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   AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON SEPTEMBER 27, 1996
    
 
                                              1933 ACT REGISTRATION NO. 33-11802
                                              1940 ACT REGISTRATION NO. 811-5002
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                       SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
                             Washington, D.C. 20549
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                                   FORM N-1A
 
   
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        REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER
           THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933                             / /
        Pre-Effective Amendment No.  __                           / /
        Post-Effective Amendment No.  17                          /X/
                                                and/or
        REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER
          THE INVESTMENT COMPANY ACT OF 1940                      / /
        Amendment No. 18                                          /X/
                      (Check appropriate box or boxes)
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                             KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
               (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)
 
                  120 South LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois
                    (Address of Principal Executive Office)
 
                                     60603
                                   (Zip Code)
 
       Registrant's Telephone Number, including Area Code: (312) 781-1121
 
                Philip J. Collora, Vice President and Secretary
                             KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
                            120 South LaSalle Street
                            Chicago, Illinois 60603
                    (Name and Address of Agent for Service)
 
                                With a copy to:
                               Charles F. Custer
                       Vedder, Price, Kaufman & Kammholz
                            222 North LaSalle Street
                            Chicago, Illinois 60601
 
     The Registrant has registered an indefinite number of shares of the Fund
under the Securities Act of 1933 pursuant to Rule 24f-2 under the Investment
Company Act of 1940. The Rule 24f-2 Notice for the Registrant's most recent
fiscal year was filed on or about February 27, 1996.
 
     It is proposed that this filing will become effective (check appropriate
box)
 
        / / immediately upon filing pursuant to paragraph (b)
 
   
        /X/ on October 1, 1996 pursuant to paragraph (b)
    
 
        / / 60 days after filing pursuant to paragraph (a)(1)
 
        / / on (date) pursuant to paragraph (a)(1).
 
        / / 75 days after filing pursuant to paragraph (a)(2)
 
        / / on (date) pursuant to paragraph (a)(2) of Rule 485.
 
     If appropriate, check the following box:
 
        / /this post-effective amendment designates a new effective date for a
           previously filed post-effective amendment.
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                             KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 
                             CROSS-REFERENCE SHEET
                       BETWEEN ITEMS ENUMERATED IN PART A
                          OF FORM N-1A AND PROSPECTUS
 
   
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<CAPTION>
                    ITEM NUMBER                                       LOCATION
                   OF FORM N-1A                                    IN PROSPECTUS
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<S>                                                   <C>
     1.   Cover Page...............................   Cover Page
     2.   Synopsis.................................   Summary
     3.   Condensed Financial Information..........   Financial Highlights; Supplement to
                                                      Prospectus
     4.   General Description of Registrant........   Summary; Capital Structure and General
                                                      Information; Investment Objectives,
                                                      Policies and Risk Factors; Investment
                                                      Techniques
     5.   Management of the Fund...................   Summary; Investment Managers;
                                                      Distributor; Supplement to Prospectus
     5A. Management's Discussion of Fund
    Performance....................................   Capital Structure and General
                                                      Information
     6.   Capital Stock and Other Securities.......   Summary; Capital Structure and General
                                                      Information; Dividends and Taxes
     7.   Purchase of Securities Being Offered.....   Summary; Purchase and Redemption; Net
                                                      Asset Value; Distributor
     8.   Redemption or Repurchase.................   Purchase and Redemption
     9.   Pending Legal Proceedings................   Inapplicable
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                             KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
    
   
                            SUPPLEMENT TO PROSPECTUS
    
   
                               DATED MAY 1, 1996
    
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
    
 
   
     The tables below show financial information for the Investment Grade Bond,
Value, Small Cap Value, Value+Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5
Portfolios expressed in terms of one share outstanding throughout the period.
The unaudited financial statements contained in the Fund's Semiannual Report to
Shareholders for the period ended June 30, 1996 are incorporated herein by
reference and may be obtained by writing or calling the Fund.
    
 
   
INVESTMENT GRADE BOND PORTFOLIO
    
 
   
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                 MAY 1, 1996 TO
                                                                                 JUNE 30, 1996
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<S>                                                                              <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period..........................................       $1.000
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Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.......................................................         .006
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  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss).....................................           --
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Total from investment operations..............................................         .006
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Net asset value, end of period................................................       $1.006
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TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).................................................          .62%
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RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses......................................................................          .74%
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Net investment income.........................................................         3.61%
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SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)....................................       $  440
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Portfolio turnover rate.......................................................           --%
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</TABLE>
    
 
   
VALUE PORTFOLIO
    

   
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                 MAY 1, 1996 TO
                                                                                 JUNE 30, 1996
                                                                                 --------------
<S>                                                                              <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period..........................................       $1.000
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Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.......................................................         .004
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  Net realized and unrealized gain............................................         .014
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Total from investment operations..............................................         .018
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Net asset value, end of period................................................       $1.018
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TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).................................................         1.79%
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RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses......................................................................          .90%
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Net investment income.........................................................         4.19%
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SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)....................................       $3,199
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Portfolio turnover rate (annualized)..........................................          520%
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Average commission rate paid per share on stock transactions..................       $.0500
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SMALL CAP VALUE PORTFOLIO
    
 
   
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                 MAY 1, 1996 TO
                                                                                 JUNE 30, 1996
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<S>                                                                              <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period..........................................       $1.000
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Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.......................................................         .006
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  Net realized and unrealized loss............................................        (.076)
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Total from investment operations..............................................        (.070)
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Net asset value, end of period................................................       $ .930
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TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).................................................        (7.05)%
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RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses......................................................................          .85%
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Net investment income.........................................................         5.94%
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SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)....................................       $3,890
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Portfolio turnover rate (annualized)..........................................          568%
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Average commission rate paid per share on stock transactions..................       $.0500
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</TABLE>
    
 
   
VALUE + GROWTH PORTFOLIO
    
 
   
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                 MAY 1, 1996 TO
                                                                                 JUNE 30, 1996
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<S>                                                                              <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period..........................................       $1.000
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Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.......................................................         .003
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  Net realized and unrealized gain............................................         .012
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Total from investment operations..............................................         .015
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Net asset value, end of period................................................       $1.015
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TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).................................................         1.45%
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RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses......................................................................          .89%
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Net investment income.........................................................         1.53%
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SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)....................................       $1,643
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Portfolio turnover rate.......................................................           --%
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Average commission rate paid per share on stock transactions..................       $.0595
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</TABLE>
    
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HORIZON 20+ PORTFOLIO
    
 
   
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                 MAY 1, 1996 TO
                                                                                 JUNE 30, 1996
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<S>                                                                              <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period..........................................       $1.000
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Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.......................................................         .024
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  Net realized and unrealized loss............................................        (.011)
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Total from investment operations..............................................         .013
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Net asset value, end of period................................................       $1.013
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TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).................................................         1.26%
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RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses......................................................................          .74%
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Net investment income.........................................................         3.11%
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SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)....................................       $  584
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Portfolio turnover rate (annualized)..........................................           15%
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Average commission rate paid per share on stock transactions..................       $.0597
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</TABLE>
    
 
   
HORIZON 10+ PORTFOLIO
    
 
   
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                 MAY 1, 1996 TO
                                                                                 JUNE 30, 1996
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<S>                                                                              <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period..........................................       $1.000
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Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.......................................................         .019
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  Net realized and unrealized loss............................................        (.009)
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Total from investment operations..............................................         .010
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Net asset value, end of period................................................       $1.010
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TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).................................................         1.03%
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RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses......................................................................          .74%
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Net investment income.........................................................         2.61%
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SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)....................................       $1,311
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Portfolio turnover rate (annualized)..........................................            9%
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Average commission rate paid per share on stock transactions..................       $.0595
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</TABLE>
    
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HORIZON 5 PORTFOLIO
    
 
   
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                 MAY 1, 1996 TO
                                                                                 JUNE 30, 1996
                                                                                 --------------
<S>                                                                              <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period..........................................       $1.000
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Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.......................................................         .015
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  Net realized and unrealized loss............................................        (.005)
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Total from investment operations..............................................         .010
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Net asset value, end of period................................................       $1.010
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TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).................................................          .99%
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RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses......................................................................          .74%
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Net investment income.........................................................         2.96%
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SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)....................................       $  752
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Portfolio turnover rate.......................................................           --%
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Average commission rate paid per share on stock transactions..................       $.0592
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</TABLE>
    
 
   
INVESTMENT MANAGERS
    
 
   
     Steven T. Stokes and Christian C. Bertelsen have been the portfolio
co-managers of the Small Cap Value Portfolio since July, 1996. Mr. Stokes joined
Dreman Value Advisors, Inc. ("DVA"), the investment manager for the Small Cap
Value Portfolio, in April, 1996 and is currently a Managing Director of DVA.
Prior thereto, he served as a portfolio manager of an unaffiliated investment
management firm. Mr. Stokes received a B.S. degree in Finance from State
University of New York at New Paltz and is a Chartered Financial Analyst. Mr.
Bertelsen joined DVA in March, 1996 as Chief Investment Officer. Prior to
joining DVA, he served from April, 1993 as a senior vice president and a
portfolio manager of an unaffiliated investment management firm. Prior thereto,
he was a senior vice president of another unaffiliated investment management
firm. Mr. Bertelsen received a B.A. degree from Boston University, Boston,
Massachusetts.
    
 
   
     Christian C. Bertelsen has been the portfolio manager of the Value
Portfolio since September, 1996.
    
 
   
     Daniel J. Bukowski is the portfolio manager of the Value + Growth Portfolio
and has served as portfolio manager or co-manager since its inception in May
1996. As reflected in the prospectus, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc. ("ZKI")
serves as investment manager for the Value + Growth Portfolio and DVA serves as
sub-adviser. ZKI is responsible for management of the growth portion of the
portfolio while DVA is responsible for management of the value portion of the
portfolio. See the "Investment Managers" section in the prospectus for more
information on Mr. Bukowski and management of the Value + Growth Portfolio.
    
 
   
October 1, 1996
    
   
KINF-03 10/96                           (RECYCLE LOGO) printed on recycled paper
    
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                               TABLE OF CONTENTS
 
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Summary..................................     2
Financial Highlights.....................     5
Investment Objectives, Policies and Risk
  Factors................................     9
Investment Techniques....................    26
Net Asset Value..........................    32
Purchase and Redemption..................    33
Dividends and Taxes......................    33
Capital Structure and General
  Information............................    34
Investment Managers......................    35
Distributor..............................    38
Appendix.................................    39
</TABLE>
 
This prospectus contains information about the Fund that you should know before
investing and should be retained for future reference. A Statement of Additional
Information dated May 1, 1996, has been filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission and is incorporated herein by reference. It is available upon request
without charge from the Fund at the address or telephone number shown above.
 
AN INVESTMENT IN THE MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO IS NEITHER INSURED NOR GUARANTEED BY
THE U.S. GOVERNMENT. THERE CAN BE NO ASSURANCE THAT THE PORTFOLIO WILL BE ABLE
TO MAINTAIN A STABLE NET ASSET VALUE OF $1.00 PER SHARE.
 
THESE SECURITIES HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED BY THE SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE COMMISSION NOR HAS THE COMMISSION PASSED UPON THE ACCURACY OR ADEQUACY
OF THIS PROSPECTUS. ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE.
                                     KEMPER
                                   INVESTORS
                                      FUND
                             PROSPECTUS MAY 1, 1996
 
                             KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
                            120 SOUTH LASALLE STREET
                            CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60603
                                 1-800-621-1048
 
Kemper Investors Fund (the "Fund") offers a choice of fourteen investment
portfolios to investors applying for certain variable life insurance and
variable annuity contracts offered by Participating Insurance Companies.
 
    The fourteen investment portfolios are:
 
     MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO
     TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
     HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO
     GROWTH PORTFOLIO
     GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO
     INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
     SMALL CAP GROWTH PORTFOLIO
     INVESTMENT GRADE BOND PORTFOLIO
     VALUE PORTFOLIO
     SMALL CAP VALUE PORTFOLIO
     VALUE+GROWTH PORTFOLIO
     HORIZON 20+ PORTFOLIO
     HORIZON 10+ PORTFOLIO
     HORIZON 5 PORTFOLIO
 
Shares of the Portfolios are available exclusively as pooled funding vehicles
for the variable life insurance and variable annuity contracts of Participating
Insurance Companies.
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                                    SUMMARY
 
FUND INVESTMENT CONCEPT. Kemper Investors Fund (the "Fund") is an open-end
management investment company established on January 22, 1987 as a Massachusetts
business trust. The Fund is a series fund consisting of fourteen portfolios
("Portfolios"): Money Market, Total Return, High Yield, Growth (formerly
Equity), Government Securities, International, Small Cap Growth (formerly Small
Capitalization Equity), Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap Value,
Value+Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5. Additional Portfolios may
be created from time to time. The Fund is the funding vehicle for variable life
insurance contracts ("VLI contracts") and variable annuity contracts ("VA
contracts") offered by the separate accounts of certain life insurance companies
("Participating Insurance Companies"). The Fund currently does not foresee any
disadvantages to the holders of VLI contracts and VA contracts arising from the
fact that the interests of the holders of such contracts may differ.
Nevertheless, the Fund's Board of Trustees intends to monitor events in order to
identify any material irreconcilable conflicts that may arise and to determine
what action, if any, should be taken. The VLI contracts and VA contracts are
described in the separate prospectuses issued by the Participating Insurance
Companies. The Fund assumes no responsibility for such prospectuses.
 
Individual VLI contract holders and VA contract holders are not the
"shareholders" of the Fund. Rather, the Participating Insurance Companies and
their separate accounts are the shareholders or investors (the "Shareholders"),
although such companies may pass through voting rights to their VLI and VA
contract holders.
 
The fourteen Portfolios of the Fund are as follows:
 
MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO seeks maximum current income to the extent consistent
with stability of principal from a portfolio of high quality money market
instruments.
 
TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO seeks a high total return, a combination of income and
capital appreciation, by investing in a combination of debt securities and
common stocks.
 
HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO seeks to provide a high level of current income by
investing in fixed-income securities.
 
GROWTH PORTFOLIO seeks maximum appreciation of capital through diversification
of investment securities having potential for capital appreciation.
 
GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO seeks high current return consistent with
preservation of capital from a portfolio composed primarily of U.S. Government
securities.
 
INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO seeks total return, a combination of capital growth and
income, principally through an internationally diversified portfolio of equity
securities.
 
SMALL CAP GROWTH PORTFOLIO seeks maximum appreciation of investors' capital from
a portfolio primarily of growth stocks of smaller companies.
 
INVESTMENT GRADE BOND PORTFOLIO seeks high current income by investing primarily
in a diversified portfolio of investment grade debt securities.
 
VALUE PORTFOLIO seeks to achieve a high rate of total return from a portfolio
primarily of value stocks of larger companies.
 
SMALL CAP VALUE PORTFOLIO seeks long-term capital appreciation from a portfolio
primarily of value stocks of smaller companies.
 
VALUE+GROWTH PORTFOLIO seeks growth of capital through professional management
of a portfolio of growth and value stocks.
 
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HORIZON 20+ PORTFOLIO, designed for investors with approximately a 20+ year
investment horizon, seeks growth of capital, with income as a secondary
objective.
 
HORIZON 10+ PORTFOLIO, designed for investors with approximately a 10+ year
investment horizon, seeks a balance between growth of capital and income,
consistent with moderate risk.
 
HORIZON 5 PORTFOLIO, designed for investors with approximately a 5 year
investment horizon, seeks income consistent with preservation of capital, with
growth of capital as a secondary objective.
 
Each Portfolio except the Money Market Portfolio may engage in options and
financial futures transactions. The Total Return, High Yield, Growth, Small Cap
Growth, Investment Grade Bond and Value+Growth Portfolios each may invest a
portion of its assets in foreign securities and engage in related foreign
currency transactions. The Horizon Portfolios each will invest a portion of its
assets in foreign securities and engage in related foreign currency
transactions. The International Portfolio will invest a substantial portion of
its assets in foreign securities and engage in related foreign currency
transactions. Foreign securities may include investments in developing
countries. The High Yield Portfolio will, and the Total Return, Government
Securities, Investment Grade Bond and Horizon Portfolios may, invest in high
yield (high risk) bonds. All of the Portfolios are diversified. See "Investment
Objectives, Policies and Risk Factors."
 
RISK FACTORS. There is no assurance that the investment objective of any
Portfolio will be achieved and investment in each Portfolio includes risks that
vary in kind and degree depending upon the investment policies of the Portfolio.
The returns and net asset value of a Portfolio will fluctuate (except that the
Money Market Portfolio seeks to maintain a net asset value of $1.00 per share).
Investors should note that investments in high yield securities by certain
portfolios (the High Yield, Total Return, Government Securities, Investment
Grade Bond and Horizon Portfolios) entail relatively greater risk of loss of
income and principal than investments in higher rated securities; and market
prices of high yield securities may fluctuate more than market prices of higher
rated securities. The government guarantee of the U.S. Government securities in
which the Government Securities Portfolio may invest does not guarantee the
market value of the shares of the Portfolio. Normally the value of investments
in U.S. Government securities varies inversely with changes in interest rates.
Foreign investments by certain Portfolios (principally the International
Portfolio) involve risk and opportunity considerations not typically associated
with investing in U.S. companies. The return of such a Portfolio can be
adversely affected by changes in currency exchange rates. Investment by the
Small Cap Growth Portfolio and the Small Cap Value Portfolio primarily in
smaller companies involves greater risk than investment in larger, more
established companies. There are special risks associated with options,
financial futures, foreign currency and other derivative transactions and there
is no assurance that use of those investment techniques will be successful. Some
of the Portfolios may experience high portfolio turnover, which would involve
correspondingly greater brokerage commissions or other transaction costs. See
"Investment Objectives, Policies and Risk Factors."
 
PURCHASES AND REDEMPTIONS. The separate accounts of the Participating Insurance
Companies place orders to purchase and redeem shares of each Portfolio based on,
among other things, the amount of premium payments to be invested and surrender
and transfer requests to be effected on that date pursuant to VLI and VA
contracts. See "Purchase and Redemption."
 
INVESTMENT MANAGERS. Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc. ("ZKI" or "investment
manager," formerly named Kemper Financial Services, Inc.) serves as investment
manager for each of the Portfolios other than the Value Portfolio and the Small
Cap Value Portfolio and is paid a management fee at an annual rate, based upon
the average daily net assets of such Portfolios, as follows: Money Market
(.50%), Total Return (.55%), High Yield (.60%), Growth (.60%), Government
Securities (.55%), International (.75%), Small Cap Growth (.65%), Investment
Grade Bond (.60%), Value+Growth (.75%), Horizon 20+ (.60%), Horizon 10+ (.60%)
and Horizon 5 (.60%). Dreman Value Advisors, Inc. ("DVA" or "investment
manager"), a wholly owned subsidiary of ZKI, serves as the investment manager
for the Value and the Small Cap Value Portfolios and is paid a management fee at
an annual rate of .75% of average daily net assets of such Portfolios. DVA
serves as
 
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sub-adviser for the Value+Growth Portfolio and is paid a sub-advisory fee by ZKI
at an annual rate of .25% of average daily net assets of that Portfolio. DVA
also serves as sub-adviser for the Horizon Portfolios and is paid a sub-advisory
fee by ZKI at an annual rate of .25% of the portion of the average daily net
assets of each Horizon Portfolio allocated by ZKI to DVA for management. See
"Investment Managers."
 
GENERAL INFORMATION AND CAPITAL. Since the Fund offers multiple Portfolios, it
is known as a "series company." Shares of each Portfolio have equal
non-cumulative voting rights and equal rights with respect to dividends, assets
and liquidation of such Portfolio. Each Portfolio has its own objective,
policies and restrictions. The Fund is not required to hold annual shareholder
meetings, but will hold special shareholder meetings as required or deemed
desirable. See "Capital Structure and General Information."
 
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                              FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
 
The tables below show financial information for each Portfolio (other than the
Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap Value, Value+Growth and Horizon
Portfolios, all of which commenced operations on May 1, 1996) expressed in terms
of one share outstanding throughout the period. The information for the Money
Market, Total Return, High Yield and Growth Portfolios for fiscal periods prior
to 1990 reflects the operations of certain Separate Accounts as discussed under
"Capital Structure and General Information." The information in the tables for
the years ended December 31, 1990 through 1995 is covered by the report of the
Fund's independent auditors. The report is contained in the Fund's Registration
Statement and is available from the Fund. The financial statements contained in
the Fund's 1995 Annual Report to Shareholders are incorporated herein by
reference and may be obtained by writing or calling the Fund.
 
MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                          Year ended December 31,
                                                 1995         1994        1993       1992       1991       1990       1989
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<S>                                            <C>          <C>         <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year                 $1.00         1.00       1.00       1.00       1.00       1.00       1.00
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Net investment income and dividends declared         .06          .04        .03        .03        .06        .08        .09
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Net asset value, end of year                       $1.00         1.00       1.00       1.00       1.00       1.00       1.00
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TOTAL RETURN (%)                                    5.66         3.96       2.83       3.43       5.89       8.08       9.11
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RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses                                             .55          .53        .56        .57        .56        .58        .57
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Net investment income                               5.52         3.95       2.79       3.38       5.80       7.78       8.75
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SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands)         $61,078       83,821     68,177     75,270     76,479     95,759     78,683
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<CAPTION>
                                                    Year ended December 31, 
                                                  1988       1987       1986
                                                ------------------------------
<S>                                             <C>        <C>        <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year                  1.00       1.00       1.00
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Net investment income and dividends declared         .07        .06        .06
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Net asset value, end of year                        1.00       1.00       1.00
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TOTAL RETURN (%)                                    7.47       6.58       6.61
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RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses                                             .56        .55        .56
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Net investment income                               7.19       6.43       6.44
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SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands)          80,362     92,130     83,793
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</TABLE>
 
NOTE TO MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO:
 
The total returns for 1995 and 1994 include the effect of a capital contribution
from the investment manager. Without the capital contribution, the total returns
would have been 5.11% and 3.47%, respectively.
 
TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                          Year ended December 31,
                                                 1995         1994        1993       1992       1991       1990       1989
                                               -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
<S>                                            <C>          <C>         <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year                $2.112        2.586      2.473      2.658      2.071      2.021      1.707
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
 Net investment income                              .084         .069       .069       .061       .080       .113       .102
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)            .453        (.313)      .214      (.026)      .677      (.013)      .298
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total from investment operations                    .537        (.244)      .283       .035       .757       .100       .400
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Less dividends:
 Distributions from net investment income           .070         .060       .050       .080       .110       .020       .086
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Distributions from net realized gain                 --         .170       .120       .140       .060       .030         --
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total dividends                                     .070         .230       .170       .220       .170       .050       .086
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of year                      $2.579        2.112      2.586      2.473      2.658      2.071      2.021
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL RETURN (%)                                   25.97        (9.50)     12.13       1.69      37.90       5.04      24.16
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses                                             .60          .61        .59        .60        .61        .61        .58
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net investment income                               3.52         3.13       3.19       3.41       3.46       5.94       5.43
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands)        $659,894      586,594    643,830    528,007    412,772    272,747    262,652
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Portfolio turnover rate (%)                          118          128        191        160        187        139        102
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 
<CAPTION>
                                                    Year ended December 31,
                                                  1988       1987       1986
                                                ------------------------------
<S>                                             <C>        <C>        <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year                 1.605      1.661      1.496
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
 Net investment income                              .086       .075       .060
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)            .102      (.056)      .165
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total from investment operations                    .188       .019       .225
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Less dividends:
 Distributions from net investment income           .086       .075       .060
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Distributions from net realized gain                 --         --         --
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total dividends                                     .086       .075       .060
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of year                       1.707      1.605      1.661
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL RETURN (%)                                   11.98        .62      15.13
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses                                             .61        .58        .60
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net investment income                               5.19       4.04       3.59
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands)         206,262    214,203    146,324
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Portfolio turnover rate (%)                          152        129        136
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
                                        5
<PAGE>   12
HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                             Year ended December 31,
                                                     1995        1994        1993       1992       1991      1990       1989
                                                   ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
<S>                                                <C>         <C>         <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>       <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year                    $1.185       1.338      1.209      1.144       .914     1.122      1.258
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
 Net investment income                                  .125        .116       .120       .125       .140      .170       .151
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)                .069       (.149)      .109       .070       .300     (.338)     (.163)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total from investment operations                        .194       (.033)      .229       .195       .440     (.168)     (.012)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Less dividends from net investment income               .120        .120       .100       .130       .210      .040       .124
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of year                          $1.259       1.185      1.338      1.209      1.144      .914      1.122
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL RETURN (%)                                       17.40       (2.25)     20.00      17.76      51.83    (15.45)     (1.22)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses                                                 .65         .65        .63        .64        .67       .68        .63
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net investment income                                  10.27        9.49       9.54      10.44      12.95     16.27      12.50
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands)           $ 257,377     219,415    233,964    162,158    121,608    88,566    150,674
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Portfolio turnover rate (%)                               90          98         84         57         31        28         81
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 
<CAPTION>
                                                       Year ended December 31,
                                                      1988      1987       1986
                                                    -----------------------------
<S>                                                 <C>        <C>       <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year                     1.225     1.290      1.226
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
 Net investment income                                  .152      .139       .142
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)                .033     (.065)      .064
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total from investment operations                        .185      .074       .206
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Less dividends from net investment income               .152      .139       .142
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of year                           1.258     1.225      1.290
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL RETURN (%)                                       15.66      5.82      17.63
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses                                                 .66       .62        .66
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net investment income                                  11.98     10.81      11.06
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands)             138,461    95,502    143,605
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Portfolio turnover rate (%)                               52       122        158
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
GROWTH PORTFOLIO
(FORMERLY THE EQUITY PORTFOLIO)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                             Year ended December 31,
                                                     1995        1994        1993       1992       1991      1990       1989
                                                   ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
<S>                                                <C>         <C>         <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>       <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year                    $2.665       2.935      2.631      2.642      1.681     1.692      1.348
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
 Net investment income                                  .034        .018       .004       .007       .017      .032       .039
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)                .793       (.138)      .370       .082       .974     (.023)      .338
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total from investment operations                        .827       (.120)      .374       .089       .991      .009       .377
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Less dividends:
 Distributions from net investment income               .010          --       .010       .005       .030      .010       .033
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Distributions from net realized gain                   .220        .150       .060       .095         --      .010         --
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total dividends                                         .230        .150       .070       .100       .030      .020       .033
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of year                          $3.262       2.665      2.935      2.631      2.642     1.681      1.692
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL RETURN (%)                                       32.97       (4.02)     14.63       3.57      59.47      0.60      27.87
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses                                                 .64         .66        .64        .64        .67       .68        .70
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net investment income                                   1.15         .69        .30        .65        .83      2.23       2.49
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands)           $ 414,533     321,708    284,461    203,624    118,983    61,621     51,961
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Portfolio turnover rate (%)                               88         106         78         78        106       135         93
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 
<CAPTION>
                                                       Year ended December 31,
                                                      1988      1987       1986
                                                    -----------------------------
<S>                                                 <C>        <C>       <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year                     1.374     1.377      1.283
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
 Net investment income                                  .032      .030       .024
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)               (.026)    (.003)      .094
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total from investment operations                        .006      .027       .118
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Less dividends:
 Distributions from net investment income               .032      .030       .024
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Distributions from net realized gain                     --        --         --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total dividends                                         .032      .030       .024
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of year                           1.348     1.374      1.377
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL RETURN (%)                                         .40      1.67       9.10
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses                                                 .71       .64        .70
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net investment income                                   2.34      1.85       1.82
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands)              45,833    46,474     30,228
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Portfolio turnover rate (%)                              301       165        262
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
                                        6
<PAGE>   13
 
GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                            Year ended December 31,
                                               1995      1994      1993      1992     1991    1990(a)   1989(a)   1988    1987(c)
                                              -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
<S>                                           <C>       <C>       <C>       <C>      <C>      <C>       <C>       <C>     <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year             $1.142     1.267     1.277    1.287    1.175     1.091     1.053   1.020     1.000
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
 Net investment income                           .084      .067      .060     .064     .090      .093      .092    .089        --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)         .123     (.102)     .020     .006     .082      .011      .036   (.056)     .020
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total from investment operations                 .207     (.035)     .080     .070     .172      .104      .128    .033      .020
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Less dividends:
 Distributions from net investment income        .080      .060      .060     .050     .060      .020      .090      --        --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 Distributions from net realized gain              --      .030      .030     .030       --        --        --      --        --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total dividends                                  .080      .090      .090     .080     .060      .020      .090      --        --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of year                   $1.269     1.142     1.267    1.277    1.287     1.175     1.091   1.053     1.020
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL RETURN (%)                                18.98     (2.74)     6.48     5.90    15.22      9.81     13.14    3.27        --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses                                          .65       .63       .60      .61      .63       .58       .53    1.81      --(b)
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net investment income                            7.08      5.69      5.05     6.08     7.42      8.48      8.73    7.94      --(b)
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands)      $95,185    95,782   121,912   98,814   59,064    31,929    14,878   1,170       311
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Portfolio turnover rate (%)                       275       606       534      492      141       174        28      25        --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO:
 
(a) ZKI waived its investment management fee from March 1, 1989 to March 1,
    1990. Absent this waiver, the ratio of expenses to average net assets and
    the ratio of net investment income to average net assets would have been
    1.04% and 8.22%, respectively, in 1989 and .66% and 8.40%, respectively, in
    1990.
(b) Because of the short start-up period from the Government Securities
    Portfolio's initial public offering to December 31, 1987, ratios of expenses
    and net investment income to average net assets for 1987 are not meaningful.
(c) For the period from September 3, 1987 (inception) through December 31, 1987.
 
                                        7
<PAGE>   14
 
INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                           Year ended
                                                                                          December 31,
                                                                                 ------------------------------
                                                                                   1995       1994        1993      1992(a)
                                                                                 --------    -------     ------     -------
<S>                                                                              <C>         <C>         <C>        <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period                                               $1.244      1.306       .993      1.000
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income                                                              .018       .009       .010       .010
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)                                            .139      (.056)      .313      (.017)
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total from investment operations                                                     .157      (.047)      .323      (.007)
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Less dividends:
  Distributions from net investment income                                           .010         --       .009         --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  Distributions from net realized gain                                               .020       .015       .001         --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total dividends                                                                      .030       .015       .010         --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period                                                     $1.371      1.244      1.306       .993
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL RETURN (%)                                                                    12.83      (3.59)     32.83       (.72)
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses                                                                              .92        .93        .92       1.11
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net investment income                                                                1.39        .74        .86       1.01
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)                                       $134,481    122,710     88,880     19,447
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Portfolio turnover rate (%)                                                           126        107        116        129
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
NOTE TO INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO:
 
(a) For the period from January 6, 1992 (inception) through December 31, 1992.
 
SMALL CAP GROWTH PORTFOLIO
(FORMERLY THE SMALL CAPITALIZATION EQUITY PORTFOLIO)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                           Year ended
                                                                                                          December 31,
                                                                                                       ------------------
                                                                                                        1995      1994(a)
                                                                                                       -------    -------
<S>                                                                                                    <C>        <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period                                                                    $1.039     1.000
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income                                                                                   .005      .008
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  Net realized and unrealized gain                                                                        .307      .031
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total from investment operations                                                                          .312      .039
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Less distribution from net investment income                                                              .005        --
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net asset value, end of period                                                                          $1.346     1.039
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL RETURN (%)                                                                                         30.07      3.95
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses                                                                                                   .87      1.25
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net investment income                                                                                      .42       .91
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)                                                             $35,373    12,909
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Portfolio turnover rate (%)                                                                                 81        58
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
NOTE TO SMALL CAP GROWTH PORTFOLIO:
 
(a) For the period from May 2, 1994 (inception) through December 31, 1994.
 
NOTES:
 
Ratios for all Portfolios have been determined on an annualized basis. Total
return is not annualized.
 
Financial Highlights reflect data at the Portfolio level and exclude contract
specific charges which would reduce total return.
 
                                        8
<PAGE>   15
 
                INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES, POLICIES AND RISK FACTORS
 
The Fund has adopted for each Portfolio certain fundamental investment
restrictions which, together with the investment objective and policies, cannot
be changed with respect to a Portfolio without approval by holders of a majority
of the outstanding voting shares as defined in the Investment Company Act of
1940 ("1940 Act"). See "Investment Restrictions" in the Statement of Additional
Information.
 
Each Portfolio has a different investment objective which it pursues through
separate investment policies, as described below. The differences in objectives
and policies among the Portfolios can be expected to affect the degree of market
and financial risk to which each Portfolio is subject and the return of each
Portfolio. There are market risks in any investment and therefore there can be
no assurance that the objective of any Portfolio will be achieved. The actual
return of a holder of a variable life or variable annuity contract will be
affected by charges imposed by the separate accounts of Participating Insurance
Companies.
 
MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO. The Money Market Portfolio seeks maximum current income
to the extent consistent with stability of principal from a portfolio of the
following types of U.S. Dollar denominated money market instruments that mature
in twelve months or less:
 
     1. Obligations of, or guaranteed by, the U.S. or Canadian Governments,
     their agencies or instrumentalities. The two broad categories of U.S.
     Government debt instruments are: (a) direct obligations of the U.S.
     Treasury and (b) securities issued or guaranteed by agencies and
     instrumentalities of the U.S. Government. Some obligations issued or
     guaranteed by agencies or instrumentalities of the U.S. Government are
     backed by the full faith and credit of the United States and others are
     backed exclusively by the agency or instrumentality with limited rights of
     the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury.
 
     2. Bank certificates of deposit, time deposits or bankers' acceptances
     limited to U.S. banks or Canadian chartered banks having total assets in
     excess of $1 billion.
 
     3. Bank certificates of deposit, time deposits or bankers' acceptances of
     U.S. branches of foreign banks having total assets in excess of $10
     billion.
 
     4. Commercial paper rated Prime-1 or Prime-2 by Moody's Investors Service,
     Inc. ("Moody's") or A-1 or A-2 by Standard & Poor's Corporation ("S&P"), or
     commercial paper or notes of comparable quality, such as are issued by
     companies with an unsecured debt issue outstanding currently rated A or
     higher by Moody's or S&P where the obligation is on the same or a higher
     level of priority as the rated issue, and investments in other corporate
     obligations such as publicly traded bonds, debentures and notes rated A or
     higher by Moody's or S&P. See "Appendix--Ratings of Investments" in the
     Statement of Additional Information for a description of the ratings.
 
     5. Repurchase agreements of obligations which are suitable for investment
     under the categories set forth above. Repurchase agreements are discussed
     under "Investment Techniques--Repurchase Agreements."
 
In addition, the Money Market Portfolio limits its portfolio investments to
securities that meet the quality and diversification requirements of Rule 2a-7
of the 1940 Act. See "Net Asset Value."
 
To the extent the Money Market Portfolio purchases Eurodollar certificates of
deposit issued by London branches of U.S. banks, or commercial paper issued by
foreign entities, consideration will be given to their marketability, possible
restrictions on international currency transactions and to regulations imposed
by the domicile country of the foreign issuer. Eurodollar certificates of
deposit may not be subject to the same regulatory requirements as certificates
issued by U.S. banks and associated income may be subject to the imposition of
foreign taxes. The Money Market Portfolio will normally invest at least 25% of
its net assets in instruments issued by domestic or foreign banks.
 
The Money Market Portfolio seeks to maintain its net asset value at $1.00 per
share by valuing its portfolio of investments on the amortized cost method in
accordance with Rule 2a-7 of the 1940 Act. See "Net Asset
 
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<PAGE>   16
 
Value." While the Portfolio will make every effort to maintain a fixed net asset
value at $1.00 per share, there can be no assurance that this objective will be
achieved.
 
The Money Market Portfolio may invest in instruments that bear rates of interest
that are adjusted periodically or that "float" continuously according to
formulae intended to minimize fluctuations in values of the instruments
("Variable Rate Securities"). The Fund determines the maturity of Variable Rate
Securities in accordance with Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") rules
that allow the Fund to consider certain of such instruments as having maturities
earlier than the maturity date on the instrument.
 
TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO. The Total Return Portfolio seeks a high total return, a
combination of income and capital appreciation, by investing in a combination of
debt securities and common stocks. The Portfolio's investments will normally
consist of domestic and foreign fixed income and equity securities. Fixed income
securities will include bonds, money market instruments (including repurchase
agreements) and other debt securities (such as U.S. and foreign government
securities and investment grade and high yield corporate obligations) and
preferred stocks, some of which may have a call on common stocks through
attached warrants or a conversion privilege. The Portfolio may invest in fixed
income securities that are in the lower rating categories and those that are
non-rated (sometimes called "junk bonds"). The characteristics of the rating
categories are described in "Appendix--Ratings of Investments" in the Statement
of Additional Information. For a discussion of lower rated and non-rated
securities and related risks, see "High Yield Portfolio" and "Special Risk
Factors--High Yield (High Risk) Bonds" below. Equity investments normally will
consist of common stocks and securities convertible into or exchangeable for
common stocks; however, the Portfolio may also make private placement
investments (which are normally restricted securities). For a further
description of equity securities, see "Growth Portfolio" below. The percentage
of assets invested in specific categories of fixed-income and equity securities
will vary from time to time depending upon the judgment of the investment
manager as to general market and economic conditions, trends in yields and
interest rates, and changes in fiscal or monetary policies.
 
The Portfolio does not make investments for short-term profits nor does it have
a separate portfolio turnover policy for equity and fixed income segments of its
portfolio. The Portfolio is not restricted in policy with regard to portfolio
turnover and will make changes in its investment portfolio from time to time as
business and economic conditions or market prices may dictate and as its
investment policy may require.
 
The Portfolio may write and purchase put and call options traded on national
securities exchanges or over-the-counter, including options on securities
indices. The Portfolio may also engage in financial futures transactions and may
purchase foreign securities and engage in related foreign currency transactions.
The Portfolio may purchase or sell portfolio securities on a when-issued or
delayed delivery basis. See "Special Risk Factors--Foreign Securities" and
"Investment Techniques."
 
HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO. The High Yield Portfolio seeks to provide a high level of
current income by investing in fixed income securities. Fixed income obligations
include corporate debt securities, U.S. and Canadian Government securities,
obligations of U.S. and Canadian banking institutions, convertible securities,
assignments or participations in loans, preferred stock, and cash and cash
equivalents, including repurchase agreements.
 
The fixed income securities purchased by the Portfolio may include those in the
lower rating categories of the established rating services and those that are
non-rated (sometimes called "junk bonds"). Investments in such securities entail
relatively greater risk of loss of income or principal than investments in
higher rated securities; market prices may fluctuate more than market prices of
higher rated securities. See "Special Risk Factors--High Yield (High Risk)
Bonds" below for a discussion of such risks. These fixed income securities (debt
and preferred stock issues, including convertibles) normally offer a current
yield or yield to maturity that is significantly higher than the yield available
from securities rated in the four highest categories assigned by Moody's or S&P.
See "Appendix--Ratings of Investments" in the Statement of Additional
Information for a description of Moody's and S&P ratings.
 
                                       10
<PAGE>   17
 
The average maturity and the mix of investments of the Portfolio will vary as
the investment manager seeks to provide a high level of income considering the
available alternatives in the market. See "Appendix--High Yield
Portfolio/Portfolio Composition" in this prospectus. Since interest rates vary
with changes in economic, market, political and other conditions, there can be
no assurance that historic interest rates are indicative of rates which may
prevail in the future. Since the value of securities in the Portfolio fluctuates
depending upon market factors and inversely with current interest rate levels,
the net asset value of its shares will fluctuate. The investment manager will
adjust the investments of the Portfolio as considered advisable in view of
prevailing or anticipated market conditions. Accordingly, certain portfolio
securities may be purchased or sold in anticipation of a rise or a decline in
interest rates.
 
The Portfolio does not make investments for short-term profits, but it is not
restricted in policy with regard to portfolio turnover and will make changes in
its investment portfolio from time to time as business and economic conditions
or market prices may dictate and as its investment policy may require.
 
The Portfolio may write and purchase put and call options traded on national
securities exchanges or over-the-counter, including options on securities
indices. The Portfolio may also engage in financial futures transactions and may
purchase foreign securities and engage in related foreign currency transactions.
The Portfolio may purchase or sell portfolio securities on a when-issued or
delayed delivery basis. See "Special Risk Factors--Foreign Securities" and
"Investment Techniques."
 
GROWTH PORTFOLIO. The Growth Portfolio seeks maximum appreciation of capital
through diversification of investment securities having potential for capital
appreciation. Current income will not be a significant factor. The Portfolio's
investments normally will consist of equity securities and securities
convertible into or exchangeable for equity securities; however, it may also
make private placement investments (which are normally restricted securities).
 
As a non-fundamental investment policy, the Growth Portfolio will invest at
least 65% of its total assets in equity securities under normal circumstances.
Equity securities include common stocks, preferred stocks, securities
convertible into or exchangeable for common or preferred stocks, equity
investments in partnerships, joint ventures and other forms of non-corporate
investment and warrants, options and rights exercisable for equity securities.
The common stocks or the other securities selected will be those which, in the
investment manager's judgment, have significant appreciation possibilities.
Investment opportunities will often be sought among securities of small, less
well-known companies; but securities of large, well-known companies will also be
purchased, particularly when the investment manager considers such securities to
be priced favorably in comparison with securities of smaller companies. See
"Growth and Value Stocks" below.
 
In seeking to obtain capital appreciation, the Portfolio may trade in securities
for the short term. To this extent, the Portfolio will be engaged in trading
operations based on short-term market considerations as distinct from long-term
investment based upon fundamental valuation of securities. However, the
Portfolio will emphasize fundamental research in attempting to identify
under-valued situations that it hopes will appreciate over the longer term. The
Portfolio's investment policy may involve a somewhat greater risk than is
inherent in the ordinary investment security.
 
For defensive purposes, the Portfolio may temporarily hold a significant portion
of its assets in cash or defensive type securities, such as liquid high grade
debt securities, high quality money market instruments and repurchase
agreements.
 
The Portfolio may write and purchase put and call options traded on national
securities exchanges or over-the-counter, including options on securities
indices. The Portfolio may also engage in financial futures transactions and may
purchase foreign securities and engage in related foreign currency transactions.
See "Special Risk Factors--Foreign Securities" and "Investment Techniques."
 
GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO. The Government Securities Portfolio seeks high
current return consistent with preservation of capital from a portfolio composed
primarily of U.S. Government securities. The Portfolio will
 
                                       11
<PAGE>   18
 
also invest in fixed-income securities other than U.S. Government securities,
and will engage in options and financial futures transactions. The Portfolio may
purchase or sell portfolio securities on a when-issued or delayed delivery
basis. See "Investment Techniques." The Portfolio's current return is sought
from interest income and net short-term gains on securities and options and
futures transactions.
 
Under normal market conditions, the Portfolio will, as a fundamental policy,
invest at least 65% of its total assets in U.S. Government securities and
repurchase agreements of U.S. Government securities. There are two broad
categories of U.S. Government securities: (a) direct obligations of the U.S.
Treasury and (b) obligations issued or guaranteed by agencies and
instrumentalities of the United States. Some obligations issued or guaranteed by
agencies or instrumentalities are backed by the full faith and credit of the
United States (such as Government National Mortgage Association "GNMA"
Certificates) and others are backed exclusively by the agency or instrumentality
with limited rights of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury (such as
Federal National Mortgage Association Bonds). GNMA Certificates are debt
securities which represent an interest in one or a pool of mortgages which are
insured by the Federal Housing Administration or the Farmers Home
Administration, or guaranteed by the Veterans Administration. U.S. Government
securities may include "zero coupon" securities that have been stripped by the
U.S. Government of their unmatured interest coupons (see "Investment Policies
and Techniques" in the Statement of Additional Information for a discussion of
their features and risks) and collateralized obligations issued or guaranteed by
a U.S. Government agency or instrumentality (see "Investment Techniques").
 
U.S. Government securities of the type in which the Portfolio may invest have
historically involved little risk of loss of principal if held to maturity. The
government guarantee of the securities in the Portfolio, however, does not
guarantee the market value of the shares of the Portfolio. There are market
risks inherent in all investments in securities and the value of an investment
in the Portfolio will fluctuate over time. Normally, the value of the
Portfolio's investments varies inversely with changes in interest rates. For
example, as interest rates rise, the value of the Portfolio's investments will
tend to decline and, as interest rates fall, the value of the Portfolio's
investments will tend to increase. In addition, the potential for appreciation
in the event of a decline in interest rates may be limited or negated by
increased principal prepayments in respect to certain mortgage-backed
securities, such as GNMA certificates. Prepayment of high interest rate
mortgage-backed securities during times of declining interest rates will tend to
lower the return of the Portfolio and may even result in losses to the Portfolio
if some securities were acquired at a premium. With respect to securities
supported only by the credit of the issuing agency or by an additional line of
credit with the U.S. Treasury, there is no guarantee that the U.S. Government
will provide support to such agencies and such securities may involve risk of
loss of principal and interest.
 
The Portfolio will seek to enhance income through limited investment (up to 35%
of total assets) in fixed income securities other than U.S. Government
securities. Such other fixed-income securities include: (a) corporate debt
securities that are rated at the time of purchase within the four highest grades
by either Moody's (Aaa, Aa, A, or Baa) or S&P (AAA, AA, A, or BBB); (b)
commercial paper that is rated at the time of purchase within the two highest
grades by either Moody's (Prime-1 or Prime-2) or S&P (A-1 or A-2); (c) bank
certificates of deposit (including term deposits) or bankers' acceptances issued
by domestic banks (including their foreign branches) and Canadian chartered
banks having total assets in excess of $1 billion; and (d) repurchase agreements
with respect to any of the foregoing; provided, however, the Portfolio may
invest up to 10% of its total assets in fixed income securities without regard
to the foregoing limitations, including securities that are rated below Baa by
Moody's and BBB by S&P or are non-rated (sometimes called "junk bonds"). The
characteristics of the rating categories are described in "Appendix--Ratings of
Investments" in the Statement of Additional Information. For a discussion of
lower rated and non-rated securities and related risks, see "High Yield
Portfolio" above and "Special Risk Factors--High Yield (High Risk) Bonds" below.
 
The Portfolio may also invest in collateralized obligations which, consistent
with the limitations reflected above, may be privately issued or may be issued
or guaranteed by U.S. Government agencies or instrumentalities. See "Investment
Techniques."
 
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During temporary defensive periods when the Fund's investment manager deems it
appropriate, the Portfolio may invest all or a portion of its assets in cash or
short-term high quality money market instruments, including short-term U.S.
Government securities and repurchase agreements with respect to such securities.
The yields on these securities tend to be lower than the yields on other
securities to be purchased by the Portfolio.
 
INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO. The International Portfolio seeks a total return, a
combination of capital growth and income, principally through an internationally
diversified portfolio of equity securities. Investments may be made for capital
growth or for income or any combination thereof for the purpose of achieving a
high overall return. There is no limitation on the percentage or amount of the
Portfolio's assets that may be invested for growth or income, and therefore at
any particular time the investment emphasis may be placed solely or primarily on
growth of capital or on income. While the Portfolio invests principally in
equity securities of non-U.S. issuers, it may also invest in convertible and
debt securities and foreign currencies. The Portfolio invests primarily in
non-U.S. issuers, and under normal circumstances more than 80% of the
Portfolio's total assets will be invested in non-U.S. issuers. In determining
whether the Portfolio will be invested for capital growth or income, the
investment manager analyzes the international equity and fixed income markets
and seeks to assess the degree of risk and level of return that can be expected
from each market. See "Growth and Value Stocks" below. Also see "Special Risk
Factors--Foreign Securities."
 
In pursuing its objective, the Portfolio invests primarily in common stocks of
established non-U.S. companies believed to have potential for capital growth,
income or both. However, there is no requirement that the Portfolio invest
exclusively in common stocks or other equity securities. The Portfolio may
invest in any other type of security including, but not limited to, convertible
securities (including warrants), preferred stocks, bonds, notes and other debt
securities of companies (including Euro-currency instruments and securities) or
obligations of domestic or foreign governments and their political subdivisions.
When the investment manager believes that the total return potential in debt
securities equals or exceeds that of equity securities, the Portfolio may
substantially increase its holdings of such debt securities. The Portfolio may
establish and maintain reserves for defensive purposes or to enable it to take
advantage of future buying opportunities. The Portfolio's reserves may be
invested in domestic as well as foreign short-term money market instruments
including, but not limited to, government obligations, certificates of deposit,
bankers' acceptances, time deposits, commercial paper, short-term corporate debt
securities and repurchase agreements.
 
The Portfolio makes investments in various countries. Under normal
circumstances, business activities in not less than three different foreign
countries will be represented in the portfolio. The Portfolio may, from time to
time, have more than 25% of its assets invested in any major industrial or
developed country that in the view of the investment manager poses no unique
investment risk. The Portfolio may purchase securities of companies, wherever
organized, that have their principal activities and interests outside the United
States. Under exceptional economic or market conditions abroad, the Portfolio
may, for defensive purposes, invest all or a major portion of its assets in U.S.
Government obligations or securities of companies incorporated in and having
their principal activities in the United States. The Portfolio may also invest
its reserves in domestic short-term money market instruments as described above.
 
In determining the appropriate distribution of investments among various
countries and geographic regions, the investment manager ordinarily considers
such factors as: prospects for relative economic growth among foreign countries;
expected levels of inflation; relative price levels of the various capital
markets; government policies influencing business conditions; the outlook for
currency relationships and the range of individual investment opportunities
available to the international investor. Currently, more than 60% of the market
capitalization of equity securities are represented by securities in currencies
other than the U.S. Dollar.
 
The Portfolio may purchase and sell options on securities, index options,
financial futures contracts and options on financial futures contracts. The
Portfolio may enter into forward foreign currency exchange contracts, foreign
currency options and foreign currency futures contracts and options thereon to
protect against uncertainty in the level of future foreign exchange rates. See
"Investment Techniques" below.
 
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Generally, the Portfolio will not trade in securities for short-term profits
but, when circumstances warrant, securities may be sold without regard to the
length of time held.
 
Investors should understand that the expense ratio of the Portfolio can be
expected to be higher than that of portfolios investing in domestic securities
since the costs of operation are higher.
 
SMALL CAP GROWTH PORTFOLIO. The Small Cap Growth Portfolio seeks maximum
appreciation of investors' capital. Current income will not be a significant
factor. The Portfolio is designed primarily for investors with substantial
resources and the investment experience to consider their shares as a long-term
investment involving financial risk commensurate with potential substantial
gains. Since many of the securities in the Portfolio may be considered
speculative in nature by traditional investment standards, substantially greater
than average market volatility and investment risk may be involved. There is no
assurance that the Portfolio's objective will be achieved and its returns and
net asset value will fluctuate.
 
The Small Cap Growth Portfolio seeks attractive areas for investment opportunity
arising from such factors as technological advances, new marketing methods, and
changes in the economy and population. Currently, the investment manager
believes that such investment opportunities may be found among the following:
(a) companies engaged in high technology fields such as electronics, medical
technology and computer software and specialty retailing; (b) companies having a
significantly improved earnings outlook as the result of a changed economic
environment, acquisitions, mergers, new management, changed corporate strategy
or product innovation; (c) companies supplying new or rapidly growing services
to consumers and businesses in such fields as automation, data processing,
communications, and marketing and finance; and (d) companies having innovative
concepts or ideas.
 
As a non-fundamental investment policy, at least 65% of the Small Cap Growth
Portfolio's total assets normally will be invested in the equity securities of
smaller companies, i.e., those having a market capitalization of $1 billion or
less at the time of investment, many of which would be in the early stages of
their life cycle. The investment manager currently believes that investment in
such companies may offer greater opportunities for growth of capital than
larger, more established companies, but also involves certain special risks. See
"Special Risk Factors--Small Cap Securities" below for a discussion of the risks
associated with an investment in securities of companies with small market
capitalizations. See "Growth and Value Stocks" below.
 
The Small Cap Growth Portfolio's investment portfolio will normally consist
primarily of common stocks and securities convertible into or exchangeable for
common stocks, including warrants and rights. The Portfolio may also invest to a
limited degree in preferred stocks and debt securities when they are believed by
the investment manager to offer opportunities for capital growth. The Portfolio
may also write and purchase options, engage in financial futures transactions,
purchase foreign securities, engage in related foreign currency transactions and
lend its portfolio securities. See "Special Risk Factors--Foreign Securities"
and "Investment Techniques" below. When a defensive position is deemed
advisable, the Portfolio may, without limit, invest in high grade debt
securities and securities of the U.S. Government and its agencies or
instrumentalities or retain cash or cash equivalents, including repurchase
agreements.
 
In the selection of investments, long-term capital appreciation will take
precedence over short range market fluctuations. The Small Cap Growth Portfolio
does not intend to engage actively in trading for short-term profits, although
it may occasionally make investments for short-term capital appreciation when
such action is believed to be desirable and consistent with sound investment
procedure. Generally, the Portfolio will make long-term rather than short-term
investments. Nevertheless, it may dispose of such investments at any time it may
be deemed advisable because of a subsequent change in the circumstances of a
particular company or industry or in general market or economic conditions. The
rate of portfolio turnover is not a limiting factor when changes in investment
are deemed appropriate. In addition, market conditions, cash requirements for
redemption and repurchase of Portfolio shares or other factors could affect the
portfolio turnover rate.
 
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INVESTMENT GRADE BOND PORTFOLIO. The Investment Grade Bond Portfolio seeks high
current income by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of investment
grade debt securities. Under normal market conditions, as a non-fundamental
policy, at least 65% of the Portfolio's assets will be invested in the following
categories: (a) corporate debt securities that are rated Aaa, Aa, A or Baa by
Moody's or AAA, AA, A or BBB by S&P or any other nationally recognized
statistical rating organization; (b) obligations of, or guaranteed by, the
United States, its agencies or instrumentalities; (c) obligations (payable in
U.S. Dollars) of, or guaranteed by, the government of Canada or any
instrumentality or political subdivision thereof; (d) commercial paper rated
Prime-1 or Prime-2 by Moody's or A-1 or A-2 by S&P; (e) bank certificates of
deposit or bankers' acceptances issued by domestic or Canadian chartered banks
having total deposits in excess of $1 billion; and (f) cash and cash
equivalents. The Portfolio may also invest up to 10% of its assets in preferred
stock.
 
There are market and investment risks with any security and the value of an
investment in the Portfolio may fluctuate over time. Normally, the value of the
Portfolio's investments varies inversely with changes in interest rates.
Corporate debt securities rated within the four highest grades by Moody's or S&P
are generally considered to be "investment grade." Like higher rated securities,
securities rated in the BBB or Baa categories are considered to have adequate
capacity to pay principal and interest, although they may have fewer protective
provisions than higher rated securities and thus may be adversely affected by
severe economic circumstances and are considered to have speculative
characteristics. The Portfolio may invest up to 35% of its total assets in fixed
income securities that are rated below BBB by S&P and Baa by Moody's or are
non-rated. For a discussion of lower rated and non-rated securities, commonly
referred to as "junk bonds," and related risks, see "Special Risk Factors--High
Yield (High Risk) Bonds" and "Appendix--Ratings of Investments" in the Statement
of Additional Information.
 
The Portfolio may purchase and sell options and engage in financial futures
transactions. See "Investment Techniques" below. The Portfolio may also invest
in foreign securities and engage in related foreign currency transactions. See
"Special Risk Factors--Foreign Securities" below.
 
VALUE PORTFOLIO. The Value Portfolio's investment objective is to achieve a high
rate of total return. It will invest principally in a diversified portfolio
consisting primarily of common stocks believed by the investment manager to be
undervalued. See "Growth and Value Stocks" below.
 
The Portfolio will invest primarily in common stocks of larger, listed companies
with a record of earnings and dividends, low price-earnings ratios, reasonable
returns on equity, and sound finances which, in the opinion of the investment
manager, have intrinsic value. The Portfolio may also invest in preferred
stocks, convertible securities and warrants. It is anticipated that most stocks
purchased will be listed on the New York Stock Exchange, but the Portfolio may
also purchase securities listed on other securities exchanges and in the over-
the-counter market. The Portfolio generally will invest in common stocks that
pay relatively high dividends, i.e., comparable to the dividend yield of S&P's
500 Composite Stock Index. In order to enhance its investment return, the
Portfolio may sell options on securities it holds ("covered call options"), and
sell put options on securities it may acquire. The Portfolio may earn premium
income on the sale of these options.
 
While most investments will be in dividend paying stocks, the Portfolio may also
acquire stocks that do not pay dividends in anticipation of market appreciation,
future dividends, or both, and when the investment manager believes that it
would be advantageous to write options on such stocks. The Portfolio will be
managed with a view to achieving a high rate of total return on investors'
capital primarily through appreciation of its common stock holdings, options
transactions and by acquiring and selling stock index futures and options
thereon and, to a lesser extent, through dividend and interest income, all of
which, in the investment manager's judgment, are elements of "total return."
 
While it is anticipated that under normal circumstances the Portfolio will be
fully invested, in order to conserve assets during periods when the investment
manager believes that the markets for equity securities are unduly speculative,
the Portfolio may invest all or a significant portion of its assets in cash or
defensive-type securities, such as high-grade debt securities, securities issued
or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or its agencies or
 
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instrumentalities and high quality money market instruments, including
repurchase agreements. Investments in such interest-bearing securities will be
for temporary defensive purposes only.
 
SMALL CAP VALUE PORTFOLIO. The Small Cap Value Portfolio's investment objective
is to seek long-term capital appreciation. It will invest principally in a
diversified portfolio of equity securities of small companies with market
capitalizations ranging from $100 million to $1 billion that the investment
manager believes to be undervalued. See "Growth and Value Stocks" below. The
Portfolio may also invest in preferred stocks, convertible securities and
warrants. Under normal market conditions, at least 65% of the total assets of
the Portfolio will be invested in securities of companies whose market
capitalizations are less than $1 billion. The investment manager currently
believes that investment in such companies may offer greater opportunities for
growth of capital than larger, more established companies, but also involves
certain special risks. For a discussion of the risks associated with an
investment in securities of companies with small market capitalizations, see
"Special Risk Factors--Small Cap Securities" below.
 
The Portfolio will invest primarily in common stocks of companies with a record
of earnings, low price-earnings ratios, reasonable returns on equity and sound
finances which, in the opinion of the investment manager, have intrinsic value.
Such securities are generally traded on the New York Stock Exchange, the
American Stock Exchange and in the over-the-counter market. The Portfolio may
sell covered call options on securities it holds and put options on securities
it may acquire. The Portfolio may earn premium income on the sale of these
options. The Portfolio may also engage in financial futures transactions. See
"Investment Techniques" below.
 
While it is anticipated that under normal circumstances the Portfolio will be
fully invested, in order to conserve assets during periods when the investment
manager believes that the markets for equity securities are unduly speculative,
the Portfolio may invest all or a significant portion of its assets in cash or
defensive-type securities, such as high-grade debt securities, securities issued
or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or its agencies or instrumentalities and
high quality money market instruments, including repurchase agreements.
Investments in such interest-bearing securities will be for temporary defensive
purposes only.
 
VALUE+GROWTH PORTFOLIO. The Value+Growth Portfolio seeks growth of capital
through professional management of a portfolio of growth and value stocks. These
stocks include stocks of large established companies, as well as stocks of small
companies. A secondary objective is the reduction of risk over a full market
cycle compared to a portfolio of only growth stocks or only value stocks. See
"Growth and Value Stocks" below.
 
Although it is anticipated that the Portfolio will invest primarily in common
stocks of domestic companies, the Portfolio may also purchase convertible
securities, such as bonds and preferred stocks (including warrants and rights).
The Portfolio may also purchase options, engage in financial futures
transactions, purchase foreign securities, engage in related foreign currency
transactions and lend its portfolio securities. See "Special Risk
Factors--Foreign Securities" and "Investment Techniques" below. From time to
time, all or a significant portion of the Portfolio's assets may be held
temporarily in cash or defensive type securities, such as high-grade debt
securities, securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or its
agencies or instrumentalities and high quality money market instruments,
including repurchase agreements.
 
The Portfolio does not generally make investments for short-term profits, but it
is not restricted in policy with regard to portfolio turnover and will make
changes in its investment portfolio from time to time as business and economic
conditions and market prices may dictate and as its investment policy may
require.
 
HORIZON PORTFOLIOS. The Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5 Portfolios (the
"Horizon Portfolios") are designed for investors with different investment
horizons. Investors are encouraged to choose the appropriate Horizon Portfolio
based upon their evaluation of their individual circumstances, including the
anticipated timing of major investment goals, such as sending a child or
grandchild to college, retirement or purchasing a home, as well as their
individual risk tolerance and investment objective. As investors' horizons
change, or as their investment goals change, they are encouraged to re-evaluate
their Horizon Portfolio choices to determine
 
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whether they should move all or a portion of their investment to a different
Horizon Portfolio with a more appropriate objective and asset mix. The
investment horizon of each Horizon Portfolio should not be the sole factor in
considering a Horizon Portfolio. Investors should also review the investment
objectives and policies of each Horizon Portfolio.
 
Through professional management and diversification, each Horizon Portfolio
seeks to control risk for its given time horizon. Each Horizon Portfolio's
investment objectives, investment horizon, and investment policies are described
below.
 
HORIZON 20+ PORTFOLIO. The Horizon 20+ Portfolio, designed for investors with
approximately a 20+ year investment horizon, seeks growth of capital, with
income as a secondary objective. Under normal conditions, the Horizon 20+
Portfolio expects to maintain an asset allocation of approximately 80% equity
securities and 20% fixed income securities.
 
HORIZON 10+ PORTFOLIO. The Horizon 10+ Portfolio, designed for investors with
approximately a 10+ year investment horizon, seeks a balance between growth of
capital and income, consistent with moderate risk. Under normal conditions, the
Horizon 10+ Portfolio expects to maintain an asset allocation of approximately
60% equity securities and 40% fixed income securities.
 
HORIZON 5 PORTFOLIO. The Horizon 5 Portfolio, designed for investors with
approximately a 5 year investment horizon, seeks income consistent with
preservation of capital, with growth of capital as a secondary objective. Under
normal conditions, the Horizon 5 Portfolio expects to maintain an asset
allocation of approximately 40% equity securities and 60% fixed income
securities.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                          HORIZON 20+          HORIZON 10+           HORIZON 5
                                                       TARGET ALLOCATION    TARGET ALLOCATION    TARGET ALLOCATION
                                                       -----------------    -----------------    -----------------
<S>                                                    <C>                  <C>                  <C>
Equities............................................           80%                  60%                  40%
Fixed Income........................................           20%                  40%                  60%
</TABLE>
 
Although each Horizon Portfolio has a target asset allocation of equity and
fixed income securities, the investment manager may adjust each Horizon
Portfolio's asset mix somewhat based upon cash flow, market conditions and an
evaluation of the anticipated returns and risk for various asset classes. For
example, if equities are considered to have greater appreciation potential
relative to fixed income securities during a given period, a Horizon Portfolio's
percentage weighting of equities may be increased. Allocating assets permits the
investment manager to seek optimum performance for each Horizon Portfolio
consistent with its investment objective and investment horizon. Allocation
decisions are normally based upon long-term considerations and it is expected
that, over the long-term, the target allocation percentages will be closely
approximated.
 
When the investment manager determines that adverse market or economic
conditions exist and considers a temporary defensive position advisable, each
Horizon Portfolio may invest without limitation in high-grade debt securities,
securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or its agencies or
instrumentalities, and high quality money market instruments, including
repurchase agreements, or retain cash or cash equivalents. Each Horizon
Portfolio may also purchase and write options, engage in financial futures
transactions, engage in foreign currency transactions, lend its portfolio
securities and engage in delayed delivery transactions.
 
