordinary income dividends paid by a Fund with respect to a taxable year will qualify for the 70% dividends received deduction generally available to corporations (other than corporations, such as "S" corporations, which are not eligible for the deduction because of their special characteristics and other than for purposes of special taxes such as the accumulated earnings tax and the personal holding company tax) to the extent of the amount of qualifying dividends received by the Fund from domestic corporations for the taxable year. However, the alternative minimum tax applicable to corporations may reduce the value of the dividends received deduction.
Alternative minimum tax ("AMT") is imposed in addition to, but only to the extent it exceeds, the regular tax and is computed at a maximum rate of 28% for non-corporate taxpayers and 20% for corporate taxpayers on the excess of the taxpayer's alternative minimum taxable income ("AMTI") over an exemption amount. The corporate dividends received deduction is not itself an item of tax preference that must be added back to taxable income or is otherwise disallowed in determining a corporation's AMTI. However, corporate shareholders will generally be required to take the full amount of any dividend received from the Fund into account (without a dividend received deduction) in determining their adjusted current earnings, which are used in computing an additional corporate preference item (i.e., 75% of the excess of a corporate taxpayer's adjusted current earnings over its AMTI (determined without regard to this item and the AMTI net operating loss deduction)) that is includable in AMTI. However, certain small corporations are wholly exempt from the AMT.
Distributions by a Fund that do not constitute earnings and profits will be treated as a return of capital to the extent of (and in reduction of) the shareholder's tax basis in his shares; any excess will be treated as gain from the sale of his shares.
Distributions by a Fund will be treated in the manner described above regardless of whether such distributions are paid in cash or reinvested in additional shares of the Fund (or of another Fund). Shareholders receiving a distribution in the form of additional shares will be treated as receiving a distribution in an amount equal to the fair market value of the shares received, determined as of the reinvestment date.
Ordinarily, shareholders are required to take distributions by a Fund into account in the year in which the distributions are made. However, dividends declared in October, November or December of any year and payable to shareholders of record on a specified date in such a month will be deemed to have been received by the shareholders (and made by the Fund) on December 31 of such calendar year
if such dividends are actually paid in January of the following year. Shareholders will be advised annually as to the U.S. federal income tax consequences of distributions made (or deemed made) during the year in accordance with the guidance that has been provided by the IRS.
If the net asset value of shares is reduced below a shareholder's cost as a result of a distribution by a Fund, such distribution generally will be taxable even though it represents a return of invested capital. Investors should be careful to consider the tax implications of buying shares of a Fund just prior to a distribution. The price of shares purchased at this time may reflect the amount of the forthcoming distribution. Those purchasing just prior to a distribution will receive a distribution which generally will be taxable to them.
SALE OR REDEMPTION OF SHARES. A shareholder will recognize gain or loss
on the sale or redemption of shares of a Fund in an amount equal to the
difference between the proceeds of the sale or redemption and the shareholder's
adjusted tax basis in the shares. All or a portion of any loss so recognized may
be deferred if the shareholder purchases other shares of the Fund within thirty
(30) days before or after the sale or redemption. In general, any gain or loss
arising from (or treated as arising from) the sale or redemption of shares of a
Fund will be considered capital gain or loss and will be long-term capital gain
or loss if the shares were held for longer than one year. Currently, any
long-term capital gain recognized by a non-corporate shareholder will be subject
to tax at a maximum rate of 20%. However, any capital loss arising from the sale
or redemption of shares held for six months or less will be treated as a
long-term capital loss to the extent of the amount of capital gain dividends
received on such shares. Capital losses in any year are deductible only to the
extent of capital gains plus, in the case of a non-corporate taxpayer, $3,000 of
ordinary income.
If a shareholder (a) incurs a sales load in acquiring shares of a Fund,
(b) disposes of such shares less than 91 days after they are acquired, and (c)
subsequently acquires shares of the Fund or another fund at a reduced sales load
pursuant to a right to reinvest at such reduced sales load acquired in
connection with the acquisition of the shares disposed of, then the sales load
on the shares disposed of (to the extent of the reduction in the sales load on
the shares subsequently acquired) shall not be taken into account in determining
gain or loss on the shares disposed of, but shall be treated as incurred on the
acquisition of the shares subsequently acquired. The wash sale rules may also
limit the amount of loss that may be taken into account on disposition.
BACKUP WITHHOLDING. The Funds may be required to withhold, as of January 1, 2002, 30% of distributions and/or redemption payments; however, this rate is reduced in phases to 28% for distributions made in the year 2006 and thereafter. For more information refer to "Purchase, Redemption and Pricing of Shares - Backup Withholding".
FOREIGN SHAREHOLDERS. Taxation of a shareholder who, as to the United States, is a nonresident alien individual, foreign trust or estate, foreign corporation, or foreign partnership ("foreign shareholder"), depends on whether the income from a Fund is "effectively connected" with a U.S. trade or business carried on by such shareholder. If the income from a Fund is not effectively connected with a U.S. trade or business carried on by a foreign shareholder, distributions (other than distributions of long-term capital gain) will be subject to U.S. withholding tax at the rate of 30% (or lower treaty rate) upon the gross amount of the distribution. Such a foreign shareholder would generally be exempt from U.S. federal income tax on gain realized on the redemption of shares of a Fund, capital gain dividends and amounts retained by a Fund that are designated as undistributed net capital gain.
If the income from a Fund is effectively connected with a U.S. trade or business carried on by a foreign shareholder, then ordinary income dividends, capital gain dividends and any gains realized upon the sale or redemption of shares of the Fund will be subject to U.S. federal income tax at the rates applicable to U.S. citizens or domestic corporations.
In the case of foreign non-corporate shareholders, a Fund may be required to withhold U.S. federal income tax at a rate of 30% on distributions made on or after January 1, 2002 that are otherwise
exempt from withholding tax (or taxable at a reduced treaty rate) unless such shareholders furnish the Fund with proper notification of their foreign status.
Foreign shareholders may be subject to U.S. withholding tax at a rate of 30% on the income resulting from a Fund's election to treat any foreign income tax paid by it as paid by its shareholders, but may not be able to claim a credit or deduction with respect to the withholding tax for the foreign tax treated as having been paid by them.
Foreign persons who file a United States tax return to obtain a U.S. tax refund and who are not eligible to obtain a social security number must apply to the IRS for an individual taxpayer identification number, using IRS Form W-7. For a copy of the IRS Form W-7 and accompanying instructions, please contact your tax advisor or the IRS.
Transfers by gift of shares of a Fund by a foreign shareholder who is a nonresident alien individual will not be subject to U.S. federal gift tax. An individual who, at the time of death, is a foreign shareholder will nevertheless be subject to U.S. federal estate tax with respect to shares at the graduated rates applicable to U.S. citizens and residents, unless a treaty exception applies. In the absence of a treaty, there is a $13,000 statutory estate tax credit.
The tax consequences to a foreign shareholder entitled to claim the benefits of an applicable tax treaty may be different from those described herein. Foreign shareholders are urged to consult their own tax advisers with respect to the particular tax consequences to them of an investment in a Fund, including the applicability of foreign tax.
FOREIGN INCOME TAX. Investment income received by each Fund from sources within foreign countries may be subject to foreign income tax withheld at the source. The United States has entered into tax treaties with many foreign countries which entitle the Funds to a reduced rate of, or exemption from, tax on such income. It is impossible to determine the effective rate of foreign tax in advance since the amount of a Fund's assets to be invested in various countries is not known.
If more than 50% of the value of a Fund's total assets at the close of each taxable year consists of the stock or securities of foreign corporations, the Fund may elect to "pass through" to the Fund's shareholders the amount of foreign income tax paid by the Fund (the "Foreign Tax Election"). Pursuant to the Foreign Tax Election, shareholders will be required (i) to include in gross income, even though not actually received, their respective pro-rata shares of the foreign income tax paid by the Fund that are attributable to any distributions they receive; and (ii) either to deduct their pro-rata share of foreign tax in computing their taxable income, or to use it (subject to various Code limitations) as a foreign tax credit against Federal income tax (but not both). No deduction for foreign tax may be claimed by a non-corporate shareholder who does not itemize deductions or who is subject to alternative minimum tax.
Unless certain requirements are met, a credit for foreign tax is subject to the limitation that it may not exceed the shareholder's U.S. tax (determined without regard to the availability of the credit) attributable to the shareholder's foreign source taxable income. In determining the source and character of distributions received from a Fund for this purpose, shareholders will be required to allocate Fund distributions according to the source of the income realized by the Fund. Each Fund's gain from the sale of stock and securities and certain currency fluctuation gain and loss will generally be treated as derived from U.S. sources. In addition, the limitation on the foreign tax credit is applied separately to foreign source "passive" income, such as dividend income. Individuals who have no more than $300 ($600 for married persons filing jointly) of creditable foreign tax included on Form 1099 and whose foreign source income is all "qualified passive income" may elect each year to be exempt from the foreign tax credit limitation and will be able to claim a foreign tax credit without filing Form 1116 with its corresponding requirement to report income and tax by country. Moreover, no foreign tax credit will be allowable to any shareholder who has not held his shares of the Fund for at least 16 days during the 30-day period beginning 15 days before the day such shares become ex-dividend with respect to any Fund distribution to which foreign income taxes are attributed (taking into account certain holding period reduction
requirements of the Code). Because of these limitations, shareholders may be unable to claim a credit for the full amount of their proportionate shares of the foreign income tax paid by a Fund.
EFFECT OF FUTURE LEGISLATION; LOCAL TAX CONSIDERATIONS. The foregoing general discussion of U.S. federal income tax consequences is based on the Code and the regulations issued thereunder as in effect on the date of this Statement of Additional Information. Future legislative or administrative changes or court decisions may significantly change the conclusions expressed herein, and any such changes or decisions may have a retroactive effect with respect to the transactions contemplated herein.
Rules of state and local taxation of income and capital gain dividends may differ from the rules for U.S. federal income taxation described above. Distributions may also be subject to additional state, local and foreign taxes depending on each shareholder's particular situation. Non-U.S. shareholders may be subject to U.S. tax rules that differ significantly from those summarized above. Shareholders are urged to consult their tax advisers as to the consequences of these and other state and local tax rules affecting investment in the Funds.
DISTRIBUTION OF SECURITIES
DISTRIBUTION PLANS
The Trust has adopted distribution plans pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act with respect to each Fund's Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares (collectively the "Plans"). Each Fund, pursuant to the Plans, pays AIM Distributors compensation at the annual rate, shown immediately below, of the Fund's average daily net assets of the applicable class.
FUND CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C ---- ------- ------- ------- AIM Developing Markets Fund 0.50% 1.00% 1.00% AIM Global Energy Fund 0.50% 1.00% 1.00% AIM Global Financial Services Fund 0.50% 1.00% 1.00% AIM Global Health Care Fund 0.50% 1.00% 1.00% AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 0.50% 1.00% 1.00% AIM Libra Fund 0.35% 1.00% 1.00% AIM Strategic Income Fund 0.35% 1.00% 1.00% |
All of the Plans compensate AIM Distributors for the purpose of financing any activity which is primarily intended to result in the sale of shares of the Funds. Such activities include, but are not limited to, the following: printing of prospectuses and statements of additional information and reports for other than existing shareholders; overhead; preparation and distribution of advertising material and sales literature; expenses of organizing and conducting sales seminars; supplemental payments to dealers and other institutions such as asset-based sales charges or as payments of service fees under shareholder service arrangements; and costs of administering each Plan.
Amounts payable by a Fund under the Plans need not be directly related to the expenses actually incurred by AIM Distributors on behalf of each Fund. The Plans do not obligate the Funds to reimburse AIM Distributors for the actual expenses AIM Distributors may incur in fulfilling its obligations under the Plans. Thus, even if AIM Distributors' actual expenses exceed the fee payable to AIM Distributors at any given time, the Funds will not be obligated to pay more than that fee. If AIM Distributors' expenses are less than the fee it receives, AIM Distributors will retain the full amount of the fee.
AIM Distributors may from time to time waive or reduce any portion of its 12b-1 fee for Class A shares or Class C shares. Voluntary fee waivers or reductions may be rescinded at any time without further notice to investors. During periods of voluntary fee waivers or reductions, AIM Distributors will retain its ability to be reimbursed for such fee prior to the end of each fiscal year. Contractual fee waivers
or reductions set forth in the Fee Table in a Prospectus may not be terminated or amended to the Funds' detriment during the period stated in the agreement between AIM Distributors and the Fund.
The Funds may pay a service fee of 0.25% of the average daily net assets of the Class A, Class B or Class C shares attributable to the customers of selected dealers and financial institutions, to such dealers and financial institutions including AIM Distributors, acting as principal, who furnish continuing personal shareholder services to their customers who purchase and own the applicable class of shares of the Fund. Under the terms of a shareholder service agreement, such personal shareholder services include responding to customer inquiries and providing customers with information about their investments. Any amounts not paid as a service fee under each Plan would constitute an asset-based sales charge.
Under a Shareholder Service Agreement, a Fund agrees to pay periodically fees to selected dealers and other institutions who render the foregoing services to their customers. The fees payable under a Shareholder Service Agreement will be calculated at the end of each payment period for each business day of the Funds during such period at the annual rate specified in each agreement based on the average daily net asset value of the Funds' shares purchased or acquired through exchange. Fees shall be paid only to those selected dealers or other institutions who are dealers or institutions of record at the close of business on the last business day of the applicable payment period for the account in which such Fund's shares are held.
Selected dealers and other institutions entitled to receive compensation for selling Fund shares may receive different compensation for selling shares of one particular class over another. Under the Plans, certain financial institutions which have entered into service agreements and which sell shares of the Funds on an agency basis, may receive payments from the Funds pursuant to the respective Plans. AIM Distributors does not act as principal, but rather as agent for the Funds, in making dealer incentive and shareholder servicing payments to dealers and other financial institutions under the Plans. These payments are an obligation of the Funds and not of AIM Distributors.
Payments pursuant to the Plans are subject to any applicable limitations imposed by rules of the National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. ("NASD").
See Appendix I for a list of the amounts paid by each class of shares of each Fund to AIM Distributors pursuant to the Plans for the year, or period, ended October 31, 2002 and Appendix J for an estimate by category of the allocation of actual fees paid by each class of shares of each Fund pursuant to its respective distribution plan for the year or period ended October 31, 2002.
As required by Rule 12b-1, the Plans and related forms of Shareholder Service Agreements were approved by the Board of Trustees, including a majority of the trustees who are not "interested persons" (as defined in the 1940 Act) of the Trust and who have no direct or indirect financial interest in the operation of the Plans or in any agreements related to the Plans (the "Rule 12b-1 Trustees"). In approving the Plans in accordance with the requirements of Rule 12b-1, the trustees considered various factors and determined that there is a reasonable likelihood that the Plans would benefit each class of the Funds and its respective shareholders.
The anticipated benefits that may result from the Plans with respect to each Fund and/or the classes of each Fund and its shareholders include but are not limited to the following: (1) rapid account access; (2) relatively predictable flow of cash; and (3) a well-developed, dependable network of shareholder service agents to help curb sharp fluctuations in rates of redemptions and sales, thereby reducing the chance that an unanticipated increase in net redemptions could adversely affect the performance of each Fund.
Unless terminated earlier in accordance with their terms, the Plans continue from year to year as long as such continuance is specifically approved, in person, at least annually by the Board of Trustees, including a majority of the Rule 12b-1 Trustees. A Plan may be terminated as to any Fund or class by the
vote of a majority of the Rule 12b-1 Trustees or, with respect to a particular class, by the vote of a majority of the outstanding voting securities of that class.
Any change in the Plans that would increase materially the distribution expenses paid by the applicable class requires shareholder approval; otherwise, the Plans may be amended by the trustees, including a majority of the Rule 12b-1 Trustees, by votes cast in person at a meeting called for the purpose of voting upon such amendment. As long as the Plans are in effect, the selection or nomination of the Independent Trustees is committed to the discretion of the Independent Trustees.
The Class B Plan obligates Class B shares to continue to make payments to AIM Distributors following termination of the Class B shares Distribution Agreement with respect to Class B shares sold by or attributable to the distribution efforts of AIM Distributors or its predecessors, unless there has been a complete termination of the Class B Plan (as defined in such Plan) and the Class B Plan expressly authorizes AIM Distributors to assign, transfer or pledge its rights to payments pursuant to the Class B Plan.
DISTRIBUTOR
The Trust has entered into master distribution agreements, as amended, relating to the Funds (the "Distribution Agreements") with AIM Distributors, a registered broker-dealer and a wholly owned subsidiary of AIM, pursuant to which AIM Distributors acts as the distributor of shares of the Funds. The address of AIM Distributors is P.O. Box 4739, Houston, Texas 77210-4739. Certain trustees and officers of the Trust are affiliated with AIM Distributors. See "Management of the Trust."
The Distribution Agreements provide AIM Distributors with the exclusive right to distribute shares of the Funds on a continuous basis directly and through other broker dealers with whom AIM Distributors has entered into selected dealer agreements. AIM Distributors has not undertaken to sell any specified number of shares of any classes of the Funds.
AIM Distributors expects to pay sales commissions from its own resources to dealers and institutions who sell Class B and Class C shares of the Funds at the time of such sales.
Payments with respect to Class B shares will equal 4.00% of the purchase price of the Class B shares sold by the dealer or institution, and will consist of a sales commission equal to 3.75% of the purchase price of the Class B shares sold plus an advance of the first year service fee of 0.25% with respect to such shares. The portion of the payments to AIM Distributors under the Class B Plan which constitutes an asset-based sales charge (0.75%) is intended in part to permit AIM Distributors to recoup a portion of such sales commissions plus financing costs. In the future, if multiple distributors serve a Fund, each such distributor (or its assignee or transferee) would receive a share of the payments under the Class B Plan based on the portion of the Fund's Class B shares sold by or attributable to the distribution efforts of that distributor.
AIM Distributors may pay sales commissions to dealers and institutions who sell Class C shares of the AIM Funds at the time of such sales. Payments with respect to Class C shares will equal 1.00% of the purchase price of the Class C shares sold by the dealer or institution, and will consist of a sales commission of 0.75% of the purchase price of the Class C shares sold plus an advance of the first year service fee of 0.25% with respect to such shares. AIM Distributors will retain all payments received by it relating to Class C shares for the first year after they are purchased. The portion of the payments to AIM Distributors under the Class A and Class C Plan attributable to Class C shares which constitutes an asset-based sales charge (0.75%) is intended in part to permit AIM Distributors to recoup a portion of the sales commissions to dealers plus financing costs, if any. After the first full year, AIM Distributors will make quarterly payments to dealers and institutions based on the average net asset value of Class C shares which are attributable to shareholders for whom the dealers and institutions are designated as dealers of record. These payments will consist of an asset-based sales charge of 0.75% and a service fee of 0.25%
The Trust (on behalf of any class of any Fund) or AIM Distributors may terminate the Distribution Agreements on sixty (60) days' written notice without penalty. The Distribution Agreements will terminate automatically in the event of their assignment. In the event the Class B shares Distribution Agreement is terminated, AIM Distributors would continue to receive payments of asset-based distribution fees in respect of the outstanding Class B shares attributable to the distribution efforts of AIM Distributors or its predecessors; provided, however that a complete termination of the Class B Plan (as defined in such Plan) would terminate all payments to AIM Distributors. Termination of the Class B Plan or the Distribution Agreement for Class B shares would not affect the obligation of Class B shareholders to pay contingent deferred sales charges.
Total sales charges (front end and contingent deferred sales charges) paid in connection with the sale of shares of each class of each Fund, if applicable, for the last three fiscal years ended October 31 are found in Appendix K.
CALCULATION OF PERFORMANCE DATA
Although performance data may be useful to prospective investors when comparing a Fund's performance with other funds and other potential investments, investors should note that the methods of computing performance of other potential investments are not necessarily comparable to the methods employed by a Fund.
Average Annual Total Return Quotation
The standard formula for calculating average annual total return is as follows:
n P(1+T) =ERV
Where P = a hypothetical initial payment of $1,000;
T = average annual total return (assuming the applicable
maximum sales load is deducted at the beginning of the
one, five, or ten year periods);
n = number of years; and
ERV = ending redeemable value of a hypothetical $1,000 payment
at the end of the one, five, or ten year periods (or
fractional portion of such period).
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The average annual total returns for each Fund, with respect to its Class A, Class B and Class C shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31 are found in Appendix L.
Total returns quoted in advertising reflect all aspects of a Fund's return, including the effect of reinvesting dividends and capital gain distributions, and any change in the Fund's net asset value per share over the period. Cumulative total return reflects the performance of a Fund over a stated period of time. Average annual total returns are calculated by determining the growth or decline in value of a hypothetical investment in a Fund over a stated period of time, and then calculating the annually compounded percentage rate that would have produced the same result if the rate of growth or decline in value had been constant over the period.
Each Fund's total return is calculated in accordance with a standardized formula for computation of annualized total return. Standardized total return for: (1) Class A shares reflects the deduction of a Fund's maximum front-end sales charge, at the time of purchase; and (2) Class B and Class C shares reflects the deduction of the maximum applicable CDSC, on a redemption of shares held for the period.
A Fund's total return shows its overall change in value, including changes in share price and assuming all the Fund's dividends and capital gain distributions are reinvested. A cumulative total return reflects the Fund's performance over a stated period of time. An average annual total return reflects the
hypothetical compounded annual rate of return that would have produced the same cumulative total return if the Fund's performance had been constant over the entire period. Because average annual returns tend to even out variations in the Fund's return, investors should recognize that such returns are not the same as actual year-by-year results. To illustrate the components of overall performance, a Fund may separate its cumulative and average annual returns into income results and capital gains or losses.
Alternative Total Return Quotations
Standard total return quotes may be accompanied by total return figures calculated by alternative methods. For example, average annual total return may be calculated without assuming payment of the full sales load according to the following formula:
n P(1+U) =ERV
Where P = a hypothetical initial payment of $1,000;
U = average annual total return assuming payment of only a
stated portion of, or none of, the applicable maximum sales
load at the beginning of the stated period;
n = number of years; and
ERV = ending redeemable value of a hypothetical $1,000 payment at
the end of the stated period.
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Cumulative total return across a stated period may be calculated as follows:
P(1+V)=ERV
Where P = a hypothetical initial payment of $1,000;
V = cumulative total return assuming payment of all of, a
stated portion of, or none of, the applicable maximum
sales load at the beginning of the stated period; and
ERV = ending redeemable value of a hypothetical $1,000 payment
at the end of the stated period.
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The cumulative total returns for each Fund, with respect to its Class A, Class B and Class C shares for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31 are found in Appendix L.
Average Annual Total Return (After Taxes on Distributions) Quotation
A Fund's average annual total return (after taxes on distributions) shows its overall change in value, including changes in share price and assuming all the Fund's dividends and capital gain distributions are reinvested. It reflects the deduction of federal income taxes on distributions, but not on redemption proceeds. Average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions) are calculated by determining the after-tax growth or decline in value of a hypothetical investment in a Fund over a stated period of time, and then calculating the annually compounded percentage rate that would have produced the same result if the rate of growth or decline in value had been constant over the period. Because average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions) tend to even out variations in the Fund's return, investors should recognize that such returns are not the same as actual year-by-year results. To illustrate the components of overall performance, a Fund may separate its average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions) into income results and capital gains or losses.
The standard formula for calculating average annual total return (after taxes on distributions) is:
n
P(1+T) = ATV
D
Where P = a hypothetical initial payment of $1,000;
T = average annual total return (after taxes on distributions);
N = number of years; and
ATV = ending value of a hypothetical $1,000 payment made at the
D beginning of the one, five, or ten year periods (or since
inception, if applicable) at the end of the one, five, or
ten year periods (or since inception, if applicable),
after taxes on fund distributions but not after taxes on
redemption.
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Standardized average annual total return (after taxes on distributions) for (1) Class A shares reflects the deduction of a Fund's maximum front-end sales charge at the time of purchase; and (2) Class B and Class C shares reflects the deduction of the maximum applicable CDSC on a redemption of shares held for the period.
The after-tax returns assume all distributions by a Fund, less the taxes due on such distributions, are reinvested at the price calculated as stated in the prospectus on the reinvestment dates during the period. Taxes on a Fund's distributions are calculated by applying to each component of the distribution (e.g., ordinary income and long-term capital gain) the highest corresponding individual marginal federal income tax rates in effect on the reinvestment date. The taxable amount and tax character of each distribution is as specified by the Fund on the dividend declaration date, but reflects any subsequent recharacterizations of distributions. The effect of applicable tax credits, such as the foreign tax credit, are also taken into account. The calculations only reflect federal taxes, and thus do not reflect state and local taxes or the impact of the federal alternative minimum tax.
The average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions) for each Fund, with respect to its Class A, Class B and Class C shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31 are found in Appendix L.
Average Annual Total Return (After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares) Quotation
A Fund's average annual total return (after taxes on distributions and sale of Fund shares) shows its overall change in value, including changes in share price and assuming all the Fund's dividends and capital gain distributions are reinvested. It reflects the deduction of federal income taxes on both distributions and proceeds. Average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions and redemption) are calculated by determining the after-tax growth or decline in value of a hypothetical investment in a Fund over a stated period of time, and then calculating the annually compounded percentage rate that would have produced the same result if the rate of growth or decline in value had been constant over the period. Because average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions and redemption) tend to even out variations in the Fund's return, investors should recognize that such returns are not the same as actual year-by-year results. To illustrate the components of overall performance, a Fund may separate its average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions and redemption) into income results and capital gains or losses.
The standard formula for calculating average annual total return (after taxes on distributions and redemption) is:
n
P(1+T) = ATV
DR
Where P = a hypothetical initial payment of $1,000;
T = average annual total return (after taxes on distributions
and redemption);
N = number of years; and
ATV = ending value of a hypothetical $1,000 payment made at the
DR beginning of the one, five, or ten year periods (or since
inception, if applicable) at the end of the one, five, or
ten year periods (or since inception, if applicable),
after taxes on fund distributions and redemption.
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Standardized average annual total return (after taxes on distributions and redemption) for: (1) Class A shares reflects the deduction of a Fund's maximum front-end sales charge at the time of purchase; and (2) Class B and Class C shares reflects the deduction of the maximum applicable CDSC on a redemption of shares held for the period.
The after-tax returns assume all distributions by a Fund, less the taxes due on such distributions, are reinvested at the price calculated as stated in the prospectus on the reinvestment dates during the period. Taxes due on a Fund's distributions are calculated by applying to each component of the distribution (e.g., ordinary income and long-term capital gain) the highest corresponding individual marginal federal income tax rates in effect on the reinvestment date. The taxable amount and tax character of each distribution is as specified by the Fund on the dividend declaration date, but reflects any subsequent recharacterizations of distributions. The effect of applicable tax credits, such as the foreign tax credit, are also taken into account. The calculations only reflect federal taxes, and thus do not reflect state and local taxes or the impact of the federal alternative minimum tax.
The ending values for each period assume a complete liquidation of all shares. The ending values for each period are determined by subtracting capital gains taxes resulting from the sale of Fund shares and adding the tax benefit from capital losses resulting from the sale of Fund shares. The capital gain or loss upon sale of Fund shares is calculated by subtracting the tax basis from the proceeds. Capital gains taxes (or the benefit resulting from tax losses) are calculated using the highest federal individual capital gains tax rate for gains of the appropriate character (e.g., ordinary income or long-term) in effect on the date of the sale of Fund shares and in accordance with federal tax law applicable on that date. The calculations assume that a shareholder may deduct all capital losses in full.
The basis of shares acquired through the $1,000 initial investment are tracked separately from subsequent purchases through reinvested distributions. The basis for a reinvested distribution is the distribution net of taxes paid on the distribution. Tax basis is adjusted for any distributions representing returns of capital and for any other tax basis adjustments that would apply to an individual taxpayer.
The amount and character (i.e., short-term or long-term) of capital gain or loss upon sale of Fund shares is determined separately for shares acquired through the $1,000 initial investment and each subsequent purchase through reinvested distributions. The tax character is determined by the length of the measurement period in the case of the initial $1,000 investment and the length of the period between reinvestment and the end of the measurement period in the case of reinvested distributions.
The average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions and redemption) for each Fund, with respect to its Class A, Class B and Class C shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31 are found in Appendix L.
Yield Quotation
Yield is a function of the type and quality of a Fund's investments, the maturity of the securities held in a Fund's portfolio and the operating expense ratio of the Fund. Yield is computed in accordance
with standardized formulas described below and can be expected to fluctuate from time to time and is not necessarily indicative of future results. Accordingly, yield information may not provide a basis for comparison with investments which pay a fixed rate of interest for a stated period of time.
Income calculated for purposes of calculating a Fund's yield differs from income as determined for other accounting purposes. Because of the different accounting methods used, and because of the compounding assumed in yield calculations, the yield quoted for a Fund may differ from the rate of distributions from the Fund paid over the same period or the rate of income reported in the Fund's financial statements.
The standard formula for calculating yield for each Fund is as follows:
Where a = dividends and interest earned during a stated 30-day period.
For purposes of this calculation, dividends are accrued rather
than recorded on the ex-dividend date. Interest earned under
this formula must generally be calculated based on the yield
to maturity of each obligation (or, if more appropriate, based
on yield to call date).
b = expenses accrued during period (net of reimbursements).
c = the average daily number of shares outstanding during the
period that were entitled to receive dividends.
d = the maximum offering price per share on the last day of the
period.
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A Fund may quote its distribution rate, which uses the most recent dividend paid annualized as a percentage of the Fund's offering price.
The yield and distribution rate for AIM Strategic Income Fund for the 30-day period ended October 31, 2002 is found in Appendix L.
Performance Information
All advertisements of the Funds will disclose the maximum sales charge (including deferred sales charges) imposed on purchases of a Fund's shares. If any advertised performance data does not reflect the maximum sales charge (if any), such advertisement will disclose that the sales charge has not been deducted in computing the performance data, and that, if reflected, the maximum sales charge would reduce the performance quoted. Further information regarding each Fund's performance is contained in that Fund's annual report to shareholders, which is available upon request and without charge.
From time to time, AIM or its affiliates may waive all or a portion of their fees and/or assume certain expenses of any Fund. Fee waivers or reductions or commitments to reduce expenses will have the effect of increasing that Fund's yield and total return.
Certain Funds may participate in the initial public offering (IPO) market in some market cycles. Because of these Funds' small asset bases, any investment the Funds may make in IPOs may significantly affect these Funds' total returns. As the Funds' assets grow, the impact of IPO investments will decline, which may reduce the effect of IPO investments on the Funds' total returns.
The performance of each Fund will vary from time to time and past results are not necessarily indicative of future results.
Total return and yield figures for the Funds are neither fixed nor guaranteed. The Funds may provide performance information in reports, sales literature and advertisements. The Funds may also, from time to time, quote information about the Funds published or aired by publications or other media entities which contain articles or segments relating to investment results or other data about one or more of the Funds. The following is a list of such publications or media entities:
Advertising Age Fortune Pensions & Investments Barron's Hartford Courant Inc. Personal Investor Best's Review Institutional Investor Philadelphia Inquirer Broker World Insurance Forum USA Today Business Week Insurance Week U.S. News & World Report Changing Times Investor's Business Daily Wall Street Journal Christian Science Monitor Journal of the American Washington Post Consumer Reports Society of CLU & ChFC Economist Kiplinger Letter CNN FACS of the Week Money CNBC Financial Planning Mutual Fund Forecaster PBS Financial Product News Nation's Business Financial World New York Times Forbes Pension World |
Each Fund may also compare its performance to performance data of similar mutual funds as published by the following services:
Bank Rate Monitor Stanger Donoghue's Weisenberger Mutual Fund Values (Morningstar) Lipper, Inc. |
Each Fund's performance may also be compared in advertising to the performance of comparative benchmarks such as the following:
Goldman Technology Index Lehman Brothers High Yield Index J P Morgan Global Government Bond Index MSCI All Country World Free Index Lipper Emerging Markets Fund Index MSCI All Country World Sector Index Lipper Natural Resources Fund Index MSCI Emerging Markets Free Index Lipper Financial Services Fund Index MSCI World Health Care Sector Index Lipper Multi-Sector Income Fund Index Pacific Stock Exchange Technology 100 Index Lipper Health/Biotech Fund Index Standard & Poor's Energy Index Lipper Multi-Sector Income Fund Index Standard & Poor's 500 Stock Index Lipper Science and Technology Fund Index NASDAQ Index Lehman Brothers Aggregate Bond Index NYSE Finance Index |
Each Fund may also compare its performance to rates on Certificates of Deposit and other fixed rate investments such as the following:
10 year Treasury Notes
90 day Treasury Bills
Advertising for the Funds may from time to time include discussions of general economic conditions and interest rates. Advertising for such Funds may also include references to the use of those Funds as part of an individual's overall retirement investment program. From time to time, sales literature and/or advertisements for any of the Funds may disclose: (i) the largest holdings in the Funds' portfolios; (ii) certain selling group members; (iii) certain institutional shareholders; (iv) measurements of risk, including standard deviation, Beta and Sharpe ratios; and/or (v) capitalization and sector analyses of holdings in the Funds' portfolios.
From time to time, the Funds' sales literature and/or advertisements may discuss generic topics pertaining to the mutual fund industry. This includes, but is not limited to, literature addressing general information about mutual funds, discussions regarding investment styles, such as the growth, value or GARP (growth at a reasonable price) styles of investing, variable annuities, dollar-cost averaging, stocks,
bonds, money markets, certificates of deposit, retirement, retirement plans, asset allocation, tax-free investing, college planning and inflation.
APPENDIX A
RATINGS OF DEBT SECURITIES
The following is a description of the factors underlying the debt ratings of Moody's, S&P and Fitch:
MOODY'S BOND RATINGS
Moody's describes its ratings for corporate bonds as follows:
Aaa: Bonds which are rated Aaa are judged to be of the best quality. They carry the smallest degree of investment risk and are generally referred to as "gilt-edge." Interest payments are protected by a large or by an exceptionally stable margin and principal is secure. While the various protective elements are likely to change, such changes as can be visualized are most unlikely to impair the fundamentally strong position of such issues.
Aa: Bonds which are rated Aa are judged to be of high quality by all standards. Together with the Aaa group they comprise what are generally known as high grade bonds. These are rated lower than the best bonds because margins of protection may not be as large as in Aaa securities or fluctuation of protective elements may be of greater amplitude or there may be other elements present which make the long-term risk appear somewhat larger than the Aaa securities.
A: Bonds which are rated A possess many favorable investment attributes and are to be considered as upper-medium-grade obligations. Factors giving security to principal and interest are considered adequate, but elements may be present which suggest a susceptibility to impairment sometime in the future.
Baa: Bonds which are rated Baa are considered as medium-grade obligations, i.e., they are neither highly protected nor poorly secured. Interest payments and principal security appear adequate for the present but certain protective elements may be lacking or may be characteristically unreliable over any great length of time. Such bonds lack outstanding investment characteristics and in fact have speculative characteristics as well.
Ba: Bonds which are rated Ba are judged to have speculative elements; their future cannot be considered as well assured. Often the protection of interest and principal payments may be very moderate and thereby not well safeguarded during both good and bad times over the future. Uncertainty of position characterizes bonds in this class.
B: Bonds which are rated B generally lack characteristics of the desirable investment. Assurance of interest and principal payments or of maintenance of other terms of the contract over any long period of time may be small.
Caa: Bonds which are rated Caa are of poor standing. Such issues may be in default or there may be present elements of danger with respect to principal or interest.
Ca: Bonds which are rated Ca represent obligations which are speculative in a high degree. Such issues are often in default or have other marked shortcomings.
C: Bonds which are rated C are the lowest rated class of bonds, and issues so rated can be regarded as having extremely poor prospects of ever attaining any real investment standing.
Note: Moody's applies numerical modifiers 1, 2, and 3 in each generic rating classification from Aa through Caa in its corporate bond rating system. The modifier 1 indicates that the security ranks in
the higher end of its generic rating category; the modifier 2 indicates a mid-range ranking; and the modifier 3 indicates that the issue ranks in the lower end of its generic rating category.
MOODY'S MUNICIPAL BOND RATINGS
Aaa: Bonds rated Aaa are judged to be of the best quality. They carry the smallest degree of investment risk and are generally referred to as "gilt edge." Interest payments are protected by a large or by an exceptionally stable margin and principal is secure. While the various protective elements are likely to change, such changes as can be visualized are most unlikely to impair the fundamentally strong position of such issues.
Aa: Bonds rated Aa are judged to be of high quality by all standards. Together with the Aaa group they comprise what are generally known as high grade bonds. They are rated lower than the best bonds because margins of protection may not be as large as in Aaa securities or fluctuation of protective elements may be of greater amplitude or there may be other elements present which make the long-term risks appear somewhat larger than in Aaa securities.
A: Bonds rated A possess many favorable investment attributes and are to be considered as upper medium grade obligations. Factors giving security to principal and interest are considered adequate, but elements may be present which suggest a susceptibility to impairment sometime in the future.
Baa: Bonds rated Baa are considered as medium grade obligations, i.e., they are neither highly protected nor poorly secured. Interest payments and principal security appear adequate for the present but certain protective elements may be lacking or may be characteristically unreliable over any great length of time. Such bonds lack outstanding investment characteristics and in fact have speculative characteristics as well.
Ba: Bonds rated Ba are judged to have speculative elements; their future cannot be considered as well assured. Often the protection of interest and principal payments may be very moderate and thereby not well safeguarded during both good and bad times over the future. Uncertainty of position characterizes bonds in this class.
B: Bonds rated B generally lack characteristics of the desirable investment. Assurance of interest and principal payments or of maintenance of other terms of the contract over any long period of time may be small.
Caa: Bonds rated Caa are of poor standing. Such issues may be in default or there may be present elements of danger with respect to principal or interest.
Ca: Bonds rated Ca represent obligations which are speculative in a high degree. Such issues are often in default or have other marked shortcomings.
C: Bonds rated C are the lowest rated class of bonds and issues so rated can be regarded as having extremely poor prospects of ever attaining any real investment standing.
Note: Bonds in the Aa group which Moody's believes possess the strongest investment attributes are designated by the symbol Aa1.
Note: Also, Moody's applies numerical modifiers 1, 2, and 3 in each generic rating classification from Aa to B. The modifier 1 indicates that the issue ranks in the higher end of its generic rating category; the modifier 2 indicates a mid-range ranking; and the modifier 3 indicates that the issue ranks in the lower end of its generic category.
MOODY'S DUAL RATINGS
In the case of securities with a demand feature, two ratings are assigned: one representing an evaluation of the degree of risk associated with scheduled principal and interest payments, and the other representing an evaluation of the degree of risk associated with the demand feature.
MOODY'S SHORT-TERM LOAN RATINGS
Moody's ratings for state and municipal short-term obligations will be designated Moody's Investment Grade or (MIG). Such ratings recognize the differences between short-term credit risk and long-term risk. Factors affecting the liquidity of the borrower and short-term cyclical elements are critical in short-term ratings, while other factors of major importance in bond risk, long-term secular trends for example, may be less important over the short run.
A short-term rating may also be assigned on an issue having a demand feature variable rate demand obligation (VRDO). Such ratings will be designated as VMIG or, if the demand feature is not rated, as NR. Short-term ratings on issues with demand features are differentiated by the use of the VMIG symbol to reflect such characteristics as payment upon periodic demand rather than fixed maturity dates and payment relying on external liquidity. Additionally, investors should be alert to the fact that the source of payment may be limited to the external liquidity with no or limited legal recourse to the issuer in the event the demand is not met.
A VMIG rating may also be assigned to commercial paper programs. Such programs are characterized as having variable short-term maturities but having neither a variable rate nor demand feature.
Moody's short-term ratings are designated Moody's Investment Grade as MIG 1 or VMIG 1 through MIG 4 or VMIG 4.
Gradations of investment quality are indicated by rating symbols, with each symbol representing a group in which the quality characteristics are broadly the same.
MIG 1/VMIG 1: This designation denotes best quality. There is present strong protection by established cash flows, superior liquidity support or demonstrated broad-based access to the market for refinancing.
MIG 2/VMIG 2: This designation denotes high quality. Margins of protection are ample although not so large as in the preceding group.
MIG 3/VMIG 3: This designation denotes favorable quality. All security elements are accounted for but there is lacking the undeniable strength of the preceding grades. Liquidity and cash flow protection may be narrow and market access for refinancing is likely to be less well established.
MIG 4/VMIG 4: This designation denotes adequate quality. Protection commonly regarded as required of an investment security is present and although not distinctly or predominantly speculative, there is specific risk.
MOODY'S COMMERCIAL PAPER RATINGS
Moody's commercial paper ratings are opinions of the ability of issuers to repay punctually promissory obligations not having an original maturity in excess of nine months.
PRIME-1: Issuers rated Prime-1 (or related supporting institutions) have a
superior capacity for repayment of short-term promissory obligations. Prime-1
repayment capacity will normally be evidenced by the following characteristics:
leading market positions in well-established industries; high rates of return on
funds employed; conservative capitalization structures with moderate reliance on
debt and
ample asset protection; broad margins in earnings coverage of fixed financial charges and high internal cash generation; and well-established access to a range of financial markets and assured sources of alternate liquidity.
PRIME-2: Issuers rated Prime-2 (or related supporting institutions) have a strong capacity for repayment of short-term promissory obligations. This will normally be evidenced by many of the characteristics cited above but to a lesser degree. Earnings trends and coverage ratios, while sound, will be more subject to variation. Capitalization characteristics, while still appropriate, may be more affected by external conditions. Ample alternate liquidity is maintained.
PRIME-3: Issuers rated Prime-3 (or related supported institutions) have an acceptable capacity for repayment of short-term promissory obligations. The effects of industry characteristics and market composition may be more pronounced. Variability in earnings and profitability may result in changes in the level of debt protection measurements and the requirement for relatively high financial leverage. Adequate alternate liquidity is maintained.
NOT PRIME: Issuers rated Not Prime do not fall within any of the Prime rating categories.
Note: A Moody's commercial paper rating may also be assigned as an evaluation of the demand feature of a short-term or long-term security with a put option.
S&P BOND RATINGS
S&P describes its ratings for corporate bonds as follows:
AAA: Debt rated AAA has the highest rating assigned by S&P. Capacity to pay interest and repay principal is extremely strong.
AA: Debt rated AA has a very strong capacity to pay interest and repay principal and differs from the highest rated issues only in a small degree.
A: Debt rated A has a strong capacity to pay interest and repay principal although it is somewhat more susceptible to the adverse effects of changes in circumstances and economic conditions than debt in higher rated categories.
BBB: Debt rated BBB is regarded as having an adequate capacity to pay interest and repay principal. Whereas it normally exhibits adequate protection parameters, adverse economic conditions or changing circumstances are more likely to lead to a weakened capacity to pay interest and repay principal for debt in this category than in higher rated categories.
BB-B-CCC-CC-C: Debt rated BB, B, CCC, CC and C is regarded as having predominantly speculative characteristics with respect to capacity to pay interest and repay principal. BB indicates the lowest degree of speculation and C the highest. While such debt will likely have some quality and protective characteristics, these are outweighed by large uncertainties or large exposure to adverse conditions.
S&P MUNICIPAL BOND RATINGS
An S&P municipal bond rating is a current assessment of the creditworthiness of an obligor with respect to a specific obligation. This assessment may take into consideration obligors such as guarantors, insurers, or lessees.
The ratings are based, in varying degrees, on the following considerations: likelihood of default - capacity and willingness of the obligor as to the timely payment of interest and repayment of principal in accordance with the terms of the obligation; nature of and provisions of the obligation; and protection
afforded by, and relative position of, the obligation in the event of bankruptcy, reorganization, or other arrangement under the laws of bankruptcy and other laws affecting creditors' rights.
AAA
Debt rated AAA has the highest rating assigned by S&P. Capacity to pay interest and repay principal is extremely strong.
AA
Debt rated AA has a very strong capacity to pay interest and repay principal and differs from the highest rated issues only in a small degree.
Note: Ratings within the AA and A major rating categories may be modified by the addition of a plus (+) sign or minus (-) sign to show relative standing.
S&P DUAL RATINGS
S&P assigns "dual" ratings to all debt issues that have a put option or demand feature as part of their structure.
The first rating addresses the likelihood of repayment of principal and interest as due, and the second rating addresses only the demand feature. The long-term debt rating symbols are used for bonds to denote the long-term maturity and the commercial paper rating symbols for the put option (for example, AAA/A-1+). With short-term demand debt, the note rating symbols are used with the commercial paper rating symbols (for example, SP-1+/A-1+).
S&P MUNICIPAL NOTE RATINGS
An S&P note rating reflects the liquidity factors and market-access risks unique to notes. Notes maturing in three years or less will likely receive a note rating. Notes maturing beyond three years will most likely receive a long-term debt rating. The following criteria will be used in making that assessment: amortization schedule (the larger the final maturity relative to other maturities, the more likely the issue will be treated as a note); and source of payment (the more the issue depends on the market for its refinancing, the more likely it is to be treated as a note).
Note rating symbols and definitions are as follows:
SP-1: Strong capacity to pay principal and interest. Issues determined to possess very strong characteristics are given a plus (+) designation.
SP-2: Satisfactory capacity to pay principal and interest, with some vulnerability to adverse financial and economic changes over the term of the notes.
SP-3: Speculative capacity to pay principal and interest.
S&P COMMERCIAL PAPER RATINGS
An S&P commercial paper rating is a current assessment of the likelihood of timely payment of debt having an original maturity of no more than 365 days.
Rating categories are as follows:
A-1: This highest category indicates that the degree of safety regarding timely payment is strong. Those issues determined to possess extremely strong safety characteristics are denoted with a plus sign (+) designation.
A-2: Capacity for timely payment on issues with this designation is satisfactory. However, the relative degree of safety is not as high as for issues designated A-1.
A-3: Issues carrying this designation have adequate capacity for timely payment. They are, however, more vulnerable to the adverse effects of changes in circumstances than obligations carrying the higher designations.
B: Issues with this rating are regarded as having only speculative capacity for timely payment.
C: This rating is assigned to short-term debt obligations with a doubtful capacity for payment.
D: Debt with this rating is in payment default. The D rating category is used when interest payments or principal payments are not made on the date due, even if the applicable grace period has not expired, unless it is believed that such payments will be made during such grace period.
FITCH INVESTMENT GRADE BOND RATINGS
Fitch investment grade bond ratings provide a guide to investors in determining the credit risk associated with a particular security. The ratings represent Fitch's assessment of the issuer's ability to meet the obligations of a specific debt issue in a timely manner.
The rating takes into consideration special features of the issue, its relationship to other obligations of the issuer, the current and prospective financial condition and operating performance of the issuer and any guarantor, as well as the economic and political environment that might affect the issuer's future financial strength and credit quality.
Fitch ratings do not reflect any credit enhancement that may be provided by insurance policies or financial guaranties unless otherwise indicated.
Bonds carrying the same rating are of similar but not necessarily identical credit quality since the rating categories do not fully reflect small differences in the degrees of credit risk.
Fitch ratings are not recommendations to buy, sell or hold any security. Ratings do not comment on the adequacy of market price, the suitability of any security for a particular investor, or the tax-exempt nature of taxability of payments made in respect of any security.
Fitch ratings are based on information obtained from issuers, other obligors, underwriters, their experts, and other sources Fitch believes to be reliable. Fitch does not audit or verify the truth or accuracy of such information. Ratings may be changed, suspended, or withdrawn as a result of changes in, or the unavailability of, information or for other reasons.
AAA: Bonds considered to be investment grade and of the highest credit quality. The obligor has an exceptionally strong ability to pay interest and repay principal, which is unlikely to be affected by reasonably foreseeable events.
AA: Bonds considered to be investment grade and of very high credit quality. The obligor's ability to pay interest and repay principal is very strong, although not quite as strong as bonds rated "AAA." Because bonds rated in the "AAA" and "AA" categories are not significantly vulnerable to foreseeable future developments, short-term debt of these issuers is generally rated "F-1+."
A: Bonds considered to be investment grade and of high credit quality. The obligor's ability to pay interest and repay principal is considered to be strong, but may be more vulnerable to adverse changes in economic conditions and circumstances than bonds with higher ratings.
BBB: Bonds considered to be investment grade and of satisfactory credit quality. The obligor's ability to pay interest and repay principal is considered to be adequate. Adverse changes in economic conditions and circumstances, however, are more likely to have adverse impact on these bonds and, therefore, impair timely payment. The likelihood that the ratings of these bonds will fall below investment grade is higher than for bonds with higher ratings.
PLUS (+) MINUS (-): Plus and minus signs are used with a rating symbol to indicate the relative position of a credit within the rating category. Plus and minus signs, however, are not used in the "AAA" category.
NR: Indicates that Fitch does not rate the specific issue.
CONDITIONAL: A conditional rating is premised on the successful completion of a project or the occurrence of a specific event.
SUSPENDED: A rating is suspended when Fitch deems the amount of information available from the issuer to be inadequate for rating purposes.
WITHDRAWN: A rating will be withdrawn when an issue matures or is called or refinanced, and, at Fitch's discretion, when an issuer fails to furnish proper and timely information.
FITCHALERT: Ratings are placed on FitchAlert to notify investors of an occurrence that is likely to result in a rating change and the likely direction of such change. These are designated as "Positive," indicating a potential upgrade, "Negative," for potential downgrade, or "Evolving," where ratings may be raised or lowered. FitchAlert is relatively short-term, and should be resolved within 12 months.
RATINGS OUTLOOK
An outlook is used to describe the most likely direction of any rating change over the intermediate term. It is described as "Positive" or "Negative." The absence of a designation indicates a stable outlook.
FITCH SPECULATIVE GRADE BOND RATINGS
Fitch speculative grade bond ratings provide a guide to investors in determining the credit risk associated with a particular security. The ratings ("BB" to "C") represent Fitch's assessment of the likelihood of timely payment of principal and interest in accordance with the terms of obligation for bond issues not in default. For defaulted bonds, the rating ("DDD" to "D") is an assessment of the ultimate recovery value through reorganization of liquidation.
The rating takes into consideration special features of the issue, its relationship to other obligations of the issuer or possible recovery value in bankruptcy, the current and prospective financial condition and operating performance of the issuer and any guarantor, as well as the economic and political environment that might affect the issuer's future financial strength.
Bonds that have the same rating are of similar but not necessarily identical credit quality since rating categories cannot fully reflect the differences in degrees of credit risk.
BB: Bonds are considered speculative. The obligor's ability to pay interest and repay principal may be affected over time by adverse economic changes. However, business and financial alternatives can be identified, which could assist the obligor in satisfying its debt service requirements.
B: Bonds are considered highly speculative. While bonds in this class are currently meeting debt service requirements, the probability of continued timely payment of principal and interest reflects the obligor's limited margin of safety and the need for reasonable business and economic activity throughout the life of the issue.
