Key Differentiators
- One Team, One Process
- In-depth Capital Structure Analysis
- Rigorous Top-Down and Fundamental Analysis
- Opportunistic, Flexible Approach
Strategy Summary
Strategy: Global Convertibles
Benchmark: BofA Merrill Lynch Global 300 Convertible Index (USD)
Inception: October 2001
Strategy AUM: $957.2 million*
As of 12/31/11
*Strategy AUM reflects all assets that are currently being managed (collectively) under the Calamos Convertible Strategy.
Investment Team
Chief Investment Officers
John P. Calamos, Sr.
Chairman, CEO, Co-CIO
Nick P. Calamos
President of Investments, Co-CIO
Research Team*
2 Co-Heads of Research & Investments
5 Senior Strategy Sector Analysts
3 Senior Sector Analysts
8 Intermediate Analysts
12 Junior Analysts
Portfolio Analytics*
7 Portfolio Specialists
Infrastructure & Execution*
9 Trading
4 Risk Management Specialists
14 Investment IT
*Information is as of 12/31/11.
Since Inception Up/Down Capture Vs. BofA ML G300 Convertible Index (USD)
Annualized Total Returns
Composite returns are gross of fees.
Net of fees return 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, 10-year, Since Inception (10/01), are -1.57%, 13.65%, 4.56%, 7.45%, and 7.50% respectively
Calendar Year Returns
Composite returns are gross of fees.
Net of fees returns for 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, are -1.57%, 12.73%, 32.29%, -26.02%, 15.06%, 13.52%, 8.02%, 8.00%, 24.44%, and -0.38%
respectively.
Rolling 5-Year Returns
Composite returns are gross of fees.
Net of fees returns for December 31 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, are 4.56%, 7.58%, 6.67%, 2.43%, 13.65%, and 10.42%
respectively.
Characteristics |
Since Inception
Risk/Reward Statistics* |
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Representative Portfolio
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BofA ML Global 300 Convertible Index
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Assets in Strategy^
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$957.2 million
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N/A
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# of Holdings
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75
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298
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Portfolio Turnover % (5-Year)
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67.2%
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N/A
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Average Credit Quality†
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BBB
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BB+
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Median Investment Premium
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18.7%
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5.5%
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Median Conversion Premium
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24.9%
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48.3%
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^ Strategy AUM reflects all assets that are currently being managed (collectively) under the Calamos Global Convertible Strategy.
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Quality Allocation†
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| Representative Portfolio | BofA ML Global 300 Convertible Index |
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| AAA | 11.4% | 3.7% |
| AA | 4.3% | 1.5% |
| A | 20.5% | 16.1% |
| BBB | 30.2% | 27.5% |
| BB | 29.5% | 35.0% |
| B | 4.1% | 13.3% |
| CCC and below | 0.0% | 2.9% |
| Unrated Securities | 0.0% | 0.0% |
^†Bond & Weighted Average Credit Quality- Reflects the higher of the ratings of Standard & Poor’s Corporation; Moody’s Investors Service, Inc.; Fitch, Inc.; National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) and Calamos’ proprietary credit scores and are adjusted to the scale shown. Ratings are relative, subjective and not absolute standards of quality. Nonrated securities receive a proprietary rating. Excludes equity securities and cash.