The Horizon Portfolios do not generally make investments for short-term profits,
nor do they have separate portfolio turnover policies for the equity and fixed
income asset classes. The Horizon Portfolios are not restricted in policy with
regard to portfolio turnover and will make changes in their investments from
time to time as business and economic conditions or market prices may dictate
and as their investment objectives and policies may require.
 
EQUITIES. Each Horizon Portfolio's investment in equity securities will be
comprised primarily of common stocks of U.S. and foreign (or "international")
companies, but may also include preferred stocks, securities convertible into
and exchangeable for common or preferred stocks (including other preferred
stocks, warrants
 
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and rights, but not including convertible debt securities), equity investments
in partnerships, joint ventures and other forms of noncorporate investments and
warrants and rights exercisable for equity securities. Investments will
primarily include stocks of large, established companies, but may also include
stocks of smaller companies. Each Horizon Portfolio's equity securities will be
divided between U.S. and international as described below. The U.S. equity
portion of each Horizon Portfolio is divided further into two parts, one
invested in growth stocks and one invested in value stocks. As with the overall
asset allocation, the investment manager may, from time to time, adjust the
equity asset class of each Horizon Portfolio. It is expected, however, that
adjustments to the mix of the equity asset class will be more dynamic than
adjustments to the overall mix.
 
U.S./INTERNATIONAL. The target mix between U.S. equities and international
equities seeks the optimum balance of risk reduction and return enhancement
available from international investing. This allows investors in each Horizon
Portfolio the opportunity to invest a portion of their assets in a diversified
portfolio of foreign securities. Under normal conditions, each Horizon
Portfolio's equity securities will consist of approximately 70% U.S. and 30%
international. In the case of the international equity exposure, allocations may
range from 20% to 40%, although the investment manager may decrease a Horizon
Portfolio's exposure to zero if investments in foreign securities appear to be
relatively unattractive in the judgment of the investment manager because of
current or anticipated adverse political or economic conditions.
 
Foreign securities can be attractive because they increase diversification, as
compared to a portfolio comprised solely of U.S. securities. In addition, many
foreign economies have, from time to time, grown faster than the U.S. economy,
and the returns on investments in these countries have exceeded those of similar
U.S. investments, although there can be no assurance that these conditions will
continue. International diversification allows an investor to achieve greater
portfolio diversification and to take advantage of changes in foreign economies
and market conditions. Although international investing entails special risks,
the mixture of U.S. and international stocks is designed to reduce risk, while
also increasing potential return, relative to investing in U.S. or international
stocks alone. There is no assurance, however, that any specific allocation will
reduce risk or increase returns. See "Special Risk Factors--Foreign Securities"
below.
 
U.S. GROWTH/U.S. VALUE. The allocation between U.S. growth stocks and U.S. value
stocks seeks to reduce the risk, over a full market cycle, of holding growth
stocks or value stocks alone. See "Growth and Value Stocks" below.
 
FIXED INCOME. The fixed income portion of each Horizon Portfolio may be invested
in a broad variety of fixed income securities including, without limitation: (a)
obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or by its agencies or
instrumentalities; (b) bonds, debentures, convertible debt instruments,
assignments or participation in loans, notes, commercial paper, and other debt
securities of corporations, trusts and other entities; (c) certificates of
deposit, bankers' acceptances and time deposits and (d) cash and cash
equivalents, including repurchase agreements. The fixed income portion of each
Horizon Portfolio will be comprised of U.S. Dollar denominated instruments.
 
Each Horizon Portfolio attempts to limit its exposure to credit risk by imposing
limits on the quality of specific securities in its Portfolio and by maintaining
a relatively high average weighted credit quality. Credit quality refers to a
fixed income security issuer's expected ability to make all required interest
and principal payments in a timely manner. Higher rated fixed income securities
generally represent less risk than lower or non-rated securities. Ratings
published by nationally recognized rating agencies such as S&P and Moody's are
widely accepted measures of credit risk. The fixed income portion of each
Horizon Portfolio will be invested in securities that are rated at the time of
purchase within the four highest grades assigned by Moody's, S&P, Fitch
Investors Service, Inc. ("Fitch") or Duff & Phelps Credit Rating Co. ("Duff") or
any other Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization ("NRSRO") as
designated by the Securities and Exchange Commission, or will be of comparable
quality as determined by the investment manager, provided that up to 10% of the
fixed income portion of each Horizon Portfolio may be invested in securities
that are lower rated ("junk bonds"). The top four ratings currently assigned by
these organizations are as follows: Moody's (Aaa, Aa, A or Baa), S&P
 
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(AAA, AA, A or BBB), Fitch (AAA, AA, A or BBB) and Duff (AAA, AA, A or BBB). In
addition, under normal conditions, each Horizon Portfolio expects to maintain a
relatively high average dollar-weighted credit quality (i.e., within the top two
rating categories of an NRSRO or comparable as determined by the investment
manager). Average dollar-weighted credit quality is calculated by averaging the
ratings of each fixed income security held by a Horizon Portfolio with each
rating "weighted" according to the percentage of assets that it represents.
Average dollar-weighted credit quality is not a precise measure of the credit
risk presented by a Horizon Portfolio of fixed income securities. For instance,
a combination of securities that are rated AAA and securities that are rated BB
that together result in an average weighted credit quality of AA may present
more risk than a group of just AA rated securities.
 
After a Horizon Portfolio purchases a security, its quality level may fall below
that at which it was purchased (i.e., downgraded). In such instance, the Horizon
Portfolio would not be required to sell the security, but the investment manager
will consider such an event in determining whether the Horizon Portfolio should
continue to hold the security. The ratings of NRSROs represent their opinions as
to the quality of the securities that they undertake to rate. It should be
emphasized, however, that ratings, and other opinions as to quality, are
relative and subjective and are not absolute standards of quality. For a
discussion of lower rated and non-rated securities and related risks, see
"Special Risk Factors -- High Yield (High Risk) Bonds" below.
 
Each Horizon Portfolio attempts to limit its exposure to interest rate risk by
maintaining a relatively short duration. Interest rate risk is the risk that the
value of the fixed income securities may rise or fall as interest rates change.
Under normal conditions, the target duration of the fixed-income portion of each
Horizon Portfolio is approximately 2.5 years, although it may range from 1.5 to
3.5 years depending upon market conditions. "Duration," and the more traditional
"average dollar-weighted maturity," are measures of how a fixed income portfolio
tend to react to interest rate changes. Each fixed income security held by a
Horizon Portfolio has a stated maturity. The stated maturity is the date when
the issuer must repay the entire principal amount to an investor. A security's
term to maturity is the time remaining to maturity. A security will be treated
as having a maturity earlier than its stated maturity date if the security has
technical features (such as puts or demand features) or a variable rate of
interest that, in the judgment of the investment manager, will result in the
security being valued in the market as though it has the earlier maturity.
Average dollar-weighted maturity is calculated by averaging the terms to
maturity of each fixed income security held by each Horizon Portfolio with each
maturity "weighted" according to the percentage of assets that it represents.
Unlike average dollar-weighted maturity, duration reflects both principal and
interest payments and is designed to measure more accurately a portfolio's
sensitivity to incremental changes in interest rates than does average weighted
maturity. By way of example, if the duration of a Horizon Portfolio's fixed
income securities were two years, and interest rates decreased by 100 basis
points ( a basis point is one-hundredth of one percent), the market price of
that portfolio of fixed income securities would be expected to increase by
approximately 2%.
 
GROWTH AND VALUE STOCKS. Certain Portfolios of the Fund intend to invest in
growth stocks or value stocks, or a combination thereof. Equity portfolios
managed by ZKI typically invest in growth stocks. These include the following
Portfolios: Total Return (stock portion), Growth, International, Small Cap
Growth, Value+Growth (growth stock portion), and Horizon (growth stock portion).
Equity portfolios managed by DVA typically invest in value stocks. These include
the following Portfolios: Value, Small Cap Value, Value+Growth (value stock
portion) and Horizon (value stock portion).
 
Growth stocks are stocks of companies whose earnings per share are expected by
the investment manager to grow faster than the market average. Growth stocks
tend to trade at higher price to earnings (P/E) ratios than the general market,
but the investment manager believes that the potential of such stocks for above
average earnings more than justifies their price. Value stocks are considered
"bargain stocks" because they are perceived as undervalued, i.e., attractively
priced in relation to their earnings potential (low P/E ratios). Value stocks
typically have dividend yields higher than the average of the companies
represented in the S&P 500 Stock Index. Typically, stocks of both types will
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stocks selected for inclusion in the Small Cap Growth and Small Cap Value
Portfolios, which will typically have market capitalizations ranging from
approximately $100 million to $1 billion.
 
In managing growth stocks, ZKI emphasizes stock selection and fundamental
research in seeking to enhance long-term performance potential. ZKI considers a
number of quantitative and qualitative factors in considering whether to invest
in a growth stock including high return on equity and earnings growth rate, low
level of debt, strong balance sheet, good management and industry leadership.
Other factors considered by ZKI in making its investments in growth stocks are
patterns of increasing growth in sales and earnings, the development of new or
improved products or services, favorable outlooks for growth in the industry,
the probability of increased operating efficiencies, emphasis on research and
development, cyclical conditions, or other signs that a company is expected to
show greater than average capital appreciation and earnings growth.
 
In managing value stocks, DVA seeks stocks it believes to be undervalued.
Securities of a company may be undervalued as a result of overreaction by
investors to unfavorable news about a company, industry or the stock markets in
general or as a result of a market decline, poor economic conditions, tax-loss
selling or actual or anticipated unfavorable developments affecting the company.
The principal factor considered in determining whether a stock is undervalued is
P/E ratios.
 
DVA believes that the risk in owning stocks can be reduced by investing in
companies with sound finances whose current market prices are low in relation to
earnings. In determining whether a company's finances are sound, DVA considers
among other things, its cash position and current ratio (current assets compared
to current liabilities) and, in this regard, considers a 2:1 ratio to be
favorable. DVA applies quantitative analysis to its research process, and begins
by screening a large number of stocks. In selecting among stocks with low P/E
ratios, DVA considers other factors such as the following about the issuer:
financial strength; book-to-market value; five and ten-year earnings growth
rates; five and ten-year dividend growth rates; five and ten-year return on
equity; size of institutional ownership; and earnings estimates for the next 12
months.
 
Fundamental analysis is used on companies that initially look promising.
Earnings and cash flow analysis as well as a company's conventional dividend
payout ratio are important to this process.
 
The policies of certain Portfolios of investing in securities that may be out of
favor differs from the investment approach followed by many other investment
companies. Companies reporting poor earnings, whose businesses are cyclically
down, whose prices have declined sharply or that are not widely followed are not
typically held by most investment companies. It is DVA's belief, however, that
the securities of sound, well-managed companies that may be temporarily out of
favor due to earnings declines or other adverse developments are likely to
provide a greater total investment return than securities whose prices appear to
reflect anticipated favorable developments.
 
The allocation between growth and value stocks in the Value+Growth and Horizon
Portfolios will be made by ZKI's Quantitative Research Department with the help
of a proprietary model that evaluates macro-economic factors such as the
strength of the economy, interest rates and special factors concerning growth
and value stocks. Historically, the performance of growth and value stocks has
tended to be counter-cyclical, i.e., when one was in favor, the other was out of
favor relative to the equity market in general. Through the allocation process,
the investment manager will seek to weight the Portfolio more heavily in the
type of stocks that are believed to present greater total return opportunities
at the time. The neutral allocation between growth and value stocks would be
50%/50%. Although allocations in favor of growth or value normally would not be
expected to exceed 60%, the allocation to growth or value may be up to 75% at
any time. Allocation decisions are normally based upon long-term considerations
and changes would normally be expected to be gradual. There is no assurance that
the allocation process will improve investment results.
 
SPECIAL RISK FACTORS--HIGH YIELD (HIGH RISK) BONDS. As reflected above, the High
Yield Portfolio intends to invest a substantial portion of its assets in fixed
income securities offering high current income. Subject to their specific
investment objectives and policies as described above, the Total Return,
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Investment Grade Bond and Horizon Portfolios also may invest a portion of their
assets in such securities. Such high yield (high risk) fixed income securities
will ordinarily be in the lower rating categories (securities rated below the
fourth category) of recognized rating agencies or will be non-rated. Lower rated
and non-rated securities, which are commonly referred to as "junk bonds," have
widely varying characteristics and quality. These lower rated and non-rated
fixed income securities are considered, on balance, as predominantly speculative
with respect to capacity to pay interest and repay principal in accordance with
the terms of the obligation and generally will involve more credit risk than
securities in the higher rating categories.
 
The market values of such securities tend to reflect individual corporate
developments to a greater extent than do those of higher rated securities, which
react primarily to fluctuations in the general level of interest rates. Such
lower rated securities also are more sensitive to economic conditions than are
higher rated securities. Adverse publicity and investor perceptions regarding
lower rated bonds, whether or not based on fundamental analysis, may depress the
prices for such securities. These and other factors adversely affecting the
market value of high yield securities will adversely affect a Portfolio's net
asset value.
 
The investment philosophy of the High Yield Portfolio with respect to high yield
(high risk) bonds is based upon the premise that over the long term a broadly
diversified portfolio of high yield fixed-income securities should, even taking
into account possible losses, provide a higher net return than that achievable
on a portfolio of higher rated securities. The Portfolio seeks to achieve the
highest yields possible while reducing relative risk through (a) broad
diversification, (b) credit analysis by the investment manager of the issuers in
which the Portfolio invests, (c) purchase of high yield securities at discounts
from par or stated value when practicable and (d) monitoring and seeking to
anticipate changes and trends in the economy and financial markets that might
affect the prices of portfolio securities. The investment manager's judgment as
to the "reasonableness" of the risk involved in any particular investment will
be a function of its experience in managing fixed income investments and its
evaluation of general economic and financial conditions, a specific issuer's
business and management, cash flow, earnings coverage of interest and dividends,
ability to operate under adverse economic conditions, and fair market value of
assets, and of such other considerations as the investment manager may deem
appropriate. The investment manager, while seeking maximum current yield, will
monitor current corporate developments with respect to portfolio securities and
potential investments and to broad trends in the economy. In some circumstances,
defensive strategies may be implemented to preserve or enhance capital even at
the sacrifice of current yield. Defensive strategies, which may be used singly
or in any combination, may include, but are not limited to, investments in
discount securities or investments in money market instruments as well as
futures and options strategies.
 
High yield (high risk) securities frequently are issued by corporations in the
growth stage of their development. They may also be issued in connection with a
corporate reorganization or a corporate takeover. Companies that issue such high
yielding securities often are highly leveraged and may not have available to
them more traditional methods of financing. Therefore, the risk associated with
acquiring the securities of such issuers
generally is greater than is the case with higher rated securities. For example,
during an economic downturn or recession, highly leveraged issuers of high yield
securities may experience financial stress. During such periods, such issuers
may not have sufficient revenues to meet their interest payment obligations. The
issuer's ability to service its debt obligations may also be adversely affected
by specific corporate developments, or the issuer's inability to meet specific
projected business forecasts, or the unavailability of additional financing. The
risk of loss from default by the issuer is significantly greater for the holders
of high yield securities because such securities are generally unsecured and are
often subordinated to other creditors of the issuer. Although some risk is
inherent in all securities ownership, holders of fixed income securities have a
claim on the assets of the issuer prior to the holders of common stock.
Therefore, an investment in fixed income securities generally entails less risk
than an investment in common stock of the same issuer.
 
A Portfolio may have difficulty disposing of certain high yield (high risk)
securities because they may have a thin trading market. Because not all dealers
maintain markets in all high yield securities, the Fund anticipates that such
securities could be sold only to a limited number of dealers or institutional
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secondary market may have an adverse effect on market price and a Portfolio's
ability to dispose of particular issues and may also make it more difficult for
a Portfolio to obtain accurate market quotations for purposes of valuing a
Portfolio's assets. Market quotations generally are available on many high yield
issues only from a limited number of dealers and may not necessarily represent
firm bids of such dealers or prices for actual sales.
 
Zero coupon securities and pay-in-kind bonds involve additional special
considerations. Zero coupon securities are debt obligations that do not entitle
the holder to any periodic payments of interest prior to maturity or a specified
cash payment date when the securities begin paying current interest (the "cash
payment date") and therefore are issued and traded at a discount from their face
amount or par value. The market prices of zero coupon securities are generally
more volatile than the market prices of securities that pay interest
periodically and are likely to respond to changes in interest rates to a greater
degree than do securities paying interest currently having similar maturities
and credit quality. Zero coupon, pay-in-kind or deferred interest bonds carry
additional risk in that, unlike bonds that pay interest throughout the period to
maturity, a Portfolio will realize no cash until the cash payment date unless a
portion of such securities is sold and, if the issuer defaults, a Portfolio may
obtain no return at all on its investment.
 
Current federal income tax law requires the holder of a zero coupon security or
of certain pay-in-kind bonds (bonds which pay interest through the issuance of
additional bonds) to accrue income with respect to these securities prior to the
receipt of cash payments. To maintain its qualification as a regulated
investment company and avoid liability for federal income taxes, a Portfolio
will be required to distribute income accrued with respect to these securities.
 
Additional information concerning high yield (high risk) securities appears
under "Appendix--High Yield Portfolio/Portfolio Composition" in this prospectus
and under "Appendix--Ratings of Investments" in the Statement of Additional
Information.
 
SPECIAL RISK FACTORS--FOREIGN SECURITIES. The Total Return, High Yield, Growth,
Small Cap Growth, Investment Grade Bond and Value+Growth Portfolios invest
primarily in securities that are publicly traded in the United States; but, they
have discretion to invest a portion of their assets in foreign securities that
are traded principally in securities markets outside the United States. As a
non-fundamental policy, these Portfolios currently limit investment in foreign
securities not publicly traded in the United States to 25% of their total
assets. The Horizon Portfolios will invest in foreign securities at a target
level normally ranging from 20% to 40% of the allocation of each Portfolio to
equity securities. See "Horizon Portfolios" above. These Portfolios may also
invest without limit in U.S. Dollar denominated American Depository Receipts
("ADRs") which are bought and sold in the United States and are not subject to
the preceding limitation. The Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios may invest up
to 20% of their assets in securities of foreign companies in the form of ADRs.
Foreign securities in which a Portfolio may invest include any type of security
consistent with that Portfolio's investment objective and policies. In
connection with their foreign securities investments, such Portfolios may, to a
limited extent, engage in foreign currency exchange transactions and purchase
and sell foreign currency options and foreign currency futures contracts as a
hedge and not for speculation. The International Portfolio may invest without
limit in foreign securities and may engage in foreign currency exchange
transactions and may purchase and sell foreign currency options and foreign
currency futures contracts. See "Investment Techniques--Options and Financial
Futures Transactions--Foreign Currency Transactions." The Money Market Portfolio
and Government Securities Portfolio, each within its quality standards, may also
invest in securities of foreign issuers. However, such investments will be in
U.S. Dollar denominated instruments.
 
Foreign securities involve currency risks. The U.S. Dollar value of a foreign
security tends to decrease when the value of the U.S. Dollar rises against the
foreign currency in which the security is denominated and tends to increase when
the value of the U.S. Dollar falls against such currency. Fluctuations in
exchange rates may also affect the earning power and asset value of the foreign
entity issuing the security. Dividend and interest payments may be repatriated
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restrictions on capital flows may be imposed. Losses and other expenses may be
incurred in converting between various currencies.
 
Foreign securities may be subject to foreign government taxes that reduce their
attractiveness. Other risks of investing in such securities include political or
economic instability in the country involved, the difficulty of predicting
international trade patterns and the possibility of imposition of exchange
controls. The prices of such securities may be more volatile than those of
domestic securities. In addition, there may be less publicly available
information about foreign issuers than about domestic issuers. Many foreign
issuers are not subject to uniform accounting, auditing and financial reporting
standards comparable to those applicable to domestic issuers. There is generally
less regulation of stock exchanges, brokers, banks, and listed companies abroad
than in the United States. With respect to certain foreign countries, there is a
possibility of expropriation or diplomatic developments which could affect
investment in these countries.
 
EMERGING MARKETS. While a Portfolio's investments in foreign securities will
principally be in developed countries, a Portfolio may make investments in
developing or "emerging" countries, which involve exposure to economic
structures that are generally less diverse and mature than in the United States,
and to political systems that may be less stable. A developing or emerging
market country can be considered to be a country that is in the initial stages
of its industrialization cycle. Currently, emerging markets generally include
every country in the world other than the United States, Canada, Japan,
Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Singapore and most Western European
countries. Currently, investing in many emerging markets may not be desirable or
feasible because of the lack of adequate custody arrangements for a Portfolio's
assets, overly burdensome repatriation and similar restrictions, the lack of
organized and liquid securities markets, unacceptable political risks or other
reasons. As opportunities to invest in securities in emerging markets develop, a
Portfolio may expand and further broaden the group of emerging markets in which
it invests. In the past, markets of developing or emerging market countries have
been more volatile than the markets of developed countries; however, such
markets often have provided higher rates of return to investors. The investment
manager believes that these characteristics can be expected to continue in the
future.
 
Many of the risks described above relating to foreign securities generally will
be greater for emerging markets than for developed countries. For instance,
economies in individual developing markets may differ favorably or unfavorably
from the U.S. economy in such respects as growth of domestic product, rates of
inflation, currency depreciation, capital reinvestment, resource
self-sufficiency and balance of payments positions. Many emerging markets have
experienced substantial rates of inflation for many years. Inflation and rapid
fluctuations in inflation rates have had and may continue to have very negative
effects on the economies and securities markets of certain developing markets.
Economies in emerging markets generally are dependent heavily upon international
trade and, accordingly, have been and may continue to be affected adversely by
trade barriers, exchange controls, managed adjustments in relative currency
values and other protectionist measures imposed or negotiated by the countries
with which they trade. These economies also have been and may continue to be
affected adversely by economic conditions in the countries with which they
trade.
 
Also, the securities markets of developing countries are substantially smaller,
less developed, less liquid and more volatile than the securities markets of the
United States and other more developed countries. Disclosure, regulatory and
accounting standards in many respects are less stringent than in the United
States and other developed markets. There also may be a lower level of
monitoring and regulation of developing markets and the activities of investors
in such markets, and enforcement of existing regulations has been extremely
limited.
 
In addition, brokerage commissions, custodial services and other needs relating
to investment in foreign markets generally are more expensive than in the United
States; this is particularly true with respect to emerging markets. Such markets
have different settlement and clearance procedures. In certain markets there
have been times when settlements have been unable to keep pace with the volume
of securities transactions, making it difficult to conduct such transactions.
Such settlement problems may cause emerging market securities to be illiquid.
The inability of a Portfolio to make intended securities purchases because of
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cause the Portfolio to miss attractive investment opportunities. Inability to
dispose of a portfolio security because of settlement problems could result in
losses to a Portfolio from subsequent declines in value of the portfolio
security or, if a Portfolio has entered into a contract to sell the security, it
could result in possible liability to the purchaser. Certain emerging markets
may lack clearing facilities equivalent to those in developed countries.
Accordingly, settlements can pose additional risks in such markets and
ultimately can expose a Portfolio to the risk of losses resulting from the
Portfolio's inability to recover from a counterparty.
 
The risk also exists that an emergency situation may arise in one or more
emerging markets as a result of which trading in securities may cease or may be
substantially curtailed and prices for a Portfolio's securities in such markets
may not be readily available. A Portfolio's securities in the affected markets
will be valued at fair value determined in good faith by or under the direction
of the Board of Trustees of the Fund.
 
Investment in certain emerging market securities is restricted or controlled to
varying degrees. These restrictions or controls may at times limit or preclude
foreign investment in certain emerging market securities and increase the costs
and expenses of a Portfolio. Emerging markets may require governmental approval
for the repatriation of investment income, capital or the proceeds of sales of
securities by foreign investors. In addition, if a deterioration occurs in an
emerging market country's balance of payments, the market could impose temporary
restrictions on foreign capital remittances.
 
FIXED INCOME. Since most foreign fixed income securities are not rated, a
Portfolio will invest in foreign fixed income securities based upon the
investment manager's analysis without relying on published ratings. Since such
investments will be based upon the investment manager's analysis rather than
upon published ratings, achievement of a Portfolio's goals may depend more upon
the abilities of the investment manager than would otherwise be the case.
 
The value of the foreign fixed income securities held by a Portfolio, and thus
the net asset value of the Portfolio's shares, generally will fluctuate with (a)
changes in the perceived creditworthiness of the issuers of those securities,
(b) movements in interest rates, and (c) changes in the relative values of the
currencies in which a Portfolio's investments in fixed income securities are
denominated with respect to the U.S. Dollar. The extent of the fluctuation will
depend on various factors, such as the average maturity of a Portfolio's
investments in foreign fixed income securities, and the extent to which a
Portfolio hedges its interest rate, credit and currency exchange rate risks.
Many of the foreign fixed income obligations in which a Portfolio will invest
will have long maturities. A longer average maturity generally is associated
with a higher level of volatility in the market value of such securities in
response to changes in market conditions.
 
Investments in sovereign debt, including Brady Bonds, involve special risks.
Brady Bonds are debt securities issued under a plan implemented to allow debtor
nations to restructure their outstanding commercial bank indebtedness. Foreign
governmental issuers of debt or the governmental authorities that control the
repayment of the debt may be unable or unwilling to repay principal or pay
interest when due. In the event of default, there may be limited or no legal
recourse in that, generally, remedies for defaults must be pursued in the courts
of the defaulting party. Political conditions, especially a sovereign entity's
willingness to meet the terms of its fixed income securities, are of
considerable significance. Also, there can be no assurance that the holders of
commercial bank loans to the same sovereign entity may not contest payments to
the holders of sovereign debt in the event of default under commercial bank loan
agreements. In addition, there is no bankruptcy proceeding with respect to
sovereign debt on which a sovereign has defaulted, and a Portfolio may be unable
to collect all or any part of its investment in a particular issue.
 
Foreign investment in certain sovereign debt is restricted or controlled to
varying degrees, including requiring governmental approval for the repatriation
of income, capital or proceeds of sales by foreign investors. These restrictions
or controls may at times limit or preclude foreign investment in certain
sovereign debt or increase the costs and expenses of a Portfolio. A significant
portion of the sovereign debt in which a Portfolio may invest is issued as part
of debt restructuring and such debt is to be considered speculative. There is a
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with respect to commercial bank loans by public and private entities issuing
Brady Bonds. All or a portion of the interest payments and/or principal
repayment with respect to Brady Bonds may be uncollateralized.
 
PRIVATIZED ENTERPRISES. Investments in foreign securities may include securities
issued by enterprises that have undergone or are currently undergoing
privatization. The governments of certain foreign countries have, to varying
degrees, embarked on privatization programs contemplating the sale of all or
part of their interests in state enterprises. A Portfolio's investments in the
securities of privatized enterprises include privately negotiated investments in
a government or state-owned or controlled company or enterprise that has not yet
conducted an initial equity offering, investments in the initial offering of
equity securities of a state enterprise or former state enterprise and
investments in the securities of a state enterprise following its initial equity
offering.
 
In certain jurisdictions, the ability of a foreign entity, such as a Portfolio
of the Fund, to participate in privatizations may be limited by local law, or
the price or terms on which a Portfolio of the Fund may be able to participate
may be less advantageous than for local investors. Moreover, there can be no
assurance that governments that have embarked on privatization programs will
continue to divest their ownership of state enterprises, that proposed
privatizations will be successful or that governments will not re-nationalize
enterprises that have been privatized.
 
In the case of the enterprises in which a Portfolio of the Fund may invest,
large blocks of the stock of those enterprises may be held by a small group of
stockholders, even after the initial equity offerings by those enterprises. The
sale of some portion or all of those blocks could have an adverse effect on the
price of the stock of any such enterprise.
 
Prior to making an initial equity offering, most state enterprises or former
state enterprises go through an internal reorganization or management. Such
reorganizations are made in an attempt to better enable these enterprises to
compete in the private sector. However, certain reorganizations could result in
a management team that does not function as well as the enterprise's prior
management and may have a negative effect on such enterprise. In addition, the
privatization of an enterprise by its government may occur over a number of
years, with the government continuing to hold a controlling position in the
enterprise even after the initial equity offering for the enterprise.
 
Prior to privatization, most of the state enterprises in which a Portfolio may
invest enjoy the protection of and receive preferential treatment from the
respective sovereigns that own or control them. After making an initial equity
offering these enterprises may no longer have such protection or receive such
preferential treatment and may become subject to market competition from which
they were previously protected. Some of these enterprises may not be able to
effectively operate in a competitive market and may suffer losses or experience
bankruptcy due to such competition.
 
DEPOSITORY RECEIPTS. For many foreign securities, there are U.S.
Dollar-denominated ADRs, which are bought and sold in the United States and are
issued by domestic banks. ADRs represent the right to receive securities of
foreign issuers deposited in the domestic bank or a correspondent bank. ADRs do
not eliminate all the risk inherent in investing in the securities of foreign
issuers, such as changes in foreign currency exchange rates. However, by
investing in ADRs rather than directly in foreign issuers' stock, the Portfolios
avoid currency risks during the settlement period. In general, there is a large,
liquid market in the United States for most ADRs. Securities of foreign issuers
are also available in the form of European Depository Receipts ("EDRs") and
Global Depository Receipts ("GDRs"), which are receipts evidencing an
arrangement with a bank similar to that for ADRs and are designed for use in
European and other foreign securities markets. EDRs and GDRs are not necessarily
denominated in the currency of the underlying security.
 
SPECIAL RISK FACTORS--SMALL CAP SECURITIES. As reflected above, the Small Cap
Growth and Small Cap Value Portfolios intend to invest a substantial portion of
their assets in equity securities of small companies, i.e., those having a
market capitalization of $1 billion or less at the time of investment.
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companies with small market capitalizations are generally considered to offer
greater opportunity for appreciation and to involve greater risks of
depreciation than securities of companies with larger market capitalizations.
Smaller companies often have limited product lines, markets or financial
resources, and they may be dependent upon one or a few key people for
management. Since the securities of such companies are not as broadly traded as
those of companies with larger market capitalizations, these securities are
often subject to wider and more abrupt fluctuations in market price.
 
Among the reasons for the greater price volatility of these securities are the
less certain growth prospects of smaller firms, a lower degree of liquidity in
the markets for such stocks compared to larger capitalization stocks or the
market averages in general, and the greater sensitivity of small companies to
changing economic conditions. In addition to exhibiting greater volatility,
small company stocks may, to a degree, fluctuate independently of larger company
stocks. Small company stocks may decline in price as large company stock prices
rise, or rise in price as large company stock prices decline. Investors should
therefore expect that the value of the shares of the Small Cap Growth and Small
Cap Value Portfolios may be more volatile than the shares of a portfolio that
invests in larger capitalization stocks.
 
THE FUND. The portfolio turnover rates for the Total Return, High Yield, Growth,
Government Securities, International and Small Cap Growth Portfolios are listed
under "Financial Highlights." Since securities with maturities of less than one
year are excluded from portfolio turnover rate calculations, the portfolio
turnover rate for the Money Market Portfolio is zero. It is anticipated that,
under normal circumstances, the portfolio turnover rate for the Value, Small Cap
Value, Value+Growth and Horizon Portfolios will not exceed 100%. The Investment
Grade Bond Portfolio may experience a relatively high portfolio turnover rate
(over 100%). Frequency of portfolio turnover will not be a limiting factor
should a Portfolio's investment manager deem it desirable to purchase or sell
securities. Higher portfolio turnover (over 100%) involves correspondingly
greater brokerage commissions or other transaction costs. Higher portfolio
turnover may result in the realization of greater net short-term capital gains.
In order to continue to qualify as a regulated investment company for federal
income tax purposes, less than 30% of the annual gross income of a Portfolio
must be derived from the sale or disposition of securities and certain other
investments held by a Portfolio for less than three months. See "Dividends and
Taxes" in the Statement of Additional Information.
 
A Portfolio will not, as a non-fundamental policy, purchase illiquid securities
including repurchase agreements maturing in more than seven days, if, as a
result thereof, more than 15% (10% for the Money Market Portfolio) of the
Portfolio's net assets, valued at the time of the transactions, would be
invested in such securities.
 
                             INVESTMENT TECHNIQUES
 
LENDING OF PORTFOLIO SECURITIES. Consistent with applicable regulatory
requirements, each Portfolio may lend securities (principally to broker-dealers)
where such loans are callable at any time and are continuously secured by
segregated collateral (cash or U.S. Government securities) equal to no less than
the market value, determined daily, of the securities loaned. The Portfolio will
receive amounts equal to dividends or interest on the securities loaned. It will
also earn income for having made the loan. Any cash collateral pursuant to these
loans will be invested in short-term money market instruments. As with other
extensions of credit, there are risks of delay in recovery or even loss of
rights in the collateral should the borrower of the securities fail financially.
However, the loans would be made only to firms deemed by the Portfolio's
investment manager to be of good standing, and when the Portfolio's investment
manager believes the potential earnings to justify the attendant risk.
Management will limit such lending to not more than one-third of the value of a
Portfolio's total assets.
 
OPTIONS AND FINANCIAL FUTURES TRANSACTIONS. Each Portfolio except the Money
Market Portfolio may deal in options on securities and securities indices, which
options may be listed for trading on a national securities exchange or traded
over-the-counter, except that the Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios do not
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over-the-counter options transactions. The ability to engage in options
transactions enables a Portfolio to pursue its investment objective and also to
hedge against currency and market risks but is not intended for speculation. In
connection with their foreign securities investments, the Total Return, High
Yield, Growth, International, Small Cap Growth, Investment Grade Bond and
Horizon Portfolios may also purchase and sell, and the Value+Growth Portfolio
may purchase, foreign currency options.
 
The Government Securities Portfolio individually may write (sell) covered call
options on up to 100% of net assets, may write (sell) secured put options on up
to 50% of net assets and may purchase put and call options provided that no more
than 5% of net assets may be invested in premiums on such options. The Total
Return, High Yield, Growth, International, Small Cap Growth, Investment Grade
Bond and Horizon Portfolios may write (sell) covered call and secured put
options on up to 25% of net assets and may purchase put and call options
provided that no more than 5% of its net assets may be invested in premiums on
such options. The Value+Growth Portfolio may purchase put and call options
provided that no more than 5% of its net assets may be invested in premiums on
such options.
 
The Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios are authorized to sell covered call
options on all of the stocks they hold. No put option will be sold, however, if
as a result, either Portfolio would be obligated to purchase securities whose
total value exceeds 50% of its net assets.
 
The Portfolios may write (sell) covered call options so long as they own
securities or other assets that are acceptable for escrow purposes. Also, such
Portfolios may write (sell) secured put options, which means that so long as the
Portfolio is obligated as a writer of a put option, it will invest an amount not
less than the exercise price of the put option in money market instruments.
 
A call option gives the purchaser the right to buy, and the writer the
obligation to sell, the underlying security or other asset at the exercise price
during the option period. A put option gives the purchaser the right to sell,
and the writer the obligation to buy, the underlying security or other asset at
the exercise price during the option period. The writer of a covered call owns
securities or other assets that are acceptable for escrow and the writer of a
secured put invests an amount not less than the exercise price in eligible
securities or other assets to the extent that it is obligated as a writer. If a
call written by a Portfolio is exercised, the Portfolio foregoes any possible
profit from an increase in the market price of the underlying security or other
asset over the exercise price plus the premium received. In writing puts, there
is a risk that a Portfolio may be required to take delivery of the underlying
security or other asset at a disadvantageous price.
 
Over-the-counter traded options ("OTC options") differ from exchange traded
options in several respects. Such options are transacted with dealers directly
and not with a clearing corporation and there is a risk of non-performance by
the dealer as a result of the insolvency of such dealer or otherwise, in which
event a Portfolio may experience material losses. However, in writing options
the premium is paid in advance by the dealer. OTC options are available for a
greater variety of securities or other assets, and a wider range of expiration
dates and exercise prices, than for exchange traded options.
 
A Portfolio, as part of its option transactions, also may use index options.
Through the writing or purchase of index options a Portfolio can achieve many of
the same objectives as through the use of options on individual securities.
Options on securities indices are similar to options on a security except that,
rather than the right to take or make delivery of a security at a specified
price, an option on a securities index gives the holder the right to receive,
upon exercise of the option, an amount of cash if the closing level of the
securities index upon which the option is based is greater than, in the case of
a call, or less than, in the case of a put, the exercise price of the option.
 
Price movements in securities which a Portfolio owns or intends to purchase
probably will not correlate perfectly with movements in the level of an index
and, therefore, a Portfolio bears the risk of a loss on an index option which is
not completely offset by movements in the price of such securities. Because
index options are settled in cash, a call writer cannot determine the amount of
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call writing on specific securities, cannot provide in advance for, or cover,
its potential settlement obligations by acquiring and holding the underlying
securities.
 
Each Portfolio except the Money Market Portfolio may engage in financial futures
transactions. Financial futures contracts are commodity contracts that obligate
the long or short holder to take or make delivery of a specified quantity of a
financial instrument, such as a security, or the cash value of a securities
index during a specified future period at a specified price. A Portfolio will
"cover" futures contracts sold by the Portfolio and maintain in a segregated
account certain liquid assets in connection with futures contracts purchased by
the Portfolio as described under "Investment Policies and Techniques" in the
Statement of Additional Information. In connection with their foreign securities
investments, the Total Return, High Yield, Growth, International, Small Cap
Growth, Investment Grade Bond, Value+Growth and Horizon Portfolios may also
engage in foreign currency financial futures transactions. A Portfolio will not
enter into any futures contracts or options on futures contracts if the
aggregate of the contract value of the outstanding futures contracts of the
Portfolio and futures contracts subject to outstanding options written by the
Portfolio would exceed 50% of the total assets of the Portfolio.
 
The Portfolios may engage in financial futures transactions and may use index
options as an attempt to hedge against currency and market risks. For example,
when the near-term market view is bearish but the portfolio composition is
judged satisfactory for the longer term, exposure to temporary declines in the
market may be reduced by entering into futures contracts to sell securities or
the cash value of an index. Conversely, where the near-term view is bullish, but
a Portfolio is believed to be well positioned for the longer term with a high
cash position, the Portfolio can hedge against market increases by entering into
futures contracts to buy securities or the cash value of an index. In either
case, the use of futures contracts would tend to reduce portfolio turnover and
facilitate a Portfolio's pursuit of its investment objective. Also, if a
Portfolio owned long-term bonds and interest rates were expected to rise, it
could sell financial futures contracts. If interest rates did increase, the
value of the bonds in the Portfolio would decline, but this decline would be
offset in whole or in part by an increase in the value of the Portfolio's
futures contracts. If, on the other hand, long-term interest rates were expected
to decline, the Portfolio could hold short-term debt securities and benefit from
the income earned by holding such securities, while at the same time the
Portfolio could purchase futures contracts on long-term bonds or the cash value
of a securities index. Thus, the Portfolio could take advantage of the
anticipated rise in the value of long-term bonds without actually buying them.
The futures contracts and short-term debt securities could then be liquidated
and the cash proceeds used to buy long-term bonds.
 
Futures contracts entail risks. If the investment manager's judgment about the
general direction of interest rates, markets or exchange rates is wrong, the
overall performance may be poorer than if no such contracts had been entered
into. There may be an imperfect correlation between movements in prices of
futures contracts and portfolio assets being hedged. In addition, the market
prices of futures contracts may be affected by certain factors. If participants
in the futures market elect to close out their contracts through offsetting
transactions rather than meet margin requirements, distortions in the normal
relationship between the assets and futures market could result. Price
distortions also could result if investors in futures contracts decide to make
or take delivery of underlying securities or other assets rather than engage in
closing transactions because of the resultant reduction in the liquidity of the
futures market. In addition, because, from the point of view of speculators,
margin requirements in the futures market are less onerous than margin
requirements in the cash market, increased participation by speculators in the
futures market could cause temporary price distortions. Due to the possibility
of price distortions in the futures market and because of the imperfect
correlation between movements in the prices of securities or other assets and
movements in the prices of futures contracts, a correct forecast of market
trends by the investment manager still may not result in a successful hedging
transaction. A Portfolio could also experience losses if it could not close out
its futures position because of an illiquid secondary market. If any of these
events should occur, a Portfolio could lose money on the financial futures
contracts and also on the value of its portfolio assets. The costs incurred in
connection with futures transactions could reduce a Portfolio's return.
 
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Index options involve risks similar to those risks relating to transactions in
financial futures contracts described above. Also, an option purchased by a
Portfolio may expire worthless, in which case a Portfolio would lose the premium
paid therefor.
 
A Portfolio may engage in futures transactions only on commodities exchanges or
boards of trade. A Portfolio will not engage in transactions in index options,
financial futures contracts or related options for speculation, but only as an
attempt to hedge against changes in interest rates or market conditions
affecting the values of securities which the Portfolio owns or intends to
purchase.
 
FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSACTIONS. As indicated under "Investment Objectives,
Policies and Risk Factors--Special Risk Factors--Foreign Securities," the Total
Return, High Yield, Growth, Small Cap Growth, Investment Grade Bond,
Value+Growth and Horizon Portfolios may invest a limited portion of their
assets, and the International Portfolio may invest without limit, in securities
denominated in foreign currencies. These Portfolios may engage in foreign
currency transactions in connection with their investments in foreign securities
but will not speculate in foreign currency exchange.
 
The value of the foreign securities investments of a Portfolio measured in U.S.
Dollars (including ADRs) may be affected favorably or unfavorably by changes in
foreign currency exchange rates and exchange control regulations, and the
Portfolio may incur costs in connection with conversions between various
currencies. A Portfolio will conduct its foreign currency exchange transactions
either on a spot (i.e., cash) basis at the spot rate prevailing in the foreign
currency exchange market, or through forward contracts to purchase or sell
foreign currencies. A forward foreign currency exchange contract involves an
obligation to purchase or sell a specific currency at a future date, which may
be any fixed number of days from the date of the contract agreed upon by the
parties, at a price set at the time of the contract. These contracts are traded
directly between currency traders (usually large commercial banks) and their
customers.
 
When a Portfolio enters into a contract for the purchase or sale of a security
denominated in a foreign currency, it may want to establish the U.S. Dollar cost
or proceeds, as the case may be. By entering into a forward contract in U.S.
Dollars for the purchase or sale of the amount of foreign currency involved in
an underlying security transaction, the Portfolio is able to protect itself
against a possible loss between trade and settlement date resulting from an
adverse change in the relationship between the U.S. Dollar and such foreign
currency. However, this tends to limit potential gains that might result from a
positive change in such currency relationships. A Portfolio may also hedge its
foreign currency exchange rate risk by engaging in currency financial futures
and options transactions.
 
When the investment manager believes that the currency of a particular foreign
country may suffer a substantial decline against the U.S. Dollar, it may enter
into a forward contract to sell an amount of foreign currency approximating the
value of some or all of the Portfolio's securities denominated in such foreign
currency. In this situation the International Portfolio may, instead, enter into
a forward contract to sell a different foreign currency for a fixed U.S. Dollar
amount when the investment manager believes that the U.S. Dollar value of the
currency to be sold pursuant to the forward contract will fall whenever there is
a decline in the U.S. Dollar value of the currency in which portfolio securities
of the International Portfolio are denominated ("cross-hedge"). The forecasting
of short-term currency market movement is extremely difficult and whether such a
short-term hedging strategy will be successful is highly uncertain.
 
It is impossible to forecast with precision the market value of portfolio
securities at the expiration of a contract. Accordingly, it may be necessary for
a Portfolio to purchase additional currency on the spot market (and bear the
expense of such purchase) if the market value of the security is less than the
amount of foreign currency the Portfolio is obligated to deliver when a decision
is made to sell the security and make delivery of the foreign currency in
settlement of a forward contract. Conversely, it may be necessary to sell on the
spot market some of the foreign currency received upon the sale of the portfolio
security if its market value exceeds the amount of foreign currency the
Portfolio is obligated to deliver.
 
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The Portfolios will not speculate in foreign currency exchange. A Portfolio will
not enter into such forward contracts or maintain a net exposure in such
contracts where the Fund would be obligated to deliver an amount of foreign
currency in excess of the value of the Portfolio's securities or other assets
(a) denominated in that currency or (b), in the case of a "cross-hedge" for the
International Portfolio, denominated in a currency or currencies that the Fund's
investment manager believes will have price movements that closely correlate
with that currency. The Fund's custodian bank segregates cash or liquid
high-grade debt securities in an amount not less than the value of each
Portfolio's total assets committed to forward foreign currency exchange
contracts entered into for the purchase of a foreign currency. If the value of
the securities segregated declines, additional cash or securities are added so
that the segregated amount is not less than the amount of the Portfolio's
commitments with respect to such contracts. The Portfolios do not intend to
enter into such forward contracts if they would have more than 15% of the value
of their total assets committed to such contracts. A Portfolio generally does
not enter into a forward contract with a term longer than one year.
 
DERIVATIVES. In addition to options, financial futures and foreign currency
transactions, consistent with its objective, each Portfolio may invest in a
broad array of financial instruments and securities in which the value of the
instrument or security is "derived" from the performance of an underlying asset
or a "benchmark" such as a security index, an interest rate or a currency
("derivatives"). Derivatives are most often used in an effort to manage
investment risk, to increase or decrease exposure to an asset class or benchmark
(as a hedge or to enhance return), or to create an investment position
indirectly (often because it is more efficient or less costly than direct
investment). There is no guarantee that these results can be achieved through
the use of derivatives. The types of derivatives used by each Portfolio and the
techniques employed by the Portfolio's investment manager may change over time
as new derivatives and strategies are developed or regulatory changes occur.
 
SPECIAL RISK FACTORS--OPTIONS, FUTURES, FOREIGN CURRENCIES AND OTHER
DERIVATIVES. The Statement of Additional Information contains further
information about the characteristics, risks and possible benefits of options,
futures, foreign currency and other derivative transactions. See "Investment
Policies and Techniques" in the Statement of Additional Information. The
principal risks are: (a) possible imperfect correlation between movements in the
prices of options, currencies, futures or other derivatives contracts and
movements in the prices of the securities or currencies hedged, used for cover
or that the derivatives intended to replicate; (b) lack of assurance that a
liquid secondary market will exist for any particular option, futures, foreign
currency or other derivatives contract at any particular time; (c) the need for
additional skills and techniques beyond those required for normal portfolio
management; (d) losses on futures contracts resulting from market movements not
anticipated by the investment manager; (e) the possible need to defer closing
out certain options, futures or other derivative contracts in order to continue
to qualify for beneficial tax treatment afforded regulated investment companies
under the Internal Revenue Code; and (f) the possible non-performance of the
counter-party to the derivative contract.
 
DELAYED DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS. The Total Return, High Yield, Growth, Government
Securities, Investment Grade Bond and Horizon Portfolios may purchase or sell
portfolio securities on a when-issued or delayed delivery basis. When-issued or
delayed delivery transactions arise when securities are purchased by a Portfolio
with payment and delivery to take place in the future in order to secure what is
considered to be an advantageous price and yield to the Portfolio at the time of
entering into the transactions. The value of fixed yield securities to be
delivered in the future will fluctuate as interest rates vary. Because a
Portfolio must set aside cash or liquid high grade securities to satisfy its
commitments to purchase when-issued or delayed delivery securities, flexibility
to manage the Portfolio's investments may be limited if commitments to purchase
when-issued or delayed delivery securities were to exceed 25% of the value of
its assets.
 
To the extent a Portfolio engages in when-issued or delayed delivery
transactions, it will generally do so for the purpose of acquiring portfolio
securities consistent with the Portfolio's investment objective and policies. A
Portfolio reserves the right to sell these securities before the settlement date
if deemed advisable. In some instances, the third-party seller of when-issued or
delayed delivery securities may determine prior to the settlement date that it
will be unable to meet its existing transaction commitments without borrowing
securities.
 
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If advantageous from a yield perspective, a Portfolio may, in that event, agree
to resell its purchase commitment to the third-party seller at the current
market price on the date of sale and concurrently enter into another purchase
commitment for such securities at a later date. As an inducement for a Portfolio
to "roll over" its purchase commitment, the Portfolio may receive a negotiated
fee.
 
REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS. Each Portfolio may invest in repurchase agreements, under
which it acquires ownership of a security and the broker-dealer or bank agrees
to repurchase the security at a mutually agreed upon time and price, thereby
determining the yield during the Portfolio's holding period. The investment
manager will evaluate the creditworthiness of all entities with which the
Portfolio intends to engage in repurchase agreements pursuant to procedures
adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Fund. Maturity of the securities subject
to repurchase may exceed one year. In the event of a bankruptcy or other default
of a seller of a repurchase agreement, the Portfolio might have expenses in
enforcing its rights, and could experience losses, including a decline in the
value of the underlying securities and loss of income. Repurchase agreements
maturing in more than seven days will be considered illiquid for purposes of the
Portfolios' limitations on illiquid securities.
 
SECTION 4(2) PAPER. Subject to its investment objectives and policies, a
Portfolio may invest in commercial paper issued by major corporations under the
Securities Act of 1933 in reliance on the exemption from registration afforded
by Section 3(a)(3) thereof. Such commercial paper may be issued only to finance
current transactions and must mature in nine months or less. Trading of such
commercial paper is conducted primarily by institutional investors through
investment dealers, and individual investor participation in the commercial
paper market is very limited. A Portfolio also may invest in commercial paper
issued in reliance on the so-called "private placement" exemption from
registration afforded by Section 4(2) of the Securities Act of 1933 ("Section
4(2) paper"). Section 4(2) paper is restricted as to disposition under the
federal securities laws, and generally is sold to institutional investors such
as a Portfolio who agree that they are purchasing the paper for investment and
not with a view to public distribution. Any resale by the purchaser must be in
an exempt transaction. Section 4(2) paper normally is resold to other
institutional investors like the Portfolio through or with the assistance of the
issuer or investment dealers who make a market in the Section 4(2) paper, thus
providing liquidity. The Fund's investment managers consider the legally
restricted but readily saleable Section 4(2) paper to be liquid; however,
pursuant to procedures approved by the Board of Trustees of the Fund, if a
particular investment in Section 4(2) paper is not determined to be liquid, that
investment will be included within the limitation of the particular Portfolio on
illiquid securities. The Fund's investment managers monitor the liquidity of
each Portfolio's investments in Section 4(2) paper on a continuing basis.
 
COLLATERALIZED OBLIGATIONS. Subject to its investment objectives and policies, a
Portfolio may purchase collateralized obligations, including interest only
("IO") and principal only ("PO") securities. A collateralized obligation is a
debt security issued by a corporation, trust or custodian, or by a U.S.
Government agency or instrumentality, that is collateralized by a portfolio or
pool of mortgages, mortgage-backed securities, U.S. Government securities or
other assets. The issuer's obligation to make interest and principal payments is
secured by the underlying pool or portfolio of securities. Collateralized
obligations issued or guaranteed by a U.S. Government agency or instrumentality,
such as the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, are considered U.S.
Government securities for purposes of this prospectus. Privately-issued
collateralized obligations collateralized by a portfolio of U.S. Government
securities are not direct obligations of the U.S. Government or any of its
agencies or instrumentalities and are not considered U.S. Government securities
for purposes of this prospectus. A variety of types of collateralized
obligations are available currently and others may become available in the
future.
 
Since the collateralized obligations may be issued in classes with varying
maturities and interest rates, the investor may obtain greater predictability of
maturity than with direct investments in mortgage-backed securities. Classes
with shorter maturities may have lower volatility and lower yield while those
with longer maturities may have higher volatility and higher yield. This
provides the investor with greater control over the characteristics of the
investment in a changing interest rate environment. With respect to interest
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principal only securities, an investor has the option to select from a pool of
underlying collateral the portion of the cash flows that most closely
corresponds to the investor's forecast of interest rate movements. These
instruments tend to be highly sensitive to prepayment rates on the underlying
collateral and thus place a premium on accurate prepayment projections by the
investor.
 
A Portfolio, other than the Money Market Portfolio, may invest in collateralized
obligations whose yield floats inversely against a specified index rate. These
"inverse floaters" are more volatile than conventional fixed or floating rate
collateralized obligations and the yield thereon, as well as the value thereof,
will fluctuate in inverse proportion to changes in the index upon which rate
adjustments are based. As a result, the yield on an inverse floater will
generally increase when market yields (as reflected by the index) decrease and
decrease when market yields increase. The extent of the volatility of inverse
floaters depends on the extent of anticipated changes in market rates of
interest. Generally, inverse floaters provide for interest rate adjustments
based upon a multiple of the specified interest index, which further increases
their volatility. The degree of additional volatility will be directly
proportional to the size of the multiple used in determining interest rate
adjustments.
 
Additional information concerning collateralized obligations is contained in the
Statement of Additional Information under "Investment Policies and
Techniques--Collateralized Obligations."
 
                                NET ASSET VALUE
 
ALL PORTFOLIOS (OTHER THAN THE MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO). The net asset value per
share is determined by calculating the total value of a Portfolio's assets,
deducting total liabilities, and dividing the result by the number of shares
outstanding of such Portfolio. Portfolio securities traded on a domestic
securities exchange or securities listed on the NASDAQ National Market are
valued at the last sale price on the exchange or market where primarily traded
or listed or, if there is no recent sale price available, at the last current
bid quotation. Portfolio securities that are primarily traded on foreign
securities exchanges are generally valued at the preceding closing values of
such securities on their respective exchanges where primarily traded. A security
that is listed or traded on more than one exchange is valued at the quotation on
the exchange determined to be the primary market for that security by the Board
of Trustees or its delegates. Securities not so traded or listed are valued at
the last current bid quotation if market quotations are available. Fixed income
securities are valued by using market quotations, or independent pricing
services that use prices provided by market makers or estimates of market values
obtained from yield data relating to instruments or securities with similar
characteristics. Equity options are valued at the last sale price unless the bid
price is higher or the asked price is lower, in which event such bid or asked
price is used. Exchange traded fixed income options are valued at the last sale
price unless there is no sale price, in which event current prices provided by
market makers are used. Over-the-counter traded fixed income options are valued
based upon current prices provided by market makers. Financial futures and
options thereon are valued at the settlement price established each day by the
board of trade or exchange on which they are traded. Other securities and assets
are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees.
Because of the need to obtain prices as of the close of trading on various
exchanges throughout the world; the calculation of net asset value does not
necessarily take place contemporaneously with the determination of the prices of
a Portfolio's foreign securities, which may be made prior to the determination
of net asset value. For purposes of determining a Portfolio's net asset value,
any assets and liabilities initially expressed in foreign currency values will
be converted into U.S. Dollar values at the mean between the bid and offered
quotations of such currencies against U.S. Dollars as last quoted by a
recognized dealer. If an event were to occur, after the value of a security was
so established but before the net asset value per share was determined, which
was likely to materially change the net asset value, then that security would be
valued using fair value considerations by the Board of Trustees or its
delegates. On each day the New York Stock Exchange ("Exchange") is open for
trading, the net asset value is determined as of the earlier of 3:00 p.m.
Central time or the close of the Exchange, except that the net asset value will
not be computed on a day in which no order to purchase shares was received or no
shares were tendered for redemption.
 
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MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO. The net asset value per share of the Money Market
Portfolio is determined at 11:00 a.m. and as of the earlier of 3:00 p.m. Central
time or the close of the Exchange on each day the Exchange is open for trading,
except that the net asset value will not be computed on a day in which no orders
to purchase shares were received or no shares were tendered for redemption. The
net asset value per share is determined by dividing the total assets of the
Portfolio minus its liabilities by the total number of its shares outstanding.
The net asset value per share of the Money Market Portfolio is ordinarily $1.00
calculated at amortized cost in accordance with Rule 2a-7 under the 1940 Act.
While this rule provides certainty in valuation, it may result in periods during
which value, as determined by amortized cost, is higher or lower than the price
the Portfolio would have received if all its investments were sold. Under the
direction of the Board of Trustees, certain procedures have been adopted to
monitor and stabilize the price per share for the Portfolio. Calculations are
made to compare the value of its investments valued at amortized cost with
market-based values. Market-based values will be obtained by using actual
quotations provided by market makers, estimates of market value, or values
obtained from yield data relating to classes of money market instruments or
government securities published by reputable sources at the mean between the bid
and asked prices for the instruments. In the event that a deviation of 1/2 of 1%
or more exists between the Portfolio's $1.00 per share net asset value,
calculated at amortized cost, and the net asset value calculated by reference to
market-based quotations, or if there is any other deviation that the Board of
Trustees believes would result in a material dilution to shareholders or
purchasers, the Board of Trustees will promptly consider what action, if any,
should be initiated. In order to value its investments at amortized cost, the
Money Market Portfolio purchases only securities with a maturity of one year or
less and maintains a dollar-weighted average portfolio maturity of 90 days or
less. In addition, the Money Market Portfolio limits its portfolio investments
to securities that meet the quality and diversification requirements of Rule
2a-7.
 
                            PURCHASE AND REDEMPTION
 
The separate accounts of the Participating Insurance Companies place orders to
purchase and redeem shares of each Portfolio based on, among other things, the
amount of premium payments to be invested and surrender and transfer requests to
be effected on that day pursuant to VLI and VA contracts. The shares of all
Portfolios are each purchased and redeemed at the net asset value of each
Portfolio's shares determined that same day or, in the case of an order not
resulting automatically from VLI and VA contract transactions, next determined
after an order in proper form is received. An order is considered to be in
proper form if it is communicated by telephone or wire by an authorized employee
of the Participating Life Insurance Company.
 
From time to time, the Fund may temporarily suspend the offering of shares of
one or more of its Portfolios. During the period of such suspension,
shareholders of such Portfolio are normally permitted to continue to purchase
additional shares and to have dividends reinvested.
 
The Fund seeks to have its Money Market Portfolio as fully invested as possible
at all times in order to achieve maximum income. Since the Money Market
Portfolio will be investing in instruments which normally require immediate
payment in Federal funds (monies credited to a bank's account with its regional
Federal Reserve Bank), the Fund has adopted certain procedures for the
convenience of its shareholders and to ensure that the Money Market Portfolio
receives investable funds.
 
No fee is charged the shareholders when they purchase or redeem Portfolio
shares.
 
                              DIVIDENDS AND TAXES
 
DIVIDENDS FOR MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO. The Money Market Portfolio's net
investment income is declared as a dividend daily. Shareholders will receive
dividends monthly in additional shares. If a shareholder withdraws its entire
account, all dividends accrued to the time of withdrawal will be paid at that
time.
 
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DIVIDENDS FOR ALL PORTFOLIOS EXCEPT MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO. The Fund normally
follows the practice of declaring and distributing substantially all the net
investment income and any net short-term and long-term capital gains of these
Portfolios at least annually.
 
TAXES. Under the current Internal Revenue Code ("Code"), Participating Insurance
Companies are taxed as life insurance companies and the operations of their
separate accounts are taxed as part of their total operations. Under current
interpretations of existing federal income tax law, investment income and
capital gains of separate accounts are not subject to federal income tax to the
extent applied to increase the values of VLI or VA contracts. Tax consequences
to VLI or VA contract holders are described in the separate prospectuses issued
by the Participating Insurance Companies.
 
Each Portfolio intends to continue to qualify (or, for each of the Investment
Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap Value, Value+Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and
Horizon 5 Portfolios, intend to qualify) as a regulated investment company under
subchapter M of the Code. As a result, with respect to any fiscal year in which
a Portfolio distributes all its net investment income and net realized capital
gains, that Portfolio will not be subject to federal income tax. Subchapter M
includes other requirements relating to the diversification of investments.
Subchapter M's diversification requirements are in addition to diversification
requirements under Section 817(h) of the Code and the 1940 Act. Each applicable
law's diversification requirement could require the sale of assets of a
Portfolio, which could have an adverse impact on the net asset value of such
Portfolio.
 
The preceding is a brief summary of certain of the relevant tax considerations.
The Statement of Additional Information includes a more detailed discussion.
This discussion is not intended, even as supplemented by the Statement of
Additional Information, as a complete explanation or a substitute for careful
tax planning and consultation with individual tax advisers.
 
                   CAPITAL STRUCTURE AND GENERAL INFORMATION
 
The Fund was organized as a business trust under the laws of Massachusetts on
January 22, 1987. The Fund may issue an unlimited number of shares of beneficial
interest all having no par value. Since the Fund offers multiple Portfolios, it
is known as a "series company." Shares of a Portfolio have equal noncumulative
voting rights and equal rights with respect to dividends, assets and liquidation
of such Portfolio. Shares are fully paid and nonassessable when issued, and have
no preemptive or conversion rights. The Fund is not required to hold annual
shareholders' meetings and does not intend to do so. However, it will hold
special meetings as required or deemed desirable for such purposes as electing
trustees, changing fundamental policies or approving an investment advisory
contract. If shares of more than one Portfolio are outstanding, shareholders
will vote by Portfolio and not in the aggregate except when voting in the
aggregate is required under the 1940 Act, such as for the election of trustees.
The Board of Trustees may authorize the issuance of additional Portfolios if
deemed desirable, each with its own investment objective, policies and
restrictions.
 
On November 3, 1989, KILICO Money Market Separate Account, KILICO Total Return
Separate Account, KILICO Income Separate Account and KILICO Equity Separate
Account (collectively, the Accounts), which were separate accounts organized as
open-end management investment companies, were restructured into one continuing
separate account (KILICO Variable Annuity Separate Account) in unit investment
trust form with subaccounts investing in corresponding Portfolios of the Fund.
An additional subaccount also was created to invest in the Fund's Government
Securities Portfolio. The restructuring and combining of the Accounts is
referred to as the Reorganization. In connection with the Reorganization,
approximately $550,000,000 in assets was added to the Fund (which at that time
consisted of approximately $6,000,000 in assets). Because the assets added to
the Fund as a result of the Reorganization were significantly greater than the
existing assets of the Fund, the per share financial highlights of the Money
Market, Total Return, High Yield and Growth Portfolios in this Prospectus
reflect the Accounts as the continuing entities.
 
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Information about the Portfolios' investment performance is contained in the
Fund's 1995 Annual Report to Shareholders, which may be obtained without charge
from the Fund.
 
Shareholder inquiries should be made by writing the Fund at the address shown on
the front cover of this Prospectus.
 
                              INVESTMENT MANAGERS
 
INVESTMENT MANAGERS. Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc. (formerly named Kemper
Financial Services, Inc.) ("ZKI"), 120 South LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois
60603, is the investment manager of each Portfolio other than the Value and
Small Cap Value Portfolios and provides each with continuous professional
investment supervision. ZKI is one of the largest investment managers in the
country and has been engaged in the management of investment funds for more than
forty-six years. ZKI and its affiliates, including Dreman Value Advisors, Inc.,
provide investment advice and manage investment portfolios for the Kemper Funds,
affiliated insurance companies and other corporate, pension, profit-sharing and
individual accounts representing approximately $79 billion under management. ZKI
and its affiliates act as investment adviser for 29 open-end and seven
closed-end investment companies, with 76 separate investment portfolios
representing more than 3 million shareholder accounts. ZKI is an indirect
subsidiary of Zurich Insurance Company, an internationally recognized company
providing services in life and non-life insurance, reinsurance and asset
management.
 
Dreman Value Advisors, Inc. ("DVA"), 10 Exchange Place, 20th Floor, Jersey City,
New Jersey 07302, a wholly owned subsidiary of ZKI, is the investment manager of
the Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios and provides each with continuous
professional investment supervision. DVA is also the sub-adviser for the
Value+Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5 Portfolios. Under the terms
of its Sub-Advisory Agreement with ZKI, DVA will manage the value portion of
each of these Portfolios and will provide such other investment advice, research
and assistance as ZKI may, from time to time, reasonably request. DVA, which was
formed in October 1994, has served as the investment manager for mutual funds
and certain institutional accounts since August, 1995, when it acquired
substantially all the assets of Dreman Value Management, L.P. ("DVMLP"), an
investment manager that had advised mutual funds since 1988. DVA has
approximately $2 billion under management.
 