CCC: Bonds have certain identifiable characteristics that, if not remedied, may lead to default. The ability to meet obligations requires an advantageous business and economic environment.
CC: Bonds are minimally protected. Default in payment of interest and/or principal seems probable over time.
C: Bonds are in imminent default in payment of interest or principal.
DDD, DD, AND D: Bonds are in default on interest and/or principal payments. Such bonds are extremely speculative and should be valued on the basis of their ultimate recovery value in liquidation or reorganization of the obligor. "DDD" represents the highest potential for recovery on these bonds, and "D" represents the lowest potential for recovery.
PLUS (+) MINUS (-): Plus and minus signs are used with a rating symbol to indicate the relative position of a credit within the rating category. Plus and minus signs, however, are not used in the "DDD," "DD," or "D" categories.
FITCH SHORT-TERM RATINGS
Fitch's short-term ratings apply to debt obligations that are payable on demand or have original maturities of generally up to three years, including commercial paper, certificates of deposit, medium-term notes, and municipal and investment notes.
The short-term rating places greater emphasis than a long-term rating on the existence of liquidity necessary to meet the issuer's obligations in a timely manner.
Fitch short-term ratings are as follows:
F-1+: Exceptionally Strong Credit Quality. Issues assigned this rating are regarded as having the strongest degree of assurance for timely payment.
F-1: Very Strong Credit Quality. Issues assigned this rating reflect an assurance of timely payment only slightly less in degree than issues rated "F-1+."
F-2: Good Credit Quality. Issues assigned this rating have a satisfactory degree of assurance for timely payment, but the margin of safety is not as great as for issues assigned "F-1+" and "F-1" ratings.
F-3: Fair Credit Quality. Issues assigned this rating have characteristics suggesting that the degree of assurance for timely payment is adequate, however, near-term adverse changes could cause these securities to be rated below investment grade.
F-S: Weak Credit Quality. Issues assigned this rating have characteristics suggesting a minimal degree of assurance for timely payment and are vulnerable to near-term adverse changes in financial and economic conditions.
D: Default. Issues assigned this rating are in actual or imminent payment default.
LOC: The symbol LOC indicates that the rating is based on a letter of credit issued by a commercial bank.
APPENDIX B
TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS
As of January 1, 2003
TRUSTEE
NAME, YEAR OF BIRTH AND AND/OR OTHER
POSITION(S) HELD WITH THE OFFICER DIRECTORSHIP(S)
TRUST SINCE PRINCIPAL OCCUPATION(S) DURING PAST 5 YEARS HELD BY TRUSTEE
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INTERESTED PERSONS
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Robert H. Graham(1)-- 1946 1998 Director and Chairman, A I M None
Trustee, Chairman and President Management Group Inc. (financial
services holding company); and
Director and Vice Chairman, AMVESCAP
PLC (parent of AIM and a global
investment management firm);
formerly, President and Chief
Executive Officer, A I M Management
Group Inc.; Director, Chairman and
President, A I M Advisors, Inc.
(registered investment advisor);
Director and Chairman, A I M Capital
Management, Inc. (registered
investment advisor), A I M
Distributors, Inc. (registered
broker dealer), A I M Fund Services,
Inc., (registered transfer agent),
and Fund Management Company
(registered broker dealer)
Mark H. Williamson(2) -- 1951 2003 Director, President and Chief Director, Chairman, President and
Trustee Executive Officer, A I M Management Chief Executive Officer, INVESCO
Group Inc. (financial services Bond Funds, Inc., INVESCO
holding company); Director, Chairman Combination Stock & Bond Funds,
and President, A I M Advisors, Inc. Inc., INVESCO Counselor Series
(registered investment advisor); Funds, Inc., INVESCO Global and
Director, A I M Capital Management, International Funds, Inc., INVESCO
Inc. (registered investment advisor) Manager Series Funds, Inc., INVESCO
and A I M Distributors, Inc. Money Market Funds, Inc., INVESCO
(registered broker dealer), Director Sector Funds, Inc., INVESCO Stock
and Chairman, A I M Fund Services, Funds, Inc., INVESCO Treasurer's
Inc. (registered transfer agent), Series Funds, Inc. and INVESCO
and Fund Management Company Variable Investment Funds, Inc.
(registered broker dealer); and
Chief Executive Officer, AMVESCAP
PLC - AIM Division (parent of AIM
and a global investment management
firm); formerly, Director, Chairman
and Chief Executive Officer, INVESCO
Funds Group, Inc.
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(1) Mr. Graham is considered an interested person of the Trust because he is a director of AMVESCAP PLC, parent of the advisor to the Trust.
(2) Mr. Williamson is considered an interested person of the Trust because he is an officer and a director of the advisor to, and a director of the principal underwriter of, the trust.
TRUSTEE
NAME, YEAR OF BIRTH AND AND/OR OTHER
POSITION(S) HELD WITH THE OFFICER DIRECTORSHIP(S)
TRUST SINCE PRINCIPAL OCCUPATION(S) DURING PAST 5 YEARS HELD BY TRUSTEE
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INTERESTED PERSONS
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Frank S. Bayley -- 1939 1987 Of Counsel, law firm of Baker & McKenzie Badgley Funds, Inc. (registered
Trustee investment company)
Bruce L. Crockett -- 1944 2001 Chairman, Crockett Technology Associates ACE Limited (insurance company);
Trustee (technology consulting company) and Captaris, Inc. (unified
messaging provider)
Albert R. Dowden -- 1941 2001 Director, Magellan Insurance Company; Member Cortland Trust, Inc. (registered
Trustee of Advisory Board of Rotary Power investment company)
Internationl (designer, manufacturer and
seller of rotary power engines); formerly,
Director, President and Chief
Executive Officer, Volvo Group North
America, Inc.; Senior Vice
President, AB Volvo and director of
various affiliated Volvo companies
Edward K. Dunn, Jr. -- 1935 2001 Formerly, Chairman, Mercantile Mortgage Corp.; None
Trustee President and Chief Operating Officer,
Mercantile-Safe Deposit & Trust Co.; and
President, Mercantile Bankshares Corp.
Jack M. Fields -- 1952 2001 Chief Executive Officer, Twenty First Century Administaff
Trustee Group, Inc. (government affairs company) and
Texana Timber LP
Carl Frischling -- 1937 2001 Partner, law firm of Kramer Levin Naftalis and Cortland Trust, Inc. (registered
Trustee Frankel LLP investment company)
Prema Mathai-Davis -- 1950 2001 Formerly, Chief Executive Officer, YWCA of the None
Trustee USA
Lewis F. Pennock -- 1942 2001 Partner, law firm of Pennock & Cooper None
Trustee
Ruth H. Quigley -- 1935 1987 Retired None
Trustee
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TRUSTEE
NAME, YEAR OF BIRTH AND AND/OR OTHER
POSITION(S) HELD WITH THE OFFICER DIRECTORSHIP(S)
TRUST SINCE PRINCIPAL OCCUPATION(S) DURING PAST 5 YEARS HELD BY TRUSTEE
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Louis S. Sklar -- 1939 2001 Executive Vice President, Development and None
Trustee Operations, Hines Interests Limited
Partnership (real estate development
company)
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OTHER OFFICERS
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Gary T. Crum(3)-- 1947 1998 Director, Chairman and Director of None
Senior Vice President Investments, A I M Capital
Management, Inc.; Director and
Executive Vice President, A I M
Management Group Inc.; Director and
Senior Vice President, A I M
Advisors, Inc.; and Director, A I M
Distributors, Inc. and AMVESCAP PLC;
formerly, Chief Executive Officer
and President, A I M Capital
Management, Inc.
Carol F. Relihan -- 1954 1998 Director, Senior Vice President, General None
Senior Vice President and Counsel and Secretary, A I M Advisors,
Secretary Inc. and A I M Management Group Inc.;
Director, Vice President and General
Counsel, Fund Management Company; and
Vice President, A I M Fund Services,
Inc., A I M Capital Management, Inc. and
A I M Distributors, Inc.
Stuart W. Coco -- 1955 2002 Managing Director and Chief Research None
Vice President Officer - Fixed Income, A I M Capital
Management, Inc.; and Vice President,
A I M Advisors, Inc.
Melville B. Cox -- 1943 1998 Vice President and Chief Compliance None
Vice President Officer, A I M Advisors, Inc. and A I M
Capital Management, Inc.; and Vice
President, A I M Fund Services, Inc.
Edgar M. Larsen(3)-- 1940 2002 Vice President A I M Advisors, Inc.; and None
Vice President President, Chief Executive Officer and
Chief Investment Officer; A I M Capital
Management, Inc.
Dana R. Sutton -- 1959 1998 Vice President and Fund Treasurer, A I M None
Vice President and Advisors, Inc.
Treasurer
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(3) Information is current as of January 10, 2003
TRUSTEE OWNERSHIP OF FUND SHARES AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2002
AGGREGATE DOLLAR RANGE OF
EQUITY SECURITIES IN ALL
REGISTERED INVESTMENT
COMPANIES OVERSEEN BY TRUSTEE
DOLLAR RANGE OF EQUITY SECURITIES IN THE AIM FAMILY OF
NAME OF TRUSTEE PER FUND FUNDS--REGISTERED TRADEMARK--
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Robert H. Graham Developing Markets $50,001 - $100,000 Over $100,000
Mark H. Williamson [-0-] [$ - ]
Frank S. Bayley Developing Markets $1 - $10,000 $10,001 - $50,000
Strategic Income $1 - $10,000
Bruce L. Crockett [-0-] [$1 - $10,000]
Albert R. Dowden -0- $50,001 - $100,000
Global Science
Edward K. Dunn, Jr and Technology $1 - $10,000 Over $100,000(4)
Jack M. Fields [-0-] [Over $100,000](4)
Carl Frischling -0- Over $100,000(4)
Prema Mathai-Davis -0- Over $100,000(4)
Lewis F. Pennock -0- $50,001 - $100,000
Ruth H. Quigley Developing Markets $1 - $10,000 $1 -$10,000
Louis S. Sklar -0- Over $100,000(4)
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(4) Includes the total amount of compensation deferred by the trustee at his or her election pursuant to a deferred compensation plan. Such deferred compensation is placed in a deferral account and deemed to be invested in one or more of the AIM Funds.
APPENDIX C
TRUSTEE COMPENSATION TABLE
Set forth below is information regarding compensation paid or accrued for each trustee of the Trust who was not affiliated with AIM during the year ended December 31, 2002:
RETIREMENT ESTIMATED
AGGREGATE BENEFITS ANNUAL TOTAL
COMPENSATION ACCRUED BENEFITS COMPENSATION
FROM THE BY ALL UPON FROM ALL AIM
TRUSTEE TRUST(1) AIM FUNDS(2) RETIREMENT(3) FUNDS(4)
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Frank S. Bayley $ 7,460 $ 142,800 $ 90,000 150,000
Bruce L. Crockett 7,413 50,132 90,000 149,000
Owen Daly II(5) 1,047 40,045 90,000 -0-
Albert R. Dowden 7,460 57,955 90,000 150,000
Edward K. Dunn, Jr 7,413 94,149 90,000 149,000
Jack M. Fields 7,460 29,153 90,000 153,000
Carl Frischling(6) 7,460 74,511 90,000 150,000
Prema Mathai-Davis 7,460 33,931 90,000 150,000
Lewis F. Pennock 7,676 54,802 90,000 154,000
Ruth H. Quigley 7,460 142,502 90,000 153,000
Louis S. Sklar 7,629 78,500 90,000 153,000
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(1) The total amount of compensation deferred by all trustees of the Trust during the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, including earnings was $34,109.
(2) During the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the total amount of expenses allocated to the Trust in respect of such retirement benefits was $3,876.
(3) Amounts shown assume each trustee serves until his or her normal retirement date.
(4) All trustees currently serve as directors or trustees of seventeen registered investment companies advised by AIM.
(5) Mr. Daly was a trustee until December 31, 2001, when he retired.
(6) During the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the Trust paid $25,413 in legal fees to Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP for services rendered by such firm as counsel to the independent trustees of the Trust. Mr. Frischling is a partner of such firm.
APPENDIX D
CONTROL PERSONS AND PRINCIPAL HOLDERS OF SECURITIES
To the best knowledge of the Trust, the names and addresses of the record and beneficial holders of 5% or more of the outstanding shares of each class of the Trust's equity securities and the percentage of the outstanding shares held by such holders are set forth below. Unless otherwise indicated below, the Trust has no knowledge as to whether all or any portion of the shares owned of record are also owned beneficially.
A shareholder who owns beneficially 25% or more of the outstanding securities of a Fund is presumed to "control" that Fund as defined in the 1940 Act. Such control may affect the voting rights of other shareholders.
All information listed below is as of February 3, 2003.
AIM DEVELOPING MARKETS FUND
CLASS A SHARES CLASS B SHARES CLASS C SHARES
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PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED
NAME AND ADDRESS OF OF OF OF
PRINCIPAL HOLDER RECORD RECORD RECORD
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Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith 7.09% 6.10% 30.61%
FBO The Sole Benefit of Customers
ATTN: Fund Administration
4800 Deer Lake Dr. East, 2nd Floor
Jacksonville, FL 32246
Smith Barney House Account
Attn: Cindy Tempesta, 7th Floor
333 West 34th Street 14.32% 6.38% --
New York, NY 10001-2483
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AIM GLOBAL ENERGY FUND
CLASS A SHARES CLASS B SHARES CLASS C SHARES
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PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED
NAME AND ADDRESS OF OF OF OF
PRINCIPAL HOLDER RECORD RECORD RECORD
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Deloitte & Touche 16.88% -- --
Profit Sharing Plan
Chase Manhattan Bank Trustee
Attn: Angela Ma
3 Metrotech Center, 6th Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11245-0001
Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith
FBO The Sole Benefit of Customers
Attn: Fund Administration
4800 Deer Lake Dr. East, 2nd Floor 5.19% 10.12% 10.77%
Jacksonville, FL 32246
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CLASS A SHARES CLASS B SHARES CLASS C SHARES
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PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED
NAME AND ADDRESS OF OF OF OF
PRINCIPAL HOLDER RECORD RECORD RECORD
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Smith Barney House Account
Attn: Cindy Tempesta, 7th Floor
333 West 34th Street -- 5.37% --
New York, NY 10001-2483
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AIM GLOBAL FINANCIAL SERVICES FUND
CLASS A SHARES CLASS B SHARES CLASS C SHARES
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PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED
NAME AND ADDRESS OF OF OF OF
PRINCIPAL HOLDER RECORD RECORD RECORD
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Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith 10.96% 8.69% 16.44%
FBO The Sole Benefit of Customers
Attn: Fund Administration
4800 Deer Lake Dr. East, 2nd Floor
Jacksonville, FL 32246
Smith Barney House Account
Attn: Cindy Tempesta, 7th Floor
333 West 34th Street 5.18% 8.91% 7.60%
New York, NY 10001-2483
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AIM GLOBAL HEALTH CARE FUND
CLASS A SHARES CLASS B SHARES CLASS C SHARES
---------------- ---------------- ----------------
PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED
NAME AND ADDRESS OF OF OF OF
PRINCIPAL HOLDER RECORD RECORD RECORD
------------------- ---------------- ---------------- ----------------
Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith 9.20% 7.32% 13.13%
FBO The Sole Benefit of Customers
Attn: Fund Administration
4800 Deer Lake Dr. East, 2nd Floor
Jacksonville, FL 32246
Smith Barney House Account
Attn: Cindy Tempesta, 7th Floor
333 West 34th Street 7.75% 7.41% 5.14
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AIM GLOBAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FUND
CLASS A SHARES CLASS B SHARES CLASS C SHARES
---------------- ---------------- ----------------
PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED
NAME AND ADDRESS OF OF OF OF
PRINCIPAL HOLDER RECORD RECORD RECORD
------------------- ---------------- ---------------- ----------------
Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith 6.49% 5.54% 8.11%
FBO The Sole Benefit of Customers
Attn: Fund Administration
4800 Deer Lake Dr. East, 2nd Floor
Jacksonville, FL 32246
Smith Barney House Account
Attn: Cindy Tempesta, 7th Floor
333 West 34th Street 10.16% 9.80% 5.99%
New York, NY 10001-2483
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AIM LIBRA FUND
CLASS A SHARES CLASS B SHARES CLASS C SHARES
---------------- ---------------- ----------------
PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED
NAME AND ADDRESS OF OF OF OF
PRINCIPAL HOLDER RECORD RECORD RECORD
------------------- ---------------- ---------------- ----------------
A I M Advisors, Inc. 10.89% 59.24% 68.18%
Attn: David Hessel
11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 1919
Houston, TX 77046
Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith
FBO The Sole Benefit of Customers
Attn: Fund Administration 38.92% -- 28.75%
4800 Deer Lake Dr. East, 2nd Floor
Jacksonville, FL 32246
NFSC FEBO #WRN-151505
Philip C. Cohen
12521 Valley Pines Drive -- 9.77% --
Registertown, MD 21136
Scott Stringfellow, Inc.
909 East Main Street -- 5.94% --
Richmond, VA 23219
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AIM STRATEGIC INCOME FUND
CLASS A SHARES CLASS B SHARES CLASS C SHARES
---------------- ---------------- ----------------
PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED
NAME AND ADDRESS OF OF OF OF
PRINCIPAL HOLDER RECORD RECORD RECORD
------------------- ---------------- ---------------- ----------------
ANTC Cust Rollover IRA FBO -- -- 6.16%
David F. Wesolowski
3944 South Camrose Ave
New Berlin, WI 53151-0000
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CLASS A SHARES CLASS B SHARES CLASS C SHARES
---------------- ---------------- ----------------
PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED PERCENTAGE OWNED
NAME AND ADDRESS OF OF OF OF
PRINCIPAL HOLDER RECORD RECORD RECORD
------------------- ---------------- ---------------- ----------------
Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith
FBO The Sole Benefit of Customers
Attn: Fund Administration -- 7.28% 9.58%
4800 Deer Lake Dr. East, 2nd Floor
Jacksonville, FL 32246
NFSC FEBO #JH1-088595
Isidro Baranda Suarez
Rosalinda Alonso
Surfside #75 B-14 -- -- 5.74%
Palmas Del Mar
Humacao, PR 00791
Smith Barney House Account
Attn: Cindy Tempesta, 7th Floor
333 West 34th Street 14.26% 8.65% 5.97%
New York,NY 10001-2483
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MANAGEMENT OWNERSHIP
As of February 3, 2003, the trustees and officers as a group owned less than 1% of the shares outstanding of each class of any Fund.
APPENDIX E
MANAGEMENT FEES
For the last three fiscal years ended October 31, the management fees payable by each Fund, the amounts waived by AIM and the net fees paid by each Fund were as follows:
FUND NAME 2002 2001 2000
--------- ---- ---- ----
MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT NET MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT NET MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT NET
FEE FEE MANAGEMENT FEE FEE MANAGEMENT FEE FEE MANAGEMENT
PAID WAIVERS FEE PAID PAID WAIVERS FEE PAID PAID WAIVERS FEE PAID
----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ----------- -----------
AIM Developing
Markets Fund $ 1,984,365 $ 1,032,501 $ 951,864 $ 1,720,644 $ 880,540 $ 840,104 $ 2,321,564 $ 195,861 $ 2,125,703
AIM Global
Energy Fund 288,354 233,074 55,280 269,728 231,238 38,490 296,957 242,924 54,033
AIM Global
Financial
Services Fund 2,792,762 3,254 2,789,508 2,721,720 1,017 2,720,703 1,192,264 -0- 1,192,264
AIM Global
Health Care
Fund 8,509,208 5,611 8,503,597 7,123,437 1,495 7,122,942 4,963,633 -0- 4,963,633
AIM Global
Science and
Technology
Fund 5,944,573 3,384,288 2,560,285 13,178,872 728,934 12,499,938 29,880,111 -0- 29,880,111
AIM Libra
Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
AIM Strategic
Income Fund 747,890 600,489 147,401 869,457 619,956 249,501 1,118,206 548,051 570,155
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APPENDIX F
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FEES
The Funds paid AIM the following amounts for administrative services for the last three fiscal years ended October 31:
FUND NAME 2002 2001 2000
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AIM Developing Markets Fund $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000
AIM Global Energy Fund 50,000 50,000 50,000
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 77,287 75,830 50,000
AIM Global Health Care Fund 168,501 134,681 117,295
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 128,170 154,242 202,100
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A
AIM Strategic Income Fund 50,000 50,000 50,000
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APPENDIX G
BROKERAGE COMMISSIONS
Brokerage commissions paid(1) by each of the Funds listed below during the last three fiscal years were as follows:
FUND 2002 2001 2000
---- ---------- ---------- ----------
AIM Developing Markets Fund(2) $ 770,314 $ 847,173 $1,647,898
AIM Global Energy Fund(3) 272,129 169,701 139,146
AIM Global Financial Services Fund(4) 436,172 472,634 183,970
AIM Global Health Care Fund(5) 4,231,045 2,571,259 3,030,188
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 2,312,821 3,403,668 2,967,281
AIM Libra Fund(6) N/A N/A N/A
AIM Strategic Income Fund(7) -0- 5,952 25,100
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(1) Disclosure regarding brokerage commissions is limited to commissions paid on agency trades and designated as such on the trade confirm.
(2) The variation in brokerage commissions paid by AIM Developing Markets Fund for the fiscal years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001, as compared to the fiscal year ended October 31, 2000, was due to a significant increase in assets as the result of the merger of another fund with the Fund, and the resulting increased portfolio turnover involved in an effort to restructure the Fund.
(3) The variation in brokerage commissions paid by AIM Global Energy Fund for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, as compared to the two prior fiscal years, was due to an increase in assets and an increase in transactions executed with commissions.
(4) The variation in brokerage commissions paid by AIM Global Financial Services Fund for the fiscal years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001, as compared to the fiscal year ended October 31, 2000, was due to a significant increase in assets.
(5) The variation in brokerage commissions paid by AIM Global Health Care Fund for the fiscal years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001, as compared to the fiscal year ended October 31, 2000, was due to a significant increase in international trading. International trades tend to have considerably higher commissions than domestic trades.
(6) Commenced operations on November 1, 2002.
(7) The variation in brokerage commissions paid by AIM Strategic Income Fund for the fiscal years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001, as compared to fiscal year ended October 31, 2000, was due to a decrease in transactions executed with commissions.
APPENDIX H
DIRECTED BROKERAGE (RESEARCH SERVICES) AND PURCHASES OF
SECURITIES OF REGULAR BROKERS OR DEALERS
During the last fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, each Fund allocated the following amount of transactions to broker-dealers that provided AIM with certain research, statistics and other information:
RELATED
FUND TRANSACTIONS BROKERAGE COMMISSIONS
---- ------------ ---------------------
AIM Developing Markets Fund $ 44,546,017 $ 158,536
AIM Global Energy Fund 9,644 3,760,136
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 32,580 28,610,545
AIM Global Health Care Fund 571,973 344,171,744
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund 211,864 130,132,494
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A
AIM Strategic Income Fund -0- -0-
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During the last fiscal year ended October 31, 2002, the Funds held securities issued by the following companies, which are "regular" brokers or dealers of one or more of the Funds identified below:
FUND SECURITY MARKET VALUE ---- -------- ------------ AIM Developing Markets Fund N/A AIM Global Energy Fund N/A AIM Global Financial Services Fund American Express Co. Common Stock $3,982,515 Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The) Common Stock 5,821,080 Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. Common Stock 7,894,614 Merrill Lynch & Co., Inc. Common Stock 6,273,135 Morgan Stanley Dean Witter Common Stock 2,051,084 AIM Global Health Care Fund N/A AIM Global Science and Technology Fund N/A AIM Strategic Income Fund Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. Discount Notes 311,278 Lehman Brothers Inc. Senior Subordinate Debenture 180,577 Morgan Stanley Unsecured Notes 320,244 |
APPENDIX I
AMOUNTS PAID TO A I M DISTRIBUTORS, INC. PURSUANT TO DISTRIBUTION PLANS
A list of amounts paid by each class of shares to AIM Distributors pursuant to the Plans for the fiscal year or period ended October 31, 2002 follows:
CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C
FUND SHARES SHARES SHARES
---- ---------- ---------- ----------
AIM Developing Markets Fund $ 682,689 $ 504,496 $ 33,535
AIM Global Energy Fund 80,639 121,290 13,180
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 668,896 1,181,058 345,522
AIM Global Health Care Fund 3,027,390 2,277,903 492,799
AIM Global Science
and Technology Fund 1,965,401 1,952,778 242,286
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A
AIM Strategic Income Fund 246,894 301,840 24,320
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APPENDIX J
ALLOCATION OF ACTUAL FEES PAID PURSUANT TO DISTRIBUTION PLANS
An estimate by category of the allocation of actual fees paid by Class A shares of the Funds during the year ended October 31, 2002, follows:
PRINTING & UNDERWRITERS DEALERS
ADVERTISING MAILING SEMINARS COMPENSATION COMPENSATION
----------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ------------
AIM Developing Markets Fund $ 120,848 $ 15,214 $ 45,354 $ -0- $ 501,273
AIM Global Energy Fund 6,482 884 2,455 -0- 70,817
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 51,212 6,397 17,157 -0- 594,139
AIM Global Health Care Fund 223,507 28,292 80,688 -0- 2,694,898
AIM Global Science
and Technology Fund 143,631 18,154 54,629 -0- 1,748,988
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
AIM Strategic Income Fund 8,969 1,109 3,359 -0- 233,458
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An estimate by category of the allocation of actual fees paid by Class B shares of the Funds during the year ended October 31, 2002, follows:
PRINTING & UNDERWRITERS DEALERS
ADVERTISING MAILING SEMINARS COMPENSATION COMPENSATION
----------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ------------
AIM Developing Markets Fund $ 2,694 $ 326 $ 906 $ 378,372 $ 122,198
AIM Global Energy Fund -0- -0- -0- 90,968 30,323
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 31,467 4,049 10,655 885,794 249,094
AIM Global Health Care Fund 70,034 8,952 25,353 1,708,427 465,137
AIM Global Science
and Technology Fund 21,888 2,807 8,448 1,464,584 455,050
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
AIM Strategic Income Fund 4,558 523 1,452 226,380 68,927
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An estimate by category of the allocation of actual fees paid by Class C shares of the Funds during the year ended October 31, 2002, follows:
PRINTING & UNDERWRITERS DEALERS
ADVERTISING MAILING SEMINARS COMPENSATION COMPENSATION
----------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ------------
AIM Developing Markets Fund $ -0- $ -0- $ -0- $ 9,141 $ 24,394
AIM Global Energy Fund 1,192 262 -0- 4,359 7,367
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 10,661 1,454 4,038 75,715 253,655
AIM Global Health Care Fund 26,122 3,081 9,063 187,306 267,226
AIM Global Science
and Technology Fund 5,661 718 1,595 38,272 196,040
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
AIM Strategic Income Fund 2,265 497 -0- 8,288 13,270
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APPENDIX K
TOTAL SALES CHARGES
The following chart reflects the total sales charges paid in connection with the sale of Class A shares of each Fund and the amount retained by AIM Distributors for the last three fiscal years ending October 31:
2002 2001 2000
---- ---- ----
SALES AMOUNT SALES AMOUNT SALES AMOUNT
CHARGES RETAINED CHARGES RETAINED CHARGES RETAINED
---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ----------
AIM Developing
Markets Fund $ 124,830 $ 22,655 $ 70,148 $ 12,631 $ 135,795 $ 25,847
AIM Global
Energy Fund 55,133 9,416 57,259 9,649 35,823 4,984
AIM Global Financial
Services Fund 405,658 76,053 1,121,260 189,895 784,002 133,801
AIM Global Health
Care Fund 1,703,543 300,015 1,789,730 303,612 554,506 97,946
AIM Global Science
and Technology Fund 511,950 90,080 1,643,392 289,307 9,076,900 1,575,107
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
AIM Strategic
Income Fund 92,955 17,230 94,909 17,139 71,248 12,841
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The following chart reflects the contingent deferred sales charges paid by Class A, Class B and Class C shareholders and retained by AIM Distributors for the last three fiscal years ended October 31:
2002 2001 2000
------- ------- -------
AIM Developing Markets Fund $ 2,677 $10,586 $45,221
AIM Global Energy Fund 5,122 2,960 516
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 16,136 27,133 10,205
AIM Global Health Care Fund 30,996 25,075 3,020
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 42,657 55,389 99,517
AIM Libra Fund (1) N/A N/A N/A
AIM Strategic Income Fund 27,915 3,289 17,039
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APPENDIX L
PERFORMANCE DATA
AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURNS
The average annual total returns (including sales loads) for each Fund, with respect to its Class A shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
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OCTOBER 31, 2002
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CLASS A SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 6.15% (10.47)% N/A (6.58)% 01/11/94
AIM Global Energy Fund (0.52)% (11.79)% N/A 0.07% 05/31/94
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (11.95)% 5.88% N/A 9.63% 05/31/94
AIM Global Health Care Fund (17.85)% 7.43% 11.81% N/A 08/07/89
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (37.15)% (17.80)% (2.78)% N/A 01/27/92
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (11.35)% (3.11)% 3.81% N/A 03/29/88
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The average annual total returns (including maximum applicable contingent deferred sales charge) for each Fund, with respect to its Class B shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
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OCTOBER 31, 2002
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CLASS B SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 5.83% N/A N/A (11.17)% 11/03/97
AIM Global Energy Fund (0.01)% (11.71)% N/A 0.18% 05/31/94
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (12.61)% 6.08% N/A 9.74% 05/31/94
AIM Global Health Care Fund (17.87)% 7.72% N/A 13.78% 04/01/93
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (37.76)% (17.67)% N/A (4.23)% 04/01/93
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (11.84)% (3.08)% 3.77% N/A 10/22/92
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The average annual total returns (including maximum applicable contingent deferred sales charge) for each Fund, with respect to its Class C shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
-------------
OCTOBER 31, 2002
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CLASS C SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 9.85% N/A N/A (2.03)% 03/01/99
AIM Global Energy Fund 3.98% N/A N/A 1.99% 03/01/99
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (8.94)% N/A N/A 3.58% 03/01/99
AIM Global Health Care Fund (14.91)% N/A N/A 8.11% 03/01/99
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (35.14)% N/A N/A (26.98)% 03/01/99
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (8.29)% N/A N/A (2.90)% 03/01/99
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CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURNS
The cumulative total returns (including sales loads) for each Fund, with respect to its Class A shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
-------------
OCTOBER 31, 2002
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CLASS A SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 6.15% (42.48)% N/A (45.08)% 01/11/94
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.52% (46.59)% N/A 0.58% 05/31/94
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (11.95)% 33.09% N/A 116.78% 05/31/94
AIM Global Health Care Fund (17.85)% 43.09% 205.42% N/A 08/07/89
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (37.15)% (62.48)% (24.57)% N/A 01/27/92
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (11.35)% (14.62)% 45.28% N/A 03/29/88
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The cumulative total returns (including maximum applicable contingent deferred sales charge) for each Fund, with respect to its Class B shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
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OCTOBER 31, 2002
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CLASS B SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 5.83% N/A N/A (44.64)% 11/03/97
AIM Global Energy Fund (0.01)% (46.36)% N/A 1.53% 05/31/94
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (12.61)% 34.32% N/A 118.77% 05/31/94
AIM Global Health Care Fund (17.87)% 45.01% N/A 244.67% 04/01/93
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (37.76)% (62.18)% N/A (33.88)% 04/01/93
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (11.84)% (14.46)% 44.83% N/A 10/22/92
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The cumulative total returns (including maximum applicable contingent deferred sales charge) for each Fund, with respect to its Class C shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
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OCTOBER 31, 2002
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CLASS C SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 9.85% N/A N/A (7.25)% 03/01/99
AIM Global Energy Fund 3.98% N/A N/A 7.50% 03/01/99
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (8.94)% N/A N/A 13.77% 03/01/99
AIM Global Health Care Fund (14.91)% N/A N/A 33.11% 03/01/99
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (35.14)% N/A N/A (68.45)% 03/01/99
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (8.29)% N/A N/A (10.22)% 03/01/99
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AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN (AFTER TAXES ON DISTRIBUTIONS)
The average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions and including sales loads) for each Fund, with respect to its Class A shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
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OCTOBER 31, 2002
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CLASS A SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 5.69% (11.00)% N/A (7.43)% 01/11/94
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.28% (12.03)% N/A (0.26)% 05/31/94
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (11.95)% 4.24% N/A 8.30% 05/31/94
AIM Global Health Care Fund (20.80)% 3.69% 8.88% N/A% 08/07/89
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (37.15)% (19.07)% (4.15)% N//A 01/27/92
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (13.68)% (5.51)% 0.76% N/A 03/29/88
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The average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions and including maximum applicable contingent deferred sales charge) for each Fund, with respect to its Class B shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
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OCTOBER 31, 2002
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CLASS B SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 5.60% N/A N/A (11.56)% 11/03/97
AIM Global Energy Fund (0.01)% (11.92)% N/A (0.10)% 05/31/94
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (12.61)% 4.41 N/A 8.43% 05/31/94
AIM Global Health Care Fund (21.16)% 3.76% N/A 10.60% 04/01/93
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (37.76)% (19.01)% N/A (5.64)% 04/01/93
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (14.03)% (5.25)% 0.93% N/A 10/22/92
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The average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions and including maximum applicable contingent deferred sales charge) for each Fund, with respect to its Class C shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
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OCTOBER 31, 2002
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CLASS C SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 9.61% N/A N/A (2.09)% 03/01/99
AIM Global Energy Fund 3.98% N/A N/A 1.99% 03/01/99
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (8.94)% N/A N/A 1.74% 03/01/99
AIM Global Health Care Fund (18.21)% N/A N/A 5.52% 03/01/99
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (35.14)% N/A N/A (28.17)% 03/01/99
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (10.49)% N/A N/A (5.10)% 03/01/99
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AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN (AFTER TAXES ON DISTRIBUTIONS AND REDEMPTION)
The average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions and redemption and including sales loads) for each Fund, with respect to its Class A shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
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OCTOBER 31, 2002
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CLASS A SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 3.80% (8.10)% N/A (5.18)% 01/11/94
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.31% (8.94)% N/A (0.01)% 05/31/94
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (7.34)% 4.11% N/A 7.50% 05/31/94
AIM Global Health Care Fund (9.15)% 4.67% 8.70% N/A 08/07/89
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (22.81)% (11.03)% (0.86)% N/A 01/27/92
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (6.91)% (3.50)% 1.62% N/A 03/29/88
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The average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions and redemption and including maximum applicable contingent deferred sales charge) for each Fund, with respect to its Class B shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
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OCTOBER 31, 2002
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CLASS A SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 3.60% N/A N/A (8.54)% 11/03/97
AIM Global Energy Fund (0.01)% (8.86)% N/A 0.11% 05/31/94
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (7.75)% 4.28% N/A 7.63% 05/31/94
AIM Global Health Care Fund (8.93)% 4.87% N/A 10.35% 04/01/93
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (23.18)% (10.80)% N/A (1.85)% 04/01/93
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (7.21)% (3.37)% 1.71% N/A 10/22/92
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(1) Commenced operations on November 1, 2002
The average annual total returns (after taxes on distributions and redemption and including maximum applicable contingent deferred sales charge) for each Fund, with respect to its Class C shares, for the one, five and ten year periods (or since inception if less than ten years) ended October 31, 2002 are as follows:
PERIODS ENDED
-------------
OCTOBER 31, 2002
----------------
CLASS C SHARES:
SINCE INCEPTION
1 YEAR 5 YEARS 10 YEARS INCEPTION DATE
-------- ------- -------- --------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 6.06% N/A N/A (1.64)% 03/01/99
AIM Global Energy Fund 2.44% N/A N/A 1.60% 03/01/99
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (5.49)% N/A N/A 2.17% 03/01/99
AIM Global Health Care Fund (7.12)% N/A N/A 6.26% 03/01/99
AIM Global Science and
Technology Fund (21.57)% N/A N/A (17.39)% 03/01/99
AIM Libra Fund(1) N/A N/A N/A N/A 11/01/02
AIM Strategic Income Fund (5.03)% N/A N/A (3.28)% 03/01/99
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(1) Commenced operations on November 1, 2002
YIELDS
The yields for the named Fund are as follows:
30 DAYS ENDED
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OCTOBER 31, 2002
----------------
CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C
------- ------- -------
AIM Strategic Income Fund
with waivers 6.24% 5.88% 5.88%
without waivers 5.63% 5.24% 5.24%
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DISTRIBUTION RATES
The distribution rates (at maximum offering price) for the named Fund are as follows:
30 DAYS ENDED
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OCTOBER 31, 2002
----------------
CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C
------- ------- -------
AIM Strategic Income Fund 7.32% 7.02% 7.02%
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FS
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS
To the Board of Trustees and Shareholders of AIM Developing Markets Fund:
In our opinion, the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, and the related statements of operations and of changes in net assets and the financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the AIM Developing Markets Fund (one of the funds constituting AIM Investment Funds; hereafter referred to as the "Fund") at October 31, 2002, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended and the financial highlights for the periods indicated, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. These financial statements and financial highlights (hereafter referred to as "financial statements") are the responsibility of the Fund's management; our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, which require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits, which included confirmation of securities at October 31, 2002 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers, provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP December 12, 2002 Houston, Texas |
FS-1
FINANCIALS
Schedule of Investments
October 31, 2002
MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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FOREIGN STOCKS & OTHER EQUITY
INTERESTS-96.97%
Argentina-0.00%
Banco Hipotecario S.A.-Wts., expiring
02/02/04 (Banks) (Acquired 01/28/99; Cost
$30,850)(a)(b)(c) 617 $ 0
==========================================================================
Brazil-6.47%
Brasil Telecom Participacoes S.A.-Pfd.
(Integrated Telecommunication Services) 350,300,000 1,995,502
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Companhia Siderurgica Nacional S.A. (Steel) 77,676,000 805,688
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Petroleo Brasileiro S.A.-ADR (Integrated Oil
& Gas) 108,600 1,309,687
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tele Centro Oeste Celular Participacoes
S.A.-ADR (Wireless Telecommunication
Services) 256,200 755,790
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tele Norte Leste Participacoes S.A.-ADR
(Integrated Telecommunication Services) 234,434 1,622,283
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Telesp Celular Participacoes S.A.-Pfd.
(Wireless Telecommunication Services) 760,769,000 793,298
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Uniao de Bancos Brasileiros S.A.-GDR (Banks) 137,016 1,245,475
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Votorantim Celulose e Papel S.A.-ADR (Paper
Products) 52,254 802,099
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Votorantim Celulose e Papel S.A.-Pfd. (Paper
Products) 28,087,000 881,738
==========================================================================
10,211,560
==========================================================================
China-1.05%
China Petroleum and Chemical Corp. (Sinopec)-
Class H (Integrated Oil & Gas) 10,700,000 1,660,010
==========================================================================
Czech Republic-0.56%
Komercni Banka A.S.-GDR (Banks) 41,900 879,900
==========================================================================
Hong Kong-4.19%
China Unicom Ltd. (Wireless Telecommunication
Services)(d) 5,441,000 3,383,468
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Cosco Pacific Ltd. (Marine Ports & Services) 1,358,000 1,088,232
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
TCL International Holdings Ltd. (Consumer
Electronics) 7,970,000 2,145,948
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6,617,648
==========================================================================
Hungary-0.01%
Pannonplast Rt. (Commodity Chemicals) 2,126 12,514
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Technoimpex (Multi-Sector Holdings)(c)(d) 1,400 0
==========================================================================
12,514
==========================================================================
India-4.07%
Bharti Televentures Ltd. Equity Participation
Ctfs., expiring 02/19/03 (Goldman Sachs)
(Telecommunications Equipment)(b) 2,005,500 1,099,014
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
India-(Continued)
ICICI Bank Ltd.-ADR (Diversified Financial
Services) 16,098 $ 99,003
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
India Consumer & Finance Index-Equity
Participation Ctfs., expiring 02/07/03
(Goldman Sachs) (Diversified
Financial Services)(d) 2,374 2,435,178
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
India Industrial Index Equity Participation
Ctfs., expiring 02/07/03 (Goldman Sachs)
(Computer Hardware)(b) 12,910 2,789,322
==========================================================================
6,422,517
==========================================================================
Indonesia-2.34%
PT Telekomunikusi Indonesia (Integrated
Telecommunication Services) 11,101,500 3,698,495
==========================================================================
Israel-2.30%
IDB Development Corp. Ltd. (Multi-Sector
Holdings)(d) 12,629 186,607
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NICE Systems Ltd.-ADR (Telecommunications
Equipment)(d) 59,100 475,755
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Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.-ADR
(Pharmaceuticals) 38,300 2,965,569
==========================================================================
3,627,931
==========================================================================
Luxembourg-1.13%
Realtek Semiconductor-Equity Participation
Ctfs., expiring 01/17/05 (Salomon Smith
Barney) (Semiconductors)(d) 640,538 1,780,055
==========================================================================
Malaysia-6.19%
Genting Berhad (Casinos & Gambling) 545,000 1,893,158
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
IOI Corp. Berhad (Agricultural Products) 1,985,000 2,925,263
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Palmco Holdings Berhad (Agricultural
Products)(c) 62,875 74,126
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Public Finance Berhad (Banks) 627,000 1,105,500
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
RHB Capital Berhad (Banks) 3,177,000 1,538,337
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Star Publications Berhad (Publishing) 693,000 1,094,211
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tanjong Public Ltd. Co. (Casinos & Gambling) 466,000 1,140,474
==========================================================================
9,771,069
==========================================================================
Mexico-10.25%
Alfa S.A.-Class A (Industrial Conglomerates) 613,000 1,006,741
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
America Movil S.A. de C.V.-Series L-ADR
(Wireless Telecommunication Services) 99,500 1,337,280
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
America Telecom, S.A. de C.V.-Series A1
(Wireless Telecommunication Services)(d) 1,550,000 942,249
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Carso Global Telecom-Class A1 (Integrated
Telecommunication Services)(d) 1,550,000 1,644,377
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cemex S.A. de C.V.-CPO (Construction
Materials) 224,400 904,509
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
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FS-2
MARKET
SHARES VALUE
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mexico-(Continued)
Cemex S.A. de CV-Wts., expiring 12/21/04
(Construction Materials) (Acquired
12/16/99; Cost $7,704)(a)(b) 22,000 $ 7,766
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Coca-Cola Femsa, S.A. de C.V.-ADR (Soft
Drinks) 59,200 1,236,096
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fomento Economico Mexicano, S.A. de C.V.-ADR
(Soft Drinks) 55,424 2,006,349
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Grupo Financiero BanCrecer S.A. de
C.V.-Series B (Diversified Financial
Services)(d) 1 0
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Grupo Financiero Banorte S.A. de C.V.-Class O
(Banks) 57,000 126,307
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Grupo Financiero BBVA Bancomer, S.A. de C.V.-
Class B (Banks)(d) 3,184,490 2,497,884
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Grupo Posadas S.A.-Series L (Hotels, Resorts
& Cruise Lines)(d) 752,300 331,930
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Grupo Televisa S.A.-ADR (Broadcasting & Cable
TV)(d) 105,728 2,970,957
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tubos de Acero de Mexico S.A. (Oil & Gas
Equipment & Services) 650,000 1,171,389
==========================================================================
16,183,834
==========================================================================
Russia-6.62%
LUKOIL-ADR (Integrated Oil & Gas) 51,858 3,387,199
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mobile Telesystems-ADR (Wireless
Telecommunication Services) 78,300 2,561,976
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
RAO Unified Energy System-GDR REGS (Electric
Utilities) (Acquired 12/07/00-10/31/01;
Cost $1,131,075)(a) 122,040 1,332,677
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
YUKOS-ADR (Integrated Oil & Gas) 22,800 3,166,988
==========================================================================
10,448,840
==========================================================================
South Africa-11.45%
Anglo American Platinum Corp. Ltd. (Precious
Metals & Minerals) 62,300 2,242,551
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Anglo American PLC (Diversified Metals &
Mining) 645,400 8,442,077
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Barloworld Ltd. (Industrial Conglomerates) 213,500 1,193,809
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gold Fields Ltd. (Gold) 178,700 2,045,013
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Impala Platinum Holdings Ltd. (Precious
Metals & Minerals) 37,101 2,130,112
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sappi Ltd. (Paper Products)(d) 78,800 944,105
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Standard Bank Investment Corp. Ltd. (Banks) 365,900 1,075,962
==========================================================================
18,073,629
==========================================================================
South Korea-22.27%
Daishin Securities Co.-Pfd. (Diversified
Financial Services) 149,500 993,002
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Hyundai Development Co. (Construction &
Engineering)(d) 254,000 1,375,833
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kangwon Land Inc. (Casinos & Gambling)(d) 15,200 1,390,850
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kookmin Bank-ADR (Banks) 140,183 4,534,920
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
KT Corp.-ADR (Integrated Telecommunication
Services) 149,300 3,066,622
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
South Korea-(Continued)
POSCO-ADR (Steel) 97,300 $ 2,250,549
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.-GDR REGS
(Electronic Equipment & Instruments)
(Acquired 07/25/01-01/02/02; Cost
$2,157,161)(a) 56,300 3,862,180
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.-GDR REGS
(Electronic Equipment & Instruments)
(Acquired 11/03/00-08/29/01; Cost
$3,563,486)(a) 43,023 6,141,533
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.-Pfd.
(Electronic Equipment & Instruments)(d) 11,300 1,514,052
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Samsung Securities Co. Ltd. (Diversified
Financial Services) 106,200 2,746,103
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Shinhan Financial Group Co., Ltd. (Banks) 322,160 3,382,154
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
SK Telecom Co., Ltd.-ADR (Wireless
Telecommunication Services) 194,092 3,895,426
==========================================================================
35,153,224
==========================================================================
Taiwan-11.83%
Chinatrust Commercial Bank-Equity
Participation Ctfs., expiring 07/18/03 (ABN
AMRO) (Banks) (Acquired 07/19/02-09/20/02;
Cost $3,985,611)(a)(b) 4,782,580 3,789,238
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
High Tech Computer Corp.-Equity Participation
Ctfs., expiring 08/29/03 (UBS Warburg)
(Computer Hardware)(d) 286,600 1,097,678
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.-GDR REGS
(Computer Storage & Peripherals) (Acquired
04/12/02-08/29/02; Cost $3,252,667)(a) 416,705 3,229,464
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Taiwan Index-Equity Participation Ctfs.,
expiring 12/26/02 (Goldman Sachs)
(Multi-Sector Holdings)(d) 420,300 2,387,304
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.
Ltd.-Equity Participation Ctfs., expiring
01/15/04 (Salomon Smith Barney) (Banks)
(Acquired 01/03/02-08/22/02; Cost
$6,334,333)(a)(b) 2,935,958 3,905,118
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
United Microelectronics Corp.
(Semiconductors)(d) 1,384,128 1,005,188
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
United Microelectronics Corp. Ltd.-Equity
Participation Ctfs., expiring 03/13/03 (UBS
Warburg) (Semiconductors)(d) 3,398,057 2,446,601
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
United Microelectronics Corp.-ADR
(Semiconductors) 194,925 808,939
==========================================================================
18,669,530
==========================================================================
Thailand-5.00%
Advanced Info Service (Wireless
Telecommunication Services)(d) 1,430,000 1,147,235
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bangkok Bank Public Co. Ltd.-NVDR
(Banks)(c)(d) 2,112,000 2,511,093
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
National Finance Public Co. Ltd.-NVDR
(Diversified Financial Services)(c)(d) 3,800,000 1,280,850
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Shin Corp. PCL (Wireless Telecommunication
Services)(d) 4,640,000 1,210,481
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
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FS-3
MARKET
SHARES VALUE
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Thailand-(Continued)
Siam Commercial Bank PCL-$1.37 Conv. Pfd.
(Banks) 2,875,000 $ 1,742,324
==========================================================================
7,891,983
==========================================================================
Turkey-1.24%
Haci Omer Sabanci Holding A.S. (Multi-Sector
Holdings) 385,407,406 1,067,960
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Koc Holding A.S. (Multi-Sector Holdings)(d) 83,299,000 881,090
==========================================================================
1,949,050
==========================================================================
Total Foreign Stocks & Other Equity
Interests (Cost $160,806,716) 153,051,789
==========================================================================
PRINCIPAL MARKET
AMOUNT VALUE
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
BONDS-0.00%
Brazil-0.00%
Companhia Vale Do Rio Doce, Non Conv. Bond
(Diversified Metals & Mining) 0.00%,
12/31/09 (Cost $0)(c)(e)(f) BRL 276,400 $ 0
==========================================================================
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SHARES
MONEY MARKET FUNDS-2.05%
STIC Liquid Assets Portfolio(g) 1,614,178 $ 1,614,178
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
STIC Prime Portfolio(g) 1,614,178 1,614,178
==========================================================================
Total Money Market Funds (Cost
$3,228,356) 3,228,356
==========================================================================
TOTAL INVESTMENTS-99.02% (Cost
$164,035,072)(h) 156,280,145
==========================================================================
OTHER ASSETS LESS LIABILITIES-0.98% 1,553,498
==========================================================================
NET ASSETS-100.00% $157,833,643
__________________________________________________________________________
==========================================================================
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Investment Abbreviations:
ADR - American Depositary Receipt BRL - Brazilian Dollar Conv. - Convertible CPO - Certificates or Ordinary Participation Ctfs. - Certificates GDR - Global Depositary Receipt NVDR - Non-voting Depository Receipt Pfd. - Preferred REGS - Regulation S Wts. - Warrants |
Notes to Schedule of Investments:
(a) Securities not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended
(e.g., the security was purchased in a Rule 144A transaction or a Regulation
D transaction); the securities may be resold only pursuant to an exemption
from registration under the 1933 Act, typically to qualified institutional
buyers. The aggregate market value of these securities at 10/31/02 was
$22,267,976, which represented 14.11% of the Fund's net assets. The Fund has
no rights to demand registration of these securities.
(b) Non-income producing security acquired as part of a unit with or in exchange
for other securities.
(c) Security fair valued in accordance with the procedures established by the
Board of Trustees.
(d) Non-income producing security.
(e) Foreign denominated security. Par value is denominated in currency
indicated.
(f) Zero coupon bond issued at a discount.
(g) The money market fund and the Fund are affiliated by having the same
investment advisor.
