Principal® and CIMB expand Signature Series with launch of first Shariah-compliant fund

Principal Financial Group® and CIMB Group Holdings Berhad (CIMB) via their joint venture Principal Asset Management Berhad (Principal), launches the Signature Dynamic Income Focus-i Fund (SDIFi) as the first Shariah-compliant fund in its Signature Series product suite.

The suite, which also includes the Signature Dynamic Income Fund, Signature Dynamic Income & Growth Fund (SDIFi), and Principal Strategic Global Growth Fund, has surpassed RM2 billion (as of July 2026) in total assets under management.

SDIFi is designed to provide investors with global diversification and portfolio resilience, while maintaining an income-focused approach. The Fund also incorporates a measured allocation to Shariah-compliant equities, offering the potential for long-term capital growth and diversified sources of return. Its global mandate provides the flexibility to identify opportunities across regions and issuers, rather than relying on a single market.

All investments in the SDIFi are subject to rigorous Shariah screening and exclude businesses involved in non-permissible activities, including alcohol, gambling, tobacco and other sectors that do not comply with Shariah principles.

“Investors across the region are increasingly looking for solutions that can help them navigate uncertainty while continuing to generate income and pursue long-term growth. As the first Shariah-compliant fund in our Signature Series, the Signature Dynamic Income Focus-i Fund expands the range of investment options available to our investors, combining global diversification with a flexible approach that can adapt to changing market conditions. We believe this makes it a compelling solution for those seeking to build wealth while remaining aligned with their values,” said Munirah Khairuddin, Chief Executive Officer and Head of Principal Asset Management Berhad.

The Fund brings together Principal’s global investment expertise with CIMB’s Chief Investment Office advisory and market insights, supporting a disciplined approach to portfolio construction and investment decision-making.

“CIMB is focused on offering savings, wealth, and protection solutions backed by deep insights and advisory to shape better solutions for our customers. Together with Principal, we continue to augment our comprehensive wealth ecosystem that enhances the growth, protection and legacy goals of our customers across ASEAN markets, which aligns with our purpose of advancing customers and society,” added Haniz Nazlan, Chief Executive Officer, Group Consumer Banking, CIMB.