Responsibility for overall management of the Fund rests with the Board of
Trustees and officers of the Fund. Professional investment supervision is
provided by ZKI (DVA for the Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios). The
investment management agreement with ZKI provides that ZKI act as investment
adviser for each Portfolio other than the Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios,
manage its investments and provide it with various services and facilities. For
its services, ZKI is paid a management fee based upon the average daily net
assets of such Portfolios, as follows: Money Market (.50%), Total Return (.55%),
High Yield (.60%), Growth (.60%), Government Securities (.55%), International
(.75%), Small Cap Growth (.65%), Investment Grade Bond (.60%), Value+Growth
(.75%), Horizon 20+ (.60%), Horizon 10+ (.60%) and Horizon 5 (.60%). DVA serves
as the investment manager for the Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios and is
paid a management fee at an annual rate of .75% of the average daily net assets
of these Portfolios. DVA also serves as sub-adviser for the Value+Growth and
Horizon Portfolios. ZKI pays DVA for its services as sub-adviser for the
Value+Growth Portfolio a sub-advisory fee, payable monthly, at an annual rate of
 .25% of the average daily net assets of that Portfolio. ZKI also pays DVA a
sub-advisory fee, payable monthly, at an annual rate of .25% of the portion of
the average daily net assets of each Horizon Portfolio allocated by ZKI to DVA
for management. ZKI may from time to time use the services of Zurich Investment
Management Limited ("ZIML"), 1 Fleet Place, London EC4M 7RQ, a wholly owned
subsidiary of ZKI, with respect to foreign securities investments of the
Portfolios including analysis, research, execution and trading services.
 
Frank J. Rachwalski, Jr. is the portfolio manager of the Money Market Portfolio.
He has served in this capacity since the Portfolio commenced operations in 1982.
Mr. Rachwalski joined ZKI in January 1973 and is
 
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currently a Senior Vice President of ZKI and a Vice President of the Fund. He
received a B.B.A. and an M.B.A. from Loyola University, Chicago, Illinois.
 
Dennis H. Ferro has been the portfolio manager for the International Portfolio
since March 1994 when he joined ZKI. He is an Executive Vice President of ZKI,
the Managing Director--Equities, KIML and a Vice President of the Fund. Mr.
Ferro was President and Chief Investment Officer of an international investment
advisory firm prior to joining ZKI. He received a B.A. in Political Science from
Villanova University, Villanova, Pennsylvania and an MBA in Finance from St.
Johns University, Jamaica, New York. Mr. Ferro is a Chartered Financial Analyst.
 
Michael A. McNamara (since 1990) and Harry E. Resis, Jr. (since 1993) are the
co-portfolios managers of the High Yield Portfolio. Mr. McNamara joined ZKI in
February 1972 and is currently a Senior Vice President of ZKI and a Vice
President of the Fund. He received a B.S. in Business Administration from the
University of Missouri, St. Louis, Missouri, and an M.B.A. in Finance from
Loyola University, Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Resis joined ZKI in 1988 and is
currently a First Vice President of ZKI and a Vice President of the Fund. He
received a B.A. in Finance from Michigan State University, Lansing, Michigan.
Mr. Resis holds a number of NYSE and NASD licenses.
 
Steven H. Reynolds and the ZKI Equity Investment Committee have managed the
Growth Portfolio since September, 1995. Mr. Reynolds joined ZKI in September,
1995 as an executive vice president and Chief Investment Officer--Equities and
he is a Vice President of the Fund. Immediately prior to joining ZKI, he was a
senior vice president and equity portfolio manager of an investment advisory
firm; and prior thereto, he was a senior vice president, managing director and
head of active equities at a national bank. Mr. Reynolds received a bachelor's
degree from Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland and an M.B.A. in
finance from the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia.
 
J. Patrick Beimford, Jr. is a co-portfolio manager of the Government Securities
Portfolio and has served as portfolio manager or co-portfolio manager since
October, 1995. Mr. Beimford joined ZKI in April, 1976 and is currently an
executive vice president and Chief Investment Officer--Fixed Income Investments
of ZKI and a Vice President of the Fund. He received a B.S.I.M. in Business from
Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, and an M.B.A. in Finance from the
University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Beimford is a Chartered Financial
Analyst. Richard L. Vandenberg has been a co-portfolio manager of the Government
Securities Portfolio since March, 1996. Mr. Vandenberg joined ZKI in March, 1996
and is a Vice President of the Fund. Immediately prior to joining ZKI, he was a
senior vice president and portfolio manager of an investment management firm. He
received a B.B.A. and M.B.A., both in Finance, Investments and Banking, from the
University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin.
 
Gary A. Langbaum has been the portfolio manager of the Total Return Portfolio
since February 1995 and the portfolio manager of the Small Cap Growth Portfolio
since January, 1996. He is assisted by investment personnel who specialize in
certain areas. Mr. Langbaum joined ZKI in 1988 and is an executive vice
president of ZKI. He received a B.A. in Finance from the University of Maryland,
College Park, Maryland.
 
David Dreman has been the portfolio manager of the Value Portfolio since its
inception in May, 1996 and has been a portfolio co-manager primarily responsible
for the management of the value portion of the Value+Growth Portfolio since its
inception in May, 1996. He is currently the Chairman and a Director of DVA and
had been a principal of DVMLP. Mr. Dreman is a pioneer of the philosophy of
contrarian investing (buying what is out of favor) and a leading proponent of
the low P/E investment style. He is a columnist for FORBES and the author of
several books on the value style of investing. He received a Bachelor of
Commerce from the University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
 
Michael Berry has been the portfolio manager of the Small Cap Value Portfolio
since its inception in May, 1996. He is currently a Managing Director of DVA and
had been associated with DVMLP since April, 1994. Prior thereto, he was a
Professor at James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Virginia and at the
University of
 
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Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia. He received a Bachelors in Mathematics from
the University of Waterloo, an M.B.A. in Marketing from the University of
Connecticut and a Ph.D. in Finance from Arizona State University.
 
Robert Cessine has been the portfolio manager of the Investment Grade Bond
Portfolio since its inception in May, 1996. Mr. Cessine joined ZKI in 1993 and
is a Senior Vice President of ZKI and director of investment grade corporate and
sovereign bond research. Before joining ZKI in 1993, Mr. Cessine was a senior
corporate bond analyst and chairman of the bond selection committee of an
investment management company. He received a B.S. in Economics from the
University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin, an M.S. in Agricultural and
Resource Economics from the University of Maryland, Baltimore/College Park,
Maryland and an M.S. in Finance from the University of Wisconsin, Madison,
Wisconsin. Mr. Cessine is a Chartered Financial Analyst.
 
Thomas M. Regner has been the portfolio manager of the Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+
and Horizon 5 Portfolios since their inception in May, 1996. Mr. Regner is
senior vice president and equity strategist of ZKI. He is responsible for
managing the asset mix of each of these Portfolios. He is assisted in managing
the various asset classes by investment personnel who specialize in certain
areas. For the value portion of the U.S. equities portion of each of these
Portfolios, asset management is performed by DVA as sub-adviser. Mr. Regner
joined ZKI in December, 1994. Immediately prior to joining ZKI he was a
financial adviser for a major investment manager and research company. Prior
thereto, he was the chief investment officer and senior portfolio manager for a
professional association. Mr. Regner received his B.A. and M.S. from the
University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin. He is a Chartered Financial
Analyst.
 
Daniel J. Bukowski has been a portfolio co-manager of the Value+Growth Portfolio
since its inception in May, 1996. Mr. Bukowski joined ZKI in 1989 and is a
senior vice president and Director of Quantitative Research at ZKI and a Vice
President of the Fund. Mr. Bukowski received a B.A. in Statistics and an M.B.A.
in Finance from the University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois. Steven H. Reynolds
has been a portfolio co-manager of the Value+Growth Portfolio since its
inception in May 1996. See above for biographical information about Mr.
Reynolds. David N. Dreman is also a portfolio co-manager of the Value+Growth
Portfolio. See above for more information on management of that Portfolio and
Mr. Dreman.
 
ZKI has an Equity Investment Committee that determines overall investment
strategy for equity portfolios managed by ZKI. The Equity Investment Committee
is currently comprised of the following members: Daniel J. Bukowski, Tracy
McCormick Chester, James H. Coxon, Richard A. Goers, Frank D. Korth, Gary A.
Langbaum, Maura J. Murrihy, James R. Neel, Thomas M. Regner, Steven H. Reynolds
and Stephen B. Timbers. The portfolio managers work together as a team with the
Equity Investment Committee and various equity analysts and equity traders to
manage each Portfolio's equity investments. Equity analysts--through research,
analysis and evaluation--work to develop investment ideas appropriate for these
Portfolios. These ideas are studied and debated by the Equity Investment
Committee and, if approved, are added to a list of eligible investments. The
portfolio managers use the list of eligible investments to help them structure
each Portfolio's investments in a manner consistent with each Portfolio's
objective. The ZKI International Equity Investments area, directed by Dennis H.
Ferro, provides research and analysis regarding foreign investments to the
portfolio managers. After investment decisions are made, equity traders execute
the portfolio manager's instructions through various broker-dealer firms.
 
ZKI also has a Fixed Income Investment Committee that determines overall
investment strategy for fixed income portfolios managed by ZKI. The Fixed Income
Committee is currently comprised of the following members: J. Patrick Beimford,
Jr., Robert S. Cessine, Frank E. Collecchia, George Klein, Michael A. McNamara,
Christopher J. Mier, Frank J. Rachwalski, Jr., Harry E. Resis, Jr., Robert H.
Schumacher, John E. Silvia, Stephen B. Timbers, Jonathan W. Trutter, and
Christopher T. Vincent. The portfolio managers work together as a team with the
Fixed Income Committee and various fixed income analysts and traders to manage
the Portfolios' fixed income investments. Analysts provide market, economic and
financial research and analysis that is used by the Fixed Income Committee to
establish broad parameters for these Portfolios, including duration and cash
levels. In addition, credit research by analysts is used by portfolio managers
in selecting
 
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securities appropriate for each Portfolio. After investment decisions are made,
fixed income traders execute the portfolio manager's instructions through
various broker-dealer firms.
 
CUSTODIAN AND TRANSFER AGENT. Investors Fiduciary Trust Company ("IFTC"), 127
West 10th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64105, as custodian, and State Street
Bank and Trust Company, 225 Franklin Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110, as
sub-custodian, have custody of all securities and cash of the Fund maintained in
the United States. The Chase Manhattan Bank, N.A., Chase MetroTech Center,
Brooklyn, New York 11245, as custodian, has custody of all securities and cash
held outside the United States. They attend to the collection of principal and
income, and payment for and collection of proceeds of securities bought and sold
by the Fund. IFTC is also the Fund's transfer agent and dividend-paying agent.
 
PORTFOLIO TRANSACTIONS. ZKI places all orders for purchases and sales of a
Portfolio's securities, except that DVA places all orders for the Value and
Small Cap Value Portfolios and for the value portion of the Value+Growth and
Horizon Portfolios. Subject to seeking best execution of orders, ZKI or DVA may
consider sales of shares of the Fund and other funds managed by ZKI or DVA or
variable life insurance and variable annuity contracts funded by the Fund as a
factor in selecting broker-dealers. See "Portfolio Transactions" in the
Statement of Additional Information.
 
Each Portfolio pays its respective fees and expenses of independent auditors,
counsel, custodian, the cost of reports and notices to owners of VLI and VA
contracts, brokerage commissions or transaction costs, taxes and registration
fees.
 
                                  DISTRIBUTOR
 
Kemper Distributors, Inc. ("KDI"), 120 South LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois
60603 an affiliate of ZKI and DVA, serves as distributor and principal
underwriter for the Fund pursuant to an underwriting agreement. KDI bears all
its expenses of providing services pursuant to the agreement. KDI provides for
the preparation of advertising or sales literature, and bears the cost of
printing and mailing prospectuses to persons other than shareholders. KDI bears
the cost of qualifying and maintaining the qualification of Fund shares for sale
under the securities laws of Massachusetts and the Fund bears the expense of
registering its shares with the Securities and Exchange Commission. KDI will pay
all fees and expenses in connection with its qualification and registration as a
broker or dealer under Federal and state laws, a portion of the toll free
telephone service and of computer terminals, and of any activity which is
primarily intended to result in the sale of shares issued by the Fund, unless a
plan pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act ("12b-1 Plan") is in effect that
provides that the Fund shall bear some or all of such expenses.
 
KDI currently offers shares of each Portfolio of the Fund continuously to the
separate accounts of Participating Insurance Companies where permitted by
applicable law. The underwriting agreement provides that KDI accepts orders for
shares at net asset value, as no sales commission or load is charged. KDI has
made no firm commitment to acquire shares of the Fund.
 
NOTE: Although the Fund does not currently have a 12b-1 Plan and shareholder
approval would be required in order to adopt one, the underwriting agreement
provides that the Fund will also pay those fees and expenses permitted to be
paid or assumed by the Fund pursuant to a 12b-1 Plan, if any, adopted by the
Fund, notwithstanding any other provision to the contrary in the underwriting
agreement, and the Fund or a third party will pay those fees and expenses not
specifically allocated to KDI in the underwriting agreement.
 
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APPENDIX-- HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO
          PORTFOLIO COMPOSITION
 
The table below reflects the composition by quality rating of the investment
portfolio of the High Yield Portfolio. Percentages for the Portfolio reflect the
net asset weighted average of the percentage for each category on the last day
of each month in the 12 month period ended December 31, 1995. The table reflects
the percentage of net assets represented by fixed income securities rated by
Moody's or S&P, by non-rated fixed income securities and by other assets. The
percentage shown reflects the higher of the Moody's or S&P rating. U.S.
Government securities, whether or not rated, are reflected as Aaa and AAA
(highest quality). Cash equivalents include money market instruments, repurchase
agreements, net payables and receivables, U.S. Treasuries with a maturity of one
year or less and cash. Other assets include options, financial futures contracts
and equity securities. As noted under "Investment Objectives, Policies and Risk
Factors," the High Yield Portfolio invests in high yielding, fixed income
securities without relying upon published ratings. The allocations in the table
are not necessarily representative of the composition of the Portfolio at other
times. Portfolio composition will change over time.
 
    END OF THE MONTH COMPOSITION OF PORTFOLIO BY QUALITY AS A PERCENTAGE OF
                    NET ASSETS (JANUARY 1995--DECEMBER 1995)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         HIGH
            MOODY'S/S&P RATING           YIELD                   GENERAL DESCRIPTION
            OR OTHER CATEGORY          PORTFOLIO                   OF BOND QUALITY
- -------------------------------------  ---------  -------------------------------------------------
<S>                                    <C>        <C>
Cash Equivalents.....................     7%
Aaa/AAA..............................     2       Highest quality
Aa/AA................................     0       High quality
A/A..................................     0       Upper medium grade
Baa/BBB..............................     0       Medium grade
Ba/BB................................    23       Some speculative elements
B/B..................................    59       Speculative
Caa/CCC..............................     6       More speculative
Ca/CC, C/C...........................     0       Very speculative
D....................................     0       In default
Non-rated, Not in Default............     1
Non-rated, In Default................     0
Other Assets.........................     2
Net Assets...........................   100%
</TABLE>
 
The description of each bond quality category set forth in the table above is
intended to be a general guide and not a definitive statement as to how Moody's
and S&P define such rating category. A more complete description of the rating
categories is set forth under "Appendix--Ratings of Investments" in the
Statement of Additional Information. The ratings of Moody's and S&P represent
their opinions as to the quality of the securities that they undertake to rate.
It should be emphasized, however, that ratings are relative and subjective and
are not absolute standards of quality.
 
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Prospectus, May 1, 1996


Kemper 
Investors 
Fund




                                    [LOGO]




                            Kemper Investors Fund
                          222 South Riverside Plaza
                            Chicago, IL 60606-5808
                                1-800-778-1482






Shares of Kemper Investors Fund are available exclusively as pooled funding
vehicles for the variable life insurance and variable annuity contracts of
Participating Insurance Companies.

This prospectus must be preceded or accompanied by a prospectus for the
variable life insurance or variable annuity contract.





ANN-1A   5/99
<PAGE>   47
 
                             KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 
                             CROSS-REFERENCE SHEET
                       BETWEEN ITEMS ENUMERATED IN PART B
              OF FORM N-1A AND STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 
   
<TABLE>
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                     ITEM NUMBER                            LOCATION IN STATEMENT OF
                    OF FORM N-1A                  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
                                                  ---------------------------------------------
<S>   <C>                                         <C>
10.   Cover Page...............................   Cover Page
11.   Table of Contents........................   Table of Contents
12.   General Information and History..........   Inapplicable
13.   Investment Objectives and Policies.......   Investment Restrictions; Investment Policies
                                                  and Techniques; Appendix--Ratings of
                                                  Investments
14.   Management of the Fund...................   Investment Managers and Distributor;
                                                  Officers and Trustees
15.   Control Persons and Principal Holders of
      Securities...............................   Officers and Trustees
16.   Investment Advisory and Other Services...   Investment Managers and Distributor
17.   Brokerage Allocation and Other
      Practices................................   Portfolio Transactions; Investment Managers
                                                  and Distributor
18.   Capital Stock and Other Securities.......   Dividends and Taxes; Shareholder Rights
19.   Purchase, Redemption and Pricing of
      Securities Being Offered.................   Purchase and Redemption of Shares
20.   Tax Status...............................   Dividends and Taxes
21.   Underwriters.............................   Investment Managers and Distributor
22.   Calculation of Performance Data..........   Inapplicable
23.   Financial Statements.....................   Financial Statements; Report of Independent
                                                  Auditors; Statement of Net Assets; Supplement
                                                  to SAI
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                             KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
    
   
                           SUPPLEMENT TO STATEMENT OF
    
   
                             ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
    
   
                               DATED MAY 1, 1996
    
 
   
Financial Statements
    
 
   
The financial statements (unaudited) appearing in the Fund's Semiannual Report
to Shareholders for the period ended June 30, 1996 are incorporated into the
Statement of Additional Information by reference. The Fund's Semiannual Report
accompanies the Statement of Additional Information. All adjustments necessary
for a fair statement of the results of operations for the period covered by such
report are included. All such adjustments are of a normal, recurring nature.
    
 
   
October 1, 1996
    
   
KINF-
    
<PAGE>   49
 
                      STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
                                  MAY 1, 1996
 
                             KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
               120 SOUTH LASALLE STREET, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60603
                                 1-800-621-1048
 
This Statement of Additional Information is not a prospectus. It should be read
in conjunction with the prospectus of Kemper Investors Fund (the "Fund") dated
May 1, 1996. The prospectus may be obtained without charge from the Fund.
 
                               ------------------
 
                               TABLE OF CONTENTS
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                         PAGE
           <S>                                                           <C>
           Investment Restrictions.....................................  B-1
           Investment Policies and Techniques..........................  B-5
           Portfolio Transactions......................................  B-12
           Investment Managers and Distributor.........................  B-14
           Experts.....................................................  B-16
           Purchase and Redemption of Shares...........................  B-16
           Officers and Trustees.......................................  B-16
           Dividends and Taxes.........................................  B-19
           Shareholder Rights..........................................  B-19
           Report of Independent Auditors (April 22, 1996).............  B-21
           Statement of Net Assets (April 22, 1996)....................  B-22
           Appendix--Ratings of Investments............................  B-23
</TABLE>
 
The financial statements appearing in the Fund's Annual Report for the fiscal
year ended December 31, 1995 are incorporated herein by reference. Such Report
accompanies this Statement of Additional Information.
 
ANN-13 5/96    (LOGO)printed on recycled paper
<PAGE>   50
 
                            INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS
 
The Fund has adopted for each Portfolio certain fundamental investment
restrictions which, together with the investment objective and policies of each
Portfolio, cannot be changed for a Portfolio without approval by a majority of
the outstanding voting shares of that Portfolio. As defined in the Investment
Company Act of 1940 ("1940 Act"), this means the lesser of the vote of (a) 67%
of the shares of a Portfolio present at a meeting where more than 50% of the
outstanding shares are present in person or by proxy or (b) more than 50% of the
outstanding shares of a Portfolio. In addition to the fundamental investment
restrictions, each Portfolio has certain non-fundamental investment
restrictions, which can be changed by the Board of Trustees without shareholder
approval.
 
The following fundamental investment restrictions apply to each of the Money
Market, Total Return, High Yield, Growth and Government Securities Portfolios
except as indicated to the contrary. The Portfolio may not:
 
     (1) Purchase securities of any issuer (other than obligations of, or
     guaranteed by, the United States Government or its agencies or
     instrumentalities) if, as a result, more than five percent (5%) of the
     Portfolio's total assets would be invested in securities of that issuer.
     For the High Yield Portfolio only, the restriction is as follows: "With
     respect to 75% of the Portfolio's total assets, purchase the securities of
     any issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S.
     Government or any of its agencies or instrumentalities) if, as a result,
     (a) more than 5% of the Portfolio's total assets would be invested in the
     securities of that issuer, or (b) the Portfolio would hold more than 10% of
     the outstanding voting securities of that issuer."
 
     (2) Except for the High Yield Portfolio, purchase more than ten percent
     (10%) of any class of securities of any issuer. All debt securities and all
     preferred stocks are each considered as one class.
 
     (3) For the Money Market Portfolio only, enter into repurchase agreements
     if, as a result thereof, more than ten percent (10%) of the Portfolio's
     total assets valued at the time of the transaction would be subject to
     repurchase agreements maturing in more than seven (7) days.
 
     (4) Make loans to others (except the purchase of debt obligations or
     repurchase agreements or by lending its Portfolio securities) in accordance
     with its objective and policies.
 
     (5) Borrow money except from a bank as a temporary measure for
     extraordinary or emergency purposes and then only in an amount up to
     one-third ( 1/3) of the value of its total assets, in order to meet
     redemption requests without immediately selling any portfolio securities
     (any such borrowings under this section will not be collateralized). If,
     for any reason, the current value of the Portfolio's total assets falls
     below an amount equal to three (3) times the amount of its indebtedness
     from money borrowed, the Portfolio will reduce, within three (3) business
     days, its indebtedness to the extent necessary. The Portfolio will not
     borrow for leverage purposes. The Portfolio will not purchase any
     investments while borrowings are outstanding.
 
     (6) Make short sales of securities or purchase any securities on margin
     except to obtain such short-term credits as may be necessary for the
     clearance of transactions; however, the Total Return, High Yield, Growth
     and Government Securities Portfolios may make margin deposits in connection
     with financial futures and options transactions.
 
     (7) Concentrate more than 25% of a Portfolio's net assets in any one
     industry; provided, however, that the Money Market Portfolio intends, under
     normal conditions, to invest more than 25% of its net assets in instruments
     issued by banks in accordance with its investment objective and policies.
     There is no limitation in respect to investments in obligations issued or
     guaranteed by the U.S. Government or its agencies or instrumentalities.
 
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     (8) For the Money Market Portfolio only, invest more than five percent (5%)
     of the Portfolio's total assets in securities restricted as to disposition
     under the Federal securities laws.
 
     (9) Invest in commodities or commodity futures contracts, although it may
     buy or sell financial futures contracts and options on such contracts; or
     in real estate, although it may invest in securities which are secured by
     real estate and securities of issuers which invest or deal in real estate;
     provided that the Total Return, High Yield and Growth Portfolios may
     purchase foreign currency on a spot basis (in cash).
 
     (10) Purchase securities of other investment companies, except as permitted
     under the 1940 Act including in connection with a merger, consolidation,
     reorganization or acquisition of assets.
 
     (11) Underwrite securities issued by others except to the extent the Fund
     may be deemed to be an underwriter, under the Federal securities laws, in
     connection with the disposition of portfolio securities.
 
     (12) Issue senior securities except as permitted under the 1940 Act.
 
     (13) For the Money Market Portfolio only, write, purchase or sell puts,
     calls or combinations thereof.
 
     (14) For the Total Return, High Yield and Growth Portfolios only, engage in
     put or call option transactions; except it may write (sell) put or call
     options on up to 25% of its net assets and may purchase put and call
     options if no more than 5% of its net assets would be invested in premiums
     on put and call options, combinations thereof or similar options; and it
     may buy and sell options on financial futures contracts.
 
The following non-fundamental investment restrictions apply to each of the Money
Market, Total Return, High Yield, Growth and Government Securities Portfolios
except as indicated to the contrary. The Portfolio may not:
 
     (1) Purchase or retain the securities of any issuer if any of the officers,
     trustees or directors of the Fund or its investment adviser own
     beneficially more than .50% of the securities of such issuer and together
     own more than 5% of the securities of such issuer.
 
     (2) Except for the Money Market Portfolio, invest more than 15% of its net
     assets in illiquid securities.
 
     (3) For the Money Market Portfolio only, invest more than 10% of its net
     assets in illiquid securities.
 
     (4) Invest for the purpose of exercising control or management of another
     issuer.
 
     (5) Invest in oil, gas or other mineral exploration or developmental
     programs, although it may invest in the securities of issuers which invest
     in or sponsor such programs.
 
The following investment restrictions apply to the International Portfolio. The
International Portfolio may not:
 
     (1) Purchase securities of any issuer (other than obligations of, or
     guaranteed by, the United States or any foreign government or their
     agencies or instrumentalities) if, as a result, more than 5% of the
     Portfolio's total assets would be invested in securities of that issuer.
     With respect to 75% of its assets, the Portfolio will limit its investments
     in the securities of any one foreign government issuer to 5% of the
     Portfolio's total assets.
 
     (2) Purchase more than 10% of any class of securities of any issuer except
     securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or any of its
     agencies or instrumentalities. All debt securities are considered as one
     class and all preferred stocks are considered as one class.
 
     (3) Lend money provided that the making of time or demand deposits with
     banks and the purchase of debt securities such as bonds, debentures,
     commercial paper, repurchase agreements and short-term obligations in
     accordance with its objective and policies are not prohibited.
 
     (4) Borrow money except for temporary or emergency purposes (but not for
     the purpose of purchase of investments) and then only in an amount not to
     exceed 5% of the Portfolio's net assets; or pledge the
 
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     Portfolio's securities or receivables or transfer or assign or otherwise
     encumber them in an amount exceeding the amount of the borrowing secured
     thereby.
 
     (5) Make short sales of securities, or purchase any securities on margin
     except to obtain such short-term credits as may be necessary for the
     clearance of transactions; however, the Portfolio may make margin deposits
     in connection with financial futures and options transactions.
 
     (6) Write or sell put or call options, combinations thereof or similar
     options on more than 25% of the Portfolio's net assets; nor may it purchase
     put or call options if more than 5% of the Portfolio's net assets would be
     invested in premiums on put and call options, combinations thereof or
     similar options; however, the Portfolio may buy or sell options on
     financial futures contracts.
 
     (7) Concentrate more than 25% of the value of its assets in any one
     industry. Water, communications, electric and gas utilities shall each be
     considered a separate industry. This limitation shall not apply to
     obligations issued by the U.S. Government or its agencies or
     instrumentalities.
 
     (8) Invest in commodities or commodity futures contracts, although it may
     buy or sell financial futures contracts and options on such contracts and
     may enter into foreign currency transactions; or in real estate, although
     it may invest in securities which are secured by real estate and securities
     of issuers which invest or deal in real estate.
 
     (9) Purchase securities of other investment companies, except in connection
     with a merger, consolidation, acquisition or reorganization, or by purchase
     in the open market of securities of closed-end investment companies where
     no underwriter or dealer's commission or profit, other than customary
     broker's commission, is involved and only if immediately thereafter not
     more than (i) 3% of the total outstanding voting stock of such company is
     owned by the Fund, (ii) 5% of the Fund's total assets would be invested in
     any one such company, and (iii) 10% of the Fund's total assets would be
     invested in such securities.
 
     (10) Underwrite securities issued by others except to the extent the
     Portfolio may be deemed to be an underwriter, under the federal securities
     laws, in connection with the disposition of portfolio securities. The Fund
     may buy and sell securities outside the United States which are not
     registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission or marketable in the
     United States.
 
     (11) Issue senior securities except as permitted under the 1940 Act.
 
The following non-fundamental investment restrictions apply to the International
Portfolio. The International Portfolio may not:
 
     (1) Invest more than 5% of the Portfolio's total assets in securities of
     issuers which with their predecessors have a record of less than three
     years continuous operation.
 
     (2) Invest more than 15% of its net assets in illiquid securities.
 
     (3) Purchase or retain the securities or any issuer if any of the officers,
     trustees or directors of the Fund or its investment adviser owns
     beneficially more than 1/2 of 1% of the securities of such issuer and
     together own more than 5% of the securities of such issuer.
 
     (4) Invest for the purpose of exercising control or management of another
     issuer.
 
     (5) Invest in interests in oil, gas or other mineral exploration or
     development programs, although it may invest in the securities of issuers
     which invest in or sponsor such programs.
 
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The following fundamental investment restrictions apply to each of the Small Cap
Growth, Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap Value, Value+Growth and Horizon
Portfolios except as indicated to the contrary. The Portfolio may not:
 
     (1) Purchase securities of any issuer (other than obligations of, or
     guaranteed by, the United States Government, its agencies or
     instrumentalities) if, as a result, more than 5% of the Portfolio's total
     assets would be invested in securities of that issuer; except that, for the
     Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios, up to 25% of each Portfolio's total
     assets may be invested without regard to these limitations.
 
     (2) Purchase more than 10% of the outstanding voting securities of any
     issuer.
 
     (3) Lend money or securities, provided that the making of time or demand
     deposits with banks and the purchase of debt securities such as bonds,
     debentures, commercial paper, repurchase agreements and short-term
     obligations are not prohibited and the Portfolio may lend its portfolio
     securities.
 
     (4) Borrow money except from a bank as a temporary measure for
     extraordinary or emergency purposes and then only in an amount up to
     one-third ( 1/3) of the value of its total assets, in order to meet
     redemption requests without immediately selling any portfolio securities
     (any such borrowings under this section will not be collateralized). If,
     for any reason, the current value of the Portfolio's total assets falls
     below an amount equal to three (3) times the amount of its indebtedness
     from money borrowed, the Portfolio will reduce, within three (3) business
     days, its indebtedness to the extent necessary. The Portfolio will not
     borrow for leverage purposes. The Portfolio will not purchase any
     investments while borrowings are outstanding.
 
     (5) Make short sales of securities, or purchase any securities on margin
     except to obtain such short-term credits as may be necessary for the
     clearance of transactions; however, the Portfolio may make margin deposits
     in connection with financial futures and options transactions.
 
     (6) For the Small Cap Growth, Investment Grade Bond and Horizon Portfolios
     only, write (sell) put or call options, combinations thereof or similar
     options on more than 25% of the Portfolio's net assets; nor may the
     Portfolio purchase put or call options if more than 5% of the Portfolio's
     net assets would be invested in premiums on put and call options,
     combinations thereof or similar options; however, the Portfolio may buy or
     sell options on financial futures contracts.
 
     (7) Concentrate 25% or more of the value of its assets in any one industry.
     Water, communications, electric and gas utilities shall each be considered
     a separate industry.
 
     (8) Invest in commodities or commodity futures contracts, although it may
     buy or sell financial futures contracts and options on such contracts; or
     in real estate, although it may invest in securities which are secured by
     real estate and securities of issuers which invest or deal in real estate.
 
     (9) Underwrite securities issued by others except to the extent the Fund
     may be deemed to be an underwriter, under the federal securities laws, in
     connection with the disposition of portfolio securities.
 
     (10) Issue senior securities except as permitted under the 1940 Act.
 
The following non-fundamental investment restrictions apply to each of the Small
Cap Growth, Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap Value, Value+Growth and
Horizon Portfolios except as indicated to the contrary. The Portfolio may not:
 
     (1) Invest more than 5% of the Portfolio's total assets in securities of
     issuers which with their predecessors have a record of less than three
     years continuous operation.
 
     (2) Purchase or retain the securities of any issuer if any of the officers
     or trustees of the Portfolio or its investment adviser owns beneficially
     more than 1/2 of 1% of the securities of such issuer and together own more
     than 5% of the securities of such issuer.
 
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     (3) Invest for the purpose of exercising control or management of another
     issuer.
 
     (4) Invest in interests in oil, gas or other mineral exploration or
     development programs, although it may invest in the securities of issuers
     which invest in or sponsor such programs.
 
     (5) Purchase securities of other investment companies, except in connection
     with a merger, consolidation, reorganization or acquisition of assets, or
     for the Value, Small Cap Value and Horizon Portfolios, by purchase in the
     open market of securities of closed-end investment companies where no
     underwriter or dealer's commission or profit, other than customary broker's
     commission, is involved and only if immediately thereafter not more than
     (i) 3% of the total outstanding voting stock of such company is owned by
     it, (ii) 5% of its total assets would be invested in any one such company,
     and (iii) 10% of total assets would be invested in such securities.
 
     (6) Invest more than 15% of its net assets in illiquid securities.
 
     (7) For the Value+Growth Portfolio, write (sell) put or call options,
     combinations thereof or similar options; nor may it purchase put or call
     options if more than 5% of the Portfolio's net assets would be invested in
     premiums on put and call options, combinations thereof or similar options;
     however, the Portfolio may buy or sell options on financial futures
     contracts.
 
     (8) For the Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios, write (sell) put or call
     options, combinations thereof or similar options except that the Portfolio
     may write covered call options on up to 100% of the Portfolio's net assets
     and may write secured put options on up to 50% of the Portfolio's net
     assets; nor may the Portfolio purchase put or call options; however, the
     Portfolio may buy or sell options on financial futures contracts.
 
Except as specifically noted, if a percentage restriction is adhered to at the
time of investment, a later increase or decrease in percentage beyond the
specified limit resulting from a change in values or net assets will not be
considered a violation.
 
                       INVESTMENT POLICIES AND TECHNIQUES
 
Each Portfolio except the Money Market Portfolio may engage in options and
futures transactions in accordance with its respective investment objectives and
policies and to the extent specified in the prospectus. Each such Portfolio
intends to engage in such transactions if it appears to the investment manager
to be advantageous to do so in order to pursue its objective and also to hedge
(i.e., protect) against the effects of market risks but not for speculative
purposes. The use of futures and options, and possible benefits and attendant
risks, are discussed below along with information about other investment
policies and techniques.
 
OPTIONS ON SECURITIES. A Portfolio may write (sell) "covered" call options on
securities as long as it owns the underlying securities subject to the option or
an option to purchase the same underlying securities, having an exercise price
equal to or less than the exercise price of the "covered" option, or will
establish and maintain with the Fund's custodian for the term of the option a
segregated account consisting of cash, U.S. Government securities or other
liquid high-grade debt obligations ("eligible securities") having a value at
least equal to the fluctuating market value of the optioned securities. A
Portfolio may write "covered" put options provided that, so long as the
Portfolio is obligated as a writer of a put option, the Portfolio will own an
option to sell the underlying securities subject to the option, having an
exercise price equal to or greater than the exercise price of the "covered"
option, or it will deposit and maintain with the custodian in a segregated
account eligible securities having a value equal to or greater than the exercise
price of the option. A call option gives the purchaser the right to buy, and the
writer the obligation to sell, the underlying security at the exercise price
during the option period. A put option gives the purchaser the right to sell,
and the writer has the obligation to buy, the underlying security at the
exercise price during the option period. The premium received for writing an
option will reflect, among other things, the current market price of the
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the exercise price to such market price, the price volatility of the underlying
security, the option period, supply and demand and interest rates. A Portfolio
may write or purchase spread options, which are options for which the exercise
price may be a fixed dollar spread or yield spread between the security
underlying the option and another security that is used as a bench mark. The
exercise price of an option may be below, equal to or above the current market
value of the underlying security at the time the option is written. The buyer of
a put who also owns the related security is protected by ownership of a put
option against any decline in that security's price below the exercise price
less the amount paid for the option. The ability to purchase put options allows
the Portfolio to protect capital gains in an appreciated security it owns,
without being required to actually sell that security. At times a Portfolio
would like to establish a position in securities upon which call options are
available. By purchasing a call option, the Portfolio is able to fix the cost of
acquiring the security, this being the cost of the call plus the exercise price
of the option. This procedure also provides some protection from an unexpected
downturn in the market, because the Portfolio is only at risk for the amount of
the premium paid for the call option which it can, if it chooses, permit to
expire.
 
During the option period the covered call writer gives up the potential for
capital appreciation above the exercise price should the underlying security
rise in value, and the secured put writer retains the risk of loss should the
underlying security decline in value. For the covered call writer, substantial
appreciation in the value of the underlying security would result in the
security being "called away." For the secured put writer, substantial
depreciation in the value of the underlying security would result in the
security being "put to" the writer. If a covered call option expires
unexercised, the writer realizes a gain in the amount of the premium received.
If the covered call option writer has to sell the underlying security because of
the exercise of a call option, it realizes a gain or loss from the sale of the
underlying security, with the proceeds being increased by the amount of the
premium.
 
If a secured put option expires unexercised, the writer realizes a gain from the
amount of the premium, plus the interest income on the money market investment.
If the secured put writer has to buy the underlying security because of the
exercise of the put option, the secured put writer incurs an unrealized loss to
the extent that the current market value of the underlying security is less than
the exercise price of the put option. However, this would be offset in whole or
in part by gain from the premium received and any interest income earned on the
money market investment.
 
OVER-THE-COUNTER OPTIONS. As indicated in the prospectus (see "Investment
Techniques--Options and Financial Futures Transactions"), each Portfolio except
the Money Market, Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios may deal in
over-the-counter traded options ("OTC options"). OTC options differ from
exchange traded options in several respects. They are transacted directly with
dealers and not with a clearing corporation, and there is a risk of
nonperformance by the dealer as a result of the insolvency of such dealer or
otherwise, in which event a Portfolio may experience material losses. However,
in writing options the premium is paid in advance by the dealer. OTC options are
available for a greater variety of securities, and a wider range of expiration
dates and exercise prices, than are exchange traded options. Since there is no
exchange, pricing is normally done by reference to information from market
makers, which information is carefully monitored by the investment manager and
verified in appropriate cases.
 
A writer or purchaser of a put or call option can terminate it voluntarily only
by entering into a closing transaction. In the case of OTC options, there can be
no assurance that a continuous liquid secondary market will exist for any
particular option at any specific time. Consequently, a Portfolio may be able to
realize the value of an OTC option it has purchased only by exercising it or
entering into a closing sale with the dealer that issued it. Similarly, when a
Portfolio writes an OTC option, it generally can close out that option prior to
its expiration only by entering into a closing purchase transaction with the
dealer to which the Portfolio originally wrote it. If a covered call option
writer cannot effect a closing transaction, it cannot sell the underlying
security until the option expires or the option is exercised. Therefore, a
covered call option writer may not be able to sell an underlying security even
though it might otherwise be advantageous to do so. Likewise, a secured put
writer may be unable to sell the securities pledged to secure the put for other
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as a put writer. Similarly, a purchaser of such put or call options might also
find it difficult to terminate its position on a timely basis in the absence of
a secondary market.
 
The Fund understands the position of the staff of the Securities and Exchange
Commission ("SEC") to be that purchased OTC options and the assets used as
"cover" for written OTC options are illiquid securities. The investment manager
disagrees with this position and has found the dealers with which it engages in
OTC options transactions generally agreeable to and capable of entering into
closing transactions. The Fund has adopted procedures for engaging in OTC
options for the purpose of reducing any potential adverse effect of such
transactions upon the liquidity of the Fund's portfolios. A brief description of
such procedures is set forth below.
 
A Portfolio will only engage in OTC options transactions with dealers that have
been specifically approved by the Fund's investment manager pursuant to
procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Fund. The Fund's investment
manager believes that the approved dealers should be able to enter into closing
transactions if necessary and, therefore, present minimal credit risks to a
Portfolio. The investment manager will monitor the creditworthiness of the
approved dealers on an on-going basis. A Portfolio currently will not engage in
OTC options transactions if the amount invested by the Portfolio in OTC options,
plus a "liquidity charge" related to OTC options written by the Portfolio, plus
the amount invested by the Portfolio in illiquid securities, would exceed 15% of
the Portfolio's net assets. The "liquidity charge" referred to above is computed
as described below.
 
The Fund anticipates entering into agreements with dealers to which a Portfolio
sells OTC options. Under these agreements a Portfolio would have the absolute
right to repurchase the OTC options from the dealer at any time at a price no
greater than a price established under the agreements (the "Repurchase Price").
The "liquidity charge" referred to above for a specific OTC option transaction
will be the Repurchase Price related to the OTC option less the intrinsic value
of the OTC option. The intrinsic value of an OTC call option for such purposes
will be the amount by which the current market value of the underlying security
exceeds the exercise price. In the case of an OTC put option, intrinsic value
will be the amount by which the exercise price exceeds the current market value
of the underlying security. If there is no such agreement requiring a dealer to
allow the Portfolio to repurchase a specific OTC option written by the
Portfolio, the "liquidity charge" will be the current market value of the assets
serving as "cover" for such OTC option.
 
OPTIONS ON SECURITIES INDICES. The Portfolios, as part of their options
transactions, may also use options on securities indices in an attempt to hedge
against market conditions affecting the value of securities that the Portfolio
owns or intends to purchase, and not for speculation. Through the writing or
purchase of index options, a Portfolio can achieve many of the same objectives
as through the use of options on individual securities. Options on securities
indices are similar to options on a security except that, rather than the right
to take or make delivery of a security at a specified price, an option on a
securities index gives the holder the right to receive, upon exercise of the
option, an amount of cash if the closing level of the securities index upon
which the option is based is greater than, in the case of a call, or less than,
in the case of a put, the exercise price of the option. This amount of cash is
equal to such difference between the closing price of the index and the exercise
price of the option. The writer of the option is obligated, in return for the
premium received, to make delivery of this amount. Unlike security options, all
settlements are in cash and gain or loss depends on price movements in the
market generally (or in a particular industry or segment of the market) rather
than price movements in individual securities. Price movements in securities
that the Fund owns or intends to purchase probably will not correlate perfectly
with movements in the level of an index since the prices of such securities may
be affected by somewhat different factors and, therefore, a Portfolio bears the
risk that a loss on an index option would not be completely offset by movements
in the price of such securities.
 
When a Portfolio writes an option on a securities index, it will be required to
deposit with its custodian and mark-to-market eligible securities equal in value
to at least 100% of the exercise price in the case of a put, or the contract
value in the case of a call. In addition, where the Portfolio writes a call
option on a securities index at a
 
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time when the contract value exceeds the exercise price, the Portfolio will
segregate and mark-to-market, until the option expires or is closed out, cash or
cash equivalents equal in value to such excess.
 
A Portfolio may also purchase and sell options on other appropriate indices, as
available, such as foreign currency indices. Options on futures contracts and
index options involve risks similar to those risks relating to transactions in
financial futures contracts described below. Also, an option purchased by a
Portfolio may expire worthless, in which case the Portfolio would lose the
premium paid therefor.
 
FINANCIAL FUTURES CONTRACTS. The Portfolios may enter into financial futures
contracts for the future delivery of a financial instrument, such as a security,
or an amount of foreign currency, or the cash value of a securities index. This
investment technique is designed primarily to hedge (i.e. protect) against
anticipated future changes in market conditions or foreign exchange rates which
otherwise might affect adversely the value of securities or other assets which
the Portfolio holds or intends to purchase. A "sale" of a futures contract means
the undertaking of a contractual obligation to deliver the securities or the
cash value of an index or foreign currency called for by the contract at a
specified price during a specified delivery period. A "purchase" of a futures
contract means the undertaking of a contractual obligation to acquire the
securities or cash value of an index or foreign currency at a specified price
during a specified delivery period. At the time of delivery, in the case of
fixed income securities pursuant to the contract, adjustments are made to
recognize differences in value arising from the delivery of securities with a
different interest rate than that specified in the contract. In some cases,
securities called for by a futures contract may not have been issued at the time
the contract was written.
 
Although some futures contracts by their terms call for the actual delivery or
acquisition of securities or other assets, in most cases a party will close out
the contractual commitment before delivery of the underlying assets by
purchasing (or selling, as the case may be) on a commodities exchange an
identical futures contract calling for delivery in the same month. Such a
transaction, if effected through a member of an exchange, cancels the obligation
to make or take delivery of the underlying securities or other assets. All
transactions in the futures market are made, offset or fulfilled through a
clearing house associated with the exchange on which the contracts are traded. A
Portfolio will incur brokerage fees when it purchases or sells contracts, and
will be required to maintain margin deposits. At the time a Portfolio enters
into a futures contract, it is required to deposit with its custodian, on behalf
of the broker, a specified amount of cash or eligible securities, called
"initial margin." The initial margin required for a futures contract is set by
the exchange on which the contract is traded. Subsequent payments, called
"variation margin," to and from the broker are made on a daily basis as the
market price of the futures contract fluctuates. The costs incurred in
connection with futures transactions could reduce the Portfolio's return.
Futures contracts entail risks. If the investment manager's judgment about the
general direction of markets or exchange rates is wrong, the overall performance
may be poorer than if no contracts had been entered into.
 
There may be an imperfect correlation between movements in prices of futures
contracts and portfolio assets being hedged. In addition, the market prices of
futures contracts may be affected by certain factors. If participants in the
futures market elect to close out their contracts through offsetting
transactions rather than meet margin requirements, distortions in the normal
relationship between the assets and futures markets could result. Price
distortions could also result if investors in futures contracts decide to make
or take delivery of underlying securities or other assets rather than engage in
closing transactions because of the resultant reduction in the liquidity of the
futures market. In addition, because, from the point of view of speculators, the
margin requirements in the futures markets are less onerous than margin
requirements in the cash market, increased participation by speculators in the
futures market could cause temporary price distortions. Due to the possibility
of price distortions in the futures market and because of the imperfect
correlation between movements in the prices of securities or other assets and
movements in the prices of futures contracts, a correct forecast of market
trends by the investment manager may still not result in a successful hedging
transaction. If any of these events should occur, the Portfolio could lose money
on the financial futures contracts and also on the value of its portfolio
assets.
 
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OPTIONS ON FINANCIAL FUTURES CONTRACTS. The Portfolios may purchase and write
call and put options on financial futures contracts. An option on a futures
contract gives the purchaser the right, in return for the premium paid, to
assume a position in a futures contract at a specified exercise price at any
time during the period of the option. Upon exercise, the writer of the option
delivers the futures contract to the holder at the exercise price. The Portfolio
would be required to deposit with its custodian initial margin and maintenance
margin with respect to call and put options on futures contracts written by it.
A Portfolio will establish segregated accounts or will provide cover with
respect to written options on financial futures contracts in a manner similar to
that described under "Options on Securities." Options on futures contracts
involve risks similar to those risks relating to transactions in financial
futures contracts described above. Also, an option purchased by a Portfolio may
expire worthless, in which case the Portfolio would lose the premium paid
therefor.
 
DELAYED DELIVERY TRANSACTIONS. The Total Return, High Yield, Growth, Government
Securities, Investment Grade Bond and Horizon Portfolios may purchase or sell
portfolio securities on a when-issued or delayed delivery basis. When-issued or
delayed delivery transactions arise when securities are purchased by the
Portfolio with payment and delivery to take place in the future in order to
secure what is considered to be an advantageous price and yield to the Portfolio
at the time of entering into the transaction. When the Portfolio enters into a
delayed delivery transaction, it becomes obligated to purchase securities and it
has all of the rights and risks attendant to ownership of a security, although
delivery and payment occur at a later date. The value of fixed income securities
to be delivered in the future will fluctuate as interest rates vary. At the time
a Portfolio makes the commitment to purchase a security on a when-issued or
delayed delivery basis, it will record the transaction and reflect the liability
for the purchase and the value of the security in determining its net asset
value. Likewise, at the time a Portfolio makes the commitment to sell a security
on a delayed delivery basis, it will record the transaction and include the
proceeds to be received in determining its net asset value; accordingly, any
fluctuations in the value of the security sold pursuant to a delayed delivery
commitment are ignored in calculating net asset value so long as the commitment
remains in effect. The Portfolio generally has the ability to close out a
purchase obligation on or before the settlement date, rather than take delivery
of the security.
 
To the extent the Portfolio engages in when-issued or delayed delivery
transactions, it will do so for the purpose of acquiring portfolio securities
consistent with the Portfolio's investment objective and policies. The Portfolio
will only make commitments to purchase securities on a when-issued or delayed
delivery basis with the intention of actually acquiring the securities, but the
Portfolio reserves the right to sell these securities before the settlement date
if deemed advisable.
 
REGULATORY RESTRICTIONS. To the extent required to comply with SEC Release No.
IC-10666, when purchasing a futures contract, writing a put option or entering
into a delayed delivery purchase or a forward currency exchange purchase, a
Portfolio will maintain in a segregated account cash, U.S. Government securities
or liquid high grade debt securities equal to the value of such contracts. A
Portfolio will use cover in connection with selling a futures contract.
 
A Portfolio will not engage in transactions in financial futures contracts or
options thereon for speculation, but only to attempt to hedge against changes in
interest rates or market conditions affecting the value of securities which the
Portfolio holds or intends to purchase.
 
FOREIGN CURRENCY OPTIONS. The Total Return, High Yield, Growth, International,
Small Cap Growth, Investment Grade Bond, Value+Growth and Horizon Portfolios may
engage in foreign currency options transactions. A foreign currency option
provides the option buyer with the right to buy or sell a stated amount of
foreign currency at the exercise price at a specified date or during the option
period. A call option gives its owner the right, but not the obligation, to buy
the currency, while a put option gives its owner the right, but not the
obligation, to sell the currency. The option seller (writer) is obligated to
fulfill the terms of the option sold if it is exercised. However, either seller
or buyer may close its position during the option period in the secondary market
for such options any time prior to expiration.
 
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A call rises in value if the underlying currency appreciates. Conversely, a put
rises in value if the underlying currency depreciates. While purchasing a
foreign currency option can protect the Portfolio against an adverse movement in
the value of a foreign currency, it does not limit the gain which might result
from a favorable movement in the value of such currency. For example, if a
Portfolio were holding securities denominated in an appreciating foreign
currency and had purchased a foreign currency put to hedge against a decline in
the value of the currency, it would not have to exercise its put. Similarly, if
the Portfolio had entered into a contract to purchase a security denominated in
a foreign currency and had purchased a foreign currency call to hedge against a
rise in value of the currency but instead the currency had depreciated in value
between the date of purchase and the settlement date, the Portfolio would not
have to exercise its call but could acquire in the spot market the amount of
foreign currency needed for settlement.
 
FOREIGN CURRENCY FUTURES TRANSACTIONS. As part of their financial futures
transactions (see "Financial Futures Contracts" and "Options on Financial
Futures Contracts" above), the Total Return, High Yield, Growth, International,
Small Cap Growth, Investment Grade Bond, Value+Growth and Horizon Portfolios may
use foreign currency futures contracts and options on such futures contracts.
Through the purchase or sale of such contracts, a Portfolio may be able to
achieve many of the same objectives as through forward foreign currency exchange
contracts more effectively and possibly at a lower cost.
 
Unlike forward foreign currency exchange contracts, foreign currency futures
contracts and options on foreign currency futures contracts are standardized as
to amount and delivery period and are traded on boards of trade and commodities
exchanges. It is anticipated that such contracts may provide greater liquidity
and lower cost than forward foreign currency exchange contracts.
 
FORWARD FOREIGN CURRENCY EXCHANGE CONTRACTS. The Total Return, High Yield,
Growth, International, Small Cap Growth, Investment Grade Bond, Value+Growth and
Horizon Portfolios may engage in forward foreign currency transactions. A
forward foreign currency exchange contract involves an obligation to purchase or
sell a specific currency at a future date, which may be any fixed number of days
("term") from the date of the contract agreed upon by the parties, at a price
set at the time of the contract. These contracts are traded directly between
currency traders (usually large commercial banks) and their customers. The
investment manager believes that it is important to have the flexibility to
enter into such forward contracts when it determines that to do so is in the
best interest of a Portfolio. A Portfolio will not speculate in foreign currency
exchange.
 
If a Portfolio retains the portfolio security and engages in an offsetting
transaction with respect to a forward contract, the Portfolio will incur a gain
or a loss (as described below) to the extent that there has been movement in
forward contract prices. If a Portfolio engages in an offsetting transaction, it
may subsequently enter into a new forward contract to sell the foreign currency.
Should forward prices decline during the period between a Portfolio's entering
into a forward contract for the sale of foreign currency and the date when it
enters into an offsetting contract for the purchase of the foreign currency, the
Portfolio would realize a gain to the extent the price of the currency it has
agreed to sell exceeds the price of the currency it has agreed to purchase.
Should forward prices increase, the Portfolio would suffer a loss to the extent
the price of the currency it has agreed to purchase exceeds the price of the
currency it has agreed to sell. Although such contracts tend to minimize the
risk of loss due to a decline in the value of the hedged currency, they also
tend to limit any potential gain that might result should the value of such
currency increase. A Portfolio may have to convert its holdings of foreign
currencies into U.S. Dollars from time to time in order to meet such needs as
Portfolio expenses and redemption requests. Although foreign exchange dealers do
not charge a fee for conversion, they do realize a profit based on the
difference (the "spread") between the prices at which they are buying and
selling various currencies.
 
The returns available from foreign currency denominated debt instruments can be
adversely affected by changes in exchange rates. The investment manager believes
that the use of foreign currency hedging techniques, including "cross-hedges"
for the International Portfolio, can help protect against declines in the U.S.
Dollar value of income available for distribution to shareholders, and against
declines in the net asset value of a
 
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Portfolio's shares resulting from adverse changes in currency exchange rates.
For example, the return available from securities denominated in a particular
foreign currency would diminish if the value of the U.S. Dollar increased
against that currency. Such a decline could be partially or completely offset by
the increased value of a cross-hedge involving a forward foreign currency
exchange contract to sell a different foreign currency, if that contract were
available on terms more advantageous to the International Portfolio than a
contract to sell the currency in which the position being hedged is denominated.
The investment manager believes that cross-hedges can therefore provide
significant protection of net asset value in the event of a general rise in the
U.S. Dollar against foreign currencies. However, a cross-hedge cannot provide
assured protection against exchange rate risks and, if the investment manager
misjudges future exchange rate relationships, the International Portfolio could
be in a less advantageous position than if such a hedge had not been
established.
 
A Portfolio will not enter into forward contracts or maintain a net exposure in
such contracts when the Portfolio would be obligated to deliver an amount of
foreign currency in excess of the value of the Portfolio's securities or other
assets (a) denominated in that currency or (b), in the case of a "cross-hedge"
for the International Portfolio (see "Investment Objectives, Policies and Risk
Factors" in the prospectus), denominated in a currency or currencies that the
investment manager believes will have price movements that tend to correlate
closely with that currency. The investment manager will normally seek to select
currencies for sale under a forward contract for a "cross-hedge" that would
reflect a price movement correlation of .8 or higher with respect to the
currency being hedged (1 reflects a perfect correlation, 0 reflects a random
relationship and -1 reflects a diametrically opposite correlation). There is, of
course, no assurance that any specific correlation can be maintained for any
specific transaction. See "Foreign Currency Transactions" under "Investment
Techniques" in the prospectus. The Fund's custodian bank segregates cash or
liquid high-grade securities in an amount not less than the value of a
Portfolio's total assets committed to forward foreign currency exchange
contracts entered into for the purchase of foreign currency. If the value of the
securities segregated declines, additional cash or securities are added so that
the segregated amount is not less than the amount of the Portfolio's commitments
with respect to such contracts. The Portfolios currently do not intend to enter
into such forward contracts if they would have more than 15% of the value of
their total assets committed to such contracts. A Portfolio generally will not
enter into a forward contract with a term longer than one year.
 
COLLATERALIZED OBLIGATIONS. A Portfolio will currently invest in only those
collateralized obligations that are fully collateralized and that meet the
quality standards otherwise applicable to the Portfolio's investments. Fully
collateralized means that the collateral will generate cash flows sufficient to
meet obligations to holders of the collateralized obligations under even the
most conservative prepayment and interest rate projections. Thus, the
collateralized obligations are structured to anticipate a worst case prepayment
condition and to minimize the reinvestment rate risk for cash flows between
coupon dates for the collateralized obligations. A worst case prepayment
condition generally assumes immediate prepayment of all securities purchased at
a premium and zero prepayment of all securities purchased at a discount.
Reinvestment rate risk may be minimized by assuming very conservative
reinvestment rates and by other means such as by maintaining the flexibility to
increase principal distributions in a low interest rate environment. The
effective credit quality of the collateralized obligations in such instances is
the credit quality of the issuer of the collateral. The requirements as to
collateralization are determined by the issuer or sponsor of the collateralized
obligation in order to satisfy rating agencies, if rated. None of the Portfolios
currently intends to invest more than 5% of its total assets in collateralized
obligations that are collateralized by a pool of credit card or automobile
receivables or other types of assets rather than a pool of mortgages,
mortgage-backed securities or U.S. Government securities. Currently, none of the
Portfolios intends to invest more than 5% of its net assets in inverse floaters
as described in the prospectus (see "Investment Techniques--Collateralized
Obligations"). The Money Market Portfolio does not invest in inverse floaters.
 
Payments of principal and interest on the underlying collateral securities are
not passed through directly to the holders of the collateralized obligations as
such. Collateralized obligations often are issued in two or more classes with
varying maturities and stated rates of interest. Because interest and principal
payments on the
 
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underlying securities are not passed through directly to holders of
collateralized obligations, such obligations of varying maturities may be
secured by a single portfolio or pool of securities, the payments on which are
used to pay interest on each class and to retire successive maturities in
sequence. These relationships may in effect "strip" the interest payments from
principal payments of the underlying securities and allow for the separate
purchase of either the interest or the principal payments, sometimes called
interest only ("IO") and principal only ("PO") securities. Collateralized
obligations are designed to be retired as the underlying securities are repaid.
In the event of prepayment on or call of such securities, the class of
collateralized obligation first to mature generally will be paid down first.
Therefore, although in most cases the issuer of collateralized obligations will
not supply additional collateral in the event of such prepayment, there will be
sufficient collateral to secure collateralized obligations that remain
outstanding. It is anticipated that no more than 5% of a Portfolio's net assets
will be invested in IO and PO securities. Governmentally-issued and
privately-issued IO's and PO's will be considered illiquid for purposes of a
Portfolio's limitation on illiquid securities, however, the Board of Trustees
may adopt guidelines under which governmentally-issued IO's and PO's may be
determined to be liquid.
 
In reliance on an interpretation by the SEC, a Portfolio's investments in
certain qualifying collateralized obligations are not subject to the limitations
in the 1940 Act regarding investments by a registered investment company, such
as a Portfolio, in another investment company.
 
ZERO COUPON GOVERNMENT SECURITIES. Subject to its investment objective and
policies, a Portfolio may invest in zero coupon U.S. Government securities. Zero
coupon bonds are purchased at a discount from the face amount. The buyer
receives only the right to receive a fixed payment on a certain date in the
future and does not receive any periodic interest payments. These securities may
include those created directly by the U.S. Treasury and those created as
collateralized obligations through various proprietary custodial, trust or other
relationships. The effect of owning instruments which do not make current
interest payments is that a fixed yield is earned not only on the original
investment but also, in effect, on all discount accretion during the life of the
obligations. This implicit reinvestment of earnings at the same rate eliminates
the risk of being unable to reinvest distributions at a rate as high as the
implicit yield on the zero coupon bond, but at the same time eliminates any
opportunity to reinvest earnings at higher rates. For this reason, zero coupon
bonds are subject to substantially greater price fluctuations during periods of
changing market interest rates than those of comparable securities that pay
interest currently, which fluctuation is greater as the period to maturity is
longer. Zero coupon bonds created as collateralized obligations are similar to
those created through the U.S. Treasury, but the former investments do not
provide absolute certainty of maturity or of cash flows after prior classes of
the collateralized obligations are retired. No Portfolio currently intends to
invest more than 5% of its net assets in zero coupon U.S. Government securities
during the current year.
 
                             PORTFOLIO TRANSACTIONS
 
Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc. (formerly named Kemper Financial Services, Inc.)
("ZKI") and its affiliate Dreman Value Advisors, Inc. ("DVA") are each the
investment manager or sub-adviser for the Portfolios of the Fund. ZKI and its
affiliates, including DVA, also furnish investment management services to the
Kemper funds and other clients including affiliated insurance companies. ZKI is
the sole shareholder of Zurich Investment Management, Inc. and Zurich Investment
Management Limited. These three entities share some common research and trading
facilities. DVA is the investment manager or sub-adviser for certain Kemper
Funds and other institutional accounts including the Value, Small Cap Value,
Value+Growth and Horizon Portfolios. At times investment decisions may be made
to purchase or sell the same investment security for one or more Portfolios and
for one or more of the clients managed by ZKI or its affiliates. When two or
more of such clients are simultaneously engaged in the purchase or sale of the
same security through the same trading facility, the transactions are allocated
as to amount and price in a manner considered equitable to each.
 
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National securities exchanges have established limitations governing the maximum
number of options in each class which may be written by a single investor or
group of investors acting in concert. An exchange may order the liquidation of
positions found to be in violation of these limits, and it may impose certain
other sanctions. These position limits may restrict the number of options the
Fund will be able to write on a particular security.
 
The above mentioned factors may have a detrimental effect on the quantities or
prices of securities, options or futures contracts available to the Portfolios.
On the other hand, the ability of the Portfolios to participate in volume
transactions may produce better executions for the Portfolios in some cases. The
Board of Trustees of the Fund believes that the benefits of the ZKI and DVA
organizations outweigh any limitations that may arise from simultaneous
transactions or position limits.
 
The Fund may purchase instruments issued by banks which are receiving service
payments or commissions; however, no preferences will be given in making such
portfolio purchases. Money market instruments are normally purchased in
principal transactions directly from the issuer or from an underwriter or market
maker. There usually will be no brokerage commissions paid for such purchases.
Purchases from underwriters will include a commission or concession paid by the
issuer to the underwriter, and purchases from dealers serving as market makers
will include the spread between the bid and asked prices.
 
ZKI and DVA, in effecting purchases and sales of portfolio securities for the
account of each Portfolio, will implement the policy of seeking best execution
of orders, which includes best net prices, except to the extent that ZKI and DVA
may be permitted to pay higher brokerage commissions for research services as
described below. Consistent with this policy, orders for portfolio transactions
are placed with broker-dealer firms giving consideration to the quality,
quantity and nature of each firm's professional services, which include
execution, clearance procedures, wire service quotations and statistical and
other research information provided to the Portfolios, ZKI, and DVA. Any
research benefits derived are available for all clients, including clients of
affiliated companies of ZKI. Since it is only supplementary to ZKI's and DVA's
own research efforts and must be analyzed and reviewed by their staffs, the
receipt of research information is not expected to materially reduce expenses.
In selecting among the firms believed to meet the criteria for handling a
particular transaction, ZKI and DVA may give consideration to those firms that
have sold or are selling shares of other funds managed by ZKI and DVA or
variable life insurance and variable annuity contracts funded by the Fund, as
well as to those firms that provide market, statistical and other research
information to the Fund, ZKI and DVA; although neither ZKI nor DVA is authorized
to pay higher commissions or, in the case of principal trades, higher prices to
firms that provide such services, except as described below.
 
ZKI and DVA may in certain instances be permitted to pay higher brokerage
commissions (not including principal trades) solely for receipt of market,
statistical and other research services. Subject to Section 28(e) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees
of the Fund, the Fund could pay a firm that provides research services to ZKI or
DVA commissions for effecting a securities transaction for the Fund in excess of
the amount other firms would have charged for the transaction if ZKI or DVA
determines in good faith that the greater commission is reasonable in relation
to the value of the research services provided by the executing firm viewed in
terms either of a particular transaction or ZKI's or DVA's overall
responsibilities to the Fund or other clients. Not all of such research services
may be useful or of value in advising a particular Portfolio. Research benefits
will be available for all clients of ZKI and its subsidiaries. The investment
management fee paid by the Fund to ZKI or DVA is not reduced because ZKI or DVA
receives these research services.
 
