[FRONT COVER]
November 30, 1997
PHOENIX
FUNDS
ANNUAL REPORT
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Chairman's Message
Dear Fellow Shareholder,
We're pleased to provide this consolidated report for Phoenix Multi-
Portfolio Fund for the fiscal year ended November 30, 1997. This has been a
remarkable time for the financial markets, particularly equities. For the
latest 12 months, the S&P 500 Stock Index returned over 28%, substantially
above the historical average of 10.7%, but market volatility has been high.
During market extremes, your most important asset may be your financial
adviser. Managing your investments in changing markets can be challenging, and
your financial adviser knows some time-tested strategies that can help.
Rebalancing your portfolio is one strategy to reduce risk. As the stock market
has moved higher, your equity investments may have increased in value so that
now they represent a higher percentage of your total portfolio than you
originally intended. Your financial adviser may recommend a shift in asset
allocation to bring your portfolio back in line with your investment goals and
risk tolerance.
Diversifying your portfolio can smooth the effects of volatility. Spreading
your investments across a broad mix of securities reduces risk. You can also
diversify by investment style. For example, you may choose to balance an
investment in growth stocks with a fund that focuses on value-oriented stocks.
Dollar-cost averaging takes advantage of market fluctuations.
In a systematic savings plan, you'll buy fewer shares when prices are high and
more when prices fall. Periodic investments don't ensure a profit, however, and
you should consider your ability to continually make purchases.
On behalf of Phoenix Funds, I want to thank you for investing with us and
assure you that we will continue to work hard to help you meet your investment
needs.
Sincerely,
/s/ Philip R. McLoughlin
Philip R. McLoughlin
President and Chairman
Phoenix Funds
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Table of Contents
Page
Phoenix Tax-Exempt Bond Portfolio ............ 2
Phoenix Mid Cap Portfolio ..................... 10
Phoenix International Portfolio ............... 17
Phoenix Real Estate Securities Portfolio ...... 25
Phoenix Emerging Markets Bond Portfolio ...... 31
Notes to Financial Statements .................. 38
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PHOENIX TAX-EXEMPT BOND PORTFOLIO
INVESTOR PROFILE
Phoenix Tax-Exempt Bond Portfolio is designed for investors seeking to
maximize tax-exempt yield and after-tax total return.
INVESTMENT ADVISER'S REPORT
For the 12 months ended November 30, 1997, Phoenix Tax-Exempt Bond
Portfolio Class A shares earned 6.04% and Class B shares returned 5.13%
compared with 7.18% for the Lehman Brothers Municipal Bond Index. All
performance figures assume reinvestment of dividends and exclude the effect of
sales charges.
Global investor nervousness surrounding the Asian financial problems,
subdued price inflation, moderate labor compensation growth and slower economic
expansion all contributed to a decline in interest rates. Municipal bond rates
ended the reporting period approximately 30 basis points lower.
The municipal bond market outperformed the U.S. Treasury market during the
first half of 1997 as a result of favorable supply and demand factors. The
market experienced good demand from retail investors at the same time that new
issuance of municipal bonds was declining on a year-over-year basis.
However, as interest rates fell in the second half of the year, these
favorable conditions reversed, and municipal bonds began to underperform the
U.S. Treasury market. Retail interest slowed, while municipal bond issuers
began to flood the market to take advantage of lower interest rates.
Over the last 12 months, yield spreads between "AAA" and "BBB"-rated bonds
have moved to historically tight levels. At the beginning of the fiscal year,
the yield spread was 65 basis points. By the end of the reporting period, the
spread had narrowed to 40 basis points. This tightening of yield spreads held
back the Portfolio's performance. Some lower-quality issues were sold to take
advantage of tightening spreads, and we reallocated new cash into
higher-quality issues.
OUTLOOK
Our overall outlook for the municipal bond market is constructive as we
head into 1998. The market is expecting limited issuance of municipal bonds as
we experienced last year, while retail demand is expected to improve as we head
into the tax season. The market may also regain investor focus as nervous
equity investors look to reallocate assets away from the volatile stock market.
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[Tabular representation of line chart]
Lehman Brothers Municipal Phoenix Tax-Exempt Bond
Bond Index* Portfolio--Class A
7/15/88 $10,000 $ 9,525
11/30/88 $10,341 $ 9,924
11/30/89 $11,479 $11,128
11/30/90 $12,362 $11,851
11/30/91 $13,632 $12,956
11/30/92 $15,000 $14,500
11/30/93 $16,661 $16,354
11/30/94 $15,786 $15,119
11/30/95 $18,770 $18,124
11/30/96 $19,875 $18,904
11/30/97 $21,301** $20,046
Average Annual Total Returns
for Periods Ending 11/30/97
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<CAPTION>
From Inception From Inception
7/15/88 to 3/16/94 to
1 Year 5 Years 11/30/97 11/30/97
-------- --------- ---------------- ---------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Class A with 4.75% sales charge 1.02% 5.67% 7.70% --
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Class A at net asset value 6.04% 6.69% 8.25% --
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Class B with CDSC 1.17% -- -- 4.89%
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Class B at net asset value 5.13% -- -- 5.36%
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Lehman Brothers
Municipal Bond Index* 7.18% 7.27% 8.35%** 6.59%***
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This chart assumes an initial gross investment of $10,000 made on 7/15/88
(inception of the Fund) for Class A shares. The total return for Class A shares
reflects the maximum sales charge of 4.75% on the initial investment and
assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains. Class B share performance
will be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception date,
fees and sales charges. The total return (since inception 3/16/94) for Class B
shares reflects the 5% contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC), which is
applicable on all shares redeemed during the 1st year after purchase and 4% for
all shares redeemed during the 2nd year after purchase (scaled down to 3%--3rd
year; 2%--4th and 5th year and 0% thereafter). Returns indicate past
performance, which is not predictive of future performance. Investment return
and net asset value will fluctuate, so that your shares, when redeemed, may be
worth more or less than the original cost.
*The Lehman Brothers Municipal Bond Index is an unmanaged but commonly used
measure of long-term, investment-grade, tax-exempt municipal bond total
return performance. The Lehman Brothers Municipal Bond Index performance
does not reflect sales charges.
**Index information from 6/30/88 to 11/30/97.
***Index information from 2/28/94 to 11/30/97.
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INVESTMENTS AT NOVEMBER 30, 1997
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STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
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<S> <C> <C> <C>
MUNICIPAL TAX-EXEMPT BONDS--95.5%
Alabama--0.7%
Alabama Special Care Facility
5%, 11/1/25 .................. AA+ $1,000 $ 942,860
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Alaska--1.0%
Valdez Marine Terminal
Revenue 7%, 12/1/25 (c) ...... AA 1,125 1,239,851
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Arizona--0.9%
Pima County Pre-refunded
6.75%, 7/1/15 (FGIC
Insured) ..................... AAA 460 502,532
Pima County Unrefunded
6.75%, 7/1/15 (FGIC
Insured) ..................... AAA 540 585,063
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1,087,595
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Arkansas--1.4%
Drew County Public Facilities
Board 7.90%, 8/1/11
(FNMA Collateralized) ......... Aaa(b) 345 376,958
Jacksonville Residential
Housing 7.90%, 1/1/11
(FNMA Collateralized) ......... Aaa(b) 519 563,212
Lonoke County Residential
Housing 7.90%, 4/1/11
(FNMA Collateralized) ......... Aaa(b) 540 602,854
Stuttgart Public Facilities
Board 7.90%, 9/1/11
(FNMA Collateralized) ......... Aaa(b) 243 263,170
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1,806,194
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California--5.9%
California Housing Financing
Agency Series A 7.75%,
8/1/17 (FHA Insured) ......... AA- 250 262,660
Pittsburg Redevelopment
Series A 4.625%, 8/1/21
(AMBAC Insured) ............... AAA 1,650 1,474,077
Riverside County 8.625%,
5/1/16 (GNMA
Collateralized) (d) ............ AAA 4,300 5,782,812
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7,519,549
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Colorado--3.4%
Arapahoe County Highway
Revenue 6.90%, 8/31/15 (c) .... Aaa(b) 2,500 2,932,550
Jefferson County School
District 6.50%, 12/15/07
(MBIA Insured) ............... AAA 1,250 1,443,013
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4,375,563
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STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
------------- -------- -------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Connecticut--3.1%
Mashantucket Western Pequot
Tribe 144A 5.60%,
9/1/09 (e) ..................... NR $1,000 $ 1,028,160
Mashantucket Western Pequot
Tribe Pre-refunded 144A
6.50%, 9/1/05 (e) ............ BBB- 845 951,461
Mashantucket Western Pequot
Tribe Pre-refunded 144A
6.50%, 9/1/06 (e) ............ BBB- 483 548,791
Mashantucket Western Pequot
Tribe Unrefunded 144A
6.50%, 9/1/05 (e) ............ BBB- 855 938,816
Mashantucket Western Pequot
Tribe Unrefunded 144A
6.50%, 9/1/06 (e) ............ BBB- 517 568,783
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4,036,011
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Florida--1.4%
Martin County Industrial
Cogeneration 7.875%,
12/15/25 ..................... BBB- 1,500 1,739,325
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Georgia--4.8%
Atlanta Water and Sewer
Revenue 4.50%, 1/1/18
(FGIC Insured) ............... AAA 2,250 1,995,682
Cartersville Development
Authority Revenue 5.625%,
5/1/09 ........................ A+ 2,000 2,135,640
Georgia Electric Authority
Series Z 5.50%, 1/1/20