(h) Lippo Bank security was received through a corporate action and as of
October 31, 2002 it has no market value and no cost basis.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
FS-4
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
October 31, 2002
ASSETS:
Investments, at market value (cost
$164,035,072)* $156,280,145
-------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currencies, at value (cost $1,109,694) 1,106,258
-------------------------------------------------------------
Receivables for:
Investments sold 2,283,366
-------------------------------------------------------------
Fund shares sold 201,479
-------------------------------------------------------------
Dividends 299,388
-------------------------------------------------------------
Investment for deferred compensation plan 2,721
-------------------------------------------------------------
Collateral for securities loaned 14,736,534
-------------------------------------------------------------
Other assets 33,887
=============================================================
Total assets 174,943,778
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
LIABILITIES:
Payables for:
Investments purchased 1,400,406
-------------------------------------------------------------
Fund shares reacquired 368,204
-------------------------------------------------------------
Deferred compensation plan 2,721
-------------------------------------------------------------
Collateral upon return of securities loaned 14,736,534
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued distribution fees 220,424
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued trustees' fees 638
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued transfer agent fees 109,964
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued operating expenses 271,244
=============================================================
Total liabilities 17,110,135
=============================================================
Net assets applicable to shares outstanding $157,833,643
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
NET ASSETS:
Class A $123,811,772
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class B $ 31,465,222
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class C $ 2,556,649
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
SHARES OUTSTANDING, $0.01 PAR VALUE PER SHARE:
Class A 17,787,047
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class B 4,566,144
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class C 371,360
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class A:
Net asset value per share $ 6.96
-------------------------------------------------------------
Offering price per share:
(Net asset value of $6.96 divided by
95.25%) $ 7.31
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class B:
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 6.89
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class C:
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 6.88
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
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* At October 31, 2002, securities with an aggregate market value of $14,352,238 were on loan to brokers.
Statement of Operations
For the year ended October 31, 2002
INVESTMENT INCOME:
Dividends (net of foreign withholding tax of
$359,307) $ 3,345,311
------------------------------------------------------------
Dividends from affiliated money market funds 63,652
------------------------------------------------------------
Interest 1,220
------------------------------------------------------------
Security lending income 189,590
============================================================
Total investment income 3,599,773
============================================================
EXPENSES:
Advisory fees 1,984,365
------------------------------------------------------------
Administrative services fees 50,000
------------------------------------------------------------
Custodian fees 171,779
------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class A 682,689
------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class B 504,496
------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class C 33,535
------------------------------------------------------------
Interest 27,745
------------------------------------------------------------
Transfer agent fees 1,265,090
------------------------------------------------------------
Trustees' fees 9,663
------------------------------------------------------------
Other 347,191
============================================================
Total expenses 5,076,553
============================================================
Less: Fees waived (1,032,501)
------------------------------------------------------------
Expenses paid indirectly (10,740)
============================================================
Net expenses 4,033,312
============================================================
Net investment income (loss) (433,539)
============================================================
REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN (LOSS) FROM
INVESTMENT SECURITIES AND FOREIGN CURRENCIES:
Net realized gain (loss) from:
Investment securities (2,839,030)
------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currencies (342,553)
============================================================
(3,181,583)
============================================================
Change in net unrealized appreciation of:
Investment securities 24,949,663
------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currencies 33,682
============================================================
24,983,345
============================================================
Net gain from investment securities and foreign
currencies 21,801,762
============================================================
Net increase in net assets resulting from
operations $21,368,223
____________________________________________________________
============================================================
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See Notes to Financial Statements.
FS-5
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
For the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001
2002 2001
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
OPERATIONS:
Net investment income (loss) $ (433,539) $ 3,079,374
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net realized gain (loss) from investment securities and
foreign currencies (3,181,583) (64,271,885)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in net unrealized appreciation of investment
securities and foreign currencies 24,983,345 3,067,104
============================================================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from
operations 21,368,223 (58,125,407)
============================================================================================
Distributions to shareholders from net investment income:
Class A (1,561,040) (702,997)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B (329,075) --
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C (12,188) --
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Share transactions-net:
Class A 2,526,300 12,675,071
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B (28,318,242) (8,454,997)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C 681,781 553,866
============================================================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets (5,644,241) (54,054,464)
============================================================================================
NET ASSETS:
Beginning of year 163,477,884 217,532,348
============================================================================================
End of year $ 157,833,643 $ 163,477,884
____________________________________________________________________________________________
============================================================================================
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF:
Shares of beneficial interest $ 432,176,172 $ 459,722,262
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Undistributed net investment income (loss) (4,138) 1,748,611
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Undistributed net realized gain (loss) from investment
securities and foreign currencies (266,567,488) (265,238,741)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment
securities and foreign currencies (7,770,903) (32,754,248)
============================================================================================
$ 157,833,643 $ 163,477,884
____________________________________________________________________________________________
============================================================================================
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See Notes to Financial Statements.
FS-6
Notes to Financial Statements
October 31, 2002
NOTE 1--SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
AIM Developing Markets Fund (the "Fund") is a separate series of AIM Investment Funds (the "Trust"). The Trust is organized as a Delaware statutory trust and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"), as an open-end series management investment company consisting of seven separate series portfolios, each having an unlimited number of shares of beneficial interest. The Fund currently offers three different classes of shares: Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge. Class B shares and Class C shares are sold with a contingent deferred sales charge. Matters affecting each portfolio or class will be voted on exclusively by the shareholders of such portfolio or class. The assets, liabilities and operations of each portfolio are accounted for separately. Information presented in these financial statements pertains only to the Fund. The Fund's investment objective is long-term growth of capital and its secondary objective is income, to the extent consistent with seeking growth of capital.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The following is a summary of the significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
A. SECURITY VALUATIONS -- Securities, including restricted securities, are valued according to the following policy. A security listed or traded on an exchange (except convertible bonds) is valued at its last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the exchange where the security is principally traded, or lacking any sales on a particular day, the security is valued at the closing bid price on that day. Each security traded in the over-the-counter market (but not securities reported on the NASDAQ National Market System) is valued at the closing bid price furnished by independent pricing services or market makers. Each security reported on the NASDAQ National Market System is valued at the last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the valuation date or absent a last sales price, at the closing bid price. Debt obligations (including convertible bonds) are valued on the basis of prices provided by an independent pricing service. Prices provided by the pricing service may be determined without exclusive reliance on quoted prices, and may reflect appropriate factors such as institution-size trading in similar groups of securities, developments related to special securities, dividend rate, yield, quality, type of issue, coupon rate, maturity, individual trading characteristics and other market data. Securities for which market prices are not provided by any of the above methods are valued based upon quotes furnished by independent sources and are valued at the last bid price in the case of equity securities and in the case of debt obligations, the mean between the last bid and asked prices. Securities for which market quotations are not readily available or are questionable are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Trust's officers in a manner specifically authorized by the Board of Trustees. Short-term obligations having 60 days or less to maturity and commercial paper are valued at amortized cost which approximates market value. For purposes of determining net asset value per share, futures and option contracts generally will be valued 15 minutes after the close of the customary trading session of the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE").
Foreign securities are converted into U.S. dollar amounts using exchange rates as of the close of the NYSE. Generally, trading in foreign securities is substantially completed each day at various times prior to the close of the NYSE. The values of such securities used in computing the net asset value of the Fund's shares are determined as of the close of the respective markets. Events affecting the values of such foreign securities may occur between the times at which the particular foreign market closes and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE which would not be reflected in the computation of the Fund's net asset value. If a development/event is so significant that there is a reasonably high degree of certainty as to both the effect and the degree of effect that the development/event has actually caused that closing price to no longer reflect actual value, the closing prices, as determined at the close of the applicable foreign market, may be adjusted to reflect the fair value of the affected foreign securities as of the close of the NYSE as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Trustees.
B. SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS AND INVESTMENT INCOME -- Securities transactions are accounted for on a trade date basis. Realized gains or losses on sales are computed on the basis of specific identification of the securities sold. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis from settlement date. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date.
C. DISTRIBUTIONS -- Distributions from income and net realized capital gain, if any, are generally paid annually and recorded on ex-dividend date. The Fund may elect to use a portion of the proceeds from redemptions as distributions for federal income tax purposes.
D. FEDERAL INCOME TAXES -- The Fund intends to comply with the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code necessary to qualify as a regulated investment company and, as such, will not be subject to federal income taxes on otherwise taxable income (including net realized capital gain) which is distributed to shareholders. Therefore, no provision for federal income taxes is recorded in the financial statements.
E. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATIONS -- Portfolio securities and other assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts at date of valuation. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities and income items denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts on the respective dates of such transactions. The Fund does not separately account for the portion of the results of operations resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on investments and the fluctuations arising from changes in market prices of securities held. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gain or loss from investments.
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F. FOREIGN CURRENCY CONTRACTS -- A foreign currency contract is an obligation to purchase or sell a specific currency for an agreed-upon price at a future date. The Fund may enter into a foreign currency contract to attempt to minimize the risk to the Fund from adverse changes in the relationship between currencies. The Fund may also enter into a foreign currency contract for the purchase or sale of a security denominated in a foreign currency in order to "lock in" the U.S. dollar price of that security. The Fund could be exposed to risk if counterparties to the contracts are unable to meet the terms of their contracts or if the value of the foreign currency changes unfavorably.
G. EXPENSES -- Distribution expenses directly attributable to a class of shares are charged to the respective classes' operations. Transfer agency fees and expenses and other shareholder recordkeeping fees and expenses are charged to each class pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement adopted by the Fund with respect to such class. All other expenses are allocated among the classes based on relative net assets.
NOTE 2--ADVISORY FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES
A I M Advisors, Inc. ("AIM") is the Fund's investment manager and administrator. INVESCO Asset Management Limited is the Fund's sub-advisor and sub-administrator. The Fund pays AIM investment management and administration fees at an annual rate of 0.975% on the first $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.95% on the next $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.925% on the next $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.90% on the Fund's average daily net assets exceeding $1.5 billion. AIM has contractually agreed to waive fees and reimburse expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividends on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) for Class A, Class B and Class C shares to the extent necessary to limit total operating expenses of Class A shares to 2.00%. AIM has voluntarily agreed to waive advisory fees of the Fund in the amount of 25% of the advisory fee AIM receives from the affiliated money market fund of which the Fund has invested. For the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM waived fees of $1,032,501.
The Fund, pursuant to a master administrative services agreement with AIM, has agreed to pay AIM for certain administrative costs incurred in providing accounting services to the Fund. For the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM was paid $50,000 for such services.
The Fund, pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement, has agreed to pay A I M Fund Services, Inc. ("AFS") a fee for providing transfer agency and shareholder services to the Fund. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AFS retained $800,188 for such services.
The Trust has entered into master distribution agreements with A I M Distributors, Inc. ("AIM Distributors") to serve as the distributor for the Class A, Class B and Class C shares of the Fund. The Trust has adopted plans pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act with respect to the Fund's Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares (collectively the "Plans"). The Fund, pursuant to the Plans, pays AIM Distributors compensation at the annual rate of 0.50% of the Fund's average daily net assets of Class A shares and 1.00% of the average daily net assets of Class B and C shares. Of these amounts, the Fund may pay a service fee of 0.25% of the average daily net assets of the Class A, Class B or Class C shares to selected dealers and financial institutions who furnish continuing personal shareholder services to their customers who purchase and own the appropriate class of shares of the Fund. Any amounts not paid as a service fee under the Plans would constitute an asset-based sales charge. NASD Rules also impose a cap on the total sales charges, including asset-based sales charges that may be paid by any class of shares of the Fund. Rule 12b-1 Plan fees on Class A shares issued as a result of the conversion of shares from G.T. Global Developing Markets Fund, Inc. on October 31, 1997 and in connection with the AIM Eastern Europe Fund reorganization on September 10, 1999 are limited to 0.25% of the average net assets of the Fund's Class A shares issued in connection with such transactions. Pursuant to the master distribution agreements, for the year ended October 31, 2002, the Class A, Class B and Class C shares paid $682,689, $504,496 and $33,535 respectively.
AIM Distributors retained commissions of $22,655, from sales of the Class A shares of the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002. Such commissions are not an expense of the Fund. They are deducted from, and are not included in, the proceeds from sales of Class A shares. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM Distributors retained $1,482, $0 and $1,195 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed on redemptions of Class A, Class B and Class C shares, respectively.
Certain officers and trustees of the Trust are officers and directors of AIM, AFS and AIM Distributors.
During the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund paid legal fees of $3,083 for services rendered by Kramer, Levin, Naftalis & Frankel LLP as counsel to the Board of Trustees. A member of that firm is a trustee of the Trust.
NOTE 3--INDIRECT EXPENSES
For the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund received reductions in transfer agency fees from AFS (an affiliate of AIM) of $3,612 and reductions in custodian fees of $7,128 under expense offset arrangements which resulted in a reduction of the Fund's total expenses of $10,740.
NOTE 4--TRUSTEES' FEES
Trustees' fees represent remuneration paid to trustees who are not an "interested person" of AIM. Trustees have the option to defer compensation payable by the Trust. The Trustees deferring compensation have the option to select various AIM Funds in which all or part of their deferral accounts shall be deemed to be invested.
NOTE 5--BANK BORROWINGS
The Fund is a participant in a committed line of credit facility with a
syndicate administered by Citibank, N.A. The Fund may borrow up to the lesser of
(i) $500,000,000 or (ii) the limits set by its prospectus for borrowings. The
Fund and other funds advised by AIM which are parties to the line of credit may
borrow on a first come, first served basis. During the year ended October 31,
2002, the Fund did not borrow under the line of credit agreement. The funds
which are party to the line of credit are charged a commitment fee of 0.09% on
the unused balance of the committed line. The commitment fee is allocated among
the funds based on their respective average net assets for the period.
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NOTE 6--PORTFOLIO SECURITIES LOANED
The Fund may lend portfolio securities to the extent of one-third of the Fund's total assets. Such loans are secured by collateral equal to no less than the market value, determined daily, of the loaned securities. Such collateral will be cash or debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or any of its agencies. Cash collateral pursuant to these loans is invested in short-term money market instruments or affiliated money market funds. Lending securities entails a risk of loss to the Fund if and to the extent that the market value of the securities loaned were to increase and the borrower did not increase the collateral accordingly, and the borrower fails to return the securities. It is the Fund's policy to obtain additional collateral from or return excess collateral to the borrower by the end of the next business day. Therefore, the value of the collateral may be temporarily less than the value of the securities on loan.
At October 31, 2002, securities with an aggregate value of $14,352,238 were on
loan to brokers. The loans were secured by cash collateral of $14,736,534
received by the Fund and invested in affiliated money market funds as follows:
$7,368,267 in STIC Liquid Assets Portfolio and $7,368,267 in STIC Prime
Portfolio. For the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund received fees of
$189,590 for securities lending.
NOTE 7--DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS AND TAX COMPONENTS OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST
Distributions to Shareholders:
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
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Distributions paid from ordinary
income $1,902,303 $702,997
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Tax Components of Beneficial Interest:
As of October 31, 2002, the components of beneficial interest on a tax basis were as follows:
Unrealized appreciation
(depreciation) -- investments $ (8,838,771)
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Temporary book/tax differences (4,138)
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Capital loss carryforward (265,499,620)
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Shares of beneficial interest 432,176,172
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$ 157,833,643
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The difference between book-basis and tax basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is due to differences in the timing of recognition of gains and losses on investments for tax and book purposes. The Fund's unrealized appreciation (depreciation) difference is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales. Amount includes appreciation (depreciation) on foreign currencies of $(15,975).
The temporary book/tax differences are a result of timing differences between book and tax recognition of income and/or expenses. The Fund's temporary book/tax differences are the result of the deferral of trustee compensation and retirement plan expenses.
The Fund's capital loss carryforward expires as follows:
CAPITAL LOSS
EXPIRATION CARRYFORWARD
------------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2003 $ 4,421,874
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October 31, 2005 92,557,012
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October 31, 2006 77,587,890
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October 31, 2007 9,273,499
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October 31, 2008 15,085,807
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October 31, 2009 59,191,538
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October 31, 2010 7,382,000
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$265,499,620
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NOTE 8--INVESTMENT SECURITIES
The aggregate amount of investment securities (other than short-term securities) purchased and sold by the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002 was $212,906,734 and $241,555,722, respectively.
The amount of unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment securities, for tax purposes, as of October 31, 2002 is as follows:
Aggregate unrealized appreciation of investment securities $ 20,605,812 ------------------------------------------------------------- Aggregate unrealized (depreciation) of investment securities (29,428,608) ============================================================= Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment securities $ (8,822,796) _____________________________________________________________ ============================================================= Cost of investments for tax purposes is $165,102,941. |
NOTE 9--RECLASSIFICATION OF PERMANENT DIFFERENCES
As a result of differing book/tax treatment of foreign currency transactions, capital loss carryforward (limitation and expirations), net operating loss reclassifications, and other items, on October 31, 2002, undistributed net investment income was increased by $583,093, undistributed net realized gains increased by $1,852,836 and shares of beneficial interest decreased by $2,435,929. This reclassification had no effect on the net assets of the Fund.
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NOTE 10--SHARE INFORMATION
Changes in shares outstanding during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
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SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT
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Sold:
Class A 18,984,041* $ 151,783,985* 8,529,822 $ 66,809,739
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Class B 1,757,089 14,693,888 1,134,573 9,569,113
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Class C 4,399,753 35,723,849 516,122 3,438,363
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Issued as reinvestment of dividends:
Class A 154,286 1,189,539 58,770 501,891
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Class B 36,032 276,365 -- --
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Class C 1,387 10,628 -- --
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Issued in connection with acquisitions:
Class A -- -- 4,170,350 29,375,552**
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Class B -- -- 2,805,581 19,479,675**
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Class C -- -- 72,210 500,597**
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Reacquired:
Class A (18,869,366) (150,447,224) (10,564,832) (84,012,111)
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Class B (5,387,213)* (43,288,495)* (4,848,920) (37,503,785)
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Class C (4,299,081) (35,052,696) (503,177) (3,385,094)
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(3,223,072) $ (25,110,161) 1,370,499 $ 4,773,940
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* Includes automatic conversion of 2,460,236 shares of Class B shares in the amount of $20,184,741 to 2,436,361 shares of Class A shares in the amount of $20,184,741. ** As of the close of business on September 7, 2001, the Fund acquired all the net assets of AIM Latin American Growth Fund pursuant to a plan of reorganization approved by AIM Latin American Growth Fund's shareholders on August 17, 2001. The acquisition was accomplished by a tax-free exchange of 7,048,141 shares of the Fund for 4,138,175 shares of AIM Latin American Growth Fund shares outstanding as of the close of business on September 7, 2001. AIM Latin American Growth Fund's net assets at that date of $49,355,824 including $(14,203,098) of unrealized (depreciation), were combined with those of the Fund. The aggregate net assets of the Fund immediately before the acquisition were $139,205,478.
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NOTE 11--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following schedule presents financial highlights for a share of the Fund outstanding throughout the periods indicated.
CLASS A
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 6.32 $ 8.89 $ 9.86 $ 7.53 $ 12.56
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.01)(a) 0.15(a) 0.01(a) 0.06(a) 0.39(a)(b)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) 0.74 (2.67) (0.95) 2.36 (5.10)
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Total from investment operations 0.73 (2.52) (0.94) 2.42 (4.71)
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Redemptions fees retained -- -- 0.01 0.03 0.28
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Less dividends from net investment income (0.09) (0.05) (0.04) (0.12) (0.60)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 6.96 $ 6.32 $ 8.89 $ 9.86 $ 7.53
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Total return(c) 11.37% (28.51)% (9.52)% 33.11% (37.09)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $123,812 $110,756 $136,160 $157,198 $87,517
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets (including interest
expense):
With fee waivers 1.84%(d) 1.76% 1.87% 1.91% 1.93%
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Without fee waivers 2.35%(d) 2.26% 1.95% 2.38% 2.34%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.07)%(d) 1.95% 0.05% 0.68% 3.84%
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Ratio of interest expense to average net assets 0.01% -- 0.01% 0.01% 0.20%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Portfolio turnover rate 109% 144% 192% 125% 111%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Net investment income per share reflects an interest payment received
from the conversion of Vnesheconombank loan agreements of $0.14 per
share.
(c) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principals and does not include sales charges.
(d) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $149,721,510.
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NOTE 11--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS B
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NOVEMBER 3, 1997
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
---------------------------------------------- OCTOBER 31,
2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 6.25 $ 8.79 $ 9.79 $ 7.49 $ 12.56
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.05)(a) 0.11(a) (0.06)(a) 0.01(a) 0.31(a)(b)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) 0.73 (2.65) (0.94) 2.37 (5.07)
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Total from investment operations 0.68 (2.54) (1.00) 2.38 (4.76)
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Redemptions fees retained -- -- -- -- 0.28
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Less dividends from net investment income (0.04) -- -- (0.08) (0.59)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 6.89 $ 6.25 $ 8.79 $ 9.79 $ 7.49
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Total return(c) 10.85% (28.90)% (10.21)% 32.14% (39.76)%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $31,465 $51,040 $79,754 $49,723 $ 154
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets (including interest
expense):
With fee waivers 2.38%(d) 2.35% 2.47% 2.51% 2.68%(e)
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Without fee waivers 2.89%(d) 2.85% 2.55% 2.98% 3.09%(e)
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.61)%(d) 1.36% (0.56)% 0.08% 3.09%(e)
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Ratio of interest expense to average net assets 0.01% -- 0.01% 0.01% 0.20%(e)
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Portfolio turnover rate 109% 144% 192% 125% 111%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Net investment income per share reflects an interest payment received
from the conversion of Vnesheconombank loan agreements of $0.14 per
share.
(c) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principals, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is
not annualized for period less than one year.
(d) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $50,449,558.
(e) Annualized.
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NOTE 11--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS C
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MARCH 1, 1999
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
--------------------------------- OCTOBER 31,
2002 2001 2000 1999
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 6.25 $ 8.79 $ 9.79 $ 7.47
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.05)(a) 0.10(a) (0.06)(a) --(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) 0.72 (2.64) (0.94) 2.32
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Total from investment operations 0.67 (2.54) (1.00) 2.32
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Less dividends from net investment income (0.04) -- -- --
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Net asset value, end of period $ 6.88 $ 6.25 $ 8.79 $ 9.79
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Total return(b) 10.69% (28.90)% (10.21)% 31.06%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $2,557 $ 1,682 $ 1,618 $ 412
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets (including interest
expense):
With fee waivers 2.38%(c) 2.35% 2.47% 2.51%(d)
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Without fee waivers 2.89%(c) 2.85% 2.55% 2.98%(d)
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.61)%(c) 1.36% (0.56)% 0.08%(d)
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Ratio of interest expense to average net assets 0.01% -- 0.01% 0.01%(d)
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Portfolio turnover rate 109% 144% 192% 125%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principals, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is
not annualized for period less than one year.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $3,353,534.
(d) Annualized.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS
To the Board of Trustees and Shareholders of AIM Global Energy Fund:
In our opinion, the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, and the related statements of operations and of changes in net assets and the financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the AIM Global Energy Fund (one of the funds constituting AIM Investment Funds; hereafter referred to as the "Fund") at October 31, 2002, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended and the financial highlights for the periods indicated, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. These financial statements and financial highlights (hereafter referred to as "financial statements") are the responsibility of the Fund's management; our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, which require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits, which included confirmation of securities at October 31, 2002 by correspondence with the custodian, provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP December 12, 2002 Houston, Texas |
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FINANCIALS
Schedule of Investments
October 31, 2002
MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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DOMESTIC COMMON STOCKS-46.68%
Integrated Oil & Gas-3.84%
Murphy Oil Corp. 13,700 $ 1,148,471
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Multi-Utilities & Unregulated Power-0.50%
Equitable Resources, Inc. 4,200 149,520
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Oil & Gas Drilling-14.13%
Grey Wolf, Inc.(a) 229,600 918,400
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Parker Drilling Co.(a) 350,000 815,500
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Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc.(a) 41,000 1,185,720
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Pride International, Inc.(a) 50,300 698,164
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Rowan Cos., Inc.(a) 29,700 605,583
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4,223,367
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Oil & Gas Equipment & Services-10.30%
BJ Services Co.(a) 37,700 1,143,441
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Key Energy Services, Inc.(a) 124,800 1,114,464
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Oceaneering International, Inc.(a) 11,200 310,240
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Smith International, Inc.(a) 16,400 512,664
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3,080,809
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Oil & Gas Exploration & Production-15.79%
Apache Corp. 17,800 962,268
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BP Prudhoe Bay Royalty Trust 68,400 899,460
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Burlington Resources Inc. 6,800 280,160
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Devon Energy Corp. 10,600 535,300
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Quicksilver Resources Inc.(a) 23,900 525,800
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Spinnaker Exploration Co.(a) 27,100 521,675
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XTO Energy, Inc. 41,400 995,670
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4,720,333
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Oil & Gas Refining, Marketing &
Transportation-2.12%
Premcor Inc.(a) 5,500 110,275
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Valero Energy Corp. 14,900 524,629
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634,904
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Total Domestic Common Stocks (Cost
$15,066,044) 13,957,404
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FOREIGN STOCKS & OTHER EQUITY INTERESTS-47.38%
Canada-45.45%
Canadian Oil Sands Trust (Oil & Gas Exploration &
Production) 29,300 687,321
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CE Franklin Ltd. (Oil & Gas Equipment &
Services)(a) 128,800 307,832
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CHC Helicopter Corp.-Class A (Oil & Gas Equipment
& Services) 38,800 744,324
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
Canada-(Continued)
Clean Power Income Fund (Electric Utilities) 196,500 $ 1,291,419
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Crescent Point Energy Ltd.-Class A (Oil & Gas
Exploration & Production)(a) 600,000 1,290,033
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Energy Savings Income Fund-Receipts (Electric
Utilities) 16,400 172,094
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Ensign Resource Service Group, Inc. (Oil & Gas
Drilling) 97,700 983,208
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Gabriel Resources Ltd. (Diversified Metals &
Mining)(a) 175,000 460,497
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Ketch Resources Ltd. (Integrated Oil & Gas)(a) 1 1
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LionOre Mining International Ltd. (Diversified
Metals & Mining)(a) 93,700 249,570
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Oiltec Resources Ltd. (Oil & Gas Exploration &
Production)(a) 200,000 282,395
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Olympia Energy Inc. (Oil & Gas Exploration &
Production)(a) 201,400 445,947
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PEYTO Exploration & Development Corp. (Oil & Gas
Exploration & Production)(a) 202,600 1,179,374
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Placer Dome Inc. (Gold) 64,400 564,187
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Precision Drilling Corp. (Oil & Gas Drilling)(a) 32,000 1,093,229
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Progress Energy Ltd. (Oil & Gas Exploration &
Production)(a) 169,600 685,758
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Provident Energy Trust (Oil & Gas Exploration &
Production) 112,581 769,519
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SFK Pulp Fund (Forest Products) (Acquired
07/26/02; Cost $206,145)(b) 32,400 235,872
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ShawCor Ltd. (Oil & Gas Equipment & Services) 65,100 568,231
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Stuart Energy Systems Corp. (Electrical Components
& Equipment)(a) 38,300 58,995
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Talisman Energy Inc. (Oil & Gas Exploration &
Production) 19,300 707,910
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Zargon Oil & Gas Ltd. (Oil & Gas Exploration &
Production)(a) 158,600 809,236
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13,586,952
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France-1.93%
L'Air Liquide S.A. (Industrial Gases) 4,503 576,745
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Total Foreign Stocks & Other Equity Interests
(Cost $13,530,630) 14,163,697
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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MONEY MARKET FUNDS-3.38%
STIC Liquid Assets Portfolio(c) 504,632 $ 504,632
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STIC Prime Portfolio(c) 504,632 504,632
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Total Money Market Funds (Cost $1,009,264) 1,009,264
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TOTAL INVESTMENTS-97.44% (Cost $29,605,938) 29,130,365
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OTHER ASSETS LESS LIABILITIES-2.56% 766,790
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NET ASSETS-100.00% $29,897,155
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Notes to Schedule of Investments:
(a) Non-income producing security.
(b) Security not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (e.g.,
the security was purchased in a Rule 144A transaction or a Regulation D
transaction); the security may be resold only pursuant to an exemption from
registration under the 1933 Act, typically to qualified institutional
buyers. The market value of this security at 10/31/02 represented 0.79% of
the Fund's net assets. The Fund has no rights to demand registration of
these securities.
(c) The money market fund and the Fund are affiliated by having the same
investment advisor.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities
October 31, 2002
ASSETS:
Investments, at market value (cost
$29,605,938)* $29,130,365
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Foreign currencies, at value (cost $5,064) 5,090
------------------------------------------------------------
Receivables for:
Investments sold 3,498,034
------------------------------------------------------------
Fund shares sold 35,009
------------------------------------------------------------
Dividends 31,122
------------------------------------------------------------
Investment for deferred compensation plan 2,482
------------------------------------------------------------
Collateral for securities loaned 3,621,821
------------------------------------------------------------
Other assets 18,148
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Total assets 36,342,071
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============================================================
LIABILITIES:
Payables for:
Investments purchased 2,632,395
------------------------------------------------------------
Fund shares reacquired 103,301
------------------------------------------------------------
Deferred compensation plan 2,482
------------------------------------------------------------
Collateral upon return of securities loaned 3,621,821
------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued distribution fees 26,075
------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued trustees' fees 795
------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued transfer agent fees 15,561
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Accrued operating expenses 42,486
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Total liabilities 6,444,916
============================================================
Net assets applicable to shares outstanding $29,897,155
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============================================================
NET ASSETS:
Class A $18,075,730
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============================================================
Class B $10,510,485
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============================================================
Class C $ 1,310,940
____________________________________________________________
============================================================
SHARES OUTSTANDING, $0.01 PAR VALUE PER SHARE:
Class A 1,629,154
____________________________________________________________
============================================================
Class B 978,993
____________________________________________________________
============================================================
Class C 121,997
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Class A:
Net asset value per share $ 11.10
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Offering price per share:
(Net asset value of $11.10 divided by
95.25%) $ 11.65
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============================================================
Class B:
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 10.74
____________________________________________________________
============================================================
Class C:
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 10.75
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* At October 31, 2002, securities with an aggregate market value of $3,531,838 were on loan to brokers.
Statement of Operations
For the year ended October 31, 2002
INVESTMENT INCOME:
Dividends (net of foreign withholding tax of
$47,024) $ 489,603
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Dividends from affiliated money market funds 30,325
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Interest 369
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Security lending income 32,792
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Total investment income 553,089
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EXPENSES:
Advisory fees 288,354
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Administrative services fees 50,000
-------------------------------------------------------------
Custodian fees 22,084
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class A 80,639
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class B 121,290
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class C 13,180
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Transfer agent fees 154,093
-------------------------------------------------------------
Trustees' fees 8,427
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Printing 55,879
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Professional fees 43,909
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Other 44,731
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Total expenses 882,586
=============================================================
Less: Fees waived (223,074)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Expenses paid indirectly (572)
=============================================================
Net expenses 658,940
=============================================================
Net investment income (loss) (105,851)
=============================================================
REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN (LOSS) FROM
INVESTMENT SECURITIES AND FOREIGN CURRENCIES:
Net realized gain (loss) from:
Investment securities (4,122,316)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currencies (2,485)
=============================================================
(4,124,801)
=============================================================
Change in net unrealized appreciation of:
Investment securities 4,563,717
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Foreign currencies 4,368
=============================================================
4,568,085
=============================================================
Net gain from investment securities and foreign
currencies 443,284
=============================================================
Net increase in net assets resulting from
operations $ 337,433
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See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
For the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001
2002 2001
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
OPERATIONS:
Net investment income (loss) $ (105,851) $ 50,642
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net realized gain (loss) from investment securities and
foreign currencies (4,124,801) 1,679,569
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of
investment securities and foreign currencies 4,568,085 (6,590,217)
==========================================================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from
operations 337,433 (4,860,006)
==========================================================================================
Distributions to shareholders from net investment income:
Class A (71,556) --
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Class B (220) --
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Class C (16) --
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Share transactions-net:
Class A 5,662,718 1,813,664
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B (1,624,200) 691,805
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Class C 421,819 725,619
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets 4,725,978 (1,628,918)
==========================================================================================
NET ASSETS:
Beginning of year 25,171,177 26,800,095
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End of year $ 29,897,155 $ 25,171,177
__________________________________________________________________________________________
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NET ASSETS CONSIST OF:
Shares of beneficial interest $ 56,355,950 $ 52,082,179
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Undistributed net investment income 137,264 42,839
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Undistributed net realized gain (loss) from investment
securities and foreign currencies (26,123,996) (21,913,693)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment
securities and foreign currencies (472,063) (5,040,148)
==========================================================================================
$ 29,897,155 $ 25,171,177
__________________________________________________________________________________________
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See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements
October 31, 2002
NOTE 1--SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
AIM Global Energy Fund (the "Fund") is a separate series of AIM Investment Funds (the "Trust"). The Trust is organized as a Delaware statutory trust and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"), as an open-end series management investment company consisting of seven separate series portfolios, each having an unlimited number of shares of beneficial interest. The Fund currently offers three different classes of shares: Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge. Class B shares and Class C shares are sold with a contingent deferred sales charge. Matters affecting each portfolio or class will be voted on exclusively by the shareholders of such portfolio or class. The assets, liabilities and operations of each portfolio are accounted for separately. Information presented in these financial statements pertains only to the Fund.
The Fund's investment objective is long-term growth of capital.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The following is a summary of the significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
A. SECURITY VALUATIONS -- Securities, including restricted securities, are valued according to the following policy. A security listed or traded on an exchange (except convertible bonds) is valued at its last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the exchange where the security is principally traded, or lacking any sales on a particular day, the security is valued at the closing bid price on that day. Each security traded in the over-the-counter market (but not securities reported on the NASDAQ National Market System) is valued at the closing bid price furnished by independent pricing services or market makers. Each security reported on the NASDAQ National Market System is valued at the last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the valuation date or absent a last sales price, at the closing bid price. Debt obligations (including convertible bonds) are valued on the basis of prices provided by an independent pricing service. Prices provided by the pricing service may be determined without exclusive reliance on quoted prices, and may reflect appropriate factors such as institution-size trading in similar groups of securities, developments related to special securities, dividend rate, yield, quality, type of issue, coupon rate, maturity, individual trading characteristics and other market data. Securities for which market prices are not provided by any of the above methods are valued based upon quotes furnished by independent sources and are valued at the last bid price in the case of equity securities and in the case of debt obligations, the mean between the last bid and asked prices. Securities for which market quotations are not readily available or are questionable are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Trust's officers in a manner specifically authorized by the Board of Trustees. Short-term obligations having 60 days or less to maturity and commercial paper are valued at amortized cost which approximates market value. For purposes of determining net asset value per share, futures and option contracts generally will be valued 15 minutes after the close of the customary trading session of the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE").
Foreign securities are converted into U.S. dollar amounts using exchange rates as of the close of the NYSE. Generally, trading in foreign securities is substantially completed each day at various times prior to the close of the NYSE. The values of such securities used in computing the net asset value of the Fund's shares are determined as of the close of the respective markets. Events affecting the values of such foreign securities may occur between the times at which the particular foreign market closes and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE which would not be reflected in the computation of the Fund's net asset value. If a development/event is so significant that there is a reasonably high degree of certainty as to both the effect and the degree of effect that the development/event has actually caused that closing price to no longer reflect actual value, the closing prices, as determined at the close of the applicable foreign market, may be adjusted to reflect the fair value of the affected foreign securities as of the close of the NYSE as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Trustees.
B. SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS AND INVESTMENT INCOME -- Securities transactions are accounted for on a trade date basis. Realized gains or losses on sales are computed on the basis of specific identification of the securities sold. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis from settlement date. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date.
C. DISTRIBUTIONS -- Distributions from income and net realized capital gain, if any, are generally paid annually and recorded on ex-dividend date. The Fund may elect to use a portion of the proceeds from redemptions as distributions for federal income tax purposes.
D. FEDERAL INCOME TAXES -- The Fund intends to comply with the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code necessary to qualify as a regulated investment company and, as such, will not be subject to federal income taxes on otherwise taxable income (including net realized capital gain) which is distributed to shareholders. Therefore, no provision for federal income taxes is recorded in the financial statements.
E. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATIONS -- Portfolio securities and other assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts at date of valuation. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities and income items denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts on the respective dates of such transactions. The Fund does not separately account for the portion of the results of operations resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on investments and the fluctuations arising from changes in market prices of securities held. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gain or loss from investments.
F. FOREIGN CURRENCY CONTRACTS -- A foreign currency contract is an obligation to purchase or sell a specific currency for an agreed-
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upon price at a future date. The Fund may enter into a foreign currency contract to attempt to minimize the risk to the Fund from adverse changes in the relationship between currencies. The Fund may also enter into a foreign currency contract for the purchase or sale of a security denominated in a foreign currency in order to "lock in" the U.S. dollar price of that security. The Fund could be exposed to risk if counterparties to the contracts are unable to meet the terms of their contracts or if the value of the foreign currency changes unfavorably.
G. EXPENSES -- Distribution expenses directly attributable to a class of shares are charged to the respective classes' operations. Transfer agency fees and expenses and other shareholder recordkeeping fees and expenses are charged to each class pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement adopted by the Fund with respect to such class. All other expenses are allocated among the classes based on relative net assets.
NOTE 2--ADVISORY FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES
A I M Advisors, Inc. ("AIM") is the Fund's investment manager and administrator. The Fund pays AIM investment management and administration fees at an annual rate of 0.975% on the first $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.95% on the next $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.925% on the next $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.90% on the Fund's average daily net assets exceeding $1.5 billion. AIM has contractually agreed to limit total annual operating expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividends on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) for Class A, Class B and Class C shares to 2.00%, 2.50% and 2.50%, respectively. AIM has voluntarily agreed to waive advisory fees of the Fund in the amount of 25% of the advisory fee AIM receives from the affiliated money market fund of which the Fund has invested. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM waived fees of $233,074.
The Fund, pursuant to a master administrative services agreement with AIM, has agreed to pay AIM for certain administrative costs incurred in providing accounting services to the Fund. For the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM was paid $50,000 for such services.
The Fund, pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement, has agreed to pay A I M Fund Services, Inc. ("AFS") a fee for providing transfer agency and shareholder services to the Fund. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AFS retained $93,933 for such services.
The Trust has entered into master distribution agreements with A I M Distributors, Inc. ("AIM Distributors") to serve as the distributor for the Class A, Class B and Class C shares of the Fund. The Trust has adopted plans pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act with respect to the Fund's Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares (collectively the "Plans"). The Fund, pursuant to the Plans, pays AIM Distributors compensation at the annual rate of 0.50% of the Fund's average daily net assets of Class A shares and 1.00% of the average daily net assets of Class B and C shares. Of these amounts, the Fund may pay a service fee of 0.25% of the average daily net assets of the Class A, Class B or Class C shares to selected dealers and financial institutions who furnish continuing personal shareholder services to their customers who purchase and own the appropriate class of shares of the Fund. Any amounts not paid as a service fee under the Plans would constitute an asset-based sales charge. NASD Rules also impose a cap on the total sales charges, including asset-based sales charges that may be paid any class of shares of the Fund. Pursuant to the master distribution agreements, for the year ended October 31, 2002, the Class A, Class B and Class C shares paid $80,639, $121,290 and $13,180, respectively.
AIM Distributors retained commissions of $9,416 from sales of the Class A shares of the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002. Such commissions are not an expense of the Fund. They are deducted from, and are not included in, the proceeds from sales of Class A shares. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM Distributors retained $31, $0 and $5,091 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed on redemptions of Class A, Class B and Class C shares, respectively.
Certain officers and trustees of the Trust are officers and directors of AIM, AFS and AIM Distributors.
During the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund paid legal fees of $2,776 for services rendered by Kramer, Levin, Naftalis & Frankel LLP as counsel to the Board of Trustees. A member of that firm is a trustee of the Trust.
NOTE 3--INDIRECT EXPENSES
For the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund received reductions in transfer agency fees from AFS (an affiliate of AIM) of $504 and reductions in custodian fees of $68 under expense offset arrangements which resulted in a reduction of the Fund's total expenses of $572.
NOTE 4--TRUSTEES' FEES
Trustees' fees represent remuneration paid to trustees who are not an "interested person" of AIM. Trustees have the option to defer compensation payable by the Trust. The Trustees deferring compensation have the option to select various AIM Funds in which all or part of their deferral accounts shall be deemed to be invested.
NOTE 5--BANK BORROWINGS
The Fund is a participant in a committed line of credit facility with a
syndicate administered by Citibank, N.A. The Fund may borrow up to the lesser of
(i) $500,000,000 or (ii) the limits set by its prospectus for borrowings. The
Fund and other funds advised by AIM which are parties to the line of credit may
borrow on a first come, first served basis. During the year ended October 31,
2002, the Fund did not borrow under the line of credit agreement. The funds
which are party to the line of credit are charged a commitment fee of 0.09% on
the unused balance of the committed line. The commitment fee is allocated among
the funds based on their respective average net assets for the period.
NOTE 6--PORTFOLIO SECURITIES LOANED
The Fund may lend portfolio securities to the extent of one-third of the Fund's total assets. Such loans are secured by collateral equal to no less than the market value, determined daily, of the loaned securities. Such collateral will be cash or debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or any of its agencies. Cash collateral pursuant to these loans is invested in short-term money market instruments or affiliated money market funds. Lending securities entails a risk of loss to the Fund if and to the extent that the market value of the securities loaned were to increase and the borrower did not increase the collateral accordingly, and
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the borrower fails to return the securities. It is the Fund's policy to obtain additional collateral from or return excess collateral to the borrower by the end of the next business day. Therefore, the value of the collateral may be temporarily less than the value of the securities on loan.
At October 31, 2002, securities with an aggregate value of $3,531,838 were on
loan to brokers. The loans were secured by cash collateral of $3,621,821
received by the Fund and invested in affiliated money market funds as follows:
$1,810,911 in STIC Liquid Assets Portfolio and $1,810,910 in STIC Prime
Portfolio. For the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund received fees of
$32,792 for securities lending.
NOTE 7--DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS AND TAX COMPONENTS OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST
Distributions to Shareholders:
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions paid from ordinary Income $71,792 $ --
____________________________________________________________
============================================================
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Tax Components of Beneficial Interest:
As of October 31, 2002, the components of beneficial interest on a tax basis were as follows:
Undistributed ordinary income $ 140,605
-------------------------------------------------------------
Unrealized appreciation
(depreciation) -- investments (572,088)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Temporary book/tax differences (3,340)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Capital loss carryforward (26,023,972)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Shares of beneficial interest 56,355,950
=============================================================
$ 29,897,155
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
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The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is due to differences in the timing of recognition of gains and losses on investments for tax and book purposes. The Fund's unrealized appreciation (depreciation) difference is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales, tax treatment of partnership items and other deferrals. Amount includes appreciation on foreign currencies of $3,510.
The temporary book/tax differences are a result of timing differences between book and tax recognition of income and/or expenses. The Fund's temporary book/tax differences are the result of the deferral of trustee compensation.
The Fund's capital loss carryforward expires as follows:
CAPITAL LOSS
EXPIRATION CARRYFORWARD
----------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2006 $20,054,017
----------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2007 1,450,461
----------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2008 338,540
----------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2010 4,180,954
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$26,023,972
__________________________________________________________
==========================================================
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NOTE 8--INVESTMENT SECURITIES
The aggregate amount of investment securities (other than short-term securities) purchased and sold by the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002 was $47,215,023 and $42,397,984, respectively.
The amount of unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment securities, for tax purposes, as of October 31, 2002 is as follows:
Aggregate unrealized appreciation of investment securities $ 1,603,253 ------------------------------------------------------------- Aggregate unrealized (depreciation) of investment securities (2,178,851) ============================================================= Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment securities $ (575,598) _____________________________________________________________ ============================================================= Cost of investments for tax purposes is $29,705,963. |
NOTE 9--RECLASSIFICATION OF PERMANENT DIFFERENCES
As a result of differing book/tax treatment of foreign currency transactions, net operating loss, and other items, on October 31, 2002, undistributed net investment income was increased by $272,068, undistributed net realized gains decreased by $85,502 and shares of beneficial interest decreased by $186,566. This reclassification had no effect on the net assets of the Fund.
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NOTE 10--SHARE INFORMATION
Changes in shares outstanding during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
------------------------- -----------------------
SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sold:
Class A 1,372,711* $15,660,046* 737,964 $ 9,417,339
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B 505,919 5,786,626 548,545 6,880,493
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C 308,554 3,384,904 111,491 1,402,897
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Issued as reinvestment of dividends:
Class A 6,136 62,830 -- --
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B 18 180 -- --
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Class C 1 12 -- --
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Reacquired:
Class A (905,005) (10,060,158) (616,551) (7,603,675)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B (701,012)* (7,411,006)* (528,940) (6,188,688)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C (278,055) (2,963,097) (58,126) (677,278)
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309,267 $ 4,460,337 194,383 $ 3,231,088
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* Includes automatic conversion of 127,313 shares of Class B shares in the amount of $1,378,868 to 123,071 shares of Class A shares in the amount of $1,378,868.
NOTE 11--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following schedule presents financial highlights for a share of the Fund outstanding throughout the periods indicated.
CLASS A
---------------------------------------------------------------
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
---------------------------------------------------------------
2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 10.58 $ 12.22 $ 12.12 $ 10.95 $ 20.65
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.01)(a) 0.05(a) 0.02(a) 0.02(a) (0.11)(a)
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) 0.59 (1.69) 0.08 1.15 (8.91)
=============================================================================================================================
Total from investment operations 0.58 (1.64) 0.10 1.17 (9.02)
=============================================================================================================================
Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income (0.06) -- -- -- (0.19)
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions from net realized gains -- -- -- -- (0.49)
=============================================================================================================================
Total distributions (0.06) -- -- -- (0.68)
=============================================================================================================================
Net asset value, end of period $ 11.10 $ 10.58 $ 12.22 $ 12.12 $ 10.95
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=============================================================================================================================
Total return(b) 5.56% (13.42)% 0.74% 10.68% (45.02)%
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=============================================================================================================================
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $18,076 $12,224 $12,638 $15,664 $19,463
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=============================================================================================================================
Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.00%(c) 2.00% 2.00% 2.00% 1.98%
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Without fee waivers 2.76%(c) 2.84% 2.80% 2.30% 2.29%
=============================================================================================================================
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.13)%(c) 0.45% 0.18% 0.19% (0.75)%
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=============================================================================================================================
Portfolio turnover rate 152% 189% 105% 123% 201%
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=============================================================================================================================
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles and does not include sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $16,127,732.
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NOTE 11--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS B
---------------------------------------------------------------
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
---------------------------------------------------------------
2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 10.23 $ 11.88 $ 11.84 $ 10.75 $ 20.37
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.07)(a) (0.01)(a) (0.04)(a) (0.04)(a) (0.18)(a)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized
and unrealized) 0.58 (1.64) 0.08 1.13 (8.76)
===================================================================================================================
Total from investment operations 0.51 (1.65) 0.04 1.09 (8.94)
===================================================================================================================
Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income (0.00) -- -- -- (0.19)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions from net realized gains -- -- -- -- (0.49)
===================================================================================================================
Total distributions (0.00) -- -- -- (0.68)
===================================================================================================================
Net asset value, end of period $ 10.74 $ 10.23 $ 11.88 $ 11.84 $ 10.75
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===================================================================================================================
Total return(b) 4.99% (13.89)% 0.34% 10.14% (45.25)%
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===================================================================================================================
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $10,510 $12,010 $13,710 $20,019 $28,996
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===================================================================================================================
Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.50%(c) 2.50% 2.50% 2.50% 2.48%
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Without fee waivers 3.26%(c) 3.34% 3.30% 2.80% 2.79%
===================================================================================================================
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (0.63)%(c) (0.05)% (0.32)% (0.31)% (1.25)%
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===================================================================================================================
Portfolio turnover rate 152% 189% 105% 123% 201%
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===================================================================================================================
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles and does not include contingent deferred sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $12,129,059.
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NOTE 11--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS C
-------------------------------------------------------
MARCH 1, 1999
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
----------------------------------- OCTOBER 31,
2002 2001 2000 1999
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 10.24 $ 11.88 $ 11.84 $10.00
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.07)(a) (0.01)(a) (0.04)(a) (0.03)(a)
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) 0.58 (1.63) 0.08 1.87
=====================================================================================================================
Total from investment operations 0.51 (1.64) 0.04 1.84
=====================================================================================================================
Less dividends from net investment income (0.00) -- -- --
=====================================================================================================================
Net asset value, end of period $ 10.75 $ 10.24 $ 11.88 $11.84
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=====================================================================================================================
Total return(b) 4.98% (13.80)% 0.34% 18.40%
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=====================================================================================================================
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $ 1,311 $ 937 $ 453 $ 41
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=====================================================================================================================
Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.50%(c) 2.50% 2.50% 2.50%(d)
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Without fee waivers 3.26%(c) 3.34% 3.30% 2.80%(d)
=====================================================================================================================
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.63)%(c) (0.05)% (0.32)% (0.31)%(d)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=====================================================================================================================
Portfolio turnover rate 152% 189% 105% 123%
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=====================================================================================================================
|
(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is
not annualized for periods less than one year.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $1,317,975.