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Calamos Global Convertible Composite
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BofA ML Global 300 Convertible Index (USD)
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Alpha
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2.68%
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N/A
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Beta
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0.93
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1.00
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Std. Deviation
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10.80%
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10.91%
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Upside Semivariance
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5.65%
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5.18%
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Downside Semivariance
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4.60%
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5.03%
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Sharpe Ratio
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0.61
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0.37
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Info Ratio
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0.66
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N/A
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*All risk-adjusted statistics are relative to the BofA ML VG00 (USD) - Global 300 Convertible Index on an annualized basis versus the Calamos Global Convertible Composite. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
Source: Russell/Mellon Analytical Services LLC and Calamos Advisors LLC |
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Representative Portfolio Ten Largest Holdings‡
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% of Portfolio Weighting |
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Security Type |
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Sector |
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| Shire, PLC |
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4.6 |
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2.75% Cv Due 2014 |
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Health Care |
| Subsea 7, SA |
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4.1 |
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2.25% Cv Due 2013 |
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Energy |
| Symantec Corp. |
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3.8 |
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1.00% Cv Due 2013 |
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Information Technology |
| Billion Express Investments, Ltd. |
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3.7 |
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0.75% Cv Due 2015 |
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Telecom Services |
| EMC Corp. |
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3.7 |
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1.75% Cv Due 2013 |
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Information Technology |
| Novo Nordisk, A/S - Class B |
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3.5 |
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Common Stock |
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Health Care |
| Goldcorp, Inc. |
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3.5 |
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2.00% Cv Due 2014 |
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Materials |
| SAP, AG |
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3.1 |
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Common Stock |
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Information Technology |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. |
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3.0 |
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1.63% Cv Due 2016 |
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Health Care |
| SanDisk Corp. |
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3.0 |
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1.50% Cv Due 2017 |
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Information Technology |
‡The portfolio is actively managed. Holdings and weightings are subject to change daily. The holdings listed should not be considered a recommendation to purchase or sell any particular security. Ten Largest Holdings exclude any government/sovereign bonds or options on broad market indexes the portfolio may hold.
Sector Allocation
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Sector
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Representative Portfolio %
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BofA ML Global 300 Convertible Index
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Under/Overweight%
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Info. Technology
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25.3%
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17.8%
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| Health Care | |
17.9 |
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10.9 |
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Energy
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12.5
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8.1
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| Materials |
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10.3 |
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6.5 |
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Consumer Staples
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8.3
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5.6
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Consumer Disc.
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6.3
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14.4
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Financials
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4.1
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19.6
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Telecom. Services
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3.4
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6.5
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Industrials
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2.6
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8.6
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Utilities
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1.4
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2.0
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1Top 10 Holdings and Sector Weightings are calculated as a percentage of Net Assets. The tables exclude cash or cash equivalents, any government / sovereign bonds or broad based index hedging securities the portfolio may hold. You can obtain a complete listing of holdings by visiting www.calamos.com.
Fourth Quarter 2011 Attribution vs. BofA Merrill Lynch Global 300 Convertible Index
Security selection within information technology was the most significant contributor to relative returns. Selection within the semiconductors and software industries was notably positive. We continue to favor this sector due to its generally higher growth potential, higher cash flows and lower debt levels, as well as valuations we view as attractive. Our focus within IT remains on those companies that offer productivity enhancement capabilities to consumers and businesses, as well as those firms that may benefit from strong consumer demand for the latest electronics.
Security selection and an underweight to financials contributed to performance. Financials was one of the weakest performing sectors within the index during the quarter. Holdings within the capital markets industry notably outperformed. We remain wary of many financials and have generally held a low weight in the sector due to increased regulations globally, significant business risks in many large financial institutions, and the continued debt crisis in Europe.
Security selection within consumer discretionary added value as holdings within the textiles, apparel and luxury goods industry outperformed. Within the sector, we are focused on companies that offer strong global brands and diversified revenue bases, as well as those servicing a growing consumer base within the emerging markets.
Security selection within materials detracted value. Holdings within the gold industry suffered as gold sold off at the end of the year. We believe there are strong long-term growth catalysts within the sector. Some of these include robust demand from emerging market regions, and global stimulus and reflation efforts.
The portfolio’s higher average credit quality detracted from relative returns. Investment grade convertibles trailed their speculative grade counterparts.
Holdings within France, Denmark and Switzerland added value. Security selection within the United States detracted.
Strategy Vehicles
The Calamos Global Convertible Strategy is closed to new investors. The Calamos Global Convertible Opportunities Fund is open to new investors.
Separately Managed Accounts |
UCITS |
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| Minimum: $25 million |
Minimum: $1 million |
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Available in A, I, X share classes |
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