(FGIC Insured) ............... AAA 2,000 2,081,000
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6,212,322
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Illinois--6.6%
Chicago Board of Education
6%, 1/1/20 (MBIA Insured) AAA 500 548,025
Chicago Gas Supply Revenue
7.50%, 3/1/15 (c) ............ AA- 1,000 1,080,020
Chicago O'Hare International
Airport 8.85%, 5/1/18 ......... Baa(b) 875 989,161
Illinois Development Finance
Authority 7.60%, 9/1/13 ...... AA 2,000 2,175,920
Illinois Health Facilities
Authority 7%, 4/1/08 (FSA
Insured) ..................... AAA 1,100 1,297,714
Illinois Housing Development
Authority Residential 7%,
8/1/17 ........................ Aa(b) 735 755,293
Metropolitan Pier & Exposition
Authority Pre-refunded
6.50%, 6/15/07 (FGIC
Insured) ..................... Aaa(b) 1,470 1,643,225
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See Notes to Financial Statements
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<CAPTION>
STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
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<S> <C> <C> <C>
Illinois--continued
Metropolitan Pier & Exposition
Authority Unrefunded 6.50%,
6/15/07 (FGIC Insured) ...... Aaa(b) $ 30 $ 33,294
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8,522,652
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Indiana--2.5%
Indianapolis Public
Improvement Series A 0%,
2/1/05 ........................ Aa(b) 1,765 1,237,018
Indianapolis Public
Improvement Series C 0%,
1/1/03 ........................ A(b) 2,500 1,968,575
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3,205,593
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Kentucky--2.2%
Kentucky Turnpike Authority 0%,
1/1/10 (FGIC Insured) ......... AAA 3,300 1,800,546
Perry County Solid Waste
Disposal Revenue 7%,
6/1/24 ........................ NR 1,000 1,078,290
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2,878,836
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Louisiana--0.9%
East Baton Rouge Parish
Series ST-A 4.90%, 2/1/16
(FGIC Insured) ............... AAA 1,000 950,150
St. Mary Public Authority
7.625%, 3/25/12 ............... Aaa(b) 112 125,915
St. Tammany Public Authority
7%, 6/1/02 (FNMA
Collateralized) ............... Aaa(b) 124 130,212
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1,206,277
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Maryland--0.5%
Baltimore G.O. 7%, 10/15/09
(MBIA Insured) ............... AAA 500 604,045
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Massachusetts--6.5%
Massachusetts Bay
Transportation Authority
Series B 6.20%, 3/1/16 ...... A+ 1,000 1,120,630
Massachusetts Industrial
Financing Agency 0%,
8/1/05 ........................ A+ 1,100 763,466
Massachusetts State Health &
Education Revenue 3.10%,
7/1/13 (MBIA Insured) (c) . AAA 6,000 5,428,380
Massachusetts State Turnpike
Authority Series B 5.25%,
1/1/17 (MBIA Insured) ......... AAA 1,000 1,000,370
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8,312,846
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Michigan--2.6%
Western Townships Utilities
Authority 8.20%, 1/1/18 ...... BBB+ 1,500 1,584,615
Williamston Community
School 5.50%, 5/1/25
(MBIA Insured) ............... AAA 1,725 1,785,047
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3,369,662
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STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
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<S> <C> <C> <C>
Mississippi--1.4%
Lowndes County Waste
Disposal 6.80%, 4/1/22 ...... A $1,450 $ 1,745,713
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Nebraska--1.2%
Nebraska Higher Education
6.70%, 12/1/02 ............... A(b) 1,500 1,600,035
------------
Nevada--1.2%
Clark County School District
Series B 0%, 6/1/03 (MBIA
Insured) ..................... AAA 2,000 1,573,800
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New Jersey--2.0%
Atlantic City Improvement
Authority Pre-refunded
8.875%, 2/1/10 ............... NR 1,000 1,054,680
Camden County Municipal
Utilities Authority 0%,
9/1/11 (FGIC Insured) ......... AAA 3,000 1,452,150
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2,506,830
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New York--10.8%
Erie County Water Authority
0%, 12/1/17 (AMBAC
Insured) ..................... AAA 550 131,175
New York State Dormitory
Authority 6.375%, 7/1/08 ...... BBB 1,000 1,076,260
Niagara Falls Bridge
Commission 5.25%, 10/1/15
(FGIC Insured) ............... AAA 4,000 4,111,760
Port Authority Revenue
6.75%, 10/1/11 ............... NR 3,000 3,261,720
Port Authority Revenue
6.125%, 6/1/94 ............... AA- 2,000 2,252,580
Triborough Bridge & Tunnel
Authority Series A 4.75%,
1/1/14 ........................ Aa(b) 2,250 2,185,447
Triborough Bridge & Tunnel
Authority Series X 6.625%,
1/1/12 ........................ Aa(b) 750 877,808
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13,896,750
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North Carolina--1.2%
North Carolina Municipal
Power Agency 6%, 1/1/09
(AMBAC Insured) ............... AAA 1,385 1,529,733
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Pennsylvania--11.2%
Delaware Valley Finance
Authority Series B 5.70%,
7/1/27 (AMBAC Insured) ...... AAA 2,000 2,157,120
Pennsylvania Economic
Development Financing
Authority 6.40%, 1/1/09 ...... NR 5,000 5,217,850
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See Notes to Financial Statements
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<CAPTION>
STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
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<S> <C> <C> <C>
Pennsylvania--continued
Pennsylvania Economic
Development Financing
Authority 9.25%, 1/1/22 ...... NR $3,995 $ 2,716,600
Pennsylvania Finance
Authority 6.60%, 11/1/09 ...... A 4,000 4,358,760
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14,450,330
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Tennessee--1.3%
Metropolitan Government Health
& Educational Facilities Board
6%, 12/1/16 (AMBAC
Insured) ..................... AAA 1,500 1,655,295
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Texas--10.3%
Alliance Airport Authority 7%,
12/1/11 ........................ BBB- 1,100 1,279,377
Austin Convention Center
8.25%, 11/15/14 ............... Aaa(b) 955 1,047,110
Brazos River Authority
7.75%, 10/1/15 ............... A- 750 786,053
Brazos River Authority
7.625%, 5/1/19 ............... A- 1,000 1,069,320
Colorado River Water District
Pre-refunded 8.25%, 1/1/15 ..... NR 540 601,668
Harris County Toll Road
Multimode 8.125%, 8/15/17 ...... AAA 700 726,796
La Vernia School District 5%,
8/15/22 (PSFG Insured) ......... AAA 1,125 1,080,304
San Antonio Electric & Gas
5%, 2/1/12 ..................... AA 2,000 2,017,600
Texas Public Finance Authority
6.25%, 8/1/09 (MBIA Insured) AAA 1,250 1,415,937
Texas State Turnpike Authority
5.25%, 1/1/23 (FGIC
Insured) ..................... AAA 2,300 2,265,454
Texas Water Resources
Finance Authority 7.625%,
8/15/08 ........................ A 945 977,007
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13,266,626
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Virginia--5.0%
Pittsylvania County Revenue
Series A 7.30%, 1/1/04 ......... NR 1,000 1,072,290
Pittsylvania County Revenue
Series A 7.45%, 1/1/09 ......... NR 3,000 3,288,780
Upper Occoquan Sewer
Authority 5.15%, 7/1/20
(MBIA Insured) ............... AAA 2,000 2,002,720
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6,363,790
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STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
------------- -------- -------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
West Virginia--2.5%
Upshur Solid Waste Revenue
7%, 7/15/25 .................. NR $2,000 $ 2,173,240
West Virginia Housing
Development 6.625%,
7/1/20 (FHA Insured) ......... AA 1,000 1,002,250
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3,175,490
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Wisconsin--0.9%
Wisconsin Clean Water
Revenue 6.875%, 6/1/11 ......... AA+ 750 887,498
Wisconsin Housing &
Economic Development
Authority 7.375%, 9/1/17 ...... Aa(b) 305 313,665
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1,201,163
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Wyoming--0.4%
Wyoming Community
Development Authority
7.875%, 6/1/18 (FHA
Insured) ..................... AA 545 564,854
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Other Territories--1.7%
Puerto Rico Commonwealth
Aqueduct & Sewer
Authority 7.875%, 7/1/17 ...... AAA 500 521,735
Puerto Rico Commonwealth
Highway & Transportation
Authority 6.625%, 7/1/12 ...... A 1,500 1,643,685
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2,165,420
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TOTAL MUNICIPAL TAX-EXEMPT BONDS
(Identified cost $116,152,396).............................. 122,755,010
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SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS--3.1%
Commercial Paper--3.1%
BellSouth Telecommunications,
Inc. 5.75%, 12/1/97 ............ A-1+ 735 735,000
Koch Industries, Inc. 5.62%,
12/1/97 ........................ A-1+ 3,295 3,295,000
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4,030,000
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TOTAL SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS
(Identified cost $4,030,000) .............................. 4,030,000
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TOTAL INVESTMENTS--98.6%
(Identified cost $120,182,396).............................. 126,785,010(a)
Cash and receivables, less liabilities--1.4% ............... 1,774,686
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NET ASSETS--100.0% .......................................... $ 128,559,696
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(a) Federal Income Tax Information: Net unrealized appreciation of investment
securities is comprised of gross appreciation of $8,822,558 and gross
depreciation of $2,162,504 for federal income tax purposes. At November
30, 1997, the aggregate cost of securities for federal income tax purposes
was $120,124,956.
(b) As rated by Moody's, Fitch, or Duff & Phelp's.
(c) Variable or step coupon security; interest rate reflects the rate currently
in effect.
(d) All or a portion segregated as collateral.
(e) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of
1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from
registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers. At November 30,
1997, these securities amounted to a value of $4,036,011 or 3.1% of net
assets.