(d) Annualized.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS
To the Board of Trustees and Shareholders of AIM Global Financial Services Fund:
In our opinion, the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, and the related statements of operations and of changes in net assets and the financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the AIM Global Financial Services Fund (one of the funds constituting AIM Investment Funds; hereafter referred to as the "Fund") at October 31, 2002, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended and the financial highlights for the periods indicated, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. These financial statements and financial highlights (hereafter referred to as "financial statements") are the responsibility of the Fund's management; our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, which require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits, which included confirmation of securities at October 31, 2002 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers, provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP December 12, 2002 Houston, Texas |
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FINANCIALS
Schedule of Investments
October 31, 2002
MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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DOMESTIC COMMON STOCKS-72.36%
Banks-23.38%
Bank of America Corp. 137,000 $ 9,562,600
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Bank of New York Co., Inc. (The) 91,000 2,366,000
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Charter One Financial, Inc. 87,150 2,638,902
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Comerica Inc. 102,000 4,453,320
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Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. 148,000 5,125,240
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FleetBoston Financial Corp. 218,900 5,120,071
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M&T Bank Corp. 15,000 1,228,800
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Mellon Financial Corp. 125,003 3,536,335
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Northern Trust Corp. 58,000 2,019,560
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Synovus Financial Corp. 141,000 2,889,090
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U.S. Bancorp. 70,000 1,476,300
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Wachovia Corp. 71,500 2,487,485
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Wells Fargo & Co. 112,500 5,677,875
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Zions Bancorp. 107,500 4,322,575
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52,904,153
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Consumer Finance-2.63%
Countrywide Financial Corp. 28,000 1,408,680
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MBNA Corp. 223,500 4,539,285
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5,947,965
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Data Processing Services-1.68%
DST Systems, Inc.(a) 124,000 3,813,000
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Diversified Financial Services-28.38%
Alliance Capital Management Holding L.P. 63,000 1,833,930
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American Express Co. 109,500 3,982,515
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CIT Group Inc. 61,000 1,086,410
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Citigroup Inc. 219,501 8,110,562
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Eaton Vance Corp. 82,000 2,354,220
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Fannie Mae 33,500 2,239,810
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Federated Investors, Inc.-Class B 110,000 2,948,000
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Freddie Mac 61,000 3,756,380
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Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The) 81,300 5,821,080
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Investors Financial Services Corp. 79,600 2,441,332
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Legg Mason, Inc. 151,500 7,038,690
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Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. 148,200 7,894,614
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Merrill Lynch & Co., Inc. 165,300 6,273,135
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Morgan Stanley 52,700 2,051,084
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Principal Financial Group, Inc. 121,000 3,394,050
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State Street Corp. 72,000 2,978,640
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64,204,452
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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Insurance Brokers-0.86%
Marsh & McLennan Cos., Inc. 41,600 $ 1,943,136
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IT Consulting & Services-1.08%
SunGard Data Systems Inc.(a) 110,000 2,438,700
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Life & Health Insurance-3.84%
Nationwide Financial Services, Inc.-Class A 156,200 4,326,740
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Prudential Financial, Inc.(a) 38,800 1,132,960
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StanCorp Financial Group, Inc. 60,000 3,240,000
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8,699,700
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Multi-Line Insurance-4.39%
American International Group, Inc. 104,450 6,533,347
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Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The) 86,300 3,408,850
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9,942,197
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Property & Casualty Insurance-6.12%
Allstate Corp. (The) 43,000 1,710,540
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Ambac Financial Group, Inc. 33,000 2,039,400
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MGIC Investment Corp. 39,000 1,636,440
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PMI Group, Inc. (The) 82,000 2,443,600
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Radian Group Inc. 82,000 2,892,140
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St. Paul Cos., Inc. (The) 58,000 1,902,400
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Travelers Property Casualty Corp.-Class B(a) 90,000 1,216,800
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13,841,320
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Total Domestic Common Stocks (Cost
$175,248,160) 163,734,623
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FOREIGN STOCKS & OTHER EQUITY
INTERESTS-23.10%
Australia-0.88%
St. George Bank Ltd. (Banks) 202,000 1,992,015
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Bermuda-2.07%
Everest Re Group, Ltd. (Reinsurance) 80,700 4,682,214
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Cayman Islands-1.58%
ACE Ltd. (Property & Casualty Insurance) 116,000 3,567,000
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Canada-1.49%
Bank of Nova Scotia (Banks) 25,000 736,153
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Royal Bank of Canada (Banks) 46,500 1,623,814
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Sun Life Financial Services of Canada Inc.
(Life & Health Insurance) 60,400 1,014,872
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3,374,839
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France-1.77%
BNP Paribas S.A. (Banks) 60,200 2,398,931
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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France-(Continued)
Credit Agricole S.A. (Banks) 98,650 $ 1,613,075
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4,012,006
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Germany-0.32%
Muenchener Rueckversicherungs-Gesellschaft
A.G. (Reinsurance) 5,680 725,584
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Hong Kong-1.41%
Dah Sing Financial Group (Banks) 686,000 3,184,009
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Ireland-3.91%
Anglo Irish Bank Corp. PLC (Banks) 858,800 5,737,772
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Bank of Ireland (Banks) 281,200 3,117,316
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8,855,088
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Italy-2.47%
Banco Popolare di Verona e Novara Scrl
(Banks) 253,000 3,030,075
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UniCredito Italiano S.p.A. (Banks) 681,800 2,564,413
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5,594,488
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Japan-0.32%
Nomura Holdings Inc. (Diversified Financial
Services) 62,000 713,749
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Mexico-0.83%
Grupo Financiero BBVA Bancomer, S.A. de C.V.-
Class B (Banks)(a) 2,392,900 1,876,968
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Netherlands-0.74%
Van der Moolen Holding N.V. (Diversified
Financial Services) 75,000 1,673,999
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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South Korea-0.68%
Kookmin Bank-ADR (Banks) 47,300 $ 1,530,155
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Spain-1.70%
Banco Popular Espanol S.A. (Banks) 90,100 3,856,186
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Sweden-0.49%
Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB-Class A
(Banks)(a) 127,000 1,103,455
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United Kingdom-2.44%
Man Group PLC (Diversified Financial
Services) 96,300 1,434,846
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Northern Rock PLC (Banks) 108,100 1,142,014
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Royal Bank of Scotland Group PLC (Banks) 125,100 2,944,742
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5,521,602
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Total Foreign Stocks & Other Equity
Interests (Cost $50,267,220) 52,263,357
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MONEY MARKET FUNDS-3.87%
STIC Liquid Assets Portfolio(b) 4,376,765 4,376,765
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STIC Prime Portfolio(b) 4,376,765 4,376,765
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Total Money Market Funds (Cost
$8,753,530) 8,753,530
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TOTAL INVESTMENTS-99.33% (Cost $234,268,910) 224,751,510
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OTHER ASSETS LESS LIABILITIES-0.67% 1,517,132
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NET ASSETS-100.00% $226,268,642
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Investment Abbreviations:
ADR - American Depositary Receipt |
Notes to Schedule of Investments:
(a) Non-income producing security.
(b) The money market fund and the Fund are affiliated by having the same
investment advisor.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities
October 31, 2002
ASSETS:
Investments, at market value (cost
$234,268,910)* $224,751,510
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Foreign currencies, at value (cost $323,133) 324,957
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Receivables for:
Investments sold 3,751,853
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Fund shares sold 236,477
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Dividends 173,494
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Investment for deferred compensation plan 2,855
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Collateral for securities loaned 19,774,354
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Other assets 22,933
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Total assets 249,038,433
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LIABILITIES:
Payables for:
Investments purchased 1,895,773
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Fund shares reacquired 707,633
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Deferred compensation plan 2,855
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Collateral upon return of securities loaned 19,774,354
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Accrued distribution fees 212,806
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Accrued trustees' fees 665
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Accrued transfer agent fees 86,716
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Accrued operating expenses 88,989
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Total liabilities 22,769,791
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Net assets applicable to shares outstanding $226,268,642
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NET ASSETS:
Class A $108,191,449
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Class B $ 90,838,169
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Class C $ 27,239,024
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
SHARES OUTSTANDING, $0.01 PAR VALUE PER
SHARE:
Class A 5,736,947
_____________________________________________________________
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Class B 5,010,164
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=============================================================
Class C 1,502,434
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=============================================================
Class A:
Net asset value per share $ 18.86
-------------------------------------------------------------
Offering price per share:
(Net asset value of $18.86 divided by
95.25%) $ 19.80
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class B:
Net asset value and offering price per
share $ 18.13
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=============================================================
Class C:
Net asset value and offering price per
share $ 18.13
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* At October 31, 2002, securities with an aggregate market value of $19,118,335 were on loan to brokers.
Statement of Operations
For the year ended October 31, 2002
INVESTMENT INCOME:
Dividends (net of foreign withholding tax of
$122,904) $ 4,387,225
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Dividends from affiliated money market funds 293,858
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Interest 540
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Security lending income 59,671
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Total investment income 4,741,294
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EXPENSES:
Advisory fees 2,792,762
-------------------------------------------------------------
Administrative services fees 77,287
-------------------------------------------------------------
Custodian fees 72,841
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class A 668,896
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class B 1,181,058
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class C 345,522
-------------------------------------------------------------
Transfer agent fees 973,918
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Trustees' fees 10,504
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Other 271,701
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Total expenses 6,394,489
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Less: Fees waived (3,254)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Expenses paid indirectly (4,705)
=============================================================
Net expenses 6,386,530
=============================================================
Net investment income (loss) (1,645,236)
=============================================================
REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN (LOSS) FROM
INVESTMENT SECURITIES, FOREIGN CURRENCIES
AND OPTION CONTRACTS:
Net realized gain (loss) from:
Investment securities (16,876,997)
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Foreign currencies 19,594
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Option contracts written 950,411
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(15,906,992)
=============================================================
Change in net unrealized appreciation
(depreciation) of:
Investment securities (3,665,896)
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Foreign currencies 1,680
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(3,664,216)
=============================================================
Net gain (loss) from investment securities,
foreign currencies and option contracts (19,571,208)
=============================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
resulting from operations $(21,216,444)
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=============================================================
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See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
For the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001
2002 2001
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
OPERATIONS:
Net investment income (loss) $ (1,645,236) $ (1,479,394)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net realized gain (loss) from investment securities,
foreign currencies and option contracts (15,906,992) (702,041)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of
investment securities and foreign currencies (3,664,216) (55,478,909)
==========================================================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from
operations (21,216,444) (57,660,344)
==========================================================================================
Distributions to shareholders from net realized gains:
Class A -- (1,093,601)
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Class B -- (1,042,912)
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Class C -- (251,528)
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Share transactions-net:
Class A (9,235,195) 58,836,610
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B (15,032,506) 48,052,092
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Class C (2,205,504) 18,437,773
==========================================================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets (47,689,649) 65,278,090
==========================================================================================
NET ASSETS:
Beginning of year 273,958,291 208,680,201
==========================================================================================
End of year $226,268,642 $273,958,291
__________________________________________________________________________________________
==========================================================================================
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF:
Shares of beneficial interest $252,308,562 $280,430,611
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Undistributed net investment income 137,610 87,996
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Undistributed net realized gain (loss) from investment
securities, foreign currencies and option contracts (16,661,676) (708,678)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment
securities and foreign currencies (9,515,854) (5,851,638)
==========================================================================================
$226,268,642 $273,958,291
__________________________________________________________________________________________
==========================================================================================
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See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements
October 31, 2002
NOTE 1--SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
AIM Global Financial Services Fund (the "Fund") is a separate series of AIM Investment Funds (the "Trust"). The Trust is organized as a Delaware statutory trust and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"), as an open-end series management investment company consisting of seven separate series portfolios, each having an unlimited number of shares of beneficial interest. The Fund currently offers three different classes of shares: Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge. Class B shares and Class C shares are sold with a contingent deferred sales charge. Matters affecting each portfolio or class will be voted on exclusively by the shareholders of such portfolio or class. The assets, liabilities and operations of each portfolio are accounted for separately. Information presented in these financial statements pertains only to the Fund.
The Fund's investment objective is long-term growth of capital.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The following is a summary of the significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
A. SECURITY VALUATIONS -- Securities, including restricted securities, are valued according to the following policy. A security listed or traded on an exchange (except convertible bonds) is valued at its last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the exchange where the security is principally traded, or lacking any sales on a particular day, the security is valued at the closing bid price on that day. Each security traded in the over-the-counter market (but not securities reported on the NASDAQ National Market System) is valued at the closing bid price furnished by independent pricing services or market makers. Each security reported on the NASDAQ National Market System is valued at the last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the valuation date or absent a last sales price, at the closing bid price. Debt obligations (including convertible bonds) are valued on the basis of prices provided by an independent pricing service. Prices provided by the pricing service may be determined without exclusive reliance on quoted prices, and may reflect appropriate factors such as institution-size trading in similar groups of securities, developments related to special securities, dividend rate, yield, quality, type of issue, coupon rate, maturity, individual trading characteristics and other market data. Securities for which market prices are not provided by any of the above methods are valued based upon quotes furnished by independent sources and are valued at the last bid price in the case of equity securities and in the case of debt obligations, the mean between the last bid and asked prices. Securities for which market quotations are not readily available or are questionable are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Trust's officers in a manner specifically authorized by the Board of Trustees. Short-term obligations having 60 days or less to maturity and commercial paper are valued at amortized cost which approximates market value. For purposes of determining net asset value per share, futures and option contracts generally will be valued 15 minutes after the close of the customary trading session of the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE").
Foreign securities are converted into U.S. dollar amounts using exchange rates as of the close of the NYSE. Generally, trading in foreign securities is substantially completed each day at various times prior to the close of the NYSE. The values of such securities used in computing the net asset value of the Fund's shares are determined as of the close of the respective markets. Events affecting the values of such foreign securities may occur between the times at which the particular foreign market closes and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE which would not be reflected in the computation of the Fund's net asset value. If a development/event is so significant that there is a reasonably high degree of certainty as to both the effect and the degree of effect that the development/event has actually caused that closing price to no longer reflect actual value, the closing prices, as determined at the close of the applicable foreign market, may be adjusted to reflect the fair value of the affected foreign securities as of the close of the NYSE as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Trustees.
B. SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS AND INVESTMENT INCOME -- Securities transactions are accounted for on a trade date basis. Realized gains or losses on sales are computed on the basis of specific identification of the securities sold. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis from settlement date. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date.
C. DISTRIBUTIONS -- Distributions from income and net realized capital gain, if any, are generally paid annually and recorded on ex-dividend date. The Fund may elect to use a portion of the proceeds from redemptions as distributions for federal income tax purposes.
D. FEDERAL INCOME TAXES -- The Fund intends to comply with the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code necessary to qualify as a regulated investment company and, as such, will not be subject to federal income taxes on otherwise taxable income (including net realized capital gain) which is distributed to shareholders. Therefore, no provision for federal income taxes is recorded in the financial statements.
E. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATIONS -- Portfolio securities and other assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts at date of valuation. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities and income items denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts on the respective dates of such transactions. The Fund does not separately account for the portion of the results of operations resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on investments and the fluctuations arising from changes in market prices of securities held. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gain or loss from investments.
F. FOREIGN CURRENCY CONTRACTS -- A foreign currency contract is an obligation to purchase or sell a specific currency for an agreed-
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upon price at a future date. The Fund may enter into a foreign currency contract to attempt to minimize the risk to the Fund from adverse changes in the relationship between currencies. The Fund may also enter into a foreign currency contract for the purchase or sale of a security denominated in a foreign currency in order to "lock in" the U.S. dollar price of that security. The Fund could be exposed to risk if counterparties to the contracts are unable to meet the terms of their contracts or if the value of the foreign currency changes unfavorably.
G. COVERED CALL OPTIONS -- The Fund may write call options, on a covered basis; that is, the Fund will own the underlying security. When the Fund writes a covered call option, an amount equal to the premium received by the Fund is recorded as an asset and an equivalent liability. The amount of the liability is subsequently "marked-to-market" to reflect the current market value of the option written. The current market value of a written option is the mean between the last bid and asked prices on that day. If a written call option expires on the stipulated expiration date, or if the Fund enters into a closing purchase transaction, the Fund realizes a gain (or a loss if the closing purchase transaction exceeds the premium received when the option was written) without regard to any unrealized gain or loss on the underlying security, and the liability related to such option is extinguished. If a written option is exercised, the Fund realizes a gain or a loss from the sale of the underlying security and the proceeds of the sale are increased by the premium originally received.
H. EXPENSES -- Distribution expenses directly attributable to a class of shares are charged to the respective classes' operations. Transfer agency fees and expenses and other shareholder recordkeeping fees and expenses are charged to each class pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement adopted by the Fund with respect to such class. All other expenses are allocated among the classes based on relative net assets.
NOTE 2--ADVISORY FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES
A I M Advisors, Inc. ("AIM") is the Fund's investment manager and administrator. The Fund pays AIM investment management and administration fees at an annual rate of 0.975% on the first $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.95% on the next $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.925% on the next $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.90% on the Fund's average daily net assets exceeding $1.5 billion. AIM has voluntarily agreed to waive advisory fees of the Fund in the amount of 25% of the advisory fee AIM receives from the affiliated money market fund of which the Fund has invested. For the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM waived fees of $3,254.
The Fund, pursuant to a master administrative services agreement with AIM, has agreed to pay AIM for certain administrative costs incurred in providing accounting services to the Fund. For the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM was paid $77,287 for such services.
The Fund, pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement, has agreed to pay A I M Fund Services, Inc. ("AFS") a fee for providing transfer agency and shareholder services to the Fund. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AFS retained $540,705 for such services.
The Trust has entered into master distribution agreements with A I M Distributors, Inc. ("AIM Distributors") to serve as the distributor for the Class A, Class B and Class C shares of the Fund. The Trust has adopted plans pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act with respect to the Fund's Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares (collectively the "Plans"). The Fund, pursuant to the Plans, pays AIM Distributors compensation at the annual rate of 0.50% of the Fund's average daily net assets of Class A shares and 1.00% of the average daily net assets of Class B and C shares. Of these amounts, the Fund may pay a service fee of 0.25% of the average daily net assets of the Class A, Class B or Class C shares to selected dealers and financial institutions who furnish continuing personal shareholder services to their customers who purchase and own the appropriate class of shares of the Fund. Any amounts not paid as a service fee under the Plans would constitute an asset-based sales charge. NASD Rules also impose a cap on the total sales charges, including asset-based sales charges that may be paid by any class of shares of the Fund. Pursuant to the master distribution agreements, for the year ended October 31, 2002, the Class A, Class B and Class C shares paid $668,896, $1,181,058 and $345,522, respectively.
AIM Distributors retained commissions of $76,053 from sales of the Class A shares of the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002. Such commissions are not an expense of the Fund. They are deducted from, and are not included in, the proceeds from sales of Class A shares. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM Distributors retained $6,413, $621 and $9,102 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed on redemptions of Class A, Class B and Class C shares, respectively.
Certain officers and trustees of the Trust are officers and directors of AIM, AFS and AIM Distributors.
During the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund paid legal fees of $4,141 for services rendered by Kramer, Levin, Naftalis & Frankel LLP as counsel to the Board of Trustees. A member of that firm is a trustee of the Trust.
NOTE 3--INDIRECT EXPENSES
For the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund received reductions in transfer agency fees from AFS (an affiliate of AIM) of $4,442 and reductions in custodian fees of $263 under expense offset arrangements which resulted in a reduction of the Fund's total expenses of $4,705.
NOTE 4--TRUSTEES' FEES
Trustees' fees represent remuneration paid to trustees who are not an "interested person" of AIM. Trustees have the option to defer compensation payable by the Trust. The Trustees deferring compensation have the option to select various AIM Funds in which all or part of their deferral accounts shall be deemed to be invested.
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NOTE 5--BANK BORROWINGS
The Fund is a participant in a committed line of credit facility with a
syndicate administered by Citibank, N.A. The Fund may borrow up to the lesser of
(i) $500,000,000 or (ii) the limits set by its prospectus for borrowings. The
Fund and other funds advised by AIM which are parties to the line of credit may
borrow on a first come, first served basis. During the year ended October 31,
2002, the Fund did not borrow under the line of credit agreement. The funds
which are party to the line of credit are charged a commitment fee of 0.09% on
the unused balance of the committed line. The commitment fee is allocated among
the funds based on their respective average net assets for the period.
NOTE 6--PORTFOLIO SECURITIES LOANED
The Fund may lend portfolio securities to the extent of one-third of the Fund's total assets. Such loans are secured by collateral equal to no less than the market value, determined daily, of the loaned securities. Such collateral will be cash or debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or any of its agencies. Cash collateral pursuant to these loans is invested in short-term money market instruments or affiliated money market funds. Lending securities entails a risk of loss to the Fund if and to the extent that the market value of the securities loaned were to increase and the borrower did not increase the collateral accordingly, and the borrower fails to return the securities. It is the Fund's policy to obtain additional collateral from or return excess collateral to the borrower by the end of the next business day. Therefore, the value of the collateral may be temporarily less than the value of the securities on loan.
At October 31, 2002, securities with an aggregate value of $19,118,335 were on
loan to brokers. The loans were secured by cash collateral of $19,774,354
received by the Fund and invested in affiliated money market funds as follows:
$9,887,177 in STIC Liquid Assets Portfolio and $9,887,177 in STIC Prime
Portfolio. For the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund received fees of
$59,671 for securities lending.
NOTE 7--CALL OPTION CONTRACTS
Transactions in call options written during the year ended October 31, 2002 are summarized as follows:
CALL OPTION CONTRACTS
-----------------------
NUMBER OF PREMIUMS
CONTRACTS RECEIVED
------------------------------------------------------------
Beginning of year -- $ --
------------------------------------------------------------
Written 10,527 1,306,996
------------------------------------------------------------
Closed (7,470) (956,513)
------------------------------------------------------------
Exercised (556) (84,220)
------------------------------------------------------------
Expired (2,501) (266,263)
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End of year -- $ --
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============================================================
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NOTE 8--DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS AND TAX COMPONENTS OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST
Distributions to Shareholders:
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions paid from long-term
capital gains $ -- $2,388,041
____________________________________________________________
============================================================
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Tax Components of Beneficial Interest:
As of October 31, 2002, the components of beneficial interest on a tax basis were as follows:
Unrealized appreciation -- investments $ (9,583,365)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Temporary book/tax differences (4,734)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Capital loss carryforward (16,451,821)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Shares of beneficial interest 252,308,562
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$226,268,642
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=============================================================
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The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is due to differences in the timing of recognition of gains, losses and income on investments for tax and book purposes. The Fund's unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales and the tax recognition of partnership income. Amount includes appreciation on foreign currencies of $1,546.
The temporary book/tax differences are primarily a result of timing differences between book and tax recognition of income and/or expenses. The Fund's temporary book/tax differences are the result of the deferral of trustee compensation and retirement plan expenses.
The Fund's capital loss carryforward expires as follows:
CAPITAL LOSS
EXPIRATION CARRYFORWARD
-----------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2009 $ 259,675
-----------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2010 16,192,146
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$16,451,821
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===========================================================
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FS-32
NOTE 9--INVESTMENT SECURITIES
The aggregate amount of investment securities (other than short-term securities) purchased and sold by the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002 was $137,661,362 and $159,332,982, respectively.
The amount of unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment securities, for tax purposes, as of October 31, 2002 is as follows:
Aggregate unrealized appreciation of investment securities $ 14,557,279 ------------------------------------------------------------- Aggregate unrealized (depreciation) of investment securities (24,142,190) ============================================================= Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment securities $ (9,584,911) _____________________________________________________________ ============================================================= Cost of investments for tax purposes is $234,336,421. |
NOTE 10--RECLASSIFICATION OF PERMANENT DIFFERENCES
As a result of differing book/tax treatment of foreign currency transactions, net operating loss reclassifications, partnership income, and other items, on October 31, 2002, undistributed net investment income was increased by $1,694,850, undistributed net realized gains decreased by $46,006 and shares of beneficial interest decreased by $1,648,844. This reclassification had no effect on the net assets of the Fund.
NOTE 11--SHARE INFORMATION
Changes in shares outstanding during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
-------------------------- --------------------------
SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sold:
Class A 2,922,009* $62,717,219* 5,052,621 $119,437,397
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B 1,253,533 26,379,817 3,478,790 79,898,444
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C 727,708 14,583,074 1,195,608 27,610,451
======================================================================================================================
Issued as reinvestment of dividends:
Class A -- -- 43,536 1,037,039
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Class B -- -- 42,175 974,682
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C -- -- 10,376 239,794
======================================================================================================================
Reacquired:
Class A (3,401,742) (71,952,414) (2,718,336) (61,637,826)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B (2,070,585)* (41,412,323)* (1,519,609) (32,821,034)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C (863,759) (16,788,578) (435,228) (9,412,472)
======================================================================================================================
(1,432,836) $(26,473,205) 5,149,933 $125,326,475
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
======================================================================================================================
|
* Includes automatic conversion of 355,226 shares of Class B shares in the amount of $7,336,625 to 339,373 shares of Class A shares in the amount of $7,336,625.
FS-33
NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following schedule presents financial highlights for a share of the Fund outstanding throughout the periods indicated.
CLASS A
----------------------------------------------------------------------
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
----------------------------------------------------------------------
2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 20.40 $ 24.85 $ 23.23 $ 17.05 $ 17.22
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.07)(a) (0.06)(a) (0.07)(a) (0.02)(a) 0.07(a)
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) (1.47) (4.13) 5.87 6.25 0.37
=================================================================================================================================
Total from investment operations (1.54) (4.19) 5.80 6.23 0.44
=================================================================================================================================
Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income -- -- (0.25) (0.02) (0.01)
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions from net realized gains -- (0.26) (3.93) (0.03) (0.60)
=================================================================================================================================
Total distributions -- (0.26) (4.18) (0.05) (0.61)
=================================================================================================================================
Net asset value, end of period $ 18.86 $ 20.40 $ 24.85 $ 23.23 $ 17.05
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=================================================================================================================================
Total return(b) (7.55)% (17.03)% 30.06% 36.62% 2.53%
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=================================================================================================================================
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $108,191 $126,816 $95,393 $30,987 $28,433
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=================================================================================================================================
Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 1.97%(c) 1.85% 2.00% 1.99% 1.97%
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Without fee waivers 1.97%(c) 1.85% 2.00% 2.12% 1.99%
=================================================================================================================================
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net
assets (0.31)%(c) (0.26)% (0.33)% (0.08)% 0.37%
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=================================================================================================================================
Portfolio turnover rate 51% 53% 41% 107% 111%
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=================================================================================================================================
|
(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles and does not include sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $133,779,148.
FS-34
NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS B
----------------------------------------------------------------
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
----------------------------------------------------------------
2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 19.71 $ 24.14 $ 22.67 $ 16.71 $ 16.97
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.17)(a) (0.17)(a) (0.18)(a) (0.12)(a) (0.02)(a)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) (1.41) (4.00) 5.72 6.11 0.37
================================================================================================================================
Total from investment operations (1.58) (4.17) 5.54 5.99 0.35
================================================================================================================================
Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income -- -- (0.14) -- (0.01)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions from net realized gains -- (0.26) (3.93) (0.03) (0.60)
================================================================================================================================
Total distributions -- (0.26) (4.07) (0.03) (0.61)
================================================================================================================================
Net asset value, end of period $ 18.13 $ 19.71 $ 24.14 $ 22.67 $ 16.71
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
================================================================================================================================
Total return(b) (8.02)% (17.45)% 29.40% 35.91% 2.08%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
================================================================================================================================
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $90,838 $114,852 $92,343 $49,619 $48,785
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
================================================================================================================================
Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.47%(c) 2.35% 2.50% 2.49% 2.47%
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Without fee waivers 2.47%(c) 2.35% 2.50% 2.62% 2.49%
================================================================================================================================
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.81)%(c) (0.76)% (0.83)% (0.58)% (0.13)%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
================================================================================================================================
Portfolio turnover rate 51% 53% 41% 107% 111%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
================================================================================================================================
|
(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles and does not include contingent deferred sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $118,105,820.
FS-35
NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS C
-----------------------------------------------------------
MARCH 1, 1999
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
-------------------------------------- OCTOBER 31,
2002 2001 2000 1999
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, beginning of period $ 19.71 $ 24.14 $ 22.67 $ 19.58
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.17)(a) (0.17)(a) (0.18)(a) (0.08)(a)
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) (1.41) (4.00) 5.72 3.17
===========================================================================================================================
Total from investment operations (1.58) (4.17) 5.54 3.09
===========================================================================================================================
Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income -- -- (0.14) --
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions from net realized gains -- (0.26) (3.93) --
===========================================================================================================================
Total distributions -- (0.26) (4.07) --
===========================================================================================================================
Net asset value, end of period $ 18.13 $ 19.71 $ 24.14 $ 22.67
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===========================================================================================================================
Total return(b) (8.02)% (17.45)% 29.40% 15.78%
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===========================================================================================================================
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $27,239 $32,290 $20,944 $ 605
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===========================================================================================================================
Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.47%(c) 2.35% 2.50% 2.49%(d)
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Without fee waivers 2.47%(c) 2.35% 2.50% 2.62%(d)
===========================================================================================================================
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (0.81)%(c) (0.76)% (0.83)% (0.58)%(d)
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===========================================================================================================================
Portfolio turnover rate 51% 53% 41% 107%
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===========================================================================================================================
|
(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is
not annualized for periods less than one year.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $34,552,185.
(d) Annualized.
FS-36
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS
To the Board of Trustees and Shareholders of AIM Global Health Care Fund:
In our opinion, the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, and the related statements of operations and of changes in net assets and the financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the AIM Global Health Care Fund (one of the funds constituting AIM Investment Funds; hereafter referred to as the "Fund") at October 31, 2002, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended and the financial highlights for the periods indicated, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. These financial statements and financial highlights (hereafter referred to as "financial statements") are the responsibility of the Fund's management; our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, which require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits, which included confirmation of securities at October 31, 2002 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers, provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP December 12, 2002 Houston, Texas |
FS-37
FINANCIALS
Schedule of Investments
October 31, 2002
MARKET
SHARES VALUE
------------------------------------------------------------------------
DOMESTIC COMMON STOCKS-65.74%
Biotechnology-5.10%
Affymetrix, Inc.(a) 100 $ 2,610
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a) 659,400 6,719,286
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Amgen Inc.(a) 160,000 7,449,600
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Charles River Laboratories International,
Inc.(a) 100 3,675
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Ciphergen Biosystems, Inc.(a) 101,000 295,930
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Corvas International, Inc.(a)(b) 1,865,000 2,405,850
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gen-Probe Inc.(a) 7,740 160,063
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Genentech, Inc.(a) 100 3,409
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gilead Sciences, Inc.(a) 100 3,474
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a) 2,250,000 21,960,000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Onyx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a) 100 377
------------------------------------------------------------------------
SangStat Medical Corp.(a) 1,000 18,660
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sequenom Inc.(a) 40,000 93,200
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc.(a) 100 1,961
========================================================================
39,118,095
========================================================================
Electronic Equipment & Instruments-0.69%
Varian Inc.(a) 180,000 5,293,800
========================================================================
Environmental Services-0.00%
Stericycle, Inc.(a) 1,000 33,300
========================================================================
Fertilizers & Agricultural Chemicals-0.46%
Monsanto Co. 213,241 3,524,874
========================================================================
Health Care Distributors & Services-0.02%
AmerisourceBergen Corp. 100 7,115
------------------------------------------------------------------------
AMN Healthcare Services, Inc.(a) 100 1,446
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Apria Healthcare Group Inc.(a) 100 2,439
------------------------------------------------------------------------
DaVita, Inc.(a) 1,000 23,970
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Express Scripts, Inc.(a) 100 5,418
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lincare Holdings Inc.(a) 100 3,407
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Odyssey Healthcare, Inc.(a) 100 3,498
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Owens & Minor, Inc. 100 1,472
------------------------------------------------------------------------
PSS World Medical, Inc.(a) 100 764
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Quintiles Transnational Corp.(a) 10,000 107,500
========================================================================
157,029
========================================================================
Health Care Equipment-4.47%
ATS Medical, Inc.(a)(b) 2,220,000 1,223,220
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Baxter International Inc. 700,000 17,514,000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Becton, Dickinson & Co. 168,000 4,957,680
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bruker AXS Inc.(a) 20,000 42,400
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cardiac Science, Inc.(a) 2,465,000 4,683,500
------------------------------------------------------------------------
CONMED Corp.(a) 100 1,958
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fisher Scientific International Inc.(a) 1,000 28,600
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mentor Corp. 1,000 37,900
------------------------------------------------------------------------
|
MARKET
SHARES VALUE
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Health Care Equipment-(Continued)
St. Jude Medical, Inc.(a) 125,000 $ 4,451,250
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Varian Medical Systems, Inc.(a) 1,000 48,220
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Wright Medical Group, Inc.(a) 100 1,721
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Zimmer Holdings, Inc.(a) 100 4,122
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Zoll Medical Corp.(a) 40,000 1,298,000
========================================================================
34,292,571
========================================================================
Health Care Facilities-19.86%
Community Health Systems Inc.(a) 1,900,000 44,650,000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
HCA Inc. 850,000 36,966,500
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Health Management Associates, Inc.-Class A 80,000 1,529,600
------------------------------------------------------------------------
LifePoint Hospitals, Inc.(a) 1,000 31,350
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Medcath Corp.(a) 100 1,126
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Province Healthcare Co.(a)(b) 450,000 5,872,500
------------------------------------------------------------------------
RehabCare Group, Inc.(a) 100 2,103
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Select Medical Corp.(a) 100 1,294
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tenet Healthcare Corp.(a) 1,050,000 30,187,500
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Triad Hospitals, Inc.(a) 180,000 6,570,000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
United Surgical Partners International,
Inc.(a) 100 1,986
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Universal Health Services, Inc.-Class B(a) 550,000 26,664,000
========================================================================
152,477,959
========================================================================
Health Care Supplies-1.64%
Bausch & Lomb Inc. 400,000 12,440,000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
STAAR Surgical Co.(a) 60,000 183,000
========================================================================
12,623,000
========================================================================
Household Appliances-0.00%
Helen of Troy Ltd.(a) 1,000 9,650
========================================================================
IT Consulting & Services-0.32%
Health Management Systems, Inc.(a) 670,000 2,479,000
========================================================================
Managed Health Care-0.72%
AMERIGROUP Corp.(a) 100 2,921
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Anthem, Inc.(a) 206 12,978
------------------------------------------------------------------------
CIGNA Corp. 100 3,614
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Coventry Health Care, Inc.(a) 100 3,346
------------------------------------------------------------------------
PacifiCare Health Systems, Inc.(a) 100 2,956
------------------------------------------------------------------------
UnitedHealth Group Inc. 60,000 5,457,000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
WellPoint Health Networks Inc.(a) 100 7,521
========================================================================
5,490,336
========================================================================
Pharmaceuticals-32.46%
Abbott Laboratories 890,000 37,264,300
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alpharma Inc.-Class A 60,000 568,800
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Barr Laboratories, Inc.(a) 1,000 58,830
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. 1,530,000 37,653,300
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Eli Lilly & Co. 1,000 55,500
------------------------------------------------------------------------
|
FS-38
MARKET
SHARES VALUE
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Pharmaceuticals-(Continued)
IVAX Corp.(a) 100 $ 1,255
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Johnson & Johnson 100 5,875
------------------------------------------------------------------------
King Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(a) 148,700 2,282,545
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Merck & Co. Inc. 690,000 37,425,600
------------------------------------------------------------------------
OraPharma, Inc.(a) 270,000 1,152,900
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Pfizer Inc. 1,426,200 45,310,374
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Pharmacia Corp. 1,250,000 53,750,000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Schering-Plough Corp. 400,000 8,540,000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Wyeth 750,000 25,125,000
========================================================================
249,194,279
========================================================================
Semiconductor Equipment-0.00%
Varian Semiconductor Equipment Associates,
Inc.(a) 1,000 23,820
========================================================================
Total Domestic Common Stocks (Cost
$497,622,705) 504,717,713
========================================================================
FOREIGN STOCKS & OTHER EQUITY INTERESTS-25.18%
Denmark-0.14%
Novo Nordisk A.S.-Class B (Pharmaceuticals) 40,000 1,103,228
========================================================================
France-9.04%
Aventis S.A. (Pharmaceuticals) 700,000 41,883,387
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sanofi-Synthelabo S.A. (Pharmaceuticals)(a) 450,000 27,504,067
========================================================================
69,387,454
========================================================================
Germany-2.63%
Altana A.G. (Pharmaceuticals) 25,000 1,195,678
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bayer A.G. (Diversified Chemicals) 1,000,000 18,964,568
========================================================================
20,160,246
========================================================================
Israel-3.63%
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.-ADR
(Pharmaceuticals) 360,000 27,874,800
========================================================================
Japan-4.98%
Daiichi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
(Pharmaceuticals) 10,000 146,146
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Eisai Co., Ltd. (Pharmaceuticals) 200,000 4,319,072
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fujisawa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
(Pharmaceuticals) (Acquired
09/07/01-10/25/02); Cost $4,726,785)(c) 250,000 4,857,936
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kyorin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
(Pharmaceuticals) 300,000 5,339,647
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kyowa Hakko Kogyo Co., Ltd. (Pharmaceuticals) 5,000 21,759
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mitsubishi Pharma Corp. (Pharmaceuticals) 1,000 6,475
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
(Pharmaceuticals) 1,000 31,515
------------------------------------------------------------------------
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Japan-(Continued)
Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
(Pharmaceuticals) 210,000 $ 1,587,688
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sankyo Co., Ltd. (Pharmaceuticals) 600,000 7,073,808
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Santen Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
(Pharmaceuticals) 1,000 8,908
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Shionogi & Co., Ltd. (Pharmaceuticals) 1,000 11,471
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Taisho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
(Pharmaceuticals) 60,000 940,072
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Takeda Chemical Industries, Ltd.
(Pharmaceuticals) 100,000 4,155,781
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tanabe Seiyaku Co., Ltd. (Pharmaceuticals) 40,000 339,647
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Terumo Corp. (Health Care Equipment) 60,000 824,951
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Uni-Charm Corp. (Household Products) 1,000 36,986
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Yamanouchi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
(Pharmaceuticals) 350,000 8,572,828
========================================================================
38,274,690
========================================================================
Netherlands-2.73%
Akzo Nobel N.V. (Diversified Chemicals) 700,000 20,924,372
========================================================================
New Zealand-0.00%
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp. Ltd.-ADR
(Health Care Equipment) 100 2,159
========================================================================
Switzerland-0.00%
Alcon, Inc. (Health Care Supplies)(a) 100 4,102
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Novartis A.G. (Pharmaceuticals) 100 3,812
========================================================================
7,914
========================================================================
United Kingdom-2.03%
GlaxoSmithKline PLC-ADR (Pharmaceuticals) 1,000 37,690
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Shire Pharmaceuticals Group PLC
(Pharmaceuticals)(a) 1,900,000 15,314,503
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Shire Pharmaceuticals Group PLC-ADR
(Pharmaceuticals)(a) 10,000 233,600
========================================================================
15,585,793
========================================================================
Total Foreign Stocks & Other Equity
Interests (Cost $183,237,897) 193,320,656
========================================================================
MONEY MARKET FUNDS-5.51%
STIC Liquid Assets Portfolio(d) 21,160,369 21,160,369
------------------------------------------------------------------------
STIC Prime Portfolio(d) 21,160,369 21,160,369
========================================================================
Total Money Market Funds (Cost
$42,320,738) 42,320,738
========================================================================
TOTAL INVESTMENTS-96.43% (Cost $723,181,340) 740,359,107
========================================================================
OTHER ASSETS LESS LIABILITIES-3.57% 27,409,599
========================================================================
NET ASSETS-100.00% $767,768,706
________________________________________________________________________
========================================================================
|
Investment Abbreviations:
ADR - American Depositary Receipt |
FS-39
Notes to Schedule of Investments:
(a) Non-income producing security.
(b) Affiliated issuer in which the Fund's holdings of the issuer represent 5% or
more of the outstanding voting securities of the issuer. The Fund has not
owned enough of the outstanding voting securities of the issuer to have
control (as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940) of that issuer.
The market value as of 10/31/02 was $9,501,570 which represented 1.24% of
the Fund's net assets. Following is a summary of the transactions with
affiliates for the year ended October 31, 2002.
MARKET CHANGE IN MARKET
VALUE PURCHASES SALES UNREALIZED VALUE DIVIDEND REALIZED
10/31/2001 AT COST AT COST (APPR./(DEPR.) 10/31/2002 INCOME GAIN/(LOSS)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
ATS Medical Inc.................. $ 952,500 $3,497,816 $ -- $(3,227,096) $1,223,220 $ -- $ --
Corvas International Inc......... -- 5,459,185 -- (3,053,335) 2,405,850 -- --
PRAECIS Pharmaceuticals Inc...... 10,825,000 -- (13,887,081) 3,062,081 -- -- (2,932,512)
Province Healthcare Co........... 39,947,500 -- (48,158,055) 14,083,055 5,872,500 -- 8,910,715
=================================================================================================================================
$51,725,000 $9,501,570 $ -- $5,978,203
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=================================================================================================================================
|
(c) Security not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (e.g.,
the security was purchased in a Rule 144A transaction or a Regulation D
transaction); the security may be resold only pursuant to an exemption from
registration under the 1933 Act, typically to qualified institutional
buyers. The market value of this security at 10/31/02 represented 0.63% of
the Fund's net assets. The Fund has no rights to demand registration of this
security. This security is considered to be liquid under procedures
established by the Board of Trustees.
(d) The money market fund and the Fund are affiliated by having the same
investment advisor.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
FS-40
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
October 31, 2002
ASSETS:
Investments, at market value (cost
$723,181,340)* $740,359,107
-------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currencies, at value (cost $2,279) 2,486
-------------------------------------------------------------
Receivables for:
Investments sold 35,874,348
-------------------------------------------------------------
Fund shares sold 4,659,254
-------------------------------------------------------------
Dividends 1,361,714
-------------------------------------------------------------
Investment for deferred compensation plan 3,651
-------------------------------------------------------------
Collateral for securities loaned 100,490,099
-------------------------------------------------------------
Other assets 32,130
=============================================================
Total assets 882,782,789
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
LIABILITIES:
Payables for:
Investments purchased 11,820,302
-------------------------------------------------------------
Fund shares reacquired 1,651,827
-------------------------------------------------------------
Deferred compensation plan 3,651
-------------------------------------------------------------
Collateral upon return of securities loaned 100,490,099
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued distribution fees 702,303
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued trustees' fees 973
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued transfer agent fees 297,521
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued operating expenses 47,407
=============================================================
Total liabilities 115,014,083
=============================================================
Net assets applicable to shares outstanding $767,768,706
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
NET ASSETS:
Class A $533,216,242
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class B $187,793,025
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class C $ 46,759,439
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
SHARES OUTSTANDING, $0.01 PAR VALUE PER SHARE:
Class A 23,793,633
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class B 9,089,328
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class C 2,261,750
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class A:
Net asset value per share $ 22.41
-------------------------------------------------------------
Offering price per share:
(Net asset value of $22.41 divided by
95.25%) $ 23.53
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class B:
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 20.66
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class C:
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 20.67
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
|
* At October 31, 2002, securities with an aggregate market value of $97,046,929 were on loan to brokers. Statement of Operations
For the year ended October 31, 2002
INVESTMENT INCOME:
Dividends (net of foreign withholding tax of
$248,760) $ 5,723,444
-------------------------------------------------------------
Dividends from affiliated money market funds 640,819
-------------------------------------------------------------
Interest 2,707
-------------------------------------------------------------
Security lending income 269,836
=============================================================
Total investment income 6,636,806
=============================================================
EXPENSES:
Advisory fees 8,509,208
-------------------------------------------------------------
Administrative services fees 168,501
-------------------------------------------------------------
Custodian fees 254,414
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class A 3,027,390
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class B 2,277,903
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class C 492,799
-------------------------------------------------------------
Transfer agent fees 2,613,943
-------------------------------------------------------------
Trustees' fees 11,868
-------------------------------------------------------------
Other 423,346
=============================================================
Total expenses 17,779,372
=============================================================
Less: Fees waived (5,611)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Expenses paid indirectly (32,636)
=============================================================
Net expenses 17,741,125
=============================================================
Net investment income (loss) (11,104,319)
=============================================================
REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN (LOSS) FROM
INVESTMENT SECURITIES, FOREIGN CURRENCIES
AND OPTION CONTRACTS:
Net realized gain (loss) from:
Investment securities (25,303,864)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currencies 212,299
-------------------------------------------------------------
Option contracts written 4,218,603
=============================================================
(20,872,962)
=============================================================
Change in net unrealized appreciation
(depreciation) of:
Investment securities (100,727,184)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currencies (87,108)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Option contracts written (352,483)
=============================================================
(101,166,775)
=============================================================
Net gain (loss) from investment securities,
foreign currencies and option contracts (122,039,737)
=============================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
resulting from operations $(133,144,056)
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See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
For the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001
2002 2001
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OPERATIONS:
Net investment income (loss) $ (11,104,319) $(10,479,253)
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Net realized gain (loss) from investment securities,
foreign currencies and option contracts (20,872,962) 137,032,083
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Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of
investment securities, foreign currencies and option
contracts (101,166,775) (65,109,810)
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from
operations (133,144,056) 61,443,020
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Distributions to shareholders from net realized gains:
Class A (81,059,596) (50,675,258)
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Class B (33,690,875) (17,239,849)
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Class C (6,133,328) (1,699,076)
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Share transactions-net:
Class A 115,829,342 131,650,882
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Class B 37,085,336 77,709,705
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Class C 25,381,473 24,665,881
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets (75,731,704) 225,855,305
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NET ASSETS:
Beginning of year 843,500,410 617,645,105
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End of year $ 767,768,706 $843,500,410
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NET ASSETS CONSIST OF:
Shares of beneficial interest $ 774,675,935 $607,263,843
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Undistributed net investment income (loss) (7,349) (715)
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Undistributed net realized gain (loss) from investment
securities, foreign currencies and option contracts (24,051,473) 117,918,914
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Unrealized appreciation of investment securities, foreign
currencies and option contracts 17,151,593 118,318,368
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$ 767,768,706 $843,500,410
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See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements
October 31, 2002
NOTE 1--SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
AIM Global Health Care Fund (the "Fund") is a separate series of AIM Investment Funds (the "Trust"). The Trust is organized as a Delaware statutory trust and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"), as an open-end series management investment company consisting of seven separate series portfolios, each having an unlimited number of shares of beneficial interest. The Fund currently offers three different classes of shares: Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge. Class B shares and Class C shares are sold with a contingent deferred sales charge. Matters affecting each portfolio or class will be voted on exclusively by the shareholders of such portfolio or class. The assets, liabilities and operations of each portfolio are accounted for separately. Information presented in these financial statements pertains only to the Fund. The Fund's investment objective is long-term growth of capital.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The following is a summary of the significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
A. SECURITY VALUATIONS -- Securities, including restricted securities, are valued according to the following policy. A security listed or traded on an exchange (except convertible bonds) is valued at its last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the exchange where the security is principally traded, or lacking any sales on a particular day, the security is valued at the closing bid price on that day. Each security traded in the over-the-counter market (but not securities reported on the NASDAQ National Market System) is valued at the closing bid price furnished by independent pricing services or market makers. Each security reported on the NASDAQ National Market System is valued at the last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the valuation date or absent a last sales price, at the closing bid price. Debt obligations (including convertible bonds) are valued on the basis of prices provided by an independent pricing service. Prices provided by the pricing service may be determined without exclusive reliance on quoted prices, and may reflect appropriate factors such as institution-size trading in similar groups of securities, developments related to special securities, dividend rate, yield, quality, type of issue, coupon rate, maturity, individual trading characteristics and other market data. Securities for which market prices are not provided by any of the above methods are valued based upon quotes furnished by independent sources and are valued at the last bid price in the case of equity securities and in the case of debt obligations, the mean between the last bid and asked prices. Securities for which market quotations are not readily available or are questionable are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Trust's officers in a manner specifically authorized by the Board of Trustees. Short-term obligations having 60 days or less to maturity and commercial paper are valued at amortized cost which approximates market value. For purposes of determining net asset value per share, futures and option contracts generally will be valued 15 minutes after the close of the customary trading session of the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE").
Foreign securities are converted into U.S. dollar amounts using exchange rates as of the close of the NYSE. Generally, trading in foreign securities is substantially completed each day at various times prior to the close of the NYSE. The values of such securities used in computing the net asset value of the Fund's shares are determined as of the close of the respective markets. Events affecting the values of such foreign securities may occur between the times at which the particular foreign market closes and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE which would not be reflected in the computation of the Fund's net asset value. If a development/event is so significant that there is a reasonably high degree of certainty as to both the effect and the degree of effect that the development/event has actually caused that closing price to no longer reflect actual value, the closing prices, as determined at the close of the applicable foreign market, may be adjusted to reflect the fair value of the affected foreign securities as of the close of the NYSE as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Trustees.
B. SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS AND INVESTMENT INCOME -- Securities transactions are accounted for on a trade date basis. Realized gains or losses on sales are computed on the basis of specific identification of the securities sold. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis from settlement date. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date.
C. DISTRIBUTIONS -- Distributions from income and net realized capital gain, if any, are generally paid annually and recorded on ex-dividend date. The Fund may elect to use a portion of the proceeds from redemptions as distributions for federal income tax purposes.
D. FEDERAL INCOME TAXES -- The Fund intends to comply with the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code necessary to qualify as a regulated investment company and, as such, will not be subject to federal income taxes on otherwise taxable income (including net realized capital gain) which is distributed to shareholders. Therefore, no provision for federal income taxes is recorded in the financial statements.
E. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATIONS -- Portfolio securities and other assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts at date of valuation. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities and income items denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts on the respective dates of such transactions. The Fund does not separately account for the portion of the results of operations resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on investments and the fluctuations arising from changes in market prices of securities held. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gain or loss from investments.
F. FOREIGN CURRENCY CONTRACTS -- A foreign currency contract is an obligation to purchase or sell a specific currency for an agreed-upon price at a future date. The Fund may enter into a foreign
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currency contract to attempt to minimize the risk to the Fund from adverse changes in the relationship between currencies. The Fund may also enter into a foreign currency contract for the purchase or sale of a security denominated in a foreign currency in order to "lock in" the U.S. dollar price of that security. The Fund could be exposed to risk if counterparties to the contracts are unable to meet the terms of their contracts or if the value of the foreign currency changes unfavorably.
G. COVERED CALL OPTIONS -- The Fund may write call options, on a covered basis; that is, the Fund will own the underlying security. When the Fund writes a covered call option, an amount equal to the premium received by the Fund is recorded as an asset and an equivalent liability. The amount of the liability is subsequently "marked-to-market" to reflect the current market value of the option written. The current market value of a written option is the mean between the last bid and asked prices on that day. If a written call option expires on the stipulated expiration date, or if the Fund enters into a closing purchase transaction, the Fund realizes a gain (or a loss if the closing purchase transaction exceeds the premium received when the option was written) without regard to any unrealized gain or loss on the underlying security, and the liability related to such option is extinguished. If a written option is exercised, the Fund realizes a gain or a loss from the sale of the underlying security and the proceeds of the sale are increased by the premium originally received.
H. EXPENSES -- Distribution expenses directly attributable to a class of shares are charged to the respective classes' operations. Transfer agency fees and expenses and other shareholder recordkeeping fees and expenses are charged to each class pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement adopted by the Fund with respect to such class. All other expenses are allocated among the classes based on relative net assets.
NOTE 2--ADVISORY FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES
A I M Advisors, Inc. ("AIM") is the Fund's investment manager and administrator. The Fund pays AIM investment management and administration fees at an annual rate of 0.975% on the first $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.95% on the next $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.925% on the next $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.90% on the Fund's average daily net assets exceeding $1.5 billion. AIM has voluntarily agreed to waive advisory fees of the Fund in the amount of 25% of the advisory fee AIM receives from the affiliated money market fund of which the Fund has invested. For the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM waived fees of $5,611.
The Fund, pursuant to a master administrative services agreement with AIM, has agreed to pay AIM for certain administrative costs incurred in providing accounting services to the Fund. For the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM was paid $168,501 for such services.
The Fund, pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement, has agreed to pay A I M Fund Services, Inc. ("AFS") a fee for providing transfer agency and shareholder services to the Fund. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AFS retained $1,403,878 for such services.
