ABL Islamic Pension Fund

ABL Islamic Pension Fund

Introduction

Retirement is a considerably long-term goal, which involves careful considerations and planning. ABL Islamic Pension Fund is your Retirement Planning Partner to save and invest for your post-retirement needs. It has the potential to provide attractive returns with the additional advantage of greater Tax Benefits (as per prevailing tax laws) significantly enhancing the overall yield on your investment.

Investment Objective

ABL Islamic Pension Fund aims to provide individuals with a portable, individualized, funded (based on defined contribution) and flexible Islamic Pension Scheme which is professionally managed to assist them to plan and provide for their retirement. The design of the scheme empowers the participants to decide how much to invest, and how to invest it, as well as to continue investing in their pension accounts even if they change jobs.

The Contributions in ABL IPF are invested in various instruments to earn competitive returns and create wealth over the entire work life of the participant in accordance with the investment policy of the Fund. You can invest money regularly or you can make lump-sum payments as and when you want.

You can choose from a wide range of investment options; the one that is most suitable for you depending on your retirement goals, age and your appetite for risk. Your payments will be invested in the particular scheme that you choose with the aim of growing your individual pension account.

Key Benefits

  • The Pension Fund is Fully Yours and you have the choice of selecting allocation schemes
  • It is a Tax Efficient Structure and the Best Way to save for your Retirement wherein you can avail Tax Credit (as per ITO Section 63) on up to 20% of your taxable income. 
  • Within your financial means- ABL Islamic Pension Fund allow you to start investing with as little as Rs. 500 and subsequent contribution also as low as Rs.500/-
  • Flexible and Convenient- You can contribute any amount and contributions can be as a lump sum amount or a regular payment through monthly, quarterly, half-yearly or yearly installments.
  • Accessible- It provides retirement security to all salaried employees, self-employed individuals, licensed professionals and low-income individuals.
  • Range of Investment Options- The participant has the option for choosing from various Allocation Schemes. These schemes are based on VPS sub-funds and are customized to suit specific needs and requirement of the participant. VPS is a one-window operation which provides investments in a diversified portfolio of equity, fixed income and money market instruments. Sub-Funds will not distribute dividends but are totally exempt from tax.
  • Lump-sum Payment available on Retirement – On retirement, participants can withdraw up to 50% of the accumulated balance from their pension account, free of tax.
  • Premature Retirement- Death or disability is deemed as retirement. This entitles the participant or nominees to encash 50% of the accumulated balance free of tax.
  • Selection of retirement age- A Participant has the freedom to choose retirement age (any time between 60 and 70) or 25 years from the age of first contribution whichever is earlier. In case of any permanent disability, participant can choose retirement age earlier.
  • Monthly Income Installments from Income Payment Plan- The remaining amount can be drawn in the shape of tax free regular monthly installments over the lifetime of retiree through an Income Payment Plan if the accumulated balance is invested in the Income Payment Plan for a period of 10 years.
  • No Penalties on early redemption however early withdrawal may be subject to applicable taxes

 

Product Suitability*

  • Investors who are seeking to build a voluntary Islamic pension for financial freedom post retirement
  • A convenient investment mechanism for Long Term growth and capital appreciation solution in a Shariah Compliant manner.
  • Opportunity to take100% exposure to one particular asset class for building retirement as per the risk and return requirement
  • Flexible investment which does not penalize for missing payments
  • Risk and return varies from low-high as per the selected allocation scheme and risk profile.

*Investors are encouraged to consult their Investment advisor prior to investing in the product.

Scheme Features

 
Scheme Name ABL Islamic Pension Fund
Scheme type Open-End Islamic Pension Fund Scheme
Date of Inception August 20, 2014
Fund Size

PKR 296 Mn. as at October 31st 2023

Objective of the scheme To provide a Halal and secure source of savings and regular income after retirement to the Participants
Minimum Investment Amount Initial Rs.500
Lock-In Period None
Management Fee 1.5 % p.a. on average Net Assets of each Sub-Fund
Entry Load Upto 3 % on all Contributions, unless exempted under the Offering Document
Exit Load None
Systematic Investment Plan Facility Yes
Tax Benefits Tax credit (as per prevailing Tax Rules)* on maximum 20% of your taxable income.
*Under Section 63 of the Income Tax Ordinance 2001
Read about tax benefits to gain a better understanding of them


Fund Performance Highlight

 
  FY 22 FY 21 FY 20 FY 19 FY 18 FY 17 FY 16 FY 15
Equity Sub Fund (14.44%) 32.52% (32.13%) (19.15%) (11.98%) 28.01% 11.31% 30.84%
Debt Sub Fund 5.30% 4.03% 7.97% 7.28% 1.26% 4.52%% 3.52% 6.56%
Money Market Sub Fund 6.70% 4.05% 7.11% 7.49% 1.68% 3.22% 2.24% 6.31%
 

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