At November 30, 1997, 40.5% of the securities in the portfolio are backed by
insurance of financial institutions and financial guaranty assurance
agencies. Insurers with a concentration greater than 10% of net assets are
as follows: FGIC, 13.6%; and MBIA 12.3%.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
NOVEMBER 30, 1997
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<S> <C>
Assets
Investment securities at value
(Identified cost $120,182,396) $126,785,010
Receivables
Interest 2,150,121
Fund shares sold 47,924
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Total assets 128,983,055
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Liabilities
Payables
Custodian 1,459
Dividend distributions 123,642
Fund shares repurchased 136,111
Investment advisory fee 47,382
Distribution fee 29,875
Transfer agent fee 14,168
Financial agent fee 6,740
Trustees' fee 292
Accrued expenses 63,690
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Total liabilities 423,359
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Net Assets $128,559,696
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Net Assets Consist of:
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest $121,978,076
Distributions in excess of net investment income (123,643)
Accumulated net realized gain 107,337
Net unrealized appreciation 6,597,926
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Net Assets $128,559,696
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Class A
Shares of beneficial interest outstanding, $1 par value,
unlimited authorization (Net Assets $122,762,744) 10,986,249
Net asset value per share $ 11.17
Offering price per share
$11.17/(1-4.75%) $ 11.73
Class B
Shares of beneficial interest outstanding, $1 par value,
unlimited authorization (Net Assets $5,796,952) 516,856
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 11.22
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Investment Income
Interest $8,324,902
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Total investment income 8,324,902
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Expenses
Investment advisory fee 593,217
Distribution fee--Class A 316,781
Distribution fee--Class B 51,136
Financial agent fee 78,549
Transfer agent 115,916
Professional 42,301
Registration 24,594
Trustees 21,061
Printing 20,122
Custodian 15,032
Miscellaneous 21,063
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Total expenses 1,299,772
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Net investment income 7,025,130
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Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments
Net realized gain on securities 199,858
Net realized loss on futures contracts (24,757)
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on
investments 420,432
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Net gain on investments 595,533
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Net increase in net assets resulting from
operations $7,620,663
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</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Year Ended Year Ended
November 30, 1997 November 30, 1996
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<S> <C> <C>
From Operations
Net investment income $ 7,025,130 $ 7,756,296
Net realized gain 175,101 1,670,133
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) 420,432 (3,275,493)
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Increase in net assets resulting from operations 7,620,663 6,150,936
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From Distributions to Shareholders
Net investment income--Class A (6,755,466) (7,504,351)
Net investment income--Class B (233,919) (191,960)
Net realized gains--Class A (1,898,761) --
Net realized gains--Class B (65,944) --
In excess of net investment income--Class A (5,836) --
In excess of net investment income--Class B (202) --
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Decrease in net assets from distributions to shareholders (8,960,128) (7,696,311)
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From Share Transactions
Class A
Proceeds from sales of shares (5,119,900 and 7,599,558 shares, respectively) 56,427,974 84,574,148
Net asset value of shares issued from reinvestment of distributions (458,029 and
371,771 shares, respectively) 5,044,059 4,153,807
Cost of shares repurchased (6,702,201 and 8,830,124 shares, respectively) (73,960,582) (98,463,997)
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Total (12,488,549) (9,736,042)
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Class B
Proceeds from sales of shares (200,165 and 197,502 shares, respectively) 2,212,684 2,219,054
Net asset value of shares issued from reinvestment of distributions (15,780 and
10,179 shares, respectively) 174,441 113,899
Cost of shares repurchased (119,828 and 61,609 shares, respectively) (1,319,055) (695,116)
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Total 1,068,070 1,637,837
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Decrease in net assets from share transactions (11,420,479) (8,098,205)
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Net decrease in net assets (12,759,944) (9,643,580)
Net Assets
Beginning of period 141,319,640 150,963,220
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End of period (including distributions in excess of net investment income
of ($123,643) and ($117,605), respectively) $ 128,559,696 $ 141,319,640
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See Notes to Financial Statements
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
(Selected data for a share outstanding throughout the indicated period)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Class A
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Year Ended November 30,
1997 1996 1995 1994 1993
------------ ------------ ------------ ------------- ---------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Net asset value, beginning of period $11.28 $11.40 $10.09 $11.58 $11.10
Income from investment operations
Net investment income 0.59 0.60 0.61 0.65 0.60(4)
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) 0.05 (0.12) 1.34 (1.49) 0.76
-------- -------- -------- -------- -----------
Total from investment operations 0.64 0.48 1.95 (0.84) 1.36
-------- -------- -------- -------- -----------
Less distributions
Dividends from net investment income (0.59) (0.60) (0.61) (0.65) (0.60)
Dividends from net realized gains (0.16) -- (0.03) -- (0.28)
-------- -------- -------- -------- -----------
Total distributions (0.75) (0.60) (0.64) (0.65) (0.88)
-------- -------- -------- -------- -----------
Change in net asset value (0.11) (0.12) 1.31 (1.49) 0.48
-------- -------- -------- -------- -----------
Net asset value, end of period $11.17 $11.28 $11.40 $10.09 $11.58
======== ======== ======== ======== ===========
Total return(1) 6.04% 4.30% 19.87% (7.55)% 12.79%
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (thousands) $122,763 $136,558 $147,821 $141,623 $171,272
Ratio to average net assets of:
Operating expenses 0.96% 0.94% 0.97% 0.96% 0.75%
Net investment income 5.36% 5.42% 5.65% 5.65% 5.33%
Portfolio turnover 15% 27% 25% 54% 62%
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Class B
-------------------------------------------------------------
From
Inception
Year Ended November 30, 3/16/94 to
1997 1996 1995 11/30/94
----------- ----------- ----------- -------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Net asset value, beginning of period $11.32 $11.44 $10.12 $11.21
Income from investment operations
Net investment income 0.50 0.52 0.53 0.39
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) 0.06 (0.12) 1.35 (1.09)
-------- -------- -------- ----------
Total from investment operations 0.56 0.40 1.88 (0.70)
-------- -------- -------- ----------
Less distributions
Dividends from net investment income (0.50) (0.52) (0.53) (0.39)
Dividends from net realized gains (0.16) -- (0.03) --
-------- -------- -------- ----------
Total distributions (0.66) (0.52) (0.56) (0.39)
-------- -------- -------- ----------
Change in net asset value (0.10) (0.12) 1.32 (1.09)
-------- -------- -------- ----------
Net asset value, end of period $11.22 $11.32 $11.44 $10.12
======== ======== ======== ==========
Total return(1) 5.13% 3.60% 19.07% (6.42%)(3)
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (thousands) $5,797 $4,762 $3,142 $1,147
Ratio to average net assets of:
Operating expenses 1.71% 1.69% 1.72% 1.54%(2)
Net investment income 4.60% 4.68% 4.90% 5.07%(2)
Portfolio turnover 15% 27% 25% 54%
</TABLE>
(1) Maximum sales charges are not reflected in the total return calculation.
(2) Annualized
(3) Not annualized
(4) Includes reimbursement of operating expenses by investment adviser of
$0.03.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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PHOENIX MID CAP PORTFOLIO
INVESTOR PROFILE
Phoenix Mid Cap Portfolio is designed for long-term investors seeking
long-term capital appreciation, primarily through investments in
mid-capitalization stocks.
INVESTMENT ADVISER'S REPORT
Phoenix Mid Cap Portfolio Class A shares returned 8.12% and Class B shares
returned 7.27% for the 12 months ended November 30, 1997. During the same
period, the S&P MidCap 400 Index returned 27.47%. All performance figures
assume reinvestment of dividends and exclude the effect of sales charges.
During the last six months of the reporting period, mid-cap stocks staged
a strong recovery, outperforming large-cap stocks. However, this outperformance
came to a halt during the October market correction spurred by the Southeast
Asian currency crisis. We continue to believe the mid-cap arena offers more
opportunities for thematic investing, higher earnings growth rates and more
attractive valuations compared to large-cap stocks. Moreover, mid-cap stocks
have less international earnings exposure than large multinationals, which
should help insulate them against international earnings disappointments.
The Fund's performance was helped by our Energy Technology theme, which is
capitalizing on rising global energy demand. This theme represents companies
that provide productivity-enhancing solutions to the world's exploration and
production companies. Another positive contributor was our Deregulating
Financial Services theme, which represents banks, brokerages and insurance
companies experiencing above-average earnings growth and industry
consolidation. Performance was hindered by our technology and health-care
holdings.
OUTLOOK
We believe that the Portfolio is well-positioned for the current
investment climate, which is characterized by continued concerns over Asia. Our
long-term outlook remains constructive. Although valuation levels have risen,
the economy continues to grow, inflation remains benign and the outlook for
overall corporate earnings is still positive. Our driving investment themes
should serve us well in this climate.
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[Tabular representation of line chart]
Phoenix MidCap
S&P MidCap 400* Portfolio--Class A
11/1/89 $10,000 $ 9,525
11/30/89 $10,221 $ 9,800
11/30/90 $ 9,493 $11,491
11/30/91 $13,482 $16,178
11/30/92 $16,324 $18,838
11/30/93 $18,373 $20,522
11/30/94 $18,369 $20,733
11/30/95 $24,335 $26,512
11/30/96 $28,903 $30,095
11/30/97 $36,842 $32,540
Average Annual Total Returns
for Periods Ending 11/30/97
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
From Inception From Inception
11/1/89 to 7/18/94 to
1 Year 5 Years 11/30/97 11/30/97
---------- ----------- ---------------- ---------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Class A with 4.75% sales charge 2.99% 10.47% 15.72% --
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class A at net asset value 8.12% 11.55% 16.41% --
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B with CDSC 3.49% -- -- 13.69%
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class B at net asset value 7.27% -- -- 14.10%
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
S&P MidCap 400* 27.47% 17.68% 17.50% 21.89%
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</TABLE>
This chart assumes an initial gross investment of $10,000 made on 11/1/89
(inception of the Fund) for Class A shares. The total return for Class A shares
reflects the maximum sales charge of 4.75% on the initial investment and
assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains. Class B share performance
will be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception date,
fees and sales charges. The total return (since inception 7/18/94) for Class B
shares reflects the 5% contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC), which is
applicable on all shares redeemed during the 1st year after purchase and 4% for
all shares redeemed during the 2nd year after purchase (scaled down to 3%--3rd
year; 2%--4th and 5th year and 0% thereafter). Returns indicate past
performance, which is not predictive of future performance. Investment return
and net asset value will fluctuate, so that your shares, when redeemed, may be
worth more or less than the original cost.