The Trust has entered into master distribution agreements with A I M Distributors, Inc. ("AIM Distributors") to serve as the distributor for the Class A, Class B and Class C shares of the Fund. The Trust has adopted plans pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act with respect to the Fund's Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares (collectively the "Plans"). The Fund, pursuant to the Plans, pays AIM Distributors compensation at the annual rate of 0.50% of the Fund's average daily net assets of Class A shares and 1.00% of the average daily net assets of Class B and C shares. Of these amounts, the Fund may pay a service fee of 0.25% of the average daily net assets of the Class A, Class B or Class C shares to selected dealers and financial institutions who furnish continuing personal shareholder services to their customers who purchase and own the appropriate class of shares of the Fund. Any amounts not paid as a service fee under the Plans would constitute an asset-based sales charge. NASD Rules also impose a cap on the total sales charges, including asset-based sales charges that may be paid by any class of shares of the Fund. Pursuant to the master distribution agreements, for the year ended October 31, 2002, the Class A, Class B and Class C shares paid $3,027,390, $2,277,903 and $492,799, respectively.
AIM Distributors retained commissions of $300,015 from sales of the Class A shares of the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002. Such commissions are not an expense of the Fund. They are deducted from, and are not included in, the proceeds from sales of Class A shares. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM Distributors retained $2,015, $1,435 and $27,546 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed on redemptions of Class A, Class B and Class C shares, respectively.
Certain officers and trustees of the Trust are officers and directors of AIM, AFS and AIM Distributors.
During the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund paid legal fees of $5,302 for services rendered by Kramer, Levin, Naftalis & Frankel LLP as counsel to the Board of Trustees. A member of that firm is a trustee of the Trust.
NOTE 3--INDIRECT EXPENSES
For the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund received reductions in transfer agency fees from AFS (an affiliate of AIM) of $13,331 and reductions in custodian fees of $19,305 under expense offset arrangements which resulted in a reduction of the Fund's total expenses of $32,636.
NOTE 4--TRUSTEES' FEES
Trustees' fees represent remuneration paid to trustees who are not an "interested person" of AIM. Trustees have the option to defer compensation payable by the Trust. The Trustees deferring compensation have the option to select various AIM Funds in which all or part of their deferral accounts shall be deemed to be invested.
NOTE 5--BANK BORROWINGS
The Fund is a participant in a committed line of credit facility with a
syndicate administered by Citibank, N.A. The Fund may borrow up to the lesser of
(i) $500,000,000 or (ii) the limits set by its prospectus for borrowings. The
Fund and other funds advised by AIM which are parties to the line of credit may
borrow on a first come, first served basis. During the year ended October 31,
2002, the Fund did not borrow under the line of credit agreement. The funds
which are party to the line of credit are charged a commitment fee of 0.09% on
the unused balance of the committed line. The commitment fee is allocated among
the funds based on their respective average net assets for the period.
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NOTE 6--PORTFOLIO SECURITIES LOANED
The Fund may lend portfolio securities to the extent of one-third of the Fund's total assets. Such loans are secured by collateral equal to no less than the market value, determined daily, of the loaned securities. Such collateral will be cash or debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or any of its agencies. Cash collateral pursuant to these loans is invested in short-term money market instruments or affiliated money market funds. Lending securities entails a risk of loss to the Fund if and to the extent that the market value of the securities loaned were to increase and the borrower did not increase the collateral accordingly, and the borrower fails to return the securities. It is the Fund's policy to obtain additional collateral from or return excess collateral to the borrower by the end of the next business day. Therefore, the value of the collateral may be temporarily less than the value of the securities on loan.
At October 31, 2002, securities with an aggregate value of $97,046,929 were on
loan to brokers. The loans were secured by cash collateral of $100,490,099
received by the Fund and invested in affiliated money market funds as follows:
$50,245,050 in STIC Liquid Assets Portfolio and $50,245,049 in STIC Prime
Portfolio. For the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund received fees of
$269,836 for securities lending.
NOTE 7--CALL OPTION CONTRACTS
Transactions in call options written during the year ended October 31, 2002 are summarized as follows:
CALL OPTION CONTRACTS
------------------------
NUMBER OF PREMIUMS
CONTRACTS RECEIVED
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Beginning of year 9,710 $ 3,140,113
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Written 31,756 9,988,269
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Closed (25,801) (8,269,802)
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Exercised (3,348) (839,233)
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Expired (12,317) (4,019,347)
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End of year -- $ --
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NOTE 8--DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS AND TAX COMPONENTS BENEFICIAL INTEREST
Distributions to Shareholders:
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
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Distributions paid from:
Ordinary income $ 46,090,015 $24,377,948
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Long-term capital gain 74,793,784 53,811,235
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$120,883,799 $78,189,183
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Tax Components of Beneficial Interest:
As of October 31, 2002, the components of beneficial interest on a tax basis were as follows:
Unrealized appreciation - investments $ 16,009,273
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Temporary book/tax differences (7,349)
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Capital loss carryforward (22,909,153)
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Shares of beneficial interest 774,675,935
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$767,768,706
_____________________________________________________________
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The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is due to differences in the timing of recognition of gains and losses on investments for tax and book purposes. The Fund's unrealized appreciation difference is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales and on straddles. Amount includes appreciation (depreciation) on foreign currencies of $(26,174).
The temporary book/tax differences are a result of timing differences between book and tax recognition of income and/or expenses. The Fund's temporary book/tax differences are the result of the deferral of Trustee compensation and retirement plan expenses.
The Fund's capital loss carryforward expires as follows:
CAPITAL LOSS
EXPIRATION CARRYFORWARD
---------------------------------------
October 31, 2010 $22,909,153
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NOTE 9--INVESTMENT SECURITIES
The aggregate amount of investment securities (other than short-term securities) purchased and sold by the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002 was $1,417,801,819 and $1,285,161,332, respectively.
The amount of unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment securities, for tax purposes, as of October 31, 2002 is as follows:
Aggregate unrealized appreciation of investment securities $ 66,784,688 ------------------------------------------------------------- Aggregate unrealized (depreciation) of investment securities (50,749,241) ============================================================= Net unrealized appreciation of investment securities $ 16,035,447 _____________________________________________________________ ============================================================= Cost of investments for tax purposes is $724,323,660. |
NOTE 10--RECLASSIFICATION OF PERMANENT DIFFERENCES
As a result of differing book/tax treatment of foreign currency transactions, net operating loss, and other items, on October 31, 2002, undistributed net investment income was increased by $11,097,685, undistributed net realized gains decreased by $213,626 and shares of beneficial interest decreased by $10,884,059. This reclassification had no effect on the net assets of the Fund.
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NOTE 11--SHARE INFORMATION
Changes in shares outstanding during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
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SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT
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Sold:
Class A 7,468,100* $ 196,827,955* 6,036,134 $182,779,234
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Class B 4,072,845 101,210,611 4,479,506 126,599,025
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Class C 1,519,053 37,639,046 1,095,249 31,149,126
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Issued as reinvestment of dividends:
Class A 2,814,476 75,259,155 1,674,855 47,029,924
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Class B 1,272,073 31,496,539 607,446 16,042,076
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Class C 231,214 5,727,184 62,106 1,640,220
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Reacquired:
Class A (6,136,679) (156,257,768) (3,349,804) (98,158,276)
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Class B (4,071,994)* (95,621,814)* (2,348,659) (64,931,396)
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Class C (785,681) (17,984,757) (292,645) (8,123,465)
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6,383,407 $ 178,296,151 7,964,188 $234,026,468
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* Includes automatic conversion of 1,029,485 shares of Class B shares in the amount of $24,572,842 to 950,595 shares of Class A shares in the amount of $24,572,842.
NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following schedule presents financial highlights for a share of the Fund outstanding throughout the periods indicated.
CLASS A
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 29.93 $ 30.12 $ 24.00 $ 20.15 $ 27.98
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.29)(a) (0.39)(a) (0.22)(a) (0.19)(a) (0.21)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized
and unrealized) (3.17) 3.44 8.62 4.04 (0.91)
========================================================================================================================
Total from investment operations (3.46) 3.05 8.40 3.85 (1.12)
========================================================================================================================
Less distributions:
Distributions from net realized gains (4.06) (3.24) (2.28) -- (6.70)
========================================================================================================================
Returns of capital -- -- -- -- (0.01)
========================================================================================================================
Total distributions (4.06) (3.24) (2.28) -- (6.71)
========================================================================================================================
Net asset value, end of period $ 22.41 $ 29.93 $ 30.12 $ 24.00 $ 20.15
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Total return(b) (13.76)% 10.85% 38.49% 19.11% (4.71)%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $533,216 $588,072 $460,445 $357,747 $357,534
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets 1.86%(c) 1.75% 1.73% 1.82% 1.84%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (1.10)%(c) (1.28)% (0.85)% (0.81)% (0.98)%
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Portfolio turnover rate 153% 207% 242% 123% 187%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles and does not include sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $605,477,955.
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NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS B
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 28.03 $ 28.53 $ 22.96 $ 19.37 $ 27.27
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.38)(a) (0.51)(a) (0.34)(a) (0.30)(a) (0.30)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized
and unrealized) (2.93) 3.25 8.19 3.89 (0.89)
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Total from investment operations (3.31) 2.74 7.85 3.59 (1.19)
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Less distributions:
Distributions from net realized gains (4.06) (3.24) (2.28) -- (6.70)
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Returns of capital -- -- -- -- (0.01)
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Total distributions (4.06) (3.24) (2.28) -- (6.71)
========================================================================================================================
Net asset value, end of period $ 20.66 $ 28.03 $ 28.53 $ 22.96 $ 19.37
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Total return(b) (14.21)% 10.32% 37.78% 18.53% (5.20)%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
========================================================================================================================
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $187,793 $219,036 $144,861 $102,916 $100,311
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets 2.36%(c) 2.25% 2.23% 2.33% 2.34%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (1.60)%(c) (1.78)% (1.35)% (1.32)% (1.48)%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Portfolio turnover rate 153% 207% 242% 123% 187%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles and does not include contingent deferred sales charges.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $227,790,345.
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NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS C
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MARCH 1, 1999
YEAR ENDED (DATE SALES
OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
----------------------------------- OCTOBER 31,
2002 2001 2000 1999
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 28.03 $ 28.53 $ 22.96 $22.50
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.38)(a) (0.51)(a) (0.34)(a) (0.21)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) (2.92) 3.25 8.19 0.67
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Total from investment operations (3.30) 2.74 7.85 0.46
=====================================================================================================================
Less distributions from net realized gains (4.06) (3.24) (2.28) --
=====================================================================================================================
Net asset value, end of period $ 20.67 $ 28.03 $ 28.53 $22.96
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=====================================================================================================================
Total return(b) (14.18)% 10.32% 37.77% 2.04%
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=====================================================================================================================
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $46,759 $36,366 $12,339 $1,278
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=====================================================================================================================
Ratio of expenses to average net assets 2.36%(c) 2.25% 2.23% 2.33%(d)
=====================================================================================================================
Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets (1.60)%(c) (1.78)% (1.35)% (1.32)%(d)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=====================================================================================================================
Portfolio turnover rate 153% 207% 242% 123%
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is
not annualized for periods less than one year.
(c) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $49,279,944.
(d) Annualized.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS
To the Board of Trustees and Shareholders of AIM Global Science and Technology Fund:
In our opinion, the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, and the related statements of operations and of changes in net assets and the financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the AIM Global Science and Technology Fund (formerly known as AIM Global Telecommunications and Technology Fund) (one of the funds constituting AIM Investment Funds; hereafter referred to as the "Fund") at October 31, 2002, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended and the financial highlights for the periods indicated, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. These financial statements and financial highlights (hereafter referred to as "financial statements") are the responsibility of the Fund's management; our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America which require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits, which included confirmation of securities at October 31, 2002 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers, provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP December 12, 2002 Houston, Texas |
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FINANCIALS
Schedule of Investments
October 31, 2002
MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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COMMON STOCKS & OTHER EQUITY INTERESTS-94.38%
Aerospace & Defense-9.81%
Alliant Techsystems Inc.(a)(b) 174,300 $ 10,484,145
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L-3 Communications Holdings, Inc.(a) 342,800 16,111,600
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Lockheed Martin Corp. 216,200 12,517,980
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39,113,725
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Application Software-6.96%
Activision, Inc.(a) 282,900 5,799,450
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Cerner Corp.(a) 146,700 5,223,987
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Electronic Arts Inc.(a) 92,900 6,049,648
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Intuit Inc.(a) 104,400 5,420,448
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Mercury Interactive Corp.(a) 200,000 5,274,000
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27,767,533
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Auto Parts & Equipment-1.65%
Gentex Corp.(a) 223,200 6,579,936
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Biotechnology-6.70%
Cephalon, Inc.(a) 77,800 3,908,672
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Chiron Corp.(a) 24,000 947,040
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Gilead Sciences, Inc.(a) 326,200 11,332,188
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IDEC Pharmaceuticals Corp.(a) 170,000 7,823,400
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SangStat Medical Corp.(a) 146,200 2,728,092
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26,739,392
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Computer & Electronics Retail-2.01%
Best Buy Co., Inc.(a) 208,500 4,297,185
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CDW Computer Centers, Inc.(a) 70,000 3,711,400
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8,008,585
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Computer Hardware-3.59%
Dell Computer Corp.(a) 500,000 14,305,000
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Computer Storage & Peripherals-4.64%
Imation Corp.(a) 56,200 2,299,704
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Lexmark International, Inc.(a) 35,500 2,109,410
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SanDisk Corp.(a) 268,500 5,308,245
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Storage Technology Corp.(a) 362,900 6,416,072
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Western Digital Corp.(a) 384,400 2,379,436
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18,512,867
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Electronic Equipment & Instruments-5.30%
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (South Korea) 75,000 21,139,706
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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Health Care Distributors & Services-3.46%
DIANON Systems, Inc.(a) 87,500 $ 3,500,000
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Express Scripts, Inc.(a) 38,400 2,080,512
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Laboratory Corp. of America Holdings(a) 62,100 1,496,610
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Quest Diagnostics Inc.(a)(b) 105,300 6,721,299
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13,798,421
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Health Care Equipment-0.47%
Boston Scientific Corp.(a) 49,900 1,877,737
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Health Care Facilities-0.52%
United Surgical Partners International,
Inc.(a) 105,200 2,089,272
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Internet Retail-1.74%
eBay Inc.(a) 110,000 6,958,600
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Internet Software & Services-3.99%
Expedia, Inc.-Class A(a) 51,900 3,511,554
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Hotels.com-Class A(a)(b) 50,500 3,148,170
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Overture Services, Inc.(a) 297,900 8,201,187
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PEC Solutions, Inc.(a) 30,000 1,039,500
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15,900,411
========================================================================
IT Consulting & Services-3.10%
Affiliated Computer Services, Inc.-Class
A(a)(b) 144,000 6,631,200
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Computer Sciences Corp.(a) 178,100 5,750,849
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12,382,049
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Networking Equipment-1.47%
Cisco Systems, Inc.(a) 525,000 5,869,500
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Pharmaceuticals-2.45%
Allergan, Inc. 25,000 1,361,250
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American Pharmaceutical Partners, Inc.(a) 10,000 200,000
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Biovail Corp. (Canada)(a) 170,000 5,380,500
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Forest Laboratories, Inc.(a)(b) 17,000 1,665,830
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Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.-ADR
(Israel) 15,000 1,161,450
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9,769,030
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Semiconductor Equipment-7.37%
Applied Materials, Inc.(a) 450,000 6,763,500
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KLA-Tencor Corp.(a) 120,000 4,275,600
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Lam Research Corp.(a) 475,000 5,980,250
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Novellus Systems, Inc.(a) 261,000 8,247,600
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Teradyne, Inc.(a) 92,000 1,114,120
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Varian Semiconductor Equipment Associates,
Inc.(a) 125,900 2,998,938
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29,380,008
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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Semiconductors-15.61%
Analog Devices, Inc.(a) 301,300 $ 8,074,840
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Fairchild Semiconductor Corp.-Class A(a) 331,800 3,948,420
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Intersil Corp.-Class A(a) 162,300 2,757,477
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LSI Logic Corp.(a) 570,000 3,363,000
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Marvell Technology Group Ltd. (Bermuda)(a) 85,300 1,382,713
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Microchip Technology Inc.(b) 600,000 14,640,000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
QLogic Corp.(a) 260,000 9,037,600
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STMicroelectronics N.V. (Netherlands) 225,000 4,465,235
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Texas Instruments Inc. 920,000 14,591,200
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62,260,485
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Systems Software-7.26%
Microsoft Corp.(a) 250,000 13,367,500
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Network Associates, Inc.(a) 174,900 2,779,161
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Symantec Corp. (a)(b) 320,000 12,800,000
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28,946,661
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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Telecommunications Equipment-1.07%
UTStarcom, Inc.(a) 250,000 $ 4,270,000
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Wireless Telecommunication Services-5.21%
Nextel Communications, Inc.-Class A (a)(b) 1,500,000 16,920,000
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United States Cellular Corp.(a) 140,000 3,864,000
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20,784,000
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Common Stocks & Other Equity Interests
(Cost $439,481,397) 376,452,918
========================================================================
MONEY MARKET FUNDS-3.47%
STIC Liquid Assets Portfolio(c) 6,914,345 6,914,345
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STIC Prime Portfolio(c) 6,914,345 6,914,345
========================================================================
Total Money Market Funds (Cost
$13,828,690) 13,828,690
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TOTAL INVESTMENTS-97.85% (Cost $453,310,087) 390,281,608
========================================================================
OTHER ASSETS LESS LIABILITIES-2.15% 8,575,640
========================================================================
NET ASSETS-100.00% $398,857,248
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Investment Abbreviations:
ADR - American Depositary Receipt |
Notes to Schedule of Investments:
(a) Non-income producing security.
(b) A portion of this security is subject to call options written. See Note 7.
(c) The money market fund and the Fund are affiliated by having the same
investment advisor.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities
October 31, 2002
ASSETS:
Investments, at market value (cost
$453,310,087)* $390,281,608
-------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currencies, at value (cost $12,389,103) 12,389,282
-------------------------------------------------------------
Receivables for:
Investments sold 625,320
-------------------------------------------------------------
Fund shares sold 1,002,617
-------------------------------------------------------------
Dividends 46,935
-------------------------------------------------------------
Investment for deferred compensation plan 3,466
-------------------------------------------------------------
Collateral for securities loaned 118,459,571
-------------------------------------------------------------
Other assets 33,686
=============================================================
Total assets 522,842,485
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
LIABILITIES:
Payables for:
Investments purchased 1,998,280
-------------------------------------------------------------
Fund shares reacquired 1,936,105
-------------------------------------------------------------
Options written (premiums received $453,826) 489,863
-------------------------------------------------------------
Deferred compensation plan 3,466
-------------------------------------------------------------
Collateral upon return of securities loaned 118,459,571
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued distribution fees 323,831
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued trustees' fees 1,020
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued transfer agent fees 492,886
-------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued operating expenses 280,215
=============================================================
Total liabilities 123,985,237
=============================================================
Net assets applicable to shares outstanding $398,857,248
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
NET ASSETS:
Class A $280,426,370
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class B $102,469,882
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class C $ 15,960,996
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
SHARES OUTSTANDING, $0.01 PAR VALUE PER SHARE:
Class A 57,390,013
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class B 22,452,284
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class C 3,497,045
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class A:
Net asset value per share $ 4.89
-------------------------------------------------------------
Offering price per share:
(Net asset value of $4.89 divided by
95.25%) $ 5.13
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class B:
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 4.56
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
Class C:
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 4.56
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
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Statement of Operations
For the year ended October 31, 2002
INVESTMENT INCOME:
Dividends (net of foreign withholding tax of
$77,870) $ 515,038
-------------------------------------------------------------
Dividends from affiliated money market funds 427,739
-------------------------------------------------------------
Interest 3,454
-------------------------------------------------------------
Security lending income 542,030
=============================================================
Total investment income 1,488,261
=============================================================
EXPENSES:
Advisory fees 5,944,573
-------------------------------------------------------------
Administrative services fees 128,170
-------------------------------------------------------------
Custodian fees 92,510
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class A 1,965,401
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class B 1,952,778
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class C 242,286
-------------------------------------------------------------
Transfer agent fees 5,431,147
-------------------------------------------------------------
Trustees' fees 10,411
-------------------------------------------------------------
Printing 848,229
-------------------------------------------------------------
Other 149,120
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Total expenses 16,764,625
=============================================================
Less: Fees waived (3,384,288)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Expenses paid indirectly (12,084)
=============================================================
Net expenses 13,368,253
=============================================================
Net investment income (loss) (11,879,992)
=============================================================
REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN (LOSS) FROM
INVESTMENT SECURITIES, FOREIGN CURRENCIES
AND OPTION CONTRACTS:
Net realized gain (loss) from:
Investment securities (245,567,272)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currencies 273,984
-------------------------------------------------------------
Option contracts written 4,324,492
=============================================================
(240,968,796)
=============================================================
Change in net unrealized appreciation of:
Investment securities 27,107,318
-------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currencies 34,077
-------------------------------------------------------------
Option contracts written 395,431
=============================================================
27,536,826
=============================================================
Net gain (loss) from investment securities,
foreign currencies and option contracts (213,431,970)
=============================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
resulting from operations $(225,311,962)
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
|
* At October 31, 2002, securities with an aggregate market value of $115,759,188 were on loan to brokers.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
For the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001
2002 2001
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
OPERATIONS:
Net investment income (loss) $ (11,879,992) $ (25,069,378)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net realized gain (loss) from investment securities,
foreign currencies and option contracts (240,968,796) (1,198,211,906)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of
investment securities, foreign currencies and option
contracts 27,536,826 (872,582,166)
================================================================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from
operations (225,311,962) (2,095,863,450)
================================================================================================
Distributions to shareholders from net realized gains:
Class A -- (193,140,722)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B -- (182,354,331)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C -- (14,882,483)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Share transactions-net:
Class A (5,159,028) 182,460,304
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B (122,002,616) 7,506,235
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C (3,417,367) 7,846,180
================================================================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets (355,890,973) (2,288,428,267)
================================================================================================
NET ASSETS:
Beginning of year 754,748,221 3,043,176,488
================================================================================================
End of year $ 398,857,248 $ 754,748,221
________________________________________________________________________________________________
================================================================================================
NET ASSETS CONSIST OF:
Shares of beneficial interest $ 1,903,878,159 $ 2,046,057,315
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Undistributed net investment income (loss) (6,681) (816)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Undistributed net realized gain (loss) from investment
securities, foreign currencies and option contracts (1,441,949,989) (1,200,707,211)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment
securities, foreign currencies and option contracts (63,064,241) (90,601,067)
================================================================================================
$ 398,857,248 $ 754,748,221
________________________________________________________________________________________________
================================================================================================
|
See Notes to Financial Statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements
October 31, 2002
NOTE 1--SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund (the "Fund"), formerly AIM Global Telecommunications and Technology Fund, is a separate series of AIM Investment Funds (the "Trust"). The Trust is organized as a Delaware statutory trust and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"), as an open-end series management investment company consisting of seven separate series portfolios, each having an unlimited number of shares of beneficial interest. The Fund currently offers three different classes of shares: Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge. Class B shares and Class C shares are sold with a contingent deferred sales charge. Matters affecting each portfolio or class will be voted on exclusively by the shareholders of such portfolio or class. The assets, liabilities and operations of each portfolio are accounted for separately. Information presented in these financial statements pertains only to the Fund. The Fund's investment objective is long-term growth of capital.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The following is a summary of the significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
A. SECURITY VALUATIONS -- Securities, including restricted securities, are valued according to the following policy. A security listed or traded on an exchange (except convertible bonds) is valued at its last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the exchange where the security is principally traded, or lacking any sales on a particular day, the security is valued at the closing bid price on that day. Each security traded in the over-the-counter market (but not securities reported on the NASDAQ National Market System) is valued at the closing bid price furnished by independent pricing services or market makers. Each security reported on the NASDAQ National Market System is valued at the last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the valuation date or absent a last sales price, at the closing bid price. Debt obligations (including convertible bonds) are valued on the basis of prices provided by an independent pricing service. Prices provided by the pricing service may be determined without exclusive reliance on quoted prices, and may reflect appropriate factors such as institution-size trading in similar groups of securities, developments related to special securities, dividend rate, yield, quality, type of issue, coupon rate, maturity, individual trading characteristics and other market data. Securities for which market prices are not provided by any of the above methods are valued based upon quotes furnished by independent sources and are valued at the last bid price in the case of equity securities and in the case of debt obligations, the mean between the last bid and asked prices. Securities for which market quotations are not readily available or are questionable are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Trust's officers in a manner specifically authorized by the Board of Trustees. Short-term obligations having 60 days or less to maturity and commercial paper are valued at amortized cost which approximates market value. For purposes of determining net asset value per share, futures and option contracts generally will be valued 15 minutes after the close of the customary trading session of the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE").
Foreign securities are converted into U.S. dollar amounts using exchange rates as of the close of the NYSE. Generally, trading in foreign securities is substantially completed each day at various times prior to the close of the NYSE. The values of such securities used in computing the net asset value of the Fund's shares are determined as of the close of the respective markets. Events affecting the values of such foreign securities may occur between the times at which the particular foreign market closes and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE which would not be reflected in the computation of the Fund's net asset value. If a development/event is so significant that there is a reasonably high degree of certainty as to both the effect and the degree of effect that the development/event has actually caused that closing price to no longer reflect actual value, the closing prices, as determined at the close of the applicable foreign market, may be adjusted to reflect the fair value of the affected foreign securities as of the close of the NYSE as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Trustees.
B. SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS AND INVESTMENT INCOME -- Securities transactions are accounted for on a trade date basis. Realized gains or losses on sales are computed on the basis of specific identification of the securities sold. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis from settlement date. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date.
C. DISTRIBUTIONS -- Distributions from income and net realized capital gain, if any, are generally paid annually and recorded on ex-dividend date. The Fund may elect to use a portion of the proceeds from redemptions as distributions for federal income tax purposes.
D. FEDERAL INCOME TAXES -- The Fund intends to comply with the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code necessary to qualify as a regulated investment company and, as such, will not be subject to federal income taxes on otherwise taxable income (including net realized capital gain) which is distributed to shareholders. Therefore, no provision for federal income taxes is recorded in the financial statements.
E. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATIONS -- Portfolio securities and other assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts at date of valuation. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities and income items denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts on the respective dates of such transactions. The Fund does not separately account for the portion of the results of operations resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on investments and the fluctuations arising from changes in market prices of securities held. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gain or loss from investments.
F. FOREIGN CURRENCY CONTRACTS -- A foreign currency contract is an obligation to purchase or sell a specific currency for an agreed-
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upon price at a future date. The Fund may enter into a foreign currency contract to attempt to minimize the risk to the Fund from adverse changes in the relationship between currencies. The Fund may also enter into a foreign currency contract for the purchase or sale of a security denominated in a foreign currency in order to "lock in" the U.S. dollar price of that security. The Fund could be exposed to risk if counterparties to the contracts are unable to meet the terms of their contracts or if the value of the foreign currency changes unfavorably.
G. COVERED CALL OPTIONS -- The Fund may write call options, on a covered basis; that is, the Fund will own the underlying security. When the Fund writes a covered call option, an amount equal to the premium received by the Fund is recorded as an asset and an equivalent liability. The amount of the liability is subsequently "marked-to-market" to reflect the current market value of the option written. The current market value of a written option is the mean between the last bid and asked prices on that day. If a written call option expires on the stipulated expiration date, or if the Fund enters into a closing purchase transaction, the Fund realizes a gain (or a loss if the closing purchase transaction exceeds the premium received when the option was written) without regard to any unrealized gain or loss on the underlying security, and the liability related to such option is extinguished. If a written option is exercised, the Fund realizes a gain or a loss from the sale of the underlying security and the proceeds of the sale are increased by the premium originally received.
H. EXPENSES -- Distribution expenses directly attributable to a class of shares are charged to the respective classes' operations. Transfer agency fees and expenses and other shareholder recordkeeping fees and expenses are charged to each class pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement adopted by the Fund with respect to such class. All other expenses are allocated among the classes based on relative net assets.
NOTE 2--ADVISORY FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES
A I M Advisors, Inc. ("AIM") is the Fund's investment manager and administrator. The Fund pays AIM investment management and administration fees at an annual rate of 0.975% on the first $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.95% on the next $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.925% on the next $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.90% on the Fund's average daily net assets exceeding $1.5 billion. AIM has contractually agreed to limit total annual operating expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividends on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) for Class A, Class B and Class C shares to 2.00%, 2.50% and 2.50%, respectively. AIM has voluntarily agreed to waive advisory fees of the Fund in the amount of 25% of the advisory fee AIM receives from the affiliated money market fund of which the Fund has invested. For the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM waived fees of $3,384,288.
The Fund, pursuant to a master administrative services agreement with AIM, has agreed to pay AIM for certain administrative costs incurred in providing accounting services to the Fund. For the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM was paid $128,170 for such services.
The Fund, pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement, has agreed to pay A I M Fund Services, Inc. ("AFS") a fee for providing transfer agency and shareholder services to the Fund. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AFS retained $3,594,899 for such services.
The Trust has entered into master distribution agreements with A I M Distributors, Inc. ("AIM Distributors") to serve as the distributor for the Class A, Class B and Class C shares of the Fund. The Trust has adopted plans pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act with respect to the Fund's Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares (collectively the "Plans"). The Fund, pursuant to the Plans, pays AIM Distributors compensation at the annual rate of 0.50% of the Fund's average daily net assets of Class A shares and 1.00% of the average daily net assets of Class B and C shares. Of these amounts, the Fund may pay a service fee of 0.25% of the average daily net assets of the Class A, Class B or Class C shares to selected dealers and financial institutions who furnish continuing personal shareholder services to their customers who purchase and own the appropriate class of shares of the Fund. Any amounts not paid as a service fee under the Plans would constitute an asset-based sales charge. NASD Rules also impose a cap on the total sales charges, including asset-based sales charges that may be paid by any class of shares of the Fund. Pursuant to the master distribution agreements, for the year ended October 31, 2002, the Class A, Class B and Class C shares paid $1,965,401, $1,952,778 and $242,286, respectively.
AIM Distributors retained commissions of $90,080 from sales of the Class A shares of the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002. Such commissions are not an expense of the Fund. They are deducted from, and are not included in, the proceeds from sales of Class A shares. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM Distributors retained $35,193, $18 and $7,446 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed on redemptions of Class A, Class B and Class C shares, respectively.
Certain officers and trustees of the Trust are officers and directors of AIM, AFS and AIM Distributors.
During the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund paid legal fees of $4,928 for services rendered by Kramer, Levin, Naftalis & Frankel LLP as counsel to the Board of Trustees. A member of that firm is a trustee of the Trust.
NOTE 3--INDIRECT EXPENSES
For the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund received reductions in transfer agency fees from AFS (an affiliate of AIM) of $11,990 and reductions in custodian fees of $94 under expense offset arrangements which resulted in a reduction of the Fund's total expenses of $12,084.
NOTE 4--TRUSTEES' FEES
Trustees' fees represent remuneration paid to trustees who are not an "interested person" of AIM. Trustees have the option to defer compensation payable by the Trust. The Trustees deferring compensation have the option to select various AIM Funds in which all or part of their deferral accounts shall be deemed to be invested.
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NOTE 5--BANK BORROWINGS
The Fund is a participant in a committed line of credit facility with a
syndicate administered by Citibank, N.A. The Fund may borrow up to the lesser of
(i) $500,000,000 or (ii) the limits set by its prospectus for borrowings. The
Fund and other funds advised by AIM which are parties to the line of credit may
borrow on a first come, first served basis. During the year ended October 31,
2002, the Fund did not borrow under the line of credit agreement. The funds
which are party to the line of credit are charged a commitment fee of 0.09% on
the unused balance of the committed line. The commitment fee is allocated among
the funds based on their respective average net assets for the period.
NOTE 6--PORTFOLIO SECURITIES LOANED
The Fund may lend portfolio securities to the extent of one-third of the Fund's total assets. Such loans are secured by collateral equal to no less than the market value, determined daily, of the loaned securities. Such collateral will be cash or debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or any of its agencies. Cash collateral pursuant to these loans is invested in short-term money market instruments or affiliated money market funds. Lending securities entails a risk of loss to the Fund if and to the extent that the market value of the securities loaned were to increase and the borrower did not increase the collateral accordingly, and the borrower fails to return the securities. It is the Fund's policy to obtain additional collateral from or return excess collateral to the borrower by the end of the next business day. Therefore, the value of the collateral may be temporarily less than the value of the securities on loan.
At October 31, 2002, securities with an aggregate value of $115,759,188 were
on loan to brokers. The loans were secured by cash collateral of $118,459,571
received by the Fund and invested in affiliated money market funds as follows:
$59,229,786 in STIC Liquid Assets Portfolio and $59,229,785 in STIC Prime
Portfolio. For the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund received fees of
$542,030 for securities lending.
NOTE 7--CALL OPTION CONTRACTS
Transactions in call options written during the year ended October 31, 2002 are summarized as follows:
CALL OPTION CONTRACTS
------------------------
NUMBER OF PREMIUMS
CONTRACTS RECEIVED
-------------------------------------------------------------
Beginning of year 10,095 $ 2,707,097
-------------------------------------------------------------
Written 42,275 9,820,842
-------------------------------------------------------------
Closed (34,928) (8,534,311)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Exercised (12,185) (3,319,028)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Expired (1,512) (220,774)
=============================================================
End of year 3,745 $ 453,826
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
|
Open call option contracts written at October 31, 2002 were as follows:
OCTOBER 31,
2002 UNREALIZED
CONTRACT STRIKE NUMBER OF PREMIUMS MARKET APPRECIATION
ISSUE MONTH PRICE CONTRACTS RECEIVED VALUE (DEPRECIATION)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Affiliated Computer
Services, Inc.-Class
A Nov-02 $ 50 300 $ 42,599 $ 21,750 $ 20,849
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alliant Techsystems
Inc. Nov-02 65 175 23,974 17,063 6,911
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Forrest Laboratories
Inc. Nov-02 100 20 4,840 3,550 1,290
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Hotels.com-Class A Nov-02 65 100 11,325 16,250 (4,925)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Microchip Technology
Inc. Nov-02 25 900 142,952 101,250 41,702
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Nextel
Communications,
Inc.-Class A Nov-02 10 1,500 145,495 221,250 (75,755)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Quest Diagnostics
Inc. Nov-02 65 100 21,699 17,750 3,949
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Symantec Corp. Nov-02 40 650 60,942 91,000 (30,058)
====================================================================================================
3,745 $453,826 $489,863 $(36,037)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
====================================================================================================
|
NOTE 8--DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS AND TAX COMPONENTS OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST
Distributions to Shareholders:
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions paid from long-term
capital gain $-- $390,377,536
============================================================
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Tax Components of Beneficial Interest:
As of October 31, 2002, the components of beneficial interest on a tax basis were as follows:
Unrealized appreciation
(depreciation) -- investments $ (64,198,108)
--------------------------------------------------------------
Temporary book/tax differences (6,681)
--------------------------------------------------------------
Capital loss carryforward (1,440,816,122)
--------------------------------------------------------------
Shares of beneficial interest 1,903,878,159
==============================================================
$ 398,857,248
______________________________________________________________
==============================================================
|
The difference between book-basis and tax basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is due to differences in the timing of recognition of gains and losses on investments for tax and book purposes. The Fund's unrealized appreciation (depreciation) difference is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales and other deferrals. Amount includes appreciation (depreciation) on foreign currencies and options written of $(35,761).
The temporary book/tax differences are a result of timing differences between book and tax recognition of income and/or expenses. The Fund's temporary book/tax differences are the result of the deferral of trustee compensation and retirement plan expenses.
The Fund's capital loss carryforward expires as follows:
CAPITAL LOSS
EXPIRATION CARRYFORWARD
-------------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2009 $1,181,366,577
-------------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2010 259,449,545
=============================================================
$1,440,816,122
_____________________________________________________________
=============================================================
|
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NOTE 9--INVESTMENT SECURITIES
The aggregate amount of investment securities (other than short-term securities) purchased and sold by the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002 was $674,273,137 and $809,876,271, respectively.
The amount of unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment securities, for tax purposes, as of October 31, 2002 is as follows:
Aggregate unrealized appreciation of investment securities $ 31,046,576 ------------------------------------------------------------- Aggregate unrealized (depreciation) of investment securities (95,208,923) ============================================================= Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment securities $(64,162,347) _____________________________________________________________ ============================================================= Cost of investments for tax purposes is $454,443,955. |
NOTE 10--RECLASSIFICATION OF PERMANENT DIFFERENCES
As a result of differing book/tax treatment of foreign currency transactions and net operating losses, shares of beneficial interest was decreased by $11,600,145, undistributed net investment income was increased by $11,874,127 and undistributed net realized gains was decreased by $273,982. This reclassification had no effect on the net assets of the Fund.
NOTE 11--SHARE INFORMATION
Changes in shares outstanding during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
---------------------------- ----------------------------
SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sold:
Class A 34,707,240* $ 227,772,981* 20,449,981 $ 233,919,662
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B 2,939,110 19,257,843 6,719,273 89,717,986
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C 1,050,513 6,971,729 1,715,379 22,049,203
==========================================================================================================================
Issued as reinvestment of dividends:
Class A -- -- 8,804,839 178,558,019
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B -- -- 8,822,895 168,780,846
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C -- -- 739,056 14,130,718
==========================================================================================================================
Reacquired:
Class A (36,509,509) (232,932,009) (19,515,999) (230,017,377)
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Class B (21,786,550)* (141,260,459)* (22,756,386) (250,992,597)
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Class C (1,669,762) (10,389,096) (2,270,767) (28,333,741)
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(21,268,958) $(130,579,011) 2,708,271 $ 197,812,719
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* Includes automatic conversion of 9,000,274 shares of Class B shares in the amount of $56,174,791 to 8,433,047 shares of Class A shares in the amount of $56,174,791.
F5-57
NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following schedule presents financial highlights for a share of the Fund outstanding throughout the periods indicated.
CLASS A
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 7.41 $ 30.61 $ 26.44 $ 16.28 $ 18.04
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.12)(a) (0.20)(a) 0.06(a)(b) (0.25) (0.17)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both
realized and unrealized) (2.40) (19.12) 7.23 10.97 (0.39)
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Total from investment operations (2.52) (19.32) 7.29 10.72 (0.56)
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Less distributions from net realized gains -- (3.88) (3.12) (0.56) (1.20)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 4.89 $ 7.41 $ 30.61 $ 26.44 $ 16.28
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Total return(c) (34.01)% (71.16)% 27.52% 67.63% (3.16)%
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $280,426 $438,702 $1,513,595 $1,023,124 $713,904
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.01%(d) 1.98% 1.63% 1.77% 1.88%
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Without fee waivers 2.56%(d) 2.03% 1.63% 1.77% 1.88%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (1.76)%(d) (1.57)% 0.16% (1.11)% (0.93)%
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Portfolio turnover rate 115% 173% 111% 122% 75%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Net investment income per share reflects dividend income of $0.49 per
share recognized from the spin-off of Nortel Networks Corp. from BCE,
Inc.
(c) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principals and does not include sales charges.
(d) Ratios are based on average daily assets of $393,080,194.
F5-58
NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS B
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 6.96 $ 29.17 $ 25.43 $ 15.76 $ 17.58
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.14)(a) (0.25)(a) (0.11)(a)(b) (0.35) (0.25)(a)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both
realized and unrealized) (2.26) (18.08) 6.97 10.58 (0.37)
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Total from investment operations (2.40) (18.33) 6.86 10.23 (0.62)
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Less distributions from net realized gains -- (3.88) (3.12) (0.56) (1.20)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 4.56 $ 6.96 $ 29.17 $ 25.43 $ 15.76
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Total return(c) (34.48)% (71.30)% 26.87% 66.84% (3.67)%
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $102,470 $287,394 $1,414,915 $898,400 $614,715
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.51%(d) 2.48% 2.13% 2.28% 2.38%
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Without fee waivers 3.06%(d) 2.53% 2.13% 2.28% 2.38%
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (2.26)%(d) (2.07)% (0.34)% (1.62)% (1.43)%
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Portfolio turnover rate 115% 173% 111% 122% 75%
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(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Net investment income per share reflects dividend income of $0.49 per
share recognized from the spin-off of Nortel Networks Corp. from BCE,
Inc.
(c) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principals and does not include contingent deferred sales charges.
(d) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $195,277,846.
F5-59
NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS C
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MARCH 1, 1999
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
--------------------------------------- OCTOBER 31,
2002 2001 2000 1999
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 6.96 $ 29.16 $ 25.43 $ 19.23
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income (loss) (0.14)(a) (0.25)(a) (0.11)(a)(b) (0.11)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both
realized and unrealized) (2.26) (18.07) 6.96 6.31
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Total from investment operations (2.40) (18.32) 6.85 6.20
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Less distributions from net realized gains -- (3.88) (3.12) --
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Net asset value, end of period $ 4.56 $ 6.96 $ 29.16 $ 25.43
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Total return(c) (34.48)% (71.29)% 26.83% 32.24%
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $15,961 $28,652 $114,667 $12,352
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 2.51%(d) 2.48% 2.13% 2.28%(e)
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Without fee waivers 3.06%(d) 2.53% 2.13% 2.28%(e)
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Ratio of net investment income (loss) to average
net assets (2.26)%(d) (2.07)% (0.34)% (1.62)%(e)
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Portfolio turnover rate 115% 173% 111% 122%
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|
(a) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(b) Net investment income per share reflects dividend income of $0.49 per
share recognized from the spin-off of Nortel Networks Corp. from BCE,
Inc.
(c) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principals and does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is
not annualized for periods less than one year.
(d) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $24,228,588.
(e) Annualized.
F5-60
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS
To the Shareholders of AIM Strategic Income Fund and Board of Trustees of AIM Investment Funds:
In our opinion, the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, and the related statements of operations and of changes in net assets and the financial highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the AIM Strategic Income Fund (one of the funds constituting AIM Investment Funds; hereafter referred to as the "Fund") at October 31, 2002, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended and the financial highlights for the periods indicated, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. These financial statements and financial highlights (hereafter referred to as "financial statements") are the responsibility of the Fund's management; our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, which require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits, which included confirmation of securities at October 31, 2002 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers, provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP December 12, 2002 Houston, Texas |
F5-61
FINANCIALS
Schedule of Investments
October 31, 2002
PRINCIPAL MARKET
AMOUNT VALUE
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U.S. DOLLAR DENOMINATED BONDS & NOTES-65.50%
Advertising-1.44%
Lamar Advertising Co., Conv. Unsec. Notes,
5.25%, 09/15/06 $1,300,000 $ 1,309,750
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Aerospace & Defense-1.00%
Lockheed Martin Corp., Unsec. Gtd. Unsub.
Notes, 7.25%, 05/15/06 500,000 568,340
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Raytheon Co., Notes, 6.75%, 08/15/07 315,000 342,355
=======================================================================
910,695
=======================================================================
Airlines-0.16%
Northwest Airlines Inc., Sr. Unsec. Gtd.
Notes, 8.88%, 06/01/06 280,000 141,400
=======================================================================
Apparel Retail-0.40%
Gap, Inc. (The), Unsec. Unsub. Notes, 9.90%,
12/15/05 365,000 366,825
=======================================================================
Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods-0.22%
Russell Corp., Sr. Notes, 9.25%, 05/01/10
(Acquired 04/11/02; Cost $90,000)(a) 90,000 93,150
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William Carter Co. (The), Sr. Unsec. Gtd.
Sub. Notes, 10.88%, 08/15/11 95,000 103,075
=======================================================================
196,225
=======================================================================
Automobile Manufacturers-0.79%
General Motors Corp., Unsec. Putable Deb.,
8.80%, 03/01/21 750,000 721,222
=======================================================================
Banks-4.74%
Bank One Corp., Sr. Unsec. Unsub. Notes,
7.63%, 08/01/05 400,000 451,852
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Citicorp, Jr. Unsec. Sub. Notes, 6.38%,
01/15/06 300,000 324,180
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KeyBank N.A., Sr. Notes, 4.10%, 06/30/05 300,000 309,447
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Santander Finance Issuances (Cayman Islands),
Unsec. Gtd. Sub. Yankee Notes, 7.00%,
04/01/06 150,000 155,829
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Wachovia Corp., Unsec. Putable Sub. Deb.,
6.55%, 10/15/05 900,000 981,414
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7.50%, 04/15/05 1,200,000 1,413,180
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Washington Mutual, Inc., Jr. Unsec. Sub.
Notes, 8.25%, 04/01/10 575,000 673,428
=======================================================================
4,309,330
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Broadcasting & Cable TV-6.79%
Adelphia Communications Corp.
Sr. Unsec. Notes, 10.88%, 10/01/10(b) 550,000 182,875
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Series B, Sr. Unsec. Notes, 9.88%,
03/01/07(b) 140,000 46,550
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PRINCIPAL MARKET
AMOUNT VALUE
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Broadcasting & Cable TV-(Continued)
British Sky Broadcasting Group PLC (United
Kingdom), Unsec. Gtd. Yankee Notes, 7.30%,
10/15/06 $ 750,000 $ 779,722
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Charter Communications Holdings, LLC/Charter
Communications Holdings Capital Corp., Sr.
Unsec. Sub. Notes,
10.75%, 10/01/09 420,000 187,950
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11.13%, 01/15/11 220,000 98,450
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Charter Communications, Inc., Sr. Conv.
Notes, 5.75%, 10/15/05 (Acquired 10/25/00;
Cost $1,500,000)(a) 1,500,000 330,000
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Comcast UK Cable Partners Ltd. (Bermuda), Sr.
Unsec. Yankee Disc. Deb., 11.20%, 11/15/07 250,000 181,250
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Cox Communications, Inc., Sr. Unsec. RAPS
Notes, 2.47%, 11/07/02 350,000 350,878
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CSC Holdings Inc., Sr. Unsec. Deb., 7.88%,
02/15/18 1,250,000 968,750
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CSC Holdings Inc., Sr. Unsec. Notes,
7.25%, 07/15/08 500,000 407,500
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7.88%, 12/15/07 700,000 581,000
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ONO Finance PLC (United Kingdom), Sr. Unsec.
Gtd. Euro Notes, 13.00%, 05/01/09 300,000 58,500
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Pegasus Communications Corp.-Series B, Sr.
Notes, 9.63%, 10/15/05 500,000 202,500
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Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc., Sr. Unsec.
Gtd. Sub. Notes, 8.75%, 12/15/11 100,000 105,500
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
TCI Communications, Inc., Sr. Unsec. Deb.,
7.88%, 02/15/26 200,000 197,986
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
8.75%, 08/01/15 500,000 469,375
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Time Warner Inc., Unsec. Deb., 9.15%,
02/01/23 1,000,000 1,017,500
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6,166,286
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Casinos & Gambling-0.97%
Boyd Gaming Corp., Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Notes,
9.25%, 08/01/09 210,000 227,850
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8.75%, 04/15/12 215,000 218,225
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Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, Sr. Unsec.
Gtd. Sub. Notes, 8.00%, 04/01/12 270,000 278,100
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Park Place Entertainment Corp., Sr. Unsec.
Notes, 7.50%, 09/01/09 155,000 156,162
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880,337
=======================================================================
Commodity Chemicals-0.08%
ISP Chemco Inc.-Series B, Sr. Unsec. Gtd.
Sub. Notes, 10.25%, 07/01/11 70,000 71,400
=======================================================================
Computer Hardware-0.71%
Candescent Technologies Corp., Sr. Conv.
Unsec. Gtd. Sub. Putable Deb., 8.00%,
05/01/03 (Acquired 03/07/00; Cost
$480,000)(a)(b)(c) 600,000 31,800
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F5-62
PRINCIPAL MARKET
AMOUNT VALUE
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Computer Hardware-(Continued)
IBM Corp., Deb., 8.38%, 11/01/19 $ 500,000 $ 611,190
=======================================================================
642,990
=======================================================================
Construction Materials-0.38%
MMI Products, Inc.-Series B, Sr. Unsec. Sub.
Notes, 11.25%, 04/15/07 360,000 349,200
=======================================================================
Consumer Finance-1.68%
Ford Motor Credit Co., Unsec. Notes, 6.88%,
02/01/06 750,000 697,582
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General Motors Acceptance Corp., Unsec.
Unsub. Notes, 7.63%, 06/15/04 175,000 180,488
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Household Finance Corp., Sr. Unsec. Notes,
6.50%, 01/24/06 200,000 178,720
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8.00%, 05/09/05 500,000 471,410
=======================================================================
1,528,200
=======================================================================
Distillers & Vintners-0.39%
Diageo PLC, Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Putable Notes,
7.45%, 04/15/05 300,000 350,277
=======================================================================
Diversified Chemicals-0.20%
Equistar Chemicals LP/Equistar Funding Corp.,
Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Notes, 10.13%, 09/01/08 200,000 181,000
=======================================================================
Diversified Financial Services-3.84%
Associates Corp. of North America, Sr. Notes,
5.80%, 04/20/04 200,000 209,846
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Citigroup Capital II, Jr. Gtd. Sub. Bonds,
7.75%, 12/01/36 180,000 188,005
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Citigroup Inc.
Sr. Unsec. Notes, 4.13%, 06/30/05 100,000 104,070
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Unsec. Sub. Notes, 6.63%, 06/15/32 625,000 636,731
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Fidelity Investments, Bonds, 7.57%, 06/15/29
(Acquired 07/25/02; Cost $218,316)(a) 200,000 219,310
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
General Electric Capital Corp.-Series A,
Medium Term Notes, 6.80%, 11/01/05 100,000 111,217
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
John Hancock Global Funding II
Medium Term Notes, 6.50%, 03/01/11
(Acquired 07/24/02; Cost $295,243)(a) 280,000 300,947
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Notes, 5.00%, 07/27/07 (Acquired 06/12/02;
Cost $99,945)(a) 100,000 104,254
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Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc.-Series E,
Medium Term Disc. Notes, 9.94%, 02/10/28(d) 2,200,000 311,278
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Lehman Brothers Inc., Sr. Sub. Deb., 11.63%,
05/15/05 150,000 180,577
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Morgan Stanley, Unsec. Notes, 6.30%, 01/15/06 300,000 320,244
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Washington Mutual Financial, Sr. Unsec.
Notes, 8.25%, 06/15/05 325,000 367,699
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Wells Fargo Financial, Inc., Notes, 6.13%,
02/15/06 400,000 436,680
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3,490,858
=======================================================================
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PRINCIPAL MARKET
AMOUNT VALUE
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Electric Utilities-7.57%
AES Corp. (The), Sr. Unsec. Unsub. Notes,
8.75%, 12/15/02 $1,000,000 $ 895,000
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Calpine Canada Energy Finance ULC (Canada),
Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Yankee Notes, 8.50%,
05/01/08 560,000 184,800
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CenterPoint Energy, Inc., Conv. ZENS, 2.00%,
09/15/29 17,000 369,920
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Cleveland Electric Illuminating Co. (The),
First Mortgage Bonds, 6.86%, 10/01/08 400,000 414,396
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
CMS Energy Corp., Sr. Unsec. Unsub. Notes,
8.90%, 07/15/08 695,000 517,775
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Cogentrix Energy, Inc.-Series B, Sr. Unsec.