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The table below shows total brokerage commissions paid by each Portfolio (other
than the Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap Value, Value+Growth and Horizon
Portfolios, all of which commenced operations on May 1, 1996) then existing for
the last three fiscal years and, for the most recent fiscal year, the percentage
thereof that was allocated to firms based upon research information provided or
sales of Kemper Fund shares.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                            ALLOCATED TO FIRMS
                                                            BASED ON RESEARCH
                PORTFOLIO                    FISCAL 1995      IN FISCAL 1995      FISCAL 1994    FISCAL 1993
- ------------------------------------------   -----------    ------------------    -----------    -----------
<S>                                          <C>            <C>                   <C>            <C>
Money Market..............................   $         0             0%           $         0    $         0
Total Return..............................   $ 1,613,000            62%           $ 2,594,000    $ 3,044,000
High Yield................................   $     4,000            95%           $     7,000    $    12,000
Growth....................................   $ 1,066,000            79%           $ 1,058,000    $   880,000
Government Securities.....................   $    12,000             0%           $    27,000    $     3,000
International.............................   $   941,000            93%           $   996,000    $   566,000
Small Cap Growth..........................   $   245,000            53%           $    32,000*   $       N/A
</TABLE>
 
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 * Commencement of Operations on May 1, 1994 through December 31, 1994
 
                      INVESTMENT MANAGERS AND DISTRIBUTOR
 
INVESTMENT MANAGERS. ZKI is investment manager for each Portfolio other than the
Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios. ZKI is wholly owned by KFS Holding Corp.
KFS Holding Corp. is a more than 90% owned subsidiary of Zurich Holding Company
of America, Inc., which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Zurich Insurance
Company, an internationally recognized company providing services in life and
non-life insurance, reinsurance and asset management. DVA, a wholly owned
subsidiary of ZKI, serves as the investment manager for the Value and Small Cap
Value Portfolios. Pursuant to investment management agreements, ZKI acts as
investment manager to each Portfolio (DVA for the Value and Small Cap Value
Portfolios), manages its investments, administers its business affairs,
furnishes office facilities and equipment, provides clerical, bookkeeping and
administrative services, provides shareholder and information services and
permits any of its officers or employees to serve without compensation as
trustees or officers of the Fund if elected to such positions. The agreements
provide that each Portfolio pays the charges and expenses of its operations
including the fees and expenses of the trustees (except those who are officers
or employees of the investment manager), independent auditors, counsel,
custodian and transfer agent and the cost of share certificates, reports and
notices to shareholders, brokerage commissions or transaction costs, costs of
calculating net asset value, taxes and membership dues. The Fund bears the
expenses of registration of its shares with the Securities and Exchange
Commission, while the principal underwriter pays the cost of qualifying and
maintaining the qualification of the Fund's shares for sale under the securities
laws of the various states, if any.
 
The agreements provide that the investment manager (ZKI or DVA) shall not be
liable for any error of judgment or of law, or for any loss suffered by the Fund
in connection with the matters to which the agreement relates, except a loss
resulting from willful misfeasance, bad faith or gross negligence on the part of
the investment manager in the performance of its obligations and duties, or by
reason of its reckless disregard of its obligations and duties under the
agreement.
 
Each investment management agreement continues in effect from year to year so
long as its continuation is approved at least annually by a majority of the
trustees who are not parties to such agreements or interested persons of any
such party except in their capacity as trustees of the Fund and by the
shareholders or the Board of Trustees. Each agreement may be terminated at any
time upon 60 days' notice by either party, or by a majority vote of the
outstanding shares, and will terminate automatically upon assignment. Additional
 
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Portfolios may become subject to the investment management agreements. The
provisions concerning continuation, amendment and termination and the allocation
of the management fees and the application of the expense limitation shall be on
a Portfolio by Portfolio basis. Additional Portfolios may be subject to
different agreements.
 
DVA is the sub-adviser of the Value+Growth and the Horizon Portfolios. DVA acts
as sub-adviser pursuant to the terms of a Sub-Advisory Agreement between it and
ZKI. Under the terms of the Sub-Advisory Agreement, DVA manages the value
portion of each Portfolio and provides such investment advice, research and
assistance as ZKI may, from time to time, reasonably request. For its services,
DVA will receive from ZKI a monthly sub-advisory fee at the annual rate of (i)
 .25% of average daily net assets of the Value+Growth Portfolio and (ii) .25% of
the portion of the average daily net assets of each Horizon Portfolio allocated
by ZKI to DVA for management. DVA permits any of its officers or employees to
serve without compensation as trustees or officers of the Fund if elected to
such positions.
 
The Sub-Advisory Agreement provides that DVA will not be liable for any error of
judgment or mistake of law or for any loss suffered by the Fund in connection
with matters to which the Sub-Advisory Agreement relates, except a loss
resulting from willful misfeasance, bad faith or gross negligence on the part of
DVA in the performance of its obligations and duties or by reason of reckless
disregard by DVA of its obligations and duties under the Sub-Advisory Agreement.
 
The Sub-Advisory Agreement continues in effect from year to year so long as its
continuation is approved at least annually (a) by a majority of the trustees who
are not parties to such agreement or interested persons of any such party except
in their capacity as trustees of the Fund and (b) by the shareholders or the
Board of Trustees. The Sub-Advisory Agreement may be terminated at any time for
a Portfolio upon 60 days notice by ZKI, DVA or the Board of Trustees, or by a
majority vote of the outstanding shares of the Portfolio, and will terminate
automatically upon assignment or upon the termination of the Fund's investment
management agreement. The provisions concerning continuation, amendment and
termination are on a Portfolio by Portfolio basis. Additional Portfolios may be
subject to a different agreement.
 
The Fund pays an investment management fee payable monthly, at an annual rate,
based upon the average daily net assets of each Portfolio, as follows: Money
Market (.50%), Total Return (.55%), High Yield (.60%), Growth (.60%), Government
Securities (.55%), International (.75%), Small Cap Growth (.65%), Investment
Grade Bond (.60%), Value (.75%), Small Cap Value (.75%), Value+Growth (.75%),
Horizon 20+ (.60%), Horizon 10+ (.60%) and Horizon 5 (.60%). For management
services and facilities furnished for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1995,
the Fund incurred fees in the Money Market, Total Return, High Yield, Growth,
Government Securities, International and Small Cap Growth Portfolios of
$373,000, $3,461,000, $1,463,000, $2,132,000, $538,000, $946,000 and $151,000,
respectively. For management services and facilities furnished for the fiscal
year ended December 31, 1994, the Fund incurred fees in the Money Market, Total
Return, High Yield, Growth, Government Securities, International and Small Cap
Growth Portfolios of $512,000, $3,403,000, $1,329,000, $1,768,000, $583,000,
$842,000 and $26,000, respectively. For management services and facilities
furnished for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1993, the Fund incurred fees in
the Money Market, Total Return, High Yield, Growth, Government Securities and
International Portfolios of $357,000, $3,223,000, $1,225,000, $1,472,000,
$629,000 and $295,000, respectively.
 
PRINCIPAL UNDERWRITER. Kemper Distributors, Inc. ("KDI"), a wholly owned
subsidiary of ZKI, is the distributor and principal underwriter for shares of
the Fund in the continuous offering of its shares. The Fund pays the cost for
the prospectus and shareholder reports to be set in type and printed for
existing shareholders, and KDI pays for the printing and distribution of copies
thereof used in connection with the offering of shares to prospective
shareholders. KDI also pays for supplementary sales literature and advertising
costs. Terms of continuation, termination and assignment under the underwriting
agreement are identical to those described above with regard to the investment
management agreements, except that termination other than upon assignment
requires six month's notice.
 
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Investors Fiduciary Trust Company ("IFTC"), has entered into an agreement with
Kemper Investors Life Insurance Company ("KILICO") whereby KILICO provides
certain record keeping services. During the year ended December 31, 1995, no
fees for record keeping or dividend-paying agents' services, were paid to
KILICO.
 
                                    EXPERTS
 
The financial statements of the Fund at December 31, 1995 and for the five years
in the period then ended have been audited by Ernst & Young LLP, 233 South
Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606, independent auditors, as set forth in
their report appearing elsewhere herein and incorporated herein by reference;
and those financial statements are included in reliance upon such report given
upon the authority of such firm as experts in accounting and auditing.
 
                       PURCHASE AND REDEMPTION OF SHARES
 
Fund shares are sold at their net asset value next determined after an order and
payment are received as described in the Fund's prospectus.
 
Upon receipt by IFTC, the Fund's Transfer Agent, of a request for redemption,
shares will be redeemed by the Fund at the applicable net asset value as
described in the Fund's prospectus.
 
The Fund may suspend the right of redemption or delay payment more than seven
days (a) during any period when the New York Stock Exchange ("Exchange") is
closed, other than customary weekend and holiday closings or during any period
in which trading on the Exchange is restricted, (b) during any period when an
emergency exists as a result of which (i) disposal of a Portfolio's investments
is not reasonably practicable, or (ii) it is not reasonably practicable for the
Portfolio to determine the value of its net assets, or (c) for such other
periods as the Securities and Exchange Commission may by order permit for the
protection of the Fund's shareholders.
 
                             OFFICERS AND TRUSTEES
 
The officers and trustees of the Fund, their principal occupations and their
affiliations, if any, with ZKI or DVA, the investment managers for the Fund and
KDI, the Fund's principal underwriter or their affiliates, are as follows (The
number following each person's title is the number of investment companies
managed by ZKI or DVA for which he or she holds similar positions):
 
JAMES E. AKINS (10/15/26), Trustee (13), 2904 Garfield Terrace, N.W.,
Washington, D.C.; Consultant on International, Political and Economic Affairs;
formerly a career United States Foreign Service Officer, Energy Adviser for the
White House and United States Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, 1973-76.
 
ARTHUR R. GOTTSCHALK (02/13/25), Trustee (13), 10642 Brookridge Drive,
Frankfort, Illinois; Retired; formerly, President, Illinois Manufacturers
Association; Trustee, Illinois Masonic Medical Center; Member, Board of
Governors, Heartland Institute/Illinois; formerly, Illinois State Senator.
 
FREDERICK T. KELSEY (04/25/27), Trustee (13), 3133 Laughing Gull Court, John's
Island, South Carolina; Retired; formerly, consultant to Goldman, Sachs & Co.;
formerly, President, Treasurer and Trustee of Institutional Liquid Assets and
its affiliated mutual funds; Trustee of the Benchmark Fund and the Pilot Fund.
 
*DOMINIQUE P. MORAX (10/02/48), Trustee (36), 120 South LaSalle Street, Chicago,
Illinois; Member, Extended Corporate Executive Board, Zurich Insurance Company;
Director, ZKI.
 
FRED B. RENWICK (02/01/30), Trustee (13), 3 Hanover Square, New York, New York;
Professor of Finance, New York University, Stern School of Business; Director,
TIFF Industrial Program, Inc., Director, the Wartberg
 
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Home Foundation; Chairman Investment Committee of Morehouse College Board of
Trustees; Chairman, American Bible Society Investment Committee; formerly member
of the Investment Committee of Atlanta University Board of Trustees; formerly
Director of Board of Pensions Evangelical Lutheran Church of America.
 
*STEPHEN B. TIMBERS (08/08/44), President and Trustee (36), 120 S. LaSalle
Street, Chicago, Illinois; President, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Investment
Officer and Director, ZKI; Director, KDI, DVA and LTV Corporation.
 
JOHN B. TINGLEFF (05/04/35), Trustee (13), 2015 South Lake Shore Drive, Harbor
Springs, Michigan; Retired; formerly President, Tingleff & Associates
(management consulting firm); formerly, Senior Vice President, Continental
Illinois National Bank & Trust Company.
 
JOHN G. WEITHERS (08/08/33), Trustee (13), 311 Springlake, Hinsdale, Illinois;
Retired; formerly, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Chicago
Stock Exchange; Director, Federal Life Insurance Company; President of the
Members of the Corporation and Trustee, DePaul University; Director Systems
Imagineering, Inc.
 
*J. PATRICK BEIMFORD, JR. (05/25/50), Vice President (23), 120 South LaSalle
Street, Chicago, Illinois; Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer
- -- Fixed Income Investments, ZKI.
 
*MICHAEL A. BERRY (05/29/47), Vice President (2), 10 Exchange Place, 20th Floor,
Jersey City, New Jersey; Managing Director, DVA.
 
*DANIEL J. BUKOWSKI (05/06/63), Vice President (3), 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois; Senior Vice President and Director of Quantitative Research,
ZKI.
 
*ROBERT S. CESSINE (01/05/50), Vice President (4), 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois; Senior Vice President, ZKI; formerly, Vice President,
Wellington Management Company.
 
*PHILIP J. COLLORA (11/15/45), Vice President and Secretary (36), 120 South
LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois; Attorney, Senior Vice President and Assistant
Secretary, ZKI.
 
*CHARLES F. CUSTER (08/19/28), Vice President and Assistant Secretary (36), 222
North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois; Partner, Vedder, Price, Kaufman &
Kammholz (attorneys), Legal Counsel to the Fund.
 
*DAVID N. DREMAN (05/06/36), Vice President (3), 10 Exchange Place, 20th Floor,
Jersey City, New Jersey; Chairman and Director, DVA.
 
*JEROME L. DUFFY (06/29/36), Treasurer (36), 120 South LaSalle Street, Chicago,
Illinois; Senior Vice President, ZKI.
 
*DENNIS H. FERRO (06/20/45), Vice President (5), 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois; Executive Vice President and Director of International Equity
Investments, ZKI; prior thereto, President, Managing Director and Chief
Investment Officer of an international investment advisory firm.
 
*GARY A. LANGBAUM (12/16/48), Vice President (2), 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois; Executive Vice President, ZKI.
 
*MICHAEL A. McNAMARA (12/28/44), Vice President (6), 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois; Senior Vice President, ZKI.
 
*JOHN E. NEAL (03/09/50), Vice President (36), 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois; President, Kemper Funds Group, a unit of ZKI; Director ZKI,
DVA and KDI.
 
*JOHN E. PETERS (11/04/47), Vice President (36), 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois; Senior Executive Vice President, ZKI; President and Director,
KDI; Director, DVA.
 
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*THOMAS M. REGNER (07/01/52), Vice President (2), 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois; Senior Vice President, ZKI.
 
*STEVEN H. REYNOLDS (09/11/43), Vice President (13), 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois; Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer --
Equities, ZKI.
 
*FRANK J. RACHWALSKI, JR. (03/26/45), Vice President (8), 120 South LaSalle
Street, Chicago, Illinois; Senior Vice President, ZKI.
 
*HARRY E. RESIS, JR. (11/24/45), Vice President (6), 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois; First Vice President, ZKI.
 
*RICHARD L. VANDENBERG (11/16/49), Vice President (8), 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois; formerly senior vice president and portfolio manager of an
investment management firm.
 
* Interested persons of the Fund as defined in the Investment Company Act of
1940.
 
The trustees and officers who are "interested persons" as designated above
receive no compensation from the Fund, except that Mr. Custer's law firm
receives fees from the Fund as counsel to the Fund. The table below shows
amounts paid or accrued to those trustees who are not designated "interested
persons" during the 1995 calendar year.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                           TOTAL
                                                                                     COMPENSATION FROM
                                                                     AGGREGATE      KEMPER FUND COMPLEX
                                                                    COMPENSATION          PAID TO
                         NAME OF TRUSTEE                             FROM FUND           TRUSTEES**
- -----------------------------------------------------------------   ------------    --------------------
<S>                                                                 <C>             <C>
James E. Akins***................................................     $  6,800            $ 26,100
Arthur R. Gottschalk*............................................     $ 28,700            $ 90,300
Frederick T. Kelsey*.............................................     $ 29,100            $ 90,700
Fred B. Renwick***...............................................     $  6,800            $ 26,100
John B. Tingleff.................................................     $ 25,400            $ 81,700
John G. Weithers.................................................     $ 25,600            $ 81,900
</TABLE>
 
- ---------------
  * Includes deferred fees and interest thereon pursuant to deferred
    compensation agreements with the Fund. Deferred amounts accrue interest
    monthly at a rate equal to the yield of Kemper Money Funds--Kemper Money
    Market Fund. Total deferred fees and interest accrued for the latest and
    prior fiscal years for this Fund are $53,800 for Mr. Gottschalk and $74,200
    for Mr. Kelsey.
 
 ** Includes compensation for service on the Boards of 11 Kemper funds with 25
    fund portfolios during calendar year 1995. Each trustee currently serves as
    a board member of 13 Kemper funds with 36 fund portfolios.
 
*** Elected trustee on September 19, 1995.
 
As of April 30, 1996, the trustees and officers as a group owned beneficially
less than 1% of the outstanding shares of each Portfolio of the Fund.
 
As of April 30, 1996, ZKI owned all the shares of the Investment Grade Bond,
Value, Small Cap Value, Value+Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5
Portfolios of the Fund.
 
As of April 30, 1996, all the shares of the Money Market, Total Return, High
Yield, Growth, Government Securities, International, and Small Cap Growth
Portfolios were held of record by KILICO Variable Annuity Separate Account
("KVASA") and KILICO Variable Separate Account ("KVSA") on behalf of the owners
of variable life insurance contracts and variable annuity contracts. At all
meetings of shareholders of these portfolios, KILICO will vote the shares held
of record by KVASA and KVSA only in accordance with the instructions received
from the variable life and variable annuity contract owners on behalf of whom
the shares
 
                                      B-18
<PAGE>   68
 
are held. All shares for which no instructions are received will be voted in the
same proportion as the shares for which instructions are received. Accordingly,
KILICO disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares of these portfolios held of
record by KVASA and KVSA.
 
                              DIVIDENDS AND TAXES
 
DIVIDENDS. The Fund may at any time vary the dividend practices with respect to
a Portfolio and, therefore, reserves the right from time to time to either
distribute or retain for reinvestment such of its net investment income and its
net short-term and long-term capital gains as the Board of Trustees of the Fund
determines appropriate under the then current circumstances.
 
TAXES. Each Portfolio intends to continue to qualify (or, for each of the
Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap Value, Value+Growth, Horizon 20+,
Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5 Portfolios, intend to qualify) as a regulated
investment company under subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code ("Code") in
order to avoid taxation of the Fund and its shareholders. One of the subchapter
M requirements to be satisfied is that less than 30% of a Portfolio's gross
income during the fiscal year must be derived from gains from the sale or other
disposition of securities held for less than three months. A Portfolio may be
limited in its options, futures and foreign currency transactions in order to
prevent recognition of such gains.
 
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 817(h) of the Code, the only
shareholders of the Fund and its Portfolios will be insurance companies and
their separate accounts that fund variable insurance contracts. The prospectus
that describes a particular variable insurance contract discusses the taxation
of separate accounts and the owner of the particular variable insurance
contract.
 
Each Portfolio intends to comply with the requirements of Section 817(h) and
related regulations. Section 817(h) of the Code and the regulations issued by
the Treasury Department impose certain diversification requirements affecting
the securities in which the Portfolios may invest. These diversification
requirements are in addition to the diversification requirements under
subchapter M and the Investment Company Act of 1940. The consequences of failure
to meet the requirements of Section 817(h) could result in taxation of the
insurance company offering the variable insurance contract and immediate
taxation of the owner of the contract to the extent of appreciation on
investment under the contract.
 
The preceding is a brief summary of certain of the relevant tax considerations.
The summary is not intended as a complete explanation or a substitute for
careful tax planning and consultation with individual tax advisers.
 
                               SHAREHOLDER RIGHTS
 
The Fund is generally not required to hold meetings of its shareholders. Under
the Agreement and Declaration of Trust of the Fund ("Declaration of Trust"),
however, shareholder meetings will be held in connection with the following
matters: (a) the election or removal of trustees if a meeting is called for such
purpose; (b) the adoption of any contract for which approval is required by the
1940 Act; (c) any termination of the Fund to the extent and as provided in the
Declaration of Trust; (d) any amendment of the Declaration of Trust (other than
amendments changing the name of the Fund or any Portfolio, establishing a
Portfolio, supplying any omission, curing any ambiguity or curing, correcting or
supplementing any defective or inconsistent provision thereof); (e) as to
whether a court action, preceding or claim should or should not be brought or
maintained derivatively or as a class action on behalf of the Fund or the
shareholders, to the same extent as the stockholders of a Massachusetts business
corporation; and (f) such additional matters as may be required by law, the
Declaration of Trust, the By-laws of the Fund, or any registration of the Fund
with the Securities and Exchange Commission or any state, or as the trustees may
consider necessary or desirable. The shareholders also would vote upon changes
in fundamental investment objectives, policies or restrictions.
 
                                      B-19
<PAGE>   69
 
Under current interpretations of the 1940 Act, the Fund expects that
Participating Insurance Company shareholders will offer VLI and VA contract
holders the opportunity to instruct them as to how Fund shares attributable to
such contracts will be voted with respect to the matters described above. The
separate prospectuses describing the VLI and VA contracts include additional
disclosure of how contract holder voting rights are computed.
 
Under Massachusetts law, shareholders of a Massachusetts business trust could,
under certain circumstances, be held personally liable for obligations of the
Fund. The Declaration of Trust, however, contains provisions designed to protect
shareholders from liability for acts or obligations of the Fund and requires
that notice of such provisions be given in each agreement, obligation or
instrument entered into or executed by the Fund or the trustees. Moreover, the
Declaration of Trust provides for indemnification out of Fund property for all
losses and expenses of any shareholders held personally liable for the
obligations of the Fund and the Fund will be covered by insurance which the
trustees consider adequate to cover foreseeable tort claims. Thus, the risk of a
shareholder incurring financial loss on account of shareholder liability is
considered by ZKI remote and not material since it is limited to circumstances
in which the provisions limiting liability are inoperative and the Fund itself
is unable to meet its obligations.
 
The Declaration of Trust further provides that the trustees will not be liable
for errors of judgment or mistakes of fact or law. The Declaration of Trust does
not protect a trustee against any liability to which he or she should otherwise
be subject by reason of willful misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence or
reckless disregard of the duties of a trustee. The Declaration of Trust permits
the Trust to purchase insurance against certain liabilities on behalf of the
trustees.
 
                                      B-20
<PAGE>   70
 
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS
 
The Board of Trustees and Shareholders
Kemper Investors Fund
 
We have audited the accompanying statement of net assets of the Investment Grade
Bond Portfolio, the Value Portfolio, the Small Cap Value Portfolio, the
Value+Growth Portfolio, the Horizon 20+ Portfolio, the Horizon 10+ Portfolio and
the Horizon 5 Portfolio, comprising certain of the Portfolios of Kemper
Investors Fund as of April 22, 1996. This statement of net assets is the
responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an
opinion on this statement of net assets based on our audit.
 
We conducted our audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards.
Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable
assurance about whether the statement of net assets is free of material
misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting
the amounts and disclosures in the statement of net assets. An audit also
includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made
by management, as well as evaluating the overall statement of net assets
presentation. We believe that our audit of the statement of net assets provides
a reasonable basis for our opinion.
 
In our opinion, the statement of net assets referred to above presents fairly,
in all material respects, the financial position of each of the above Portfolios
of Kemper Investors Fund at April 22, 1996 in conformity with generally accepted
accounting principles.
 
                                                               Ernst & Young LLP
 
Chicago, Illinois
April 22, 1996
 
                                      B-21
<PAGE>   71
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
STATEMENT OF NET ASSETS--APRIL 22, 1996
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                              SMALL CAP    VALUE+
                               INVESTMENT GRADE     VALUE       VALUE      GROWTH        HORIZON         HORIZON        HORIZON
                                BOND PORTFOLIO    PORTFOLIO   PORTFOLIO   PORTFOLIO   20+ PORTFOLIO   10+ PORTFOLIO   5 PORTFOLIO
                               ----------------   ---------   ---------   ---------   -------------   -------------   -----------
<S>                            <C>                <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>             <C>             <C>
           ASSETS
Cash.........................      $100,000       $ 100,000   $ 100,000   $ 100,000     $ 100,000       $ 100,000      $ 100,000
                               =============       ========    ========    ========    ==========      ==========       ========
         NET ASSETS
Net assets, applicable to
  shares of beneficial
  interest (unlimited number
  of shares authorized, no
  par value) outstanding:....      $100,000       $ 100,000   $ 100,000   $ 100,000     $ 100,000       $ 100,000      $ 100,000
                               =============       ========    ========    ========    ==========      ==========       ========
    THE PRICING OF SHARES
Net asset value and
  redemption price per share,
  applicable to all
  Portfolios ($100,000 divided
  by 100,000 shares
  outstanding)...............      $  1.000       $   1.000   $   1.000   $   1.000     $   1.000       $   1.000      $   1.000
Maximum offering price
  per share, applicable to
  all Portfolios (net asset
  value).....................      $  1.000       $   1.000   $   1.000   $   1.000     $   1.000       $   1.000      $   1.000
</TABLE>
 
NOTES:
 
Kemper Investors Fund (the "Fund") was organized as a business trust under the
laws of The Commonwealth of Massachusetts on January 22, 1987. All shares of
beneficial interest of each of the above Portfolios were issued to Zurich Kemper
Investments, Inc. ("ZKI"), the investment manager for certain Portfolios of the
Fund, on April 22, 1996. The Fund may establish multiple series; currently
fourteen series have been established.
 
The costs of organization of each of the above Portfolios will be paid by ZKI.
 
                                      B-22
<PAGE>   72
 
APPENDIX--RATINGS OF INVESTMENTS
 
                            COMMERCIAL PAPER RATINGS
 
A-1, A-2 AND PRIME-1, PRIME-2 COMMERCIAL PAPER RATINGS
 
Commercial paper rated by Standard & Poor's Corporation has the following
characteristics: Liquidity ratios are adequate to meet cash requirements.
Long-term senior debt is rated "A" or better. The issuer has access to at least
two additional channels of borrowing. Basic earnings and cash flow have an
upward trend with allowance made for unusual circumstances. Typically, the
issuer's industry is well established and the issuer has a strong position
within the industry. The reliability and quality of management are unquestioned.
Relative strength or weakness of the above factors determine whether the
issuer's commercial paper is rated A-1 or A-2.
 
The ratings Prime-1 and Prime-2 are the two highest commercial paper ratings
assigned by Moody's Investors Service, Inc. Among the factors considered by them
in assigning ratings are the following: (1) evaluation of the management of the
issuer; (2) economic evaluation of the issuer's industry or industries and an
appraisal of speculative-type risks which may be inherent in certain areas; (3)
evaluation of the issuer's products in relation to competition and customer
acceptance; (4) liquidity; (5) amount and quality of long-term debt; (6) trend
of earnings over a period of ten years; (7) financial strength of a parent
company and the relationships which exist with the issuer; and (8) recognition
by the management of obligations which may be present or may arise as a result
of public interest questions and preparations to meet such obligations. Relative
strength or weakness of the above factors determines whether the issuer's
commercial paper is rated Prime-1 or 2.
 
                                CORPORATE BONDS
                   STANDARD & POOR'S CORPORATION BOND RATINGS
 
AAA. Debt rated AAA has the highest rating assigned by Standard & Poor's.
Capacity to pay interest and repay principal is extremely strong.
 
AA. Debt rated AA has a very strong capacity to pay interest and repay principal
and differs from the higher rated issues only in small degree.
 
A. Debt rated A has a strong capacity to pay interest and repay principal
although it is somewhat more susceptible to the adverse effects of changes in
circumstances and economic conditions than debt in higher rated categories.
 
BBB. Debt rated BBB is regarded as having an adequate capacity to pay interest
and repay principal. Whereas it normally exhibits adequate protection
parameters, adverse economic conditions or changing circumstances are more
likely to lead to a weakened capacity to pay interest and repay principal for
debt in this category than in higher rated categories.
 
BB, B, CCC, CC, C. Debt rated BB, B, CCC, CC and C is regarded, on balance, as
predominantly speculative with respect to capacity to pay interest and repay
principal in accordance with the terms of the obligation. BB indicates the
lowest degree of speculation and C the highest degree of speculation. While such
debt will likely have some quality and protective characteristics, these are
outweighed by large uncertainties or major risk exposures to adverse conditions.
 
CI. The rating CI is reserved for income bonds on which no interest is being
paid.
 
D. Debt rated D is in default, and payment of interest and/or repayment of
principal is in arrears.
 
                                      B-23
<PAGE>   73
 
                  MOODY'S INVESTORS SERVICE, INC. BOND RATINGS
 
AAA. Bonds which are rated Aaa are judged to be of the best quality. They carry
the smallest degree of investment risk and are generally referred to as
"gilt-edge." Interest payments are protected by a large or by an exceptionally
stable margin and principal is secure. While the various protective elements are
likely to change, such changes as can be visualized are most unlikely to impair
the fundamentally strong position of such issues.
 
AA. Bonds which are rated Aa are judged to be of high quality by all standards.
Together with the Aaa group they comprise what are generally known as high grade
bonds. They are rated lower than the best bonds because margins of protection
may not be as large as in Aaa securities or fluctuation of protective elements
may be of greater amplitude or there may be other elements present which make
the long term risks appear somewhat larger than in Aaa securities.
 
A. Bonds which are rated A possess many favorable investment attributes and are
to be considered as upper medium grade obligations. Factors giving security to
principal and interest are considered adequate but elements may be present which
suggest a susceptibility to impairment sometime in the future.
 
BAA. Bonds which are rated Baa are considered as medium grade obligations, i.e.,
they are neither highly protected nor poorly secured. Interest payments and
principal security appear adequate for the present but certain protective
elements may be lacking or may be characteristically unreliable over any great
length of time. Such bonds lack outstanding investment characteristics and in
fact have speculative characteristics as well.
 
BA. Bonds which are rated Ba are judged to have speculative elements; their
future cannot be considered as well assured. Often the protection of interest
and principal payments may be very moderate and thereby not well safeguarded
during both good and bad times over the future. Uncertainty of position
characterizes bonds in this class.
 
B. Bonds which are rated B generally lack characteristics of the desirable
investment. Assurance of interest and principal payments or of maintenance of
other terms of the contract over any long period of time may be small.
 
CAA. Bonds which are rated Caa are of poor standing. Such issues may be in
default or there may be present elements of danger with respect to principal or
interest.
 
CA. Bonds which are rated Ca represent obligations which are speculative in a
high degree. Such issues are often in default or have other marked shortcomings.
 
C. Bonds which are rated C are the lowest rated class of bonds and issues so
rated can be regarded as having extremely poor prospects of ever attaining any
real investment standing.
 
                                      B-24
<PAGE>   74
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
DECEMBER 31, 1995
(IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                                       SMALL
                                        MONEY       TOTAL       HIGH                  GOVERNMENT                   CAPITALIZATION
                                       MARKET      RETURN       YIELD      EQUITY     SECURITIES   INTERNATIONAL       EQUITY
                                      PORTFOLIO   PORTFOLIO   PORTFOLIO   PORTFOLIO   PORTFOLIO      PORTFOLIO       PORTFOLIO
                                      ---------   ---------   ---------   ---------   ----------   -------------   --------------
<S>                                   <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>          <C>             <C>
ASSETS
  Investments, at value (Cost:
    $61,803, $566,602, $255,498,
    $372,099, $91,855, $118,260 and
    $30,571, respectively):.........   $61,803     653,496     255,219     434,535       96,521       134,008          35,234
  Repurchase agreements, at value
    (Cost: $10,485).................        --          --          --          --       10,485            --              --
  Cash..............................        --         843         516         689            1           441           1,153
  Receivable for:
    Investments sold................        --       3,020         511       1,036        3,090            59              39
    Portfolio shares sold...........       127         403         302         270           37           126              66
    Interest and dividends..........       313       4,985       5,006         355          880           185               5
                                       -------     -------     -------     -------      -------       -------          ------
        Total assets................    62,243     662,747     261,554     436,885      111,014       134,819          36,497
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
  Cash overdraft....................       523          --          --          --           --            --              --
  Payable for:
    Investments purchased...........        --       1,379       3,417      21,364       15,661            --           1,038
    Portfolio shares redeemed.......       435       1,126         602         753           91           231              53
    Dividends.......................       159          --          --          --           --            --              --
    Management fee..................        29         302         128         201           43            83              18
    Custodian and transfer agent
      fees and related expenses.....         3          29          11          14           14             4               6
    Other...........................        16          17          19          20           20            20               9
                                       -------     -------     -------     -------      -------       -------          ------
        Total liabilities...........     1,165       2,853       4,177      22,352       15,829           338           1,124
                                       -------     -------     -------     -------      -------       -------          ------
  Net assets........................   $61,078     659,894     257,377     414,533       95,185       134,481          35,373
                                       =======     =======     =======     =======      =======       =======          ======
ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS
  Paid-in capital...................   $61,928     530,034     258,624     287,880       78,510       115,194          29,437
  Undistributed net realized gain
    (loss) on investments and
    foreign currency transactions...        --      19,445     (22,162)     58,026       (4,477)          887           1,049
  Net unrealized appreciation
    (depreciation) on investments
    and assets and liabilities in
    foreign currencies..............      (850)     86,894        (279)     62,436        4,666        15,808           4,663
  Undistributed net investment
    income..........................        --      23,521      21,194       6,191       16,486         2,592             224
                                       -------     -------     -------     -------      -------       -------          ------
  Net assets applicable to shares
    outstanding.....................   $61,078     659,894     257,377     414,533       95,185       134,481          35,373
                                       =======     =======     =======     =======      =======       =======          ======
THE PRICING OF SHARES
  Shares outstanding, no par
    value...........................    61,078     255,878     204,457     127,086       74,992        98,119          26,283
                                       =======     =======     =======     =======      =======       =======          ======
  Net asset value and redemption
    price per share (Net
    assets / shares outstanding)....   $  1.00       2.579       1.259       3.262        1.269         1.371           1.346
                                       =======     =======     =======     =======      =======       =======          ======
</TABLE>
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       22

<PAGE>   75
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995
(IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                                       SMALL
                                        MONEY       TOTAL       HIGH                  GOVERNMENT                   CAPITALIZATION
                                       MARKET      RETURN       YIELD      EQUITY     SECURITIES   INTERNATIONAL       EQUITY
                                      PORTFOLIO   PORTFOLIO   PORTFOLIO   PORTFOLIO   PORTFOLIO      PORTFOLIO       PORTFOLIO
                                      ---------   ---------   ---------   ---------   ----------   -------------   --------------
<S>                                   <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>          <C>             <C>
Investment income:
  Interest..........................   $ 4,532      19,994      26,569       2,255       7,565            708             249
  Dividends.........................        --       5,918          57       4,109          --          2,435              50
                                        ------     -------      ------      ------      ------         ------           -----
                                         4,532      25,912      26,626       6,364       7,565          3,143             299
  Less foreign taxes withheld.......        --          --          --          --          --            227              --
                                        ------     -------      ------      ------      ------         ------           -----
    Total investment income.........     4,532      25,912      26,626       6,364       7,565          2,916             299
Expenses:
  Management fee....................       373       3,461       1,463       2,132         538            946             151
  Custodian and transfer agent fees
    and related expenses............        17         140          47          45          58            157              28
  Professional fees.................         8          53          21          28           8             10               8
  Trustees' fees and other..........        11         130          58          72          38             45              15
                                        ------     -------      ------      ------      ------         ------           -----
    Total expenses..................       409       3,784       1,589       2,277         642          1,158             202
                                        ------     -------      ------      ------      ------         ------           -----
Net investment income...............     4,123      22,128      25,037       4,087       6,923          1,758              97
Net realized and unrealized gain
  (loss) on investments:
  Net realized gain (loss) on sales
    of investments and foreign
    currency transactions...........        --      47,119      (2,027)     58,852       2,730          1,344           1,186
  Net realized gain from futures
    transactions....................        --          --          --          --         178             --              --
                                        ------     -------      ------      ------      ------         ------           -----
    Net realized gain (loss)........        --      47,119      (2,027)     58,852       2,908          1,344           1,186
  Change in net unrealized
    appreciation (depreciation) on
    investments and assets and
    liabilities in foreign
    currencies......................      (355)     74,735      15,859      36,452       7,318         12,368           4,361
                                        ------     -------      ------      ------      ------         ------           -----
Net gain (loss) on investments......      (355)    121,854      13,832      95,304      10,226         13,712           5,547
                                        ------     -------      ------      ------      ------         ------           -----
Net increase in net assets resulting
  from operations...................   $ 3,768     143,982      38,869      99,391      17,149         15,470           5,644
                                        ======     =======      ======      ======      ======         ======           =====
</TABLE>
 
                                       23

<PAGE>   76
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995 AND 1994
(IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                              MONEY MARKET                TOTAL RETURN
                                                                                PORTFOLIO                   PORTFOLIO
                                                                          ---------------------       ---------------------
                                                                            1995          1994         1995          1994
                                                                          --------       ------       -------       -------
<S>                                                                       <C>            <C>          <C>           <C>
Operations:
  Net investment income................................................   $  4,123        4,049        22,128        19,352
  Net realized gain (loss).............................................         --           --        47,119       (26,384)
  Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation).....................       (355)        (495)       74,735       (55,621)
  Capital contribution from investment manager.........................        355          495            --            --
                                                                          --------       ------       -------       -------
    Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations....      4,123        4,049       143,982       (62,653)
Equalization credits (charges).........................................         --           --        (1,827)          721
Dividends to shareholders:
  Distribution from net investment income..............................     (4,123)      (4,049)      (18,740)      (15,302)
  Distribution from net realized gain on investments...................         --           --            --       (43,357)
                                                                          --------       ------       -------       -------
Total dividends to shareholders........................................     (4,123)      (4,049)      (18,740)      (58,659)
Net increase (decrease) from capital share transactions................    (22,743)      15,644       (50,115)       63,355
                                                                          --------       ------       -------       -------
Total increase (decrease) in net assets................................    (22,743)      15,644        73,300       (57,236)
Net assets:
  Beginning of year....................................................     83,821       68,177       586,594       643,830
                                                                          --------       ------       -------       -------
  End of year..........................................................   $ 61,078       83,821       659,894       586,594
                                                                          ========       ======       =======       =======
Undistributed net investment income at end of year.....................   $     --           --        23,521        21,265
                                                                          ========       ======       =======       =======
</TABLE>
 
(a) For the period from May 2, 1994 (commencement of operations) to December 31,
1994.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       24

<PAGE>   77
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                    GOVERNMENT                                       SMALL
    HIGH YIELD                EQUITY                SECURITIES            INTERNATIONAL          CAPITALIZATION
     PORTFOLIO               PORTFOLIO              PORTFOLIO               PORTFOLIO           EQUITY PORTFOLIO
- -------------------     -------------------     ------------------     -------------------     ------------------
 1995        1994        1995        1994        1995       1994        1995        1994        1995      1994(A)
- -------     -------     -------     -------     ------     -------     -------     -------     ------     -------
<S>         <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>        <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>        <C>
 25,037      21,022       4,087       2,041      6,923       6,026       1,758         828         97         37
 (2,027)     (6,998)     58,852      23,805      2,908      (6,812)      1,344       1,853      1,186       (128)
 15,859     (19,015)     36,452     (37,642)     7,318      (2,415)     12,368      (7,631)     4,361        302
     --          --          --          --         --          --          --          --         --         --
- -------     -------     -------     -------     ------     -------     -------     -------     ------     ------
 38,869      (4,991)     99,391     (11,796)    17,149      (3,201)     15,470      (4,950)     5,644        211
     36      (1,390)        249         432     (2,310)     (2,672)        (37)        422         97         60
(22,165)    (19,251)     (1,120)         --     (6,202)     (5,312)       (970)         --        (76)        --
     --          --     (24,649)    (14,929)        --      (2,656)     (1,941)     (1,170)        --         --
- -------     -------     -------     -------     ------     -------     -------     -------     ------     ------
(22,165)    (19,251)    (25,769)    (14,929)    (6,202)     (7,968)     (2,911)     (1,170)       (76)        --
 21,222      11,083      18,954      63,540     (9,234)    (12,289)       (751)     39,528     16,799     12,538
- -------     -------     -------     -------     ------     -------     -------     -------     ------     ------
 37,962     (14,549)     92,825      37,247       (597)    (26,130)     11,771      33,830     22,464     12,809
219,415     233,964     321,708     284,461     95,782     121,912     122,710      88,880     12,909        100
- -------     -------     -------     -------     ------     -------     -------     -------     ------     ------
257,377     219,415     414,533     321,708     95,185      95,782     134,481     122,710     35,373     12,909
=======     =======     =======     =======     ======     =======     =======     =======     ======     ======
 21,194      18,280       6,191       3,001     16,486      18,069       2,592       1,716        224         97
=======     =======     =======     =======     ======     =======     =======     =======     ======     ======
</TABLE>
 
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<PAGE>   78
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(1) DESCRIPTION OF THE FUND
 
Kemper Investors Fund (the "Fund") is an open-end, diversified management
investment company organized as a business trust under the laws of
Massachusetts. The Fund offers multiple Portfolios, currently consisting of the
Money Market, Total Return, High Yield, Equity, Government Securities,
International and Small Capitalization Equity Portfolios. The Fund has an
unlimited number of authorized shares.
 
(2) SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
 
INVESTMENT VALUATION.
 
Investments are stated at value.
 
The securities of the Total Return, High Yield, Equity, Government Securities,
International and Small Capitalization Equity Portfolios that are traded on a
domestic securities exchange or securities listed on the NASDAQ National Market
are valued at the last sale price on the exchange or market where primarily
traded or listed or, if there is no recent sale, at the last current bid
quotation. Portfolio securities that are primarily traded on foreign securities
exchanges are generally valued at the preceding closing values of such
securities on their respective exchanges where primarily traded. A security that
is listed or traded on more than one exchange is valued at the quotation on the
exchange determined to be the primary market for that security by the Board of
Trustees or its delegates. Securities not so traded or listed are valued at the
last current bid quotation if market quotations are available. Fixed income
securities are valued by using market quotations, or independent pricing
services that use prices provided by market makers or estimates of market values
obtained from yield data relating to instruments or securities with similar
characteristics. Equity options are valued at the last sale price unless the bid
price is higher or the asked price is lower, in which event such bid or asked
price is used. Exchange traded fixed income options are valued at the last sale
price unless there is no sale price, in which event prices provided by market
makers are used. Over-the-counter traded fixed income options are valued based
upon prices provided by market makers. Financial futures and options thereon are
valued at the settlement price established each day by the board of trade or
exchange on which they are traded. Forward foreign currency contracts and
foreign currencies are valued at the forward and current exchange rates,
respectively, prevailing on the day of valuation. Other securities and assets
are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees.
 
The securities of the Money Market Portfolio are stated at amortized cost, which
approximates market value. In the event that a deviation of 1/2 of 1% or more
exists between the Portfolio's $1.00 per share net asset value, calculated at
amortized cost, and the net asset value calculated by reference to market
quotations, or if there is any other deviation that the Board of Trustees
believes would result in a material dilution to shareholders or purchasers, the
Board of Trustees will promptly consider what action, if any, should be
initiated.
 
CURRENCY TRANSLATION.
 
The books and records of the Fund are maintained in U.S. Dollars. All assets and
liabilities initially expressed in foreign currency values are converted into
U.S. Dollars at the mean between the bid and offered quotations of such
currencies against the U.S. Dollar as last quoted by a recognized dealer. If
such quotations are not readily available, the rate of exchange is determined in
good faith by the Board of Trustees. Income and expenses and purchases and sales
of investments are translated into U.S. Dollars at the rate of exchange
prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. The Portfolios include
that portion of the results of operations resulting
 
                                      26

<PAGE>   79
 
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
 
from changes in foreign exchange rates with the net realized and unrealized gain
(loss) on investments, as appropriate.
 
INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS AND INVESTMENT INCOME.
 
Investment transactions are accounted for on the trade date (date the order to
buy or sell is executed). Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date,
except that certain dividends from foreign securities are recorded as soon as
the information is available to the Fund. Interest income is recorded on the
accrual basis and includes premium and discount amortization on money market
instruments and mortgage-backed securities; it also includes original issue and
market discount amortization on long-term fixed income securities. Realized
gains and losses from investment transactions are reported on an identified cost
basis.
 
Several of the Portfolios may purchase securities with delivery or payment to
occur at a later date. At the time a Portfolio enters into a commitment to
purchase a security, the transaction is recorded and the value of the security
is reflected in the net asset value. The value of the security may vary with
market fluctuations. No interest accrues to the Portfolio until payment takes
place. At the time the Portfolio enters into this type of transaction it is
required to segregate cash or other liquid assets equal to the value of the
securities purchased. At December 31, 1995, the Government Securities Portfolio
had $15,661,000 of purchase commitments outstanding (16% of net assets) with a
corresponding amount of assets segregated.
 
EXPENSES.
 
Expenses arising in connection with a Portfolio are allocated to that Portfolio.
Other Fund expenses are allocated among the Portfolios in proportion to their
relative net assets.
 
FUND SHARE VALUATION.
 
Shares of each Portfolio of the Fund are offered on a continuous basis to the
separate accounts of participating insurance companies where permitted by law.
On each day the New York Stock Exchange is open for trading, each Portfolio
determines its net asset value per share (NAV) by dividing the total value of
the Portfolio's investments and other assets, less liabilities, by the number of
Portfolio shares outstanding. The NAV is determined as of the earlier of 3:00
p.m. Chicago time or the close of the Exchange for the Total Return, High Yield,
Equity, Government Securities, International and Small Capitalization Equity
Portfolios and at 11:00 a.m. and as of the earlier of 3:00 p.m. Chicago time or
the close of the Exchange for the Money Market Portfolio. Because of the need to
obtain prices as of the close of trading on various exchanges throughout the
world, the calculation of net asset value for the International Portfolio does
not take place contemporaneously with the determination of prices of the Fund's
foreign securities.
 
FEDERAL INCOME TAXES.
 
Each Portfolio has complied with the special provisions of the Internal Revenue
Code available to investment companies and therefore no federal income tax
provision is required. The accumulated net realized loss on sales of investments
for federal income tax purposes at December 31, 1995 amounted to approximately
$22,141,000 in the High Yield Portfolio and $3,904,000 in the Government
Securities Portfolio. These losses are available to offset future taxable gains
in the respective Portfolios and, if not applied, expire during the period 1998
through 2003.
 
                                       27

<PAGE>   80
 
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
 
DIVIDENDS TO SHAREHOLDERS.
 
Dividends payable to shareholders are recorded by all Portfolios except the
Money Market Portfolio on the ex-dividend date. Net realized capital gains, if
any, reduced by capital loss carryovers, will be distributed at least annually.
The Money Market Portfolio declares a daily dividend equal to its net investment
income for that day, payable monthly.
 
Shareholders will receive dividends in additional shares.
 
Distributions to shareholders are determined in accordance with income tax
principles which may treat certain transactions differently from generally
accepted accounting principles. These differences are primarily due to differing
treatments for certain transactions such as foreign currency transactions, if
applicable.
 
EQUALIZATION ACCOUNTING.
 
A portion of proceeds from sales and cost of redemptions of Fund shares in all
Portfolios except the Money Market Portfolio is credited or charged to
undistributed net investment income so that income per share available for
distribution is not affected by sales or redemptions of shares.
 
(3) TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES
 
The Fund has a management agreement with Kemper Financial Services, Inc. (KFS),
the Fund's investment manager. For management services and facilities furnished,
the Fund pays a fee, based on average daily net assets, at an annual rate of
 .50% for the Money Market Portfolio, .55% for the Total Return and Government
Securities Portfolios, .60% for the High Yield and Equity Portfolios, .65% for
the Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio and .75% for the International
Portfolio. For the year ended December 31, 1995, the Fund incurred management
fees of $9,064,000. Kemper Distributors, Inc., an affiliate of KFS, is the
distributor and principal underwriter for shares of the Fund.
 
Kemper Asset Holdings, Inc. (KAHI), a subsidiary of Kemper Corporation, the
parent company of KFS, arranged for the issuance of a $3,201,000 irrevocable
letter of credit from The Bank of New York for the benefit of the Fund. The
letter of credit supports the payment of principal and interest on the Orange
County, California obligation held in the Money Market Portfolio. The Fund and
KAHI are parties to an agreement related to the letter of credit which provides,
among other things, that, in connection with a payment of principal or interest
under the letter of credit, the Fund will transfer to KAHI any proceeds received
under the Orange County obligation.
 
Certain officers or trustees of the Fund are also officers or directors of KFS.
During the year ended December 31, 1995, the Fund made no direct payments to its
officers and incurred trustees' fees of $124,000 to independent trustees.
 
(4) INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS
 
For the year ended December 31, 1995, investment transactions (excluding
temporary short-term investments) are as follows (in thousands):
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                                       SMALL
                                          TOTAL         HIGH                      GOVERNMENT                       CAPITALIZATION
                                         RETURN         YIELD        EQUITY       SECURITIES     INTERNATIONAL         EQUITY
                                        PORTFOLIO     PORTFOLIO     PORTFOLIO     PORTFOLIO        PORTFOLIO         PORTFOLIO
                                        ---------     ---------     ---------     ----------     -------------     --------------
<S>                                     <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>            <C>               <C>
Purchases.............................  $ 724,808      265,763       292,542        286,819         145,372            32,114
                                         --------      -------       -------        -------         -------            ------
Proceeds from sales...................    746,193      252,152       342,982        287,532         142,314            16,272
                                         --------      -------       -------        -------         -------            ------
</TABLE>
 
                                      28

<PAGE>   81
 
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
 
(5) CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS
 
The following table summarizes the activity in capital shares of the Fund (in
thousands):
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                   YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995
                  -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                       MONEY                                                                 GOVERNMENT                        
                       MARKET      TOTAL RETURN        HIGH YIELD            EQUITY           SECURITIES        INTERNATIONAL  
                     PORTFOLIO      PORTFOLIO          PORTFOLIO          PORTFOLIO           PORTFOLIO          PORTFOLIO     
                     ---------  -----------------  -----------------  ------------------  -----------------  ----------------- 
                         (a)     SHARES    AMOUNT   SHARES    AMOUNT   SHARES    AMOUNT    SHARES    AMOUNT   SHARES    AMOUNT  
                     ---------  -------  --------  -------  --------  -------  ---------  -------  --------  -------  --------  
<S>                 <C>          <C>     <C>       <C>      <C>       <C>      <C>        <C>      <C>       <C>      <C>       
Shares sold........  $ 122,960   35,774  $ 81,265  74,793   $ 84,004   40,308   $117,495   38,793   $36,895   29,450   $37,549   
                     ---------   ------  --------  ------   --------   ------   --------   ------   -------   ------   -------
Shares issued in
  reinvestment of
  dividends........      4,191    8,512    18,740  19,366     22,165    9,679     25,769    5,447     6,202    2,361     2,911     
                     ---------   ------  --------  ------   --------   ------   --------   ------   -------   ------   -------
                       127,151   44,286   100,005  94,159    106,169   49,987    143,264   44,240    43,097   31,811    40,460 
Less shares
  redeemed.........    149,894   66,098   150,120  74,907     84,947   43,622    124,310   53,140    52,331   32,312    41,211   
                     ---------   ------  --------  ------   --------   ------   --------   ------   -------   ------   -------
Net increase
  (decrease) from
  capital share
  transactions.....  $ (22,743) (21,812) $(50,115) 19,252   $ 21,222    6,365   $ 18,954   (8,900)  $(9,234)    (501)  $  (751) 
                     =========   ======  ========  ======   ========   ======   ========   ======   =======   ======   =======  
</TABLE>
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                  YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995
                  ---------------------------- 

                            SMALL
                        CAPITALIZATION
                       EQUITY PORTFOLIO
                       ----------------
                      SHARES        AMOUNT
                      -------     --------
<S>                   <C>         <C>
Shares sold........   22,379      $26,856
                      ------      -------
Shares issued in
  reinvestment of
  dividends........       71           76
                      ------      -------
                      22,450       26,932
Less shares
  redeemed.........    8,586       10,133
                      ------      -------
Net increase
  (decrease) from
  capital share
  transacions......   13,364      $16,799
                      ======      =======
</TABLE>

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                           YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1994
                  -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                     MONEY                                                                   GOVERNMENT                        
                    MARKET      TOTAL RETURN         HIGH YIELD            EQUITY            SECURITIES         INTERNATIONAL  
                  PORTFOLIO      PORTFOLIO           PORTFOLIO           PORTFOLIO            PORTFOLIO           PORTFOLIO     
                  ---------  -----------------   -----------------   ------------------   -----------------   ----------------- 
                      (a)     SHARES    AMOUNT    SHARES    AMOUNT    SHARES    AMOUNT     SHARES    AMOUNT    SHARES    AMOUNT  
                  ---------  -------  --------   -------   --------  -------  ---------   -------  --------   -------  --------  
<S>              <C>        <C>      <C>        <C>       <C>        <C>      <C>        <C>       <C>        <C>      <C>
Shares sold..... $ 218,865   55,759  $ 127,333   105,586  $ 122,106   63,325  $ 173,691   18,859   $ 17,396    78,847  $ 99,933
                 ---------   ------  ---------   -------  ---------   ------  ---------  -------   --------    ------  --------
Shares issued in
  reinvestment
  of dividends..     3,923   27,538     58,659    16,697     19,251    5,689     14,929    7,004      7,968       952     1,170
                 ---------   ------  ---------   -------  ---------   ------  ---------  -------   --------    ------   -------
                   222,788   83,297    185,992   122,283    141,357   69,014    188,620   25,863     25,364    79,799   101,103
Less shares
  redeemed......   207,144   54,564    122,637   111,925    130,274   45,216    125,080   38,208     37,653    49,218    61,575
                 ---------   ------  ---------   -------  ---------   ------  ---------  -------   --------    ------  --------
Net increase
  (decrease)
  from capital
  share
  transactions.. $  15,644   28,733  $  63,355    10,358  $  11,083   23,798  $  63,540  (12,345)  $(12,289)   30,581  $ 39,528
                 =========   ======  =========   =======  =========   ======  =========  =======   ========    ======  ========
</TABLE>

<TABLE> 
<CAPTION>
                  YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1994
                  ---------------------------- 

                            SMALL
                        CAPITALIZATION
                       EQUITY PORTFOLIO(b)
                      --------------------
                      SHARES        AMOUNT
                      -------     --------
<S>                  <C>          <C>
Shares sold......     16,090      $ 16,218
Shares issued in
  reinvestment of
  dividends......         --            --
                      ------      --------
                      16,090        16,218
Less shares
  redeemed.......      3,671         3,680
                      ------      --------
Net increase
  (decrease) from 
  capital share
  transactions...     12,419      $ 12,538
                      ======      ========
</TABLE>
 
(a) For the Money Market Portfolio, dollar amounts and number of shares are the
same.
 
(b) For the period from May 2, 1994 (commencement of operations) to December 31,
1994.
 
                                       29

<PAGE>   82
 
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
 
(6) FORWARD FOREIGN CURRENCY CONTRACTS
 
In order to protect itself against a decline in the value of particular foreign
currencies against the U.S. Dollar, the International Portfolio has entered into
forward contracts to deliver foreign currency in exchange for U.S. Dollars as
described below. The Portfolio bears the market risk that arises from changes in
foreign exchange rates, and accordingly, the net unrealized gain on these
contracts is reflected in the accompanying financial statements. The Portfolio
also bears the credit risk if the counterparty fails to perform under the
contract. At December 31, 1995, the Portfolio had the following forward foreign
currency contracts outstanding with settlement dates in March, 1996.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                      UNREALIZED
      FOREIGN CURRENCY              CONTRACT         GAIN (LOSS)
       TO BE DELIVERED               AMOUNT          AT 12/31/95
       (IN THOUSANDS)            (IN THOUSANDS)     (IN THOUSANDS)
<S>                              <C>                <C>
- ------------------------------------------------------------------
    3,868 British Pounds            $  5,900             $(96)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------
   22,898 French Francs                4,595              (92)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------
    2,628 German Marks                 1,820              (22)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------
1,554,990 Japanese Yen                15,529              325
- ------------------------------------------------------------------
    2,854 Swiss Francs                 2,440              (56)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------
           Net unrealized
             gain                                        $ 59
- ------------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
                                      30

<PAGE>   83
 
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
 
MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                   YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
                                                                   --------------------------------------------------------
                                                                     1995        1994        1993        1992        1991
                                                                   --------     -------     -------     -------     -------
<S>                                                                <C>          <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year...............................  $   1.00        1.00        1.00        1.00        1.00
Net investment income and dividends declared.....................       .06         .04         .03         .03         .06
                                                                   --------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Net asset value, end of year.....................................  $   1.00        1.00        1.00        1.00        1.00
                                                                   ========     =======     =======     =======     =======
TOTAL RETURN (%).................................................      5.66        3.96        2.83        3.43        5.89
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses.........................................................       .55         .53         .56         .57         .56
Net investment income............................................      5.52        3.95        2.79        3.38        5.80
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands).........................  $ 61,078      83,821      68,177      75,270      76,479
</TABLE>
 
NOTE TO MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO:
 
The total returns for 1995 and 1994 include the effect of a capital contribution
from the investment manager. Without the capital contribution, the total returns
would have been 5.11% and 3.47%, respectively.
 
TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                   YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
                                                                   --------------------------------------------------------
                                                                     1995        1994        1993        1992        1991
                                                                   --------     -------     -------     -------     -------
<S>                                                                <C>          <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year...............................  $  2.112       2.586       2.473       2.658       2.071
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income..........................................      .084        .069        .069        .061        .080
  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)........................      .453       (.313)       .214       (.026)       .677
                                                                   --------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Total from investment operations.................................      .537       (.244)       .283        .035        .757
Less dividends:
  Distribution from net investment income........................      .070        .060        .050        .080        .110
  Distribution from net realized gain............................        --        .170        .120        .140        .060
                                                                   --------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Total dividends..................................................      .070        .230        .170        .220        .170
                                                                   --------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Net asset value, end of year.....................................  $  2.579       2.112       2.586       2.473       2.658
                                                                   ========     =======     =======     =======     =======
TOTAL RETURN (%).................................................     25.97       (9.50)      12.13        1.69       37.90
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses.........................................................       .60         .61         .59         .60         .61
Net investment income............................................      3.52        3.13        3.19        3.41        3.46
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands).........................  $659,894     586,594     643,830     528,007     412,772
Portfolio turnover rate (%)......................................       118         128         191         160         187
</TABLE>
 
                                      31

<PAGE>   84
 
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS--(CONTINUED)
 
HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                     YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
                                                                       ----------------------------------------------------
                                                                         1995       1994       1993       1992       1991
                                                                       --------    -------    -------    -------    -------
<S>                                                                    <C>         <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year..................................   $  1.185      1.338      1.209      1.144       .914
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.............................................       .125       .116       .120       .125       .140
  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)...........................       .069      (.149)      .109       .070       .300
                                                                       --------    -------    -------    -------    -------
Total from investment operations....................................       .194      (.033)      .229       .195       .440
Less distribution from net investment income........................       .120       .120       .100       .130       .210
                                                                       --------    -------    -------    -------    -------
Net asset value, end of year........................................   $  1.259      1.185      1.338      1.209      1.144
                                                                       ========    =======    =======    =======    =======
TOTAL RETURN (%)....................................................      17.40      (2.25)     20.00      17.76      51.83
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses............................................................        .65        .65        .63        .64        .67
Net investment income...............................................      10.27       9.49       9.54      10.44      12.95
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands)............................   $257,377    219,415    233,964    162,158    121,608
Portfolio turnover rate (%).........................................         90         98         84         57         31
</TABLE>
 
EQUITY PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                     YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
                                                                       ----------------------------------------------------
                                                                         1995       1994       1993       1992       1991
                                                                       --------    -------    -------    -------    -------
<S>                                                                    <C>         <C>        <C>        <C>        <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year..................................   $  2.665      2.935      2.631      2.642      1.681
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.............................................       .034       .018       .004       .007       .017
  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)...........................       .793      (.138)      .370       .082       .974
                                                                       --------    -------    -------    -------    -------
Total from investment operations....................................       .827      (.120)      .374       .089       .991
Less dividends:
  Distribution from net investment income...........................       .010         --       .010       .005       .030
  Distribution from net realized gain...............................       .220       .150       .060       .095         --
                                                                       --------    -------    -------    -------    -------
Total dividends.....................................................       .230       .150       .070       .100       .030
                                                                       --------    -------    -------    -------    -------
Net asset value, end of year........................................   $  3.262      2.665      2.935      2.631      2.642
                                                                       ========    =======    =======    =======    =======
TOTAL RETURN (%)....................................................      32.97      (4.02)     14.63       3.57      59.47
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses............................................................        .64        .66        .64        .64        .67
Net investment income...............................................       1.15        .69        .30        .65        .83
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands)............................   $414,533    321,708    284,461    203,624    118,983
Portfolio turnover rate (%).........................................         88        106         78         78        106
</TABLE>
 
                                      32

<PAGE>   85
 
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS--(CONTINUED)
 
GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                   YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
                                                                   --------------------------------------------------------
                                                                     1995        1994        1993         1992        1991
                                                                   --------     -------     -------   ------------   ------
<S>                                                                <C>          <C>         <C>       <C>            <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of year...............................  $  1.142       1.267       1.277       1.287       1.175
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income..........................................      .084        .067        .060        .064        .090
  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)........................      .123       (.102)       .020        .006        .082
                                                                   --------     -------     -------      ------      ------
Total from investment operations.................................      .207       (.035)       .080        .070        .172
Less dividends:
  Distribution from net investment income........................      .080        .060        .060        .050        .060
  Distribution from net realized gain............................        --        .030        .030        .030          --
                                                                   --------     -------     -------      ------      ------
Total dividends..................................................      .080        .090        .090        .080        .060
                                                                   --------     -------     -------      ------      ------
Net asset value, end of year.....................................  $  1.269       1.142       1.267       1.277       1.287
                                                                   ========     =======     =======      ======      ======
TOTAL RETURN (%).................................................     18.98       (2.74)       6.48        5.90       15.22
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (%):
Expenses.........................................................       .65         .63         .60         .61         .63
Net investment income............................................      7.08        5.69        5.05        6.08        7.42
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of year (in thousands).........................  $ 95,185      95,782     121,912      98,814      59,064
Portfolio turnover rate (%)......................................       275         606         534         492         141
</TABLE>
 
INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                       JANUARY 6,
                                                                       YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,          1992 TO
                                                                   --------------------------------   DECEMBER 31,
                                                                     1995        1994        1993         1992
                                                                   --------     -------     -------   ------------
<S>                                                                <C>          <C>         <C>       <C>            
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period.............................  $  1.244       1.306        .993       1.000
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income..........................................      .018        .009        .010        .010
  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)........................      .139       (.056)       .313       (.017)
                                                                   --------     -------     -------      ------
Total from investment operations.................................      .157       (.047)       .323       (.007)
Less dividends:
  Distribution from net investment income........................      .010          --        .009          --
  Distribution from net realized gain............................      .020        .015        .001          --
                                                                   --------     -------     -------      ------
Total dividends..................................................      .030        .015        .010          --
                                                                   --------     -------     -------      ------
Net asset value, end of period...................................  $  1.371       1.244       1.306        .993
                                                                   ========     =======     =======      ======
TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED) (%)................................     12.83       (3.59)      32.83        (.72)
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED) (%):
Expenses.........................................................       .92         .93         .92        1.11
Net investment income............................................      1.39         .74         .86        1.01
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands).......................  $134,481     122,710      88,880      19,447
Portfolio turnover rate (annualized) (%).........................       126         107         116         129
</TABLE>
 
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS--(CONTINUED)
 
SMALL CAPITALIZATION EQUITY PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                    MAY 2, 1994
                                                              YEAR ENDED                TO
                                                           DECEMBER 31, 1995     DECEMBER 31, 1994
                                                           -----------------     -----------------
<S>                                                        <C>                   <C>                   
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period....................        $ 1.039                 1.000
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.................................           .005                  .008
  Net realized and unrealized gain......................           .307                  .031
                                                                -------                ------
Total from investment operations........................           .312                  .039
Less distribution from net investment income............           .005                    --
                                                                -------                ------
Net asset value, end of period..........................        $ 1.346                 1.039
                                                                =======                ======
TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED) (%).......................          30.07                  3.95
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED) (%):
Expenses................................................            .87                  1.25
Net investment income...................................            .42                   .91
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)..............        $35,373                12,909
Portfolio turnover rate (annualized) (%)................             81                    58
</TABLE>
 
NOTE FOR ALL PORTFOLIOS:
 
Financial Highlights reflect data at the Portfolio level and exclude contract
specific charges which would reduce Total Return.
 