*The S&P MidCap 400 is an unmanaged index composed of companies with market
capitalizations between $300 million and $5 billion. Performance is calculated
on a total return basis, as reported by Frank Russell Co. The S&P MidCap 400's
performance does not reflect sales charges.
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INVESTMENTS AT NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
SHARES VALUE
--------- ------------
<S> <C> <C>
COMMON STOCKS--83.8%
Airlines--3.3%
AMR Corp. (b) ........................... 45,000 $ 5,453,438
Alaska Air Group, Inc. (b) ............... 87,400 3,266,575
Southwest Airlines Co. .................. 150,000 3,665,625
-----------
12,385,638
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Banks--4.5%
Republic New York Corp. .................. 60,000 6,525,000
Wachovia Corp. ........................... 45,000 3,465,000
Washington Mutual, Inc. .................. 100,000 6,912,500
-----------
16,902,500
-----------
Beverages (Non-Alcoholic)--1.7%
Coca-Cola Enterprises, Inc. ............ 210,000 6,418,125
-----------
Broadcasting (Television, Radio & Cable)--1.5%
Heftel Broadcasting Corp. Class A (b) ... 75,500 5,577,562
-----------
Communications Equipment--1.9%
Ciena Corp. (b) ........................ 135,000 7,290,000
-----------
Computers (Peripherals)--1.0%
EMC Corp. (b) ........................... 120,000 3,637,500
-----------
Computers (Software & Services)--5.9%
BMC Software, Inc. (b) .................. 120,000 7,785,000
Computer Associates International, Inc. 137,500 7,158,594
Compuware Corp. (b) ..................... 105,000 3,668,437
PeopleSoft, Inc. (b) ..................... 59,000 3,860,813
-----------
22,472,844
-----------
Distributors (Food & Health)--3.0%
Cardinal Health, Inc. .................. 150,000 11,362,500
-----------
Electronics (Component Distributors)--1.9%
Grainger (W.W.), Inc. .................. 75,000 7,021,875
-----------
Electronics (Semiconductors)--0.7%
Integrated Circuit Systems, Inc. (b) ... 93,000 2,615,625
-----------
Entertainment--1.8%
Liberty Media Group (b) .................. 200,000 6,750,000
-----------
Financial (Diversified)--4.7%
Franklin Resources, Inc. ............... 60,000 5,392,500
Greenpoint Financial Corp. ............... 90,000 5,996,250
Price (T. Rowe) Associates ............... 100,000 6,500,000
-----------
17,888,750
-----------
Foods--3.3%
Interstate Bakeries Corp. ............... 360,000 12,442,500
-----------
Health Care (Diversified)--1.0%
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. ............... 40,000 3,745,000
-----------
Health Care (Drugs--Major Pharmaceuticals)--1.4%
Lilly (Eli) & Co. ........................ 80,000 5,045,000
Viropharma, Inc. (b) ..................... 20,000 362,500
-----------
5,407,500
-----------
Health Care (Hospital Management)--1.2%
HBO & Co. .............................. 100,000 4,487,500
-----------
Health Care (Long Term Care)--2.1%
HEALTHSOUTH Corp. (b) .................. 300,000 7,875,000
-----------
SHARES VALUE
--------- ------------
<S> <C> <C>
Health Care (Medical Products & Supplies)--3.3%
ATL Ultrasound, Inc. (b) ............... 40,000 $ 1,720,000
Guidant Corp. ........................... 57,000 3,662,250
Mentor Corp. ........................... 100,000 3,400,000
Sofamor Danek Group, Inc. (b) ............ 55,000 3,870,625
-----------
12,652,875
-----------
Health Care (Specialized Services)--0.6%
Covance, Inc. (b) ........................ 120,000 2,175,000
-----------
Household Furn. & Appliances--0.3%
Ethan Allen Interiors, Inc. ............ 30,300 1,166,550
-----------
Insurance (Life/Health)--3.2%
Jefferson-Pilot Corp. .................. 110,000 8,394,375
Torchmark Corp. ........................ 92,000 3,772,000
-----------
12,166,375
-----------
Insurance (Multi-Line)--3.7%
SunAmerica, Inc. ........................ 135,000 5,467,500
TIG Holdings, Inc. ..................... 140,000 4,506,250
Travelers Property Casualty Corp.
Class A .............................. 103,500 4,114,125
-----------
14,087,875
-----------
Insurance (Property-Casualty)--1.5%
St. Paul Co., Inc. ..................... 72,000 5,760,000
-----------
Investment Banking/Brokerage--1.1%
Charles Schwab Corp. ..................... 105,000 4,049,062
-----------
Oil & Gas (Drilling & Equipment)--10.3%
BJ Services Co. (b) ..................... 145,000 10,412,813
Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc. ......... 100,000 4,987,500
Rowan Companies, Inc. (b) ............... 250,000 8,500,000
Smith International, Inc. (b) ............ 115,000 7,360,000
Transocean Offshore, Inc. ............... 160,000 7,590,000
-----------
38,850,313
-----------
Oil & Gas (Exploration & Production)--1.5%
Apache Corp. ........................... 160,000 5,880,000
-----------
Retail (General Merchandise)--5.7%
Borders Group, Inc. (b) .................. 300,000 8,568,750
Kohl's Corp. (b) ........................ 180,000 13,027,500
-----------
21,596,250
-----------
Services (Advertising/Marketing)--2.3%
Outdoor Systems, Inc. (b) ............... 278,850 8,609,494
-----------
Services (Commercial & Consumer)--0.3%
Galileo International, Inc. ............ 50,000 1,340,625
-----------
Telephone--2.6%
Teleport Communications Group, Inc.
Class A (b) ........................... 200,000 9,800,000
-----------
Textiles (Apparel)--6.3%
Jones Apparel Group, Inc. (b) ............ 185,000 9,018,750
Liz Claiborne, Inc. ..................... 130,000 6,532,500
Nautica Enterprises, Inc. (b) ............ 300,000 8,418,750
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23,970,000
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</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
SHARES VALUE
-------- -------------
<S> <C> <C>
Truckers--0.2%
CNF Transportation, Inc. ............ 20,000 $ 870,000
------------
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
(Identified cost $261,640,777) ............... 317,254,838
------------
FOREIGN COMMON STOCKS--0.5%
Biotechnology--0.5%
Elan PLC Sponsored ADR (Ireland) (b) 38,900 2,051,975
------------
TOTAL FOREIGN COMMON STOCKS
(Identified cost $2,047,821).................. 2,051,975
------------
TOTAL LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS--84.3%
(Identified cost $263,688,598) ............... 319,306,813
------------
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000)
------------- --------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS--22.1%
Commercial Paper--21.0%
BellSouth Telecommunications,
Inc. 5.75%, 12/1/97 ...... A-1+ $2,600 2,600,000
Koch Industries, Inc. 5.53%,
12/1/97 .................. A-1+ 4,765 4,765,000
Koch Industries, Inc. 5.62%,
12/1/97 .................. A-1+ 1,930 1,930,000
Pitney Bowes Credit Corp.
5.56%, 12/1/97 ............ A-1+ 1,345 1,345,000
Vermont American Corp.
5.70%, 12/1/97 ............ A-1+ 8,517 8,517,000
Deutsche Bank Financial
5.53%, 12/2/97 ............ A-1+ 2,480 2,479,619
International Lease Finance
Corp. 5.52%, 12/2/97 ...... A-1 6,570 6,568,993
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
------------- --------- --------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Commercial Paper--continued
BellSouth Telecommunications,
Inc. 5.53%, 12/3/97 ...... A-1+ $ 7,000 $ 6,997,849
Ameritech Corp. 5.57%,
12/4/97 .................. A-1+ 1,136 1,135,473
Corporate Receivables Corp.
5.60%, 12/4/97 ............ A-1 700 699,673
BellSouth Telecommunications,
Inc. 5.55%, 12/8/97 ...... A-1+ 5,000 4,994,604
Du Pont (E.I.) de Nemours &
Co. 5.54%, 12/9/97 ...... A-1+ 5,000 4,993,844
Du Pont (E.I.) de Nemours &
Co. 5.54%, 12/10/97 ...... A-1+ 5,265 5,257,708
Abbott Laboratories 5.48%,
12/11/97 .................. A-1+ 9,160 9,146,056
Coca-Cola Co. 5.56%,
12/11/97 .................. A-1+ 3,485 3,479,618
Abbott Laboratories 5.52%,
12/12/97 .................. A-1+ 455 454,233
Deutsche Bank Financial
5.56%, 12/17/97 ......... A-1+ 10,000 9,975,289
Private Export Funding Corp.
5.67%, 1/20/98 ............ A-1+ 4,000 3,968,500
--------------
79,308,459
--------------
Federal Agency Securities--1.1%
FHLMC 5.63%, 12/1/97 .................. 4,190 4,190,000
--------------
TOTAL SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS
(Identified cost $83,498,459) ..................... 83,498,459
--------------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--106.4%
(Identified cost $347,187,057) ..................... 402,805,272(a)
Cash and receivables, less liabilities--(6.4)% ... (24,169,022)
--------------
NET ASSETS--100.0% ................................. $ 378,636,250
==============
</TABLE>
(a) Federal Income Tax Information: Net unrealized appreciation of investment
securities is comprised of gross appreciation of $57,666,829 and gross
depreciation of $2,130,922 for federal income tax purposes. At November
30, 1997, the aggregate cost of securities for federal income tax purposes
was $347,269,365.