Gtd. Notes, 8.75%, 10/15/08 550,000 165,000
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Duke Energy Corp., Bonds, 6.45%, 10/15/32 200,000 186,652
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Hydro-Quebec (Canada), Gtd. Yankee Bonds,
9.40%, 02/01/21(e) 385,000 536,070
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Mission Energy Holding Co., Sr. Sec. Notes,
13.50%, 07/15/08 365,000 93,075
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Niagara Mohawk Power Corp.-Series H, Sr.
Unsec. Disc. Notes, 8.50%, 07/01/10(f) 1,150,000 1,223,773
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Public Service Company of New Mexico-Series
A, Sr. Unsec. Notes, 7.10%, 08/01/05 300,000 321,558
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Texas-New Mexico Power Co., Sr. Unsec. Notes,
6.25%, 01/15/09 2,000,000 1,967,120
=======================================================================
6,875,139
=======================================================================
Electrical Components & Equipment-1.13%
ASM Lithography Holding N.V. (Netherlands),
Conv. Yankee Bonds, 4.25%, 11/30/04
(Acquired 04/05/00; Cost $1,507,813)(a) 1,250,000 1,029,750
=======================================================================
Electronic Equipment & Instruments-0.14%
Solectron Corp., Sr. Unsec. Notes, 9.63%,
02/15/09 140,000 126,700
=======================================================================
Forest Products-0.12%
Louisiana-Pacific Corp., Sr. Unsec. Notes,
8.50%, 08/15/05 110,000 111,650
=======================================================================
Gas Utilities-0.47%
El Paso Corp., Sr. Medium Term Notes, 8.05%,
10/15/30 200,000 118,750
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TransCanada Pipelines Ltd. (Canada), Unsec.
Yankee Deb., 8.63%, 05/15/12 250,000 305,098
=======================================================================
423,848
=======================================================================
Health Care Equipment-0.09%
Radiologix, Inc.-Series B, Sr. Unsec. Gtd.
Notes, 10.50%, 12/15/08 85,000 84,575
=======================================================================
Health Care Facilities-0.63%
Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc., Sr. Unsec.
Gtd. Notes, 10.38%, 02/15/09 400,000 428,000
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PRINCIPAL MARKET
AMOUNT VALUE
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Health Care Facilities-(Continued)
Select Medical Corp., Sr. Unsec. Sub. Notes,
9.50%, 06/15/09 $ 140,000 $ 140,700
=======================================================================
568,700
=======================================================================
Homebuilding-0.91%
Beazer Homes USA, Inc., Sr. Unsec. Gtd.
Notes, 8.38%, 04/15/12 115,000 117,875
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K Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc., Sr. Unsec.
Gtd. Notes, 10.50%, 10/01/07 400,000 422,000
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
WCI Communities, Inc., Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Sub.
Notes, 9.13%, 05/01/12 350,000 288,750
=======================================================================
828,625
=======================================================================
Hotels, Resorts & Cruise Lines-0.29%
John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc., Sr. 1st
Mortgage Notes, 8.88%, 05/15/12 120,000 116,400
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Kerzner International Ltd. (Bahamas), Sr.
Unsec. Gtd. Sub. Yankee Notes, 8.88%,
08/15/11 150,000 148,500
=======================================================================
264,900
=======================================================================
Industrial Machinery-0.35%
NMHG Holding Co., Unsec. Gtd. Notes, 10.00%,
05/15/09 60,000 57,600
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Pall Corp., Notes, 6.00%, 08/01/12 (Acquired
08/01/02; Cost $249,873)(a) 250,000 258,825
=======================================================================
316,425
=======================================================================
Integrated Oil & Gas-3.42%
BP Canada Finance Co. (Canada), Yankee Bonds,
3.38%, 10/31/07 750,000 754,523
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
El Paso Energy Partners, L.P.-Series B, Sr.
Unsec. Gtd. Sub. Notes, 8.50%, 06/01/11 200,000 180,500
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Husky Oil Ltd. (Canada), Sr. Unsec. Yankee
Bonds, 8.90%, 08/15/28 625,000 688,619
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Occidental Petroleum Corp.
Sr. Putable Deb., 9.25%, 08/01/04 950,000 1,213,549
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Sr. Unsec. Notes, 6.50%, 04/01/05 250,000 269,765
=======================================================================
3,106,956
=======================================================================
Integrated Telecommunication Services-0.99%
GTE Hawaiian Telephone Co., Inc.-Series A,
Unsec. Deb., 7.00%, 02/01/06 140,000 149,793
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
NTELOS Inc., Sr. Unsec. Notes, 13.00%,
08/15/10 250,000 50,000
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Sprint Capital Corp.
Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Notes, 6.00%, 01/15/07 255,000 206,869
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Sr. Unsec. Unsub. Gtd. Notes, 6.13%,
11/15/08 440,000 344,300
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Unsec. Gtd. Notes, 8.75%, 03/15/32 200,000 150,750
=======================================================================
901,712
=======================================================================
Life & Health Insurance-0.19%
American General Corp., Unsec. Notes, 7.50%,
08/11/10 150,000 171,480
=======================================================================
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PRINCIPAL MARKET
AMOUNT VALUE
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Multi-Line Insurance-0.33%
AIG SunAmerica Global Financing IX, Bonds,
6.90%, 03/15/32 (Acquired 07/31/02; Cost
$287,306)(a) $ 275,000 $ 299,417
=======================================================================
Oil & Gas Drilling-0.82%
Northern Natural Gas, Notes, 5.38%, 10/31/12
(Acquired 10/09/02; Cost $164,767)(a) 165,000 160,769
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Transocean Inc., Unsec. Notes, 6.95%,
04/15/08 525,000 585,858
=======================================================================
746,627
=======================================================================
Oil & Gas Equipment & Services-0.57%
Smith International, Inc., Notes, 6.75%,
02/15/11 500,000 518,790
=======================================================================
Oil & Gas Exploration & Production-9.08%
Amerada Hess Corp., Unsec. Notes, 5.30%,
08/15/04 200,000 209,464
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Anadarko Petroleum Corp., Unsec. Putable
Deb., 7.73%, 09/15/26 1,000,000 1,144,410
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (Canada), Sr. Yankee
Notes, 7.90%, 09/01/21 (Acquired 07/31/02;
Cost $228,582)(a) 225,000 232,391
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Chesapeake Energy Corp., Sr. Unsec. Gtd.
Notes, 8.38%, 11/01/08 240,000 246,000
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Colorado Interstate Gas Co., Sr. Unsec. Deb.,
10.00%, 06/15/05 350,000 315,438
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Devon Energy Corp., Sr. Unsec. Deb., 7.95%,
04/15/32 400,000 462,232
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Devon Financing Corp. ULC, Unsec. Gtd. Unsub.
Deb., 7.88%, 09/30/31 300,000 347,802
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Frontier Oil Corp., Sr. Unsec. Notes, 11.75%,
11/15/09 390,000 391,950
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Kerr-McGee Corp., Jr. Conv. Sub. Unsec. Deb.,
5.25%, 02/15/10 1,000,000 1,081,250
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Louis Dreyfus Natural Gas Corp., Unsec.
Notes, 6.88%, 12/01/07 550,000 592,312
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Newfield Exploration Co., Sr. Unsec. Unsub.
Notes, 7.63%, 03/01/11 1,500,000 1,575,000
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Noble Energy, Inc., Sr. Unsec. Deb., 7.25%,
08/01/97 1,760,000 1,582,662
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Swift Energy Co., Sr. Unsec. Sub. Notes,
9.38%, 05/01/12 70,000 64,750
=======================================================================
8,245,661
=======================================================================
Oil & Gas Refining, Marketing &
Transportation-1.34%
Petroleos Mexicanos (Mexico)
Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Yankee Bonds, 9.38%,
12/02/08 600,000 657,750
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Series P, Unsec. Putable Unsub. Yankee
Bonds, 9.50%, 03/15/06 500,000 559,390
=======================================================================
1,217,140
=======================================================================
Packaged Foods & Meats-0.30%
Dole Foods Co., Inc., Sr. Unsec. Notes,
7.25%, 05/01/09 300,000 273,750
=======================================================================
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F5-64
PRINCIPAL MARKET
AMOUNT VALUE
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Paper Products-0.30%
Appleton Papers Inc.-Series B, Sr. Unsec.
Gtd. Sub. Notes, 12.50%, 12/15/08 $ 260,000 $ 271,700
=======================================================================
Pharmaceuticals-1.49%
aaiPharma Inc., Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Sub. Notes,
11.00%, 04/01/10 250,000 238,750
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Biovail Corp. (Canada), Sr. Sub. Yankee
Notes, 7.88%, 04/01/10 200,000 204,000
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Johnson & Johnson, Unsec. Deb., 8.72%,
11/01/24 400,000 446,852
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Roche Holding A.G., Conv. Putable LYONS,
0.32%, 01/19/04 (Acquired 03/10/00; Cost
$624,813)(a)(d) 650,000 464,750
=======================================================================
1,354,352
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Publishing-3.47%
News America Holdings,
Putable Notes, 8.45%, 08/01/06 1,200,000 1,300,428
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Sr. Gtd. Deb., 9.25%, 02/01/13 1,450,000 1,648,041
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News America Inc., Sr. Putable Deb., 6.75%,
01/09/10 200,000 198,382
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3,146,851
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Railroads-0.66%
CSX Corp., Sr. Unsec. Putable Deb., 7.25%,
05/01/05 250,000 274,275
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Railamerica Transportation Corp., Sr. Unsec.
Gtd. Sub. Notes, 12.88%, 08/15/10 325,000 326,625
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600,900
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Real Estate Investment Trusts-1.77%
EOP Operating L.P., Sr. Unsec. Notes, 6.50%,
01/15/04 150,000 155,849
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Health Care REIT, Inc., Sr. Unsec. Notes,
7.50%, 08/15/07 500,000 523,190
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Host Marriott L.P.
Series E, Sr. Sec. Gtd. Notes, 8.38%,
02/15/06 270,000 263,250
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Series I, Unsec. Gtd. Notes, 9.50%,
01/15/07 450,000 450,000
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iStar Financial Inc., Sr. Unsec. Notes,
8.75%, 08/15/08 210,000 211,050
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1,603,339
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Semiconductors-0.11%
ON Semiconductor Corp., Sr. Sec. Gtd. Notes,
12.00%, 05/15/08 (Acquired 05/01/02; Cost
$116,282)(a) 120,000 73,800
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TranSwitch Corp., Conv. Unsec. Unsub. Notes,
4.50%, 09/12/05 (Acquired 09/06/00; Cost
$37,000)(a) 37,000 21,506
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95,306
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Sovereign Debt-1.16%
Export Development Canada (Canada), Yankee
Bonds, 4.00%, 08/01/07 185,000 191,714
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Region of Lombardy (Italy), Unsec. Yankee
Notes, 5.80%, 10/25/32 370,000 375,758
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AMOUNT VALUE
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Sovereign Debt-(Continued)
United Mexican States-Series A (Mexico),
Yankee Medium Term Notes, 9.88%, 02/01/10 $ 420,000 $ 487,200
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1,054,672
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Specialty Chemicals-0.04%
OM Group, Inc., Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Sub. Notes,
9.25%, 12/15/11 100,000 39,500
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Specialty Stores-0.42%
CSK Auto, Inc., Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Notes,
12.00%, 06/15/06 360,000 379,800
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Telecommunications Equipment-1.40%
Comverse Technology, Inc., Sr. Unsec. Conv.
Sub. Notes, 1.50%, 12/01/05 (Acquired
12/05/00; Cost $1,537,500)(a) 1,500,000 1,228,125
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Kestrel Solutions, Conv. Sub. Notes, 5.50%,
07/15/05 (Acquired 07/20/00; Cost
$750,000)(a)(b)(c) 750,000 39,750
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1,267,875
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Trucking-0.47%
North American Van Lines, Sr. Unsec. Gtd.
Sub. Notes, 13.38%, 12/01/09 435,000 428,475
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Wireless Telecommunication Services-1.68%
iPCS, Inc., Sr. Unsec. Disc. Notes, 14.00%,
07/15/10(f) 350,000 19,250
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IWO Holdings, Inc., Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Notes,
14.00%, 01/15/11 400,000 82,000
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Nextel Communications, Inc.
Sr. Conv. Notes, 5.25%, 01/15/10 (Acquired
02/15/00; Cost $1,055,000)(a) 1,000,000 695,000
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Sr. Unsec. Notes, 9.50%, 02/01/11 600,000 513,000
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SBA Communications Corp., Sr. Unsec. Notes,
10.25%, 02/01/09 440,000 213,400
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1,522,650
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Total U.S. Dollar Denominated Bonds &
Notes (Cost $67,294,111) 59,493,260
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PRINCIPAL
AMOUNT(g)
NON-U.S. DOLLAR DENOMINATED NON-CONVERTIBLE
BONDS & NOTES-5.64%
Germany-4.31%
Bundesrepublik Deutschland (Sovereign Debt)-
Series 2002, Bonds, 5.00%, 07/04/12 EUR 2,800,000 2,880,233
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Kreditanstalt fuer Wiederaufbau (Banks), Sr.
Unsec. Unsub. Notes, 5.25%, 07/04/12 EUR 1,000,000 1,034,915
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3,915,148
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United Kingdom-1.33%
ONO Finance PLC (Broadcasting & Cable TV),
Sr. Unsec. Gtd. Euro Notes, 13.00%,
05/01/09 EUR 300,000 56,463
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PRINCIPAL MARKET
AMOUNT(G) VALUE
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United Kingdom-(Continued)
United Kingdom (Treasury of) (Sovereign
Debt), Bonds, 7.25%, 12/07/07 EUR 650,000 $ 1,151,689
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1,208,152
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Total Non-U.S. Dollar Denominated Non-
Convertible Bonds & Notes (Cost
$5,139,787) 5,123,300
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SHARES
COMMON STOCKS & OTHER EQUITY INTERESTS-1.74%
Fertilizers & Agricultural Chemicals-0.08%
Monsanto Co. 4,334 71,641
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Home Furnishings-0.00%
O'Sullivan Industries, Inc.
Series B-Pfd. Wts., expiring 11/15/09
(Acquired 06/13/00; Cost $0)(a)(h) 960 10
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Wts., expiring 11/15/09 (Acquired 06/13/00;
Cost $0)(a)(h) 960 10
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20
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Multi-Utilities & Unregulated Power-0.46%
Mirant Trust I-Series A, $3.13 Conv. Pfd. 28,300 414,595
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Pharmaceuticals-1.20%
Pharmacia Corp. 25,407 1,092,501
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Railroads-0.00%
Railamerica Inc.-Wts., expiring 08/15/10
(Acquired 10/05/00; Cost $0)(a)(h) 325 3,981
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Wireless Telecommunication Services-0.00%
IWO Holdings Inc.-Wts., expiring 01/15/11
(Acquired 08/24/01; Cost $0)(a)(h) 400 100
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NTELOS Inc.-Wts., expiring 08/15/10 (Acquired
11/15/00; Cost $0)(a)(h) 425 4
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104
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Total Common Stocks & Other Equity
Interests (Cost $2,836,465) 1,582,842
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PRINCIPAL
AMOUNT
U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY SECURITIES-8.90%
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.
(FHLMC)-3.29%
Pass Through Ctfs.,
6.00%, 05/01/17 to 06/01/17 $ 914,375 $ 952,842
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6.50%, 04/01/16 to 01/01/31 1,919,605 2,003,108
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Pass Through Ctfs.,
7.00%, 07/01/29 32,357 33,815
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2,989,765
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AMOUNT VALUE
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Federal National Mortgage Association
(FNMA)-5.61%
Pass Through Ctfs.,
6.50%, 10/01/16 to 11/01/16 $ 83,903 $ 88,126
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Pass Through Ctfs.,
6.50%, 03/01/29 to 11/01/31 1,399,344 1,451,988
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7.00%, 09/01/31 to 12/01/31 1,216,663 1,271,453
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7.50%, 08/01/29 to 04/01/31 990,361 1,048,266
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Pass Through Ctfs.,
8.00%, 06/01/31 643,018 687,814
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Pass Through Ctfs.,
8.50%, 02/01/28 450,590 488,265
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Unsec. Notes,
6.00%, 05/15/11 54,000 60,247
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5,096,159
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Total U.S. Government Agency Securities
(Cost $7,882,758) 8,085,924
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U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES-8.94%
U.S. Treasury Bonds-1.76%
7.25%, 05/15/16 900,000 1,137,366
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6.25%, 08/15/23 400,000 459,684
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1,597,050
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U.S. Treasury Notes--7.18%
4.75%, 11/15/08 6,000,000 6,519,780
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Total U.S. Treasury Securities (Cost
$8,090,214) 8,116,830
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ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES-2.42%
Airlines-0.98%
Continental Airlines, Inc.,
Series 974A, Pass Through Ctfs., 6.90%,
01/02/18 435,430 345,831
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Series 2000-1, Class A-1, Sr. Sec. Pass
Through Ctfs., 8.05%, 11/01/20 283,293 216,011
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Series 2000-2, Class A-1, Sr. Sec. Pass
Through Ctfs., 7.71%, 04/02/21 437,459 329,188
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891,030
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Diversified Financial Services-1.00%
Citicorp Lease
Class A1, Series 1999-1, Pass Through
Ctfs., 7.22%, 06/15/05 (Acquired 05/08/02;
Cost $329,488)(a) 312,504 340,082
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Class A2, Series 1999-1, Pass Through
Ctfs., 8.04%, 12/15/19 (Acquired 06/01/00;
Cost $493,835)(a) 500,000 563,835
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903,917
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Electric Utilities-0.44%
Beaver Valley II Funding Corp., SLOBS, 9.00%,
06/01/17 400,000 403,668
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Total Asset-Backed Securities (Cost
$2,324,175) 2,198,615
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MARKET
SHARES VALUE
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MONEY MARKET FUNDS-3.75%
STIC Liquid Assets Portfolio(i) 1,703,510 $ 1,703,510
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STIC Prime Portfolio(i) 1,703,510 1,703,510
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Total Money Market Funds (Cost
$3,407,020) 3,407,020
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TOTAL INVESTMENTS-96.89% (Cost $96,974,530) 88,007,791
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OTHER ASSETS LESS LIABILITIES-3.11% 2,823,159
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NET ASSETS-100.00% $90,830,950
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Investment Abbreviations:
Conv. - Convertible Ctfs. - Certificates Deb. - Debentures Disc. - Discounted EUR - Euro Gtd. - Guaranteed Jr. - Junior LYONS - Liquid Yield Option Notes Pfd. - Preferred RAPS - Redeemable & Putable Securities REIT - Real Estate Investment Trust Sec. - Secured SLOBS - Secured Lease Obligation Securities Sr. - Senior Sub. - Subordinated Unsec. - Unsecured Unsub. - Unsubordinated Wts. - Warrants ZENS - Zero Exchange Sub. Notes |
Notes to Schedule of Investments:
(a) Securities not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended
(e.g., the security was purchased in a Rule 144A transaction or a Regulation
D transaction); the securities may be resold only pursuant to an exemption
from registration under the 1933 Act, typically to qualified institutional
buyers. The aggregate market value of these securities at 10/31/02 was
$6,491,566, which represented 7.15% of the Fund's net assets. The Fund has
no rights to demand registration of these securities. 2.57% of the aggregate
market value of these securities is considered to be liquid under procedures
established by the Board of Trustees.
(b) Defaulted security. Currently, the issuer is in default with respect to
interest payments.
(c) Security fair valued in accordance with the procedures established by the
Board of Trustees.
(d) Zero coupon bond issued at a discount. The interest rate shown represents
the yield to maturity at issue.
(e) Secured by bond insurance provided by Ambac Assurance Corp.
(f) Discounted bond at issue. The interest rate represents the coupon rate at
which the bond will accrue at a specified future date.
(g) Foreign denominated security. Par value is denominated in currency
indicated.
(h) Non-income producing security acquired as part of a unit with or in exchange
for other securities.
(i) The money market fund and the Fund are affiliated by having the same
investment advisor.
See Notes to Financial Statements.
F5-67
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
October 31, 2002
ASSETS:
Investments, at market value (cost $96,974,530) $88,007,791
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Receivables for:
Investments sold 1,826,992
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Fund shares sold 9,996
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Dividends and interest 1,569,185
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Investment for deferred compensation plan 2,593
------------------------------------------------------------
Other assets 22,059
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Total assets 91,438,616
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LIABILITIES:
Payables for:
Fund shares reacquired 450,729
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Deferred compensation plan 2,593
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Accrued distribution fees 74,142
------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued trustees' fees 907
------------------------------------------------------------
Accrued transfer agent fees 25,552
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Accrued operating expenses 53,743
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Total liabilities 607,666
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Net assets applicable to shares outstanding $90,830,950
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NET ASSETS:
Class A $67,474,736
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Class B $21,109,630
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Class C $ 2,246,584
____________________________________________________________
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SHARES OUTSTANDING, $0.01 PAR VALUE PER SHARE:
Class A 9,091,648
____________________________________________________________
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Class B 2,836,051
____________________________________________________________
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Class C 302,140
____________________________________________________________
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Class A:
Net asset value per share $ 7.42
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Offering price per share:
(Net asset value of $7.42 divided by
95.25%) $ 7.79
____________________________________________________________
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Class B:
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 7.44
____________________________________________________________
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Class C:
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 7.44
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Statement of Operations
For the year ended October 31, 2002
INVESTMENT INCOME:
Interest $ 8,302,878
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Dividends 140,032
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Dividends from affiliated money market funds 20,636
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Total investment income 8,463,546
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EXPENSES:
Advisory fees 747,890
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Administrative services fees 50,000
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Custodian fees 13,564
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Distribution fees -- Class A 246,894
-------------------------------------------------------------
Distribution fees -- Class B 301,840
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Distribution fees -- Class C 24,320
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Transfer agent fees 332,320
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Trustees' fees 9,953
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Other 173,168
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Total expenses 1,899,949
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Less: Fees waived (600,489)
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Expenses paid indirectly (1,925)
=============================================================
Net expenses 1,297,535
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Net investment income 7,166,011
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REALIZED AND UNREALIZED GAIN (LOSS) FROM
INVESTMENT SECURITIES, FOREIGN CURRENCIES AND
FOREIGN CURRENCY CONTRACTS:
Net realized gain (loss) from:
Investment securities (10,473,236)
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Foreign currencies (18,307)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currency contracts (46,401)
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(10,537,944)
=============================================================
Change in net unrealized appreciation
(depreciation) of:
Investment securities (4,125,616)
-------------------------------------------------------------
Foreign currencies 1,621
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Foreign currency contracts (15,178)
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(4,139,173)
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Net gain (loss) from investment securities,
foreign currencies and foreign currency
contracts (14,677,117)
=============================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting
from operations $ (7,511,106)
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See Notes to Financial Statements.
F5-68
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
For the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001
2002 2001
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
OPERATIONS:
Net investment income $ 7,166,011 $ 9,122,003
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net realized gain (loss) from investment securities,
foreign currencies and foreign currency contracts (10,537,944) (7,077,279)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of
investment securities, foreign currencies and foreign
currency contracts (4,139,173) 107,182
============================================================================================
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from
operations (7,511,106) 2,151,906
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Distributions to shareholders from net investment income:
Class A (4,831,416) (4,180,316)
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Class B (1,935,024) (4,789,082)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class C (149,195) (94,741)
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Return of Capital:
Class A (723,193) (65,346)
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Class B (272,948) (81,727)
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Class C (25,019) (1,579)
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Share transactions-net:
Class A 15,596,092 16,986,137
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Class B (22,216,782) (25,288,755)
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Class C 522,395 1,712,350
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets (21,546,196) (13,651,153)
============================================================================================
NET ASSETS:
Beginning of year 112,377,146 126,028,299
============================================================================================
End of year $ 90,830,950 $ 112,377,146
____________________________________________________________________________________________
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NET ASSETS CONSIST OF:
Shares of beneficial interest $ 230,984,335 $ 238,103,790
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Undistributed net investment income (283,734) (20,429)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Undistributed net realized gain (loss) from investment
securities, foreign currencies and foreign currency
contracts (130,904,332) (120,728,575)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment
securities, foreign currencies and foreign currency
contracts (8,965,319) (4,977,640)
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$ 90,830,950 $ 112,377,146
____________________________________________________________________________________________
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See Notes to Financial Statements.
F5-69
Notes to Financial Statements
October 31, 2002
NOTE 1--SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
AIM Strategic Income Fund (the "Fund") is a separate series of AIM Investment Funds (the "Trust"). The Trust is organized as a Delaware statutory trust and is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"), as an open-end series management investment company consisting of seven separate series portfolios, each having an unlimited number of shares of beneficial interest. The Fund currently offers three different classes of shares: Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge. Class B shares and Class C shares are sold with a contingent deferred sales charge. Matters affecting each portfolio or class will be voted on exclusively by the shareholders of such portfolio or class. The assets, liabilities and operations of each portfolio are accounted for separately. Information presented in these financial statements pertains only to the Fund. The Fund's investment objective is high current income, and its secondary investment objective is growth of capital.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The following is a summary of the significant accounting policies followed by the Fund in the preparation of its financial statements.
A. SECURITY VALUATIONS -- Securities, including restricted securities, are valued according to the following policy. A security listed or traded on an exchange (except convertible bonds) is valued at its last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the exchange where the security is principally traded, or lacking any sales on a particular day, the security is valued at the closing bid price on that day. Each security traded in the over-the-counter market (but not securities reported on the NASDAQ National Market System) is valued at the closing bid price furnished by independent pricing services or market makers. Each security reported on the NASDAQ National Market System is valued at the last sales price as of the close of the customary trading session on the valuation date or absent a last sales price, at the closing bid price. Debt obligations (including convertible bonds) are valued on the basis of prices provided by an independent pricing service. Prices provided by the pricing service may be determined without exclusive reliance on quoted prices, and may reflect appropriate factors such as institution-size trading in similar groups of securities, developments related to special securities, dividend rate, yield, quality, type of issue, coupon rate, maturity, individual trading characteristics and other market data. Securities for which market prices are not provided by any of the above methods are valued based upon quotes furnished by independent sources and are valued at the last bid price in the case of equity securities and in the case of debt obligations, the mean between the last bid and asked prices. Securities for which market quotations are not readily available or are questionable are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Trust's officers in a manner specifically authorized by the Board of Trustees. Short-term obligations having 60 days or less to maturity and commercial paper are valued at amortized cost which approximates market value. For purposes of determining net asset value per share, futures and option contracts generally will be valued 15 minutes after the close of the customary trading session of the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE").
Foreign securities are converted into U.S. dollar amounts using exchange rates as of the close of the NYSE. Generally, trading in foreign securities is substantially completed each day at various times prior to the close of the NYSE. The values of such securities used in computing the net asset value of the Fund's shares are determined as of the close of the respective markets. Events affecting the values of such foreign securities may occur between the times at which the particular foreign market closes and the close of the customary trading session of the NYSE which would not be reflected in the computation of the Fund's net asset value. If a development/event is so significant that there is a reasonably high degree of certainty as to both the effect and the degree of effect that the development/event has actually caused that closing price to no longer reflect actual value, the closing prices, as determined at the close of the applicable foreign market, may be adjusted to reflect the fair value of the affected foreign securities as of the close of the NYSE as determined in good faith by or under the supervision of the Board of Trustees.
B. SECURITIES TRANSACTIONS AND INVESTMENT INCOME -- Securities transactions are accounted for on a trade date basis. Realized gains or losses on sales are computed on the basis of specific identification of the securities sold. Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis from settlement date. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date. Premiums and discounts are amortized and/or accreted for financial reporting purposes.
C. DISTRIBUTIONS -- Distributions from income are declared daily and paid monthly. Distributions from net realized capital gain, if any, are generally paid annually and recorded on ex-dividend date. The Fund may elect to use a portion of the proceeds from redemptions as distributions for federal income tax purposes.
D. FEDERAL INCOME TAXES -- The Fund intends to comply with the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code necessary to qualify as a regulated investment company and, as such, will not be subject to federal income taxes on otherwise taxable income (including net realized capital gain) which is distributed to shareholders. Therefore, no provision for federal income taxes is recorded in the financial statements.
E. FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATIONS -- Portfolio securities and other assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts at date of valuation. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities and income items denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar amounts on the respective dates of such transactions. The Fund does not separately account for the portion of the results of operations resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on investments and the fluctuations arising from changes in market prices of securities held. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gain or loss from investments.
F5-70
F. FOREIGN CURRENCY CONTRACTS -- A foreign currency contract is an obligation to purchase or sell a specific currency for an agreed-upon price at a future date. The Fund may enter into a foreign currency contract to attempt to minimize the risk to the Fund from adverse changes in the relationship between currencies. The Fund may also enter into a foreign currency contract for the purchase or sale of a security denominated in a foreign currency in order to "lock in" the U.S. dollar price of that security. The Fund could be exposed to risk if counterparties to the contracts are unable to meet the terms of their contracts or if the value of the foreign currency changes unfavorably.
G. DOLLAR ROLL TRANSACTIONS -- The Fund may engage in dollar roll transactions with respect to mortgage backed securities issued by GNMA, FNMA and FHLMC. In a dollar roll transaction, the Fund sells a mortgage backed security held in the Fund to a financial institution such as a bank or broker-dealer, and simultaneously agrees to repurchase a substantially similar security (same type, coupon and maturity) from the institution at a later date at an agreed upon price. The mortgage backed securities that are repurchased will bear the same interest rate as those sold, but generally will be collateralized by different pools of mortgages with different prepayment histories. During the period between the sale and repurchase, the Fund will not be entitled to receive interest and principal payments on securities sold. Proceeds of the sale will be invested in short-term instruments, and the income from these investments, together with any additional fee income received on the sale, could generate income for the Fund exceeding the yield on the security sold.
Dollar roll transactions involve the risk that the market value of the securities retained by the Fund may decline below the price of the securities that the Fund has sold but is obligated to repurchase under the agreement. In the event that the buyer of securities in a dollar roll transaction files for bankruptcy or becomes insolvent, the Fund's use of the proceeds from the sale of the securities may be restricted pending a determination by the other party, or its trustee or receiver, whether to enforce the Fund's obligation to repurchase the securities.
H. EXPENSES -- Distribution expenses directly attributable to a class of shares are charged to the respective classes' operations. Transfer agency fees and expenses and other shareholder recordkeeping fees and expenses are charged to each class pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement adopted by the Fund with respect to such class. All other expenses are allocated among the classes based on relative net assets.
NOTE 2--CHANGE IN ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLE
As required, effective November 1, 2001, the Fund adopted the provisions of the AICPA Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment Companies and began amortizing premium on debt securities and began recording paydown gains and losses on mortgage and asset-backed securities as adjustments to interest income. Prior to November 1, 2001, the Fund did not amortize premiums on debt securities and recorded paydown gains and losses on mortgage and asset-backed securities as realized gains and losses. The cumulative effect of this accounting change had no impact on total net assets of the Fund, but resulted in a $151,494 reduction in the cost of securities and a corresponding $151,494 increase in net unrealized gains and losses, based on securities held by the Fund on November 1, 2001.
The effect of this change in the current period was to decrease net investment income by $186,664, to increase net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) by $145,517 and to increase net realized gains and losses by $41,147. As a result the net investment income per share decreased by $0.01, the net realized and unrealized gains and losses per share increased by $0.01, and the ratio of net investment income to average net assets decreased by 0.18%.
NOTE 3--ADVISORY FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES
A I M Advisors, Inc. ("AIM") is the Fund's investment manager and administrator. INVESCO (NY), Inc. is the Fund's subadvisor. The Fund pays AIM investment management and administration fees at an annual rate of 0.725% on the first $500 million of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.70% on the next $1 billion of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.675% on the next $1 billion of the Fund's average daily net assets, plus 0.65% on the Fund's average daily net assets exceeding $2.5 billion. AIM has contractually agreed to limit total annual operating expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividends on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) for Class A shares to 1.50%. In addition, AIM has voluntarily agreed to limit total annual operating expenses, subject to the exclusions previously listed, for Class A to 1.05% and this limitation may be terminated or modified at any time. AIM has voluntarily agreed to waive advisory fees of the Fund in the amount of 25% of the advisory fee AIM receives from the affiliated money market fund of which the Fund has invested. For the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM waived fees of $600,489.
The Fund, pursuant to a master administrative services agreement with AIM, has agreed to pay AIM for certain administrative costs incurred in providing accounting services to the Fund. For the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM was paid $50,000 for such services.
The Fund, pursuant to a transfer agency and service agreement, has agreed to pay A I M Fund Services, Inc. ("AFS") a fee for providing transfer agency and shareholder services to the Fund. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AFS retained $210,352 for such services.
The Trust has entered into master distribution agreements with A I M Distributors, Inc. ("AIM Distributors") to serve as the distributor for the Class A, Class B and Class C shares of the Fund. The Trust has adopted plans pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act with respect to the Fund's Class A shares, Class B shares and Class C shares (collectively the "Plans"). The Fund, pursuant to the Plans, pays AIM Distributors compensation at the annual rate of 0.35% of the Fund's average daily net assets of Class A shares and 1.00% of the average daily net assets of Class B and C shares. Of these amounts, the Fund may pay a service fee of 0.25% of the average daily net assets of the Class A, Class B or Class C shares to selected dealers and financial institutions who furnish continuing personal shareholder services to their customers who purchase and own the appropriate class of shares of the Fund. Any amounts not paid as a service fee under the Plans would constitute an asset-based sales charge. NASD Rules also impose a cap on the total sales charges, including asset-based sales charges that may be paid by any class of shares of the Fund. Pursuant to the master distribution agreements, for the year ended
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October 31, 2002, the Class A, Class B and Class C shares paid $246,894, $301,840 and $24,320, respectively.
AIM Distributors retained commissions of $17,230 from sales of the Class A shares of the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002. Such commissions are not an expense of the Fund. They are deducted from, and are not included in, the proceeds from sales of Class A shares. During the year ended October 31, 2002, AIM Distributors retained $22,686, $757 and $4,472 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed on redemptions of Class A, Class B and Class C shares, respectively.
Certain officers and trustees of the Trust are officers and directors of AIM, AFS and AIM Distributors.
During the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund paid legal fees of $2,827 for services rendered by Kramer, Levin, Naftalis & Frankel LLP as counsel to the Board of Trustees. A member of that firm is a trustee of the Trust.
NOTE 4--INDIRECT EXPENSES
For the year ended October 31, 2002, the Fund received reductions in transfer agency fees from AFS (an affiliate of AIM) of $1,573 and reductions in custodian fees of $352 under an expense offset arrangement which resulted in a reduction of the Fund's total expenses of $1,925.
NOTE 5--TRUSTEES' FEES
Trustees' fees represent remuneration paid to trustees who are not an "interested person" of AIM. Trustees have the option to defer compensation payable by the Trust. The Trustees deferring compensation have the option to select various AIM Funds in which all or part of their deferral accounts shall be deemed to be invested.
NOTE 6--BANK BORROWINGS
The Fund is a participant in a committed line of credit facility with a
syndicate administered by Citibank, N.A. The Fund may borrow up to the lesser of
(i) $500,000,000 or (ii) the limits set by its prospectus for borrowings. The
Fund and other funds advised by AIM which are parties to the line of credit may
borrow on a first come, first served basis. During the year ended October 31,
2002, the Fund did not borrow under the line of credit agreement. The funds
which are party to the line of credit are charged a commitment fee of 0.09% on
the unused balance of the committed line. The commitment fee is allocated among
the funds based on their respective average net assets for the period.
NOTE 7--PORTFOLIO SECURITIES LOANED
The Fund may lend portfolio securities to the extent of one-third of the Fund's total assets. Such loans are secured by collateral equal to no less than the market value, determined daily, of the loaned securities. Such collateral will be cash or debt securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or any of its agencies. Cash collateral pursuant to these loans is invested in short-term money market instruments or affiliated money market funds. Lending securities entails a risk of loss to the Fund if and to the extent that the market value of the securities loaned were to increase and the borrower did not increase the collateral accordingly, and the borrower fails to return the securities. It is the Fund's policy to obtain additional collateral from or return excess collateral to the borrower by the end of the next business day. Therefore, the value of the collateral may be temporarily less than the value of the securities on loan.
During the year ended October 31, 2002, there were no securities on loan.
NOTE 8--DISTRIBUTIONS TO SHAREHOLDERS AND TAX COMPONENTS OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST
Distributions to Shareholders:
The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
---------------------------------------------------------------
Distributions paid from:
Ordinary income $6,915,635 $9,064,139
---------------------------------------------------------------
Return of capital 1,021,160 148,652
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$7,936,795 $9,212,791
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Tax Components of Beneficial Interest:
As of October 31, 2002, the components of beneficial interest on a tax basis were as follows:
Unrealized appreciation
(depreciation) -- investments $ (9,245,462)
----------------------------------------------------------
Temporary book/tax differences (3,591)
----------------------------------------------------------
Capital loss carryforward (130,904,332)
----------------------------------------------------------
Shares of beneficial interest 230,984,335
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$ 90,830,950
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The difference between book-basis and tax basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is due to differences in the timing of recognition of gains and losses on investments for tax and book purposes. The Fund's unrealized appreciation (depreciation) difference is attributable primarily to the treatment of bond premium amortization and the treatment of defaulted bonds. Amount includes appreciation on foreign currencies of $1,419.
The temporary book/tax differences are a result of timing differences between book and tax recognition of income and/or expenses. The Fund's temporary book/tax differences are the result of the deferral of trustee compensation and retirement plan expenses.
The Fund's capital loss carryforward expires as follows:
CAPITAL LOSS
EXPIRATION CARRYFORWARD
---------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2003 $ 65,749,433
---------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2006 6,435,251
---------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2007 15,371,600
---------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2008 26,076,211
---------------------------------------------------------
October 31, 2009 7,031,872
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October 31, 2010 10,239,965
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$130,904,332
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NOTE 9--INVESTMENT SECURITIES
The aggregate amount of investment securities (other than short-term securities) purchased and sold by the Fund during the year ended October 31, 2002 was $79,704,327 and $89,555,784, respectively.
The amount of unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment securities, for tax purposes, as of October 31, 2002 is as follows:
Aggregate unrealized appreciation of investment securities $ 2,827,456 ------------------------------------------------------------- Aggregate unrealized (depreciation) of investment securities (12,074,337) ============================================================= Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment securities $ (9,246,881) _____________________________________________________________ ============================================================= Cost of investments for tax purposes is $97,254,672. |
NOTE 10--RECLASSIFICATION OF PERMANENT DIFFERENCES
As a result of differing book/tax treatment of foreign currency transactions, net operating loss reclassifications, bond premium amortization, and other items, on October 31, 2002, undistributed net investment income was increased by $658,973, undistributed net realized gains increased by $362,187 and shares of beneficial interest decreased by $1,021,160. This reclassification has no affect on the net assets of the Fund.
NOTE 11--SHARE INFORMATION
Changes in shares outstanding during the years ended October 31, 2002 and 2001 were as follows:
2002 2001
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SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sold:
Class A 5,001,503* $ 41,194,962* 4,333,296 $ 38,745,589
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Class B 1,655,813 13,336,970 1,325,776 12,001,880
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Class C 346,563 2,765,379 329,487 2,937,367
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Issued as reinvestment of dividends:
Class A 452,544 3,624,472 334,882 2,995,798
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Class B 168,966 1,373,554 319,936 2,878,924
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Class C 14,404 116,302 8,539 75,695
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Reacquired:
Class A (3,625,489) (29,223,342) (2,735,274) (24,755,250)
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Class B (4,488,382)* (36,927,306)* (4,495,292) (40,169,559)
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Class C (300,290) (2,359,286) (149,291) (1,300,712)
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(774,368) $ (6,098,295) (727,941) $ (6,590,268)
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* Includes automatic conversion of 1,951,299 shares of Class B shares in the amount of $16,080,092 to 1,961,322 shares of Class A shares in the amount of $16,080,092.
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NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The following schedule presents financial highlights for a share of the Fund outstanding throughout the periods indicated.
CLASS A
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
--------------------------------------------------------------------
2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 8.63 $ 9.17 $ 10.13 $ 10.80 $ 12.00
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income 0.58(a)(b) 0.72 0.77(b) 0.68 0.91(b)(c)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) (1.15) (0.53) (0.99) (0.66) (1.27)
===============================================================================================================================
Total from investment operations (0.57) 0.19 (0.22) 0.02 (0.36)
===============================================================================================================================
Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income (0.56) (0.72) (0.52) (0.65) (0.65)
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Returns of capital (0.08) (0.01) (0.22) (0.04) (0.19)
===============================================================================================================================
Total distributions (0.64) (0.73) (0.74) (0.69) (0.84)
===============================================================================================================================
Net asset value, end of period $ 7.42 $ 8.63 $ 9.17 $ 10.13 $ 10.80
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===============================================================================================================================
Total return(d) (6.93)% 2.05% (2.35)% 0.06% (3.41)%
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===============================================================================================================================
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $67,475 $62,708 $48,865 $68,675 $102,280
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 1.05%(e) 1.05% 1.21% 1.41% 1.56%
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Without fee waivers 1.63%(e) 1.57% 1.57% 1.41% 1.56%
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Ratio of net investment income to average net assets 7.15%(a)(e) 7.94% 7.84% 6.44% 7.73%
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
===============================================================================================================================
Portfolio turnover rate 80% 89% 309% 235% 306%
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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(a) As required, effective November 1, 2001, the Fund has adopted the
provisions of the AICPA Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment
Companies and began amortizing premium on debt securities. Had the Fund
not amortized premiums on debt securities, the net investment income per
share would have been $0.59 and the ratio of net investment income to
average net assets would have been 7.33%. In accordance with the AICPA
Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment Companies, per share and
ratios for periods prior to November 1, 2001 have not been restated to
reflect this change in presentation.
(b) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(c) Net investment income per share reflects an interest payment received
from the conversion of Vnesheconombank loan agreements of $0.11 per
share.
(d) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles and does not include sales charges.
(e) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $70,541,187.
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NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS B
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YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31,
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2002 2001 2000 1999 1998
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 8.65 $ 9.18 $ 10.15 $ 10.81 $ 12.01
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income 0.53(a)(b) 0.65 0.71(b) 0.62 0.84(b)(c)
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) (1.16) (0.51) (1.01) (0.66) (1.28)
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Total from investment operations (0.63) 0.14 (0.30) (0.04) (0.44)
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Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income (0.50) (0.66) (0.45) (0.58) (0.57)
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Returns of capital (0.08) (0.01) (0.22) (0.04) (0.19)
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Total distributions (0.58) (0.67) (0.67) (0.62) (0.76)
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Net asset value, end of period $ 7.44 $ 8.65 $ 9.18 $ 10.15 $ 10.81
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Total return(d) (7.54)% 1.47% (3.11)% (0.52)% (4.04)%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
================================================================================================================================
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $21,110 $47,582 $76,680 $118,904 $188,660
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
================================================================================================================================
Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 1.70%(e) 1.70% 1.86% 2.07% 2.21%
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Without fee waivers 2.28%(e) 2.22% 2.22% 2.07% 2.21%
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Ratio of net investment income to average net assets 6.50%(a)(e) 7.29% 7.18% 5.78% 7.08%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
================================================================================================================================
Portfolio turnover rate 80% 89% 309% 235% 306%
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
================================================================================================================================
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(a) As required, effective November 1, 2001, the Fund has adopted the
provisions of the AICPA Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment
Companies and began amortizing premium on debt securities. Had the Fund
not amortized premiums on debt securities, the net investment income per
share would have been $0.54 and the ratio of net investment income to
average net assets would have been 6.68%. In accordance with the AICPA
Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment Companies, per share and
ratios for periods prior to November 1, 2001 have not been restated to
reflect this change in presentation.
(b) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(c) Net investment income per share reflects an interest payment received
from the conversion of Vnesheconombank loan agreements of $0.11 per
share.
(d) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles and does not include contingent deferred sales charges.
(e) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $30,183,980.
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NOTE 12--FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (CONTINUED)
CLASS C
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MARCH 1, 1999
(DATE SALES
YEAR ENDED OCTOBER 31, COMMENCED) TO
---------------------------------- OCTOBER 31,
2002 2001 2000 1999
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Net asset value, beginning of period $ 8.64 $ 9.17 $10.14 $10.67
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Income from investment operations:
Net investment income 0.53(a)(b) 0.65 0.70(b) 0.33
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Net gains (losses) on securities (both realized and
unrealized) (1.15) (0.51) (1.00) (0.47)
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Total from investment operations (0.62) 0.14 (0.30) (0.14)
=======================================================================================================================
Less distributions:
Dividends from net investment income (0.50) (0.66) (0.45) (0.36)
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Returns of capital (0.08) (0.01) (0.22) (0.03)
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Total distributions (0.58) (0.67) (0.67) (0.39)
=======================================================================================================================
Net asset value, end of period $ 7.44 $ 8.64 $ 9.17 $10.14
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=======================================================================================================================
Total return(c) (7.43)% 1.47% (3.12)% (1.35)%
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=======================================================================================================================
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (000s omitted) $2,247 $2,087 $ 484 $ 251
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=======================================================================================================================
Ratio of expenses to average net assets:
With fee waivers 1.70%(d) 1.70% 1.86% 2.07%(e)
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Without fee waivers 2.28%(d) 2.22% 2.22% 2.07%(e)
=======================================================================================================================
Ratio of net investment income to average net assets 6.50%(a)(d) 7.29% 7.18% 5.78%(e)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=======================================================================================================================
Portfolio turnover rate 80% 89% 309% 235%
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
=======================================================================================================================
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(a) As required, effective November 1, 2001, the Fund has adopted the
provisions of the AICPA Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment
Companies and began amortizing premium on debt securities. Had the Fund
not amortized premiums on debt securities, the net investment income per
share would have been $0.54 and the ratio of net investment income to
average net assets would have been 6.68%. In accordance with the AICPA
Audit and Accounting Guide for Investment Companies, per share and
ratios for periods prior to November 1, 2001 have not been restated to
reflect this change in presentation.
(b) Calculated using average shares outstanding.
(c) Includes adjustments in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles, does not include contingent deferred sales charges and is
not annualized for periods less than one year.
(d) Ratios are based on average daily net assets of $2,432,027.
(e) Annualized.
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PART C
OTHER INFORMATION
Item 23. Exhibits
a(1) - (a) Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of
Trust of Registrant, dated May 15, 2002. (8)
- (b) Amendment No. 1, dated July 1, 2002, to Amended
and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust of
Registrant.(8)
- (c) Amendment No. 2, dated August 8, 2002, to Amended
and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust of
Registrant.(8)
- (d) Amendment No. 3, dated September 23, 2002, to
Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of
Trust of Registrant.(9)
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- (e) Amendment No. 4, dated February 6, 2003, to Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust of Registrant.(9)
b(1) - Amended and Restated By-Laws of Registrant, adopted
effective May 15, 2002.(8)
c - Articles II, VI, VII, VIII and IX of the Amended and
Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust, as
amended, and Articles IV, V, VI, VII and VIII, of the
Amended and Restated By-Laws, as previously filed,
define rights of holders of shares.
d(1) - (a) Master Investment Advisory Agreement, dated
September 11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M
Advisors, Inc.(5)
- (b) Amendment No. 1, dated September 1, 2001, to the
Master Investment Advisory Agreement, dated September
11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.
(6)
- (c) Amendment No. 2, dated December 28, 2001, to the
Master Investment Advisory Agreement, dated September
11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.
(7)
- (d) Amendment No. 3, dated July 1, 2002, to the
Master Investment Advisory Agreement, dated September
11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors,
Inc.(8)
- (e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to the
Master Investment Advisory Agreement, dated September
11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors,
Inc.(9)
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- (f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to the Master Investment Advisory Agreement, dated September 11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.(9)
- (g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to the Master Investment Advisory Agreement, dated September 11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisory, Inc.(9)
(2) - Master Intergroup Sub-Advisory Contract for Mutual
Funds, dated September 1, 2001, between A I M
Advisors, Inc. and INVESCO Asset Management
Limited.(6)
e(1) - (a) First Amended and Restated Master Distribution
Agreement, dated July 1, 2000, between Registrant (on
behalf of its Class A and Class C Shares) and A I M
Distributors, Inc.(5)
- (b) Amendment No. 1, dated September 10, 2001, to the
First Amended and Restated Master Distribution
Agreement, dated July 1, 2000, between Registrant (on
behalf of its Class A and Class C Shares) and A I M
Distributors, Inc.(6)
- (c) Amendment No. 2, dated December 28, 2001, to the
First Amended and Restated Master Distribution
Agreement, dated July 1, 2000, between Registrant (on
behalf of its Class A and Class C Shares) and A I M
Distributors, Inc.(7)
- (d) Amendment No. 3, dated July 1, 2002, to the First
Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement,
dated July 1, 2000, between Registrant (on behalf of
its Class A and Class C Shares) and A I M
Distributors, Inc.(8)
- (e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to the
First Amended and Restated Master Distribution
Agreement, dated July 1, 2000, between Registrant (on
behalf of its Class A and Class C Shares) and A I M
Distributors, Inc.(9)
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- (f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to the First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement, dated July 1, 2000, between Registrant (on behalf of its Class A and Class C Shares) and A I M Distributors, Inc.(9)
- (g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to the First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement, dated July 1, 2000, between Registrant (on behalf of its Class A and Class C Shares) and A I M Distributors, Inc.( 9)
(2) - (a) First Amended and Restated Master Distribution
Agreement, dated December 31, 2000, between
Registrant (on behalf of its Class B Shares) and
A I M Distributors, Inc.(5)
- (b) Amendment No. 1, dated September 10, 2001, to the
First Amended and Restated Master Distribution
Agreement, dated December 31, 2000, between
Registrant (on behalf of its Class B Shares) and
A I M Distributors, Inc.(6)
- (c) Amendment No. 2, dated December 28, 2001, to the
First Amended and Restated Master Distribution
Agreement, dated December 31, 2000, between
Registrant (on behalf of its Class B Shares) and
A I M Distributors, Inc.(7)
- (d) Amendment No. 3, dated July 1, 2002, to the First
Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement,
dated December 31, 2000, between Registrant (on
behalf of its Class B Shares) and A I M Distributors,
Inc.(8)
- (e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to the
First Amended and Restated Master Distribution
Agreement, dated December 31, 2000, between
Registrant (on behalf of its Class B Shares) and
A I M Distributors, Inc.(9)
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- (f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to the First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement, dated December 31, 2000, between Registrant (on behalf of its Class B Shares) and A I M Distributors, Inc. (9)
- (g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to the First Amended and Restated Distribution Agreement, dated December 31, 2000, between Registrant (on behalf of its Class B Shares) and A I M Distributors, Inc. (9)
(3) - Form of Selected Dealer Agreement between A I M
Distributors, Inc. and selected dealers.(5)
(4) - Form of Bank Selling Group Agreement between A I M
Distributors, Inc. and banks.(3)
f(1) - Form of AIM Funds Director Deferred Compensation
Agreement for Registrant's Non-Affiliated Directors,
as amended, March 7, 2000, September 28, 2001 and
September 26, 2002.(9)
(2) - AIM Funds Retirement Plan for Eligible
Directors/Trustees, as restated October 1, 2001.(7)
g(1) - (a) Master Custodian Contract, dated May 1, 2000,
between Registrant and State Street Bank and Trust
Company.(5)
- (b) Amendment, dated May 1, 2000, to Master Custodian
Contract, dated May 1, 2000, between Registrant and
State Street Bank and Trust Company.(5)
- (c) Amendment, dated June 29, 2001, to Master
Custodian Contract, dated May 1, 2000, between
Registrant and State Street Bank and Trust
Company.(7)
- (d) Amendment, dated April 2, 2002, to Master
Custodian Contract, dated May 1, 2000, between
Registrant and State Street Bank and Trust
Company.(8)
(2) - (a) Subcustodian Agreement, dated September 9, 1994,
between Registrant, Texas Commerce Bank National
Association, State Street Bank and Trust Company and
A I M Fund Services, Inc.(6)
- (b) Amendment No. 1, dated October 2, 1998, to
Subcustodian Agreement, dated September 9, 1994,
between Registrant, Chase Bank of Texas, N.A.
