INTRODUCTION TO BETASHARES

www.betashares.com.au About BetaShares BetaShares is an Australian-based specialist provider of exchange traded funds (ETFs) and other funds with a mission to expand the universe of investment possibilities available to Australian investors. Australian-owned and managed, BetaShares is part of the Mirae Asset Global Investment Group, one of the largest asset managers in Asia.

ETFs are one of the fastest growing investment vehicles today. Globally, ETF assets are now valued well in excess of US$1.5 trillion. The reason for this is clear – ETFs are simple, liquid, transparent, flexible and low-cost investment products.

Unlike their global counterparts, Australian investors have traditionally had very limited choice when it comes to investing in ETFs. We think Australian investors deserve better.

BetaShares management team combines global experience with a keen understanding of the Australian market and is specifically focused on delivering ETFs and other listed funds tailored for Australian investors. We believe increased product choice, particularly where such products are designed specifically for investors in this country, will drive further growth in the ETF industry.

BetaShares products are exchange traded funds which trade on the Australian Securities Exchange, and are bought and sold by investors just like shares. They allow investors to track the performance of a range of market indices and asset classes including traditional equity indices and alternative asset classes such as currencies and commodities.

BetaShares Funds appeal to a wide range of investors ranging from individuals, including those maintaining self managed superannuation funds, to financial planners and institutional investors. BetaShares Funds SERIES FUND NAME ASX EXPOSURE TICKER SECTOR ETFS S&P/ASX 200 Financials Sector ETF QFN Financials Sector excluding A-REITS

S&P/ASX 200 Resources Sector ETF QRE Resources Sector

CURRENCY ETFS U.S. Dollar ETF USD U.S. Dollars

British Pound ETF POU British Pounds

Euro ETF EEU Euro

COMMODITY ETFS Gold Bullion ETF - Currency Hedged QAU Gold Bullion (US$) Crude Oil Index ETF – Currency Hedged OOO S&P GSCI Crude Oil Index Commodities Basket ETF – Currency QCB S&P GSCI Index (Light Energy) Hedged Agriculture ETF – Currency Hedged QAG S&P Agriculture Enhanced Select Index

CASH & FIXED INCOME Australian High Interest Cash ETF AAA Australian Cash ETFS SHORT FUNDS Australian Equities Bear Hedge Fund BEAR Short Australian Equities INCOME Equity Yield Maximiser Fund (managed YMAX S&P/ASX 20 + Equity Income strategy fund)

An investment in any BetaShares Fund (‘Fund’) is subject to investment risk including possible delays in repayment and loss of income and principal invested. Neither BetaShares Capital Ltd (“BetaShares”) nor BetaShares Holdings Pty Ltd guarantees the performance of any Fund or the repayment of capital or any particular rate of return. This information is prepared by BetaShares Capital Ltd (ACN 139 566 868 AFS License 341181) (“BetaShares”), the product issuer. It is general information only and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs so it may not be appropriate for you. Before making an investment decision you should consider the product disclosure statement (‘PDS’) and your circumstances and obtain financial advice. The PDS is available at www.betashares.com.au or by calling 1300 487 577 (within Australia) or +61 2 9290 6888 (outside Australia). Only investors who are authorised as trading participants under the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) Operating Rules may invest through the PDS. Other investors may buy units in the Fund on the ASX through a stockbroker, financial adviser or online broker. This document does not constitute an offer of, or an invitation to purchase or subscribe for securities.This information was prepared in good faith and to the extent permitted by law BetaShares accepts no liability for any errors or omissions or loss from reliance on any of it. BetaShares® and Back Your View® are registered trademarks of BetaShares Holdings Pty Ltd.. INTRODUCTION TO BETASHARES

www.betashares.com.au What Makes Us Different More Experience Strong backing BetaShares has one of the largest dedicated ETF teams in the BetaShares benefits from the experience and track record of being part Australian marketplace. BetaShares management team and of the Mirae Asset Global Investment Group, one of the largest asset directors bring many more years of experience in the ETF market managers in Asia. Mirae manages in excess of $50 billion globally, as well than any other team in Australia. The team has been involved in as over $7 billion in ETFs. the global evolution of ETFs since their inception and has helped drive their transition from being an innovation to a mainstream part A smart distribution strategy of the investment management landscape. This experience equips We understand the importance of support from the broader financial BetaShares to deliver a wide range of ETFs to the Australian services community. BetaShares has strategic partnerships and longer market. term relationships with well known global financial institutions. BetaShares’ Australian focus trading partners include some of the largest participants in the ETF market globally. Our ETFs benefit from competitive trading spreads and liquidity BetaShares is a specialist Australian issuer of exchange traded provided by dedicated market makers and participating brokers. funds run by Australians but with the backing of one of the biggest asset managers in Asia. Due to our local focus, our intention is to For More Information: introduce innovative products that don’t simply replicate existing www.betashares.com.au products but actually expand options for investors. T: 1300 487 577 (Australia) Australian “Firsts” + 61 2 9290 6888 (ex Australia) Since the launch of our first products in December 2010, [email protected] BetaShares has led the development of the Australian exchange traded fund industry, with a number of ‘firsts’ for the market, including: • First currency ETF traded on ASX: U.S. Dollar ETF (USD)

• First A$ hedged ETF traded on the ASX: Gold Bullion A$ Hedged ETF (QAU)

• First A$ commodity ETFs traded on the ASX: Crude Oil Index ETF (OOO), Commodities Basket ETF (QCB), Agriculture ETF (QAG)

• First managed fund traded on ASX designed to go up when the market goes down, and vice versa (BEAR)

• First cash ETF traded on ASX: Australian High Interest Cash ETF (AAA)