(b) Non-income producing.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Assets
Investment securities at value
(Identified cost $347,187,057) $402,805,272
Cash 5,589
Receivables
Investment securities sold 2,511,986
Dividends and interest 124,587
Fund shares sold 72,753
------------
Total assets 405,520,187
------------
Liabilities
Payables
Investment securities purchased 25,863,915
Fund shares repurchased 421,222
Investment advisory fee 235,746
Transfer agent fee 137,861
Distribution fee 89,713
Financial agent fee 13,704
Trustees' fee 292
Accrued expenses 121,484
------------
Total liabilities 26,883,937
------------
Net Assets $378,636,250
============
Net Assets Consist of:
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest $288,268,160
Accumulated net realized gain 34,749,875
Net unrealized appreciation 55,618,215
------------
Net Assets $378,636,250
============
Class A
Shares of beneficial interest outstanding, $1 par value,
unlimited authorization (Net Assets $360,053,199) 17,444,849
Net asset value per share $ 20.64
Offering price per share
$20.64/(1-4.75%) $ 21.67
Class B
Shares of beneficial interest outstanding, $1 par value,
unlimited authorization (Net Assets $18,583,051) 924,153
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 20.11
</TABLE>
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Investment Income
Dividends $ 2,465,050
Interest 2,251,951
Security lending 320,180
-----------
Total investment income 5,037,181
-----------
Expenses
Investment advisory fee 3,027,757
Distribution fee--Class A 966,258
Distribution fee--Class B 171,978
Financial agent fee 168,694
Transfer agent 893,293
Printing 87,971
Registration 39,983
Professional 39,919
Custodian 33,369
Trustees 21,089
Miscellaneous 37,701
-----------
Total expenses 5,488,012
-----------
Net investment loss (450,831)
-----------
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments
Net realized gain on securities 36,321,860
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on
investments (8,036,315)
-----------
Net gain on investments 28,285,545
-----------
Net increase in net assets resulting from
operations $27,834,714
===========
</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Year Ended Year Ended
November 30, 1997 November 30, 1996
------------------- ------------------
<S> <C> <C>
From Operations
Net investment income (loss) $ (450,831) $ (914,819)
Net realized gain 36,321,860 53,975,757
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) (8,036,315) 7,327,088
-------------- --------------
Increase in net assets resulting from operations 27,834,714 60,388,026
-------------- --------------
From Distributions to Shareholders
Net realized gains--Class A (51,980,339) (63,370,772)
Net realized gains--Class B (2,025,912) (1,485,800)
-------------- --------------
Decrease in net assets from distributions to shareholders (54,006,251) (64,856,572)
-------------- --------------
From Share Transactions
Class A
Proceeds from sales of shares (2,046,000 and 4,975,113 shares, respectively) 41,010,257 98,337,401
Net asset value of shares issued from reinvestment of distributions (2,624,028 and
3,203,933 shares, respectively) 49,101,364 59,432,948
Cost of shares repurchased (8,074,195 and 9,465,735 shares, respectively) (156,230,117) (189,179,115)
-------------- --------------
Total (66,118,496) (31,408,766)
-------------- --------------
Class B
Proceeds from sales of shares (229,655 and 391,167 shares, respectively) 4,456,304 7,718,870
Net asset value of shares issued from reinvestment of distributions (102,293 and
74,668 shares, respectively) 1,877,087 1,371,654
Cost of shares repurchased (234,195 and 138,583 shares, respectively) (4,479,411) (2,722,739)
-------------- --------------
Total 1,853,980 6,367,785
-------------- --------------
Decrease in net assets from share transactions (64,264,516) (25,040,981)
-------------- --------------
Net decrease in net assets (90,436,053) (29,509,527)
Net Assets
Beginning of period 469,072,303 498,581,830
-------------- --------------
End of period (including undistributed net investment income of $0 and
$0, respectively) $ 378,636,250 $ 469,072,303
============== ==============
</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
(Selected data for a share outstanding throughout the indicated period)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Class A
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Year Ended November 30,
1997 1996 1995 1994 1993
------------------ ------------------ --------------- ----------------- -----------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Net asset value, beginning of period $21.65 $22.03 $18.03 $18.70 $17.95
Income from investment operations(5)
Net investment income (loss) (0.02)(1) (0.03)(1) 0.05(1) 0.11 0.11
Net realized and unrealized gain 1.52 2.53 4.74 0.10 1.44
-------- --------- -------- ------ --------
Total from investment operations 1.50 2.50 4.79 0.21 1.55
-------- --------- -------- ------ --------
Less distributions
Dividends from net investment income -- -- (0.06) (0.10) (0.13)
Dividends from net realized gains (2.51) (2.88) (0.73) (0.78) (0.67)
-------- --------- -------- ------ --------
Total distributions (2.51) (2.88) (0.79) (0.88) (0.80)
-------- --------- -------- ------ --------
Change in net asset value (1.01) (0.38) 4.00 (0.67) 0.75
-------- --------- -------- ------ --------
Net asset value, end of period $20.64 $21.65 $22.03 $18.03 $18.70
========== ========= ======== ====== ========
Total return(2) 8.12% 13.52% 27.87% 1.03% 8.94%
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (thousands) $360,053 $ 451,474 $487,674 $419,760 $426,027
Ratio to average net assets of:
Operating expenses 1.33% 1.35% 1.42% 1.36% 1.34%
Net investment income (loss) (0.08)% (0.17)% 0.28% 0.59% 0.64%
Portfolio turnover 161% 242% 218% 227% 174%
Average commission rate paid(6) $0.0542 $0.0504 N/A N/A N/A
Class B
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From
Year Ended November 30, Inception
7/18/94 to
1997 1996 1995 11/30/94
-------------- -------------- ------------ ------------
Net asset value, beginning of period $21.30 $21.85 $17.97 $17.68
Income from investment operations(5)
Net investment income (loss) (0.16)(1) (0.18)(1) (0.12)(1) (0.01)
Net realized and unrealized gain 1.47 2.51 4.75 0.30
-------------- -------------- ------------ ----------
Total from investment operations 1.31 2.33 4.63 0.29
-------------- -------------- ------------ ----------
Less distributions
Dividends from net investment income -- -- (0.02) --
Dividends from net realized gains (2.50) (2.88) (0.73) --
-------------- -------------- ------------ ----------
Total distributions (2.50) (2.88) (0.75) --
-------------- -------------- ------------ ----------
Change in net asset value (1.19) (0.55) 3.88 0.29
-------------- -------------- ------------ ----------
Net asset value, end of period $20.11 $21.30 $21.85 $17.97
============== ============== ============ ==========
Total return(2) 7.27% 12.75% 26.92% 1.64%(4)
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (thousands) $18,583 $17,599 $10,908 $1,519
Ratio to average net assets of:
Operating expenses 2.08% 2.11% 2.18% 2.05%(3)
Net investment income (loss) (0.85)% (0.92)% (0.58)% (0.23)%(3)
Portfolio turnover 161% 242% 218% 227%
Average commission rate paid(6) $0.0542 $0.0504 N/A N/A
</TABLE>
(1) Computed using average shares outstanding.
(2) Maximum sales charges are not reflected in the total return calculation.
(3) Annualized
(4) Not annualized
(5) Distributions are made in accordance with the prospectus; however, class
level per share income from investment operations may vary from
anticipated results depending on the timing of share purchases and
redemptions.
(6) For fiscal years beginning on or after September 1, 1995, a fund is
required to disclose its average commission rate per share for securities
trades on which commissions are charged. This rate generally does not
reflect mark-ups, mark-downs, or spreads on shares traded on a principal
basis.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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PHOENIX INTERNATIONAL PORTFOLIO
INVESTOR PROFILE
Phoenix International Portfolio is designed for long-term investors
seeking above-average capital appreciation. Foreign investing involves special
risks, such as currency fluctuation, less public disclosure and economic and
political risks.
INVESTMENT ADVISER'S REPORT
Class A shares returned 8.21% and Class B shares earned 7.37% for the
fiscal year ended November 30, 1997 compared to a negative return of 0.13% for
the EAFE Index and a positive return of 4.88% for a peer group of 410
international funds, according to Lipper Analytical Services, Inc. All
performance figures are stated in U.S. dollars, assume reinvestment of
dividends and exclude the effect of sales charges.
The Fund benefited from its overweighted positions in Europe and Latin
America, as well as from currency hedges established during the first part of
the year. Almost all of our holdings outperformed their respective country
indices, except for the Netherlands and Sweden. Holdings in the U.K. were a
slight drag on performance as the U.K. market underperformed the rest of
Europe. The Fund also benefited from almost no exposure to Asia and an
underweighted position in Japan.
European markets produced the best regional performance. Denmark, Finland,
Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Switzerland all rose more than 40% (in local
currency). Germany rose 37.7%, and France was up 23.4%. European markets have
responded well to slowly improving economic growth, cross-border mergers and
acquisitions and improving corporate awareness of shareholder value. The UK has
lagged slightly due to its more advanced stage in the economic cycle and an
increase in interest rates.
The Japanese market was down as the effect of the weaker yen waned and the
economy sputtered after tax increases in April. Hong Kong, Malaysia and
Thailand all experienced large declines. Performance in the smaller markets was
extremely weak. The entire region will continue to suffer until policies to
reform imbalances in the banking system are enacted, and the extent of the bad
debt problem is realized.
Latin America, as well as some of the emerging markets of Europe and the
Middle East, were the success stories of the past 12 months. The Fund's
overweight position in Latin America has added to performance with the
exception of the month of November when problems in Asia spilled over into
South America. Privatization and deregulation, restructuring of financial
systems and enactment of sounder fiscal policies have led to lower interest
rates in Mexico and Brazil, restarting growth in the region.
OUTLOOK
We expect continued economic recovery in Europe coupled with relatively
low interest rates. We would hope to see a new round of restructuring started
by corporate Japan, but there are few signs at the moment. We expect to
maintain minimal exposure until we see indications of change.
