Portfolio Management Services (PMS)

Portfolio Management Service (PMS) FAQ

1. What is Portfolio Management Service (PMS)?

PMS is a personalized investment management service that focuses on creating and managing an investment portfolio tailored to individual client needs and objectives. It involves diversified investments in equities, fixed income instruments, and other asset classes.

2. Why should I consider using PMS?

PMS is ideal for individuals or institutions that lack the time, expertise, or resources to manage their investments effectively. Professional portfolio managers ensure that your investments are monitored, reviewed, and aligned with your financial goals.

3. What types of PMS are offered?

NIC ASIA Capital Limited offers the following services:

  • Discretionary Portfolio Management Services
  • Non-Discretionary Portfolio Management Services
  • Advisory Services

 

Discretionary PMS

4. What is Discretionary Portfolio Management Service?

In discretionary PMS, the portfolio manager has full discretion to make investment decisions on behalf of the client, based on their agreed-upon investment objectives and risk tolerance.

5. What types of products are available under Discretionary PMS?

  • Growth Fund PMS (High-risk, equity-focused)
  • Balanced Value Fund (Moderate-risk, mix of equity and fixed income)
  • Income Fund (Low-risk, focused on fixed income)
  • Complete Bespoke Solution (Customized portfolios)

 

6. Minimum investment for Discretionary PMS

NPR 300,000 for Growth Fund, Balanced Value Fund, and Income Fund. NPR 1,000,000 for bespoke solutions.

7. Fees for Discretionary PMS

  • Annual Asset Management Fee: 0.75% to 2%
  • Performance Fee: 6% to 20% above hurdle rate
  • Hurdle Rate: 7% to 10%
  • Exit Fee: 1% for premature exits

 

8. Lock-in period

  • Growth Fund PMS: 3 years
  • Balanced Value Fund: 3 years
  • Income Fund: 3 years
  • Bespoke Solution: 2 to 5 years

 

9. Profit withdrawal

Profit withdrawal is allowed at the end of the calendar year after completing at least one year of portfolio management.

Non-Discretionary PMS

10. What is Non-Discretionary PMS?

The portfolio manager provides investment advice, but the client retains full control over investment decisions.

11. Minimum investment

NPR 300,000

12. Fees

  • Up to 50 Lakh: 2.5%
  • 50 Lakh to 1 Crore: 2%
  • Above 1 Crore: Negotiable
  • Exit Fee: 1%
  • Lock-in Period: 3 Years

 

13. Profit withdrawal

Allowed at any time upon client request.

Corporate Advisory Services

14. Advisory services include

  • Equity and fixed income asset management
  • Investment policy consultation
  • Company valuations
  • Due diligence audits
  • Asset allocation strategies
  • Customized investment solutions

 

15. Advisory fees

Fees are negotiable based on scope and service nature.

Investment Objectives and Risk

16. Growth Fund objectives

Long-term capital growth through equity-focused investments for high-risk investors.

17. Balanced Value Fund

Suitable for moderate-risk investors with a mix of equity and fixed income.

18. Income Fund

Focuses on stable returns from fixed income securities for regular income needs.

19. Target returns

  • Growth Fund PMS: 15–20%
  • Balanced Value Fund: 10–15%
  • Income Fund: 7–10%

 

Fees and Payment

20. Fee payment

Paid upfront at registration and annually in advance. Non-refundable.

21. Performance fee

Charged on returns above hurdle rate and calculated on a pro-rata basis if exit is early.

22. Other charges

Brokerage, taxes, and transaction-related costs are borne by the client.

Tax and Compliance

23. Taxes

All fees are exclusive of applicable taxes.

24. Fee changes

Fees may be revised annually with board approval.

Operations and Withdrawal

25. Service termination

Termination is subject to agreement terms between client and portfolio manager.

26. Profit withdrawal handling

Depends on product terms; usually allowed annually after one year.