(formerly Texas Commerce Bank), State Street Bank and
Trust Company and A I M Fund Services, Inc.(6)
- (c) Amendment No. 2, dated March 15, 2002, to
Subcustodian Agreement, dated September 9, 1994,
between Registrant, JP Morgan Chase Bank (formerly
Texas Commerce Bank, State Street Bank and Trust
Company and A I M Fund Services, Inc.(8)
(3) - Subcustodian Agreement, dated January 20, 1993,
between State Street Bank and Trust Company and The
Bank of New York.(7)
(4) - Foreign Assets Delegation Agreement, dated June 29,
2001, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.(7)
h(1) - (a) Transfer Agency and Service Agreement, dated
September 8, 1998, between Registrant and A I M Fund
Services, Inc.(2)
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- (b) Amendment No. 1, dated March 1, 1999, to Transfer Agency and Service Agreement, dated September 8, 1998, between Registrant and A I M Fund Services, Inc.(4)
- (c) Amendment No. 2, dated July 1, 1999, to Transfer Agency and Service Agreement, dated September 8, 1998, between Registrant and A I M Fund Services, Inc.(4)
- (d) Amendment No. 3, dated July 1, 1999, to Transfer Agency and Service Agreement, dated September 8, 1998, between Registrant and A I M Fund Services, Inc.(4)
- (e) Amendment No. 4, dated February 11, 2000, to Transfer Agency and Service Agreement, dated September 8, 1998, between Registrant and A I M Fund Services, Inc.(4)
- (f) Amendment No. 5, dated July 1, 2000, to the Transfer Agency and Service Agreement, dated September 8, 1998, between Registrant and A I M Fund Services, Inc.(5)
- (g) Amendment No. 6, dated March 4, 2002, to Transfer Agency and Service Agreement, dated September 8, 1998, between Registrant and A I M Fund Services, Inc.(8)
(2) - Preferred Registration Technology Escrow Agreement, dated September 10, 1997.(1)
(3) - (a) Master Administrative Services Agreement, dated
September 11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M
Advisors, Inc.(5)
- (b) Amendment No. 1, dated September 1, 2001, to the
Master Administrative Services Agreement, dated
September 11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M
Advisors, Inc.(6)
- (c) Amendment No. 2, dated December 28, 2001, to the
Master Administrative Services Agreement, dated
September 11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M
Advisors, Inc.(7)
- (d) Amendment No. 3, dated July 1, 2002, to the
Master Administrative Services Agreement, dated
September 11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M
Advisors, Inc.(8)
- (e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to the
Master Administrative Services Agreement, dated
September 11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M
Advisors, Inc.(9)
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- (f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to the Master Administrative Services Agreement, dated September 11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.(9)
- (g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to the Master Administrative Services Agreement, dated September 11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.(9)
(4) - Memorandum of Agreement, regarding securities
lending, dated September 1, 2000, between Registrant
(on behalf of all Funds) and A I M Advisors, Inc.(7)
(5) - Memorandum of Agreement, regarding expense
limitations, dated July 1, 2002, between Registrant
(on behalf of all Funds) and A I M Advisors, Inc.(9)
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(6) - Interfund Loan Agreement, dated September 18, 2001, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.(6)
i - Legal Opinion - None.
j(1) - Consent of Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll LLP.(9)
(2) - Consent of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP.(9)
k - Financial Statements - None.
l - Agreement Concerning Initial Capitalization of
Registrant's AIM Libra Fund, dated October 31,
2002.(9)
m(1) - (a) Second Amended and Restated Master Distribution
Plan of Registrant, effective as of July 1, 2000,
with respect to Class A and Class C Shares.(5)
- (b) Amendment No. 1, dated September 10, 2001, to
Registrant's Second Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class A and Class
C Shares.(6)
- (c) Amendment No. 2, dated December 28, 2001, to
Registrant's Second Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class A and Class
C Shares.(7)
- (d) Amendment No. 3, dated July 1, 2002, to
Registrant's Second Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class A and Class
C Shares.(8)
- (e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to
Registrant's Second Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class A and Class
C Shares.(9)
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- (f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to Registrant's Second Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class A and Class C Shares.(9)
- (g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to Registrant's Second Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class A and Class C Shares.(9)
(2) - (a) First Amended and Restated Master Distribution
Plan, effective as of December 31, 2000, with respect
to Class B Shares.(5)
- (b) Amendment No. 1, dated September 10, 2001, to
Registrant's First Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class B Shares.(6)
- (c) Amendment No. 2, dated December 28, 2001, to
Registrant's First Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class B Shares.(7)
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- (d) Amendment No. 3, dated July 1, 2002, to Registrant's First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class B Shares.(8)
- (e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to Registrant's First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class B Shares.(9)
- (f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to Registrant's First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class B Shares.(9)
- (g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to Registrant's First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class B Shares.(9)
(3) - Form of Shareholder Service Agreement to be used in
connection with Registrant's Master Distribution
Plan.(6)
(4) - Form of Bank Shareholder Service Agreement to be used
in connection with Registrant's Master Distribution
Plan.(6)
(5) - Form of Variable Group Annuity Contractholder Service
Agreement to be used in connection with Registrant's
Master Distribution Plan.(6)
(6) - Form of Agency Pricing Agreement to be used in
connection with Registrant's Master Distribution
Plan.(9)
(7) - Form of Service Agreement for Bank Trust Departments
and for Brokers for Bank Trust Departments to be used
in connection with Registrant's Master Distribution
Plan.(6)
(8) - Form of Shareholder Service Agreement for Shares of
the AIM Mutual Funds to be used in connection with
Registrant's Master Distribution Plan.(6)
n(1) - First Amended and Restated Multiple Class Plan of the
AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark--,
effective December 12, 2001, as amended and restated
March 4, 2002.(9)
(2) - Second Amended and Restated Multiple Class Plan of
The AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark--,
effective December 12, 2001, as amended and restated
October 31, 2002.(9)
o - Reserved.
p(1) - A I M Management Group Inc. Code of Ethics, adopted
May 1, 1981, as last amended September 27, 2002,
relating to A I M Management Group Inc. and A I M
Advisors, Inc. and its wholly owned and indirect
subsidiaries.(9)
(2) - Code of Ethics of Registrant, effective September 28,
2000.(5)
(3) - Code of Ethics of INVESCO Asset Management
Limited.(8)
----------
(1) Incorporated herein by reference to PEA No. 55, filed on
August 26, 1998.
(2) Incorporated herein by reference to PEA No. 56, filed on
December 30, 1998.
(3) Incorporated herein by reference to PEA No. 57, filed on
February 22, 1999.
(4) Incorporated herein by reference to PEA No. 58, filed on
February 24, 2000.
(5) Incorporated herein by reference to PEA No. 59, filed on
February 28, 2001.
(6) Incorporated herein by reference to PEA No. 60, filed on
October 12, 2001.
(7) Incorporated herein by reference to PEA No. 61, filed on
January 30, 2002.
(8) Incorporated herein by reference to PEA No. 62, filed on
August 14, 2002.
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(9) Filed herewith electronically.
Item 24. Persons Controlled by or Under Common Control With
the Fund
None.
Item 25. Indemnification
The Registrant's Amended and Restated Agreement and
Declaration of Trust, dated May 15, 2002, as amended,
provides, among other things (i) that trustees and officers of
the Registrant, when acting as such, shall not be personally
liable for any act, omission or obligation of the Registrant
or any trustee or officer (except for liabilities to the
Registrant or its shareholders by reason of willful
misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence or reckless disregard
of duty); (ii) for the indemnification by the Registrant of
the trustees, officers, employees and agents of the Registrant
to the fullest extent permitted by the Delaware Statutory
Trust Act and Bylaws and other applicable law; (iii) that
shareholders of the Registrant shall not be personally liable
for the debts, liabilities, obligations or expenses of the
Registrant or any portfolio or class; and (iv) for the
indemnification by the Registrant, out of the assets belonging
to the applicable portfolio, of shareholders and former
shareholders of the Registrant in case they are held
personally liable solely by reason of being or having been
shareholders of the Registrant or any portfolio or class and
not because of their acts or omissions or for some other
reason.
A I M Advisors, Inc. ("AIM"), the Registrant and other
investment companies managed by AIM and their respective
officers, trustees, directors and employees (the "Insured
Parties") are insured under a joint Mutual Fund and Investment
Advisory Professional and Directors and Officers Liability
Policy, issued by ICI Mutual Insurance Company, with a
$35,000,000 limit of liability.
Section 16 of the Master Investment Advisory Agreement between
the Registrant and AIM provides that in the absence of willful
misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence or reckless disregard
of obligations or duties hereunder on the part of AIM or any
of its officers, directors or employees, that AIM shall not be
subject to liability to the Registrant or to any series of the
Registrant, or to any shareholder of any series of the
Registrant for any act or omission in the course of, or
connected with, rendering services hereunder or for any losses
that may be sustained in the purchase, holding or sale of any
security. Any liability of AIM to any series of the Registrant
shall not automatically impart liability on the part of AIM to
any other series of the Registrant. No series of the
Registrant shall be liable for the obligations of any other
series of the Registrant.
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Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act of 1933 (the "Act") may be permitted to trustees, officers and controlling persons of the Registrant pursuant to the foregoing provisions or otherwise, the Registrant has been advised that in the opinion of the Securities and Exchange Commission such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Act and is therefore, unenforceable. In the event that a claim for indemnification against such liabilities (other than the payment by the Registrant of expenses incurred or paid by a trustee, officer or controlling person of the Registrant in connection with the successful defense of any action suit or proceeding) is asserted by such trustee, officer or controlling person in connection with the shares being registered, the Registrant will, unless in the opinion of its counsel the matter has been settled by controlling precedent, submit to a court of appropriate jurisdiction the question whether such indemnification by it is against public policy, as expressed in the Act and be governed by final adjudication of such issue.
Section 7 of the Master Intergroup Sub-Advisory Contract for Mutual Funds between AIM and INVESCO Asset Management Limited (the "Sub-Advisory Contract") provides that the Sub-advisor shall not be liable for any costs or liabilities arising from any error of judgment or mistake of law or any loss suffered by any series of the Registrant or the Registrant in connection with the matters to which the Sub-Advisory Contract relates except a loss resulting from willful misfeasance, bad faith or gross negligence on the part of the Sub-advisor in the performance by the Sub-advisor of its duties or from reckless disregard by the Sub-advisor of its obligations and duties under the Sub-Advisory Contract.
Item 26. Business and Other Connections of Investment Advisor
The only employment of a substantial nature of the Advisor's
directors and officers is with the Advisor and its affiliated
companies. Reference is also made to the caption "Fund
Management - The Advisor" of the Prospectus which comprises
Part A of the Registration Statement, and to the caption
"Management of the Trust" of the Statement of Additional
Information which comprises Part B of the Registration
Statement, and to Item 27(b) of this Part C.
Item 27. Principal Underwriters
(a) A I M Distributors, Inc., the Registrant's principal
underwriter, also acts as a principal underwriter to the
following investment companies:
AIM Advisor Funds
AIM Equity Funds
AIM Floating Rate Fund
AIM Funds Group
AIM Growth Series
AIM International Funds, Inc.
AIM Investment Securities Funds
AIM Select Real Estate Income Fund
AIM Series Trust
AIM Special Opportunities Funds
AIM Summit Fund
AIM Tax-Exempt Funds
AIM Variable Insurance Funds
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b)
Name and Principal Position and Officers with Positions and Offices
Business Address* Underwriter with Registrant
------------------ -------------------------- ---------------------
Mark H. Williamson Director Trustee
Michael J. Cemo Chairman, President, Chief Executive None
Officer & Director
Gary T. Crum Director Senior Vice President
Gene L. Needles Executive Vice President None
James L. Salners Executive Vice President None
John S. Cooper Senior Vice President None
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Name and Principal Position and Officers with Positions and Offices
Business Address* Underwriter with Registrant
------------------ -------------------------- ---------------------
Marilyn M. Miller Senior Vice President None
Leslie A. Schmidt Senior Vice President None
James E. Stueve Senior Vice President None
Stephen H. Bitteker First Vice President None
Glenda A. Dayton First Vice President None
Gary K. Wendler First Vice President None
Mary A. Corcoran Vice President None
Sidney M. Dilgren Vice President None
Tony D. Green Vice President None
Dawn M. Hawley Vice President & Treasurer None
Ofelia M. Mayo Vice President, General Counsel & Assistant Secretary
Assistant Secretary
Kim T. McAuliffe Vice President None
Carol F. Relihan Vice President Senior Vice President & Secretary
Linda L. Warriner Vice President None
Rebecca Starling-Klatt Assistant Vice President & Chief None
Compliance Officer
Kathleen J. Pflueger Secretary Assistant Secretary
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* 11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77046-1173
(c) None.
Item 28. Location of Accounts and Records
A I M Advisors, Inc., 11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100, Houston,
Texas 77046-1173, will maintain physical possession of each
such account, book or other document of the Registrant at its
principal executive offices, except for those maintained by
the Registrant's Custodian, State Street Bank and Trust
Company, 225 Franklin Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110, and
the Registrant's Transfer Agent and Dividend Paying Agent,
A I M Fund Services, Inc., P.O. Box 4739, Houston, Texas
77210-4739.
Item 29. Management Services
None.
Item 30. Undertakings
Not applicable.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Registrant certifies that it meets all of the requirements for effectiveness of this Registration Statement pursuant to Rule 485(b) under the Securities Act of 1933 and has duly caused this Amendment to its Registration Statement to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized, in the city of Houston, Texas on the 20th day of February, 2003.
REGISTRANT: AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
------------------------------
Robert H. Graham, President
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, this Amendment to the Registration Statement has been signed below by the following persons in the capacities and on the dates indicated:
SIGNATURES TITLE DATE
---------- ----- ----
/s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM Chairman, Trustee & President February 20, 2003
------------------------ (Principal Executive Officer)
(Robert H. Graham)
/s/ FRANK S. BAYLEY Trustee February 20, 2003
------------------------
(Frank S. Bayley)
/s/ BRUCE L. CROCKETT Trustee February 20, 2003
------------------------
(Bruce L. Crockett)
/s/ ALBERT R. DOWDEN Trustee February 20, 2003
------------------------
(Albert R. Dowden)
/s/ EDWARD K. DUNN, JR. Trustee February 20, 2003
------------------------
(Edward K. Dunn, Jr.)
/s/ JACK M. FIELDS Trustee February 20, 2003
------------------------
(Jack M. Fields)
/s/ CARL FRISCHLING Trustee February 20, 2003
------------------------
(Carl Frischling)
/s/ PREMA MATHAI-DAVIS Trustee February 20, 2003
------------------------
(Prema Mathai-Davis)
/s/ LEWIS F. PENNOCK Trustee February 20, 2003
------------------------
(Lewis F. Pennock)
/s/ RUTH H. QUIGLEY Trustee February 20, 2003
------------------------
(Ruth H. Quigley)
/s/ LOUIS S. SKLAR Trustee February 20, 2003
------------------------
(Louis S. Sklar)
/s/ MARK H. WILLIAMSON Trustee February 20, 2003
------------------------
(Mark H. Williamson)
/s/ DANA R. SUTTON Vice President & Treasurer February 20, 2003
------------------------ (Principal Financial and
(Dana R. Sutton) Accounting Officer)
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INDEX
Exhibit
Number Description
------- -----------
a(1)(d) Amendment No. 3, dated September 23, 2002, to Amended
and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust of
Registrant
a(1)(e) Amendment No. 4, dated February 6, 2003, to Amended and
Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust of
Registrant
d(1)(e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to the
Master Investment Advisory Agreement, dated September
11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.
d(1)(f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to the Master
Investment Advisory Agreement, dated September 11,
2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.
d(1)(g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to the Master
Investment Advisory Agreement, dated September 11,
2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.
e(1)(e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to the First
Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement,
dated July 1, 2000, between Registrant (on behalf of
its Class A and Class C Shares) and A I M Distributors,
Inc.
e(1)(f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to the First
Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement,
dated July 1, 2000, between Registrant (on behalf of
its Class A and Class C Shares) and A I M Distributors,
Inc.
e(1)(g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to the First
Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement,
dated July 1, 2000, between Registrant (on behalf of
its Class A and Class C Shares) and A I M Distributors,
Inc.
e(2)(e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to the First
Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement,
dated December 31, 2000, between Registrant (on behalf
of its Class B Shares) and A I M Distributors, Inc.
e(2)(f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to the First
Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement,
dated December 31, 2000, between Registrant (on behalf
of its Class B Shares) and A I M Distributors, Inc.
e(2)(g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to the First
Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement,
dated December 31, 2000, between Registrant (on behalf
of its Class B Shares) and A I M Distributors, Inc.
f(1) Form of AIM Funds Director Deferred Compensation
Agreement for Registrant's Non-Affiliated Directors, as
amended, March 7, 2000, September 28, 2001 and
September 26, 2002
h(3)(e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to the
Master Administrative Services Agreement, dated
September 11, 2000, between Registrant and A I M
Advisors, Inc.
h(3)(f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to the Master
Administrative Services Agreement, dated September 11,
2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.
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Exhibit
Number Description
------- -----------
h(3)(g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to the Master
Administrative Services Agreement, dated September 11,
2000, between Registrant and A I M Advisors, Inc.
h(5) Memorandum of Agreement, regarding expense limitations,
dated July 1, 2002, between Registrant (on behalf of
all Funds) and A I M Advisors, Inc
j(1) Consent of Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll LLP
j(2) Consent of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
l Agreement Concerning Initial Capitalization of
Registrant's AIM Libra Fund, dated October 31, 2002
m(1)(e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to
Registrant's Second Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class A and Class C
Shares
m(1)(f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to
Registrant's Second Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class A and Class C
Shares
m(1)(g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to
Registrant's Second Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class A and Class C
Shares
m(2)(e) Amendment No. 4, dated September 23, 2002, to
Registrant's First Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class B Shares
m(2)(f) Amendment No. 5, dated November 1, 2002, to
Registrant's First Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class B Shares
m(2)(g) Amendment No. 6, dated February 28, 2003, to
Registrant's First Amended and Restated Master
Distribution Plan on behalf of its Class B Shares
m(6) Form of Agency Pricing Agreement to be used in
connection with Registrant's Master Distribution Plan
n(1) First Amended and Restated Multiple Class Plan of the
AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark--, effective
December 12, 2001, as amended and restated March 4,
2002
n(2) Second Amended and Restated Multiple Class Plan of the
AIM Family of Funds--Registered Trademark--, effective
December 12, 2001, as amended and restated October 31,
2002
p(1) A I M Management Group Inc. Code of Ethics, adopted May
1, 1981, as last amended September 27, 2002, relating
to A I M Management Group Inc. and A I M Advisors, Inc.
and its wholly owned and indirect subsidiaries
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EXHIBIT a(1)(d)
AMENDMENT NO. 3
TO
AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF TRUST
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
This Amendment No. 3 to the Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust of AIM Investment Funds (this "Amendment") amends, effective as of September 23, 2002, the Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust of AIM Investment Funds (the "Trust") dated as of May 15, 2002 (the "Agreement").
Under Section 9.7 of the Agreement, this Amendment may be executed by a duly authorized officer of the Trust.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Agreement is hereby amended as follows:
1. Schedule A of the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"SCHEDULE A
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
PORTFOLIOS AND CLASSES THEREOF
PORTFOLIO CLASSES OF EACH PORTFOLIO
--------- -------------------------
AIM Developing Markets Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares
AIM Global Biotech Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares
AIM Global Energy Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares
AIM Global Financial Services Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares
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PORTFOLIO CLASSES OF EACH PORTFOLIO
--------- -------------------------
AIM Global Health Care Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares
AIM Global Science and Class A Shares
Technology Fund Class B Shares
Class C Shares
AIM Libra Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares
AIM Strategic Income Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares"
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2. All references in the Agreement to "this Agreement" shall mean the Agreement as amended by this Amendment.
3. Except as specifically amended by this Amendment, the Agreement is hereby confirmed and remains in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned, a duly authorized officer of the Trust, has executed this Amendment as of September 23, 2002.
By: /s/ CAROL F. RELIHAN
-------------------------------------
Name: Carol F. Relihan
Title: Senior Vice President
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EXHIBIT a(1)(e)
AMENDMENT NO. 4
TO
AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF TRUST
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
This Amendment No. 4 to the Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust of AIM Investment Funds (this "Amendment") amends, effective as of February 28, 2003, the Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust of AIM Investment Funds (the "Trust") dated as of May 15, 2002 (the "Agreement").
Under Section 9.7 of the Agreement, this Amendment may be executed by a duly authorized officer of the Trust.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Agreement is hereby amended as follows:
1. Schedule A of the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"SCHEDULE A
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
PORTFOLIOS AND CLASSES THEREOF
PORTFOLIO CLASSES OF EACH PORTFOLIO
--------- -------------------------
AIM Developing Markets Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares
AIM Global Energy Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares
AIM Global Financial Services Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares
AIM Global Health Care Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares
AIM Global Science and Class A Shares
Technology Fund Class B Shares
Class C Shares
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PORTFOLIO CLASSES OF EACH PORTFOLIO
--------- -------------------------
AIM Libra Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares
AIM Strategic Income Fund Class A Shares
Class B Shares
Class C Shares"
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2. All references in the Agreement to "this Agreement" shall mean the Agreement as amended by this Amendment.
3. Except as specifically amended by this Amendment, the Agreement is hereby confirmed and remains in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned, a duly authorized officer of the Trust, has executed this Amendment as of February 6, 2003.
By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
-----------------------------------------
Name: Robert H. Graham
Title: President
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EXHIBIT d(1)(e)
AMENDMENT NO. 4
TO
MASTER INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT
This Amendment dated as of September 23, 2002, amends the Master Investment Advisory Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated September 11, 2000, between AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, and A I M Advisors, Inc., a Delaware corporation.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the Agreement to delete a portfolio, AIM Global Infrastructure Fund;
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows;
1. Appendix A and Appendix B to the Agreement are hereby deleted in their entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
FUNDS AND EFFECTIVE DATES
NAME OF FUND EFFECTIVE DATE OF ADVISORY AGREEMENT ------------ ------------------------------------ AIM Developing Markets Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Biotech Fund December 31, 2001 AIM Global Energy Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Financial Services Fund September 11, 2000 AIM Global Health Care Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Science and Technology Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Strategic Income Fund September 1, 2001 |
APPENDIX B
COMPENSATION TO THE ADVISOR
The Trust shall pay the Advisor, out of the assets of a Fund, as full compensation for all services rendered, an advisory fee for such Fund set forth below. Such fee shall be calculated by applying the following annual rates to the average daily net assets of such Fund for the calendar year computed in the manner used for the determination of the net asset value of shares of such Fund.
AIM GLOBAL BIOTECH FUND
NET ASSETS ANNUAL RATE ---------- ----------- First $1 billion..................................................................................... 1.00% On amounts thereafter................................................................................ 0.95% |
AIM DEVELOPING MARKETS FUND
AIM GLOBAL ENERGY FUND
AIM GLOBAL FINANCIAL SERVICES FUND
AIM GLOBAL HEALTH CARE FUND
AIM GLOBAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FUND
NET ASSETS ANNUAL RATE ---------- ----------- First $500 million................................................................................... 0.975% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.95% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.925% On amounts thereafter................................................................................ 0.90% |
AIM STRATEGIC INCOME FUND
NET ASSETS ANNUAL RATE ---------- ----------- First $500 million................................................................................... 0.725% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.70% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.675% On amounts thereafter................................................................................ 0.65%" |
2. In all other respects, the Agreement is hereby confirmed and remains in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed by their respective officers on the date first written above.
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
-------------------------------- --------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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(SEAL)
A I M ADVISORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
-------------------------------- --------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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(SEAL)
EXHIBIT d(1)(f)
AMENDMENT NO. 5
TO
MASTER INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT
This Amendment dated as of November 1, 2002, amends the Master Investment Advisory Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated September 11, 2000, between AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, and A I M Advisors, Inc., a Delaware corporation.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the Agreement to reflect the addition of AIM Libra Fund to the Agreement;
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows;
1. Appendix A and Appendix B to the Agreement are hereby deleted in their entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
FUNDS AND EFFECTIVE DATES
NAME OF FUND EFFECTIVE DATE OF ADVISORY AGREEMENT ------------ ------------------------------------ AIM Developing Markets Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Biotech Fund December 31, 2001 AIM Global Energy Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Financial Services Fund September 11, 2000 AIM Global Health Care Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Science and Technology Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Libra Fund November 1, 2002 AIM Strategic Income Fund September 1, 2001 |
APPENDIX B
COMPENSATION TO THE ADVISOR
The Trust shall pay the Advisor, out of the assets of a Fund, as full compensation for all services rendered, an advisory fee for such Fund set forth below. Such fee shall be calculated by applying the following annual rates to the average daily net assets of such Fund for the calendar year computed in the manner used for the determination of the net asset value of shares of such Fund.
AIM GLOBAL BIOTECH FUND
NET ASSETS ANNUAL RATE ---------- ----------- First $1 billion..................................................................................... 1.00% On amounts thereafter................................................................................ 0.95% |
AIM LIBRA FUND
NET ASSETS ANNUAL RATE ---------- ----------- First $1 billion..................................................................................... 0.85% On amounts thereafter................................................................................ 0.80% |
AIM DEVELOPING MARKETS FUND
AIM GLOBAL ENERGY FUND
AIM GLOBAL FINANCIAL SERVICES FUND
AIM GLOBAL HEALTH CARE FUND
AIM GLOBAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FUND
NET ASSETS ANNUAL RATE ---------- ----------- First $500 million................................................................................... 0.975% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.95% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.925% On amounts thereafter................................................................................ 0.90% |
AIM STRATEGIC INCOME FUND
NET ASSETS ANNUAL RATE ---------- ----------- First $500 million................................................................................... 0.725% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.70% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.675% On amounts thereafter................................................................................ 0.65%" |
2. In all other respects, the Agreement is hereby confirmed and remains in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed by their respective officers on the date first written above.
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
-------------------------------- --------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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(SEAL)
A I M ADVISORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
-------------------------------- --------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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(SEAL)
EXHIBIT d(1)(g)
AMENDMENT NO. 6
TO
MASTER INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT
This Amendment dated as of February 28, 2003, amends the Master Investment Advisory Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated September 11, 2000, between AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, and A I M Advisors, Inc., a Delaware corporation.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the Agreement to delete a portfolio AIM Global Biotech Fund from the Agreement;
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows;
1. Appendix A and Appendix B to the Agreement are hereby deleted in their entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
FUNDS AND EFFECTIVE DATES
NAME OF FUND EFFECTIVE DATE OF ADVISORY AGREEMENT ------------ ------------------------------------ AIM Developing Markets Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Energy Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Financial Services Fund September 11, 2000 AIM Global Health Care Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Science and Technology Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Libra Fund November 1, 2002 AIM Strategic Income Fund September 1, 2001 |
APPENDIX B
COMPENSATION TO THE ADVISOR
The Trust shall pay the Advisor, out of the assets of a Fund, as full compensation for all services rendered, an advisory fee for such Fund set forth below. Such fee shall be calculated by applying the following annual rates to the average daily net assets of such Fund for the calendar year computed in the manner used for the determination of the net asset value of shares of such Fund.
AIM LIBRA FUND
NET ASSETS ANNUAL RATE ---------- ----------- First $1 billion..................................................................................... 0.85% On amounts thereafter................................................................................ 0.80% |
AIM DEVELOPING MARKETS FUND
AIM GLOBAL ENERGY FUND
AIM GLOBAL FINANCIAL SERVICES FUND
AIM GLOBAL HEALTH CARE FUND
AIM GLOBAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FUND
NET ASSETS ANNUAL RATE ---------- ----------- First $500 million................................................................................... 0.975% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.95% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.925% On amounts thereafter................................................................................ 0.90% |
AIM STRATEGIC INCOME FUND
NET ASSETS ANNUAL RATE ---------- ----------- First $500 million................................................................................... 0.725% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.70% Next $500 million.................................................................................... 0.675% On amounts thereafter................................................................................ 0.65%" |
2. In all other respects, the Agreement is hereby confirmed and remains in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed by their respective officers on the date first written above.
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ LISA A. MOSS By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
-------------------------------- --------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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(SEAL)
A I M ADVISORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ LISA A. MOSS By: /s/ MARK H. WILLIAMSON
-------------------------------- --------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Mark H. Williamson
President
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(SEAL)
EXHIBIT e(1)(e)
AMENDMENT NO. 4
TO THE FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
(APPLICABLE TO CLASS A AND CLASS C SHARES)
The First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated July 1, 2000, by and between AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, and A I M Distributors, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is hereby amended as follows:
Appendix A to the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
TO
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
CLASS A SHARES
AIM Developing Markets Fund
AIM Global Biotech Fund
AIM Global Energy Fund
AIM Global Financial Services Fund
AIM Global Health Care Fund
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund
AIM Strategic Income Fund
CLASS C SHARES
AIM Developing Markets Fund
AIM Global Biotech Fund
AIM Global Energy Fund
AIM Global Financial Services Fund
AIM Global Health Care Fund
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund
AIM Strategic Income Fund"
All other terms and provisions of the Agreement not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: September 23, 2002
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
-------------------------------- --------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
A I M DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ MICHAEL J. CEMO
-------------------------------- --------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Michael J. Cemo
President
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EXHIBIT e(1)(f)
AMENDMENT NO. 5
TO THE FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
(APPLICABLE TO CLASS A AND CLASS C SHARES)
The First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated July 1, 2000, by and between AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, and A I M Distributors, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is hereby amended as follows:
Appendix A to the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
TO
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
CLASS A SHARES
AIM Developing Markets Fund
AIM Global Biotech Fund
AIM Global Energy Fund
AIM Global Financial Services Fund
AIM Global Health Care Fund
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund
AIM Libra Fund
AIM Strategic Income Fund
CLASS C SHARES
AIM Developing Markets Fund
AIM Global Biotech Fund
AIM Global Energy Fund
AIM Global Financial Services Fund
AIM Global Health Care Fund
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund
AIM Libra Fund
AIM Strategic Income Fund"
All other terms and provisions of the Agreement not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: November 1, 2002
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
--------------------------- ---------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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A I M DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ MICHAEL J. CEMO
--------------------------- ---------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Michael J. Cemo
President
|
EXHIBIT e(1)(g)
AMENDMENT NO. 6
TO THE FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
(APPLICABLE TO CLASS A AND CLASS C SHARES)
The First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated July 1, 2000, by and between AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, and A I M Distributors, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is hereby amended as follows:
Appendix A to the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
TO
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
CLASS A SHARES
AIM Developing Markets Fund
AIM Global Energy Fund
AIM Global Financial Services Fund
AIM Global Health Care Fund
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund
AIM Libra Fund
AIM Strategic Income Fund
CLASS C SHARES
AIM Developing Markets Fund
AIM Global Energy Fund
AIM Global Financial Services Fund
AIM Global Health Care Fund
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund
AIM Libra Fund
AIM Strategic Income Fund"
All other terms and provisions of the Agreement not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: February 28, 2003
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ LISA A. MOSS By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
----------------------------- -------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
A I M DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ LISA A. MOSS By: /s/ MICHAEL J. CEMO
----------------------------- -------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Michael J. Cemo
President
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EXHIBIT e(2)(e)
AMENDMENT NO. 4
TO
FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
(CLASS B SHARES)
The First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated December 31, 2000, by and between AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, and A I M Distributors, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is hereby amended as follows:
Schedule A to the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"SCHEDULE A
TO
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
CLASS B SHARES
AIM Developing Markets Fund
AIM Global Biotech Fund
AIM Global Energy Fund
AIM Global Financial Services Fund
AIM Global Health Care Fund
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund
AIM Strategic Income Fund"
All other terms and provisions of the Agreement not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: September 23, 2002
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ P. Michelle Grace By: /s/ Robert H. Graham
---------------------- ----------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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A I M DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ P. Michelle Grace By: /s/ Michael J. Cemo
---------------------- ----------------------
Assistant Secretary Michael J. Cemo
President
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EXHIBIT e(2)(f)
AMENDMENT NO. 5
TO
FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
(CLASS B SHARES)
The First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated December 31, 2000, by and between AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, and A I M Distributors, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is hereby amended as follows:
Schedule A to the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"SCHEDULE A
TO
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
CLASS B SHARES
AIM Developing Markets Fund
AIM Global Biotech Fund
AIM Global Energy Fund
AIM Global Financial Services Fund
AIM Global Health Care Fund
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund
AIM Libra Fund
AIM Strategic Income Fund"
All other terms and provisions of the Agreement not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: November 1, 2002
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
A I M DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ MICHAEL J. CEMO
------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Michael J. Cemo
President
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EXHIBIT e(2)(g)
AMENDMENT NO. 6
TO
FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
(CLASS B SHARES)
The First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated December 31, 2000, by and between AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, and A I M Distributors, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is hereby amended as follows:
Schedule A to the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"SCHEDULE A
TO
MASTER DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
CLASS B SHARES
AIM Developing Markets Fund
AIM Global Energy Fund
AIM Global Financial Services Fund
AIM Global Health Care Fund
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund
AIM Libra Fund
AIM Strategic Income Fund"
All other terms and provisions of the Agreement not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: February 28, 2003
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ LISA A. MOSS By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
A I M DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ LISA A. MOSS By: /s/ MICHAEL J. CEMO
------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Michael J. Cemo
President
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EXHIBIT f(1)
AIM FUNDS
DIRECTOR DEFERRED COMPENSATION AGREEMENT
As Amended March 7, 2000, September 28, 2001 and September 26, 2002
EXHIBIT h(3)(e)
AMENDMENT NO. 4
MASTER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT
The Master Administrative Services Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated September 11, 2000, by and between A I M Advisors, Inc., a Delaware corporation, and AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, is hereby amended as follows:
Appendix A of the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
TO
MASTER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
PORTFOLIOS EFFECTIVE DATE OF AGREEMENT ---------- --------------------------- AIM Developing Markets Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Biotech Fund December 31, 2001 AIM Global Energy Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Financial Services Fund September 11, 2000 AIM Global Health Care Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Science and Technology Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Strategic Income Fund September 1, 2001" |
All other terms and provisions of the Agreement not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: September 23, 2002
A I M ADVISORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
--------------------------- ---------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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(SEAL)
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
--------------------------- ---------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
|
(SEAL)
EXHIBIT h(3)(f)
AMENDMENT NO. 5
MASTER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT
The Master Administrative Services Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated September 11, 2000, by and between A I M Advisors, Inc., a Delaware corporation, and AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, is hereby amended as follows:
Appendix A of the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
TO
MASTER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
PORTFOLIOS EFFECTIVE DATE OF AGREEMENT ---------- --------------------------- AIM Developing Markets Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Biotech Fund December 31, 2001 AIM Global Energy Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Financial Services Fund September 11, 2000 AIM Global Health Care Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Science and Technology Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Libra Fund November 1, 2002 AIM Strategic Income Fund September 1, 2001" |
All other terms and provisions of the Agreement not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: November 1, 2002
A I M ADVISORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
------------------------------ ---------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
|
(SEAL)
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
------------------------------ ---------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
|
(SEAL)
EXHIBIT h(3)(g)
AMENDMENT NO. 6
MASTER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT
The Master Administrative Services Agreement (the "Agreement"), dated September 11, 2000, by and between A I M Advisors, Inc., a Delaware corporation, and AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, is hereby amended as follows:
Appendix A of the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
TO
MASTER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
PORTFOLIOS EFFECTIVE DATE OF AGREEMENT ---------- --------------------------- AIM Developing Markets Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Energy Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Financial Services Fund September 11, 2000 AIM Global Health Care Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Global Science and Technology Fund September 1, 2001 AIM Libra Fund November 1, 2002 AIM Strategic Income Fund September 1, 2001" |
All other terms and provisions of the Agreement not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: February 28, 2003
A I M ADVISORS, INC.
Attest: /s/ LISA A. MOSS By: /s/ MARK H. WILLIAMSON
------------------------------ ---------------------------
Assistant Secretary Mark H. Williamson
President
(SEAL)
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
Attest: /s/ LISA A. MOSS By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
-------------------------------- ----------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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(SEAL)
EXHIBIT h(5)
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
This Memorandum of Agreement is entered into as of this 1st day of July, 2002, between AIM Investment Funds (the "Trust"), on behalf of the funds listed on Exhibit "A" to this Memorandum of Agreement (the "Funds"), and A I M Advisors, Inc. ("AIM").
For and in consideration of the mutual terms and agreements set forth herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the Trust and AIM agree as follows:
The Trust and AIM agree until the date set forth on the attached Exhibit "A" that AIM will waive its fees or reimburse expenses to the extent that the expenses (excluding interest, taxes, dividend expense on short sales, extraordinary items and increases in expenses due to expense offset arrangements, if any) of a class of a Fund exceed the rate set forth on Exhibit "A" of the average daily net assets allocable to such class. Neither the Trust nor AIM may remove or amend the expense limitations to the Trust's detriment prior to the date set forth on Exhibit "A." AIM will not have any right to reimbursement of any amount so waived or reimbursed.
The Trust and AIM agree to review the then-current expense limitations for each class of each Fund listed on Exhibit "A" on a date prior to the date listed on that Exhibit to determine whether such limitations should be amended, continued or terminated. Unless the Trust, by vote of its Board of Trustees, or AIM terminates the limitations, or the Trust and AIM are unable to reach an agreement on the amount of the limitations to which the Trust and AIM desire to be bound, the limitations will continue for additional one-year terms at the rate to which the Trust and AIM mutually agree. Exhibit "A" will be amended to reflect that rate and the new date through which the Trust and AIM agree to be bound.
It is expressly agreed that the obligations of the Trust hereunder shall not be binding upon any of the Trustees, shareholders, nominees, officers, agents or employees of the Trust personally, but shall only bind the assets and property of the Funds, as provided in the Trust's Agreement and Declaration of Trust. The execution and delivery of this Memorandum of Agreement have been authorized by the Trustees of the Trust, and this Memorandum of Agreement has been executed and delivered by an authorized officer of the Trust acting as such; neither such authorization by such Trustees nor such execution and delivery by such officer shall be deemed to have been made by any of them individually or to impose any liability on any of them personally, but shall bind only the assets and property of the Funds, as provided in the Trust's Agreement and Declaration of Trust.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Trust and AIM have entered into this Memorandum of Agreement as of the date first above written.
AIM Investment Funds, on behalf of each Fund listed in Exhibit "A" to this Memorandum of Agreement
By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
--------------------------------------
Title: President
--------------------------------------
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A I M Advisors, Inc.
By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
--------------------------------------
Title: President
--------------------------------------
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EXHIBIT "A"
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
FUND EXPENSE LIMITATION COMMITTED UNTIL
---- ------------------ ---------------
AIM Developing Markets Fund
Class A 2.00% June 30, 2003
Class B (See Note 1 below) June 30, 2003
Class C (See Note 1 below) June 30, 2003
AIM Global Energy Fund
Class A 2.00% June 30, 2003
Class B 2.50% June 30, 2003
Class C 2.50% June 30, 2003
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund
Class A 2.00% June 30, 2003
Class B 2.50% June 30, 2003
Class C 2.50% June 30, 2003
AIM Strategic Income Fund
Class A 1.50% June 30, 2003
Class B (See Note 2 below) June 30, 2003
Class C (See Note 2 below) June 30, 2003
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NOTE 1: The amount equal to Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses (as calculated
in the fund's financial statements less expense exclusions listed in
the Memorandum of Agreement) less the basis point amounts necessary to
limit Class A shares' Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses to 2.00%.
NOTE 2: The amount equal to Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses (as calculated
in the fund's financial statements less expense exclusions listed in
the Memorandum of Agreement) less the basis point amounts necessary to
limit Class A shares' Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses to 1.50%.
EXHIBIT j(1)
CONSENT OF COUNSEL
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
We hereby consent to the use of our name and to the reference to our firm under the caption "Investment Advisory and Other Services - Other Service Providers - Counsel to the Trust" in the Statement of Additional Information for AIM Developing Markets Fund, AIM Libra Fund, AIM Global Energy Fund, AIM Global Financial Services Fund, AIM Global Health Care Fund, AIM Infrastructure Fund, AIM Global Science and Technology Fund and AIM Strategic Income Fund which are included in Post-Effective Amendment No. 63 to the Registration Statement under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (No. 33-19338), and Amendment No. 64 to the Registration Statement under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (No. 811-05426), on Form N-1A of AIM Investment Funds.
/s/ Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll, LLP
------------------------------------------
Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll, LLP
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
February 19, 2003
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EXHIBIT j(2)
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS
We hereby consent to the use in this Registration Statement on Form N-1A of our reports dated December 12, 2002, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights of AIM Investment Funds, which appear in such Registration Statement. We also consent to the references to us under the headings "Financial Highlights" and "Other Service Providers" in such Registration Statement.
/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Houston, Texas February 20, 2003 |
EXHIBIT l
[AIM LOGO APPEARS HERE]
--Service Mark--
11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100
Houston, TX 77046-1173
713-626-1919
A I M Advisors, Inc.
October 31, 2002
Board of Trustees
AIM Investment Funds
11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 100
Houston, Texas 77046-1173
Re: Initial Capital Investment in a New Portfolio of AIM Investment Funds (the "Fund")
Ladies and Gentlemen:
We are purchasing shares of the Fund for the purpose of providing initial investment for a new investment portfolio of the Fund. The purpose of this letter is to set out our understanding of the conditions of and our promises and representations concerning this investment.
We hereby agree to purchase shares equal to the following dollar amount for the portfolio:
FUND AMOUNT DATE
---- ------ ----
AIM Libra Fund - Class A Shares $10.00 October 31, 2002
AIM Libra Fund - Class B Shares $10.00 October 31, 2002
AIM Libra Fund - Class C Shares $10.00 October 31, 2002
AIM Libra Fund - Class A Shares $400,000 November 1, 2002
AIM Libra Fund - Class B Shares $300,000 November 1, 2002
AIM Libra Fund - Class C Shares $300,000 November 1, 2002
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We understand that the initial net asset value per share for the portfolio named above will be $10.
We hereby represent that we are purchasing these shares solely for our own account and solely for investment purposes without any intent of distributing or reselling said shares. We further represent that disposition of said shares will only be by direct redemption to or repurchase by the Fund.
[AIM LOGO APPEARS HERE]
Service Mark
We further agree to provide the Fund with at least three days' advance written notice of any intended redemption and agree that we will work with the Fund with respect to the amount of such redemption so as not to place a burden on the Fund and to facilitate normal portfolio management of the Fund.
Sincerely yours,
A I M ADVISORS, INC.
/s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM -------------------- Robert H. Graham President |
cc: Mark Gregson
David Hessel
Gary Trappe
EXHIBIT m(1)(e)
AMENDMENT NO. 4
TO THE
SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
The Second Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan (the "Plan"), dated as of July 1, 2000, pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, is hereby amended as follows:
Schedule A of the Plan is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
TO
SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(CLASS A SHARES AND CLASS C SHARES)
(DISTRIBUTION FEE)
The Fund shall pay the Distributor as full compensation for all services rendered and all facilities furnished under the Distribution Plan for each Portfolio as designated below, a Distribution Fee* determined by applying the annual rate set forth below as to each Portfolio (or Class thereof) to the average daily net assets of the Portfolio (or Class thereof) for the plan year, computed in a manner used for the determination of the offering price of shares of the Portfolio (or Class thereof).
MINIMUM
ASSET
FUND BASED MAXIMUM MAXIMUM
SALES SERVICE AGGREGATE
CLASS A SHARES CHARGE FEE FEE
-------------- ------- ------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Biotech Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Health Care Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Strategic Income Fund 0.10% 0.25% 0.35%
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* The Distribution Fee is payable apart from the sales charge, if any, as stated in the current prospectus for the applicable Portfolio (or Class thereof)."
MINIMUM
ASSET
FUND BASED MAXIMUM MAXIMUM
SALES SERVICE AGGREGATE
CLASS C SHARES CHARGE FEE FEE
-------------- ------- ------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Biotech Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Health Care Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Strategic Income Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
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All other terms and provisions of the Plan not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: September 23, 2002
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(on behalf of its Class A and Class C Shares)
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
---------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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EXHIBIT m(1)(f)
AMENDMENT NO. 5
TO THE
SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
The Second Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan (the "Plan"), dated as of July 1, 2000, pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, is hereby amended as follows:
Schedule A of the Plan is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
TO
SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(CLASS A SHARES AND CLASS C SHARES)
(DISTRIBUTION FEE)
The Fund shall pay the Distributor as full compensation for all services rendered and all facilities furnished under the Distribution Plan for each Portfolio as designated below, a Distribution Fee* determined by applying the annual rate set forth below as to each Portfolio (or Class thereof) to the average daily net assets of the Portfolio (or Class thereof) for the plan year, computed in a manner used for the determination of the offering price of shares of the Portfolio (or Class thereof).
MINIMUM
ASSET
FUND BASED MAXIMUM MAXIMUM
SALES SERVICE AGGREGATE
CLASS A SHARES CHARGE FEE FEE
-------------- ------- ------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Biotech Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Health Care Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Libra Fund 0.10% 0.25% 0.35%
AIM Strategic Income Fund 0.10% 0.25% 0.35%
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* The Distribution Fee is payable apart from the sales charge, if any, as stated in the current prospectus for the applicable Portfolio (or Class thereof)."
MAXIMUM
ASSET
BASED MAXIMUM MAXIMUM
SALES SERVICE AGGREGATE
CLASS C SHARES CHARGE FEE FEE
-------------- ------- ------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Biotech Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Health Care Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Libra Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Strategic Income Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
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All other terms and provisions of the Plan not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: November 1, 2002
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(on behalf of its Class A and Class
C Shares)
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
-------------------------- ---------------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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EXHIBIT m(1)(g)
AMENDMENT NO. 6
TO THE
SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
The Second Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan (the "Plan"), dated as of July 1, 2000, pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, is hereby amended as follows:
Schedule A of the Plan is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"APPENDIX A
TO
SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(CLASS A SHARES AND CLASS C SHARES)
(DISTRIBUTION FEE)
The Fund shall pay the Distributor as full compensation for all services rendered and all facilities furnished under the Distribution Plan for each Portfolio as designated below, a Distribution Fee* determined by applying the annual rate set forth below as to each Portfolio (or Class thereof) to the average daily net assets of the Portfolio (or Class thereof) for the plan year, computed in a manner used for the determination of the offering price of shares of the Portfolio (or Class thereof).
MINIMUM
ASSET
FUND BASED MAXIMUM MAXIMUM
SALES SERVICE AGGREGATE
CLASS A SHARES CHARGE FEE FEE
-------------- -------- ------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Health Care Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 0.25% 0.25% 0.50%
AIM Libra Fund 0.10% 0.25% 0.35%
AIM Strategic Income Fund 0.10% 0.25% 0.35%
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* The Distribution Fee is payable apart from the sales charge, if any, as stated in the current prospectus for the applicable Portfolio (or Class thereof)."
MAXIMUM
ASSET
BASED MAXIMUM MAXIMUM
SALES SERVICE AGGREGATE
CLASS C SHARES CHARGE FEE FEE
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AIM Developing Markets Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Health Care Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Libra Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Strategic Income Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
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All other terms and provisions of the Plan not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: February 28, 2003
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(on behalf of its Class A and Class
C Shares)
Attest: /s/ LISA A. MOSS By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
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Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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EXHIBIT m(2)(e)
AMENDMENT NO. 4
TO THE FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED
MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(CLASS B SHARES)
(SECURITIZATION FEATURE)
The First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan (the "Plan"), dated as of December 31, 2000, pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, is hereby amended as follows:
Schedule A to the Plan is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"SCHEDULE A
TO
MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(CLASS B SHARES)
(DISTRIBUTION FEE)
MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM
ASSET-BASED SERVICE AGGREGATE
FUND SALES CHARGE FEE FEE
---- ------------ ----------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Biotech Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Health Care Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Strategic Income Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%"
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All other terms and provisions of the Plan not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: September 23, 2002
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(on behalf of its Class B Shares)
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
------------------------- -----------------------------
Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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EXHIBIT m(2)(f)
AMENDMENT NO. 5
TO THE FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED
MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(CLASS B SHARES)
(SECURITIZATION FEATURE)
The First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan (the "Plan"), dated as of December 31, 2000, pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, is hereby amended as follows:
Schedule A to the Plan is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"SCHEDULE A
TO
MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(CLASS B SHARES)
(DISTRIBUTION FEE)
MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM
ASSET-BASED SERVICE AGGREGATE
FUND SALES CHARGE FEE FEE
---- ------------ ------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Biotech Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Health Care Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Libra Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Strategic Income Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%"
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All other terms and provisions of the Plan not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: November 1, 2002
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(on behalf of its Class B Shares)
Attest: /s/ P. MICHELLE GRACE By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
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Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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EXHIBIT m(2)(g)
AMENDMENT NO. 6
TO THE FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED
MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(CLASS B SHARES)
(SECURITIZATION FEATURE)
The First Amended and Restated Master Distribution Plan (the "Plan"), dated as of December 31, 2000, pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of AIM Investment Funds, a Delaware business trust, is hereby amended as follows:
Schedule A to the Plan is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
"SCHEDULE A
TO
MASTER DISTRIBUTION PLAN
OF
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(CLASS B SHARES)
(DISTRIBUTION FEE)
MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM
ASSET-BASED SERVICE AGGREGATE
FUND SALES CHARGE FEE FEE
---- ------------ ------- ---------
AIM Developing Markets Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Energy Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Financial Services Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Health Care Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Libra Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%
AIM Strategic Income Fund 0.75% 0.25% 1.00%"
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All other terms and provisions of the Plan not amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.