In Asia, we hope to see the extent of the bad debt problem in the banking
system clarified when 1997 results are released. When clear action is taken,
the markets will have a basis upon which to rebuild confidence in the region.
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[Tabular representation of line chart]
MSCI EAFE EAFE Excluding Phoenix International
Index* Japan Portfolio--Class A
11/1/89 $10,000 $10,000 $ 9,525
11/30/89 $10,505 $10,493 $ 9,943
11/30/90 $ 8,230 $11,221 $ 9,869
11/30/91 $ 8,946 $11,982 $10,685
11/30/92 $ 8,251 $12,209 $ 9,626
11/30/93 $10,284 $15,583 $11,989
11/30/94 $11,841 $16,977 $13,569
11/30/95 $12,776 $19,853 $14,127
11/30/96 $14,321 $24,498 $16,816
11/30/97 $14,303** $27,723** $18,195
Average Annual Total Returns
for Periods Ending 11/30/97
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
From Inception From Inception
11/1/89 to 7/15/94 to
1 Year 5 Years 11/30/97 11/30/97
---------- ----------- ---------------- ---------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Class A with 4.75% sales charge 3.08% 12.47% 7.69% --
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Class A at net asset value 8.21% 13.58% 8.34% --
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Class B with CDSC 3.56% -- -- 7.33%
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Class B at net asset value 7.37% -- -- 7.82%
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The Morgan Stanley Capital
International EAFE Index* -0.13% 11.63% 4.53%** 5.23%***
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</TABLE>
This chart assumes an initial gross investment of $10,000 made on 11/1/89
(inception of the Fund) for Class A shares. The total return for Class A shares
reflects the maximum sales charge of 4.75% on the initial investment and
assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains. Class B share performance
will be greater or less than that shown based on differences in inception date,
fees and sales charges. The total return (since inception 7/15/94) for Class B
shares reflects the 5% contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC), which is
applicable on all shares redeemed during the 1st year after purchase and 4% for
all shares redeemed during the 2nd year after purchase (scaled down to 3%--3rd
year; 2%--4th and 5th year and 0% thereafter). Returns indicate past
performance, which is not predictive of future performance. Investment return
and net asset value will fluctuate, so that your shares, when redeemed, may be
worth more or less than the original cost.
*The Morgan Stanley Capital International EAFE Index is an unmanaged, commonly
used measure of foreign stock fund performance which includes net dividends
reinvested. The EAFE index is an aggregate of 19 individual country indexes
in Europe, Australia, New Zealand and the Far East. The index's performance
does not reflect sales charges.
**Index information from 10/31/89 to 11/30/97.
***Index information from 6/30/94 to 11/30/97.
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INVESTMENTS AT NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
SHARES VALUE
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<S> <C> <C>
FOREIGN COMMON STOCKS--80.4%
Australia--0.6%
Westpac Banking Corporation Ltd.
(Banks) ................................. 131,000 $ 823,792
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Canada--3.0%
Bank of Montreal (Banks) .................. 35,400 1,515,828
Northern Telecom Ltd. (Communications
Equipment) .............................. 29,800 2,679,781
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4,195,609
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Finland--3.5%
Nokia Oyj Class A (Communications
Equipment) .............................. 31,300 2,518,796
Nokia Oyj Sponsored ADR
(Communications Equipment) (c) ............ 9,000 748,125
Raisio Group PLC (Foods) .................. 15,000 1,724,817
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4,991,738
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France--9.4%
Alcatel Alsthom (Communications
Equipment) .............................. 19,600 2,456,889
Axa-UAP (Insurance (Multi-Line)) ............ 24,931 1,809,202
Banque Nationale de Paris (Banks) ......... 30,500 1,487,956
Bertrand Faure SA (Auto Parts &
Equipment) .............................. 29,300 1,995,223
Grand Optical Photoservice (Retail) ......... 4,300 745,147
Rhone-Poulenc (Healthcare (Diversified))..... 31,100 1,398,167
Total SA (Oil (Integrated)) ............... 32,800 3,444,795
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13,337,379
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Germany--2.6%
Adidas AG (Textiles (Apparel)) ............ 16,150 2,275,357
Muenchener Rueckversicherungs-
Gesellschaft AG (Insurance
(Reinsurance)) ........................... 4,400 1,374,533
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3,649,890
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Hong Kong--0.0%
Henderson China Holding Ltd. (Real
Estate) ................................. 780 691
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Hungary--0.4%
Matav Rt. Sponsored ADR (Utility-
Telephone) (b) ........................... 25,000 506,250
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Italy--4.2%
Banca Fideuram SPA (Financial
(Diversified)) ........................... 173,100 721,229
Ericsson SPA (Communications
Equipment) .............................. 30,000 1,163,161
Mediolanum SPA (Financial (Diversified)) ... 61,000 1,028,992
Telecom Italia Mobile SPA
(Telecommunications
(Cellular/Wireless)) ..................... 365,000 1,477,489
Telecom Italia SPA (Utility-Telephone) ...... 255,000 1,589,277
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5,980,148
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SHARES VALUE
--------- ------------
<S> <C> <C>
Japan--1.1%
Credit Saison Co. Ltd. (Consumer Credit) ... 16,400 $ 411,205
Nintendo Co. Ltd. (Leisure Time
(Products)) .............................. 7,000 723,996
Sankyo Co. Ltd. (Health Care (Drugs-
Major Pharmaceuticals)) .................. 13,000 414,574
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1,549,775
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Netherlands--9.5%
Benckiser NV Class B (Cosmetics &
Soaps) (b) .............................. 21,000 737,361
Getronics NV (Computers (Software &
Services)) .............................. 68,700 2,360,385
ING Groep NV (Financial (Diversified)) ...... 32,500 1,320,992
Oce NV (Office Equipment
& Supplies) .............................. 11,100 1,264,727
Philips Electronics NV
(Electrical/Electronics) .................. 40,600 2,681,614
VNU-Verenigde Bezit (Publishing) ............ 96,400 2,308,285
Vendex International NV (Retail (General
Merchandise)) ........................... 52,300 2,730,892
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13,404,256
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Norway--0.5%
Smedvig ASA A Shares (Oil Service) ......... 28,600 755,593
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Poland--0.5%
Amica Wronki SA (Manufacturing
(Consumer Durables)) (b) .................. 42,000 736,217
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Portugal--3.0%
Brisa-Auto Estradas de Portugal SA
(Utility-Toll Road) (b) .................. 3,100 95,162
Portugal Telecom SA (Utility-Telephone) ... 47,500 2,187,725
Telecel-Comunicacoes Pessoais SA
(Telecommunications
(Cellular/Wireless)) (b) .................. 21,300 1,950,225
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4,233,112
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Spain--5.4%
Banco Santander SA (Banks) .................. 51,900 1,569,616
Dragados & Construcciones SA
(Construction) ........................... 28,500 605,834
Endesa SA (Utility-Electric) ............... 68,000 1,279,061
Tabacalera SA (Tobacco) ..................... 24,000 1,834,702
Telefonica de Espana (Utility-Telephone)..... 79,200 2,283,722
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7,572,935
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Sweden--0.5%
Biora AB (Health Care (Medical Products
& Supplies)) (b) ........................ 38,200 390,861
Biora AB Sponsored ADR (Health Care
(Medical Products & Supplies)) (b) ...... 14,000 278,250
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669,111
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</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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<CAPTION>
SHARES VALUE
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<S> <C> <C>
Switzerland--12.5%
Ares-Serono Group Bearer Shares (Health
Care (Diversified)) ..................... 1,300 $ 2,256,944
Ciba Specialty Chemicals AG Registered
Shares (Chemicals (Specialty)) (b) ...... 16,100 1,713,787
Credit Suisse Group Registered Shares
(Financial (Diversified)) ............... 15,500 2,266,940
Novartis AG Registered Shares (Health
Care (Drugs-Major Pharmaceuticals)) ...... 3,040 4,857,688
Roche Holding AG (Health Care
(Diversified)) ........................... 150 1,342,593
Schweizerische Lebensversicherungs
(Insurance (Life/Health)) ............... 2,900 1,928,451
Zurich Versichierungs Registered Shares
(Financial (Diversified)) ............... 7,710 3,244,950
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17,611,353
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United Kingdom--23.7%
British Aerospace PLC
(Aerospace/Defense) ..................... 140,500 3,835,046
British Petroleum Co. PLC (Oil
(Integrated)) ........................... 177,000 2,424,617
British Petroleum Co. PLC Sponsored
ADR (Oil (Integrated)) (c) ............... 6,500 539,500
Compass Group PLC (Service (Catering))...... 149,300 1,776,003
GKN PLC (Engineering) ..................... 88,700 1,932,420
Granada Group PLC (Leisure Time
(Products)) .............................. 61,000 871,575
Legal & General Group PLC (Insurance
(Life)) ................................. 188,000 1,585,409
Lloyds TSB Group PLC (Financial
(Diversified)) ........................... 354,500 4,067,641
Misys PLC (Computers (Software &
Services)) .............................. 40,600 1,142,410
Next PLC (Retail (General Merchandise))..... 250,500 3,131,778
Norwich Union PLC 144A (Insurance
(Life/Health)) (b) (d) .................. 140,000 845,661
Rentokil Initial PLC (Service (Catering)) 408,000 1,720,337
Shell Transport & Trading Co. PLC (Oil
(Integrated)) ........................... 378,000 2,587,405
Siebe PLC (Electrical Equipment) ......... 89,000 1,616,546
Vodafone Group PLC
(Telecommunications
(Cellular/Wireless)) ..................... 255,000 1,692,839
WPP Group PLC (Services
(Advertising/Marketing)) ............... 552,000 2,469,351
Williams PLC (Manufacturing (Fire
Safety/Security Products)) ............... 243,000 1,334,760
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33,573,298
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</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
SHARES VALUE
-------- --------------
<S> <C> <C>
TOTAL FOREIGN COMMON STOCKS
(Identified cost $95,390,345)............... $ 113,591,147
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PREFERRED STOCKS--2.6%
Germany--2.6%
SAP AG-Vorzug Pfd. (Computers
(Software & Services)) ............ 12,100 3,725,082
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TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
(Identified cost $2,944,141) ............... 3,725,082
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WARRANTS--0.1%
France--0.1%
Rhone-Poulenc Warrant (Personal Care)
(b) .............................. 51,700 191,793
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TOTAL WARRANTS
(Identified cost $170,026).................. 191,793
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TOTAL LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS--83.1%
(Identified cost $98,504,512)............... 117,508,022
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</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000)
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<S> <C> <C> <C>
SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS--17.6%
Commercial Paper--13.8%
Donnelley (R.R.) & Sons Co.