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MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                   VALUE
                                                  -------
<S>                                               <C>
CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS
BANKING AND CONSUMER FINANCING--19.6%
  Associates Corporation of North America
    5.78%, 2/7/96...............................  $ 1,988
  Barton Capital Corporation
    5.83%, 1/24/96..............................    1,993
  Countrywide Funding Corporation
    5.51%, 7/31/96..............................    2,005
  Mitsubishi Motors Credit of America, Inc.
    6.01%, 1/19/96..............................    1,994
  Sierra Funding Corporation
    6.09%, 1/25/96..............................    1,992
  Svenska Handelsbanken, Inc.
    5.77%, 2/23/96..............................    1,983
                                                  -------
                                                   11,955
CAPTIVE BUSINESS FINANCE--19.6%
  (a)AT&T Capital Corporation
    5.78%, 1/29/96..............................    2,000
  Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation
    5.79%, 1/29/96..............................    1,991
  CSW Credit, Inc.
    5.76%, 2/6/96...............................    1,989
  (a)Finova Capital Corporation
    5.91%, 3/15/96..............................    2,000
  Hanson Finance (UK) PLC
    5.77%, 2/16/96..............................    1,985
  (a)USL Capital Corporation
    6.00%, 2/29/96..............................    2,002
                                                  -------
                                                   11,967
COMMUNICATIONS--3.3%
  NYNEX Corporation
    5.78%, 2/9/96...............................    1,988
CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND SERVICES--2.4%
  American Home Products Corporation
    5.78%, 2/12/96..............................    1,490
CORPORATE FINANCING--9.8%
  Astro Capital Corp.
    5.86%, 3/8/96...............................    1,979
  (a)Beta Finance Corporation
    5.25%, 1/3/96...............................    2,000
  Ranger Funding Corporation
    5.80%, 2/1/96...............................    1,990
                                                  -------
                                                    5,969
FINANCIAL SERVICES--13.1%
  (a)Bear Stearns Companies Inc.
    5.98%, 1/19/96..............................    2,000
  (a)CS First Boston, Inc.
    5.99%, 1/10/96..............................    2,000
  (a)Goldman, Sachs & Co.
    5.90%, 1/25/96..............................    2,000
  Nomura Holding America Inc.
    5.86%, 2/16/96..............................  $ 1,985
                                                  -------
                                                    7,985
MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS--6.5%
  Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc.
    6.20%, 1/22/96..............................    1,993
  Kobe Steel International (USA) Inc.
    6.01%, 1/22/96..............................    1,993
                                                  -------
                                                    3,986
MUNICIPAL OBLIGATIONS--8.2%
  (a)(b)Orange County, California
    6.78%, 6/30/96, $3,000,000 (cost and par)...    2,865
  (b)Letter of credit from The Bank of New
    York........................................      135
                                                  -------
                                                    3,000
  Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority
    5.78%, 2/21/96..............................    2,000
                                                  -------
                                                    5,000
RECEIVABLES FINANCING--3.2%
  Heller International Corporation
    6.12%, 3/4/96...............................    1,979
                                                  -------
TOTAL CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS--85.7%
(average maturity: 41 days).....................   52,319
BANK OBLIGATIONS
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT
  U.S. BANKS--5.7%
  MBNA America Bank N.A.
    5.90%, 2/5/96...............................    1,500
  Mellon Bank Corporation
    5.75%, 2/6/96...............................    2,000
                                                  -------
                                                    3,500
  FOREIGN BANKS--9.8%
  ABN AMRO Bank Canada
    5.75%, 2/20/96..............................    1,984
  Banque Nationale De Paris
    5.76%, 1/31/96..............................    2,000
  National Westminster Bank, PLC
    5.75%, 1/31/96..............................    2,000
                                                  -------
                                                    5,984
                                                  -------
TOTAL BANK OBLIGATIONS--15.5%
(average maturity: 36 days).....................    9,484
                                                  -------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--101.2%
(average maturity: 40 days).....................   61,803
LIABILITIES, LESS OTHER ASSETS--(1.2)%..........     (725)
                                                  -------
NET ASSETS--100%................................  $61,078
                                                  =======
</TABLE>
 
See accompanying notes to Money Market Portfolio of Investments.
 
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<PAGE>   88
 
NOTES TO MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
Interest rates represent annualized yield to date of maturity, except for
variable rate securities described in Note (a). For each security, except as
described in Note (b), cost (for financial reporting and federal income tax
purposes) and carrying value are the same. Likewise, carrying value approximates
principal amount.
 
(a) Variable rate securities. The rates shown are the current rates at December
    31, 1995. The dates shown represent the demand date or next interest rate
    change date.
 
(b) Illiquid securities. At December 31, 1995 the value of the Portfolio's
    illiquid securities was $3,000,000, which represented 4.9% of net assets.
    See Note (3) of the Notes to Financial Statements.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                       PRINCIPAL
                                         AMOUNT
                                       OR NUMBER
                                       OF SHARES      VALUE
                                       ----------   --------
<S>                                    <C>         <C>
GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS
  U.S. Treasury Notes
    7.75%, 2000....................... $   10,000  $  10,863
    7.875%, 2001......................      7,000      7,818
    7.75%, 2001.......................      9,000      9,951
    6.25%, 2003.......................      8,500      8,868
    7.25%, 2004.......................     33,000     36,704
    6.50%, 2005.......................      4,200      4,468
  U.S. Treasury Bonds
    7.25%, 2016.......................     19,000     21,722
    8.75%, 2017.......................     32,000     42,355
  Republic of Italy,
    6.875%, 2023......................      2,000      1,951
                                                    --------
TOTAL GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS--21.9%
   (Cost: $133,149)....................              144,700
COMMON STOCKS
BASIC INDUSTRY--3.5%
   Air Products & Chemicals............    92,500 shs. 4,879
(b)FMC Corp. .......................       51,300      3,469
   Georgia-Pacific Corp. ..............    40,000      2,745
   Monsanto Co. .......................    76,500      9,371
   Nucor Corp. ........................    50,000      2,856
                                                    --------
                                                      23,320
COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA--3.0%
(b)AirTouch Communications..........      130,000      3,672
   Gillett Holdings, Inc. .............    33,652        698
(b)Liberty Media Group, "A".........       70,000      1,881
   Tele-Communications, Inc. ..........   210,000      4,174
(b)Viacom International
    "A" Shares........................     57,456      2,636
    "B" Shares........................     50,377      2,387
(b)WorldCom, Inc. ..................      129,100      4,551
                                                    --------
                                                      19,999
COMPUTER HARDWARE, COMPONENTS AND
SEMICONDUCTORS--8.7%
(b)Applied Materials, Inc. .........       96,300      3,792
(b)Atmel Corporation................      142,800      3,195
(b)Bay Networks.....................       60,750      2,498
(b)Cisco Systems....................       65,000      4,851
(b)Compaq Computer Corp. ...........      138,300      6,638
   Hewlett-Packard, Co. ...............    90,000      7,538
   Intel Corp. ........................   125,600      7,128
   International Business Machines
     Corp. ............................    50,000      4,588
(b)LSI Logic Corp. .................      120,000  $   3,930
(b)Silicon Graphics, Inc. ..........      100,300      2,758
(b)Sun Microsystems.................      100,000      4,563
   Texas Instruments...................    45,000      2,329
(b)3Com Corporation.................       80,000      3,730
                                                    --------
                                                      57,538
COMPUTER SOFTWARE AND
ELECTRONICS--4.3%
(b)BMC Software.....................       75,000      3,206
   Computer Associates International...    75,000      4,266
   First Data Corporation..............    49,174      3,289
   General Motors-Electronic Data
     Systems...........................    95,100      4,945
(b)Microsoft Corp. .................      105,000      9,214
(b)Parametric Technology Corp. .....       50,000      3,325
                                                    --------
                                                      28,245
CONSUMER DURABLES--1.4%
   Armstrong World Industries..........   100,000      6,200
   Magna International, "A"............    75,000      3,244
                                                    --------
                                                       9,444
CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND SERVICES--8.3%
   Alco Standard Corporation...........     60,000     2,737
   CPC International...................     60,000     4,117
   Coca-Cola Co. ......................     50,000     3,712
(b)CUC International                        70,450     2,404
   Gillette Co. .......................     75,000     3,909
   PepsiCo.............................    149,200     8,337
   Philip Morris Companies.............    140,800    12,742
   Procter & Gamble Co. ...............    109,200     9,064
   Sara Lee Corp. .....................    130,000     4,144
   Warnaco Group.......................    150,000     3,750
                                                    --------
                                                      54,916
DRUGS AND HEALTHCARE--7.4%
   Abbott Laboratories.................     86,600     3,616
   Baxter International................    100,000     4,187
   Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corp. ......    100,400     5,095
   Johnson & Johnson...................    100,000     8,563
   Eli Lilly & Co. ....................     66,000     3,713
   Medtronic, Inc. ....................     70,000     3,911
   Merck & Co., Inc. ..................     96,200     6,325
   Pfizer Inc. ........................    105,000     6,615
   SmithKline Beecham PLC..............    110,000     6,105
   United Healthcare Corp. ............      5,000       328
                                                    --------
                                                      48,458
</TABLE>
 
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TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         NUMBER
                                       OF SHARES    VALUE
                                       ----------  --------
<S>                                    <C>         <C>
ENERGY AND RELATED SERVICES--1.6%
  Enron Corp. ........................    107,200  $  4,087
  Mobil Corp. ........................     45,000     5,040
  Schlumberger Ltd. ..................     20,000     1,385
                                                   --------
                                                     10,512
ENTERTAINMENT--2.3%
   Carnival Corp. .....................   182,800     4,456
(b)Circus Circus Enterprises........      172,000     4,794
   Walt Disney Company.................   100,000     5,900
                                                   --------
                                                     15,150
FINANCIAL SERVICES--5.1%
  American International Group,
    Inc. .............................     90,000     8,325
  Banc One Corporation................     90,000     3,397
  Dean Witter Discover................     70,000     3,290
  Federal National Mortgage
    Association.......................     48,000     5,958
  First USA...........................     45,100     2,001
  General Re Corp. ...................     30,000     4,650
  MGIC Investment Corp. ..............     52,000     2,821
  NationsBank.........................     50,000     3,481
                                                   --------
                                                     33,923
MANUFACTURING--9.1%
  Allied-Signal.......................    160,000     7,600
  B.F. Goodrich Co. ..................     55,000     3,747
  Boeing Co. .........................     90,000     7,054
  Emerson Electric Co. ...............     88,900     7,268
  Fluor Corp. ........................    120,000     7,920
  General Electric Co. ...............    178,600    12,859
  Xerox Corporation...................     55,000     7,535
  York International Corp. ...........    120,900     5,682
                                                   --------
                                                     59,665
RETAILING AND DISTRIBUTION--2.3%
(b)Federated Department Stores......    200,000     5,500
   May Department Stores Co. ..........     95,000     4,014
(b)OfficeMax........................    166,400     3,723
   Pep Boys-Manny Moe & Jack...........     59,200     1,517
   Thrifty Payless Holdings............     47,500       202
                                                   --------
                                                     14,956
TRANSPORTATION--.7%
   Union Pacific Corp. ................     60,000     3,960
(b)Wisconsin Central Transportation
    Corporation.......................     10,900       717
                                                   --------
                                                      4,677
                                                   --------
 
<CAPTION>
                                       NUMBER OF
                                       SHARES OR
                                       PRINCIPAL
                                         AMOUNT     VALUE
                                       ----------  --------
<S>                                    <C>         <C>
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--57.7%
   (Cost: $311,443)....................             $380,803
CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS
BROADCASTING, CABLESYSTEMS AND
   PUBLISHING--1.9%
   CF Cable TV Inc., 11.625%, 2005.....    $ 510         561
   Century Communications Corporation,
    9.50%, 2005.......................     1,500       1,549
   Comcast Corporation, 10.625%,
    2012..............................     1,500       1,680
   Continental Cablevision, Inc.,
    9.50%, 2013.......................     2,000       2,150
(a)Diamond Cable Communications PLC,
    11.75%, 2005......................       320         189
   Rogers Cablesystems Limited,
    10.00%, 2005......................     1,050       1,129
   Time Warner Entertainment Company,
    L.P., 8.375%, 2033................     2,000       2,134
   Univision TV, 11.75%, 2001..........    1,500       1,605
   Viacom International Inc.,
    8.00%, 2006.......................     1,500       1,545
                                                    --------
                                                      12,542
COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA--1.9%
   Cinemark USA, Inc., 12.00%, 2002....      570         621
   Cox Communications, 6.875%, 2005....    2,000       2,072
   GTE Corporation, Florida,
    6.25%, 2005.......................     1,000       1,014
   MCI Communications, 7.50%, 2004.....    1,000       1,086
   News American Holdings,
    9.25%, 2013.......................     2,000       2,357
   Rogers Cantel, 11.125%, 2002........    1,790       1,920
   TCI Communications, 8.65%, 2004.....    2,000       2,220
(a)Telewest Communications PLC,
    11.00%, 2007......................     1,900       1,140
                                                    --------
                                                      12,430
CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND SERVICES--1.0%
   Nabisco, 8.00%, 2000................    1,000       1,062
   P&C Food Markets, Inc.,
    11.50%, 2001......................       120         118
   Philip Morris Companies
    8.25%, 2003.......................     1,000       1,113
    7.25%, 2003.......................     1,000       1,052
   Philips Electronics N.V.,
    8.375%, 2006......................     1,000       1,155
   RJR Nabisco Inc., 8.75%, 2005.......    2,000       2,043
                                                    --------
                                                       6,543
</TABLE>

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TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                       PRINCIPAL
                                         AMOUNT     VALUE
                                       ----------  --------
<S>                                    <C>         <C>
DRUGS AND HEALTHCARE--.9%
  American Home Products,
    7.90%, 2005.......................   $  2,000  $  2,250
  Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corp.,
    6.91%, 2005.......................      2,000     2,081
  Tenet Healthcare
    9.625%, 2002......................        130       142
    10.125%, 2005.....................      1,370     1,516
                                                   --------
                                                      5,989
ENERGY AND RELATED SERVICES--1.5%
  Gulf Canada Resources Limited,
    9.25%, 2004.......................      1,500     1,537
  Parker & Parsley Petroleum,
    8.25%, 2007.......................      1,500     1,622
  Petronas, 7.125%, 2005..............      1,000     1,055
  Texas Utilities Company, 6.75%,
    2003..............................      2,000     2,060
  TransTexas Gas Corporation,
    11.50%, 2002......................      1,385     1,427
  USX Corporation, 9.375%, 2012.......      2,000     2,328
                                                   --------
                                                     10,029
FINANCIAL SERVICES--4.0%
  ABN AMRO Bank, 8.25%, 2009..........      2,000     2,237
  Abbey National First Capital,
    8.20%, 2004.......................      2,000     2,267
  Associates Corp, N.A., 8.25%,
    1999..............................      2,000     2,167
  Capital One Bank, 8.125%, 2000......      2,000     2,138
  Citicorp, 7.625%, 2005..............      1,000     1,095
  Commercial Credit, 7.375%, 2005.....      2,000     2,156
  Equitable Life, 6.95%, 2005.........      2,000     2,028
  First USA Bank, Medium Term Note,
    8.10%, 1997.......................      2,000     2,049
  GMAC, Medium Term Note,
    8.50%, 2000.......................      2,000     2,204
  Lehman Brothers Holdings,
    7.125%, 2003......................      2,000     2,061
  Malayan Banking Berhad,
    7.125%, 2005......................      1,000     1,049
  Repsol International Finance,
    7.00%, 2005.......................      1,000     1,059
  Sears Roebuck Acceptance Corp.,
    6.75%, 2005.......................      2,000     2,065
  Smurfit Capital Funding,
    6.75%, 2005.......................      2,000     2,049
                                                   --------
                                                     26,624
MANUFACTURING--2.3%
  Boise Cascade Corp.
    9.85%, 2002.......................      1,000     1,183
    9.45%, 2009.......................      1,000     1,238
 
<CAPTION>
                                       PRINCIPAL
                                         AMOUNT     VALUE
                                       ----------  --------
<S>                                    <C>         <C>
  CSR America, 6.875%, 2005...........   $  2,000  $  2,089
  Case Corp., 7.25%, 2005.............      1,000     1,059
  Crown Paper, 11.00%, 2005...........      1,000       875
  Lockheed Corp., 6.75%, 2003.........      2,000     2,079
  Magna International, 5.00%, 2002....        917       931
  Nortek, Inc., 9.875%, 2004..........         90        84
  Owens-Illinois, Inc., 11.00%,
    2003..............................      3,990     4,509
  Raytheon Co., 6.50%, 2005...........      1,000     1,031
                                                   --------
                                                     15,078
RETAILING AND DISTRIBUTION-- .9%
  Federated Department Stores, 10.00%,
    2001..............................      2,000     2,185
  May Department Stores Co.
    7.15%, 2004.......................        250       265
    7.50%, 2015.......................        750       802
  Pathmark Stores, Inc.,
    11.625%, 2002.....................      1,390     1,400
  Penn Traffic Company
    10.25%, 2002......................         30        29
    10.65%, 2004......................        400       386
    10.375%, 2004.....................        930       884
                                                   --------
                                                      5,951
TRANSPORTATION-- .8%
  Delta Airlines, 9.75%, 2021.........      3,000     3,688
  United Airlines, 9.56%, 2018........      1,000     1,160
                                                   --------
                                                      4,848
                                                   --------
TOTAL CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS--15.2%
  (Cost: $94,042).....................              100,034
MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--4.2%
Yield--5.82% to 6.20%
Due--January 1996
  (Cost: $27,968).....................     28,000    27,959
                                                   --------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--99.0%
  (Cost: $566,602)....................              653,496
CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS
LIABILITIES--1.0%.....................                6,398
                                                   --------
NET ASSETS--100%......................             $659,894
                                                   =========
</TABLE>
 
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NOTES TO TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Deferred interest obligation; currently zero coupon under the terms of the
initial offering.
 
(b) Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $566,602,000 for federal income tax purposes
at December 31, 1995, the aggregate gross unrealized appreciation was
$94,364,000, the aggregate gross unrealized depreciation was $7,470,000 and the
net unrealized appreciation on investments was $86,894,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         PRINCIPAL
                                          AMOUNT     VALUE
                                         ---------  --------
<S>                                      <C>        <C>
CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS
AEROSPACE--4.5%
  BE Aerospace, 9.75%, 2003.............  $   880   $    884
  Fairchild Corporation, 12.00%, 2001...    2,390      2,342
  Fairchild Industries, 12.25%, 1999....    1,490      1,588
  Howmet Inc., 10.00%, 2003.............      270        283
  K & F Industries, Inc.
    13.75%, 2001........................    4,226      4,395
    11.875%, 2003.......................      420        455
  RHI Holdings, 11.875%, 1999...........    1,070      1,059
  Sequa Corporation, 8.75%, 2001........      730        690
                                                    --------
                                                      11,696
BROADCASTING, CABLESYSTEMS AND
PUBLISHING--21.4%
(b)A3 Holdings, Unit, 13.25%, 2006....        810        830
   Act III Broadcasting, Inc.
    9.625%, 2003........................      330        343
    10.250%, 2005.......................      360        369
   Adelphia Communications Corporation,
    12.50%, 2002........................    1,940      1,901
   Affinity Group, Inc., 11.50%, 2003....   1,460      1,482
(b)Australis Media Corporation,
    14.00%, 2003........................    2,220      1,610
(b)Bell Cablemedia PLC
    11.95%, 2004........................    2,810      1,981
    11.875%, 2005.......................      340        213
   Big Flower Press, Inc., 10.75%,
    2003................................    1,267      1,362
   CAI Wireless Systems, 12.25%, 2002....   1,000      1,073
   CF Cable TV Inc., 11.625%, 2005.......   1,100      1,210
   Cablevision Systems Company
    9.250%, 2005........................      570        596
    9.875%, 2013........................      965      1,025
    9.875%, 2023........................      550        572
   Century Communications Corporation
    9.50%, 2000.........................      300        311
    11.875%, 2003.......................      960      1,034
    9.50%, 2005.........................    2,200      2,272
   Comcast Corporation
    9.125%, 2006........................    1,030      1,076
    9.50%, 2008.........................      690        731
    10.625%, 2012.......................    1,950      2,184
(b)Comcast UK Cable Partners Limited,
    11.20%, 2007........................    3,120      1,817
   Continental Cablevision, Inc.,
    9.50%, 2013.........................    4,270      4,590
(b)Diamond Cable Communications PLC,
    11.75%, 2005........................    2,560      1,510
 
<CAPTION>
                                         PRINCIPAL
                                          AMOUNT     VALUE
                                         ---------  --------
<S>                                      <C>        <C>
(b)Echostar Communications,
    12.875%, 2004.......................  $ 4,745   $  3,179
   EZ Communications, 9.75%, 2005.......      930        931
   Fundy Cable Limited., 11.00%, 2005...      320        335
   Granite Broadcasting Corp.,
    10.375%, 2005.......................    1,420      1,461
(b)International Cabletel
    Incorporated, 12.75%, 2005..........    3,960      2,534
   Katz Corporation, 12.75%, 2002.......      960      1,073
(b)Neodata Services, 12.00%, 2003.......    1,610      1,457
(b)People's Choice TV, Unit,
    13.125%, 2004.......................    1,550        903
   Rogers Cablesystems Limited
    9.625%, 2002........................      720        754
    10.00%, 2005........................      800        860
   Sinclair Broadcasting Group, Inc.,
    10.00%, 2003........................    1,620      1,660
(b)Telewest PLC, 11.00%, 2007...........    4,490      2,694
   Univision TV, 11.75%, 2001...........      370        396
   Viacom International Inc., 8.00%,
    2006................................    3,350      3,450
   Videotron Groupe, 10.625%, 2005......      500        536
(b)Videotron Holdings PLC
    11.125%, 2004.......................    1,500      1,046
    11.00%, 2005........................    1,090        676
   Webcraft Technologies, Inc.,
    9.375%, 2002........................      640        621
   Young Broadcasting Inc., 11.75%,
    2004................................      440        493
                                                    --------
                                                      55,151
BUSINESS SERVICES--1.7%
  Corporate Express Inc., 9.125%,
    2004................................    1,300      1,310
  Host Marriott Travel Plazas, Inc.,
    9.50%, 2005.........................      600        595
  Monarch Marking Systems,
    12.50%, 2003........................    1,270      1,340
  Outdoor Systems, 10.75%, 2003.........    1,250      1,206
                                                    --------
                                                       4,451
CHEMICALS--5.8%
  Agriculture, Mining and Chemicals,
    Inc., 10.75%, 2003..................      640        698
  Allied Waste Industries, 12.00%,
    2004................................      550        589
  Arcadian Partners, L.P., 10.75%,
    2005................................    1,370      1,517
  Atlantis Group, Inc., 11.00%, 2003....    1,135        985
  G-I Holdings Inc., zero coupon,
    1998................................    3,240      2,487
  Hines Horticulture, 11.75%, 2005......      350        366
  Huntsman Corporation, 10.625%, 2001...      700        782
  Pioneer Americas Acquisition Corp.,
    13.375%, 2005.......................      840        884
  Polymer Group, Inc., 12.25%, 2002.....    1,240      1,277
</TABLE>
 
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                            PRINCIPAL
                                             AMOUNT     VALUE
                                            ---------  --------
<S>                                       <C>        <C>
  Rexene Corporation, 11.75%, 2004.........   $ 1,650   $  1,749
  Terra Industries, 10.50%, 2005...........       840        926
  UCC Investors Holdings, Inc.
    10.50%, 2002...........................     2,280      2,360
    11.00%, 2003...........................       300        308
                                                        --------
                                                          14,928
COMMUNICATIONS--7.5%
(b)   Call-Net Enterprises Inc., 13.25%,
       2004................................     1,000        720
(a)(b)Celcaribe, S.A., 13.50%, 2004........     1,000        915
(b)   Cellular, Inc., 11.75%, 2003.........       625        494
(b)   Comcel, 13.125%, 2003................     2,200      1,243
      Commnet Cellular, 11.25%, 2005.......       500        528
(b)   Intelcom Group, Inc., 13.50%,
       2005................................     1,470        853
      Intermedia Communications of Florida,
       Inc., 13.50%, with warrants, 2005...     1,140      1,277
      IXC Communication Services,
       12.50%, 2005........................     1,610      1,719
      Mobilemedia Communications,
       9.375%, 2007........................       400        413
      Paging Network, Inc.
       11.75%, 2002........................     2,070      2,298
       10.125%, 2007.......................       580        632
(b)   PanAmSat, L.P., 11.375%, 2003........     2,815      2,294
      Rogers Cantel, 11.125%, 2002.........     3,570      3,829
      USA Mobile Communications, Inc. II
       14.00%, 2004........................     1,190      1,380
       9.50%, 2004.........................       600        591
                                                        --------
                                                          19,186
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS--5.6%
      American Standard Inc.
       10.875%, 1999.......................     2,315      2,564
       11.375%, 2004.......................     1,090      1,207
(b)    10.50%, 2005........................     1,110        952
       9.25%, 2016.........................       840        874
(b)   Building Materials Corporation of
      America, 11.75%, 2004................     3,285      2,234
      Nortek, Inc., 9.875%, 2004...........     2,170      2,034
      Triangle Pacific Corp., 10.50%,
       2003................................     2,185      2,316
      Waxman Industries, Inc.
       12.25%, 1998........................       850        824
       13.75%, 1999........................       884        575
(b)    12.75%, 2004........................     1,749        700
(a)    52,274 warrants expiring 2004.......                    6
                                                        --------
                                                          14,286
CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND SERVICES--3.7%
(c)   Beatrice Foods, Inc., 12.00%,
       2001................................     2,000        560
      Cinemark USA, Inc., 12.00%, 2002.....       940      1,025
 
<CAPTION>
                                             PRINCIPAL
                                              AMOUNT     VALUE
                                             ---------  --------
<S>                                          <C>        <C>
      Coinmach Corporation, 11.75%, 2005....  $ 1,500   $  1,530
(b)   Dr. Pepper Bottling Holdings, Inc.,
       11.625%, 2003........................    1,120        913
      Premier Parks Inc., 12.00%, 2003......      600        624
(b)   Six Flags Theme Park, 12.25%,
       2005.................................    2,550      2,005
      Van De Kamps, Inc., 12.00%, 2005......      550        572
      West Point Stevens Inc., 9.375%,
       2005.................................    2,280      2,251
                                                        --------
                                                           9,480
DRUGS AND HEALTHCARE--2.9%
      Amerisource Distribution Corp.,
       11.25%, 2005.........................      753        828
      Charter Medical Corporation,
       11.25%, 2004.........................    2,570      2,840
      Dade International Inc., 13.00%,
       2005.................................      720        806
      Graphic Controls, 12.00%, 2005........      320        333
      Merit Behavioral, 11.50%, 2005........      380        394
      Ornda Healthcorporation,
       11.375%, 2004........................    1,560      1,755
      Tenet Healthcare, 9.625%, 2002........      500        547
                                                        --------
                                                           7,503
ENERGY AND RELATED SERVICES--3.8%
      Chesapeake Energy Corporation,
       10.50%, 2002.........................    1,175      1,234
      Empire Gas Corporation, 7.00%, with
       warrants, 2004.......................      900        758
      Gerrity Oil & Gas, 11.75%, 2004.......      910        851
      Gulf Canada Resources Limited, 9.25%,
       2004.................................    1,800      1,845
      Santa Fe Energy Resources, Inc.,
       11.00%, 2004.........................    1,030      1,137
      TransTexas Gas Corporation,
       11.50%, 2002.........................    2,065      2,127
      United Meridian Corp., 10.375%,
       2005.................................      500        529
      Vintage Petroleum, 9.00%, 2005........    1,160      1,173
                                                        --------
                                                           9,654
FINANCIAL SERVICES, HOME BUILDING AND
  REAL ESTATE--1.7%
      Continental Homes Holding,
       12.00%, 1999.........................      680        735
      Forecast Group L.P.,
       11.375%, 2000........................      440        255
      Hovnanian Kent
       11.25%, 2002.........................    1,368      1,303
       9.75%, 2005..........................      550        484
</TABLE>
 
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         PRINCIPAL
                                          AMOUNT     VALUE
                                         ---------  --------
<S>                                      <C>        <C>
   J.M. Peters, 12.75%, with
    warrants, 2002.....................  $   460   $    422
   Presley Companies, 12.50%, 2001.....    1,575      1,260
                                                    --------
                                                       4,459
LODGING AND GAMING--4.8%
   Bally's Park Place Funding, Inc.,
    9.25%, 2004.........................    2,490      2,534
   Empress River Casino, 10.75%, 2002...    1,090      1,125
   Grand Casinos, Inc., 10.125%, 2003...      530        553
   Players International, Inc.,
    10.875%, 2005.......................      990        928
   Santa Fe Hotel, Inc., 11.00%, 2000...      757        477
   Trump Plaza Funding, 10.875%, 2001...    1,280      1,328
   Trump Taj Mahal, PIK, 11.35%, 1999...    5,553      5,358
                                                    --------
                                                      12,303
MANUFACTURING, METALS AND MINING--8.9%
   Aftermarket Technology, 12.00%,
    2004................................      780        827
   Bluebird Body Company, 11.75%, 2002..    1,430      1,502
   Crain Industries, Inc., 13.50%,
    2005................................      750        761
   Day International Group, Inc.,
    11.125%, 2005.......................      970        989
   Essex Group Incorporated,
    10.00%, 2003........................    1,270      1,251
   Fairfield Manufacturing Company,
    11.375%, 2001.......................      530        517
   Foamex L.P.
    11.25%, 2002........................      930        893
    11.875%, 2004.......................    1,370      1,315
(b)Foamex-JPS Automotive L.P.,
    14.00%, 2004, with warrants
      expiring 1999.....................      940        531
   Great Dane Holding Company,
    12.75%, 2001........................    1,495      1,360
   GS Technologies
    12.00%, 2004........................    1,930      1,916
    12.25%, 2005........................      670        669
   Gulf States Steel, 13.50%, with
    warrants, 2003......................    1,310      1,146
   Jordan Industries, 10.375%, 2003.....    1,560      1,326
   JPS Automotive Products Corporation,
    11.125%, 2001.......................    1,160      1,160
   Newflo Corporation, 13.25%, 2002.....    1,050      1,087
   NS Group, Inc., 13.50%, 2003.........    1,535      1,374
   Pace Industries, Inc., 10.625%,
    2002................................    1,020        903
   Penda Industries, Inc., 10.75%,
    2004................................      650        530
   RBX Corporation, 11.250%, 2005.......       60         59
 
<CAPTION>
                                         PRINCIPAL
                                          AMOUNT     VALUE
                                         ---------  --------
<S>                                      <C>        <C>
  Thermadyne Industries, Inc.
    10.25%, 2002........................  $ 1,290   $  1,290
    10.75%, 2003........................    1,476      1,476
                                                    --------
                                                      22,882
PAPER, FOREST PRODUCTS AND
CONTAINERS--6.6%
  Berry Plastics Corporation, 12.25%,
    with warrants, 2004.................      480        520
  Container Corporation of America,
    11.25%, 2004........................    1,815      1,879
  Crown Paper, 11.00%, 2005.............    1,500      1,313
  Gaylord Container Corporation
(b) 12.75%, 2005........................    3,060      3,014
    122,950 warrants expiring 1996......                 922
  Maxxam Group, Inc.
(b) 12.25%, 2003........................      740        503
    11.25%, 2003........................    1,220      1,171
  Owens-Illinois, Inc.
    11.00%, 2003........................    1,030      1,164
    9.75%, 2004.........................    2,780      2,926
  Repap New Brunswick Inc.,
    10.625%, 2005.......................    1,250      1,216
  SD Warren Company, 12.00%, 2004.......      475        522
  Stone Container Corporation,
    10.75%, 2002........................      280        290
  Sweetheart Cup Company Inc., 10.50%,
    2003................................      900        918
  Williamhouse-Regency, 13.00%, 2005....      600        630
                                                    --------
                                                      16,988
RETAILING--5.2%
(c)Color Tile, Inc., 10.75%, 2001.......    1,470        162
   Finlay Fine Jewelry Corporation,
    10.625%, 2003.......................      740        703
   P&C Food Markets, Inc.,
    11.50%, 2001........................    1,380      1,358
   Pamida Holdings, 11.75%, 2003........    1,950      1,462
   Pathmark Stores, Inc.
    12.625%, 2002.......................    1,000      1,029
    11.625%, 2002.......................    1,535      1,546
   Penn Traffic Company
    10.25%, 2002........................      370        356
    10.375%, 2004.......................    1,290      1,226
   Ralph's Grocery Company,
    10.45%, 2004........................    1,040      1,056
   Southland Corporation, 5.00%, 2003...    1,139        948
   Specialty Retailers, Inc., 11.00%,
    2003................................      610        543
   Thrifty Payless Inc., 11.75%, 2003...    2,830      3,056
                                                    --------
                                                      13,445
</TABLE>
 
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                            PRINCIPAL
                                             AMOUNT     VALUE
                                            ---------  --------
<S>                                         <C>       <C>
TECHNOLOGY--1.5%
   Communication and Power Industry, Inc.,
     12.00%, 2005........................   $   585   $    603
   Computervision Corporation,            
     11.375%, 1999.......................     1,080      1,139
   Merisel, Inc., 12.50%, 2004...........     1,370      1,028
   Unisys Corporation                     
     13.50%, 1997........................     1,160      1,102
     9.50%, 1998.........................        20         17
     10.625%, 1999.......................       100         88
                                                      --------
                                                         3,977
TRANSPORTATION--.6%
(c)Burlington Motor Holdings Inc.,
    11.50%, 2003........................      1,350        243
   OMI Corp., 10.25%, 2003..............        995        894
(b)Transtar Holdings, L.P.,
    13.375%, 2003.......................        631        429
                                                      --------
                                                         1,566
                                                      --------
TOTAL CORPORATE
OBLIGATIONS--86.2%
  (Cost: $220,025)......................               221,955
 
<CAPTION>
                                         NUMBER OF
                                         SHARES OR
                                         PRINCIPAL
                                          AMOUNT         VALUE
                                         ---------     --------
<S>                                      <C>          <C>
COMMON AND PREFERRED STOCKS
   BCP/Essex Holdings, PIK, preferred...  24,756      $    625
(c)Computervision Corporation........... 130,160         2,001
(c)Echostar Communications..............  27,450           499
(c)Gaylord Container Corporation........  68,728           555
(c)Gillett Holdings, Inc................  42,066           873
(c)Grand Union Company..................  70,520           529
(c)IntelCom Group, Inc..................   4,851            24
(c)Thrifty Payless Inc..................  31,540           134
(c)UGI Inc..............................   4,250             5
(c)Walter Industries, Inc...............   7,468            98
                                                      --------
TOTAL COMMON AND PREFERRED STOCKS--2.1%
  (Cost: $7,544)........................                 5,343
MONEY MARKET
INSTRUMENTS
  Yield--5.82%-6.03%
  Due--January 1996
  ConAgra, Inc..........................$  8,000         7,992
  Countrywide Funding Corporation.......   6,000         5,981
  ITT Destinations......................   8,000         7,974
  SRD Finance Inc.......................   6,000         5,974
                                                      --------
TOTAL MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--10.9%
  (Cost: $27,929).......................                27,921
                                                      --------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--99.2%
  (Cost: $255,498)......................               255,219
CASH AND OTHER ASSETS,
LESS LIABILITIES--.8%...................                 2,158
                                                      --------
NET ASSETS--100%........................              $257,377
                                                      ========
</TABLE>
 
See accompanying notes to High Yield Portfolio of Investments.
 
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NOTES TO HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) The following securities may require registration under the Securities Act
    of 1933 or an exemption therefrom in order to effect sale in the ordinary
    course of business; they were valued at cost on the dates of acquisition.
    These securities were valued at fair value as determined in good faith by
    the Board of Trustees of the Fund. At December 31, 1995, the value of the
    Portfolio's restricted securities was $921,000, which represented .36% of
    net assets.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                               PRINCIPAL
                                                                                                 AMOUNT
                                                                                DATE OF        OR NUMBER              UNIT
                           SECURITY DESCRIPTION                                ACQUISITION     OF SHARES              COST
     <S>                                                                       <C>          <C>                       <C>
     -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     Celcaribe, S.A., 13.50%, 2004                                             May 1994        $1,000,000             $0.80
     -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     Waxman Industries, Inc., warrants expiring 2004                           June 1994           52,274shs.          2.00
     -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
(b) Deferred interest obligation; currently zero coupon under terms of the
    initial offering.
 
(c) Non-income producing security. In the case of a bond, generally denotes that
    issuer has defaulted on the payment of interest or has filed for bankruptcy.
 
"PIK" denotes that interest or dividends are paid in kind.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $255,498,000 for federal income tax purposes
at December 31, 1995, the aggregate gross unrealized appreciation was
$12,351,000, the aggregate gross unrealized depreciation was $12,630,000 and the
net unrealized depreciation on investments was $279,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>                                                          
<CAPTION>                                                        
                                           NUMBER                  
                                          OF SHARES   VALUE        
                                          ---------  --------      
<S>                                       <C>        <C>           
COMMON STOCKS                                                   
CHEMICALS--7.8%                                                 
   Air Products & Chemicals..............   86,000   $  4,537      
   B.F. Goodrich Co......................   70,000      4,769      
   E.I. DuPont de Nemours & Co...........   90,000      6,289      
(a)FMC Corp..............................  100,000      6,762      
   Monsanto Co...........................   61,000      7,473      
   Praxair, Inc..........................   77,000      2,589      
                                                     --------      
                                                       32,419      
COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA--12.5%                                 
(a)AirTouch Communications...............  224,000      6,328      
   Cox Communications Inc................  430,000      8,385      
(a)DSC Communications Corp...............   51,300      1,892      
(a)Liberty Media Group, "A"..............  210,000      5,644      
   SBC Communications, Inc...............   47,900      2,754      
   Tele-Communications, Inc..............  373,000      7,413      
(a)Tellabs, Inc..........................   30,800      1,140      
(a)3Com Corporation......................   58,000      2,704      
(a)Viacom International "B"..............  150,093      7,111      
(a)WorldCom, Inc.........................  246,200      8,679      
                                                     --------      
                                                       52,050      
COMPUTER SOFTWARE,                                              
ELECTRONIC DATA                                                 
PROCESSING AND                                                  
SEMICONDUCTORS--9.3%                                            
   Atmel Corporation.....................   60,600      1,356      
(a)BMC Software..........................   28,000      1,197      
(a)Cisco Systems.........................   56,600      4,224      
(a)Compaq Computer Corp..................   36,600      1,757      
   First Data Corporation................  114,572      7,662      
   General Motors-Electronic Data                                
     Systems.............................   64,700      3,364      
   Hewlett-Packard, Co...................   34,500      2,889      
   Intel Corp............................  104,100      5,908      
   Linear Technology Corp................   72,500      2,846      
(a)LSI Logic Corp........................   27,000        884      
(a)Microsoft Corp........................   40,500      3,554      
(a)Parametric Technology.................    6,000        399      
(a)Silicon Graphics Inc..................   89,000      2,448      
                                                     --------      
                                                       38,488      
CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND                                           
SERVICES--9.0%                                                  
   Alco Standard Corporation.............  100,000      4,562      
   Gillette Co...........................   62,300      3,247      
   Kimberly-Clark Corp...................   56,400      4,667      
   Manpower Inc..........................  210,000      5,906      
   Philip Morris Companies...............   77,900      7,050      
   Procter & Gamble Co...................   44,200      3,669      
   Sara Lee Corp.........................  108,000      3,442      
                                                                   
   <CAPTION>                                                       
                                           NUMBER                  
                                          OF SHARES   VALUE        
                                          ---------  --------      
   <S>                                    <C>        <C>           
   Warnaco Group.........................  186,200   $  4,655      
                                                     --------      
                                                       37,198      
DRUGS AND HEALTHCARE--9.5%                                      
   Boston Scientific Corp................   37,000      1,813      
   Columbia/HCA Heathcare Corp...........   97,000      4,923      
   Guidant Corp..........................   70,745      2,989      
(a)IDEXX Laboratories....................   72,200      3,393      
(a)Integrated Health Services............   38,000        950      
   Johnson & Johnso..n...................   50,500      4,324      
(a)Medaphis Corp.........................   95,214      3,523      
   Medtronic, Inc........................  150,000      8,381      
   Pfizer Inc............................   65,700      4,139      
   SmithKline Beecham PLC................   45,000      2,498      
   United Healthcare Corp................   38,500      2,522      
                                                     --------      
                                                       39,455      
ENERGY AND TRANSPORTATION--6.9%                                 
   Enron Corp............................  161,100      6,142      
   Enron Oil & Gas.......................  146,600      3,518      
   Mobil Corp............................   48,000      5,376      
   Schlumberger Ltd......................   47,800      3,310      
   Union Texas Petroleum Holdings........  360,000      6,975      
(a)Wisconsin Central Transportation                           
   Corporation...........................   48,200      3,169      
                                                     --------      
                                                       28,490      
ENTERTAINMENT AND RESTAURANTS--2.9%                             
   Carnival Corp.........................  195,000      4,753      
   Walt Disney Co........................   94,100      5,552      
   McDonald's Corp.......................   37,400      1,688      
                                                     --------      
                                                       11,993      
FINANCIAL SERVICES--7.0%                                        
   American International Group,                                 
     Inc.................................   12,700      1,175      
   Bank of Boston........................   60,000      2,775      
   Boatmen's Bancshares..................  104,400      4,267      
   Dean Witter Discover..................   75,800      3,563      
   First USA.............................   51,600      2,290      
   General Re Corp.......................   18,200      2,821      
   Mercantile Bancorp....................   97,500      4,485      
   MGIC Investment Corp..................   61,000      3,309      
   NationsBank...........................   60,800      4,233      
                                                     --------      
                                                       28,918      
MANUFACTURING--12.8%                                            
   Allied-Signal.........................   68,400      3,249      
(a)Applied Materials, Inc................   76,600      3,016      
   Armstrong World Industries............   22,800      1,414      
   Boeing Co.............................   77,200      6,051      
(a)Crown Cork & Seal Co..................   42,000      1,753      
  </TABLE>                                                         
 
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EQUITY PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                           NUMBER                  
                                          OF SHARES   VALUE        
                                          ---------  --------      
<S>                                       <C>        <C>           
   Emerson Electric Co...................   55,000   $  4,496      
   Fluor Corp............................   76,900      5,075      
   General Electric Co...................   19,400      1,397      
   Georgia-Pacific Corp..................   91,500      6,279      
   Magna International, "A"..............   50,000      2,163      
   Nucor Corp............................   50,000      2,856      
   PPG Industries........................   50,000      2,287      
   Shaw Industries.......................  225,000      3,319      
   Xerox Corporation.....................   27,000      3,699      
   York International Corp...............  128,400      6,035      
                                                     --------      
                                                       53,089      
RETAILING--4.3%                                                 
   Federated Department Stores...........  213,500      5,871      
   Home Depot............................  103,500      4,955      
(a)Office Depot..........................  118,950      2,349      
(a)Viking Office Products................   38,400      1,786      
   Wal-Mart Stores.......................  134,100      3,000      
                                                     --------      
                                                       17,961      
                                                     --------      
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--82.0%                                      
  (Cost: $277,592).......................             340,061      
                                                                   
   <CAPTION>                                                       
                                          PRINCIPAL                
                                           AMOUNT     VALUE        
                                          ---------  --------      
<S>                                    <C>        <C>           
MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS                                        
   Yield--5.82% to 6.20%                                         
   Due--January 1996                                             
   ConAgra, Inc..........................  $10,000   $  9,985      
   Countrywide Funding Corp..............   10,000      9,968      
   CSX Corp..............................   10,000      9,990      
   Dayton-Hudson Corp....................   10,000      9,972      
   Enterprise Funding Corp...............    2,700      2,695      
   ITT Corporation.......................   12,000     11,961      
   Potomac Capital Investment                                    
     Corporation.........................   10,000      9,992      
   SRD Finance Inc.......................   10,000      9,956      
   Windmill Funding Corp.................   10,000      9,990      
   Working Capital Management Co.,                               
     L.P.................................   10,000      9,965      
                                                     --------      
TOTAL MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--22.8%                           
     (Cost: $94,507).....................              94,474      
                                                     --------      
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--104.8%                                       
  (Cost: $372,099).......................             434,535      
LIABILITIES, LESS CASH AND OTHER                                
ASSETS--(4.8)%...........................             (20,002)     
                                                     --------      
NET ASSETS--100%.........................            $414,533      
                                                     ========      
   </TABLE>                                                        
 
NOTES TO EQUITY PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $372,099,000 for federal income tax purposes
at December 31, 1995, the aggregate gross unrealized appreciation was
$66,687,000, the aggregate gross unrealized depreciation was $4,251,000 and the
net unrealized appreciation on investments was $62,436,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                               COUPON                   PRINCIPAL
                                                                                RATE       MATURITY      AMOUNT       VALUE
                                                                             ----------    ---------    ---------    -------
<S>                                                                          <C>           <C>          <C>          <C>
U.S. GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS
  FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION--11.1%
    (Cost: $9,810)
    Pass-through Certificates..............................................        7.00%   2023-2024     $10,490     $10,589
  FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION--11.1%
    (Cost: $10,279)
    Pass-through Certificates..............................................        6.50    2025-2026       7,469       7,382
                                                                                   7.50      2025          1,924       1,972
                                                                                   8.00    2024-2025       1,208       1,251
                                                                                                                     -------
                                                                                                                      10,605
  GOVERNMENT NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION--55.3%
    (Cost: $50,056)
    Pass-through Certificates..............................................        6.00      2026          3,000       2,911
                                                                                   6.50    2023-2026       6,891       6,838
                                                                                   7.00    2023-2026      17,785      18,002
                                                                                   7.50    2022-2024      12,111      12,460
                                                                                   8.00    2016-2024       8,011       8,346
                                                                                   8.50    2016-2024       1,655       1,739
                                                                                   9.00      2016            275         291
                                                                                   9.50    2013-2022         771         828
                                                                                  10.00      2016          1,063       1,168
                                                                                                                     -------
                                                                                                                      52,583
  U.S. TREASURY BONDS--17.2%
    (Cost: $15,617)........................................................       11.875     2003            945       1,320
                                                                                   7.25      2016            700         800
                                                                                   7.875     2021          1,090       1,343
                                                                                   7.25      2022          5,000       5,787
                                                                              6.25-7.125     2023          6,800       7,118
                                                                                                                     -------
                                                                                                                      16,368
                                                                                                                     -------
TOTAL U.S. GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS--94.7%
    (Cost: $85,762)........................................................                                           90,145
CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS
    American Home Products.................................................        7.90      2005            500         562
    Barnett Banks..........................................................        6.90      2005            500         521
    CSR America, Inc. .....................................................        6.875     2005            500         522
    Case, Corp. ...........................................................        7.25      2005            500         530
    Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corp. .........................................        6.91      2005            500         520
    Commercial Credit Company..............................................        7.375     2005            500         539
    Cox Communications.....................................................        6.875     2005            500         518
    GTE Florida, Inc. .....................................................        6.25      2005            500         507
    Nabisco Holdings Corp. ................................................        6.70      2002            500         509
    NationsBank Corporation................................................        9.50      2004            500         606
    Philip Morris Companies................................................        7.25      2003            500         526
    Sears Roebuck Acceptance Corp. ........................................        6.75      2005            500         516
                                                                                                                     -------
TOTAL CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS--6.7%
    (Cost: $6,093).........................................................                                            6,376
</TABLE>
 
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GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                     PRINCIPAL
                                                                                                      AMOUNT       VALUE
                                                                                                     ---------    --------
<S>                                                                                                  <C>          <C>
(a) REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS--11.0%
   State Street Bank and Trust Company,
   dated 12/29/95, 4.75%, due 1/2/96..............................................................    $10,485     $ 10,485
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--112.4%
  (Cost: $102,340)................................................................................                 107,006
                                                                                                                  --------
LIABILITIES, LESS CASH AND OTHER ASSETS--(12.4)%..................................................                 (11,821)
                                                                                                                  --------
NET ASSETS--100%..................................................................................                $ 95,185
                                                                                                                  ========
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Repurchase agreements are fully collateralized by U.S. Treasury or
    Government agency securities. The collateral is monitored daily by the
    Portfolio so that its market value exceeds the carrying value of the
    repurchase agreement.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $102,340,000 for federal income tax purposes
at December 31, 1995, the aggregate gross unrealized appreciation was
$4,793,000, the aggregate gross unrealized depreciation was $127,000, and the
net unrealized appreciation of investments was $4,666,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         NUMBER OF               
                                          SHARES     VALUE       
                                         ---------  --------     
<S>                                       <C>       <C>          
COMMON STOCKS                                                 
EUROPE                                                        
FINLAND--.9%                                                  
  Nokia Oy AB............................   32,258  $  1,248     
    Telecommunications equipment                                 
      manufacturer                                               
FRANCE--4.2%                                                     
  Axa Group..............................   30,000     2,024     
    Insurance company                                            
  Carrefour S.A..........................    4,000     2,430     
    Food retailer                                                
  Technip S.A............................   16,400     1,130     
    Oil services company                                         
                                                    --------     
                                                       5,584     
GERMANY--4.9%                                                    
  Allianz AG Holding.....................    1,000     1,953     
    Insurance company                                            
  Mannesmann A.G.........................    4,100     1,308     
    Construction and engineering                                 
      company                                                    
(a)SGL CARBON............................    7,000       543     
       Chemicals                                                 
   Veba A.G..............................   64,000     2,723     
     Electric utility company                                  
                                                    --------     
                                                       6,527     
HUNGARY--.2%                                                  
(a)MOL Magyar Olajes Gazipari............   42,500       349     
   Oil and gas company                                       
IRELAND--3.8%                                                    
  Bank of Ireland........................  200,000     1,449     
    Banking                                                      
  Greencore Group PLC....................  126,686     1,093     
    Food processing                                              
  Independent Newspapers PLC ............  333,007     2,082     
    Publisher                                                    
  Kerry Group PLC........................   70,280       536     
    Food processing                                              
                                                    --------     
                                                       5,160     
                                                                 
<CAPTION>                                                     
                                         NUMBER OF               
                                          SHARES     VALUE       
                                         ---------  --------     
<S>                                       <C>       <C>          
ITALY--1.3%                                                   
  Stet................................     205,000  $    580     
   Telecommunications company                                
(a)Telecom Italia Mobile.................  700,000     1,233     
       Mobile telecommunications provider                        
                                                    --------     
                                                       1,813     
NETHERLANDS--4.2%                                                
  Aalberts Industries N.V................   23,603     1,377     
    Hardware company                                             
  Getronics N.V. ........................   29,500     1,380     
    Information systems                                          
(a)Internationale Nederlanden                               
       Groep.............................   30,500     2,040     
       Banking                                                   
   PolyGram N.V. ........................   15,430       820     
     Music recording company                                   
                                                    --------     
                                                       5,617     
SPAIN--4.2%                                                   
   Banco Bilbao Vizcaya..................   34,600     1,246     
     Banking                                                     
   Empresa Nacional de Electricidad,                             
     S.A.................................   40,000     2,265     
     Electric utility company                                    
   Iberdrola, S.A........................  235,000     2,150     
     Electric utility company                                    
                                                    --------     
                                                       5,661     
SWEDEN--4.1%                                                  
   Astra AB..............................   60,000     2,399     
     Pharmaceutical company                                      
   H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB.............   21,560     1,204     
     Retailing                                                   
   LM Ericsson Telephone Co., "B"........   98,645     1,935     
     Telecommunications equipment                                
       manufacturer                                              
                                                    --------     
                                                       5,538     
   </TABLE>                                                      
 
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INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         NUMBER OF               
                                          SHARES     VALUE       
                                         ---------  --------     
<S>                                      <C>        <C>          
   SWITZERLAND--5.6%                                             
     Ciba-Geigy Limited..................    2,300  $  2,029     
       Pharmaceutical company                                    
     Rhone-Poulenc.......................      200        11     
       Chemical and pharmaceutical                               
         company                                                 
     Roche Holding AG....................      525     4,163     
       Pharmaceutical company                                    
     Union Bank of Switzerland...........    1,200     1,304     
       Banking                                                   
                                                    --------     
                                                       7,507     
   UNITED KINGDOM--17.6%                                         
     Abbey National PLC..................  290,000     2,864     
       Financial services                                        
     British Bio-Technology Group........   40,000     1,121     
       Pharmaceutical company                                    
     Burton Group PLC....................1,000,000     2,088     
       Retailer                                                  
     Cable & Wireless PLC................  240,000     1,714     
       Telecommunications company                                
     Dixons Group PLC....................  333,393     2,306     
       Electronics retailer                                      
     Forte PLC...........................  150,000       770     
       Hotel and restaurant operator                             
     Glaxo Wellcome PLC..................  260,000     3,694     
       Pharmaceutical company                                    
     Grand Metropolitan PLC..............  300,000     2,159     
       Food and drink marketing                                  
     Medeva PLC..........................  220,000       915     
       Pharmaceutical company                                    
     National Westminster Bank PLC.......  171,800     1,730     
       Banking                                                   
     Reed International PLC..............  136,000     2,072     
       Publisher                                                 
     SmithKline Beecham PLC..............  200,000     2,205     
       Pharmaceutical company                                    
                                                    --------     
                                                      23,638     
                                                    --------     
   TOTAL EUROPEAN COUNTRIES--51.0%.......             68,642     
                                                                 
   PACIFIC REGION                                                
   HONG KONG--6.7%                                               
     Cheung Kong Holdings Ltd............  310,000     1,888     
       Real estate company                                       
     CITIC Pacific Ltd...................  550,000     1,881     
       Conglomerate holding company                              
                                                                 
<CAPTION>                                                     
                                         NUMBER OF               
                                          SHARES     VALUE       
                                         ---------  --------     
<S>                                        <C>      <C>          
     Henderson Land Development Co.,                             
       Ltd...............................  150,000  $    904     
       Property developer                                        
     Hong Kong Telecommunications Ltd....  734,400     1,311     
       Telecommunications company                                
     HSBC Holdings PLC...................  109,193     1,652     
       Banking                                                   
     New World Development Co., Ltd......  250,000       479     
       Investment holding and property                           
         investment company                                      
     Peregrine Investment Holdings.......  705,000       912     
       Investment banking                                        
                                                    --------     
                                                       9,027     
   JAPAN--23.5%                                                  
     Bridgestone Corp....................   90,000     1,431     
       Rubber related products                                   
         manufacturer                                            
     Daifuku Co., Ltd....................   45,000       637     
       Diversified machinery manufacturer                        
     Daiwa Securities Co., Ltd...........   90,000     1,378     
       Stock broker                                              
     Fujisawa Pharmaceutical.............   70,000       672     
       Pharmaceutical company                                    
     Kurita Water Industries Ltd.........   30,000       800     
       Water treatment equipment and                             
         chemical manufacturer                                   
     Mabuchi Motor Co., Ltd..............   16,000       996     
       Engine manufacturer                                       
     Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,                         
       Ltd...............................   84,000     1,368     
       Electronics manufacturer                                  
     Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.........  165,000     1,316     
       Industrial machinery manufacturer                         
     Mitsubishi Paper Mills Ltd..........  110,000       662     
       Paper manufacturer                                        
     Mitsui & Co. Ltd....................  120,000     1,054     
       Steel products wholesaler                                 
     Miura Printing......................   43,000       659     
       Manufacturing and printing                                
     Murata Manufacturing................   26,000       958     
       Ceramic capacitors and filters                            
         manufacturer                                            
     New Japan Securities Co., Ltd.......  190,000     1,227     
       Financial services                                        
     Nippon Express......................  160,000     1,542     
       Transportation company                                    
(a)  NKK Corp............................  446,000     1,202     
       Steel manufacturer
</TABLE>
 
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INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                      NUMBER OF
                                       SHARES     VALUE
                                      ---------  --------
<S>                                     <C>      <C>
  Omron Corporation...................   50,000  $  1,154
    Electronics manufacturer
  Sanwa Bank Ltd......................   65,000     1,323
    Financial services
  Seven Eleven Japan Co., Ltd.........    8,000       564
    Convenience retailer
  Sumitomo Bank Ltd...................   35,000       743
    Banking
  Sumitomo Corp.......................  130,000     1,323
    Holding company
  Sumitomo Metal Industries...........  500,000     1,517
    Steel manufacturer
  Sumitomo Trust & Banking............  120,000     1,698
    Banking
  Taisei Corp.........................  210,000     1,403
    Construction company
  Teijin Ltd..........................  275,000     1,407
    Synthetic fiber manufacturer
  Tokyo Style.........................   43,000       738
    Women's apparel manufacturer
  Tokyu Department Store..............  225,000     1,490
    Retailer
  Toray Industries....................  240,000     1,582
    Synthetic fiber manufacturer
  Ube Industries, Ltd.................  200,000       756
    Diversified company
                                                 --------
                                                   31,600
SINGAPORE--3.8%
  DBS Bank............................   90,000     1,120
    Banking
  Fraser & Neave Ltd..................  100,000     1,272
    Beer and soft drink manufacturer
  Jurong Shipyard Ltd.................  135,000     1,040
    Shipyard company
  Keppel Corp. Ltd....................   80,000       713
    Conglomerate holding company
  Singapore Press Holdings Ltd........   53,000       937
    Publisher
                                                 --------
                                                    5,082
 
<CAPTION>
                                      NUMBER OF
                                       SHARES     VALUE
                                      ---------  --------
<S>                                   <C>        <C>
THAILAND--.6%
  Advanced Info Service Ltd...........   25,000  $    443
    Telecommunications company
  Siam Cement Co., Ltd................    6,000       332
    Cement company
                                                 --------
                                                      775
                                                 --------
TOTAL PACIFIC REGION--34.6%...........             46,484

COMMONWEALTH COUNTRIES
AUSTRALIA--3.1%
  Australia and New Zealand Banking
    Group Limited.....................  508,700     2,388
    Financial services
  Qantas Airways Limited..............   39,200       652
    Air transportation company
  TABcorp Holdings Ltd................  380,300     1,075
    Entertainment and gaming
                                                 --------
                                                    4,115
CANADA--1.2%
(a)Canadian National Railway
     Company..........................   36,000       540
     Railway company
   Petro-Canada
     Oil and gas company..............  195,700     1,125
                                                 --------
                                                    1,665
NEW ZEALAND--1.0%
  Lion Nathan Ltd.....................  591,700     1,412
    Beer and soft drink manufacturer
                                                 --------
TOTAL COMMONWEALTH
  COUNTRIES--5.3%.....................              7,192
                                                 --------
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--90.9%
(Cost: $106,570)......................            122,318
                                                 --------
</TABLE>
 
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INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                      Principal
                                       Amount     Value
                                      ---------  --------
<S>                                   <C>        <C>
MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS
  Yield--5.90% to 6.15%
  Due--January 1996
  ConAgra, Inc........................   $5,300  $  5,295
  Cooper Industries, Inc..............    3,600     3,597
  Potomac Capital Investment
    Corporation.......................    2,800     2,798
                                                 --------
TOTAL MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--8.7%
  (Cost: $11,690).....................             11,690
                                                 --------
</TABLE>
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                     Value
                                                    --------
<S>                                                 <C>
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--99.6%
  (Cost: $118,260).....................             $134,008
CASH AND OTHER ASSETS,
LESS LIABILITIES--.4%..................                  473
                                                    --------
NET ASSETS--100%.......................             $134,481
                                                    ========
</TABLE>
 
At December 31, 1995, the International Portfolio of Investments had the
following industry diversification (dollars in thousands):
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                VALUE                 %
                                                                                               --------             -----
      <S>                                                                                      <C>                  <C>
      Financial Services.....................................................................  $ 27,322              20.3
      Chemicals, Medical Equipment and Pharmaceuticals.......................................    18,552              13.8
      Industrial Products and Services.......................................................    13,393               9.9
      Consumer Products and Services.........................................................    10,830               8.1
      Food and Beverages.....................................................................     8,902               6.6
      Retailing..............................................................................     8,390               6.2
      Utilities..............................................................................     8,371               6.2
      Communications.........................................................................     7,231               5.4
      Publishing.............................................................................     5,091               3.8
      Transportation.........................................................................     3,774               2.8
      Diversified............................................................................     2,792               2.1
      Energy Sources.........................................................................     2,604               1.9
      Construction and Building Materials....................................................     2,544               1.9
      Electrical and Electronics.............................................................     2,522               1.9
                                                                                               --------             -----
      Total Common Stocks....................................................................   122,318              90.9
      Cash and Other Net Assets..............................................................    12,163               9.1
                                                                                               --------             -----
      Net Assets.............................................................................  $134,481             100.0
                                                                                               ========             =====
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a)  Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $118,260,000 for federal income tax purposes
at December 31, 1995, the aggregate gross unrealized appreciation was
$16,964,000, the aggregate gross unrealized depreciation was $1,216,000 and the
net unrealized appreciation on investments was $15,748,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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SMALL CAPITALIZATION EQUITY PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS DECEMBER 31, 1995
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                          NUMBER OF            
                                           SHARES      VALUE   
                                          ---------   -------  
<S>                                       <C>         <C>      
COMMON STOCKS                                               
COMMUNICATIONS, ENTERTAINMENT AND                           
MEDIA--3.7%                                                 
(a)CKS Group.............................    1,000    $    39  
   Gaylord Entertainment Co. ............   20,000        555  
   Hollinger International...............   15,400        162  
(a)Infinity Broadcasting Corp............   10,000        372  
   Mecklermedia Corporation..............    7,000        112  
(a)MGM Grand.............................    3,000         69  
                                                      -------  
                                                        1,309  
CHEMICALS--2.8%                                             
(a)FMC Corp..............................   12,000        811  
   Lawter International..................    8,000         93  
   OM Group..............................    3,000         99  
                                                      -------  
                                                        1,003  
COMPUTER SOFTWARE AND                                       
TECHNOLOGY--16.1%                                           
(a)Alpha Industries......................   10,800        153  
(a)Alternative Resources                                  
          Corporation....................   20,000        605  
(a)Artisoft, Inc.........................   12,400         78  
(a)Atmel Corporation.....................    9,000        201  
(a)Auspex Systems, Inc. .................   12,000        219  
(a)Cooper & Chyan Technology.............    2,000         31  
(a)C P Clare Corporation.................   11,000        225  
(a)Gartner Group.........................    2,500        120  
(a)HCIA Inc..............................    3,000        140  
(a)IDX Systems...........................    2,500         87  
(a)IMNET Systems, Inc....................    2,800         67  
(a)Intergraph Corp.......................   12,000        189  
(a)Keane, Inc............................   19,200        425  
(a)McAfee Associates Inc.................    4,800        211  
(a)Medaphis Corp.........................    3,000        111  
(a)Meta Group............................      500         15  
(a)Metatools.............................    1,000         26  
(a)Microchip Technology..................   11,000        401  
(a)Novadigm, Inc.........................    8,000        227  
(a)Parametric Technology Corp............    4,000        266  
(a)PLATINUM Technology...................   27,000        496  
(a)7th Level, Inc........................   28,000        392  
(a)Softkey International.................    8,000        185  
(a)Solectron Corp........................    6,000        265  
(a)SPSS, Inc. ...........................   10,000        195  
(a)Symantec Corp.........................    8,000        186  
(a)Wang Laboratories.....................   10,000        166  
                                                      -------  
                                                        5,682  
CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND SERVICES--7.1%                        
(a)Estee Lauder Companies................    4,300        150  
(a)Franklin Quest Co.....................    7,900        154  
   Hudson Foods..........................   30,000        517  
                                                               
   <CAPTION>                                                   
                                          NUMBER OF            
                                           SHARES      VALUE   
                                          ---------   -------  
<S>                                       <C>         <C>      
(a)Kenneth Cole Productions..............   10,000    $   187  
(a)Manhattan Bagel Company...............    9,000        162  
(a)Opta Food Ingredients.................    5,000         64  
(a)Pete's Brewing Company................    8,000        112  
(a)Play-By-Play Toys & Novelties,                         
     Inc.................................   10,000        146  
(a)Redhook Ale Brewing,                                   
     Incorporated........................    3,000         78  
(a)Safety 1st............................   20,000        295  
   Stewart Enterprises, Inc..............   10,000        370  
(a)Williams-Sonoma.......................   15,000        277  
                                                      -------  
                                                        2,512  
ENERGY AND TRANSPORTATION--3.2%                             
(a)Copart, Inc. .........................   11,000        289  
(a)Input/Output, Inc.....................    3,300        191  
(a)Smith International...................    2,000         47  
(a)Wisconsin Central Transportation                       
   Corporation...........................    9,300        611  
                                                      -------  
                                                        1,138  
ENGINEERING--1.4%                                           
(a)Jacobs Engineering Group..............   20,000        500  
                                                               
   FINANCIAL SERVICES--5.3%                                    
(a)Cityscape Financial...................   21,400        444  
(a)Meadowbrook Insurance Group...........    4,100        137  
(a)Risk Capital Holdings, Inc............   27,000        631  
(a)SPS Transaction Services..............   13,000        385  
   Western National Corporation..........   18,000        290  
                                                      -------  
                                                        1,887  
   MANUFACTURING AND DISTRIBUTION--11.6%                       
(a)Applied Extrusion Technologies........   13,700        171  
   Dekalb Genetics Corp..................    1,500         68  
(a)Elsag Bailey Process                                   
          Automation.....................   19,000        511  
   Federal Signal Corp...................   21,700        561  
(a)Fort Howard Corporation...............   40,000        900  
   Greenfield Industries.................   13,000        406  
   IMCO Recycling........................    9,000        220  
(a)Mohawk Industries.....................   17,000        266  
   Nordson Corp..........................    6,000        338  
   Superior Industries International         6,000        158  
(a)Thompson PBE, Inc.....................   10,000        140  
   TriMas Corp...........................   19,200        362  
                                                      -------  
                                                        4,101  
MEDICAL PRODUCTS AND EQUIPMENT--9.1%                        
   Arrow International...................    2,000         80  
(a)Dendrite International, Inc...........   16,100        290  
(a)Dura Pharmaceuticals..................   11,000        382  
(a)Genzyme Corporation...................    3,000         48  
(a)Healthdyne Technologies...............   15,000        173  
(a)ICU Medical...........................   12,000        204  
(a)IDEXX Laboratories....................   14,000        658  
(a)i-STAT Corp...........................   13,800        448  
   </TABLE>                                                    
 
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KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
SMALL CAPITALIZATION EQUITY PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS AT DECEMBER 31, 1995--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                          NUMBER OF                
                                           SHARES      VALUE       
                                          ---------   -------      
<S>                                        <C>         <C>          
   Physician Sales & Service.............   15,600    $   445      
(a)Quest Medical.........................   16,900        175      
(a)Research Industries...................   12,000        324      
                                                      -------      
                                                        3,227      
MEDICAL SERVICES--8.8%                                          
(a)ABR Information Services..............    6,000        264      
(a)Access Health, Inc....................    5,300        235      
   Caremark International, Inc...........   34,000        616      
(a)CRA Managed Care, Inc.................   12,000        263      
(a)Emeritus Corporation..................    4,500         52      
(a)Occusystems, Inc......................    8,800        176      
   Omnicare, Inc.........................   12,000        537      
(a)Owen Healthcare, Inc..................    4,000        111      
(a)Renal Treatment Centers...............    6,600        290      
(a)RTW, Inc..............................    7,400        194      
(a)Total Renal Care Holdings.............   12,800        378      
                                                      -------      
                                                        3,116      
OFFICE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES--3.8%                             
   Danka Business Systems PLC............   13,000        481      
(a)OfficeMax, Inc........................   15,000        336      
(a)Viking Office Products................   11,000        512      
                                                      -------      
                                                        1,329      
RETAILING AND RESTAURANTS--5.1%                                 
(a)Department 56, Inc....................    8,900        342      
(a)General Nutrition.....................   13,200        304      
(a)Gymboree..............................   14,000        289      
(a)Renters Choice, Inc...................   38,800        534      
(a)Starbucks Corp........................   16,000        336      
                                                      -------      
                                                        1,805      
                                                                   
<CAPTION>                                                       
                                          NUMBER OF                
                                          SHARES OR                
                                          PRINCIPAL                
                                           AMOUNT      VALUE       
                                          ---------   -------      
S>                                        <C>         <C>          
TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND EQUIPMENT--7.5%                          
   Allen Group...........................   17,000    $   380      
(a)APAC TeleServices.....................    5,500        184      
(a)InterVoice, Inc.......................   18,000        342      
(a)LCI International, Inc................   41,400        849      
(a)MIDCOM Communications, Inc............    9,400        172      
(a)Tellabs Operations....................   12,000        444      
(a)Teltrend Inc..........................    1,900         89      
   U.S. Robotics.........................    2,000        176      
                                                      -------      
                                                        2,636      
                                                      -------      
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--85.5%                                      
  (Cost: $25,580).....................                 30,245
MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS                                     
  Yield--6.02% to 6.07%                                      
  Due--January 1996                                          
  CSX Corporation.....................     $ 1,000        999
  ConAgra, Inc........................       1,000        998
  Countrywide Funding Corporation.....       1,000        997
  Potomac Capital Investment                                 
     Corporation......................       1,000        999
  SRD Finance Inc.....................       1,000        996
                                                      -------
TOTAL MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--14.1%                        
  (Cost: $4,991)......................                  4,989
                                                      -------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--99.6%                                     
  (Cost: $30,571).....................                 35,234
CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS                                  
LIABILITIES--.4%......................                    139
                                                      -------
NET ASSETS--100%......................                $35,373
                                                      =======
</TABLE>
NOTES TO SMALL CAPITALIZATION EQUITY PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
(a) Non-income producing security.
Based on the cost of investments of $30,571,000 for federal income tax purposes
at December 31, 1995, the aggregate gross unrealized appreciation was
$5,732,000, the aggregate gross unrealized depreciation was $1,069,000 and the
net unrealized appreciation on investments was $4,663,000.
 