Dated: February 28, 2003
AIM INVESTMENT FUNDS
(on behalf of its Class B Shares)
Attest: /s/ LISA A. MOSS By: /s/ ROBERT H. GRAHAM
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Assistant Secretary Robert H. Graham
President
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EXHIBIT m(6)
AGENCY PRICING AGREEMENT
(THE AIM FAMILY OF FUNDS")
This Agreement is entered into as of the __ of__________________, 2001, between ____________________________________ (the "Plan Provider") and A I M Distributors, Inc. (the "Distributor").
RECITAL
Plan Provider acts as a trustee and/or servicing agent for defined contribution plans and/or deferred compensation plans (the "Plans") and invests and reinvests such Plans' assets as specified by an investment advisor, sponsor or administrative committee of the Plan (a "Plan Representative") generally upon the direction of Plan beneficiaries (the "Participants").
Plan Provider and Distributor desire to facilitate the purchase and redemption of shares (the "Shares") of the funds listed on Exhibit A hereto which may be amended from time to time by Distributor (the "Fund" or "Funds"), registered investment companies distributed by Distributor, on behalf of the Plans, through one or more accounts (not to exceed one per Plan) in each Fund (individually an "Account" and collectively the "Accounts"), subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Distributor shall, on behalf of the Funds, pay to Plan Provider a fee in accordance with Exhibit A hereto.
AGREEMENT
1. SERVICES
Plan Provider shall provide shareholder and administration services for
the Plans and/or their Participants, including, without limitation:
answering questions about the Funds; assisting in changing dividend
options, account designations and addresses; establishing and
maintaining shareholder accounts and records; and assisting in
processing purchase and redemption transactions (the "Services"). Plan
Provider shall comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations,
including requirements regarding prospectus delivery and maintenance and
preservation of records. To the extent allowed by law, Plan Provider
shall provide Distributor with copies of all records that Distributor
may reasonably request. Distributor or its affiliate will recognize each
Plan as an unallocated account in each Fund, and will not maintain
separate accounts in each Fund for each Participant. Except to the
extent provided in Section 3, all Services performed by Plan Provider
shall be as an independent contractor and not as an employee or agent of
Distributor or any of the Funds. Plan Provider and Plan Representatives,
and not Distributor, shall take all necessary action so that the
transactions contemplated by this Agreement shall not be "Prohibited
Transactions" under section 406 of the Employee Retirement Income
Security Act of 1974, or section 4975 of the Internal Revenue Code.
2. PRICING INFORMATION
Each Fund or its designee will furnish Plan Provider on each business day that the New York Stock Exchange is open for business ("Business Day"), with (i) net asset value information as of the close of trading (currently 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time) on the New York Stock Exchange or as at such later times at which a Fund's net asset value is calculated as
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specified in such Fund's prospectus ("Close of Trading"), (ii) dividend and capital gains information as it becomes available, and (iii) in the case of income Funds, the daily accrual or interest rate factor (mil rate). The Funds shall use their best efforts to provide such information to Plan Provider by 6:00 p.m. Central Time on the same Business Day.
Distributor or its affiliate will provide Plan Provider (a) daily confirmations of Account activity within five Business Days after each day on which a purchase or redemption of Shares is effected for the particular Account, (b) if requested by Plan Provider, quarterly statements detailing activity in each Account within fifteen Business Days after the end of each quarter, and (c) such other reports as may be reasonably requested by Plan Provider.
3. ORDERS AND SETTLEMENT
If Plan Provider receives instructions in proper form from Participants or Plan Representatives before the Close of Trading on a Business Day, Plan Provider will process such instructions that same evening. On the next Business Day, Plan Provider will transmit orders for net purchases or redemptions of Shares to Distributor or its designee by 9:00 a.m. Central Time and wire payment for net purchases by 2:00 p.m. Central Time. Distributor or its affiliate will wire payment for net redemptions on the Business Day following the day the order is executed for the Accounts. In doing so, Plan Provider will be considered the Funds' agent, and Shares will be purchased and redeemed as of the Business Day on which Plan Provider receives the instructions. Plan Provider will record time and date of receipt of instructions and will, upon request, provide such instructions and other records relating to the Services to Distributor's auditors. If Plan Provider receives instructions in proper form after the Close of Trading on a Business Day, Plan Provider will treat the instructions as if received on the next Business Day.
4. REPRESENTATIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE DISTRIBUTOR AND THE FUNDS
Plan Provider and its agents shall limit representations concerning a Fund or Shares to those contained in the then current prospectus of such Fund, in current sales literature furnished by Distributor to Plan Provider, in publicly available databases, such as those databases created by Standard & Poor's and Morningstar, and in current sales literature created by Plan Provider and submitted to and approved in writing by Distributor prior to its use.
5. USE OF NAMES
Plan Provider and its affiliates will not, without the prior written approval of Distributor, make public references to A I M Management Group Inc. or any of its subsidiaries, or to the Funds. For purposes of this provision, the public does not include Plan Providers' representatives who are actively engaged in promoting the Funds. Any brochure or other communication to the public that mentions the Funds shall be submitted to Distributor for written approval prior to use. Plan Provider shall provide copies of its regulatory filings that include any reference to A I M Management Group Inc. or its subsidiaries or the Funds to Distributor. If Plan Provider or its affiliates should make unauthorized references or representations, Plan Provider agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Funds, A I M Management Group Inc. and its subsidiaries from any claims, losses, expenses or liability arising in any way out of or connected in any way with such references or representations.
6. TERMINATION
(a) This Agreement may be terminated with respect to any Fund at any time without any penalty by the vote of a majority of the directors of such Fund who are "disinterested directors", as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"), or by a vote of a majority of the Fund's outstanding shares, on sixty (60) days' written notice. It will be terminated by any act which terminates either the Fund's Distribution Plan, or any related agreement thereunder, and in any event, it shall terminate automatically in the event of its assignment as that term is defined in the 1940 Act.
(b) Either party may terminate this Agreement upon ninety (90) days' prior written notice to the other party at the address specified below.
7. INDEMNIFICATION
(a) Plan Provider agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Distributor, its affiliates, the Funds, the Funds' investment advisors, and each of their directors, officers, employees, agents and each person, if any, who controls them within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), (the "Distributor Indemnitees") against any losses, claims, damages, liabilities or expenses to which a Distributor Indemnitee may become subject insofar as those losses, claims, damages, liabilities or expenses or actions in respect thereof, arise out of or are based upon (i) Plan Provider's negligence or willful misconduct in performing the Services, (ii) any breach by Plan Provider of any material provision of this Agreement, or (iii) any breach by Plan Provider of a representation, warranty or covenant made in this Agreement; and Plan Provider will reimburse the Distributor Indemnitee for any legal or other expenses reasonably incurred, as incurred, by them in connection with investigating or defending such loss, claim or action. This indemnity agreement will be in addition to any liability which Plan Provider may otherwise have.
(b) Distributor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Plan Provider
and its affiliates, and each of its directors, officers,
employees, agents and each person, if any, who controls Plan
Provider within the meaning of the Securities Act (the "Plan
Provider Indemnitees") against any losses, claims, damages,
liabilities or expenses to which a Plan Provider Indemnitee may
become subject insofar as such losses, claims, damages,
liabilities or expenses (or actions in respect thereof) arise out
of or are based upon (i) any untrue statement or alleged untrue
statement of any material fact contained in the Registration
Statement or Prospectus of a Fund, or the omission or the alleged
omission to state therein a material fact required to be stated
therein or necessary to make statements therein not misleading,
(ii) any breach by Distributor of any material provision of this
Agreement, (iii) Distributor's negligence or willful misconduct
in carrying out its duties and responsibilities under this
Agreement, or (iv) any breach by Distributor of a representation,
warranty or covenant made in this Agreement; and Distributor will
reimburse the Plan Provider Indemnitees for any legal or other
expenses reasonably incurred, as incurred, by them, in connection
with investigating or defending any such loss, claim or action.
This indemnity agreement will be in addition to any liability
which Distributor may otherwise have.
(c) If any third party threatens to commence or commences any action for which one party (the "Indemnifying Party") may be required to indemnify another person
hereunder (the "Indemnified Party"), the Indemnified Party shall promptly give notice thereof to the Indemnifying Party. The Indemnifying Party shall be entitled, at its own expense and without limiting its obligations to indemnify the Indemnified Party, to assume control of the defense of such action with counsel selected by the Indemnifying Party which counsel shall be reasonably satisfactory to the Indemnified Party. If the Indemnifying Party assumes the control of the defense, the Indemnified Party may participate in the defense of such claim at its own expense. Without the prior written consent of the Indemnified Party, which consent shall not be withheld unreasonably, the Indemnifying Party may not settle or compromise the liability of the Indemnified Party in such action or consent to or permit the entry of any judgment in respect thereof unless in connection with such settlement, compromise or consent each Indemnified Party receives from such claimant an unconditional release from all liability in respect of such claim.
8. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the internal laws of the State of Texas applicable to agreements fully executed and to be performed therein.
9. ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES AND COVENANTS
Each party represents that it is free to enter into this Agreement and that by doing so it will not breach or otherwise impair any other agreement or understanding with any other person, corporation or other entity. Each party represents that it has full power and authority under applicable law, and has taken all action necessary to enter into and perform this Agreement and the person executing this Agreement on its behalf is duly authorized and empowered to execute and deliver this Agreement. Additionally, each party represents that this Agreement, when executed and delivered, shall constitute its valid, legal and binding obligation, enforceable in accordance with its terms.
Plan Provider further represents, warrants, and covenants that:
(a) it is registered as a transfer agent pursuant to Section 17A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "1934 Act"), or is not required to be registered as such;
(b) the arrangements provided for in this Agreement will be disclosed to the Plan Representatives; and
(c) it is registered as a broker-dealer under the 1934 Act or any applicable state securities laws, or, including as a result of entering into and performing the services set forth in this Agreement, is not required to be registered as such.
(d) it will ensure that either it, its affiliates or another person other than Distributor is the registered broker-dealer for any transaction made pursuant to this Agreement, that Distributor is not responsible for determining whether Shares are suitable investments for the participants, and that any such registered broker-dealer shall have the appropriate selling group agreement with Distributor in place at the time such transaction occurs. Further, Plan Provider will provide indemnification to Distributor or its affiliates for any breach of this subsection.
(e) it is a member of the National Securities Clearing Corporations ("NSCC") and has executed and filed the standard NSCC Fund/SERV Agreement with the NSCC and will abide by its terms and the applicable rules. Plan Provider further represents and warrants that it or an affiliate is a member of the NSCC and has executed and filed with the NSCC the standard NSCC Fund/SERV Agreement. Plan Provider further represents and warrants that it will abide by the NSCC Fund/SERV rules and agrees that it will perform its duties and obligations under this Agreement in accordance with the terms of the NSCC Fund/SERV Agreement except as otherwise specified in a writing signed by both parties.
Distributor further represents, warrants and covenants, that:
(a) it is registered as a broker-dealer under the 1934 Act and any applicable state securities laws; and
(b) the Funds' advisors are registered as investment advisors under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Funds are registered as investment companies under the 1940 Act and Fund Shares are registered under the Securities Act.
10. MODIFICATION
This Agreement and Exhibit A may be amended at any time by Distributor without Plan Provider's consent by Distributor mailing a copy of an amendment to Plan Provider at the address set forth below. Such amendment shall become effective thirty (30) days from the date of mailing unless this Agreement is terminated by the Plan Provider within such thirty (30) days.
11. ASSIGNMENT
This Agreement shall not be assigned by a party hereto, without the prior written consent of the other parties hereto, except that a party may assign this Agreement to an affiliate having the same ultimate ownership as the assigning party without such consent.
12. SURVIVAL
The provisions of Sections 1, 5 and 7 shall survive termination of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have executed this Agreement by their duly authorized officers as of the date first above written.
A I M DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
(DISTRIBUTOR)
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EXHIBIT A
For the term of this Agreement, Distributor, or its affiliates, shall pay Plan Provider the following amounts for each of the following Funds with respect to the average daily net asset value of the Class A Shares of the Plans' balances for the prior quarter:
FUND ANNUAL FEE
---- ----------
AIM Advisor Funds (Class A Shares Only)
AIM International Core Equity Fund .25%
AIM Real Estate Fund .25%
AIM Equity Funds (Class A Shares Only)
AIM Aggressive Growth Fund .25%
AIM Blue Chip Fund .25%
AIM Capital Development Fund .25%
AIM Charter Fund .25%
AIM Constellation Fund .25%
AIM Dent Demographic Trends Fund .25%
AIM Emerging Growth Fund .25%
AIM Large Cap Basic Value Fund .25%
AIM Large Cap Core Equity Fund .25%
AIM Large Cap Growth Fund .25%
AIM Mid Cap Growth Fund .25%
AIM Weingarten Fund .25%
AIM Floating Rate Fund (Class C Shares Only) Up to .25%
AIM Funds Group (Class A Shares Only)
AIM Balanced Fund .25%
AIM Basic Balanced Fund .25%
AIM European Small Company Fund .25%
AIM Global Utilities Fund .25%
AIM International Emerging Growth Fund .25%
AIM Mid Cap Basic Value Fund .25%
AIM New Technology Fund .25%
AIM Premier Equity Fund .25%
AIM Premier Equity II Fund .25%
AIM Select Equity Fund .25%
AIM Small Cap Equity Fund .25%
AIM Worldwide Spectrum Fund .25%
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AIM Growth Series (Class A Shares Only)
AIM Basic Value Fund .25%
AIM Euroland Growth Fund .25%
AIM Mid Cap Core Equity Fund .25%
AIM Small Cap Growth Fund(1) .25%
AIM International Funds, Inc. (Class A Shares Only)
AIM Asia Pacific Growth Fund .25%
AIM European Growth Fund .25%
AIM Global Aggressive Growth Fund .25%
AIM Global Growth Fund .25%
AIM Global Income Fund .25%
AIM International Growth Fund .25%
AIM Investment Funds (Class A Shares Only)
AIM Developing Markets Fund .25%
AIM Global Energy Fund .25%
AIM Global Financial Services Fund .25%
AIM Global Health Care Fund .25%
AIM Global Infrastructure Fund .25%
AIM Global Science and Technology Fund .25%
AIM Strategic Income Fund .25%
AIM Investment Securities Funds (Class A Shares Only)
AIM High Yield Fund II .25%
AIM Limited Maturity Treasury Fund(2) .15%
AIM High Yield Fund .25%
AIM Income Fund .25%
AIM Intermediate Government Fund .25%
AIM Municipal Bond Fund .25%
AIM Total Return Bond Fund .25%
AIM Series Trust (Class A Shares Only)
AIM Global Trends Fund .25%
AIM Special Opportunities Funds (Class A Shares Only)
AIM Opportunities I Fund .25%
AIM Opportunities II Fund .25%
AIM Opportunities III Fund .25%
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Distributor or its affiliates shall calculate the amount of quarterly payment and shall deliver to Plan Provider a quarterly statement showing the calculation of the quarterly amounts payable to Plan Provider. Distributor reserves the right at any time to impose minimum fee payment requirements before any quarterly payments will be made to Plan Provider. Payment to Plan Provider shall occur within 30 days following the end of each quarter. All parties agree that the payments referred to herein are for record keeping and administrative services only and are not for legal, investment advisory or distribution services.
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Minimum Payments: $50 (with respect to all Funds in the aggregate.)
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EXHIBIT n(1)
FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED
MULTIPLE CLASS PLAN
OF
THE AIM FAMILY OF FUNDS--Registered Trademark--
1. This Multiple Class Plan (the "Plan") adopted in accordance with Rule 18f-3 under the Act shall govern the terms and conditions under which the Funds may issue separate Classes of Shares representing interests in one or more Portfolios of each Fund.
2. Definitions. As used herein, the terms set forth below shall have the meanings ascribed to them below.
(a) Act - Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended.
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares - shall mean the AIM Cash Reserve Shares Class of AIM Money Market Fund, a Portfolio of AIM Investment Securities Funds.
(c) CDSC - contingent deferred sales charge.
(d) CDSC Period - the period of years following acquisition of Shares during which such Shares may be assessed a CDSC upon redemption.
(e) Class - a class of Shares of a Fund representing an interest in a Portfolio.
(f) Class A Shares - shall mean those Shares designated as Class A Shares in the Fund's organizing documents.
(g) Class B Shares - shall mean those Shares designated as Class B Shares in the Fund's organizing documents.
(h) Class C Shares - shall mean those Shares designated as Class C Shares in the Fund's organizing documents.
(i) Directors - the directors or trustees of a Fund.
(j) Distribution Expenses - expenses incurred in activities which are primarily intended to result in the distribution and sale of Shares as defined in a Plan of Distribution and/or agreements relating thereto.
(k) Distribution Fee - a fee paid by a Fund to the Distributor to compensate the Distributor for Distribution Expenses.
(l) Distributor - A I M Distributors, Inc. or Fund Management Company, as applicable.
(m) Fund - those investment companies advised by A I M Advisors, Inc. which have adopted this Plan.
(n) Institutional Class Shares - shall mean Shares of a Fund representing an interest in a Portfolio offered for sale to institutional customers as may be approved by the Directors from time to time and as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
(o) Plan of Distribution - any plan adopted under Rule 12b-1 under the Act with respect to payment of a Distribution Fee and/or Service Fee.
(p) Portfolio - a series of the Shares of a Fund constituting a separate investment portfolio of the Fund.
(q) Prospectus - the then currently effective prospectus and statement of additional information of a Portfolio.
(r) Class R Shares - shall mean those Shares designated as Class R Shares in the Fund's organizing documents.
(s) Service Fee - a fee paid to financial intermediaries for the ongoing provision of personal services to Fund shareholders and/or the maintenance of shareholder accounts.
(t) Share - a share of common stock or beneficial interest in a Fund, as applicable.
3. Allocation of Income and Expenses.
(a) Distribution Fees and Service Fees - Each Class shall bear directly any and all Distribution Fees and/or Service Fees payable by such Class pursuant to a Plan of Distribution adopted by the Fund with respect to such Class.
(b) Transfer Agency and Shareholder Recordkeeping Fees - Each Class shall bear directly the transfer agency fees and expenses and other shareholder recordkeeping fees and expenses payable by that Class pursuant to a Transfer Agency and Service Agreement adopted by the Fund with respect to such Class.
(c) Allocation of Other Expenses - Each Class shall bear proportionately all other expenses incurred by a Portfolio based on the relative net assets attributable to each such Class.
(d) Allocation of Income, Gains and Losses - Except to the extent provided in the following sentence, each Portfolio will allocate income and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses to a Class based on the relative net assets of each Class. Notwithstanding the foregoing, each Portfolio that declares dividends on a daily basis will allocate income on the basis of settled Shares.
(e) Waiver and Reimbursement of Expenses - A Portfolio's adviser, underwriter or any other provider of services to the Portfolio may waive or reimburse the expenses of a particular Class or Classes.
4. Distribution and Servicing Arrangements. The distribution and servicing arrangements identified below will apply for the following Classes offered by a Fund with respect to a Portfolio. The provisions of the Fund's Prospectus describing the distribution and servicing arrangements in detail are incorporated herein by this reference.
(a) Class A Shares. Class A Shares shall be offered at net asset value plus a front-end sales charge as approved from time to time by the Directors and set forth in
the Fund's Prospectus, which sales charge may be reduced or eliminated for certain money market fund shares, for larger purchases, under a combined purchase privilege, under a right of accumulation, under a letter of intent or for certain categories of purchasers as permitted by Section 22(d) of the Act and as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus. Class A Shares that are not subject to a front-end sales charge as a result of the foregoing shall be subject to a CDSC for the CDSC Period set forth in Section 5(a) of this Plan if so provided in the Fund's Prospectus. The offering price of Shares subject to a front-end sales charge shall be computed in accordance with Rule 22c-1 and Section 22(d) of the Act and the rules and regulations thereunder. Class A Shares shall be subject to ongoing Service Fees and/or Distribution Fees approved from time to time by the Directors and set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
(b) Class B Shares. Class B Shares shall be (i) offered at net asset value, (ii) subject to a CDSC for the CDSC Period set forth in Section 5(b), (iii) subject to ongoing Service Fees and Distribution Fees approved from time to time by the Directors and set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, and (iv) converted to Class A Shares eight years from the end of the calendar month in which the shareholder's order to purchase was accepted, as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
Class B Shares of AIM Global Trends Funds acquired prior to June 1, 1998 which are continuously held in AIM Global Trends Fund shall convert to Class A Shares seven years from the end of the calendar month in which the shareholder's order to purchase was accepted, as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
Class B Shares of AIM Money Market Fund will convert to AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund.
(c) Class C Shares. Class C Shares shall be (i) offered at net asset value, (ii) subject to a CDSC for the CDSC Period set forth in Section 5(c), and (iii) subject to ongoing Service Fees and Distribution Fees approved from time to time by the Directors and set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
(d) Institutional Class Shares. Institutional Class Shares shall be (i) offered at net asset value, (ii) offered only to certain categories of institutional customers as approved from time to time by the Directors and as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus and (iii) may be subject to ongoing Service Fees and/or Distribution Fees as approved from time to time by the Directors and set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
(e) Class R Shares. Class R Shares shall be (i) offered at net asset value, (ii) subject to a CDSC for the CDSC Period set forth in Section 5(d), and (iii) subject to on-going Service Fees and Distribution Fees approved from time to time by the Directors and set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
(f) AIM Cash Reserve Shares. AIM Cash Reserve Shares shall be (i) offered at net asset value and (ii) subject to ongoing Service Fees and/or Distribution Fees approved from time to time by the Directors and set forth in the Fund's Prospectus. AIM Cash Reserve Shares acquired through exchange of Class A
Shares of another Portfolio may be subject to a CDSC for the CDSC Period set forth in Section 5(a) of this Plan if so provided in the Fund's Prospectus.
5. CDSC. A CDSC shall be imposed upon redemptions of Class A Shares that do not incur a front-end sales charge and of Class B Shares, Class C Shares and Class R Shares as follows:
(a) Class A Shares. The CDSC Period for Class A Shares shall be the period set forth in the Fund's Prospectus. The CDSC rate shall be as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, the relevant portions of which are incorporated herein by this reference. No CDSC shall be imposed on Class A Shares unless so provided in a Fund's Prospectus.
(b) Class B Shares. The CDSC Period for the Class B Shares shall be six years. The CDSC rate for the Class B Shares shall be as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, the relevant portions of which are incorporated herein by this reference.
(c) Class C Shares. The CDSC Period for the Class C Shares shall be one year. The CDSC rate for the Class C Shares shall be as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, the relevant portions of which are incorporated herein by reference.
(d) Class R Shares. The CDSC Period for the Class R Shares shall be the period set forth in the Fund's Prospectus. The CDSC rate for the Class R Shares shall be as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, the relevant portions of which are incorporated herein by reference.
(e) Method of Calculation. The CDSC shall be assessed on an amount equal to the lesser of the then current market value or the cost of the Shares being redeemed. No CDSC shall be imposed on increases in the net asset value of the Shares being redeemed above the initial purchase price. No CDSC shall be assessed on Shares derived from reinvestment of dividends or capital gains distributions. The order in which Shares are to be redeemed when not all of such Shares would be subject to a CDSC shall be determined by the Distributor in accordance with the provisions of Rule 6c-10 under the Act.
(f) Waiver. The Distributor may in its discretion waive a CDSC otherwise due upon the redemption of Shares on terms disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus and, for the Class A Shares and AIM Cash Reserve Shares, as allowed under Rule 6c-10 under the Act.
6. Exchange Privileges. Exchanges of Shares shall be permitted between Funds as follows:
(a) Class A Shares may be exchanged for Class A Shares of such other Portfolios as are disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus, subject to such terms and limitations disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus.
(b) Class B Shares may be exchanged for Class B Shares of such other Portfolios as are disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus, subject to such terms and limitations disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus.
(c) Class C Shares may be exchanged for Class C Shares of such other Portfolios as are disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus, subject to such terms and limitations disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus.
(d) Class R Shares may be exchanged for Class R Shares of such other Portfolios as are disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus, subject to such terms and limitations disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus.
(e) AIM Cash Reserve Shares may be exchanged for Class A Shares, Class B Shares or Class C Shares of such other Portfolios as are disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus, subject to such terms and limitations disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus.
(f) Depending upon the Portfolio from which and into which an exchange is being made and when the shares were purchased, shares being acquired in an exchange may be acquired at their offering price, at their net asset value or by paying the difference in sales charges, as disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus.
(g) CDSC Computation. The CDSC payable upon redemption of Class A Shares, Class B Shares, Class C Shares and AIM Cash Reserve Shares subject to a CDSC shall be computed in the manner described in the Fund's Prospectus.
7. Service Fees and Distribution Fees. The Service Fee and Distribution Fee applicable to any Class shall be those set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, relevant portions of which are incorporated herein by this reference. All other terms and conditions with respect to Service Fees and Distribution Fees shall be governed by the Plan of Distribution adopted by the Fund with respect to such fees and Rule 12b-1 of the Act.
8. Conversion of Class B Shares.
(a) Shares Received upon Reinvestment of Dividends and Distributions - Shares purchased through the reinvestment of dividends and distributions paid on Shares subject to conversion shall be treated as if held in a separate sub-account. Each time any Shares in a Shareholder's account (other than Shares held in the sub-account) convert to Class A Shares, a proportionate number of Shares held in the sub-account shall also convert to Class A Shares.
(b) Conversions on Basis of Relative Net Asset Value - All conversions shall be effected on the basis of the relative net asset values of the two Classes without the imposition of any sales load or other charge.
(c) Amendments to Plan of Distribution for Class A Shares - If any amendment is proposed to the Plan of Distribution under which Service Fees and Distribution Fees are paid with respect to Class A Shares of a Fund that would increase materially the amount to be borne by those Class A Shares, then no Class B Shares shall convert into Class A Shares of that Fund until the holders of Class B Shares of that Fund have also approved the proposed amendment. If the holders of such Class B Shares do not approve the proposed amendment, the Directors of the Fund and the Distributor shall take such action as is necessary to ensure that the Class voting against the amendment shall convert
into another Class identical in all material respects to Class A Shares of the Fund as constituted prior to the amendment.
9. Effective Date. This Plan shall not take effect until a majority of the Directors of a Fund, including a majority of the Directors who are not interested persons of the Fund, shall find that the Plan, as proposed and including the expense allocations, is in the best interests of each Class individually and the Fund as a whole.
10. Amendments. This Plan may not be amended to materially change the provisions of this Plan unless such amendment is approved in the manner specified in Section 9 above.
Effective December 12, 2001 as amended and restated March 4, 2002.
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SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED
MULTIPLE CLASS PLAN
OF
THE AIM FAMILY OF FUNDS--Registered Trademark--
1. This Multiple Class Plan (the "Plan") adopted in accordance with Rule 18f-3 under the Act shall govern the terms and conditions under which the Funds may issue separate Classes of Shares representing interests in one or more Portfolios of each Fund.
2. Definitions. As used herein, the terms set forth below shall have the meanings ascribed to them below.
(a) Act -- Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended.
(b) AIM Cash Reserve Shares -- shall mean the AIM Cash Reserve Shares Class of AIM Money Market Fund, a Portfolio of AIM Investment Securities Funds.
(c) CDSC -- contingent deferred sales charge.
(d) CDSC Period -- the period of years following acquisition of Shares during which such Shares may be assessed a CDSC upon redemption.
(e) Class -- a class of Shares of a Fund representing an interest in a Portfolio.
(f) Class A Shares -- shall mean those Shares designated as Class A Shares in the Fund's organizing documents.
(g) Class A3 Shares -- shall mean those Shares designated as Class A3 Shares in the Fund's organizing documents.
(h) Class B Shares -- shall mean those Shares designated as Class B Shares in the Fund's organizing documents.
(i) Class C Shares -- shall mean those Shares designated as Class C Shares in the Fund's organizing documents.
(j) Class R Shares -- shall mean those Shares designated as Class R Shares in the Fund's organizing documents.
(k) Directors -- the directors or trustees of a Fund.
(l) Distribution Expenses -- expenses incurred in activities which are primarily intended to result in the distribution and sale of Shares as defined in a Plan of Distribution and/or agreements relating thereto.
(m) Distribution Fee -- a fee paid by a Fund to the Distributor to compensate the Distributor for Distribution Expenses.
(n) Distributor -- A I M Distributors, Inc. or Fund Management Company, as applicable.
(o) Fund -- those investment companies advised by A I M Advisors, Inc. which have adopted this Plan.
(p) Institutional Class Shares -- shall mean Shares of a Fund representing an interest in a Portfolio offered for sale to institutional customers as may be approved by the Directors from time to time and as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
(q) Plan of Distribution -- any plan adopted under Rule 12b-1 under the Act with respect to payment of a Distribution Fee and/or Service Fee.
(r) Portfolio -- a series of the Shares of a Fund constituting a separate investment portfolio of the Fund.
(s) Prospectus -- the then currently effective prospectus and statement of additional information of a Portfolio.
(t) Service Fee -- a fee paid to financial intermediaries for the ongoing provision of personal services to Fund shareholders and/or the maintenance of shareholder accounts.
(u) Share -- a share of common stock or beneficial interest in a Fund, as applicable.
3. Allocation of Income and Expenses.
(a) Distribution Fees and Service Fees -- Each Class shall bear directly any and all Distribution Fees and/or Service Fees payable by such Class pursuant to a Plan of Distribution adopted by the Fund with respect to such Class.
(b) Transfer Agency and Shareholder Recordkeeping Fees -- Each Class shall bear directly the transfer agency fees and expenses and other shareholder recordkeeping fees and expenses payable by that Class pursuant to a Transfer Agency and Service Agreement adopted by the Fund with respect to such Class.
(c) Allocation of Other Expenses -- Each Class shall bear proportionately all other expenses incurred by a Portfolio based on the relative net assets attributable to each such Class.
(d) Allocation of Income, Gains and Losses -- Except to the extent provided in the following sentence, each Portfolio will allocate income and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses to a Class based on the relative net assets of each Class. Notwithstanding the foregoing, each Portfolio that declares dividends on a daily basis will allocate income on the basis of settled Shares.
(e) Waiver and Reimbursement of Expenses -- A Portfolio's adviser, underwriter or any other provider of services to the Portfolio may waive or reimburse the expenses of a particular Class or Classes.
4. Distribution and Servicing Arrangements. The distribution and servicing arrangements identified below will apply for the following Classes offered by a Fund with respect to a Portfolio. The provisions of the Fund's Prospectus describing the distribution and servicing arrangements in detail are incorporated herein by this reference.
(a) Class A Shares. Class A Shares shall be offered at net asset
value plus a front-end sales charge as approved from time to time
by the Directors and set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, which
sales charge may be reduced or eliminated for certain money
market fund shares, for larger purchases, under a combined
purchase privilege, under a right of accumulation, under a letter
of intent or for certain categories of purchasers as permitted by
Section 22(d) of the Act and as set forth in the Fund's
Prospectus. Class A Shares that are not subject to a front-end
sales charge as a result of the foregoing shall be subject to a
CDSC for the CDSC Period set forth in Section 5(a) of this Plan
if so provided in the Fund's Prospectus. The offering price of
Shares subject to a front-end sales charge shall be computed in
accordance with Rule 22c-1 and Section 22(d) of the Act and the
rules and regulations thereunder. Class A Shares shall be subject
to ongoing Service Fees and/or Distribution Fees approved from
time to time by the Directors and set forth in the Fund's
Prospectus.
(b) Class A3 Shares. Class A3 Shares shall be (i) offered at net asset value, and (ii) subject to ongoing Service Fees and/or Distribution Fees approved from time to time by the Directors and set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
(c) Class B Shares. Class B Shares shall be (i) offered at net asset
value, (ii) subject to a CDSC for the CDSC Period set forth in
Section 5(b), (iii) subject to ongoing Service Fees and/or
Distribution Fees approved from time to time by the Directors and
set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, and (iv) converted to Class A
Shares eight years from the end of the calendar month in which
the shareholder's order to purchase was accepted, as set forth in
the Fund's Prospectus.
Class B Shares of AIM Global Trends Funds acquired prior to June 1, 1998 which are continuously held in AIM Global Trends Fund shall convert to Class A Shares seven years from the end of the calendar month in which the shareholder's order to purchase was accepted, as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
Class B Shares of AIM Money Market Fund will convert to AIM Cash Reserve Shares of AIM Money Market Fund.
(d) Class C Shares. Class C Shares shall be (i) offered at net asset
value, (ii) subject to a CDSC for the CDSC Period set forth in
Section 5(c), and (iii) subject to ongoing Service Fees and/or
Distribution Fees approved from time to time by the Directors and
set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
(e) Institutional Class Shares. Institutional Class Shares shall be
(i) offered at net asset value, (ii) offered only to certain
categories of institutional customers as approved from time to
time by the Directors and as set forth in the Fund's
Prospectus, and (iii) may be subject to ongoing Service Fees and/or Distribution Fees as approved from time to time by the Directors and set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
(f) Class R Shares. Class R Shares shall be (i) offered at net asset
value, (ii) subject to a CDSC for the CDSC Period set forth in
Section 5(d), and (iii) subject to on-going Service Fees and/or
Distribution Fees approved from time to time by the Directors and
set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
(g) AIM Cash Reserve Shares. AIM Cash Reserve Shares shall be (i) offered at net asset value, and (ii) subject to ongoing Service Fees and/or Distribution Fees approved from time to time by the Directors and set forth in the Fund's Prospectus.
5. CDSC. A CDSC shall be imposed upon redemptions of Class A Shares that do not incur a front-end sales charge, of certain AIM Cash Reserve Shares, Class C Shares and Class R Shares and of Class B Shares as follows:
(a) AIM Cash Reserve Shares acquired through exchange of Class A Shares of another Portfolio may be subject to a CDSC for the CDSC Period set forth in Section 5(b) of this Plan if so provided in the Fund's Prospectus.
(b) Class A Shares. The CDSC Period for Class A Shares shall be the period set forth in the Fund's Prospectus. The CDSC rate shall be as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, the relevant portions of which are incorporated herein by this reference. No CDSC shall be imposed on Class A Shares unless so provided in a Fund's Prospectus.
(c) Class B Shares. The CDSC Period for the Class B Shares shall be six years. The CDSC rate for the Class B Shares shall be as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, the relevant portions of which are incorporated herein by this reference.
(d) Class C Shares. The CDSC Period for the Class C Shares that are subject to a CDSC shall be one year. The CDSC rate for the Class C Shares that are subject to a CDSC shall be as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, the relevant portions of which are incorporated herein by reference.
(e) Class R Shares. The CDSC Period for the Class R Shares that are subject to a CDSC shall be the period set forth in the Fund's Prospectus. The CDSC rate for the Class R Shares that are subject to a CDSC shall be as set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, the relevant portions of which are incorporated herein by reference.
(f) Method of Calculation. The CDSC shall be assessed on an amount equal to the lesser of the then current market value or the cost of the Shares being redeemed. No CDSC shall be imposed on increases in the net asset value of the Shares being redeemed above the initial purchase price. No CDSC shall be assessed on Shares derived from reinvestment of dividends or capital gains distributions. The order in which Shares are to be redeemed when not all of
such Shares would be subject to a CDSC shall be determined by the Distributor in accordance with the provisions of Rule 6c-10 under the Act.
(g) Waiver. The Distributor may in its discretion waive a CDSC otherwise due upon the redemption of Shares on terms disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus and, for the Class A Shares and AIM Cash Reserve Shares, as allowed under Rule 6c-10 under the Act.
(h) CDSC Computation. The CDSC payable upon redemption of AIM Cash Reserve Shares, Class A Shares, Class B Shares, Class C Shares, and Class R Shares [subject to a CDSC] shall be computed in the manner described in the Fund's Prospectus.
6. Exchange Privileges. Exchanges of Shares, except for Institutional Class Shares, shall be permitted between Funds as follows:
(a) Shares of a Fund generally may be exchanged for Shares of the same Class of another Fund, subject to such exceptions and such terms and limitations as are disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus.
(b) Shares of a Fund generally may not be exchanged for Shares of a different Class of that Fund or another Fund, subject to such exceptions and such terms and limitations as are disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus.
(c) Depending upon the Portfolio from which and into which an exchange is being made and when the shares were purchased, shares being acquired in an exchange may be acquired at their offering price, at their net asset value or by paying the difference in sales charges, as disclosed in the Fund's Prospectus.
7. Service Fees and Distribution Fees. The Service Fee and Distribution Fee applicable to any Class shall be those set forth in the Fund's Prospectus, relevant portions of which are incorporated herein by this reference. All other terms and conditions with respect to Service Fees and Distribution Fees shall be governed by the Plan of Distribution adopted by the Fund with respect to such fees and Rule 12b-1 of the Act.
8. Conversion of Class B Shares.
(a) Shares Received upon Reinvestment of Dividends and Distributions -- Shares purchased through the reinvestment of dividends and distributions paid on Shares subject to conversion shall be treated as if held in a separate sub-account. Each time any Shares in a Shareholder's account (other than Shares held in the sub-account) convert to Class A Shares, a proportionate number of Shares held in the sub-account shall also convert to Class A Shares.
(b) Conversions on Basis of Relative Net Asset Value -- All conversions shall be effected on the basis of the relative net asset values of the two Classes without the imposition of any sales load or other charge.
(c) Amendments to Plan of Distribution for Class A Shares -- If any amendment is proposed to the Plan of Distribution under which Service Fees and Distribution
Fees are paid with respect to Class A Shares of a Fund that would increase materially the amount to be borne by those Class A Shares, then no Class B Shares shall convert into Class A Shares of that Fund until the holders of Class B Shares of that Fund have also approved the proposed amendment. If the holders of such Class B Shares do not approve the proposed amendment, the Directors of the Fund and the Distributor shall take such action as is necessary to ensure that the Class voting against the amendment shall convert into another Class identical in all material respects to Class A Shares of the Fund as constituted prior to the amendment.
9. Effective Date. This Plan shall not take effect until a majority of the Directors of a Fund, including a majority of the Directors who are not interested persons of the Fund, shall find that the Plan, as proposed and including the expense allocations, is in the best interests of each Class individually and the Fund as a whole.
10. Amendments. This Plan may not be amended to materially change the provisions of this Plan unless such amendment is approved in the manner specified in Section 9 above.
11. Administration of Plan. This Plan shall be administered in compliance with all applicable provisions of the Act and all applicable rules promulgated under the Act, including but not limited to Rule 18f-3, Rule 6c-10 (with respect to the imposition of CDSCs upon the redemption of Shares) and Rule 11a-3 (with respect to exchange privileges among Shares).
Effective December 12, 2001 as amended and restated March 4, 2002 and as further amended and restated October 31, 2002.
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A I M MANAGEMENT GROUP INC.
CODE OF ETHICS
(ADOPTED MAY 1, 1981)
(AS LAST AMENDED SEPTEMBER 27, 2002)
WHEREAS, the members of the AIM Management Group are A I M Management Group Inc. ("AIM Management") and A I M Advisors, Inc. ("AIM Advisors") and its wholly owned and indirect subsidiaries (individually and collectively referred to as "AIM"); and
WHEREAS, certain members of AIM provide investment advisory services to AIM's investment companies and other clients; and
WHEREAS, certain members of AIM provide distribution services as principal underwriters for AIM's investment company clients; and
WHEREAS, certain members of AIM provide shareholder services as the transfer agent, dividend disbursing agent and shareholder processing agent for AIM's investment company clients; and
WHEREAS, the investment advisory business involves decisions and information which may have at least a temporary impact on the market price of securities, thus creating a potential for conflicts of interest between the persons engaged in such business and their clients; and
WHEREAS, the members of AIM have a fiduciary relationship with respect to each portfolio under management and the interests of the client accounts and of the shareholders of AIM's investment company clients must take precedence over the personal interests of the employees of AIM, thus requiring a rigid adherence to the highest standards of conduct by such employees; and
WHEREAS, every practical step must be taken to ensure that no intentional or inadvertent action is taken by an employee of AIM which is, or appears to be, adverse to the interests of AIM or any of its client accounts, including the defining of standards of behavior for such employees, while at the same time avoiding unnecessary interference with the privacy or personal freedom of such employees; and
WHEREAS, the members of AIM originally adopted a Code of Ethics ("the Code") on May 1, 1981, and adopted amendments thereto in January 1989, October 1989, April 1991, December 6, 1994 and December 5, 1995, December 10, 1996, and now deem it advisable to update and revise said Code in light of new investment company products developed by AIM and changing circumstances in the securities markets in which AIM conducts business; and
NOW, THEREFORE, the Boards of Directors of AIM Management and AIM Advisors hereby adopt the following revised Code pursuant to the provisions of Rule 17j-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 ("1940 Act"), with the intention that certain provisions of the Code shall become applicable to the officers, directors and employees of AIM.
I. APPLICABILITY
A. The provisions of AIM's Code shall apply to certain officers, directors and employees (as hereinafter designated) of AIM. Unless otherwise indicated, the term "employee" as used herein means: (i) all officers, directors and employees of AIM Advisors and its wholly owned and indirect subsidiaries and (ii) officers, directors and employees of AIM Management who
have an active part in the management, portfolio selection, underwriting or shareholder functions with respect to AIM's investment company clients or provide one or more similar services for AIM's non-investment company clients. The term "employee" does not include directors of AIM Management who do not maintain an office at the home office of AIM Management and who do not regularly obtain information concerning the investment recommendations or decisions made by AIM on behalf of client accounts ("independent directors").
B. The Code shall also apply to any person or entity appointed as a
sub-advisor for an AIM investment company client account unless such
person or entity has adopted a code of ethics in compliance with
Section 17(j) of the 1940 Act; or, in the event that such person or
entity is domiciled outside of the United States, has adopted
employee standards of conduct that provide equivalent protections to
AIM's client accounts. In performing sub-advisory services, such
person or entity will be subject to the direction and supervision of
AIM, and subject to the policies and control of the Boards of
Directors/Trustees of the respective AIM investment company
client(s).
II. INTERPRETATION AND ENFORCEMENT
A. The Chief Executive Officer of AIM Management shall appoint a Code of Ethics Committee ("Committee"). The Committee shall have the responsibility for interpreting the provisions of the Code, for adopting and implementing Procedures for the enforcement of the provisions of the Code, and for determining whether a violation of the provisions of the Code, or of any such related Procedures has occurred. The Committee will appoint an officer to monitor personal investment activity by "Covered Persons" (as defined in the Procedures adopted hereunder), both before and after any trade occurs and to prepare periodic and annual reports, conduct education seminars and obtain employee certifications as deemed appropriate. In the event of a finding that a violation has occurred requiring significant remedial action, the Committee shall take such action as it deems appropriate on the imposition of sanctions or initiation of disgorgement proceedings. The Committee shall also make recommendations and submit reports to the Boards of Directors/Trustees of AIM's investment company clients.
B. If a sub-advisor has adopted a code of ethics in accordance with
Section 17(j) of the 1940 Act, then pursuant to a sub-advisory
agreement with AIM, it shall be the duty of such sub-advisor to
furnish AIM with a copy of the following:
o code of ethics and related procedures of the sub-advisor, and a statement as to its employees' compliance therewith;
o any statement or policy on insider trading adopted pursuant to
Section 204A under the 1940 Act; and the procedures designed to
prevent the misuse of material non-public information by any
person associated with such sub-advisor; and
o such other information as may reasonably be necessary for AIM to report to the Boards of Directors/Trustees of its investment company client account(s) as to such sub-advisor's adherence to the Boards' policies and controls referenced in Section I.B. above.
III. PROCEDURES ADOPTED UNDER THE CODE
From time to time, AIM's Committee shall adopt Procedures to carry out the intent of the Code. Among other things, the Procedures require certain new employees to complete an Asset Disclosure Form, a Brokerage Accounts Listing Form and such other forms as deemed appropriate by the Committee. Such Procedures are hereby incorporated into the Code and are made a part of the Code. Therefore, a violation of the Procedures shall be deemed a violation of the Code itself.
IV. COMPLIANCE WITH GOVERNING LAWS, REGULATIONS AND PROCEDURES
A. Each employee shall have and maintain knowledge of and shall comply strictly with all applicable federal and state laws and all rules and regulations of any governmental agency or self-regulatory organization governing his/her actions as an employee.
B. Each employee shall comply with all laws and regulations, and AIM's prohibition against insider trading. Trading on or communicating material non-public information, or "inside information", of any sort, whether obtained in the course of research activities, through a client relationship or otherwise, is strictly prohibited.
C. Each employee shall comply with the procedures and guidelines established by AIM to ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations of governmental agencies and self-regulatory organizations. No employee shall knowingly participate in, assist, or condone any act in violation of any statute or regulation governing AIM or any act that would violate any provision of this Code, or of the Procedures adopted hereunder.
D. Each employee shall have and maintain knowledge of and shall comply with the provisions of this Code and any Procedures adopted hereunder.
E. Each employee having supervisory responsibility shall exercise reasonable supervision over employees subject to his/her control, with a view to preventing any violation by such persons of applicable statutes or regulations, AIM's corporate procedures, or the provisions of the Code, or the Procedures adopted hereunder.
F. Any employee obtaining evidence that an act in violation of applicable statutes, regulations or provisions of the Code or of any Procedures adopted hereunder has occurred shall immediately report such evidence to the Chief Compliance Officer of AIM. Such action by the employee will remain confidential, unless the employee waives confidentiality or federal or state authorities compel disclosure. Failure to report such evidence may result in disciplinary proceedings and may include sanctions as set forth in Section VI hereof.
V. ETHICAL STANDARDS
A. Employees shall conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the highest ethical and fiduciary standards. They shall avoid any action, whether for personal profit or otherwise, that results in an actual or potential conflict of interest with AIM or its client accounts, or which may be otherwise detrimental to the interests of the members of AIM or its client accounts.(1)
B. Employees shall act in a manner consistent with their fiduciary obligation to clients of AIM, and shall not deprive any client account of an investment opportunity in order to personally benefit from that opportunity.
C. Without the knowledge and approval of the Ethics Committee of AIM Management, employees shall not engage in a business activity or practice for compensation in competition with the members of AIM. Each employee, who is deemed to be a "Covered Person" as defined in the
Procedures adopted hereunder, shall obtain the written approval of the Ethics Committee to participate on a board of directors/trustees of any of the following organizations:
o publicly traded company, partnership or trust;
o hospital or philanthropic institution;*
o local or state municipal authority;* and/or
o charitable organization.*
* These restrictions relate to organizations that have or intend to raise proceeds in a public securities offering.
In the relatively small number of instances in which board approval is authorized, investment personnel serving as directors shall be isolated from those making investment decisions through AIM's "Chinese Wall" Procedures.
D. Each employee, in making an investment recommendation or taking any investment action, shall exercise diligence and thoroughness, and shall have a reasonable and adequate basis for any such recommendation or action.
E. Each employee shall not attempt to improperly influence for such person's personal benefit any investment strategy to be followed or investment action to be taken by the members of AIM for its client accounts.
F. Each employee shall not improperly use for such person's personal benefit any knowledge, whether obtained through such person's relationship with AIM or otherwise, of any investment recommendation made or to be made, or of any investment action taken or to be taken by AIM for its client accounts.
G. Employees shall not disclose any non-public information relating to a client account's portfolio or transactions or to the investment recommendations of AIM, nor shall any employee disclose any non-public information relating to the business or operations of the members of AIM, unless properly authorized to do so.
H. Employees shall not accept, directly or indirectly, from a broker/dealer or other vendor who transacts business with AIM or its client accounts, any gifts, gratuities or other things of more than de minimis value or significance that their acceptance might reasonably be expected to interfere with or influence the exercise of independent and objective judgment in carrying out such person's duties or otherwise gives the appearance of a possible impropriety. For this purpose, gifts, gratuities and other things of value shall not include unsolicited entertainment so long as such unsolicited entertainment is not so frequent or extensive as to raise any question of impropriety.
I. Employees who are registered representatives and/or principals of AIM shall not acquire securities for an account for which he/she has a direct or indirect beneficial interest in an initial public offering ("IPO") or on behalf of any person, entity or organization that is not an AIM client. All other employees shall not acquire securities for an account for which he/she has a direct or indirect beneficial interest offered in an IPO or on behalf of any person, entity or organization that is not an AIM client account except in those circumstances where different amounts of such offerings are specified for different investor types (e.g., private investors and institutional investors) and such transaction has been pre-cleared by the Compliance Office.
J. All personal securities transactions by employees must be conducted consistent with this Code and the Procedures adopted hereunder, and in such a manner as to avoid any actual or potential conflicts of interest or any abuse of such employee's position of trust and responsibility. Unless an exemption is available, employees who are deemed to be "Covered Persons" as defined in the Procedures adopted hereunder, shall pre-clear all personal securities transactions in securities in accordance with the Procedures adopted hereunder.
K. Each employee, who is deemed to be a "Covered Person" as defined in the Procedures adopted hereunder, (or registered representative and/or principal of AIM), shall refrain from engaging in personal securities transactions in connection with a security that is not registered under Section 12 of the Securities Act of 1933 (i.e., a private placement security) unless such transaction has been pre-approved by the Chief Compliance Officer or the Director of Investments (or their designees).
L. Employees, who are deemed to be "Covered Persons" as defined in the Procedures adopted hereunder, may not engage in a transaction in connection with the purchase or sale of a security within seven calendar days before and after an AIM investment company client trades in that same (or equivalent) security unless the de minimis exemption is available.
M. Each employee, who is deemed to be a "Covered Person" as defined in the Procedures adopted hereunder, may not purchase and voluntarily sell, or sell and voluntarily purchase the same (or equivalent) securities of the same issuer within 60 calendar days unless such employee complies with the disgorgement procedures adopted by the Code of Ethics Committee. Subject to certain limited exceptions set forth in the related Procedures, any transaction under this provision may result in disgorgement proceedings for any profits received in connection with such transaction by such employee.
VI. SANCTIONS
Employees violating the provisions of AIM's Code or any Procedures adopted hereunder may be subject to sanctions, which may include, among other things, restrictions on such person's personal securities transactions; a letter of admonition, education or formal censure; fines, suspension, re-assignment, demotion or termination of employment; or other significant remedial action. Employees may also be subject to disgorgement proceedings for transactions in securities that are inconsistent with Sections V.L. and V.M. above.
VII. ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURE
This Code and the related Procedures cannot, and do not, cover every situation in which choices and decisions must be made, because other company policies, practices and procedures (as well as good common sense) and good business judgment also apply. Every person subject to this Code should read and understand these documents thoroughly. They present important rules of conduct and operating controls for all employees. Employees are also expected to present questions to the attention of their supervisors and to the Chief Compliance Officer (or designee) and to report suspected violations as specified in these documents.
For the Boards of Directors:
The AIM Management Group and its
subsidiaries
by: /s/ Bob Graham
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Bob Graham
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