5.52%, 12/1/97 ............ A-1 $3,500 3,500,000
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. 5.55%,
12/3/97 .................. A-1+ 5,000 4,998,458
Private Export Funding Corp.
5.75%, 12/5/97 ............ A-1+ 3,095 3,093,023
Exxon Imperial U.S., Inc.
5.52%, 12/11/97 ............ A-1+ 1,315 1,312,984
Du Pont (E.I.) de Nemours &
Co. 5.57%, 12/12/97 ...... A-1+ 3,680 3,673,737
Heinz (H.J.) Co. 5.55%,
12/22/97 .................. A-1 2,000 1,993,525
Enterprise Funding Corp.
5.73%, 2/25/98 ............ A-1+ 1,000 986,520
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19,558,247
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Federal Agency Securities--3.8%
FNMA 5.48%, 12/4/97 ..................... 5,410 5,407,529
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TOTAL SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS
(Identified cost $24,965,567) ..................... 24,965,776
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TOTAL INVESTMENTS--100.7%
(Identified cost $123,470,079) ..................... 142,473,798(a)
Cash and receivables, less liabilities--(0.7%) ... (976,111)
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NET ASSETS--100.0% ................................. $ 141,497,687
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</TABLE>
(a) Federal Income Tax Information: Net unrealized appreciation of investment
securities is comprised of gross appreciation of $20,893,484 and gross
depreciation of $1,889,765 for federal income tax purposes. At November
30, 1997, the aggregate cost of securities for federal income tax purposes
was $123,470,079.
(b) Non-income producing.
(c) All or a portion segregated as collateral.
(d) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of
1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from
registration normally to qualified institutional buyers. At November 30,
1997, these securities amounted to a value of $845,661 or 0.6% of net
assets.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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INDUSTRY DIVERSIFICATION
As a Percentage of Total Value of Long-Term Investments
(Unaudited)
Aerospace/Defense ................................. 3.3%
Auto Parts & Equipment .............................. 1.7
Banks ............................................. 4.6
Chemicals (Specialty) .............................. 1.5
Communications Equipment ........................... 8.1
Computers (Software & Services) ..................... 6.1
Construction ....................................... 0.5
Consumer Credit .................................... 0.3
Cosmetics & Soaps ................................. 0.6
Electrical/Electronics .............................. 2.3
Electrical Equipment .............................. 1.4
Engineering ....................................... 1.6
Financial (Diversified) ........................... 10.8
Foods ............................................. 1.5
Health Care (Diversified) ........................... 4.2
Health Care (Drugs-Major Pharmaceuticals) ......... 4.5
Health Care (Medical Products & Supplies) ......... 0.6
Insurance (Life) .................................... 1.3
Insurance (Life/Health) ........................... 2.4
Insurance (Multi-Line) .............................. 1.5
Insurance (Reinsurance) ........................... 1.2
Leisure Time (Products) ........................... 1.4
Manufacturing (Consumer Durables) .................. 0.6
Manufacturing (Fire Safety/Security Products) ...... 1.1
Office Equipment & Supplies ........................ 1.1
Oil (Integrated) .................................... 7.6
Oil Service ....................................... 0.6
Personal Care ....................................... 0.2
Publishing .......................................... 2.0
Real Estate ....................................... 0.0
Retail ............................................. 0.6
Retail (General Merchandise) ........................ 5.0
Service (Catering) ................................. 3.0
Services (Advertising/Marketing) .................. 2.1
Telecommunications (Cellular/Wireless) ............ 4.4
Textiles (Apparel) ................................. 1.9
Tobacco ............................................. 1.6
Utility-Electric .................................... 1.1
Utility-Telephone ................................. 5.6
Utility-Toll Road ................................. 0.1
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100.0%
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See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Assets
Investment securities at value
(Identified cost $123,470,079) $142,473,798
Cash 8,575
Foreign currency at value
(Identified cost $6) 35
Receivables
Investment securities sold 168,474
Fund shares sold 155,734
Dividends and interest 123,434
Tax reclaim 52,627
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Total assets 142,982,677
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Liabilities
Payables
Closed foreign currency contracts 850,856
Fund shares repurchased 180,638
Investment securities purchased 72,774
Transfer agent fee 92,887
Investment advisory fee 87,011
Distribution fee 35,153
Financial agent fee 6,740
Trustees' fee 292
Accrued expenses 158,639
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Total liabilities 1,484,990
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Net Assets $141,497,687
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Net Assets Consist of:
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest $111,404,143
Distributions in excess of net investment income (332,438)
Accumulated net realized gain 11,420,415
Net unrealized appreciation 19,005,567
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Net Assets $141,497,687
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Class A
Shares of beneficial interest outstanding, $1 par value,
unlimited authorization (Net Assets $131,338,284) 9,453,645
Net asset value per share $ 13.89
Offering price per share
$13.89/(1-4.75%) $ 14.58
Class B
Shares of beneficial interest outstanding, $1 par value,
unlimited authorization (Net Assets $10,159,403) 749,072
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 13.56
</TABLE>
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Investment income
Dividends $ 2,012,556
Interest 714,509
Foreign taxes withheld (212,503)
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Total investment income 2,514,562
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Expenses
Investment advisory fee 1,062,391
Distribution fee--Class A 329,978
Distribution fee--Class B 96,609
Financial agent fee 78,454
Transfer agent 370,722
Custodian 189,272
Printing 51,106
Professional 36,637
Registration 28,939
Trustees 21,079
Miscellaneous 14,549
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Total expenses 2,279,736
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Net investment income 234,826
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Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments
Net realized gain on securities 13,013,448
Net realized loss on foreign currency transactions (1,570,339)
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
on investments (180,231)
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on
foreign currency and foreign currency transactions (442,095)
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Net gain on investments 10,820,783
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Net increase in net assets resulting from
operations $11,055,609
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</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Year Ended Year Ended
November 30, 1997 November 30, 1996
------------------- ------------------
<S> <C> <C>
From Operations
Net investment income $ 234,826 $ 430,320
Net realized gain 11,443,109 14,699,299
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) (622,326) 9,723,676
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Increase in net assets resulting from operations 11,055,609 24,853,295
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From Distributions to Shareholders
Net investment income--Class A (2,608,239) --
Net investment income--Class B (129,259) --
Net realized gains--Class A (12,021,547) (365,795)
Net realized gains--Class B (658,133) (9,318)
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Decrease in net assets from distributions to shareholders (15,417,178) (375,113)
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From Share Transactions
Class A
Proceeds from sales of shares (4,286,206 and 11,106,013 shares, respectively) 59,385,258 151,805,606
Net asset value of shares issued from reinvestment of distributions (1,013,490 and
27,365 shares, respectively) 12,960,134 332,491
Cost of shares repurchased (5,208,361 and 12,375,802 shares, respectively) (72,329,439) (169,679,302)
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Total 15,953 (17,541,205)
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Class B
Proceeds from sales of shares (728,032 and 357,180 shares, respectively) 9,939,001 4,778,686
Net asset value of shares issued from reinvestment of distributions (56,632 and
673 shares, respectively) 713,037 8,087
Cost of shares repurchased (524,764 and 138,908 shares, respectively) (7,287,447) (1,858,546)
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Total 3,364,591 2,928,227
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Increase (decrease) in net assets from share transactions 3,380,544 (14,612,978)
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets (981,025) 9,865,204
Net Assets
Beginning of period 142,478,712 132,613,508
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End of period (including distributions in excess of net investment
income and undistributed net investment income of
($332,438) and $2,213,316, respectively) $141,497,687 $142,478,712
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</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
(Selected data for a share outstanding throughout the indicated period)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Class A
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Year Ended November 30,
1997 1996 1995 1994 1993
--------------- --------------- --------------- ------------- ------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Net asset value, beginning of period $14.48 $12.20 $12.63 $11.16 $8.96
Income from investment operations(5)
Net investment income (loss) 0.03(1) 0.04(1) 0.03(1) (0.01) --
Net realized and unrealized gain 1.01 2.28 0.42 1.48 2.20
----------- ----------- ---------- --------- -------
Total from investment operations 1.04 2.32 0.45 1.47 2.20
----------- ----------- ---------- --------- -------
Less distributions
Dividends from net investment income (0.29) -- -- -- --
Dividends from net realized gains (1.34) (0.04) (0.88) -- --
----------- ----------- ---------- --------- -------
Total distributions (1.63) (0.04) (0.88) -- --
----------- ----------- ---------- --------- -------
Change in net asset value (0.59) 2.28 (0.43) 1.47 2.20
----------- ----------- ---------- --------- -------
Net asset value, end of period $13.89 $14.48 $12.20 $12.63 $11.16
============ ============ ========== ========= =======
Total return(2) 8.21% 19.03% 4.12% 13.17% 24.55%
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (thousands) $131,338 $135,524 $129,352 $167,918 $91,196
Ratio to average net assets of:
Operating expenses 1.56% 1.57% 1.70% 1.47% 1.78%
Net investment income (loss) 0.22% 0.33% 0.23% 0.20% (0.04)%
Portfolio turnover 167% 151% 236% 186% 191%
Average commission rate paid(6) $0.0177 $0.0205 N/A N/A N/A
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Class B
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From Inception
Year Ended November 30, 7/15/94 to
1997 1996 1995 11/30/94
----------------- ----------------- --------------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Net asset value, beginning of period $14.22 $12.07 $12.60 $12.80
Income from investment operations(5)
Net investment income (loss) (0.08)(1) (0.05)(1) (0.07)(1) (0.01)
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) 1.00 2.24 0.42 (0.19)
------- ------- --------- -----------
Total from investment operations 0.92 2.19 0.35 (0.20)
------- ------- --------- -----------
Less distributions
Dividends from net investment income (0.24) -- -- --
Dividends from net realized gains (1.34) (0.04) (0.88) --
------- ------- --------- -----------
Total distributions (1.58) (0.04) (0.88) --
------- ------- --------- -----------
Change in net asset value (0.66) 2.15 (0.53) (0.20)
------- ------- --------- -----------
Net asset value, end of period $13.56 $14.22 $12.07 $12.60
======= ======= ========= ===========
Total return(2) 7.37% 18.16% 3.28% (1.56)%(4)
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (thousands) $10,159 $6,955 $3,261 $1,991
Ratio to average net assets of:
Operating expenses 2.31% 2.31% 2.50% 1.93%(3)
Net investment income (loss) (0.55)% (0.39)% (0.61)% 0.36%(3)
Portfolio turnover 167% 151% 236 % 186%
Average commission rate paid(6) $0.0177 $0.0205 N/A N/A
</TABLE>
(1) Computed using average shares outstanding.