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                             KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
                              FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
 
                                       11
<PAGE>   109
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
JUNE 30, 1996 (UNAUDITED)
(IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                                       Small
                                        Money       Total       High                  Government                        Cap
                                       Market      Return       Yield      Growth     Securities   International       Growth
                                      Portfolio   Portfolio   Portfolio   Portfolio   Portfolio      Portfolio       Portfolio
                                      ---------   ---------   ---------   ---------   ----------   -------------   --------------
<S>                                   <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>          <C>             <C>
ASSETS
  Investments, at value (Cost:
    $67,177, $597,889, $253,027,
    $390,598, $97,260, $137,325,
    $43,015, $379, $3,437, $3,969,
    $1,751, $583, $1,295 and $703,
    respectively):..................   $67,177     671,577     251,850     449,091       96,685       158,640          52,544
  Cash..............................       667       4,376         979         384          788            --             751
  Receivable for:
    Investments sold................        --       5,408       1,880       6,430        5,530         3,909           1,769
    Interest and dividends..........       193       5,488       4,604         588          927           482               6
                                      --------    --------    --------    --------    ---------    ----------      ----------
        Total assets................    68,037     686,849     259,313     456,493      103,930       163,031          55,070
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
  Cash overdraft....................        --          --          --          --           --         2,780              --
  Payable for:
    Investments purchased...........        --       8,807       5,571       4,720       16,510         1,647           2,058
    Dividends.......................        99          --          --          --           --            --              --
    Management fee..................        26         311         126         225           40            98              29
    Custodian and transfer agent
      fees and related expenses.....         4          23          13          17           14            31               9
    Other...........................        29          66          23          24           22            22              11
                                      --------    --------    --------    --------    ---------    ----------      ----------
        Total liabilities...........       158       9,207       5,733       4,986       16,586         4,578           2,107
                                      --------    --------    --------    --------    ---------    ----------      ----------
  Net assets........................   $67,879     677,642     253,580     451,507       87,344       158,453          52,963
                                      ========    ========    ========    ========    =========    ==========      ==========  
ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS
  Paid-in capital...................   $68,729     554,799     271,864     345,391       79,109       126,792          42,070
  Undistributed net realized gain
    (loss) on investments and
    foreign currency transactions...      (850)     37,870     (22,184)     43,361       (4,140)        7,913           1,030
  Net unrealized appreciation
    (depreciation) on investments
    and assets and liabilities in
    foreign currencies..............        --      73,716      (1,177)     58,556         (575)       22,011           9,529
  Undistributed net investment
    income..........................        --      11,257       5,077       4,199       12,950         1,737             334
                                      --------    --------    --------    --------    ---------    ----------      ----------
  Net assets applicable to shares
    outstanding.....................   $67,879     677,642     253,580     451,507       87,344       158,453          52,963
                                      ========    ========    ========    ========    =========    ==========      ==========  
THE PRICING OF SHARES
  Shares outstanding................    67,879     266,285     216,084     147,416       75,731       106,206          34,921
                                      ========    ========    ========    ========    =========    ==========      ==========  
  Net asset value and redemption
    price per share (Net
    assets divided by                                                                                                        
  shares outstanding)....              $  1.00       2.545       1.174       3.063        1.153         1.492           1.517  
                                      ========    ========    ========    ========    =========    ==========      ==========
</TABLE> 
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       12
<PAGE>   110
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
  Investment                 Small
    Grade                     Cap       Value+
     Bond        Value       Value      Growth     Horizon 20+   Horizon 10+   Horizon 5
  Portfolio    Portfolio   Portfolio   Portfolio    Portfolio     Portfolio    Portfolio
  ---------    ---------   ---------   ---------   -----------   -----------   ---------
  <S>          <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>           <C>           <C>
        379       3,451       3,828       1,726          576         1,283          699
         61          70          24          44           54            66           65
         --          --          52          --           --            --           --
         --           6           4           1            1             1           --
  ---------    --------    --------    --------    ---------     ---------     -------- 
        440       3,527       3,908       1,771          631         1,350          764
         --          --          --          --           --            --           --
         --         326          16         127           47            38           12
         --          --          --          --           --            --           --
         --           2           2           1           --             1           --
         --          --          --          --           --            --           --
         --          --          --          --           --            --           --
  ---------    --------    --------    --------    ---------     ---------     -------- 
         --         328          18         128           47            39           12
  ---------    --------    --------    --------    ---------     ---------     -------- 
        440       3,199       3,890       1,643          584         1,311          752
  =========    ========    ========    ========    =========     =========     ======== 
        437       3,177       4,110       1,664          588         1,317          752
         --          (3)       (103)         --            1            --           --
         --          14        (141)        (25)          (7)          (12)          (4)
          3          11          24           4            2             6            4
  ---------    --------    --------    --------    ---------     ---------     -------- 
        440       3,199       3,890       1,643          584         1,311          752
  =========    ========    ========    ========    =========     =========     ======== 
        437       3,143       4,185       1,620          576         1,298          744
  =========    ========    ========    ========    =========     =========     ======== 
      1.006       1.018        .930       1.015        1.013         1.010        1.010
  =========    ========    ========    ========    =========     =========     ======== 
</TABLE>
 
                                       13
<PAGE>   111
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 1996 (UNAUDITED)
(IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                                     Small
                                     Money        Total        High                     Government                    Cap
                                     Market      Return        Yield       Growth       Securities    International  Growth
                                     Portfolio   Portfolio    Portfolio    Portfolio    Portfolio     Portfolio      Portfolio
                                     ------      -------      -------      ------       ------        ------         -----
<S>                                  <C>         <C>          <C>          <C>          <C>           <C>            <C>
Investment income:
  Interest.........................  $1,973        9,537       12,694       1,635        3,390           138           170
  Dividends........................      --        2,947          101       2,306           --         1,922            38
                                     ------      -------      -------      ------       ------        ------         -----
                                      1,973       12,484       12,795       3,941        3,390         2,060           208
  Less foreign taxes withheld......      --           --           --          --           --           233            --
                                     ------      -------      -------      ------       ------        ------         -----
    Total investment income........   1,973       12,484       12,795       3,941        3,390         1,827           208
Expenses:
  Management fee...................     179        1,847          745       1,300          250           558           145
  Custodian and transfer agent fees
    and related expenses...........       8           37           28          39           34           126            19
  Professional fees................       5           36           14          18            5            11             2
  Trustees' fees and other.........      22           33           18          27           12            13             9
                                     ------      -------      -------      ------       ------        ------         -----
    Total expenses.................     214        1,953          805       1,384          301           708           175
                                     ------      -------      -------      ------       ------        ------         -----
Net investment income..............   1,759       10,531       11,990       2,557        3,089         1,119            33
Net realized and unrealized gain
  (loss) on investments:
  Net realized gain (loss) on sales
    of investments and foreign
    currency transactions..........    (850)      38,614          (18)     44,333          203         8,070         1,190
  Net realized gain (loss) from
    futures transactions...........      --          143           (4)         --          134            --            --
                                     ------      -------      -------      ------       ------        ------         -----
    Net realized gain (loss).......    (850)      38,757          (22)     44,333          337         8,070         1,190
  Change in net unrealized
    appreciation (depreciation) on
    investments and assets and
    liabilities in foreign
    currencies.....................     850      (13,178)        (898)     (3,880)      (5,241)        6,203         4,866
                                     ------      -------      -------      ------       ------        ------         -----
Net gain (loss) on investments.....      --       25,579         (920)     40,453       (4,904)       14,273         6,056
                                     ------      -------      -------      ------       ------        ------         -----
Net increase (decrease) in net
  assets resulting from
  operations.......................  $1,759       36,110       11,070      43,010       (1,815)       15,392         6,089
                                     ======      =======      =======      ======       ======        ======         =====
</TABLE>
 
(a) For the period from May 1, 1996 (commencement of operations) to June 30,
    1996.
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       14
<PAGE>   112
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
     Investment                         Small
        Grade                            Cap            Value+
        Bond            Value           Value           Growth       Horizon 20+    Horizon 10+     Horizon 5
    Portfolio(a)     Portfolio(a)    Portfolio(a)    Portfolio(a)    Portfolio(a)   Portfolio(a)   Portfolio(a)
    -------------    ------------    ------------    ------------    -----------    -----------    ------------
    <S>              <C>             <C>             <C>             <C>            <C>            <C>
             2                4              6               1              --              3              2
            --               10             21               3               2              1              1
        ------       ----------         ------          ------       -----------    -----------        -----
             2               14             27               4               2              4              3
            --               --             --              --              --             --             --
        ------       ----------         ------          ------       -----------    -----------        -----
             2               14             27               4               2              4              3
            --                2              3               1               1              1              1
            --               --             --              --              --             --             --
            --               --             --              --              --             --             --
            --                1             --               1              --             --             --
        ------       ----------         ------          ------       -----------    -----------        -----
            --                3              3               2               1              1              1
        ------       ----------         ------          ------       -----------    -----------        -----
             2               11             24               2               1              3              2
            --               (3)          (103)             --               1             --             --
            --               --             --              --              --             --             --
        ------       ----------         ------          ------       -----------    -----------        -----
            --               (3)          (103)             --               1             --             --
            --               14           (141)            (25)             (7)           (12)            (4)
        ------       ----------         ------          ------       -----------    -----------        -----
            --               11           (244)            (25)             (6)           (12)            (4)
        ------       ----------         ------          ------       -----------    -----------        -----
             2               22           (220)            (23)             (5)            (9)            (2)
    ==========       ==========      =========       =========       =========      =========      =========  
</TABLE>
 
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<PAGE>   113
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 1996 (UNAUDITED)
AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995
(IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                    Money Market                Total Return
                                                                                      Portfolio                   Portfolio
                                                                                ---------------------       ---------------------
                                                                                 1996          1995          1996          1995
                                                                                -------       -------       -------       -------
<S>                                                                             <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>
Operations:
  Net investment income......................................................   $ 1,759         4,123        10,531        22,128
  Net realized gain (loss)...................................................      (850)           --        38,757        47,119
  Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)...........................       850          (355)      (13,178)       74,735
  Capital contribution from investment manager...............................        --           355            --            --
                                                                                -------       -------       -------       -------
    Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations..........     1,759         4,123        36,110       143,982
Equalization credits (charges)...............................................        --            --            78        (1,827)
Dividends to shareholders:
  Distribution from net investment income....................................    (1,759)       (4,123)      (22,873)      (18,740)
  Distribution from net realized gain on investments.........................        --            --       (20,332)           --
                                                                                -------       -------       -------       -------
Total dividends to shareholders..............................................    (1,759)       (4,123)      (43,205)      (18,740)
Net increase (decrease) from capital share transactions......................     6,801       (22,743)       24,765       (50,115)
                                                                                -------       -------       -------       -------
Total increase (decrease) in net assets......................................     6,801       (22,743)       17,748        73,300
Net assets:
  Beginning of period........................................................    61,078        83,821       659,894       586,594
                                                                                -------       -------       -------       -------
  End of period..............................................................   $67,879        61,078       677,642       659,894
                                                                                =======       =======       =======       =======
Undistributed net investment income at end of period.........................   $    --            --        11,257        23,521
                                                                                =======       =======       =======       =======
</TABLE>
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       16
<PAGE>   114
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                   Government
    High Yield                Growth               Securities            International            Small Cap
     Portfolio               Portfolio              Portfolio              Portfolio           Growth Portfolio
- -------------------     -------------------     -----------------     -------------------     ------------------
 1996        1995        1996        1995        1996       1995       1996        1995        1996        1995
- -------     -------     -------     -------     ------     ------     -------     -------     -------     ------
<S>         <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>        <C>        <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>
 11,990      25,037       2,557       4,087      3,089      6,923       1,119       1,758          33         97
    (22)     (2,027)     44,333      58,852        337      2,908       8,070       1,344       1,190      1,186
   (898)     15,859      (3,880)     36,452     (5,241)     7,318       6,203      12,368       4,866      4,361
     --          --          --          --         --         --          --          --          --         --
- -------     -------     -------     -------     ------     ------     -------     -------     -------     ------
 11,070      38,869      43,010      99,391     (1,815)    17,149      15,392      15,470       6,089      5,644
 (3,301)         36         472         249       (118)    (2,310)        115         (37)         77         97
(24,806)    (22,165)     (5,021)     (1,120)    (6,507)    (6,202)     (2,089)       (970)         --        (76)
     --          --     (58,998)    (24,649)        --         --      (1,044)     (1,941)     (1,209)        --
- -------     -------     -------     -------     ------     ------     -------     -------     -------     ------
(24,806)    (22,165)    (64,019)    (25,769)    (6,507)    (6,202)     (3,133)     (2,911)     (1,209)       (76)
 13,240      21,222      57,511      18,954        599     (9,234)     11,598        (751)     12,633     16,799
- -------     -------     -------     -------     ------     ------     -------     -------     -------     ------
 (3,797)     37,962      36,974      92,825     (7,841)      (597)     23,972      11,771      17,590     22,464
257,377     219,415     414,533     321,708     95,185     95,782     134,481     122,710      35,373     12,909
- -------     -------     -------     -------     ------     ------     -------     -------     -------     ------
253,580     257,377     451,507     414,533     87,344     95,185     158,453     134,481      52,963     35,373
=======     =======     =======     =======     ======     ======     =======     =======     =======     ======
  5,077      21,194       4,199       6,191     12,950     16,486       1,737       2,592         334        224
=======     =======     =======     =======     ======     ======     =======     =======     =======     ======
</TABLE>
 
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<PAGE>   115
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
FOR THE PERIOD FROM MAY 1, 1996 (COMMENCEMENT OF OPERATIONS) TO JUNE 30, 1996
(UNAUDITED)
(IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                       Investment                         Small
                                                                                       Grade Bond         Value         Cap Value
                                                                                       Portfolio        Portfolio       Portfolio
                                                                                       ----------       ---------       ---------
<S>                                                                                    <C>              <C>             <C>
Operations:
  Net investment income.............................................................      $  2               11              24
  Net realized gain (loss)..........................................................        --               (3)           (103)
  Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)..................................        --               14            (141)
                                                                                         -----          -------         -------  
    Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations.................         2               22            (220)
Equalization credits................................................................         1               --              --
Net increase from capital share transactions........................................       337            3,077           4,010
                                                                                         -----          -------         -------  
Total increase in net assets........................................................       340            3,099           3,790
Net assets:
  Beginning of period...............................................................       100              100             100
                                                                                         -----          -------         -------  
  End of period.....................................................................      $440            3,199           3,890
                                                                                       =======          =======         =======  
Undistributed net investment income at end of period................................      $  3               11              24
                                                                                       =======          =======         =======  
</TABLE>
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       18
<PAGE>   116
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
 Value+
 Growth       Horizon 20+     Horizon 10+     Horizon 5
Portfolio      Portfolio       Portfolio      Portfolio
- ---------     -----------     -----------     ---------
<S>           <C>             <C>             <C>
      2             1                3             2
     --             1               --            --
    (25)           (7)             (12)           (4)
- -------           ---            -----           ---
    (23)           (5)              (9)           (2)
      2             1                3             2
  1,564           488            1,217           652
- -------           ---            -----           ---
  1,543           484            1,211           652
    100           100              100           100
- -------           ---            -----           ---
  1,643           584            1,311           752
=======       =======         ========        ======    
      4             2                6             4
=======       =======         ========        ======   
</TABLE>
 
                                       19
<PAGE>   117
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

(1) DESCRIPTION OF THE FUND
Kemper Investors Fund (the "Fund") is an open-end, diversified management
investment company organized as a business trust under the laws of
Massachusetts. The Fund offers multiple Portfolios, currently consisting of the
Money Market, Total Return, High Yield, Growth, Government Securities,
International, Small Cap Growth, Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap Value,
Value + Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5 Portfolios.
 
(2) SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
INVESTMENT VALUATION.
Investments are stated at value.
 
The securities of the Portfolios (excluding the Money Market Portfolio) that are
traded on a domestic securities exchange or securities listed on the NASDAQ
National Market are valued at the last sale price on the exchange or market
where primarily traded or listed or, if there is no recent sale, at the last
current bid quotation. Portfolio securities that are primarily traded on foreign
securities exchanges are generally valued at the preceding closing values of
such securities on their respective exchanges where primarily traded. A security
that is listed or traded on more than one exchange is valued at the quotation on
the exchange determined to be the primary market for that security by the Board
of Trustees or its delegates. Securities not so traded or listed are valued at
the last current bid quotation if market quotations are available. Fixed income
securities are valued by using market quotations, or independent pricing
services that use prices provided by market makers or estimates of market values
obtained from yield data relating to instruments or securities with similar
characteristics. Equity options are valued at the last sale price unless the bid
price is higher or the asked price is lower, in which event such bid or asked
price is used. Exchange traded fixed income options are valued at the last sale
price unless there is no sale price, in which event prices provided by market
makers are used. Over-the-counter traded fixed income options are valued based
upon prices provided by market makers. Financial futures and options thereon are
valued at the settlement price established each day by the board of trade or
exchange on which they are traded. Forward foreign currency contracts and
foreign currencies are valued at the forward and current exchange rates,
respectively, prevailing on the day of valuation. Other securities and assets
are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees.
 
The securities of the Money Market Portfolio are stated at amortized cost, which
approximates market value. In the event that a deviation of 1/2 of 1% or more
exists between the Portfolio's $1.00 per share net asset value, calculated at
amortized cost, and the net asset value calculated by reference to market
quotations, or if there is any other deviation that the Board of Trustees
believes would result in a material dilution to shareholders or purchasers, the
Board of Trustees will promptly consider what action, if any, should be
initiated.
 
CURRENCY TRANSLATION.
 
The books and records of the Fund are maintained in U.S. Dollars. All assets and
liabilities initially expressed in foreign currency values are converted into
U.S. Dollars at the mean between the bid and offered quotations of such
currencies against the U.S. Dollar as last quoted by a recognized dealer. If
such quotations are not readily available, the rate of exchange is determined in
good faith by the Board of Trustees. Income and expenses and purchases and sales
of investments are translated into U.S. Dollars at the rate of exchange
prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. The Portfolios include
that portion of the results of operations resulting from changes in foreign
exchange rates with the net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments,
as appropriate.
 
                                       20
<PAGE>   118
 
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
 
INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS AND INVESTMENT INCOME.
 
Investment transactions are accounted for on the trade date (date the order to
buy or sell is executed). Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date,
except that certain dividends from foreign securities are recorded as soon as
the information is available to the Fund. Interest income is recorded on the
accrual basis and includes discount amortization on all fixed income securities
and premium amortization on mortgage-backed securities. Realized gains and
losses from investment transactions are reported on an identified cost basis.
 
Several of the Portfolios may purchase securities with delivery or payment to
occur at a later date. At the time a Portfolio enters into a commitment to
purchase a security, the transaction is recorded and the value of the security
is reflected in the net asset value. The value of the security may vary with
market fluctuations. No interest accrues to the Portfolio until payment takes
place. At the time the Portfolio enters into this type of transaction it is
required to segregate cash or other liquid assets equal to the value of the
securities purchased. At June 30, 1996, the Government Securities Portfolio had
$16,252,000 of purchase commitments outstanding (19% of net assets) with a
corresponding amount of assets segregated.
 
EXPENSES.
 
Expenses arising in connection with a Portfolio are allocated to that Portfolio.
Other Fund expenses are allocated among the Portfolios in proportion to their
relative net assets.
 
FUND SHARE VALUATION.
 
Shares of each Portfolio of the Fund are offered on a continuous basis to the
separate accounts of participating insurance companies where permitted by law.
On each day the New York Stock Exchange is open for trading, each Portfolio
determines its net asset value per share (NAV) by dividing the total value of
the Portfolio's investments and other assets, less liabilities, by the number of
Portfolio shares outstanding. The NAV is determined as of the earlier of 3:00
p.m. Chicago time or the close of the Exchange for all Portfolios except the
Money Market Portfolio, and at 11:00 a.m. and as of the earlier of 3:00 p.m.
Chicago time or the close of the Exchange for the Money Market Portfolio.
Because of the need to obtain prices as of the close of trading on various
exchanges throughout the world, the calculation of net asset value for the
International Portfolio does not take place contemporaneously with the
determination of prices of the Fund's foreign securities.
 
FEDERAL INCOME TAXES.
 
Each Portfolio has complied or intends to comply with the special provisions of
the Internal Revenue Code available to investment companies for the six months
ended June 30, 1996. The accumulated net realized loss on sales of investments
for federal income tax purposes at June 30, 1996 amounted to approximately
$22,163,000 in the High Yield Portfolio and $3,567,000 in the Government
Securities Portfolio. These losses are available to offset future taxable gains
in the respective Portfolios and, if not applied, expire during the period 1998
through 2004.
 
DIVIDENDS TO SHAREHOLDERS.
 
All Portfolios except the Money Market Portfolio declare and pay dividends of
net investment income and net realized capital gains annually, which are
recorded on the ex-dividend date. The Money Market Portfolio declares a daily
dividend equal to its net investment income for that day, payable monthly.
 
Shareholders will receive dividends in additional shares.
 
                                       21
<PAGE>   119
 
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
 
Dividends are determined in accordance with income tax principles which may
treat certain transactions differently from generally accepted accounting
principles. These differences are primarily due to differing treatments for
certain transactions such as foreign currency transactions, if applicable.
 
EQUALIZATION ACCOUNTING.
 
A portion of proceeds from sales and cost of redemptions of Fund shares in all
Portfolios except the Money Market Portfolio is credited or charged to
undistributed net investment income so that income per share available for
distribution is not affected by sales or redemptions of shares.
 
(3) TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES
 
The Fund has a management agreement with Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc. (ZKI),
the Fund's investment manager for each Portfolio except the Value and Small Cap
Value Portfolios. For management services and facilities furnished, the Fund
pays a fee, based on average daily net assets, at an annual rate of .50% for the
Money Market Portfolio, .55% for the Total Return and Government Securities
Portfolios, .60% for the High Yield, Growth, Investment Grade Bond, Horizon 20+,
Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5 Portfolios, .65% for the Small Cap Growth Portfolio
and .75% for the International and Value + Growth Portfolios. Dreman Value
Advisors, Inc. (DVA), a wholly owned subsidiary of ZKI, serves as the investment
manager for the Value and the Small Cap Value Portfolios and is paid a
management fee at an annual rate of .75% of average daily net assets of such
Portfolios. DVA also serves as sub-adviser for the Value + Growth and Horizon
Portfolios. For the six months ended June 30, 1996, the Fund incurred management
fees of $5,033,000. Kemper Distributors, Inc., an affiliate of ZKI, is the
distributor and principal underwriter for shares of the Fund.
 
Certain officers or trustees of the Fund are also officers or directors of ZKI
or DVA. During the six months ended June 30, 1996, the Fund made no direct
payments to its officers and incurred trustees' fees of $83,000 to independent
trustees.
 
(4) INVESTMENT TRANSACTIONS
 
For the six months ended June 30, 1996, investment transactions (excluding
short-term investments) are as follows (in thousands):
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                            Total         High                      Government                         Small
                                           Return         Yield        Growth       Securities     International     Cap Growth
                                          Portfolio     Portfolio     Portfolio     Portfolio        Portfolio       Portfolio
                                          ---------     ---------     ---------     ----------     -------------     ----------
<S>                                       <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>            <C>               <C>
Purchases...............................  $ 331,820      166,110       276,247        149,993          94,601          36,156
Proceeds from sales.....................    319,171      160,608       245,379        144,791          77,687          23,905
</TABLE>
 
For the period from May 1, 1996 to June 30, 1996, investment transactions
(excluding short-term investments) are as follows (in thousands):
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                   Investment
                                     Grade                        Small        Value +       Horizon       Horizon       Horizon
                                      Bond          Value       Cap Value      Growth          20+           10+            5
                                   Portfolio      Portfolio     Portfolio     Portfolio     Portfolio     Portfolio     Portfolio
                                   ----------     ---------     ---------     ---------     ---------     ---------     ---------
<S>                                <C>            <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>           <C>
Purchases........................     $ 30          4,632         5,995         1,651          488           802           305
Proceeds from sales..............       --          1,849         2,601            --            6             6            --
</TABLE>
 
                                       22
<PAGE>   120
 
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
 
(5) CAPITAL SHARE TRANSACTIONS
 
The following tables summarize the activity in capital shares of the Fund (in
thousands):
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                           Six months ended June 30, 1996
      ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    Money                                                                      Government     
                    Market          Total Return        High Yield           Growth            Securities     
                   Portfolio          Portfolio         Portfolio          Portfolio           Portfolio     
                   ---------     ------------------  -----------------  -----------------  ----------------- 
                      (a)        Shares    Amount    Shares    Amount   Shares    Amount   Shares    Amount  
                   ---------     -------  ---------  -------  --------  -------  --------  -------  -------- 
<S>               <C>          <C>      <C>        <C>      <C>       <C>      <C>       <C>      <C>      
Shares  sold...     $  70,069    20,334   $  50,834   44,753  $ 51,926   14,881  $ 46,625    5,932  $  5,151 
Shares issued                                                                                       
  in reinvest-                                                                                  
  ment of                                                                                         
  dividends...          1,819    17,682      43,205   21,456    24,806   22,196    64,019    5,657     6,507 
                     --------   -------    --------  -------  --------  -------  --------  -------  -------- 
                       71,888    38,016      94,039   66,209    76,732   37,077   110,644   11,589    11,658  
Shares                                                                                       
  redeemed...         (65,087)  (27,609)    (69,274) (54,582)  (63,492) (16,747)  (53,133) (10,850)  (11,059) 
                     --------   -------    --------  -------  --------  -------  --------  -------   -------
Net increase
  from capital
  share trans-
  actions...        $   6,801    10,407   $  24,765   11,627  $ 13,240   20,330  $ 57,511      739  $    599  
                     ========   =======    ========  =======  ========  =======  ========  =======  ========  
</TABLE>
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                     Six months ended June 30, 1996
      ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                
                     International           Small Cap
                      Portfolio           Growth Portfolio
                  -----------------       ----------------
                   Shares   Amount        Shares   Amount
                  -------  --------       ------  --------
<S>               <C>      <C>          <C>     <C>
Shares sold...     20,085    $ 28,825     13,927  $ 20,354
Shares issued   
  in reinvest-  
  ment of       
  dividends...      2,155       3,133        840     1,209
                   ------     -------   --------    ------   
                   22,240      31,958     14,767    21,563
Shares          
  redeemed...     (14,153)    (20,360)    (6,129)   (8,930)   
                  -------    --------     ------   -------
Net increase
 from capital
 share trans-
 actions...         8,087    $ 11,598      8,638  $ 12,633
                  =======    ========     ======   =======
</TABLE>
 
(a) For the Money Market Portfolio, dollar amounts and number of shares are the
same.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                      May 1, 1996 to June 30, 1996
                                                                         ------------------------------------------------------
                                                                            Investment
                                                                            Grade Bond            Value           Small Cap
                                                                             Portfolio          Portfolio      Value Portfolio
                                                                         -----------------  -----------------  ----------------
                                                                         Shares    Amount   Shares    Amount   Shares   Amount
                                                                         -------  --------  -------  --------  ------  --------
<S>                                                                      <C>      <C>       <C>      <C>       <C>     <C>
Shares sold.............................................................     345  $    345    3,053  $  3,088   4,095  $  4,020
Shares redeemed.........................................................      (8)       (8)     (10)      (11)    (10)      (10)
                                                                             ---      ----    -----    ------   -----    ------
Net increase from capital share transactions............................     337  $    337    3,043  $  3,077   4,085  $  4,010
                                                                             ===      ====    =====    ======   =====    ======
</TABLE>
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                              May 1, 1996 to June 30, 1996
                                                        -------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                          Value+Growth        Horizon 20+        Horizon 10+        Horizon 5
                                                            Portfolio          Portfolio          Portfolio         Portfolio
                                                        -----------------  -----------------  -----------------  ----------------
                                                        Shares    Amount   Shares    Amount   Shares    Amount   Shares   Amount
                                                        -------  --------  -------  --------  -------  --------  ------  --------
<S>                                                     <C>      <C>       <C>      <C>       <C>      <C>       <C>     <C>
Shares sold............................................   1,604  $  1,651      496  $    509    1,201  $  1,220     697  $    705
Shares redeemed........................................     (84)      (87)     (20)      (21)      (3)       (3)    (53)      (53)
                                                          -----    ------      ---      ----    -----    ------     ---      ----
Net increase from capital share transactions...........   1,520  $  1,564      476  $    488    1,198  $  1,217     644  $    652
                                                          =====    ======      ===      ====    =====    ======     ===      ====
</TABLE>
 
                                       23
<PAGE>   121
 
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                    Year ended December 31, 1995                               
                    -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                      Money                                                                  Government                        
                     Market       Total Return        High Yield            Growth           Securities        International   
                    Portfolio      Portfolio           Portfolio          Portfolio           Portfolio          Portfolio     
                    ---------  ------------------  -----------------  ------------------  -----------------  ----------------- 
                       (a)     Shares    Amount    Shares    Amount   Shares    Amount    Shares    Amount   Shares    Amount  
                    ---------  -------  ---------  -------  --------  -------  ---------  -------  --------  -------  -------- 
<S>                 <C>        <C>      <C>         <C>     <C>       <C>       <C>        <C>     <C>        <C>     <C>
Shares sold...      $ 122,960   35,774  $  81,265   74,793  $ 84,004   40,308   $117,495   38,793  $ 36,895   29,450  $ 37,549 
Shares issued in                                                                                                               
  reinvestment                                                                                                                 
  of dividends...       4,191    8,512     18,740   19,366    22,165    9,679     25,769    5,447     6,202    2,361     2,911 
                    ---------  -------  ---------  -------  --------  -------  ---------  -------  --------  -------  -------- 
                      127,151   44,286    100,005   94,159   106,169   49,987    143,264   44,240    43,097   31,811    40,460 
Shares redeemed...   (149,894) (66,098)  (150,120) (74,907)  (84,947) (43,622)  (124,310) (53,140)  (52,331) (32,312)  (41,211)
                    ---------  -------  ---------  -------  --------  -------  ---------  -------  --------  -------  -------- 
Net increase                                                                                                                   
  (decrease) from                                                                                                              
  capital share                                                                                                                
  transactions...   $ (22,743) (21,812) $ (50,115)  19,252  $ 21,222    6,365  $  18,954   (8,900) $ (9,234)    (501) $   (751)
                    =========  =======  =========  =======  ========  =======  =========  =======  ========  =======  ======== 
</TABLE>

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                               
                       Small Cap
                    Growth Portfolio
                    ----------------
                    Shares   Amount
                    ------  --------
<S>                 <C>     <C>
Shares sold...      22,379  $ 26,856
Shares issued in   
  reinvestment     
  of dividends...       71        76
                    ------  --------
                    22,450    26,932
Shares redeemed...  (8,586)  (10,133)
                    ------  --------
Net increase       
  (decrease) from  
  capital share    
  transactions...   13,864  $ 16,799
                    ======  ========
- ----------------- 
</TABLE>                  
(a) For the Money Market Portfolio, dollar amounts and number of shares are the
    same.

(6) FINANCIAL FUTURES CONTRACTS 
                   
The Total Return, High Yield and Government Securities Portfolios have entered 
into exchange traded financial futures contracts in order to help protect
themselves from anticipated market conditions and, as such, bear the risk that
arises from owning these contracts. At the time a Portfolio enters into a    
futures contract, it is required to make a margin deposit with its custodian. 
Subsequently, gain or loss is recognized and payments are made on a daily basis 
between the Portfolios and the broker as the market value of the futures 
contract fluctuates. At June 30, 1996, the market value of assets pledged by the
Portfolios to cover margin requirements for open futures positions were      
$135,000, $26,000 and $1,055,000 for the Total Return, High Yield and Government
Securities Portfolios, respectively. The Portfolios also had liquid securities
in their portfolio sufficient to cover the following short Treasury futures
positions open at June 30, 1996 that expire in September, 1996.
                   
<TABLE>                  
<CAPTION>
                             Face           Loss at
      Portfolio             amount          6/30/96
<S>                       <C>             <C>
- -----------------------------------------------------
Total Return              $ 3,517,000     $   (31,000)
- -----------------------------------------------------
High Yield                  1,591,000         (22,000)
- -----------------------------------------------------
Government Securities      97,266,000      (1,153,000)
- -----------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
                                       24
<PAGE>   122
 
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS--(CONTINUED)
 
(7) FORWARD FOREIGN CURRENCY CONTRACTS
 
In order to protect themselves against a decline in the value of particular
foreign currencies against the U.S. Dollar, the Total Return, Growth and
International Portfolios have entered into forward contracts to deliver foreign
currency in exchange for U.S. Dollars as described below. The Portfolios bear
the market risk that arises from changes in foreign exchange rates, and
accordingly, the net unrealized gain on these contracts is reflected in the
accompanying financial statements. The Portfolios also bear the credit risk if
the counterparty fails to perform under the contract. At June 30, 1996, the
Portfolios had the following forward foreign currency contracts outstanding with
settlement dates in July, 1996:
 
                             TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                  Unrealized
                                   Contract          gain
      Foreign Currency            amount in         (loss)
       to be delivered           U.S. dollars     at 6/30/96
<S>                              <C>              <C>
- ------------------------------------------------------------
     130,000 British Pounds      $    196,000     $   (6,000)
- ------------------------------------------------------------
     285,000 Dutch Guilders           170,000          3,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
    1,320,000 French Francs           259,000          3,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
  80,565,000 Japanese Yen             760,000         24,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
     148,000 Swiss Francs             122,000          4,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
           Net unrealized
             gain                                 $   28,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
                                GROWTH PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                  Unrealized
                                   Contract          gain
      Foreign Currency            amount in         (loss)
       to be delivered           U.S. dollars     at 6/30/96
<S>                              <C>              <C>
- ------------------------------------------------------------
     385,000 British Pounds      $    582,000     $  (15,000)
- ------------------------------------------------------------
     609,000 Dutch Guilders           356,000         (1,000)
- ------------------------------------------------------------
    2,100,000 French Francs           405,000         (3,000)
- ------------------------------------------------------------
 255,354,000 Japanese Yen           2,414,000         82,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
     463,000 Swiss Francs             372,000         --
- ------------------------------------------------------------
           Net unrealized
             gain                                 $   63,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
                            INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                  Unrealized
                                   Contract          gain
      Foreign Currency            amount in         (loss)
       to be delivered           U.S. dollars     at 6/30/96
<S>                              <C>              <C>
- ------------------------------------------------------------
    3,022,000 British Pounds     $  4,565,000     $ (130,000)
- ------------------------------------------------------------
  13,530,000 Dutch Guilders         7,998,000         64,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
  25,750,000 French Francs          5,013,000          9,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
2,551,000,000 Japanese Yen         23,962,000        662,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
    4,909,000 Swiss Francs          4,006,000         80,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
           Net unrealized
             gain                                 $  685,000
- ------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
                                       25
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
 
MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                    Six months
                                                                      ended
                                                                     June 30,      Year ended December 31,
                                                                       1996         1995        1994        1993        1992
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
<S>                                                                 <C>            <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period..............................   $   1.00         1.00        1.00        1.00        1.00
Net investment income and dividends declared......................        .02          .06         .04         .03         .03
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Net asset value, end of period....................................   $   1.00         1.00        1.00        1.00        1.00
                                                                    ==========     =======     =======     =======     =======
TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).....................................       2.50%        5.66        3.96        2.83        3.43
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses..........................................................        .59%         .55         .53         .56         .57
Net investment income.............................................       4.89%        5.52        3.95        2.79        3.38
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)........................   $ 67,879       61,078      83,821      68,177      75,270
</TABLE>
 
NOTE TO MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO:
 
The total returns for 1995 and 1994 include the effect of a capital contribution
from the investment manager. Without the capital contribution, the total returns
would have been 5.11% and 3.47%, respectively.
 
TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                    Six months
                                                                      ended
                                                                     June 30,      Year ended December 31,
                                                                       1996         1995        1994        1993        1992
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
<S>                                                                 <C>            <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period..............................   $  2.579        2.112       2.586       2.473       2.658
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income...........................................       .040         .084        .069        .069        .061
  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss).........................       .096         .453       (.313)       .214       (.026)
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Total from investment operations..................................       .136         .537       (.244)       .283        .035
Less dividends:
  Distribution from net investment income.........................       .090         .070        .060        .050        .080
  Distribution from net realized gain.............................       .080           --        .170        .120        .140
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Total dividends...................................................       .170         .070        .230        .170        .220
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Net asset value, end of period....................................   $  2.545        2.579       2.112       2.586       2.473
                                                                    ==========     =======     =======     =======     =======
TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).....................................       5.54%       25.97       (9.50)      12.13        1.69
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses..........................................................        .58%         .60         .61         .59         .60
Net investment income.............................................       3.14%        3.52        3.13        3.19        3.41
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)........................   $677,642      659,894     586,594     643,830     528,007
Portfolio turnover rate (annualized)..............................         94%         118         128         191         160
</TABLE>
 
Average commission rate paid per share on stock transactions for the six months
ended June 30, 1996 was $.0576.
 
                                       26
<PAGE>   124
 
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS--(CONTINUED)
 
HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                             Year ended December 31,
                                                                    Six months
                                                                    ended June
                                                                     30, 1996       1995        1994        1993        1992
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
<S>                                                                 <C>            <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period..............................   $  1.259        1.185       1.338       1.209       1.144
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income...........................................       .060         .125        .116        .120        .125
  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss).........................      (.005)        .069       (.149)       .109        .070
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Total from investment operations..................................       .055         .194       (.033)       .229        .195
Less distribution from net investment income......................       .140         .120        .120        .100        .130
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Net asset value, end of period....................................   $  1.174        1.259       1.185       1.338       1.209
                                                                    ==========     =======     =======     =======     =======
TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).....................................       4.51%       17.40       (2.25)      20.00       17.76
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses..........................................................        .65%         .65         .65         .63         .64
Net investment income.............................................       9.66%       10.27        9.49        9.54       10.44
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)........................   $253,580      257,377     219,415     233,964     162,158
Portfolio turnover rate (annualized)..............................        121%          90          98          84          57
</TABLE>
 
GROWTH PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                             Year ended December 31,
                                                                    Six months
                                                                      ended
                                                                     June 30,
                                                                       1996         1995        1994        1993        1992
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
<S>                                                                 <C>            <C>         <C>         <C>         <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period..............................   $  3.262        2.665       2.935       2.631       2.642
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income...........................................       .019         .034        .018        .004        .007
  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss).........................       .292         .793       (.138)       .370        .082
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Total from investment operations..................................       .311         .827       (.120)       .374        .089
Less dividends:
  Distribution from net investment income.........................       .040         .010          --        .010        .005
  Distribution from net realized gain.............................       .470         .220        .150        .060        .095
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Total dividends...................................................       .510         .230        .150        .070        .100
                                                                    ----------     -------     -------     -------     -------
Net asset value, end of period....................................   $  3.063        3.262       2.665       2.935       2.631
                                                                    ==========     =======     =======     =======     =======
TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).....................................      10.50%       32.97       (4.02)      14.63        3.57
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses..........................................................        .64%         .64         .66         .64         .64
Net investment income.............................................       1.18%        1.15         .69         .30         .65
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)........................   $451,507      414,533     321,708     284,461     203,624
Portfolio turnover rate (annualized)..............................        124%          88         106          78          78
</TABLE>
 
Average commission rate paid per share on stock transactions for the six months
ended June 30, 1996 was $.0477.
 
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS--(CONTINUED)
 
GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                             Six months
                                                               ended
                                                              June 30,                  Year ended December 31,
                                                                1996          1995        1994          1993          1992
                                                             ----------      ------      ------     ------------     ------
<S>                                                          <C>             <C>         <C>        <C>              <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period......................    $  1.269        1.142       1.267          1.277        1.287
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income...................................        .041         .084        .067           .060         .064
  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss).................       (.067)        .123       (.102)          .020         .006
                                                             ----------      ------      ------     ------------     ------
Total from investment operations..........................       (.026)        .207       (.035)          .080         .070
Less dividends:
  Distribution from net investment income.................        .090         .080        .060           .060         .050
  Distribution from net realized gain.....................          --           --        .030           .030         .030
                                                             ----------      ------      ------     ------------     ------
Total dividends...........................................        .090         .080        .090           .090         .080
                                                             ----------      ------      ------     ------------     ------
Net asset value, end of period............................    $  1.153        1.269       1.142          1.267        1.277
                                                             ==========      ======      ======     ============     ======
TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED).............................       (2.02)%      18.98       (2.74)          6.48         5.90
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses..................................................         .66%         .65         .63            .60          .61
Net investment income.....................................        6.80%        7.08        5.69           5.05         6.08
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)................    $ 87,344       95,185      95,782        121,912       98,814
Portfolio turnover rate (annualized)......................         290%         275         606            534          492
</TABLE>
 
INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                              Six months                                          January 6,
                                                                ended                                              1992 to
                                                               June 30,          Year ended December 31,         December 31,
                                                                 1996         1995        1994         1993          1992
                                                              ----------     -------     -------      ------     ------------
<S>                                                           <C>            <C>         <C>          <C>        <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period........................   $  1.371        1.244       1.306        .993         1.000
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.....................................       .010         .018        .009        .010          .010
  Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)...................       .141         .139       (.056)       .313         (.017)
                                                              ----------     -------     -------      ------        ------
Total from investment operations............................       .151         .157       (.047)       .323         (.007)
Less dividends:
  Distribution from net investment income...................       .020         .010          --        .009            --
  Distribution from net realized gain.......................       .010         .020        .015        .001            --
                                                              ----------     -------     -------      ------        ------
Total dividends.............................................       .030         .030        .015        .010            --
                                                              ----------     -------     -------      ------        ------
Net asset value, end of period..............................   $  1.492        1.371       1.244       1.306          .993
                                                              ==========     =======     =======      ======     ============
TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED)...............................      11.10%       12.83       (3.59)      32.83          (.72)
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses....................................................        .95%         .92         .93         .92          1.11
Net investment income.......................................       1.51%        1.39         .74         .86          1.01
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)..................   $158,453      134,481     122,710      88,880        19,447
Portfolio turnover rate (annualized)........................        101%         126         107         116           129
</TABLE>
 
Average commission rate paid per share on stock transactions for the six months
ended June 30, 1996 was $.0199. Foreign commissions usually are lower than U.S.
commissions when expressed as cents per share due to the lower per share price
of many non-U.S. securities.
 
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS--(CONTINUED)
 
SMALL CAP GROWTH PORTFOLIO
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                    Six months                                May 2, 1994
                                                                       ended            Year ended                to
                                                                   June 30, 1996     December 31, 1995     December 31, 1994
                                                                   -------------     -----------------     -----------------
<S>                                                                <C>               <C>                   <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of period............................      $ 1.346               1.039                 1.000
Income from investment operations:
  Net investment income.........................................         .041                .005                  .008
  Net realized and unrealized gain..............................         .170                .307                  .031
                                                                      -------              ------                ------
Total from investment operations................................         .211                .312                  .039
Less dividends:
  Distribution from net investment income.......................           --                .005                    --
  Distribution from net realized gain...........................         .040                  --                    --
                                                                      -------              ------                ------

Total dividends.................................................         .040                .005                    --
                                                                      -------              ------                ------
Net asset value, end of period..................................      $ 1.517               1.346                 1.039
                                                                      =======              ======                ======
TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED)...................................        15.82%              30.07                  3.95
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses........................................................          .78%                .87                  1.25
Net investment income...........................................          .15%                .42                   .91
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period (in thousands)......................      $52,963              35,373                12,909
Portfolio turnover rate (annualized)............................          123%                 81                    58
</TABLE>
 
Average commission rate paid per share on stock transactions for the six months
ended June 30, 1996 was $.0561.
 
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS--(CONTINUED)
 
FOR THE PERIOD MAY 1, 1996 TO JUNE 30, 1996
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                    Investment                   Small       Value+
                                    Grade Bond      Value      Cap Value     Growth      Horizon 20+    Horizon 10+    Horizon 5
                                    Portfolio     Portfolio    Portfolio    Portfolio     Portfolio      Portfolio     Portfolio
                                    ----------    ---------    ---------    ---------    -----------    -----------    ---------
<S>                                 <C>           <C>          <C>          <C>          <C>            <C>            <C>
PER SHARE OPERATING PERFORMANCE:
Net asset value, beginning of
  period.........................     $1.000        1.000        1.000        1.000         1.000          1.000         1.000
Income from investment
  operations:
  Net investment income..........       .006         .004         .006         .003          .024           .019          .015
  Net realized and unrealized
    gain (loss)..................         --         .014        (.076)        .012         (.011)         (.009)        (.005)
                                      ------        -----        -----        -----         -----          -----         -----
Total from investment
  operations.....................       .006         .018        (.070)        .015          .013           .010          .010
Net asset value, end of period...     $1.006        1.018         .930        1.015         1.013          1.010         1.010
                                      ======        =====        =====        =====         =====          =====         =====
TOTAL RETURN (NOT ANNUALIZED)....        .62%        1.79        (7.05)        1.45          1.26           1.03           .99
RATIOS TO AVERAGE NET ASSETS
  (ANNUALIZED):
Expenses.........................        .74%         .90          .85          .89           .74            .74           .74
Net investment income............       3.61%        4.19         5.94         1.53          3.11           2.61          2.96
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA:
Net assets at end of period
  (in thousands).................     $  440        3,199        3,890        1,643           584          1,311           752
Portfolio turnover rate
  (annualized)...................         --%         520          568           --            15              9            --
Average commission rate paid per
  share on stock transactions....     $   --        .0500        .0500        .0595         .0597          .0595         .0592
</TABLE>
 
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KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                      Value
                                                     -------
<S>                                                  <C>
CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS
CAPITAL AND MORTGAGE LENDING--8.8%
 Countrywide Funding Corporation
   5.51%, 7/31/96.................................   $ 2,001
 PHH Corporation
   5.38%, 7/23/96.................................     1,993
 SRD Finance Inc.
   5.47%, 7/18/96.................................     1,994
                                                     -------
                                                       5,988
CAPTIVE AUTO FINANCE--8.8%
 Ford Motor Credit Company
   5.36%, 7/19/96.................................     1,994
 General Motors Acceptance Corp.
   5.36%, 7/3/96..................................     1,999
 Mitsubishi Motors Credit of America, Inc.
   5.47%, 8/1/96..................................     1,990
                                                     -------
                                                       5,983
CAPTIVE BUSINESS FINANCE--20.6%
 B.A.T Capital Corp.
   5.38%, 7/26/96.................................     1,992
 CSW Credit, Inc.
   5.39%, 7/26/96.................................     1,992
 (a)Finova Capital Corporation
   5.56%, 7/15/96.................................     2,000
 Orix America Inc.
   5.43%-5.62%, 7/1/96-9/3/96.....................     3,979
 (a)USL Capital Corporation
   5.62%, 8/29/96.................................     2,001
 Xerox Credit Corporation
   5.37%, 7/23/96.................................     1,993
                                                     -------
                                                      13,957
CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND SERVICES--5.9%
 American Home Products Corporation
   5.45%, 8/15/96.................................     1,986
 Sony Capital Corporation
   5.38%, 7/17/96.................................     1,995
                                                     -------
                                                       3,981
CORPORATE FINANCING--14.7%
 Astro Capital Corp.
   5.50%, 8/30/96.................................     1,981
 B I Funding Inc.
   5.38%, 7/17/96.................................     1,995
 Broadway Capital Corp.
   5.52%, 7/1/96..................................     1,999
 Ranger Funding Corporation
   5.40%, 7/3/96..................................     1,999
 Windmill Funding Corporation
   5.38%, 7/22/96.................................     1,993
                                                     -------
                                                       9,967
 
<CAPTION>
                                                      Value
                                                     -------
<S>                                                  <C>
ENERGY AND UTILITIES--7.9%
 DIC Americas, Inc.
   5.47%, 7/11/96.................................   $ 1,996
 New England Power Co.
   5.42%, 7/18/96.................................     3,340
                                                     -------
                                                       5,336
FINANCIAL SERVICES--8.8%
 (a)Bear Stearns Companies Inc.
   5.51%, 7/19/96.................................     2,000
 Dean Witter, Discover & Co.
   5.39%, 7/9/96..................................     1,997
 (a)Goldman, Sachs & Co.
   5.55%, 7/25/96.................................     2,000
                                                     -------
                                                       5,997
INFORMATION SERVICES--5.9%
 International Business Machines Corp.
   5.26%, 2/28/97.................................     1,997
 Nynex Corporation
   5.43%, 8/9/96..................................     1,988
                                                     -------
                                                       3,985
MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS--2.9%
 Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc.
   5.45%, 7/22/96.................................     1,993

RECEIVABLES FINANCING--11.7%
 (a)Heller Financial, Inc.
   5.66%, 7/1/96..................................     2,002
 Jet Funding Corporation
   5.54%, 9/30/96.................................     1,972
 Old Line Funding Corp.
   5.43%, 7/18/96.................................     1,994
 Receivables Capital Corp.
   5.35%, 7/16/96.................................     1,995
                                                     -------
                                                       7,963
                                                     -------
TOTAL CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS--96.0%
(average maturity: 31 days).......................    65,150

U.S. TREASURY NOTE--3.0%
(average maturity: 214 days)
   5.04%, 1/31/97.................................     2,027
                                                     -------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--99.0%
(average maturity: 36 days).......................    67,177

CASH AND OTHER ASSETS,
LESS LIABILITIES--1.0%............................       702
                                                     -------
NET ASSETS--100%..................................   $67,879
                                                     =======
</TABLE>
 
See accompanying notes to Money Market Portfolio of Investments.
 
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NOTES TO MONEY MARKET PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
Interest rates represent annualized yield to date of maturity, except for
variable rate securities described in Note (a). For each security, cost (for
financial reporting and federal income tax purposes) and carrying value are the
same. Likewise, carrying value approximates principal amount.
 
(a) Variable rate securities. The rates shown are the current rates at June 30,
    1996. The dates shown represent the demand date or next interest rate change
    date.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                      Principal
                                      Amount or
                                        Number
                                      of Shares     Value
                                      ----------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS
  U.S. Treasury Notes
    7.75%, 2000.....................  $  10,000    $ 10,430
    7.875%, 2001....................      7,000       7,416
    7.75%, 2001.....................      9,000       9,464
    6.25%, 2003.....................      8,500       8,359
    7.25%, 2004.....................     33,000      34,218
    6.50%, 2005.....................      4,200       4,146
  U.S. Treasury Bonds
    12.00%, 2013....................      1,800       2,541
    12.50%, 2014....................     13,000      19,153
  Government of Canada,
    8.625%, 2005....................      2,000       2,157
                                                   --------
TOTAL GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS--14.4%
  (Cost: $97,886)...................                 97,884

COMMON STOCKS
BASIC INDUSTRIES--2.6%
  Air Products & Chemicals..........     92,500shs.   5,342
  Crown Cork & Seal Co..............     33,700       1,517
  Monsanto Co.......................    175,000       5,688
  Praxair, Inc......................    106,100       4,483
  Sumitomo Metal Industries.........     50,000         153
  Toray Industries..................     23,000         159
                                                   --------
                                                     17,342
CAPITAL GOODS--7.2%
  Boeing Co.........................     86,000       7,493
  Emerson Electric Co...............     70,900       6,408
  Fluor Corp........................     89,000       5,818
  General Electric Co...............    161,600      13,978
  B.F. Goodrich Co..................    165,000       6,167
  Honda Motor Co., Ltd. ............      6,000         155
  Illinois Tool Works...............     36,500       2,468
  Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.......     18,000         156
  Technip S.A. .....................      1,734         159
  York International Corp...........    120,900       6,256
                                                   --------
                                                     49,058
CONSUMER CYCLICALS--8.2%
  Burton Group PLC..................     70,330         170
  Carnival Corp.....................    200,000       5,775
  (b)Circus Circus Enterprises......     94,900       3,891
  (b)Consolidated Stores
     Corporation....................     85,000       3,124
  Walt Disney Company...............    100,000       6,288
  (b)Federated Department Stores....    119,000       4,061
 
<CAPTION>
                                        Number
                                      of Shares     Value
                                      ----------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
  Harcourt General..................     31,600    $  1,580
  Hilton Hotels.....................     35,000       3,938
  Liberty Media Group, "A"..........    145,000       3,842
  Lowes Companies...................     80,000       2,890
  Manpower, Inc. ...................     75,000       2,944
  Marriott International............     98,500       5,294
  Merrill Lynch & Co.
  (convertible preferred)...........     96,000       2,124
  (b)Mirage Resorts, Inc............     73,000       3,942
  Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton.......        642         152
  (b)OfficeMax Inc..................    116,400       2,779
  Pep Boys-Manny Moe & Jack.........     64,400       2,190
  (b)Thrifty Payless Holdings.......     47,500         208
                                                   --------
                                                     55,192
CONSUMER DURABLES--1.6%
  Leggett & Platt Incorporated......    149,000       4,135
  Magna International Inc...........    140,500       6,463
                                                   --------
                                                     10,598
CONSUMER STAPLES--8.1%
  Avon Products.....................     50,000       2,256
  Duracell International............    100,000       4,313
  Gillette Co.......................     75,000       4,678
  Heineken N.V......................        734         164
  Melville Corp.....................     52,700       2,134
  PepsiCo...........................    145,400       5,144
  Philip Morris Companies...........    172,800      17,971
  Procter & Gamble Co...............    101,700       9,216
  Reed International PLC............      8,968         150
  Sysco Corp........................     50,000       1,712
  Warnaco Group.....................    190,000       4,892
  Wendy's International.............    115,000       2,142
                                                   --------
                                                     54,772
ENERGY--1.4%
  Enron Corp........................    142,200       5,812
  Mobil Corp........................     31,000       3,476
                                                   --------
                                                      9,288
FINANCE--9.3%
  Allstate Corp. ...................    120,000       5,475
  American International Group,
    Inc. ...........................     45,000       4,438
  Bank of Boston....................     85,800       4,247
  Bank of Ireland...................     24,057         164
  CITIC Pacific Ltd. ...............     42,000         170
  Cheung Kong Holdings Ltd. ........     22,000         158
  Dean Witter Discover..............     80,000       4,580
</TABLE>
 
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TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                        Number
                                      of Shares     Value
                                      ----------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
  Development Bank of Singapore.....     13,000    $    162
  Federal National Mortgage
    Association.....................    262,000       8,777
  First USA.........................     73,900       4,065
  ITT Hartford Group................     90,000       4,793
  Internationale Nederlanden
    Groep...........................      5,750         171
  KeyCorp...........................    102,500       3,972
  Krung Thai Bank Public Co.
    Ltd. ...........................     31,800         149
  MBIA Inc. ........................     68,800       5,358
  MGIC Investment Corp. ............     72,200       4,052
  Marsh & McLennan Companies,
    Inc. ...........................     30,000       2,895
  NationsBank.......................     45,000       3,718
  Swire Pacific Ltd., "A"...........     19,500         167
  Travelers Group...................    123,750       5,646
                                                   --------
                                                     63,157
HEALTH CARE--8.4%
  Abbott Laboratories...............    120,000       5,220
  American Home Products............    100,000       6,013
  Astra AB..........................      3,691         163
  C. R. Bard........................     60,000       2,040
  Baxter International..............    120,000       5,670
  (b)Biogen.........................     25,000       1,372
  Johnson & Johnson.................    240,000      11,880
  Eli Lilly & Co. ..................    100,000       6,500
  Medtronic, Inc. ..................     77,000       4,312
  Merck & Co., Inc. ................     91,200       5,894
  Omnicare..........................     41,000       1,087
  Perkin-Elmer Corp. ...............     70,000       3,378
  Roche Holding AG..................         40         153
  Sandoz, Ltd. .....................     61,200       3,481
  (b)U.S. Bioscience................      2,326          31
                                                   --------
                                                     57,194
TECHNOLOGY--14.4%
  Alco Standard Corporation.........     62,000       2,806
  (b)Atmel Corporation..............    110,800       3,338
  (b)Cisco Systems..................    190,000      10,759
  Computer Associates
    International...................     72,600       5,173
  (b)Computer Sciences Corp. .......     56,000       4,186
  (b)Electronic Arts................     70,000       1,873
  Electronic Data Systems...........    115,100       6,187
  L.M. Ericsson Telephone Co.,
    "B".............................      8,045         173
  First Data Corporation............     49,174       3,915
  Harris Corp. .....................     60,000       3,660
  Hewlett-Packard, Co. .............     57,000       5,679
  Intel Corp. ......................     94,000       6,903
  Linear Technology Corp. ..........    107,400       3,222
 
<CAPTION>
                                      Number of
                                      Shares or
                                      Principal
                                        Amount      Value
                                      ----------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
  Matsushita Electric Industrial
    Co., Ltd. ......................     10,000    $    186
  (b)Microsoft Corp. ...............     36,000       4,325
  Murata Manufacturing..............      5,000         189
  (b)Parametric Technology Corp. ...     56,500       2,451
  (b)Seagate Technology.............     86,000       3,870
  (b)Solectron Corp. ...............     77,000       2,916
  (b)Sun Microsystems...............     85,000       5,004
  Texas Instruments.................     52,000       2,593
  (b)3Com Corporation...............    185,000       8,464
  United Technologies...............     20,000       2,300
  Xerox Corporation.................    141,000       7,543
                                                   --------
                                                     97,715
TRANSPORTATION--.7%
  Canadian National Railway
    Company.........................      8,767         161
  Conrail...........................     35,000       2,323
  Nippon Express....................     17,000         166
  Union Pacific Corp. ..............     30,000       2,096
                                                   --------
                                                      4,746
UTILITIES--2.9%
  AT&T..............................    142,900       8,860
  (b)AirTouch Communications........    130,000       3,673
  Iberdola, S.A. ...................     17,400         178
  SBC Communications Inc. ..........     80,000       3,940
  (b)WorldCom.......................     58,600       3,245
                                                   --------
                                                     19,896
                                                   --------
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--64.8%
  (Cost: $363,671)..................                438,958

CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS
BASIC INDUSTRIES--1.4%
  Boise Cascade Corp.
    9.85%, 2002.....................  $   1,000       1,118
    9.45%, 2009.....................      1,000       1,112
  Crown Paper, 11.00%, 2005.........      1,200       1,143
  Owens-Illinois, Inc., 11.00%,
    2003............................      3,990       4,289
  Smurfit Capital Funding, 6.75%,
    2005............................      2,000       1,904
                                                   --------
                                                      9,566
CAPITAL GOODS--.5%
  G-I Holdings, zero coupon, 1998...        360         291
  Lockheed Corp., 7.45%, 2004.......      2,000       2,029
  Nortek, Inc., 9.875%, 2004........         90          85
  Northrop Grumman, 7.00%, 2006.....        750         722
                                                   --------
                                                      3,127
</TABLE>
 
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TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                      Principal
                                        Amount      Value
                                      ----------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
CONSUMER CYCLICALS--7.0%
  American Radio System Corporation,
    9.00%, 2006.....................  $   1,260    $  1,178
  Bally's Park Place Funding,
    9.25%, 2004.....................      1,800       1,915
  CF Cable TV, Inc., 11.625%,
    2005............................        510         561
  Cablevision Systems Corporation,
    9.25%, 2005.....................      1,800       1,674
  Century Communications
    Corporation, 9.50%, 2005........      1,500       1,451
  Cinemark USA, Inc., 12.00%,
    2002............................        570         618
  Comcast Corporation, 10.625%,
    2012............................      1,500       1,567
  (a)Comcast UK Cable Partners
    Limited, 11.20%, 2007...........      2,880       1,670
  Continental Cablevision, Inc.,
    9.50%, 2013.....................      2,000       2,162
  Empress River Casino, 10.75%,
    2002............................      2,000       2,100
  Federated Department Stores,
    10.00%, 2001....................      2,000       2,148
  Granite Broadcasting Corp.,
    9.375%, 2005....................      1,240       1,139
  ITT Corporation, 6.75%, 2005......      2,000       1,892
  K-III Communication Corporation,
    8.50%, 2006.....................        750         697
  MobileMedia Communications,
    9.375%, 2007....................      2,000       1,780
  News American Holdings,
    9.25%, 2013.....................      2,000       2,177
  P&C Food Markets, Inc.,
    11.50%, 2001....................        120         113
  Pathmark Stores, Inc., 11.625%,
    2002............................      1,390       1,387
  Penn Traffic Company
    10.25%, 2002....................         30          27
    10.65%, 2004....................        400         361
    10.375%, 2004...................        930         830
  Rogers Cablesystems Limited,
    10.00%, 2005....................      1,050       1,047
  Rogers Cantel, 11.125%, 2002......      1,790       1,902
  Sears Roebuck Acceptance Corp.,
    6.75%, 2005.....................      2,000       1,929
  Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc.
    10.00%, 2003....................        810         786
    10.00%, 2005....................        900         867
  TCI Communications, 8.65%, 2004...      1,000       1,020
  (a)TeleWest Communications PLC,
    11.00%, 2007....................      4,020       2,382
  360 Communications, 7.125%,
    2003............................      2,000       1,917
 
<CAPTION>
                                      Principal
                                        Amount      Value
                                      ----------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
  Time Warner Entertainment Company,
    L.P., 8.875%, 2012..............  $   1,000    $  1,064
  Time Warner Inc., 9.125%, 2013....      1,000       1,043
  Trump Atlantic City, 11.25%,
    2006............................      1,800       1,805
  Univision TV, 11.75%, 2001........      1,500       1,575
  Viacom International, Inc.,
    8.00%, 2006.....................      2,400       2,217
  (a)Videotron Holdings, 11.125%,
     2004...........................        625         456
                                                   --------
                                                     47,457
CONSUMER DURABLES--.3%
  WestPoint Stevens, 9.375%, 2005...      1,900       1,843

CONSUMER STAPLES--.5%
  Philip Morris Companies
    8.25%, 2003.....................      1,000       1,057
    7.25%, 2003.....................      1,000         999
  RJR Nabisco Inc., 8.00%, 2000.....      1,000       1,031
                                                   --------
                                                      3,087
ENERGY--1.6%
  BHP Finance USA, 7.875%, 2002.....      2,000       2,087
  Gulf Canada Resources Limited,
    9.25%, 2004.....................      1,500       1,464
  Parker & Parsley Petroleum,
    8.25%, 2007.....................      2,000       2,080
  Petronas Dagangan Bhd
    7.125%, 2005....................      1,000         990
    7.750%, 2015....................      1,000       1,003
  Repsol International Finance,
    7.00%, 2005.....................      1,000         986
  USX Corporation, 9.375%, 2012.....      2,000       2,210
                                                   --------
                                                     10,820
FINANCE--4.1%
  ABN AMRO Bank, 8.25%, 2009........      2,000       2,064
  Abbey National First Capital,
    8.20%, 2004.....................      2,000       2,116
  Associates Corp, N.A., 8.25%,
    1999............................      2,000       2,090
  Banco Central Hispano Americano,
    7.50%, 2005.....................      1,000         994
  Bangkok Bank Ltd., 7.25%, 2005....      2,000       1,927
  Capital One Bank, 8.125%, 2000....      2,000       2,057
  Citicorp, 7.625%, 2005............      1,000       1,015
  Commercial Credit, 7.375%, 2005...      1,250       1,253
  ERAC USA Finance, 6.95%, 2006.....      2,000       1,885
  Equitable Life, 6.95%, 2005.......      2,000       1,917
  First USA Bank, 8.10%, 1997.......      2,000       2,022
</TABLE>
 
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TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                      Principal
                                        Amount      Value
                                      ----------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
  GMAC Medium Term Note,
    8.50%, 2000.....................  $   2,000    $  2,119
  Lehman Brothers Holdings,
    7.250%, 2003....................      2,000       1,976
  Malayan Banking Berhad,
    7.125%, 2005....................      1,000         977
  Merita Bank Ltd., 6.50%, 2006.....      1,000         928
  Merrill Lynch & Co., 7.375%,
    2006............................        750         750
  Societe Generale, 7.40%, 2006.....      2,000       1,999
                                                   --------
                                                     28,089
HEALTH CARE--.8%
  Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corp.,
    6.91%, 2005.....................      2,000       1,951
  Ornda HealthCorp.
    12.25%, 2002....................      1,440       1,555
    11.375%, 2004...................        410         452
  Tenet Healthcare Corporation
    9.625%, 2002....................        130         138
    10.125%, 2005...................      1,370       1,449
                                                   --------
                                                      5,545
TRANSPORTATION--.8%
  Delta Airlines
    9.875%, 2008....................        749         835
    9.75%, 2021.....................      2,250       2,577
  United Airlines, 9.56%, 2018......      2,000       2,199
                                                   --------
                                                      5,611
UTILITIES--1.7%
  Ameritech Capital Funding,
    7.50%, 2005.....................      2,000       2,047
 
<CAPTION>
                                      Principal
                                        Amount      Value
                                      ----------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
  (a)International CableTel Inc.,
    11.50%, 2006....................  $   2,600    $  1,462
  (a)MFS Communications Company,
    Inc., 8.875%, 2006..............      3,525       2,141
  (a)PanAmSat, L.P., 11.375%,
    2003............................      1,800       1,557
  Southwestern Bell Telephone,
    6.625%, 2005....................      1,000         969
  Tenaga Nasional Berhad,
    7.875%, 2004....................      1,750       1,810
  USA Mobile Communication, Inc. II,
    9.50%, 2004.....................      1,750       1,612
                                                   --------
                                                     11,598
                                                   --------
TOTAL CORPORATE
OBLIGATIONS--18.7%
  (Cost: $128,340)..................                126,743

MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--1.2%
Yield--5.45% to 5.50%
Due--July 1996
  (Cost: $7,992)....................      8,000       7,992
                                                   --------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--99.1%
  (Cost: $597,889)..................                671,577

CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS
LIABILITIES--.9%....................                  6,065
                                                   --------
NET ASSETS--100%....................               $677,642
                                                   ========
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO TOTAL RETURN PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Deferred interest obligation; currently zero coupon under the terms of the
initial offering.
 
(b) Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $597,889,000 for federal income tax purposes
at June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $84,161,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $10,473,000 and the net unrealized appreciation on
investments was $73,688,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                        Principal
                                         Amount       Value
                                        ---------    --------
<S>                                     <C>          <C>
U.S. TREASURY NOTES--.4%
  8.875%, 1997
    (Cost: $1,043).....................  $ 1,000     $  1,038

CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS
AEROSPACE--1.5%
  Fairchild Corporation, 12.00%,
    2001...............................    2,390        2,384
  Howmet Inc., 10.00%, 2003............      270          285
  K & F Industries, Inc., 11.875%,
    2003...............................      470          503
  Sequa Corporation, 8.75%, 2001.......      730          708
                                                     --------
                                                        3,880
BROADCASTING, CABLESYSTEMS AND
PUBLISHING--20.7%
  Adelphia Communication Corporation,
    12.50%, 2002.......................    1,380        1,401
  Affinity Group, Inc., 11.50%, 2003...    1,460        1,480
  American Radio Systems, 9.00%,
    2006...............................    1,520        1,421
  (b)American Telecasting
    14.50%, 2004.......................      970          667
    14.50%, 2005.......................      590          348
  (b)Bell Cablemedia PLC, 11.95%,
    2004...............................    3,370        2,376
  Big Flower Press, Inc., 10.75%,
    2003...............................    1,147        1,118
  CAI Wireless Systems, 12.25%, 2002...    1,000        1,050
  CF Cable TV, Inc., 11.625%, 2005.....    1,180        1,295
  (b)CS Wireless, 11.375%, 2006........    2,520        1,307
  Cablevision Industries Corporation,
    9.25%, 2008........................    1,000        1,015
  Cablevision Systems Corporation
    9.25%, 2005........................      420          391
    9.875%, 2013.......................      965          895
    10.50%, 2016.......................    1,250        1,212
    9.875%, 2023.......................      550          498
  Century Communications Corporation
    11.875%, 2003......................      960        1,020
    9.50%, 2005........................    2,200        2,128
  (b)Charter Communications, 14.00%,
    2007...............................    1,870        1,038
  Comcast Corporation
    9.125%, 2006.......................    1,740        1,657
    9.50%, 2008........................      630          608
    10.625%, 2012......................      570          596
  (b)Comcast UK Cable Partners Limited,
    11.20%, 2007.......................    4,630        2,685
  Continental Cablevision, Inc., 9.50%,
    2013...............................    2,200        2,379
  EZ Communications, 9.75%, 2005.......    1,420        1,349
  (b)Echostar Communications, 12.875%,
    2004...............................    2,645        1,937
 
<CAPTION>
                                        Principal
                                         Amount       Value
                                        ---------    --------
<S>                                     <C>          <C>
  Granite Broadcasting Corp.
    10.375%, 2005......................  $ 1,220     $  1,188
    9.375%, 2005.......................      640          588
  (b)International Cabletel
    Incorporated
    12.75%, 2005.......................    3,750        2,414
    11.50%, 2006.......................      450          253
  Katz Corporation, 12.75%, 2002.......      960        1,069
  Multicanal Port, 12.625%, 2004.......      820          845
  Neodata Services, 12.00%, 2003.......    1,610        1,606
  Newsquest Capital PLC, 11.00%,
    2006...............................    1,020        1,020
  (b)People's Choice TV Unit, 13.125%,
    2004...............................    2,050        1,187
  Rogers Cablesystems Limited
    9.625%, 2002.......................      720          715
    10.00%, 2005.......................      620          618
    10.00%, 2007.......................      290          284
  Sinclair Broadcasting Group, Inc.,
    10.00%, 2003.......................    1,620        1,569
  Sullivan Broadcasting
    10.25%, 2005.......................      410          395
    13.25%, 2006.......................      810          798
  Telewest Communications PLC
    9.625%, 2006.......................    1,080        1,053
  (b)  11.00%, 2007....................    1,465          868
  (b)UIH Australia Pacific, Inc.,
    14.00%, 2006.......................    2,590        1,366
  Univision TV, 11.75%, 2001...........      370          389
  (b)Videotron Holdings PLC
    11.125%, 2004......................      745          544
    11.00%, 2005.......................    1,020          650
  Young Broadcasting Inc.
    11.75%, 2004.......................      440          464
    9.00%, 2006........................      990          881
                                                     --------
                                                       52,635
BUSINESS SERVICES--1.8%
  Allied Waste Industry, 12.00%,
    2004...............................      550          599
  Corporate Express, Inc., 9.125%,
    2004...............................    1,300        1,287
  Monarch Marking Systems, 12.50%,
    2003...............................    1,270        1,343
  Outdoor Systems, Inc., 10.75%,
    2003...............................    1,250        1,300
                                                     --------
                                                        4,529
CHEMICALS AND AGRICULTURE--5.1%
  Agriculture, Mining and Chemicals,
    Inc., 10.75%, 2003.................      940          996
  Arcadian Partners, L.P., 10.75%,
    2005...............................    1,370        1,480
  Atlantis Group, Inc., 11.00%, 2003...    1,735        1,640
  G-I Holdings Inc., zero coupon,
    1998...............................    3,240        2,616
  Hines Horticulture, 11.75%, 2005.....      350          364
</TABLE>
 
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HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                        Principal
                                         Amount       Value
                                        ---------    --------
<S>                                     <C>          <C>
  Pioneer Americas Acquisition
    Corporation, 13.375%, 2005.........  $   840     $    882
  Polymer Group Inc., 12.25%, 2002.....      827          889
  Rexene Corporation, 11.75%, 2004.....    1,910        1,986
  Terra Industries, 10.50%, 2005.......      840          874
  UCC Investors Holdings, Inc.
    10.50%, 2002.......................      840          886
    11.00%, 2003.......................      300          316
                                                     --------
                                                       12,929
COMMUNICATIONS--8.6%
  (b)Call-Net Enterprises Inc., 13.25%,
    2004...............................    1,000          742
  (b)Cellular, Inc., 11.75%, 2003......      625          500
  (b)Commcell, 13.125%, with warrants,
    2003...............................    2,200        1,419
  CommNet Cellular, 11.25%, 2005.......      500          533
  (b)Intelcom Group, Inc., 13.50%, with
    warrants, 2005.....................    1,470          933
  Intermedia Communications of Florida,
    Inc., 13.50%, with warrants,
    2005...............................    1,140        1,328
  (b)Millicom International Cellular
    S.A., 13.50%, 2006.................    2,050        1,084
  Mobilemedia Communications, 9.375%,
    2007...............................    1,170        1,041
  Nextlink Communications, 12.50%,
    2006...............................    1,260        1,260
  Paging Network, Inc.
    11.75%, 2002.......................    2,070        2,225
    10.125%, 2007......................    1,140        1,129
  (b)PanAmSat, L.P., 11.375%, 2003.....    2,815        2,435
  Rogers Cantel
    11.125%, 2002......................    1,820        1,934
    9.375%, 2008.......................      780          757
    9.75%, 2016........................      520          504
  (b)Shared Technologies, 12.25%,
    2006...............................      810          608
  (b)Teleport Communications, 11.125%,
    2007...............................      880          513
  USA Mobile Communicatons, Inc. II
    14.00%, 2004.......................    1,190        1,342
    9.50%, 2004........................      600          553
  Vanguard Cellular Systems, 9.375%,
    2006...............................      580          567
  Western Wireless, 10.50%, 2006.......      540          543
                                                     --------
                                                       21,950
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS--4.0%
  American Standard Inc.
    10.875%, 1999......................    2,315        2,448
  (b)  10.50%, 2005....................    1,110          968
 
<CAPTION>
                                        Principal
                                         Amount       Value
                                        ---------    --------
<S>                                     <C>          <C>
  (b)Building Materials Corporation of
    America, 11.75%, 2004..............  $ 3,285     $  2,464
  Nortek, 9.875%, 2004.................    2,170        2,043
  Triangle Pacific Corporation, 10.50%,
    2003...............................    2,185        2,251
                                                     --------
                                                       10,174
CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND SERVICES--6.2%
  AMF Group
  (b)  12.25%, 2006....................    1,000          554
    10.875%, 2006......................    1,520        1,510
  Avondale Mills, 10.25%, 2006.........    1,070        1,053
  (c)Beatrice Foods, Inc., 12.00%,
    2001...............................    2,000          755
  Cinemark USA, Inc., 12.00%, 2002.....      940        1,020
  Coinmach Corporation, 11.75%, 2005...    2,340        2,451
  (b)Dr. Pepper Bottling Holdings,
    Inc., 11.625%, 2003................    1,120          924
  Foodbrands America, 10.75%, 2006.....      510          511
  Herff Jones, Inc., 11.00%, 2005......      200          206
  Premier Parks Inc., 12.00%, 2003.....    1,220        1,305
  (b)Six Flags Theme Park, 12.25%,
    2005...............................    2,830        2,420
  Van De Kamps, Inc., 12.00%, 2005.....      550          588
  West Point Stevens, Inc., 9.375%,
    2005...............................    2,550        2,474
                                                     --------
                                                       15,771
DRUGS AND HEALTH CARE--3.5%
  Dade International Inc., 11.125%,
    2006...............................      930          965
  Magellan Health Services, 11.25%,
    2004...............................    2,570        2,776
  Ornda Healthcorporation
    12.25%, 2002.......................    2,120        2,290
    11.375%, 2004......................    2,000        2,205
  Tenet Healthcare, 9.625%, 2002.......      500          531
                                                     --------
                                                        8,767
ENERGY AND RELATED SERVICES--5.8%
  Benton Oil & Gas Co., 11.625%,
    2003...............................      695          719
  Chesapeake Energy Corporation,
    10.50%, 2002.......................    1,265        1,328
  Clark USA Inc., 10.875%, 2005........      490          503
  Cliffs Drilling Co., 10.25%, 2003....      850          841
  Coda Energy, 10.50%, 2006............    1,070        1,067
  Empire Gas Corporation, 7.00%, with
    warrants, 2004.....................      900          773
  Ferrellgas Partners, L.P., 9.375%,
    2006...............................    1,000          970
</TABLE>
 
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HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                        Principal
                                         Amount       Value
                                        ---------    --------
<S>                                     <C>          <C>
  Gulf Canada Resources Limited
    9.25%, 2004........................  $ 1,690     $  1,650
    9.625%, 2005.......................      930          922
  MESA Inc.
  (b)  11.625%, 2006...................      830          490
    10.625%, 2006......................      860          877
  Nuevo Energy Co., 9.50%, 2006........      510          501
  Plains Resources, 10.25%, 2006.......      950          950
  Santa Fe Energy Resources, 11.00%,
    2004...............................    1,040        1,113
  United Meridian Corp., 10.375%,
    2005...............................      730          756
  Vintage Petroleum, 9.00%, 2005.......    1,360        1,289
                                                     --------
                                                       14,749
FINANCIAL SERVICES, HOME BUILDING AND
  REAL ESTATE--2.4%
  Continental Homes Holding, 10.00%,
    2006...............................    1,556        1,490
  Forecast Group L.P., 11.375%, 2000...      740          518
  Fortress Group, 13.75%, 2003.........      660          682
  Hovnanian Kent, 11.25%, 2002.........    1,188        1,102
  J.M. Peters Company, 12.75%, 2002....      740          688
  Presley Companies, 12.50%, 2001......    1,575        1,504
                                                     --------
                                                        5,984
HOTELS AND GAMING--4.8%
  Bally's Park Place Funding, Inc.,
    9.25%, 2004........................    1,490        1,585
  Empress River Casino, 10.75%, 2002...    1,670        1,754
  Harvey's Casino Resorts, 10.625%,
    2006...............................      460          467
  MGM Grand Hotel Finance Corporation,
    12.00%, 2002.......................    2,475        2,716
  Majestic Star Casino, 12.75%, 2003...      200          216
  Players International, 10.875%,
    2005...............................    1,380        1,408
  Station Casinos Inc., 10.125%,
    2006...............................    1,440        1,411
  Trump Atlantic City, 11.25%, 2006....    2,550        2,556
                                                     --------
                                                       12,113
MANUFACTURING, METALS AND MINING--11.1%
  Aftermarket Technology, 12.00%,
    2004...............................      780          847
  Alvey Systems, 11.375%, 2003.........      650          663
  Bar Technologies, 13.50%, 2001.......      750          769
  Bluebird Body Company, 11.75%,
    2002...............................    1,540        1,586
  Collins & Aikman Corporation, 11.50%,
    2006...............................      660          672
  Crain Industries, Inc., 13.50%,
    2005...............................      750          799
  Day International Group, 11.125%,
    2005...............................    1,440        1,472
  Essex Group, Incorporated, 10.00%,
    2003...............................    1,290        1,258
 
<CAPTION>
                                        Principal
                                         Amount       Value
                                        ---------    --------
<S>                                     <C>          <C>
  Fairfield Manufacturing Company,
    11.375%, 2001......................  $   580     $    593
  Foamex L.P.
    11.25%, 2002.......................    1,470        1,518
    11.875%, 2004......................      500          513
  (b)Foamex - JPS Automotive L.P.,
    14.00%, 2004 with warrants, 1999...      940          663
  Great Dane Holdings Inc., 12.75%,
    2001...............................      835          810
  GS Technologies
    12.00%, 2004.......................      650          665
    12.25%, 2005.......................      890          914
  Gulf States Steel, 13.50%, with
    warrants, 2003.....................    1,150        1,034
  IMO Industries, 11.75%, 2006.........      630          645
  JPS Automotive Products Corporation,
    11.125%, 2001......................    1,670        1,716
  Jordan Industries, 10.375%, 2003.....    1,560        1,482
  Knoll Inc., 10.875%, 2006............      870          887
  NS Group, Inc., 13.50%, 2003.........    1,055        1,029
  Newflo Corporation, 13.25%, 2002.....    1,050        1,126
  Penda Industries, Inc., 10.75%,
    2004...............................      950          881
  Renco Metals, 11.50%, 2003...........      620          629
  Terex Corporation Unit, 13.75%,
    2002...............................    1,000        1,045
  Thermadyne Industries, Inc.
    10.25%, 2002.......................    1,320        1,333
    10.75%, 2003.......................    1,476        1,487
  UNC, Inc., 11.00%, 2006..............      500          505
  Weirton Steel Corp., 11.375%, 2004...      520          513
                                                     --------
                                                       28,054
PAPER, FOREST PRODUCTS AND
CONTAINERS--7.6%
  BPC Holding Corp., 12.50%, 2006......      720          727
  Berry Plastics Corporation, 12.25%,
    with warrants, 2004................      480          532
  Container Corporation of America,
    11.25%, 2004.......................    1,815        1,865
  Crown Paper, 11.00%, 2005............    1,630        1,553
  Florida Coast Paper Company, 12.75%,
    2003...............................      500          520
  Four M Corporation, 12.00%, 2006.....      500          511
  Gaylord Container Corporation,
    12.75%, 2005.......................    2,390        2,518
  Maxxam Group, Inc.
  (b)  12.25%, 2003....................      440          334
    11.25%, 2003.......................    1,653        1,645
  National Fiberstock, 11.625%, 2002...      520          524
</TABLE>
 
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HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                        Principal
                                         Amount       Value
                                        ---------    --------
<S>                                     <C>          <C>
  Owens-Illinois
    11.00%, 2003.......................  $   670     $    720
    9.95%, 2004........................    1,125        1,128
    9.75%, 2004........................    2,230        2,230
  Repap New Brunswick, Inc., 10.625%,
    2005...............................    1,430        1,351
  Riverwood International Corp.
    10.25%, 2006.......................      510          507
    10.875%, 2008......................    1,840        1,812
  Sweetheart Cup Company, Inc., 10.50%,
    2003...............................      900          891
                                                     --------
                                                       19,368
RETAILING--4.6%
  Brunos, 10.50%, 2005.................    1,050        1,042
  (c)Color Tile, Inc., 10.75%, 2001....    1,470           73
  Dominick's, 10.875%, 2005............    1,000        1,058
  Finlay Fine Jewelry Corporation,
    10.625%, 2003......................    1,520        1,512
  Guitar Center, 11.00%, 2006..........      420          426
  Michaels Stores, 10.875%, 2006.......      520          530
  Pamida Holdings, 11.75%, 2003........    2,410        2,085
  Pathmark Stores, Inc.
    12.625%, 2002......................    1,000        1,017
    11.625%, 2002......................    1,535        1,531
  Penn Traffic Company
    10.25%, 2002.......................      250          227
    10.65%, 2004.......................      760          686
    10.375%, 2004......................    1,080          964
    11.50%, 2006.......................      500          467
                                                     --------
                                                       11,618
TECHNOLOGY--.7%
  Communication and Power Industry,
    Inc., 12.00%, 2005.................      585          622
  Computervision Corporation,
    11.375%, 1999......................    1,080        1,115
                                                     --------
                                                        1,737
TRANSPORTATION--.7%
  (c)Burlington Motor Holdings, Inc.,
    11.50%, 2003.......................    1,350           27
  GPA Group PLC, 10.875%, 2019.........    1,190        1,241
  (b)Transtar Holdings, L.P., 13.375%,
    2003...............................      631          467
                                                     --------
                                                        1,735
                                                     --------
 
<CAPTION>
                                        Number of
                                        Shares or
                                        Principal
                                         Amount       Value
                                        ---------    --------
<S>                                     <C>          <C>
TOTAL CORPORATE
OBLIGATIONS--89.1%
  (Cost: $226,668).....................              $225,993

COMMON AND PREFERRED STOCKS
  BCP/Essex Holdings, PIK, preferred...   26,648shs.      698
  (a)Benedek Unit, PIK, preferred......      500          500
  Computervision Corporation...........  130,160        1,304
  (c)Echostar Communications...........   14,987          425
  Gaylord Container Corporation,
    warrants expiring 1996.............  122,950          961
  (c)Grand Union Company...............   62,520          408
  Great Bay Power......................    2,662           20
  (c)Sullivan Broadcasting.............   12,960          130
  (c)Thrifty Payless Inc...............   31,540          138
  (c)Walter Industries, Inc............    7,468          104
  (a)(c)Waxman Industries, Inc.,
    warrants expiring 2004.............   52,274          157
                                                     --------
TOTAL COMMON AND PREFERRED STOCKS--1.9%
  (Cost: $5,342).......................                 4,845

MONEY MARKET
INSTRUMENTS
  Yield--5.45%-5.55%
  Due--July 1996
  Dynamic Funding Corporation..........  $ 5,000        4,991
  Enserch Corporation..................    6,000        5,991
  Finova Capital Corporation...........    2,000        1,994
  Union Pacific Corporation............    7,000        6,998
                                                     --------
TOTAL MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--7.9%
  (Cost: $19,974)......................                19,974
                                                     --------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--99.3%
  (Cost: $253,027).....................               251,850
CASH AND OTHER ASSETS,
LESS LIABILITIES--.7%..................                 1,730
                                                     --------
NET ASSETS--100%.......................              $253,580
                                                     ========
</TABLE>
 
See accompanying notes to High Yield Portfolio of Investments.
 
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<PAGE>   138
 
NOTES TO HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) The following securities may require registration under the Securities Act
    of 1933 or an exemption therefrom in order to effect sale in the ordinary
    course of business; they were valued at cost on the dates of acquisition.
    These securities are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the
    Board of Trustees of the Fund. At June 30, 1996, the value of the
    Portfolio's restricted securities was $657,000, which represented .26% of
    net assets.
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                         Date of             Number             Unit
    Security Description                                               Acquisition          of Shares           Cost
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    <S>                                                                 <C>                 <C>                <C>      
    Benedek Unit, PIK, preferred                                        May 1996                500            $1,000
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Waxman Industries, Inc., warrants expiring 2004                     June 1994            52,274              2.00
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
</TABLE>
 
(b) Deferred interest obligation; currently zero coupon under terms of the
    initial offering.
 
(c) Non-income producing security. In the case of a bond, generally denotes that
    issuer has defaulted on the payment of interest or has filed for bankruptcy.
 
"PIK" denotes that interest or dividends are paid in kind.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $253,027,000 for federal income tax purposes
at June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $8,198,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $9,375,000 and the net unrealized depreciation on
investments was $1,177,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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 GROWTH PORTFOLIO
 PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
 (DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         Number of
                                          Shares      Value
                                         ---------   --------
<S>                                      <C>         <C>
 COMMON STOCKS
 BASIC INDUSTRIES--3.0%
(a)FMC Corp. .........................  100,000   $  6,525
   Monsanto Co. ......................  100,000      3,250
   Praxair, Inc. .....................   61,000      2,577
   Sumitomo Metal Industries..........  161,000        493
   Toray Industries...................   76,000        524
                                                  --------
                                                    13,369
 CAPITAL GOODS--5.2%
   Boeing Co. ........................   65,200      5,681
   Fluor Corp. .......................   76,900      5,027
   B.F. Goodrich Co. .................  125,000      4,672
   Honda Motor Co., Ltd. .............   19,000        492
   Kyocera Corp. .....................    4,500        318
   Mitsubishi Heavy Industries........   61,000        530
   Technip S.A. ......................    2,317        213
   York International Corp. ..........  128,400      6,645
                                                  --------
                                                    23,578
 CONSUMER CYCLICALS--18.0%
   Burton Group PLC...................  249,970        604
   Carnival Corp. ....................  204,000      5,890
(a)Cox Communications Inc. ...........  470,000     10,164
   Walt Disney Company................   64,100      4,030
(a)Federated Department Stores........  268,900      9,176
   Home Depot.........................   91,500      4,941
(a)Liberty Media Group, "A"...........  206,100      5,462
   Lowes Companies Inc. ..............  125,000      4,516
   Manpower, Inc. ....................   80,000      3,140
   Marriott International.............  150,000      8,063
(a)Mirage Resorts, Inc. ..............   20,000      1,080
   Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton........    2,317        550
(a)Office Depot.......................  118,950      2,424
   Paging Network, Inc. ..............  260,000      6,240
   Tele-Communications, Inc. .........  463,000      8,392
(a)Viking Office Products.............   30,800        966
   Wal-Mart Stores....................  219,100      5,560
                                                  --------
                                                    81,198
 
<CAPTION>
                                      Number of
                                       Shares      Value
                                      ---------   --------
<S>                                   <C>         <C>
 CONSUMER DURABLES--1.9%
   Armstrong World Industries.........   92,800   $  5,348
   Shaw Industries....................  255,000      3,347
                                                  --------
                                                     8,695
 CONSUMER STAPLES--6.6%
   Duracell International.............   80,000      3,450
   Heineken N.V. .....................    2,692        601
   Kimberly-Clark Corp. ..............   56,400      4,357
   Philip Morris Companies............   77,900      8,102
   Procter & Gamble Co. ..............   44,200      4,006
   Reed International PLC.............   31,114        521
   Warnaco Group......................  151,200      3,893
   Wendy's International..............  250,000      4,656
                                                  --------
                                                    29,586
 FINANCE--14.3%
   Allstate Corp. ....................  100,000      4,562
   American International Group,
     Inc. ............................   45,000      4,438
   Bank of Ireland....................   72,091        492
   CITIC Pacific Ltd. ................   90,000        364
   Cheung Kong Holdings Ltd...........   51,000        367
   Dean Witter Discover...............   73,300      4,196
   Development Bank of Singapore......   35,000        436
   Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. ..   60,000      5,130
   Federal National Mortgage
     Association......................  220,000      7,370
   General Re Corp. ..................   28,000      4,263
   ITT Hartford Group.................   45,000      2,396
   Internationale Nederlanden Groep...   19,202        572
   Krung Thai Bank Public Co. Ltd. ...   95,000        445
   MBIA Inc. .........................  133,700     10,412
   MGIC Investment Corp. .............  136,000      7,633
   NationsBank........................   45,800      3,784
   Swire Pacific Ltd. "A".............   44,000        377
   Travelers Group....................  162,500      7,414
                                                  --------
                                                    64,651
</TABLE>
 
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 GROWTH PORTFOLIO
 PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996 -- (CONTINUED)
 (DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                       Number of
                                        Shares      Value
                                       ---------   --------
<S>                                   <C>         <C>
 HEALTH CARE--23.6%
   Astra AB...........................   11,731   $    518
   Baxter International...............   90,000      4,252
(a)Biogen.............................  100,000      5,488
(a)Boston Scientific Corp.............  100,000      4,500
   Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corp.......   97,000      5,177
   Glaxo Wellcome, ADR................  195,000      5,216
   Guidant Corporation................  120,745      5,947
(a)IDEXX Laboratories.................   72,300      2,838
   Johnson & Johnson..................  191,000      9,455
   Eli Lilly & Co.....................   95,000      6,175
   Medtronic, Inc.....................  169,000      9,464
   Omnicare...........................  148,600      3,938
   Pall Corp..........................  250,000      6,031
   Perkin-Elmer Corp..................  120,000      5,790
   Pfizer Inc.........................   30,000      2,141
   Roche Holding AG...................      134        513
   Sandoz, Ltd........................  165,000      9,384
(a)R.P. Scherer Corp..................   80,100      3,635
   SmithKline Beecham PLC.............  135,000      7,341
   United Healthcare Corp.............  175,000      8,836
                                                  --------
                                                   106,639
 TECHNOLOGY--16.2%
   Alco Standard Corporation..........  140,000      6,335
(a)BMC Software.......................   28,000      1,673
(a)Cisco Systems......................  122,200      6,920
(a)Compaq Computer Corp...............   95,000      4,679
(a)Computer Sciences Corp.............  120,000      8,970
   DSC Communications Corp............   59,300      1,786
   Electronic Data Systems............   40,000      2,150
   LM Ericsson Telephone Co., "B".....   16,329        352
   First Data Corporation.............   20,572      1,638
   Hewlett-Packard, Co................   69,500      6,924
   Intel Corp.........................   52,800      3,877
   Linear Technology Corp.............   92,500      2,775
   Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,
     Ltd..............................   30,000        558
(a)Microchip Technology...............   40,000        990
(a)Microsoft Corp.....................   38,500      4,625
   Murata Manufacturing...............   15,000   $    567
<CAPTION>
                                      Number of
                                      Shares or
                                      Principal
                                       Amount      Value
                                      ---------   --------
<S>                                   <C>         <C>
(a)Parametric Technology Corp.........   21,600        937
(a)Solectron Corp.....................   75,000      2,841
(a)Sun Microsystems...................   45,000      2,649
(a)3Com Corporation...................  123,000      5,627
   Xerox Corporation..................  117,000      6,260
                                                  --------
                                                    73,133
 TRANSPORTATION--.2%
   Canadian National Railway Company..   28,372        521
   Nippon Express.....................   52,000        507
                                                  --------
                                                     1,028
 UTILITIES--2.1%
(a)AirTouch Communications............  224,000      6,328
   Iberdrola, S.A.....................   45,000        462
(a)WorldCom, Inc......................   45,000      2,492
                                                  --------
                                                     9,282
                                                  --------
 TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--91.1%
   (Cost: $352,666)...................             411,159
 MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS
   Yield--5.49% to 5.57%
   Due--July 1996
   Conagra, Inc........................ $14,000     13,963
   Houston Industries, Inc.............  10,000      9,986
   Other...............................  14,000     13,983
                                                  --------
 TOTAL MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--8.4%
   (Cost: $37,932).....................             37,932
                                                  --------
 TOTAL INVESTMENTS--99.5%
   (Cost: $390,598)....................            449,091
 CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS
 LIABILITIES--.5%......................              2,416
                                                  --------
 NET ASSETS--100%......................           $451,507
                                                  ========
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO GROWTH PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $390,598,000 for federal income tax purposes
at June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $63,729,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $5,236,000 and the net unrealized appreciation on
investments was $58,493,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       43
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GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                         Principal
                                                                             Coupon Rate    Maturity      Amount       Value
                                                                             -----------    ---------    ---------    -------
<S>                                                                          <C>            <C>          <C>          <C>
GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS
  FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION--11.2%
    (Cost: $9,476)
    Pass-through Certificates..............................................        7.00%    2023-2024     $10,129     $ 9,756
  FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION--16.3%
    (Cost: $14,556)
    Pass-through Certificates..............................................        6.50     2025-2026       2,547       2,382
                                                                                   7.50     2025-2026       4,792       4,729
                                                                                   8.00     2024-2025         932         939
                                                                                   8.50       2026          6,000       6,158
                                                                                                                      -------
                                                                                                                       14,208
  GOVERNMENT NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION--52.1%
    (Cost: $44,996)
    Pass-through Certificates..............................................        7.00     2022-2024      15,394      14,773
                                                                                   7.50     2022-2026      12,512      12,336
                                                                                   8.00     2016-2026      11,603      11,712
                                                                                   8.50     2016-2024       1,455       1,497
                                                                                   9.00     2016-2026       3,273       3,417
                                                                                   9.50     2013-2022         692         739
                                                                                  10.00       2016            921       1,003
                                                                                                                      -------
                                                                                                                       45,477
  U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES--25.9%
    (Cost: $23,443)
    Notes..................................................................        8.875      1998          5,000       5,288
                                                                                   8.00       1999          7,000       7,324
                                                                                   8.75       2000          5,000       5,418
                                                                                   7.875      2004          2,000       2,152
    Bonds..................................................................        9.125      2009            484         551
                                                                                  12.75       2010          1,382       1,941
                                                                                                                      -------
                                                                                                                       22,674
  CANADIAN PROVINCIAL OBLIGATIONS--1.2%
    (Cost: $1,094)
    Province of Ontario....................................................        7.625      2004            500         516
    Province of Quebec.....................................................        8.625      2005            500         539
                                                                                                                      -------
                                                                                                                        1,055
                                                                                                                      -------
  TOTAL GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS--106.7%
    (Cost: $93,565)........................................................                                            93,170
CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS
    BHP Finance USA........................................................        7.875      2002            500         522
    Banco Central Hispano..................................................        7.50       2005            500         497
    Equitable Life.........................................................        6.95       2005            500         479
    Nabisco Inc............................................................        6.70       2002            500         487
    NationsBank Corporation................................................        9.50       2004            500         564
    Sears Roebuck Acceptance Corp..........................................        6.75       2005            500         482
    Southwestern Bell Telephone............................................        6.625      2005            500         484
                                                                                                                      -------
TOTAL CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS--4.0%
  (Cost: $3,695)...........................................................                                             3,515
                                                                                                                      -------
</TABLE>
 
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GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                                       Value
                                                                                                                      -------
<S>                                                                                                                  <C>
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--110.7%
  (Cost $97,260)..................................................................................................    $96,685
LIABILITIES, LESS CASH AND OTHER ASSETS--(10.7)%..................................................................     (9,341)
                                                                                                                      -------
NET ASSETS--100%..................................................................................................    $87,344
                                                                                                                      =======
</TABLE>
 
NOTE TO GOVERNMENT SECURITIES PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
Based on the cost of investments of $97,260,000 for federal income tax purposes
at June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $1,264,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $1,839,000 and the net unrealized depreciation on
investments was $575,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       45
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  KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 
  INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
  PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
  (DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                       Number of
                                         Shares      Value
                                       ----------   --------
<S>                                    <C>          <C>
  COMMON STOCKS
  EUROPE
  DENMARK--.5%
    Copenhagen Airports................     7,800   $    771
      AIRPORT OPERATOR
  FRANCE--5.5%
    Carrefour S.A......................     6,000      2,510
      FOOD RETAILER
    Christian Dior S.A.................     2,500        325
      LUXURY GOODS MANUFACTURER
    Elf Aquitaine......................    22,000      1,618
      OIL AND GAS PRODUCER
    Grand Optical Photoservice.........     5,000        644
      PHOTODEVELOPING AND PRESCRIPTION
        OPTICAL MANUFACTURING
    Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton........     9,000      2,134
      LUXURY GOODS MANUFACTURER
    Technip S.A........................    16,400      1,510
      ENGINEERING COMPANY
                                                    --------
                                                       8,741
  GERMANY--3.5%
    Bayer A.G..........................    46,000      1,624
      CHEMICAL COMPANY
    Mannesmann A.G.....................     4,100      1,417
      CAPITAL GOODS PRODUCER
    SGL CARBON A.G.....................     7,000        819
      CHEMICAL COMPANY
    Veba, A.G..........................    32,000      1,700
      ELECTRIC UTILITY
                                                    --------
                                                       5,560
  HUNGARY--.3%
    (a)Cofinec GDR.....................    10,220        488
      LABELS AND PACKAGING MATERIAL
        MANUFACTURER
  IRELAND--3.5%
    Bank of Ireland....................   272,176      1,857
      BANKING
    Greencore Group PLC................   256,990      1,345
      FOOD PRODUCER
    Independent Newspapers PLC.........   366,666      1,672
      PUBLISHER
    Kerry Group PLC....................    70,280        724
      FOOD PROCESSING
                                                    --------
                                                       5,598
 
<CAPTION>
                                          Number of
                                           Shares     Value
                                         ---------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
  ITALY--1.5%
    Bulgari SpA........................    55,000   $    879
      LUXURY GOODS MANUFACTURER
    Telecom Italia Mobile..............   700,000      1,564
      MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS PROVIDER
                                                    --------
                                                       2,443
  NETHERLANDS--11.2%
    Aalberts Industries N.V............    12,289      1,204
      CAPITAL GOODS AND COMPONENTS
    Aegon N.V..........................    33,646      1,549
      INSURANCE COMPANY
    GTI Holding........................     8,840        849
      ENGINEERING SERVICES
    Getronics N.V......................    57,700      1,278
      INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
 (a)Gucci Group N.V....................    10,300        667
      LUXURY GOODS MANUFACTURER
    Heineken N.V.......................     7,000      1,564
      BREWERY
    IHC Caland N.V.....................    23,800      1,170
      MARINE TECHNOLOGY HOLDING COMPANY
    Internationale Nederlanden Groep...    66,695      1,989
      BANKING AND INSURANCE
    Koninklijke Ahold N.V..............    31,915      1,729
      FOOD RETAILER
    Randstad Holding N.V...............    18,750      1,384
      BUSINESS SERVICES
    Royal Dutch Petroleum..............     9,065      1,400
      PETROLEUM PRODUCER
    Schuttersveld Holding N.V..........    32,735      1,266
      HOLDING COMPANY
    Wolters Kluwer.....................    15,000      1,704
      PUBLISHER
                                                    --------
                                                      17,753
  NORWAY--.3%
    Schibsted A/S......................    35,550        460
      PUBLISHER
  SPAIN--3.0%
    Banco Bilbao Vizcaya...............    34,600      1,401
      BANKING
    Empresa Nacional de Electricidad
      S.A..............................    20,000      1,246
      ELECTRIC UTILITY
    Iberdrola, S.A.....................   125,000      1,282
      ELECTRIC UTILITY
</TABLE>
 
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  INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
  PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
  (DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                        Number of
                                          Shares      Value
                                        ----------   --------
<S>                                    <C>          <C>
    PRYCA Centros.....................    35,000   $    874
      FOOD RETAILER
                                                   --------
                                                      4,803
  SWEDEN--4.7%
    Astra AB..........................    90,000      3,974
      PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY
    Dahl International................    13,540        195
      TECHNICAL WHOLESALER
    LM Ericsson Telephone Co. "B".....    60,000      1,293
      TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT
        MANUFACTURER
    Getinge Industrier AB.............    24,750        466
      MEDICAL SUPPLY COMPANY
    Hoganas AB........................    24,200        846
      ENGINEERING COMPANY
    WM-data AB........................    11,320        716
      INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
                                                   --------
                                                      7,490
  SWITZERLAND--5.6%
    Ciba-Geigy Limited................     3,900      4,752
      PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY
    Rhone-Poulenc Rorer...............       200         13
      CHEMICAL AND PHARMACEUTICAL
        COMPANY
    Roche Holding AG..................     1,050      4,019
      PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY
                                                   --------
                                                      8,784
  UNITED KINGDOM--9.1%
    BBA Group PLC.....................   275,551      1,319
      AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS MANUFACTURER
    British Airways PLC...............   180,000      1,549
      AIRLINE
 (a)British Bio-Technology Group......    40,000      1,548
      PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY
    Burton Group PLC.................. 1,000,000      2,416
      RETAILER
    Dixons Group PLC..................   213,393      1,754
      ELECTRONICS RETAILER
    Glaxo Wellcome....................    20,000        269
      PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY
 (a)Millenium & Copthorne.............   175,500        900
      HOTEL OPERATOR
    Next PLC..........................   110,000        962
      RETAILER
 
<CAPTION>
                                      Number of
                                        Shares      Value
                                      ----------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
    Reed International PLC............   136,000      2,276
      PUBLISHER
 (a)Sun Life & Provincial Holdings....   398,700   $  1,369
      LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
                                                   --------
                                                     14,362
                                                   --------
  TOTAL EUROPEAN COUNTRIES--48.7%.....               77,253
  PACIFIC REGION
  HONG KONG--4.1%
    CITIC Pacific Ltd.................   210,000        849
      CONGLOMERATE
    Cheung Kong Holding Ltd...........   140,000      1,008
      REAL ESTATE
    Dao Heng Bank Ltd.................   190,000        734
      BANKING
    Guangdong Investment Ltd.......... 1,650,000      1,044
      CONGLOMERATE
    HSBC Holdings PLC.................    65,935        997
      BANKING
    Henderson Land Development Co.,
      Ltd.............................   100,000        749
      PROPERTY DEVELOPER
    Swire Pacific Ltd.................   128,000      1,095
      CONGLOMERATE
                                                   --------
                                                      6,476
  JAPAN--28.9%
    Bridgestone Corp..................   100,000      1,905
      RUBBER RELATED PRODUCTS
        MANUFACTURER
    Canon Inc.........................    88,000      1,829
      PRECISION INSTRUMENTS MANUFACTURER
    Circle K Japan....................    18,000        932
      CONVENIENCE RETAILER
 (a)Daicel Chemical Industries,
      Ltd.............................   130,000        800
      CHEMICAL COMPANY
    Daifuku Co., Ltd..................    66,000      1,011
      DIVERSIFIED MACHINERY MANUFACTURER
    Honda Motor Co., Ltd..............    40,000      1,036
      AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURER
    Ishikawajima-Harima Heavy
      Industries......................   325,000      1,585
      HEAVY MACHINERY MANUFACTURER
    Kyocera Corp......................    31,000      2,190
      ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURER
    Mabuchi Motor Co., Ltd............    36,000      2,291
      ENGINE MANUFACTURER
</TABLE>
 
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                      Number of
                                        Shares      Value
                                      ----------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
  Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,
    Ltd...............................   145,000   $  2,697
    ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURER
  Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.........   165,000      1,434
    INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER
  Miura Co., Ltd......................    43,000        729
    BOILER MAKER
  Murata Manufacturing................    42,000      1,589
    ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS
      MANUFACTURER
  NEC Corporation.....................    95,000      1,031
    ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURER
  NKK Corp............................   350,000      1,059
    STEEL MANUFACTURER
  New Japan Securities Co., Ltd.......   190,000      1,155
    SECURITIES BROKER
  Nippon Express......................   195,000      1,902
    TRANSPORTATION COMPANY
  Olympus Optical Co., Ltd............   150,000      1,504
    CAMERA AND OPTICAL EQUIPMENT
      MANUFACTURER
  Seven Eleven Japan Co., Ltd.........    16,000      1,020
    CONVENIENCE RETAILER
  Shimizu Corp........................   140,000      1,544
    CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
  Sony Music Entertainment............    29,100      1,353
    ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE COMPANY
  Sumitomo Bank Ltd...................    75,000      1,450
    BANKING
  Sumitomo Metal Industries...........   610,000      1,869
    STEEL MANUFACTURER
  Sumitomo Trust & Banking............   168,000      2,297
    BANKING
  Taisei Corp.........................   253,000      1,795
    CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
  Teijin Ltd..........................   275,000      1,492
    TEXTILE MANUFACTURER
  Tokyo Style.........................    77,000      1,341
    WOMEN'S APPAREL MANUFACTURER
  Tokyu Department Store..............   166,000      1,132
    RETAILER
  Toray Industries....................   385,000      2,654
    TEXTILE MANUFACTURER
  Tsubakimoto Chain Co................   175,000      1,192
    CHAIN AND CONVEYOR MANUFACTURER
                                                   --------
                                                     45,818
 
<CAPTION>
                                      Number of
                                        Shares      Value
                                      ----------   --------
<S>                                   <C>          <C>
MALAYSIA--3.0%
  DCB Holdings Bhd....................   375,000   $  1,285
    BANKING
  Edaran Otomobil Nasional Berhad.....    30,000        287
    AUTOMOBILE DISTRIBUTOR
  Hong Leong Industries Berhad........   160,000        776
    CONGLOMERATE
  Hume Industries Bhd.................   155,000        758
    CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL MANUFACTURER
  KFC Holdings Bhd....................    63,000        341
    RESTAURANT
  Kedah Cement Berhad.................   150,000        278
    CEMENT MANUFACTURER
  Renong Berhad.......................   520,000        829
    CONGLOMERATE
  Sungei Way Holdings Berhad..........    35,000        164
    BUILDING MATERIALS COMPANY
                                                   --------
                                                      4,718
SINGAPORE--1.2%
  Development Bank of Singapore.......    90,000      1,122
    BANKING
  Fraser & Neave Ltd..................    70,000        724
    BEER AND SOFT DRINK MANUFACTURER
                                                   --------
                                                      1,846
THAILAND--1.3%
  Advanced Info Service Ltd...........    42,000        658
    TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES
  Shinawatra Computer Co..............    45,000        967
    COMPUTER EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTOR
  Siam Cement Co. Ltd.................     6,000        294
    BUILDING MATERIALS PRODUCER
  Siam City Bank......................   200,000        217
    BANKING
                                                   --------
                                                      2,136
                                                   --------
TOTAL PACIFIC REGION--38.5%...........               60,994
COMMONWEALTH COUNTRIES
AUSTRALIA--1.4%
  Aristocrat..........................    72,000        164
    ENTERTAINMENT
  Tabcorp Holdings Ltd................   436,400      1,975
    ENTERTAINMENT AND GAMING
                                                   --------
                                                      2,139
</TABLE>
 
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   PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
   (DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         Number of
                                           Shares      Value
                                         ----------   --------
<S>                                      <C>          <C>
   CANADA--4.6%
     CAE Inc.............................   181,000   $  1,506
       FLIGHT SIMULATOR MANUFACTURER
     Canadian National Railway Company...    84,000      1,544
       RAILWAY COMPANY
     Petro-Canada........................   232,700      1,425
       OIL AND GAS COMPANY
  (a)Philip Environmental................   166,500      1,311
    WASTE COLLECTION AND RECYCLING
      COMPANY
  Shaw Communications....................   209,100      1,479
    CABLE TELEVISION COMPANY
                                                      --------
                                                         7,265
   NEW ZEALAND--1.6%
     Lion Nathan Ltd.....................   657,800      1,717
       BEER AND SOFT DRINK MANUFACTURER
     Tranz Rail Holdings Ltd.............    63,100        876
       TRANPORTATION
                                                      --------
                                                         2,593
                                                      --------
   TOTAL COMMONWEALTH COUNTRIES--7.6%....               11,997
   LATIN AMERICA
   ARGENTINA--.5%
  (a)Ciadea S.A..........................   107,000        760
     AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER
 
<CAPTION>
                                          Number of
                                          Shares or
                                          Principal
                                             Amount      Value
                                         ----------   --------
<S>                                     <C>          <C>
   BRAZIL--.5%
  (a)Iochpe-Maxion....................... 6,100,000   $    762
     AUTO PARTS AND MACHINERY                         --------
       MANUFACTURER
   TOTAL LATIN AMERICAN
   COUNTRIES--1.0%.......................                1,522
   TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--95.8%
     (Cost: $130,451)....................              151,766
   MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--4.3%
     Yield--5.50% to 5.54%
     Due-July 1996
     (Cost: $6,874)...................... $   6,900      6,874
                                                      --------
   TOTAL INVESTMENTS--100.1%
     (Cost: $137,325)....................              158,640
   LIABILITIES, LESS OTHER
   ASSETS--(.1)%.........................                 (187)
                                                      --------
   NET ASSETS--100%......................             $158,453
                                                      ========
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
 
At June 30, 1996, the International Portfolio of Investments had the following
industry diversification (dollars in thousands):
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                                                 VALUE                 %
                                                                                                --------             -----
      <S>                                                                                       <C>                  <C>
      Finance.................................................................................  $ 26,422              16.7
      Consumer Cyclicals......................................................................    20,852              13.1
      Basic Industries........................................................................    17,307              10.9
      Technology..............................................................................    17,271              10.9
      Capital Goods...........................................................................    17,011              10.7
      Consumer Staples........................................................................    16,261              10.3
      Health Care.............................................................................    15,685               9.9
      Transportation..........................................................................     6,642               4.2
      Utilities...............................................................................     5,792               3.7
      Energy..................................................................................     4,443               2.8
      Consumer Durables.......................................................................     4,080               2.6
                                                                                                --------             -----
      Total Common Stocks.....................................................................   151,766              95.8
      Other Net Assets........................................................................     6,687               4.2
                                                                                                --------             -----
      Net Assets..............................................................................  $158,453             100.0
                                                                                                ========             =====
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a)Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $137,325,000 for federal income tax purposes
at June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $22,847,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $1,532,000 and the net unrealized appreciation on
investments was $21,315,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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   PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
   (DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                          Number of
                                           Shares      Value
                                          ---------   -------
<S>                                      <C>         <C>
   COMMON STOCKS
   BASIC INDUSTRIES--6.6%
     Greenfield Industries...............   13,000    $   429
     Hollinger International.............   30,100        342
  (a)Jacobs Engineering Group............   27,000        712
     Outdoor Systems, Inc................   30,000      1,057
     Philip Environmental................   35,000        276
     Trico Marine Services, Inc..........   30,000        667
                                                      -------
                                                        3,483
   CAPITAL GOODS--5.2%
  (a)Cascade Communications..............    6,000        408
  (a)Elsag Bailey Process
     Automation..........................   25,500        682
     Federal Signal Corp.................   13,000        306
  (a)Lamson & Sessions...................   15,000        178
     Nordson Corp........................    6,000        339
     Pioneer-Standard Electronics........    8,500        113
  (a)Renters Choice......................   11,200        286
     TriMas Corp.........................   19,200        449
                                                      -------
                                                        2,761
   CONSUMER CYCLICALS--12.5%
  (a)APAC TeleServices...................   16,000        576
     Allen Group.........................   17,000        370
     Gaylord Entertainment Co............   41,000      1,158
  (a)Global DirectMail...................   15,000        593
  (a)MGM Grand...........................   10,000        399
  (a)OfficeMax, Inc......................   31,500        752
  (a)Primadonna Resorts..................   25,000        575
     SPX Corp............................   35,000        857
  (a)Safety 1st..........................    9,500         80
  (a)Tellabs Operations..................    9,500        635
  (a)Viking Office Products..............    6,800        213
     Vincam Group, Inc...................    2,000         52
  (a)Williams-Sonoma.....................   15,000        354
                                                      -------
                                                        6,614
   CONSUMER DURABLES--3.4%
  (a)Ethan Allen Interiors...............   20,300        502
     Diamond Home Services, Inc..........   25,000        419
  (a)Mohawk Industries...................   17,000        302
  (a)Triangle Pacific Corp...............   30,000        592
                                                      -------
                                                        1,815
 
<CAPTION>
                                         Number of
                                            Shares      Value
                                         ---------   -------
<S>                                    <C>         <C>
   CONSUMER STAPLES--8.2%
  (a)Kenneth Cole Productions............   20,000    $   395
  (a)Gymboree............................    8,000        244
     Intimate Brands.....................   12,500        286
  (a)Donna Karan International Inc.......    4,000        112
  (a)Opta Food Ingredients...............    2,800         28
  (a)Patterson Dental Co.................   22,300        808
  (a)Revlon, Inc.........................   29,000        845
     Richfood Holdings...................   10,500        341
  (a)Starbucks Corp......................   28,000        791
     Talbots.............................   15,000        486
                                                      -------
                                                        4,336
   ENERGY--.4%
  (a)Input/Output, Inc...................    6,600        214
   FINANCE--11.2%
  (a)Cityscape Financial.................   16,400        841
     Executive Risk......................   11,500        440
  (a)Financial Federal Corporation.......   55,000        859
  (a)Meadowbrook Insurance Group.........    5,500        169
     PMI Group...........................   20,800        884
  (a)Riscorp, Inc........................   21,800        398
  (a)Risk Capital Holdings, Inc..........   40,000        785
     Roosevelt Financial Group...........   37,500        722
     Texas Regional Bancshares...........   10,800        270
  (a)United Insurance Companies..........   11,200        255
     Western National Corporation........   18,000        331
                                                      -------
                                                        5,954
   HEALTH CARE--20.8%
  (a)ABR Information Services............   11,500        578
  (a)Access Health, Inc..................   14,950        706
  (a)CRA Managed Care, Inc...............   22,500      1,007
     Caremark International, Inc.........   13,800        348
  (a)Dura Pharmaceuticals................   11,000        616
  (a)EndoSonics Corp.....................   25,000        447
  (a)IDEXX Laboratories..................   14,000        549
  (a)IMNET Systems.......................    5,100        156
  (a)Interim Services....................   18,600        800
     Millenmum Pharmaceutical............   10,000        155
  (a)Occusystems, Inc....................   12,300        460
     Omnicare, Inc.......................   33,000        875
     Physician Computer Network..........   20,000        231
     Physician Sales & Service...........   35,200        854
  (a)Quest Medical.......................   15,000        105
     RTW, Inc............................   11,100        350
  (a)Renal Treatment Centers.............   13,200        379
  (a)Research Industries.................   12,000        265
</TABLE>
 
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS AT JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                       Number of
                                        Shares      Value
                                       ---------   -------
<S>                                    <C>         <C>
(a)Serologicals Corporation.........    10,700     $   284
(a)Steris Corp......................     8,000         256
   Stewart Enterprises..............    24,250         758
(a)Total Renal Care Holdings........    19,800         837
                                                   -------
                                                    11,016
 TECHNOLOGY--17.3%
(a)Alternative Resources 
   Corporation......................    27,000         992
(a)Ascend Communications............     4,500         253
   Atmel Corporation................    17,500         527
(a)Auspex Systems, Inc..............    18,000         270
(a)Boca Research....................    17,500         319
(a)Ciber, Inc.......................    11,400         251
(a)Dendrite International, Inc......    17,000         587
(a)Electronic Arts..................    20,000         535
(a)Gartner Group....................    10,000         366
(a)Integrated Systems...............     6,400         256
(a)InterVoice, Inc..................    18,000         358
(a)Keane, Inc.......................    19,200         708
(a)McAfee Associates, Inc...........     7,200         353
(a)Parametric Technology Corp.......    19,000         824
(a)SPSS, Inc........................    10,000         250
(a)Softkey International............    25,000         473
(a)Solectron Corp...................    21,500         814
(a)Tech Data Corporation............    21,700         472
   U.S. Robotics....................     4,000         342
(a)Wang Laboratories................    10,000         189
                                                   -------
                                                     9,139
 TRANSPORTATION--3.9%
(a)Copart, Inc......................    28,500         470
 
                                       Number of
                                       Shares or
                                       Principal
                                        Amount       Value
                                       ---------   --------
(a)Genesee & Wyoming Inc............    37,000     $   759
   Tranz Rail Holdings, Ltd.........    25,000         347
(a)Wisconsin Central
   Transportation...................    15,400         500
                                                   -------
                                                     2,076
 UTILITIES--2.2%
(a)LCI International, Inc...........    36,400       1,142
                                                   -------
 TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--91.7%
   (Cost: $39,021)..................                48,550
 MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS
   Yield--5.48% to 5.65%
   Due--July 1996
   ConAgra..........................   $ 1,000         996
   Enserch Corporation..............     1,000         999
   Houston Industries...............     1,000         999
   Union Pacific Corp...............     1,000       1,000
                                                   -------
 TOTAL MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--7.5%
   (Cost: $3,994)...................                 3,994
                                                   -------
 TOTAL INVESTMENTS--99.2%
   (Cost: $43,015)..................                52,544
 CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS
 LIABILITIES--.8%...................                   419
                                                   -------
 NET ASSETS--100%...................               $52,963
                                                   =======
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO SMALL CAP GROWTH PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $43,015,000 for federal income tax purposes
at June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $10,500,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $971,000 and the net unrealized appreciation on
investments was $9,529,000.
 




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INVESTMENT GRADE BOND PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                           Principal
                                            Amount     Value
                                           ---------   -----
<S>                                        <C>         <C>
U.S. TREASURY BILLS--22.5%
  (Cost: $100)............................   $ 100     $ 99
CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS
AEROSPACE--2.3%
  Lockheed Martin, 7.70%, 2008............      10       10
BANKING--2.3%
  Societe Generale, 7.40%, 2006...........      10       10
OIL, GAS AND PETROLEUM SERVICES--2.2%
  Parker & Parsley Petroleum,
    8.25%, 2007...........................      10       10
                                                       ----
TOTAL CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS--6.8%
  (Cost: $30).............................               30
 
<CAPTION>
                                           Principal
                                            Amount     Value
                                           ---------   -----
<S>                                        <C>         <C>
MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS
  Yield -- 5.08% to 5.31%
  Due--July and September 1996
  Federal Farm Credit Banks...............   $  50     $ 50
  Federal Home Loan Mortgage
    Corporation...........................     150      150
  Federal National Mortgage Association...      50       50
                                                       ----
TOTAL MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--56.8%
  (Cost: $249)............................              250
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--86.1%
  (Cost: $379)............................              379
                                                       ----
CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS
LIABILITIES--13.8%........................               61
                                                       ----
NET ASSETS--100%..........................             $440
                                                       ====
</TABLE>
 
NOTE TO INVESTMENT GRADE BOND PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
Based on the cost of investments of $379,000 for federal income tax purposes at
June 30, 1996, there was no appreciation or depreciation on investments.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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VALUE PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                        Number of                 
                                         Shares      Value        
                                        ---------   --------      
  <S>                                   <C>         <C>           
  COMMON STOCKS                                                   
  BANKS--19.2%                                                    
    Banc One Corporation...............    2,300    $     78      
    Bank of New York Co................      300          15      
    BankAmerica Corp...................    1,000          76      
    Bankers Trust New York Corp........      500          38      
    Barnett Banks......................    1,200          73      
    First Chicago NBD Corp.............    1,900          74      
    First Union Corp...................    1,400          85      
    NationsBank........................    1,200          99      
    PNC Bank, N.A......................    2,600          77      
                                                    --------      
                                                         615      
  BASIC INDUSTRIES--.1%                                           
    Crane Company......................      100           4      
  CAPITAL GOODS--3.0%                                             
    General Electric Co................    1,100          95      
  CONSUMER CYCLICALS--9.4%                                        
(a) Burlington Coat Factory............      900           9      
    Liz Claiborne......................      700          24      
    Dayton Hudson Corp.................      300          32      
    Dillard Department Stores..........      600          22      
(a) Fruit of The Loom..................    1,200          31      
    Philips N.V., ADR..................    1,800          59      
    TJX Companies, Inc.................    1,200          41      
(a) Toys R Us..........................      800          23      
    V.F. Corp..........................      500          30      
    Wal-Mart Stores....................    1,200          30      
                                                    --------      
                                                         301      
  CONSUMER DURABLES--.4%                                          
    Ford Motor Co......................      400          13      
  CONSUMER STAPLES--9.2%                                          
    Hanson PLC, ADR....................      400           6      
    Philip Morris Companies............    1,600         166      
    UST, Inc...........................    3,600         123      
                                                    --------      
                                                         295      
  ENERGY--9.5%                                                    
    AMOCO Corp.........................      700          51      
    Atlantic Richfield Co..............      600          71      
    Columbia Gas System................    2,800         147      
    Louisiana-Pacific Corp.............    1,600          35      
                                                    --------      
                                                         304      
                                                                  
  <CAPTION>                                                       
                                        Number of                 
                                         Shares      Value        
                                        ---------   --------      
  <S>                                   <C>         <C>           
  FINANCIAL SERVICES--21.8%                                       
    H.F. Ahmanson & Co.................      400    $     11      
    American General Corp..............      600          22      
    American International Group,                                 
      Inc..............................      400          39      
    Capital One Financial Corp.........      100           3      
    Crestar Financial Corp.............      200          11      
    Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp....    2,000         171      
    Federal National Mortgage                                     
      Association......................    6,600         221      
    Fleet Financial Group, Inc.........      600          26      
    Great Western Financial Corp.......      600          14      
    KeyCorp............................    1,600          62      
    J.P. Morgan & Company..............      500          42      
    Norwest Corp.......................      500          17      
    Signet Banking Corp................    2,400          56      
                                                    --------      
                                                         695      
  HEALTH CARE--6.7%                                               
    Baxter International...............      200           9      
    Becton Dickinson & Co..............      100           8      
    Columbia/HCA Healthcare Corp.......      100           5      
    Glaxo Wellcome, ADR................      200           5      
(a) Humana, Inc........................    2,400          43      
    Eli Lilly & Co.....................      500          33      
    Merck & Co., Inc...................      300          19      
    Pharmacia-Upjohn Inc...............      500          22      
(a) Tenet Healthcare Corporation.......    1,400          30      
    U.S. Healthcare....................      700          39      
                                                    --------      
                                                         213      
  TECHNOLOGY--8.1%                                                
(a) Compaq Computer Corp...............    1,800          89      
    Intel Corp.........................    1,500         110      
    Texas Instruments..................    1,200          60      
                                                    --------      
                                                         259      
                                                    --------      
  TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--87.4%                                      
    (Cost: $2,780).....................                2,794      
  </TABLE>                                                        
 
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VALUE PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996 -- (CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                      Principal
                                       Amount      Value
                                      ---------   --------
<S>                                   <C>         <C>
MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--20.5%
  Yield--5.25% to 5.30%
  Due--July and August 1996
  (Cost: $657)
  Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp....  $   660    $    657
                                                  --------


                                                   Value
                                                  --------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--107.9%
  (Cost: $3,437).....................             $  3,451
LIABILITIES, LESS CASH AND OTHER
  ASSETS--(7.9)%.....................                 (252)
                                                  --------
NET ASSETS--100%.....................             $  3,199
                                                  ========
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO VALUE PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $3,437,000 for federal income tax purposes
at June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $63,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $49,000 and the net unrealized appreciation on
investments was $14,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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SMALL CAP VALUE PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                            Number            
                                          of Shares    Value  
                                          ----------   ------ 
  <S>                                     <C>          <C>    
  COMMON STOCKS                                               
  AUTOS AND TRANSPORTATION--5.0%                              
    Airborne Freight Corporation........     2,700     $   70 
    Fleetwood Enterprises...............     2,900         90 
    Simpson Industries..................     3,700         34 
                                                       ------ 
                                                          194 
  BANKS AND THRIFTS--12.9%                                    
    Compass Bancshares..................     2,100         69 
    Cullen Frost Bankers................     1,400         39 
    First Commerce Corp.................     1,800         64 
    First Financial Corp................     1,600         36 
    Liberty Bancorp.....................     1,500         53 
    Long Island Bancorp.................     2,300         70 
    North Side Savings Bank.............     1,300         45 
    Roosevelt Financial Group...........     3,600         69 
    T.R. Financial Corp.................     2,000         55 
                                                       ------ 
                                                          500 
  CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY--12.8%                               
    J. Baker, Inc.......................     6,400         48 
    Bally Entertainment Corp............     4,500        124 
    Cato Corp...........................     9,700         58 
    Fedders Corporation.................     5,300         38 
    Haggar Apparel Co...................     3,100         42 
    Heilig-Meyers.......................     2,000         48 
(a) Insurance Auto Auctions.............     6,300         63 
(a) Sports & Recreation.................     8,500         77 
                                                       ------ 
                                                          498 
  ENERGY--5.1%                                                
    Giant Industries....................     4,800         70 
    KCS Energy..........................     4,500        129 
                                                       ------ 
                                                          199 
  FINANCE--10.9%                                              
    First Financial Caribbean Corp......     3,300         68 
    Guaranty National Insurance.........     2,200         40 
    Imperial Credit Industries..........     3,400        103 
    Integon Corp........................     3,000         60 
    Lawyers Title Insurance Corp........     1,900         34 
    PHH Corporation.....................     2,100        120 
                                                       ------ 
                                                          425 
  INTEGRATED OILS--1.9%                                       
(a) Tesoro Petroleum Corp...............     6,500         75 

  MATERIALS AND PROCESSING--10.4%                             
    AK Steel Holding Corp...............     1,600         63 
                                                              
  <CAPTION>                                                   
                                          Number of           
                                          Shares or           
                                          Principal           
                                            Amount     Value  
                                          ----------   ------ 
  <S>                                     <C>          <C>    
    AMCOL International.................     2,600     $   39 
    Del Webb Corp.......................     4,500         90 
(a) Mueller Industries, Inc.............     2,600        108 
    Quanex Corp.........................     1,500         35 
    Rexene Corp.........................     7,300         72 
                                                       ------ 
                                                          407 
  PRODUCER DURABLES--8.0%                                     
(a) Asyst Technologies..................     2,000         38 
    Blount, Inc.........................     4,400        139 
(a) Electroglas.........................     4,600         65 
    Stewart & Stevenson Services........     3,000         68 
                                                       ------ 
                                                          310 
  TECHNOLOGY--7.7%                                            
(a) Burr Brown Corp.....................     1,800         32 
(a) Cyrix...............................       900         15 
(a) Diamond Multimedia Systems,                            
      Inc. .............................     2,700         26 
(a) EXAR Corporation....................     5,100         66 
(a) Proxima Corp........................     2,700         33 
(a) Read-Rite Corp......................     5,100         72 
(a) Western Digital Corp................     2,100         55 
                                                       ------ 
                                                          299 
  UTILITIES--3.4%                                             
(a) Atlantic Tele-Network...............     5,500        132 

  OTHER--2.9%                                                 
    Arbatax International, Inc..........     3,250         15 
(a) Mercer International Inc............     7,100         96 
                                                       ------ 
                                                          111 
                                                       ------ 
  TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--81.0%                                  
    (Cost: $3,291)......................                3,150 

  MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--17.4%                             
    Yield--5.25% to 5.29%                                     
    Due--July and August 1996                                 
    (Cost: $678)                                              
    Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.....    $  680        678 
                                                       ------ 
  TOTAL INVESTMENTS--98.4%                                    
    (Cost: $3,969)......................                3,828 

  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS                                 
  LIABILITIES--1.6%.....................                   62 
                                                       ------ 
  NET ASSETS--100%......................               $3,890 
                                                       ====== 
  </TABLE>                                                    
 
See accompanying notes to Small Cap Value Portfolio of Investments.
 
                                       56
<PAGE>   154
 
NOTES TO SMALL CAP VALUE PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $3,969,000 for federal income tax purposes
at June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $107,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $248,000 and the net unrealized depreciation on
investments was $141,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       57
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KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 
VALUE + GROWTH PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                          Number of              
                                           Shares      Value     
                                          ---------   -------    
   <S>                                    <C>         <C>        
   COMMON STOCKS                                                 
   BASIC INDUSTRIES--1.6%                                        
(a)  FMC Corp..............................    400    $    26    
   CAPITAL GOODS--4.9%                                           
     Emerson Electric Co.................      200         18    
     General Electric Co.................      400         35    
     Xerox Corporation...................      500         27    
                                                      -------    
                                                           80    
   CONSUMER CYCLICALS--10.8%                                     
     Circuit City Stores.................      500         18    
     Dayton Hudson Corp..................      200         21    
     Dillard Department Stores...........      300         11    
(a)  Fruit of The Loom...................      400         10    
     Mattel, Inc.........................      800         23    
     Newell Co...........................    1,000         31    
     Philips N.V., ADR...................      300         10    
     TJX Companies, Inc..................      300         10    
(a)  Toys R Us...........................      600         17    
     V.F. Corp...........................      200         12    
     Wal-Mart Stores.....................      600         15    
                                                      -------    
                                                          178    
   CONSUMER DURABLES--1.7%                                       
     Ford Motor Co.......................      400         13    
     Leggett & Platt Incorporated........      300          8    
     Singer Company N.V..................      400          8    
                                                      -------    
                                                           29    
   CONSUMER STAPLES--14.0%                                       
     American Greetings Corp.............      400         11    
     Carnival Corp.......................      700         20    
(a)  Cox Communications Inc..............    1,000         22    
     Walt Disney Company.................      400         25    
(a)  Franklin Quest Co...................      600         12    
     Philip Morris Companies.............      400         42    
     Procter & Gamble Co.................      300         27    
     Tele-Communications, Inc............    1,000         18    
     UST, Inc............................    1,000         34    
     Wendy's International...............    1,000         19    
                                                      -------    
                                                          230    
                                                                 
   <CAPTION>                                                     
                                          Number of              
                                           Shares      Value     
                                          ---------   -------    
   <S>                                    <C>         <C>        
   ENERGY--6.9%                                                  
     AMOCO Corp..........................      400    $    29    
     Atlantic Richfield Co...............      200         24    
     Columbia Gas System.................      600         31    
     Enron Corp..........................      400         16    
     Louisiana-Pacific Corp..............      600         13    
                                                      -------    
                                                          113    
   FINANCE--21.6%                                                
     American General Corp...............      300         11    
     American International Group,                               
       Inc...............................      200         20    
     Banc One Corporation................      300         10    
     BankAmerica Corp....................      200         15    
     Bankers Trust New York Corp.........      200         15    
     Barnett Banks.......................      300         18    
     Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.....      500         43    
     Federal National Mortgage                                   
       Association.......................    1,500         50    
     First Chicago NBD Corp..............      400         16    
     First Union Corp....................      400         24    
     First USA...........................      300         16    
     Fleet Financial Group, Inc..........      200          9    
     KeyCorp.............................      200          8    
     MGIC Investment Corp................      200         11    
     J.P. Morgan & Company...............      200         17    
     NationsBank.........................      300         25    
     PNC Bank, N.A.......................      500         15    
     Signet Banking Corp.................      600         14    
     Travelers Group.....................      400         18    
                                                      -------    
                                                          355    
   HEALTH CARE--12.7%                                            
     Abbott Laboratories.................      600         26    
(a)  Foundation Health Corp..............      400         14    
     Glaxo Wellcome, ADR.................      400         11    
(a)  Humana, Inc.........................      800         14    
     Johnson & Johnson...................      500         25    
     Eli Lilly & Co......................      300         19    
     Mallinckrodt Group..................      300         12    
     Merck & Co., Inc....................      400         26    
(a)  Mid Atlantic Medical Services,                           
     Inc.................................    1,000         14    
     Sandoz, Ltd.........................      300         17    
     United Healthcare Corp..............      600         30    
                                                      -------    
                                                          208    
</TABLE>
 
                                       58
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   VALUE + GROWTH PORTFOLIO
   PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
   (DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                            Number of
                                             Shares      Value
                                            ---------   -------
<S>                                      <C>          <C>
   TECHNOLOGY--21.3%
(a)Applied Materials, Inc....................   600    $    18
(a)Atmel Corporation.........................   500         15
(a)Bay Networks..............................   700         18
(a)Cisco Systems.............................   400         23
(a)Compaq Computer Corp......................   800         39
(a)EMC Corp.................................. 1,000         19
   Intel Corp................................   300         22
   International Business Machines
     Corp....................................   200         20
(a)LSI Logic Corp............................   600         16
(a)Lam Research Corp.........................   900         23
   Linear Technology Corp....................   400         12
(a)Maxim Integrated Products.................   500         14
(a)Novellus Systems..........................   500         18
(a)Seagate Technology........................   400         18
(a)Silicon Graphics Inc......................   700         17
(a)Softkey International.....................   800         15
   Texas Instruments.........................   400         20
(a)3Com Corporation..........................   500         23
                                                       -------
                                                           350
   UTILITIES--3.5%
     AT & T..................................   400         25
(a)Paging Network, Inc.......................   700         17
   SBC Communications Inc....................   300         15
                                                       -------
                                                            57
                                                       -------
 
<CAPTION>
                                           Principal
                                           Amount      Value
                                           ---------   -------
<S>                                       <C>         <C>
   TOTAL COMMON STOCK--99.0%
    (Cost: $1,651)..........................           $ 1,626
   MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--6.1%
     Yield--5.26%
     Due--July 1996
    (Cost: $100)
    Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.........$   100        100
                                                       -------
   TOTAL INVESTMENTS--105.1%
    (Cost: $1,751)..........................             1,726
   LIABILITIES, LESS CASH AND OTHER
   ASSETS--(5.1)%...........................               (83)
                                                       -------
   NET ASSETS--100%.........................           $ 1,643
                                                       =======
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO VALUE + GROWTH PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $1,751,000 for federal income tax purposes
at June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $36,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $61,000 and the net unrealized depreciation on
investments was $25,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       59
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 KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 HORIZON 20+ PORTFOLIO
 PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
   
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         Number of
                                          Shares     Value
                                         ---------   -----
<S>                                      <C>         <C>
 COMMON STOCKS
 BASIC INDUSTRIES--1.2%
(a)FMC Corp..............................    100     $  7
 CAPITAL GOODS--2.4%
   General Electric Co...................    100        9
   Xerox Corporation.....................    100        5
                                                     -----
                                                       14
 CONSUMER CYCLICALS--8.7%
   Circuit City Stores...................    200        7
   Dillard Department Stores.............    100        4
(a)Fruit of The Loom.....................    200        5
   Mattel, Inc...........................    200        6
   Newell Co.............................    200        6
   Philips N.V., ADR.....................    100        3
   TJX Companies, Inc....................    100        3
(a)Toys R Us.............................    200        6
   V.F. Corp.............................    100        6
   Wal-Mart Stores.......................    200        5
                                                     -----
                                                       51
 CONSUMER DURABLES--2.2%
   Ford Motor Co.........................    100        3
   Leggett & Platt Incorporated..........    200        6
   Singer Company N.V....................    200        4
                                                     -----
                                                       13
 CONSUMER STAPLES--9.8%
   American Greetings Corp...............    200        5
   Carnival Corp.........................    200        6
(a)Cox Communications Inc................    200        4
   Walt Disney Company...................    100        6
   Philip Morris Companies...............    100       10
   Procter & Gamble Co...................    100        9
   Tele-Communications, Inc..............    300        5
   UST, Inc..............................    200        7
   Wendy's International.................    300        5
                                                     -----
                                                       57
 

                                          Number of
                                           Shares     Value
                                          ---------   -----
 ENERGY--5.5%
   AMOCO Corp............................    100     $  7
   Atlantic Richfield Co.................    100       12
   Columbia Gas System...................    100        5
   Enron Corp............................    100        4
   Louisiana-Pacific Corp................    200        4
                                                     -----
                                                       32
 FINANCE--18.5%
   American International Group, Inc.....    100       10
   Banc One Corporation..................    100        3
   BankAmerica Corp......................    100        8
   Bankers Trust New York Corp...........    100        7
   Barnett Banks.........................    100        6
   Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.......    100        9
   Federal National Mortgage
     Association.........................    400       13
   First Chicago NBD Corp................    100        4
   First Union Corp......................    100        6
   First USA.............................    100        6
   MGIC Investment Corp..................    100        6
   NationsBank...........................    100        8
   PNC Bank, N.A.........................    200        6
   Signet Banking Corp...................    400        9
   Travelers Group.......................    150        7
                                                     -----
                                                      108
 HEALTH CARE--9.9%
   Abbott Laboratories...................    200        9
(a)Foundation Health Corp................    100        4
   Glaxo Wellcome, ADR...................    200        5
(a)Humana, Inc...........................    200        4
   Johnson & Johnson.....................    100        5
   Eli Lilly & Co........................    100        7
   Mallinckrodt Group....................    100        4
   Merck & Co., Inc......................    100        6
(a)Mid Atlantic Medical Services,
   Inc...................................    200        3
   Sandoz, Ltd...........................    100        6
   United Healthcare Corp................    100        5
                                                     -----
                                                       58
</TABLE>
 


                                       60
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   KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 
   HORIZON 20+ PORTFOLIO
   PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
   (DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                        Number of
                                        Shares     Value
                                       ---------   -----
<S>                                  <C>         <C>
   TECHNOLOGY--20.2%
(a)Applied Materials, Inc.............     100     $  3
(a)Atmel Corporation..................     200        6
(a)Bay Networks.......................     200        5
(a)Cisco Systems......................     100        6
(a)Compaq Computer Corp...............     100        5
(a)EMC Corp...........................     300        6
   Intel Corp.........................     100        7
(a)LSI Logic Corp.....................     300        8
(a)Lam Research Corp..................     300        8
   Linear Technology Corp.............     200        6
(a)Maxim Integrated Products..........     200        5
(a)Novellus Systems...................     300       11
(a)Seagate Technology.................     300       14
(a)Silicon Graphics Inc...............     400       10
(a)Softkey International..............     200        4
   Texas Instruments..................     100        5
(a)3Com Corporation...................     200        9
                                                  -----
                                                    118
   UTILITIES--3.1%
     AT&T.............................     100        6
  (a)Paging Network, Inc..............     300        7
     SBC Communications Inc...........     100        5
                                                  -----
                                                     18
                                                  -----
   TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--81.5%
     (Cost: $483).....................              476
</TABLE>
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                       Principal
                                       Amount     Value
                                       ---------  -----
<S>                                      <C>         <C>
   MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--17.1%
     Yield--5.52%
     Due--July 1996
     (Cost: $100)
     Federal Farm Credit Banks........   $ 100     $100
                                                  -----
   TOTAL INVESTMENTS--98.6%
   (Cost: $583).......................              576
   CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS
   LIABILITIES--1.4%..................                8
                                                  -----
   NET ASSETS--100%...................             $584
                                                  =====
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO HORIZON 20+ PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $583,000 for federal income tax purposes at
June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $11,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $18,000 and the net unrealized depreciation on
investments was $7,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       61
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KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 
HORIZON 10+ PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         Number of              
                                          Shares      Value     
                                         ---------   --------   
   <S>                                   <C>         <C>        
   COMMON STOCKS                                                
   BASIC INDUSTRIES--.6%                                        
(a)  FMC Corp.............................    100    $      7   
   CAPITAL GOODS--2.7%                                          
     Emerson Electric Co................      100           9   
     General Electric Co................      200          17   
     Xerox Corporation..................      200          10   
                                                     --------   
                                                           36   
   CONSUMER CYCLICALS--6.1%                                     
     Circuit City Stores................      300          11   
     Dayton Hudson Corp.................       50           5   
     Dillard Department Stores..........      200           7   
     Mattel, Inc........................      300           9   
     Newell Co..........................      400          12   
     Philips N.V., ADR..................      100           3   
     TJX Companies, Inc.................      200           7   
(a)  Toys R Us..........................      200           6   
     V.F. Corp..........................      100           5   
     Wal-Mart Stores....................      600          15   
                                                     --------   
                                                           80   
   CONSUMER DURABLES--1.7%                                      
     Ford Motor Co......................      300          10   
     Leggett & Platt Incorporated.......      300           8   
     Singer Company N.V.................      200           4   
                                                     --------   
                                                           22   
   CONSUMER STAPLES--7.8%                                       
     American Greetings Corp............      200           5   
     Carnival Corp......................      400          12   
(a)  Cox Communications Inc.............      400           9   
     Walt Disney Company................      200          13   
     Philip Morris Companies............      200          21   
     Procter & Gamble Co................      100           9   
     Tele-Communications, Inc...........      300           5   
     UST, Inc...........................      500          17   
     Wendy's International..............      600          11   
                                                     --------   
                                                          102   
                                                                
   <CAPTION>                                                    
                                         Number of              
                                          Shares      Value     
                                         ---------   --------   
   <S>                                   <C>         <C>        
   ENERGY--3.8%                                                 
     AMOCO Corp.........................      100    $      7   
     Atlantic Richfield Co..............      100          12   
     Columbia Gas System................      300          16   
     Enron Corp.........................      200           8   
     Louisiana-Pacific Corp.............      300           7   
                                                     --------   
                                                           50   
   FINANCE--14.8%                                               
     American General Corp..............      300          11   
     American International Group,                              
       Inc..............................      100          10   
     Banc One Corporation...............      400          14   
     BankAmerica Corp...................      100           8   
     Bankers Trust New York Corp........      100           7   
     Barnett Banks......................      200          12   
     Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp....      200          17   
     Federal National Mortgage                                  
       Association......................      500          17   
     First Chicago NBD Corp.............      200           8   
     First Union Corp...................      200          12   
     First USA..........................      200          11   
     Fleet Financial Group, Inc.........      100           4   
     KeyCorp............................      100           4   
     MGIC Investment Corp...............      200          11   
     J.P. Morgan & Company..............      100           8   
     NationsBank........................      100           8   
     PNC Bank, N.A......................      300           9   
     Signet Banking Corp................      400           9   
     Travelers Group....................      300          14   
                                                     --------   
                                                          194   
   HEALTH CARE--7.4%                                            
     Abbott Laboratories................      300          13   
(a)  Foundation Health Corp.............      200           7   
     Glaxo Wellcome, ADR................      200           5   
(a)  Humana, Inc........................      300           5   
     Johnson & Johnson..................      200          10   
     Eli Lilly & Co.....................      100           6   
     Mallinckrodt Group.................      200           8   
     Merck & Co., Inc...................      200          13   
(a)  Mid Atlantic Medical Services,                          
       Inc..............................      600           9   
     Sandoz, Ltd........................      100           6   
     United Healthcare Corp.............      300          15   
                                                     --------   
                                                           97   
</TABLE>
 
                                       62
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KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 
HORIZON 10+ PORTFOLIO
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996 -- (CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                      Number of                  
                                       Shares      Value
                                      ---------   --------
<S>                                   <C>         <C>
   TECHNOLOGY--12.2%
  (a)Applied Materials, Inc..........      100    $      3
  (a)Atmel Corporation...............      100           3
  (a)Bay Networks....................      300           8
  (a)Cisco Systems...................      100           6
  (a)Compaq Computer Corp............      300          15
  (a)EMC Corp........................      300           6
  Intel Corp.........................      200          15
  International Business Machines
    Corp.............................      100          10
  (a)Lam Research Corp.                    400          10
  (a)LSI Logic Corp..................      400          10
  Linear Technology Corp.............      200           6
  (a)Maxim Integrated Products.......      300           8
  (a)Novellus Systems                      300          11
  (a)Seagate Technology..............      300          14
  (a)Silicon Graphics Inc............      200           5
  (a)Softkey International...........      300           6
  Texas Instruments..................      200          10
  (a)3Com Corporation................      300          14
                                                  --------
                                                       160
   UTILITIES--2.7%
     AT&T............................      200          12
  (a)Paging Network, Inc.............      600          14
     SBC Communications Inc..........      200          10
                                                  --------
                                                        36
                                                  --------
 
<CAPTION>
                                      Principal
                                       Amount      Value
                                      ---------   --------
<S>                                   <C>         <C>
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--59.8%
  (Cost: $796).......................             $    784
MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS
  Yield--5.28% to 5.31%
  Due--July 1996
  Federal Farm Credit Banks..........  $   100         100
  Federal Home Loan Mortgage
    Corporation......................      300         299
  Federal National Mortgage
    Association......................      100         100
                                                  --------
TOTAL MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS--38.1%
  (Cost: $499).......................                  499
                                                  --------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--97.9%
  (Cost: $1,295).....................                1,283
CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS
LIABILITIES--2.1%....................                   28
                                                  --------
NET ASSETS--100%.....................             $  1,311
                                                  ========
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO HORIZON 10+ PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $1,295,000 for federal income tax purposes
at June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $15,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $27,000 and the net unrealized depreciation on
investments was $12,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
                                       63
<PAGE>   161
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND - HORIZON 5 PORTFOLIO
 
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         Number of
                                          Shares     Value
                                         ---------   -----
<S>                                      <C>         <C>
 COMMON STOCKS
 BASIC INDUSTRIES--.9%
(a)FMC Corp..........................     100     $  7
 CAPITAL GOODS--1.9%
  General Electric Co................     100        9
  Xerox Corporation..................     100        5
                                                  ----
                                                    14
 CONSUMER CYCLICALS--3.0%
  Circuit City Stores................     200        7
  Dillard Department Stores..........     100        4
  Mattel, Inc........................     100        3
  Newell Co..........................     200        6
  Wal-Mart Stores....................     100        3
                                                  ----
                                                    23
 CONSUMER DURABLES--1.1%
  Ford Motor Co......................     100        3
  Leggett & Platt Incorporated.......     100        3
  Singer Company N.V.................     100        2
                                                  ----
                                                     8
 CONSUMER STAPLES--6.7%
  American Greetings Corp............     100        3
  Carnival Corp......................     100        3
(a)Cox Communications Inc............     200        4
  Walt Disney Company................     100        6
  Philip Morris Companies............     100       10
  Procter & Gamble Co................     100        9
  Tele-Communications, Inc...........     200        4
  UST, Inc...........................     200        7
  Wendy's International..............     200        4
                                                  ----
                                                    50
 ENERGY--1.5%
  Columbia Gas System................     100        5
  Enron Corp.........................     100        4
  Louisiana-Pacific Corp.............     100        2
                                                  ----
                                                    11
 FINANCE--8.9%
  Banc One Corporation...............     100        3
  Barnett Banks......................     100        6
  Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp....     100        9
  Federal National Mortgage
    Association......................     300       10
  First Union Corp...................     100        6
  First USA..........................     100        5
 
<CAPTION>
                                         Number of
                                          Shares     Value
                                         --------    ----
<S>                                      <C>     <C>
  KeyCorp............................     100     $  4
  NationsBank........................     100        8
  PNC Bank, N.A......................     200        6
  Signet Banking Corp................     200        5
  Travelers Group....................     100        5
                                                  ----
                                                    67
  HEALTH CARE--6.0%
   Abbott Laboratories...............     100        4
(a)Foundation Health Corp............     100        4
   Glaxo Wellcome, ADR...............     100        3
(a)Humana, Inc.......................     200        4
   Johnson & Johnson.................     100        5
   Eli Lilly & Co....................     100        7
   Merck & Co., Inc..................     100        6
(a)Mid Atlantic Medical Services,
   Inc...............................     100        1
   Sandoz, Ltd.......................     100        6
   United Healthcare Corp............     100        5
                                                   ----
                                                    45
  TECHNOLOGY--8.4%
(a)Applied Materials, Inc............     100        3
(a)Bay Networks......................     200        5
(a)Cisco Systems.....................     100        5
(a)Compaq Computer Corp..............     100        5
(a)EMC Corp..........................     200        4
   Intel Corp........................     100        7
(a)Lam Research Corp.................     200        5
(a)Maxim Integrated Products.........     100        3
(a)Novellus Systems..................     100        4
(a)Seagate Technology................     200        9
(a)Silicon Graphics Inc..............     100        2
(a)Softkey International.............     100        2
   Texas Instruments.................     100        5
(a)3Com Corporation..................     100        4
                                                  ----
                                                    63
  UTILITIES--1.7%
    AT&T.............................     100        6
(a)Paging Network, Inc...............     100        2
   SBC Communications Inc............     100        5
                                                  ----
                                                    13
                                                  ----
  TOTAL COMMON STOCKS--40.0%
   (Cost: $305)......................              301
                                                  ----
</TABLE>
 
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<PAGE>   162
 
KEMPER INVESTORS FUND - HORIZON 5 PORTFOLIO
 
PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS JUNE 30, 1996--(CONTINUED)
(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                         Principal
                                          Amount     Value
                                                     ----
<S>                                      <C>         <C>
MONEY MARKET INSTRUMENTS
  Yield--5.27% - 5.31%
  Due--July and August 1996
  Federal Farm Credit Banks.............   $ 200     $198
  Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.......     200      200
                                                     ----
TOTAL MONEY MARKET
INSTRUMENTS--52.9%
  (Cost: $398)..........................              398
                                                     ----

 
                                                     Value
                                                     -----
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--92.9%
  (Cost: $703)..........................             $699
CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS
LIABILITIES--7.1%.......................               53
                                                     ----
NET ASSETS--100%........................             $752
                                                     ====
</TABLE>
 
NOTES TO HORIZON 5 PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
 
(a) Non-income producing security.
 
Based on the cost of investments of $703,000 for federal income tax purposes at
June 30, 1996, the gross unrealized appreciation was $8,000, the gross
unrealized depreciation was $12,000 and the net unrealized depreciation on
investments was $4,000.
 
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
 
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<PAGE>   163
 
                                    PART C.
 
                               OTHER INFORMATION
 
ITEM 24. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS
 
     (a) Financial Statements:
 
   
<TABLE>
        <S>   <C>
        (i)   Financial Statements included in Part A of the Registration Statement:
              Money Market, Total Return, High Yield, Growth, Government Securities,
              International, Small Cap Growth, Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap Value,
              Value+Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5 Portfolios -- Financial
              Highlights
        (ii)  Financial Statements included in Part B of the Registration Statement:
              Money Market, Total Return, High Yield, Growth, Government Securities,
              International and Small Cap Growth Portfolios
              Report of Independent Auditors (February 16, 1996)
              Statement of Assets and Liabilities--December 31, 1995
              Statement of Operations for the year ended December 31, 1995
              Statement of Changes in Net Assets for each of the two years in the period ended
                December 31, 1995 (except for the Small Cap Growth Portfolio, which is for the
                year ended December 31, 1995 and the period May 2, 1994 through December 31,
                1994)
              Notes to Financial Statements
              Portfolio of Investments--December 31, 1995
              Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap Value, Value+Growth, Horizon 20+,
              Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5 Portfolios
              Report of Independent Auditors (April 22, 1996)
              Statement of Net Assets (April 22, 1996)
              Statement of Net Assets (June 30, 1996) (unaudited)
              Statement of Operations for the period from May 1, 1996 to June 30, 1996
              (unaudited)
              Statement of Changes in Net Assets for the period from May 1, 1996 to June 30,
              1996 (unaudited)
              Notes to Financial Statements
              Portfolio of Investments--June 30, 1996 (unaudited)
</TABLE>
    
 
   
     Schedule I has been omitted for the Money Market, Total Return, High Yield,
Growth, Government Securities, International and Small Cap Growth Portfolios as
the required information is presented in the Portfolio of Investments at
December 31, 1995.
    
 
   
     Schedule I has been omitted for the Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap
Value, Value+Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5 Portfolios as the
required information is presented in the Portfolio of Investments at June 30,
1996.
    
 
   
     Schedules II, III, IV and V for each Portfolio have been omitted as the
required information is not present.
    
 
     (b) Exhibits:
 
<TABLE>
        <S>            <C>
        99.b1.  (a)    Agreement and Declaration of Trust.*
        99.b1.  (b)    Written Instrument Amending the Agreement and Declaration of Trust.*
        99.b1.  (c)    Written Instrument Amending the Agreement and Declaration of Trust.*
        99.b1.  (d)    Written Instrument Amending the Agreement and Declaration of Trust to
                       Establish and Designate Seven Additional Series.**
        99.b1.  (e)    Written Instrument Amending the Agreement and Declaration of Trust to
                       Change the Name of Two Existing Series.**
</TABLE>
 
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<TABLE>
        <S>            <C>
        99.b1.  (f)    Written Instrument Amending the Agreement and Declaration of Trust to
                       Change the Name of One Existing Series.***
        99.b2.         By-laws.*
        99.b3.         Not Applicable.
        99.b4.         Text of Share certificate.*
        99.b5.  (a)    Investment Management Agreement (Money Market, Total Return, High
                       Yield, Growth, Government Securities, International and Small Cap
                       Growth Portfolios.)**
        99.b5.  (b)    Notification of Additional Portfolios (Investment Grade Bond,
                       Value+Growth
                       Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5 Portfolios).***
        99.b5.  (c)    Investment Management Agreement (Value and Small Cap Value
                       Portfolios).***
        99.b5.  (d)    Sub-Advisory Agreement (Value+Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and
                       Horizon 5 Portfolios).***
        99.b6.         Underwriting Agreement.**
        99.b7.         Not Applicable.
        99.b8.  (a)    Custody Agreement.*
        99.b8.  (b)    Foreign Custodian Agreement.*
        99.b9.         Agency Agreement.*
        99.b10.        Not Applicable.
        99.b11.        Consent and Reports of Ernst & Young LLP.
        99.b12.        Not Applicable.
        99.b13.        Not Applicable.
        99.b14.        Not Applicable.
        99.b15.        Not Applicable.
        99.b17.        Not Applicable.
        99.b18.        Not Applicable.
        99.b24.        Powers of Attorney.***
        27             Financial Data Schedule.
        485.B          Representation of Counsel (Rule 485(b)).
</TABLE>
    
 
- ---------------
 
  * Incorporated herein by reference to Post-Effective Amendment No. 14 to the
    Registration Statement filed on April 27, 1995.
 ** Incorporated herein by reference to Post-Effective Amendment No. 15 to the
    Registration Statement filed on February 14, 1996.
   
*** Incorporated herein by reference to Post-Effective Amendment No. 16 to the
    Registration Statement filed on April 25, 1996.
    
 
ITEM 25. PERSONS CONTROLLED BY OR UNDER COMMON CONTROL WITH REGISTRANT
 
     Shares of the Registrant will be offered and sold to Kemper Investors Life
Insurance Company ("KILICO"), a stock insurance company organized under the laws
of Illinois, and its separate investment accounts, "KILICO Variable Separate
Account" and "KILICO Variable Annuity Separate Account" (the "Separate
Accounts"). The purchasers of insurance contracts and annuity contracts issued
in connection with such accounts will have the right to instruct KILICO with
respect to the voting of the Registrant's shares held by the Separate Accounts.
Subject to such voting instruction rights, KILICO and the Separate Accounts
directly control the Registrant. KILICO is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Zurich
Kemper Life Insurance Companies, Inc.
 
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ITEM 26. NUMBER OF HOLDERS OF SECURITIES
 
   
     As of September 16, 1996, there were three holders of record of shares of
the Money Market, Total Return, High Yield, Growth, Government Securities,
International and Small Cap Growth Portfolios. As of September 16, 1996, there
were two holders of record of shares of the Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small
Cap Value, Value+Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5 Portfolios.
    
 
ITEM 27. INDEMNIFICATION
 
     Article VIII of the Registrant's Agreement and Declaration of Trust
(Exhibit 1 hereto, which is incorporated herein by reference) provides in effect
that the Registrant will indemnify its officers and trustees under certain
circumstances. However, in accordance with Section 17(h) and 17(i) of the
Investment Company Act of 1940 and its own terms, said Article of the Agreement
and Declaration of Trust does not protect any person against any liability to
the Registrant or its shareholders to which he would otherwise be subject by
reason of willful misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence, or reckless
disregard of the duties involved in the conduct of his office.
 
   
     Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act
of 1933 may be permitted to trustees, officers, and controlling persons of the
Registrant pursuant to the foregoing provisions, or otherwise, the Registrant
has been advised that, in the opinion of the Securities and Exchange Commission,
such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Act and is,
therefore, unenforceable. In the event that a claim for indemnification against
such liabilities (other than the payment by the Registrant of expenses incurred
or paid by a trustee, officer, or controlling person of the Registrant in the
successful defense of any action, suit, or proceeding) is asserted by such
trustee, officer, or controlling person in connection with the securities being
registered, the Registrant will, unless in the opinion of its counsel the matter
has been settled by controlling precedent, submit to a court of appropriate
jurisdiction the questions whether such indemnification by it is against public
policy as expressed in the Act and will be governed by the final adjudication of
    
such issue.
 
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ITEM 28(a) BUSINESS AND OTHER CONNECTIONS OF INVESTMENT ADVISER
     Information pertaining to business and other connections of the
Registrant's investment advisers is hereby incorporated by reference to the
section of the Prospectus captioned "Investment Managers" and "Distributor" 
and to the section of the Statement of Additional Information
captioned "Investment Managers and Distributor."

     Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc., investment adviser of the Registrant, is
investment adviser of:

Kemper Mutual Funds:
Kemper Technology Fund
Kemper Total Return Fund
Kemper Growth Fund
Kemper Small Capitalization Equity Fund
Kemper Income and Capital Preservation Fund
Kemper Money Funds
Kemper National Tax-Free Income Series
Kemper Diversified Income Fund
Kemper High Yield Fund
Cash Equivalent Fund
Kemper U.S. Government Securities Fund
Kemper International Fund
Kemper Portfolios
Kemper State Tax-Free Income Series
Tax-Exempt California Money Market Fund
Kemper Adjustable Rate U.S. Government Fund
Kemper Blue Chip Fund
Kemper Global Income Fund
Kemper Target Equity Fund
Cash Account Trust
Investors Cash Trust
Tax-Exempt New York Money Market Fund
Kemper Value Plus Growth Fund
Kemper Quantitative Equity Fund
Kemper Horizon Fund
Kemper Europe Fund
Kemper Asian Growth Fund

Kemper Closed-End Funds:
Kemper High Income Trust
Kemper Intermediate Government Trust
Kemper Municipal Income Trust
Kemper Multi-Market Income Trust
Kemper Strategic Municipal Income Trust
The Growth Fund of Spain, Inc.
Kemper Strategic Income Fund

     Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc. also furnishes investment advice to and
manages investment portfolios for other clients including Kemper Investors Fund
and Kemper International Bond Fund.



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Item 28(b)(i) Business and Other Connections of Officers
and Directors of Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.,
the Investment Advisor


TIMBERS, STEPHEN B.
     Director, President, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment
     Officer, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Director, Kemper Distributors, Inc.
     Director, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.
     Director, Chairman, Kemper Service Company
     Director, Dreman Value Advisors, Inc.
     Director, ZKI Agency, Inc.
     Director, President, Kemper International Management, Inc.
     Trustee and President, Kemper Funds
     Director, The LTV Corporation
     Governor, Investment Company Institute

NEAL, JOHN E.
     Director, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     President, Kemper Funds Group, a unit of Zurich Kemper
     Investments, Inc.
     Director, President, Kemper Service Company
     Director, Kemper Distributors, Inc.
     Director, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.
     Director, Dreman Value Advisors, Inc.
     Director, ZKI Agency, Inc.
     Director, Community Investment Corporation
     Director, Continental Community Development Corporation
     Director, K-P Greenway, Inc.
     Director, K-P Plaza Dallas, Inc.
     Director, Kemper/Prime Acquisition Fund, Inc.
     Director, RespiteCare
     Director, Urban Shopping Centers, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Funds


CHENG, LAURENCE W.
     Director, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     President and Chief Executive Officer, Zurich Investment
     Management Group




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MORAX, DOMINQUE P.
     Director, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Senior Vice President, Member Extended Corporate Executive Board,
     Zurich Insurance Company
     Trustee, Kemper Funds

CHAPMAN, II, WILLIAM E.
     President, Kemper Retirement Plans Group, a unit of Zurich Kemper
     Investments, Inc.
     Director, Executive Vice President, Kemper Distributors, Inc.

VOGEL, VICTOR E.
     Senior Executive Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Trustee, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc. Profit Sharing Plan & Money
     Purchase Pension Plan

BEIMFORD, JR., JOSEPH P.
     Executive Vice President, Chief Investment Officer - Fixed
     Income, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Cash Account Trust
     Vice President, Cash Equivalent Fund
     Vice President, Galaxy Offshore, Inc.
     Vice President, Investors Cash Trust
     Vice President, Kemper Adjustable Rate U.S. Government Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Diversified Income Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Global Income Fund
     Vice President, Kemper High Income Trust
     Vice President, Kemper High Yield Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Income and Capital Preservation Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Intermediate Government Trust
     Vice President, Kemper International Bond Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Investors Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Money Funds
     Vice President, Kemper Multi-Market Income Trust
     Vice President, Kemper Municipal Income Trust
     Vice President, Kemper National Tax-Free Income Series
     Vice President, Kemper Portfolios
     Vice President, Kemper State Tax-Free Income Series
     Vice President, Kemper Strategic Income Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Strategic Municipal Income Trust
     Vice President, Kemper U.S. Government Securities Fund
     Vice President, Tax-Exempt California Money Market Fund
     Vice President, Tax-Exempt New York Money Market Fund

COXON, JAMES H.
     Executive Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Director, Vice President, Galaxy Offshore, Inc.



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     Executive Vice President, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.

FERRO, DENNIS H.
     Executive Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Director, Managing Director-Equities, Zurich Investment
     Management Limited
     Vice President, Kemper International Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Investors Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Target Equity Fund
     Vice President, The Growth Fund of Spain, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Europe Fund

GREENAWALT, JAMES L.
     Executive Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Director, President, Kemper Distributors, Inc.
     Director, President, ZKI Agency, Inc.

JOHNS, GORDON K.
     Executive Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Global Income Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Diversified Income Fund
     Vice President, Kemper International Bond Fund
     Vice President, Kemper International Management, Inc.
     Managing Director, Zurich Investment Management Limited
     Vice President, Kemper Multi-Market Income Trust
     Director, Thames Heritage Parade Limited

LANGBAUM, GARY A.
     Executive Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Total Return Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Investors Fund

MANZONI, JR., CHARLES R.
     Executive Vice President, Secretary & General Counsel, Zurich Kemper
     Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Funds   
     Secretary, ZKI Agency, Inc. 

MURRIHY, MAURA J.
     Executive Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

REYNOLDS, STEVEN H.
     Executive Vice President, Chief Investment Officer - Equities, Zurich
     Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Technology Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Total Return Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Growth Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Small Capitalization Equity Fund
     Vice President, Kemper International Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Blue Chip Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Value Plus Growth Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Quantitative Equity Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Target Equity Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Horizon Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Investors Fund
     Vice President, The Growth Fund of Spain, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Europe Fund



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ROBERTS, SCOTT A.
     Executive Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Director, Executive Vice President, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.

SILIGMUELLER, DALE S.
     Executive Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Director, Executive Vice President, Kemper Service Company

WEISS, ROBERT D.
     Executive Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Executive Vice President, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.

BUKOWSKI, DANIEL J.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Quantitative Equity Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Value Plus Growth Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Investors Fund

BUTLER, DAVID H.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

CERVONE, DAVID M.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

CESSINE, ROBERT S.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Income and Capital Preservation Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Diversified Income Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Multi-Market Income Trust
     Vice President, Kemper Investors Fund

CHESTER, TRACY McCORMICK
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Blue Chip Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Target Equity Fund

CIARLELLI, ROBERT W.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Executive Vice President, Kemper Service Company

COLLECCHIA, FRANK E.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.
     Senior Investment Officer, Federal Kemper Life Assurance
     Company
     Senior Investment Officer, Fidelity Life Association
     Vice President, Galaxy Offshore, Inc.
     Senior Investment Officer, Kemper Investors Life Insurance
     Company

COLLORA, PHILIP J.
     Senior Vice President and Assistant Secretary, Zurich Kemper
     Investments, Inc.
     Vice President and Secretary, Kemper Funds



                                     C-8
<PAGE>   171
     Assistant Secretary, Kemper International Management, Inc.
     Assistant Secretary, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.
     Assistant Secretary, Dreman Value Advisors, Inc.
     Assistant Secretary, ZKI Agency, Inc.

DUDASIK, PATRICK H.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer,
     Dreman Value Advisors, Inc.
     Vice President and Treasurer, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.
     Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, Kemper Distributors, Inc.
     Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, Kemper Service Company
     Director and Treasurer, Zurich Investment Management Limited
     Treasurer, ZKI Agency, Inc.

DUFFY, JEROME L.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Treasurer, Kemper Funds

FINK, THOMAS M.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.

GALLAGHER, MICHAEL L.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Senior Vice President, Kemper Service Company

GOERS, RICHARD A.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

GREENWALD, MARSHALL L.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.

HARRINGTON, MICHAEL E.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

KLEIN, GEORGE
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Director, Executive Vice President, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.

KLEIN, MARTY
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

KORTH, FRANK D.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Technology Fund

McNAMARA, MICHAEL A.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Diversified Income Fund
     Vice President, Kemper High Income Trust
     Vice President, Kemper High Yield Fund

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     Vice President, Kemper Investors Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Multi-Market Income Trust
     Vice President, Kemper Strategic Income Fund

MOORE, C. PERRY
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, ZKI Agency, Inc.

MIER, CHRISTOPHER J.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper National Tax-Free Income Series
     Vice President, Kemper Municipal Income Trust
     Vice President, Kemper State Tax-Free Income Series
     Vice President, Kemper Strategic Municipal Income Trust

RABIEGA, CRAIG F.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     First Vice President, Kemper Service Company

RACHWALSKI, JR. FRANK J.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Cash Account Trust
     Vice President, Cash Equivalent Fund
     Vice President, Investors Cash Trust
     Vice President, Kemper Investors Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Money Funds
     Vice President, Kemper Portfolios
     Vice President, Tax-Exempt California Money Market Fund
     Vice President, Tax-Exempt New York Money Market Fund

REGNER, THOMAS M.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Horizon Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Investors Fund

RESIS, JR., HARRY E.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Diversified Income Fund
     Vice President, Kemper High Income Trust
     Vice President, Kemper High Yield Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Investors Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Multi-Market Income Trust
     Vice President, Kemper Strategic Income Fund

SCHUMACHER, ROBERT T.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

SILVIA, JOHN E.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

SMITH, JR., EDWARD BYRON
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

SWANSON, DAVID
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.



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THOUIN-LEERKAMP, EDITH A.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Director-European Equities, Zurich Investment Management Limited
     Vice President, Kemper Europe Fund

VANDENBERG, RICHARD
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Diversified Income Fund
     Vice President, Kemper U.S. Government Securities Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Portfolios
     Vice President, Kemper Adjustable Rate U.S. Government Fund

VINCENT, CHRISTOPHER T.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     First Vice President, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.

WONNACOTT, LARRY R.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.

BAZAN, KENNETH M.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Director, K-P Greenway, Inc.
     Director, K-P Plaza Dallas, Inc.
     Director, Kemper/Prime Acquisition Fund, Inc.

BOEHM, JONATHAN J.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Senior Vice President, Kemper Service Company

BURROW, DALE R.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Strategic Municipal Income Trust

BYRNES, ELIZABETH A.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Adjustable Rate U.S. Government Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Intermediate Government Trust

CHIEN, CHRISTINE
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

CHRISTIANSEN, HERBERT A.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     First Vice President, Kemper Service Company

COHEN, JERRI I.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

DeMAIO, CHRIS C.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, Kemper Service
     Company

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DEXTER, STEPHEN P.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

DOYLE, DANIEL J.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

FENGER, JAMES E.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

HALE, DAVID D.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

HORTON, ROBERT J.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

INNES, BRUCE D.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Co-President, International Association of Corporate and
     Professional Recruiters

JACOBS, PETER M.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

KEELEY, MICHELLE M.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Intermediate Government Trust
     Vice President, Kemper Portfolios

KIEL, CAROL L.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

KNAPP, WILLIAM M.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

LAUGHLIN, ANN M.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

LENTZ, MAUREEN P.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

McCRINDLE-PETRARCA, SUSAN
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

MINER, EDWARD
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

MURRAY, SCOTT S.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Service Company

NORRIS, JOHNSTON A.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.


                                     C-12
<PAGE>   175
PANOZZO, ROBERTA L.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

RADIS, STEVE A.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

RATEKIN, DIANE E.
     First Vice President, Assistant General Counsel and Assistant
     Secretary, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Assistant Secretary, Kemper Distributors, Inc.

STUEBE, JOHN W.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Cash Account Trust
     Vice President, Cash Equivalent Fund

TEPPER, SHARYN A.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

TRUTTER, JONATHAN W.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Diversified Income Fund
     Vice President, Kemper Multi-Market Income Trust
     Vice President, Kemper Strategic Income Fund

WETHERALD, ROBERT F.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

WILLSON, STEPHEN R.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Strategic Municipal Income Trust

WITTNEBEL, MARK E.
     First Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

ADAMS, DONALD
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

ALLEN, PATRICIA L.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

ANDREASEN, AMY
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

ANTONAK, GEORGE A.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

BALASUBRAMANIAM, KALAMADI
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

BARRY, JOANN M.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.




                                     C-13
<PAGE>   176
BIEBERLY, CHRISTINE A.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

BODEM, RICHARD A.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Service Company

BUCHANAN, PAMELA S.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

BURKE, MARY PAT
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

BURSHTAN, DAVID H.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

CARNEY, ANNE T.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

CACCIOLA, RONALD
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Senior Vice President, Zurich Investment Management, Inc.

CARTER, PAUL J.
     Vice President and Compliance Manager, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

COHEN, JERRI I.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

ESOLA, CHARLES J.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Service Company

FRIHART, THORA A.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

GERACI, AUGUST L.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

GOLAN, JAMES S.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

GOODWIN, JUDITH C.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

GRAY, PATRICK
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

GROOTENDORST, TONYA
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

HECHT, MARC L.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Assistant Secretary, ZKI Agency, Inc.

                                     C-14
<PAGE>   177
HUM, CHI H.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

HUOT, LISA L.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

JASINSKI, R. ANTHONY
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

KARWOWSKI, KENNETH F.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

KENNEDY, PATRICK J.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

KOCH, DEBORAH L.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

KOURY, KATHRYN E.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

KOWALCZYK, MARK A.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, ZKI Agency, Inc.

KRANZ, KATHY J.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

KRUEGER, PAMELA D.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

KYCE, JOYCE
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Service Company

LASKA, ROBERTA E.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

LAUTZ, STEPHEN
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

LeFEBVRE, THOMAS J.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

McGOVERN, KAREN B.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

MILLER, GARY L.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

MILLIGAN, BRIAN J.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.



                                     C-15
<PAGE>   178
MULLEN, TERRENCE
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.    

MURPHY, THOMAS M.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.    

NEVILLE, BRIAN P.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

NORMAN, JR., DONALD L.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

NOWAK, GREGORY J.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

PANOZZO, ALBERT R.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

PAXTON, THOMAS
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

PONTECORE, SUSAN E.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

QUADRINI, LISA L.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

RANDALL, JR., WALTER R.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

ROBINSON, DEBRA A.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

RODGERS, JOHN B.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

ROKOSZ, PAUL A.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

ROSE, KATIE M.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

RUDIN, MICHELLE I.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

SHULTZ, KAREN D.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Service Company

SMITH, ROBERT G.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

SOPHER, EDWARD O.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.


                                     C-16
<PAGE>   179
SPILLER, KATHLEEN A.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

SPURLING, CHRIS
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

STROMM, LAWRENCE D.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

THOMAS, JILL
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

VANDEMERKT, RICHARD J.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Service Company

WALKER, ANGELA
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

WATKINS, JAMES K.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Service Company

WERTH, ELIZABETH C.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.
     Vice President, Kemper Distributors, Inc.
     Assistant Secretary, Kemper Open-End Mutual Funds

WILNER, MITCHELL
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

WIZER, BARBARA K.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

ZURAWSKI, CATHERINE N.
     Vice President, Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc.

                                     C-17
<PAGE>   180
ITEM 29. PRINCIPAL UNDERWRITERS

         (a) Kemper Distributors, Inc. acts as principal underwriter of the
Registrant's shares and acts as principal underwriter of the Kemper Mutual
Funds, Kemper Investors Fund, Kemper International Bond Fund and the
Kemper-Dreman Funds.

         (b) Information on the officers and directors of Kemper Distributors,
Inc., principal underwriter for the Registrant is set forth below.  The
principal business address is 120 South Lasalle Street, Chicago, Illinois
60603.

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                                                      POSITIONS AND
                              POSITIONS AND OFFICES                   OFFICES WITH
         NAME                   WITH UNDERWRITER                       REGISTRANT
         ----                    ----------------                      ----------
<S>                        <C>                                     <C>
James L. Greenawalt         Director, President                           None                 
William E. Chapman, II      Director, Executive Vice President            None                 
John E. Neal                Director                                  Vice President           
Stephen B. Timbers          Director                                 President, Trustee        
Patrick H. Dudasik          Financial Principal, Treasurer                                     
                            and Chief Financial Officer                    None                
Linda A. Bercher            Senior Vice President                          None                
Terry Cunningham            Senior Vice President                          None                
John H. Robison, Jr.        Senior Vice President                          None                
Henry J. Schulthesz         Senior Vice President                          None                
Thomas V. Bruns             Vice President                                 None                
Carlene D. Merold           Vice President                                 None                
Elizabeth C. Werth          Vice President                         Assistant Secretary         
Diane E. Ratekin            Assistant Secretary                            None                
</TABLE>                                                                       
                                                                               
         (c) Not applicable.                                                   
            
                                                                               
                
                                     C-18
<PAGE>   181
 
ITEM 30. LOCATION OF ACCOUNTS AND RECORDS
 
   
     All such accounts, books and other documents are maintained at the offices
of the Registrant, at the offices of the Registrant's investment managers,
Zurich Kemper Investments, Inc., 120 South LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois
60603 and Dreman Value Advisors, Inc. (also the Registrant's sub-adviser), 10
Exchange Place, Jersey City, New Jersey 07302, at the offices of Registrant's
principal underwriter, Kemper Distributors, Inc., 120 South LaSalle Street,
Chicago, Illinois 60603, at the offices of the custodian, Investors Fiduciary
Trust Company, 127 West 10th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64105 or at the
offices of the custodian, The Chase Manhattan Bank, Chase MetroTech Center,
Brooklyn, New York 11245.
    
 
ITEM 31. MANAGEMENT SERVICES
 
     Not applicable.
 
ITEM 32. UNDERTAKINGS
 
     (a) Not applicable.
 
   
     (b) Not applicable.
    
 
     (c) The Registrant undertakes to furnish to each person to whom a
prospectus is delivered, a copy of Registrant's latest annual report to
shareholders, upon request and without charge.
 
                                      C-19
<PAGE>   182
 
                                   SIGNATURES
 
   
     Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933 and the
Investment Company Act of 1940, the Registrant certifies that it meets all of
the requirements for effectiveness of this Registration Statement pursuant to
Rule 485(b) under the Securities Act of 1933 and has duly caused this
Registration Statement to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto
duly authorized, in the City of Chicago and State of Illinois, on the 24th day
of September, 1996.
    
                                          KEMPER INVESTORS FUND
 
                                          By /s/ STEPHEN B. TIMBERS
 
                                            ------------------------------------
                                               Stephen B. Timbers, President
 
   
     Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, this
Registration Statement has been signed below on September 24, 1996 on behalf of
the following persons in the capacities indicated.
    
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                  SIGNATURE                                         TITLE
- ---------------------------------------------   ----------------------------------------------
<C>                                             <S>
           /s/ STEPHEN B. TIMBERS               President (Principal
- ---------------------------------------------   Executive Officer)
             Stephen B. Timbers                 and Trustee
             /s/ JAMES E. AKINS*                Trustee
- ---------------------------------------------
          /s/ ARTHUR R. GOTTSCHALK*             Trustee
- ---------------------------------------------
          /s/ FREDERICK T. KELSEY*              Trustee
- ---------------------------------------------
           /s/ DOMINIQUE P. MORAX*              Trustee
- ---------------------------------------------
            /s/ FRED B. RENWICK*                Trustee
- ---------------------------------------------
            /s/ JOHN B. TINGLEFF*               Trustee
- ---------------------------------------------
            /s/ JOHN G. WEITHERS*               Trustee
- ---------------------------------------------
             /s/ JEROME L. DUFFY                Treasurer (Principal
- ---------------------------------------------   Financial and
               Jerome L. Duffy                  Accounting Officer)
</TABLE>
 
   
* Philip J. Collora signs this document pursuant to powers of attorney filed
  with Post-Effective Amendment No. 15 to the Registration Statement filed on
  February 14, 1996 and Post-Effective Amendment No. 16 to the Registration
  Statement filed on April 25, 1996.
    
 
                                                 /s/ PHILIP J. COLLORA
 
                                          --------------------------------------
                                                    Philip J. Collora
<PAGE>   183
 
                               INDEX TO EXHIBITS
 
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
EXHIBIT
NUMBER                                             TITLE
- -------       -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
<S>           <C>
</TABLE>
 
   
<TABLE>
<S>           <C>
99.b1. (a)    Agreement and Declaration of Trust.*
99.b1. (b)    Written Instrument Amending the Agreement and Declaration of Trust.*
99.b1. (c)    Written Instrument Amending the Agreement and Declaration of Trust.*
99.b1. (d)    Written Instrument Amending the Agreement and Declaration of Trust to Establish
              and Designate Seven Additional Series.**
99.b1. (e)    Written Instrument Amending the Agreement and Declaration of Trust to Change
              the Name of Two Existing Series.**
99.b1. (f)    Written Instrument Amending the Agreement and Declaration of Trust to Change
              the Name of One Existing Series.***
99.b2.        By-laws.*
99.b3.        Not Applicable.
99.b4.        Text of Share certificate.*
99.b5. (a)    Investment Management Agreement (Money Market, Total Return, High Yield,
              Growth, Government Securities, International and Small Cap Growth
              Portfolios).**
99.b5. (b)    Notification of Additional Portfolios (Investment Grade Bond, Value+Growth,
              Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5 Portfolios).***
99.b5. (c)    Investment Management Agreement (Value and Small Cap Value Portfolios).***
99.b5. (d)    Sub-Advisory Agreement (Value+Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+ and Horizon 5
              Portfolios).***
99.b6.        Underwriting Agreement.**
99.b7.        Not Applicable.
99.b8. (a)    Custody Agreement.*
99.b8. (b)    Foreign Custodian Agreement.*
99.b9.        Agency Agreement.*
99.b10.       Not Applicable.
99.b11.       Consent and Reports of Ernst & Young LLP.
99.b12.       Not Applicable.
99.b13.       Not Applicable.
99.b14.       Not Applicable.
99.b15.       Not Applicable.
99.b17.       Not Applicable.
99.b24.       Powers of Attorney.***
27            Financial Data Schedule.
485.B         Representation of Counsel (Rule 485(b)).
</TABLE>
    
 
- ---------------
  * Incorporated herein by reference to Post-Effective Amendment No. 14 to the
    Registration Statement filed on April 27, 1995.
 ** Incorporated herein by reference to Post-Effective Amendment No. 15 to the
    Registration Statement filed on February 14, 1996.
   
*** Incorporated herein by reference to Post-Effective Amendment No. 16 to the
    Registration Statement filed on April 25, 1996.
    

<PAGE>   1
                                                                EXHIBIT 99.B11

                        CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS


We consent to the reference to our firm under the captions "Financial
Highlights" and "Experts" and to the incorporation by reference of our report
with respect to Kemper Investors Fund-Money Market, Total Return, High Yield,
Equity, Government Securities, International, and Small Capitalization Equity
portfolios, dated February 16, 1996 and to the use our report with respect to
Kemper Investors Fund-Investment Grade Bond, Value, Small Cap Value,
Value+Growth, Horizon 20+, Horizon 10+, and Horizon 5 portfolios dated April
22, 1996 in the Registration Statement of Kemper Investors Fund on Form N-1A
and the related Prospectus filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission in
this Post-Effective Amendment No. 17 to the Registration Statement under the
Securities Act of 1933 (File No. 33-11802) and in the Amendment No. 18 to the
Registration Statement under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (File No.
811-5002).



                                                     ERNST & YOUNG LLP



Chicago, Illinois
September 24, 1996
<PAGE>   2
                                                                EXHIBIT 99.B11

                         REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS


The Board of Trustees and Shareholders
Kemper Investors Fund

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including
the portfolios of investments, of the Money Market, Total Return, High Yield,
Equity, Government Securities, International and Small Capitalization Equity
Portfolios, comprising the Kemper Investors Fund as of December 31, 1995, and
the related statements of operations for the year then ended, and changes in
net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended (except for the
Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio which is for the year ended December 31,
1995 and the period May 2, 1994, commencement of operations, through December
31, 1994), and the financial highlights for each of the fiscal periods since
1990.  These financial statements and financial highlights are the
responsibility of the Fund's management.  Our responsibility is to express an
opinion on these financial statements and financial highlights based on our
audits.

We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards.  Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to
obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements and
financial highlights are free of material misstatement.  An audit includes
examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in
the financial statements.  Our procedures included confirmation of securities
owned as of December 31, 1995, by correspondence with the custodian and
brokers.  An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and
significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall
financial statement presentation.  We believe that our audits provide a
reasonable basis for our opinion.

In our opinion, the financial statements and financial highlights referred to
above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of each
of the Portfolios of Kemper Investors Fund at December 31, 1995, the results of
their operations and the changes in their net assets for the fiscal periods
referred to above and the financial highlights for each of the fiscal periods
since 1990, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles.




                                                     ERNST & YOUNG LLP


Chicago, Illinois
February 16, 1996

<PAGE>   3
                                                                 EXHIBIT 99.B11

                         REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS


The Board of Trustees and Shareholder
Kemper Investors Fund

We have audited the accompanying statement of net assets of the Investment
Grade Bond Portfolio, the Value Portfolio, the Small Cap Value Portfolio, the 
Value+Growth Portfolio, the Horizon 20+ Portfolio, the Horizon 10+ Portfolio
and the Horizon 5 Portfolio, comprising certain of the Portfolios of  the
Kemper Investors Fund as of April 22, 1996.  This statement of net assets is
the responsibility of the Fund's management.  Our responsibility is to express
an opinion on the statement of net assets based on our audit.

We conducted our audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards.  Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to
obtain reasonable assurance about whether the statement of net assets is free
of material misstatement.  An audit includes examining, on a test basis,
evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the statement of net assets.
An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and
significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall
statement of net assets presentation.  We believe that our audit of the
statement of nets assets provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

In our opinion, the statement of net assets referred to above presents fairly,
in all material respects, the financial position of each of the above
Portfolios of Kemper Investors Fund at April 22, 1996 in conformity with
generally accepted accounting principles.




                                             ERNST & YOUNG LLP

April 22, 1996
Chicago, Illinois


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<LEGEND>
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                                                        Exhibit 99.485(B)

[VEDDER PRICE LETTERHEAD]









                                        September 24, 1996



Securities and Exchange Commission
450 Fifth Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C.  20549


        Re:     Kemper Investors Fund
                ---------------------

To The Commission:

        We are counsel to the above-referenced investment company (the"Fund")
and as such have participated in the preparation and review of Post-Effective
Amendment No. 17 to the Fund's registration statement being filed pursuant to
Rule 485(b) under the Securities Act of 1933.  In accordance with paragraph
(b)(4) of Rule 485, we hereby represent that such amendment does not contain
disclosures which would render it ineligible to become effective pursuant to
paragraph (b) thereof.

                                        Very truly yours,


                                        Vedder, Price, Kaufman & Kammholz
                                        ---------------------------------
                                        VEDDER, PRICE, KAUFMAN & KAMMHOLZ


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