(2) Maximum sales charges are not reflected in the total return calculation.
(3) Annualized
(4) Not annualized
(5) Distributions are made in accordance with the prospectus; however, class
level per share income from investment operations may vary from anticipated
results depending on the timing of share purchases and redemptions.
(6) For fiscal years beginning on or after September 1, 1995, a fund is
required to disclose its average commission rate per share for securities
trades on which commissions are charged. This rate generally does not
reflect mark-ups, mark-downs, or spreads on shares traded on a principal
basis.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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PHOENIX REAL ESTATE SECURITIES PORTFOLIO
INVESTOR PROFILE
Phoenix Real Estate Securities Portfolio is designed for investors seeking
investment in a diversified portfolio of real estate investment trusts and real
estate operating companies. The Portfolio's objective is to emphasize
appreciation and current yield equally.
INVESTMENT ADVISER'S REPORT
For the fiscal year ended November 30, 1997, Phoenix Real Estate
Securities Portfolio provided a return of 31.44% for Class A shares and 30.44%
for Class B shares, outperforming the NAREIT Equity Total Return Index return
of 29.73%. All performance figures assume reinvestment of dividends and exclude
the effect of sales charges.
Our investment strategy has been to identify preferred property types and
markets based on fundamental analysis of the economic, demographic and real
estate market trends, and to identify companies that have significant exposure
to these preferred markets and that are expected to outperform on a relative
basis both within their sectors and the aggregate universe.
In 1997 as well as 1996, returns were enhanced by an overweighting in the
hotel and office sectors, the top-performing groups for the reporting period.
In both sectors, new construction significantly trailed demand on a national
basis, and as a result, occupancy levels and rental rates continued to increase
ahead of much of the rest of the real estate market.
The Portfolio benefited from an underweighting in the apartment sector,
which continued to lag because of investor concern about potential overbuilding
in select markets. The Portfolio also benefited from underweighted positions in
the retail and health-care sectors, both of which underperformed relative to
the Index average because of lower growth expectations.
OUTLOOK
Our outlook for REITs remains very positive for several reasons. First,
the underlying real estate markets are generally strong, with demand in most
sectors continuing to exceed new supply. Second, growth in funds from
operations--the proxy for earnings--is projected to be strong, with most
industry analysts estimating 9-12%, matching expectations for the broader
equity market. Finally, capital flows are expected to be strong, buoyed by
continued institutional interest in REIT investing.
As the broader market continues to address the impact of economic and
currency weakness in Southeast Asia, Korea and Japan, the uncertainty of
investors is being expressed in a highly volatile market. REITs have
experienced far less volatility in part due to high current yields and strong
projections for future growth. We anticipate investors will continue to view
REITs as an attractive investment alternative.
Merger activity and increased diversification within individual REITs is
expected to continue as companies seek to reduce risks associated with specific
market circumstances. This should provide opportunities for us to identify
undervalued stocks across virtually all sectors. We anticipate strong
performance in the office and hotel sectors, which we will continue to
overweight.
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[Tabular representation of line chart]
Phoenix Real Estate Phoenix Real Estate
Securities Portfolio-- Securities Portfolio--
Class A Class B NAREIT Index*
3/1/95 $ 9,525 $10,000 $10,000
11/30/95 $10,463 $10,921 $10,903
11/30/96 $13,519 $14,006 $14,087
11/30/97 $17,769 $17,970 $18,275
Average Annual Total Returns
for Periods Ending 11/30/97
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
From Inception
3/1/95 to
1 Year 11/30/97
----------- ---------------
<S> <C> <C>
Class A with 4.75% sales charge 25.15% 23.27%
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Class A at net asset value 31.44% 25.42%
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Class B with CDSC 26.44% 23.78%
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Class B at net asset value 30.44% 24.47%
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NAREIT Index* 29.73% 24.48%
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</TABLE>
This chart assumes an initial gross investment of $10,000 made on 3/1/95
(inception of the Fund) for Class A and B shares.
The total return for Class A shares reflects the maximum sales charge of 4.75%
on the initial investment and assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital
gains.
The total return for Class B shares reflects the 5% contingent deferred
sales charge (CDSC), which is applicable on all shares redeemed during the 1st
year after purchase and 4% for all shares redeemed during the 2nd year after
purchase (scaled down to 3%--3rd year; 2%--4th and 5th year and 0% thereafter).
Returns indicate past performance, which is not predictive of future
performance. Investment return and net asset value will fluctuate, so that your
shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost.
*The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT) Equity
Index is a commonly used, unmanaged indicator of REIT performance. The index
does not reflect sales charges.
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INVESTMENTS AT NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
SHARES VALUE
--------- --------------
<S> <C> <C>
COMMON STOCKS--97.0%
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS--96.1%
COMMERCIAL--32.1%
Office/Industrial--30.0%
Beacon Properties Corp. ............ 28,700 $ 1,291,500
Boston Properties, Inc. ............ 62,200 2,029,275
Cali Realty Corp. .................. 57,900 2,297,906
Duke Realty Investments, Inc. ...... 93,400 2,148,200
First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. 59,000 2,083,437
Highwoods Properties, Inc. ......... 73,000 2,623,438
Reckson Associates Realty Corp. ...... 60,700 1,612,344
Spieker Properties, Inc. ............ 62,900 2,555,313
Weeks Corp. ........................ 37,300 1,193,600
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17,835,013
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Storage--2.1%
Storage USA, Inc. .................. 31,700 1,238,281
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TOTAL COMMERCIAL .............................. 19,073,294
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DIVERSIFIED--14.2%
Colonial Properties Trust ............ 50,000 1,434,375
Crescent Real Estate Equities Co. ... 86,400 3,326,400
Vornado Realty Trust ............... 81,500 3,652,219
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8,412,994
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HEALTH CARE--3.1%
Nationwide Health Properties, Inc. ... 56,400 1,332,450
OMEGA Healthcare Investors, Inc. ... 14,000 506,625
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1,839,075
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HOTELS--18.8%
FelCor Suite Hotels, Inc. ............ 48,300 1,753,894
Patriot American Hospitality, Inc. ... 111,301 3,478,156
Starwood Lodging Trust combined
certificate ........................ 72,600 3,893,175
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. ...... 118,200 2,075,888
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11,201,113
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NET LEASE--2.3%
TriNet Corporate Realty Trust, Inc. 35,000 1,347,500
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RESIDENTIAL--17.0%
Apartments--13.4%
Bay Apartment Communities, Inc. ...... 38,700 1,545,581
Camden Property Trust ............... 31,600 1,032,925
Equity Residential Properties Trust 54,800 2,740,000
Essex Property Trust, Inc. ......... 38,400 1,387,200
Irvine Apartment Communities, Inc. ... 40,500 1,258,031
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7,963,737
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Manufactured Homes--3.6%
Manufactured Home Communities, Inc. 41,500 1,130,875
Sun Communities, Inc. ............... 28,200 1,027,538
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2,158,413
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TOTAL RESIDENTIAL .............................. 10,122,150
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SHARES VALUE
--------- --------------
<S> <C> <C>
RETAIL--8.6%
Community/Neighborhood--2.3%
Developers Diversified Realty Corp. 24,600 $ 957,862
Regency Realty Corp. ............... 16,800 446,250
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1,404,112
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Factory Outlet--1.8%
Chelsea GCA Realty, Inc. ............ 27,600 1,048,800
-------------
Regional Malls--4.5%
Macerich Co. (The) .................. 36,800 998,200
Simon DeBartolo Group, Inc. ......... 22,208 725,924
Urban Shopping Centers, Inc. ......... 28,000 932,750
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2,656,874
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TOTAL RETAIL ....................................... 5,109,786
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TOTAL REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS
(Identified cost $46,093,545)..................... 57,105,912
-------------
REAL ESTATE OPERATING COMPANIES--0.9%
Regional Malls--0.9%
Rouse Co. ........................... 16,500 519,750
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TOTAL REAL ESTATE OPERATING COMPANIES
(Identified cost $412,555)........................ 519,750
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TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
(Identified cost $46,506,100)..................... 57,625,662
-------------
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000)
------------- --------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS--3.0%
Commercial Paper
BellSouth Telecommunications,
Inc. 5.75%, 12/1/97 ...... A-1+ $1,795 1,795,000
---------
TOTAL SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS
(Identified cost $1,795,000)........................ 1,795,000
---------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--100.0%
(Identified cost $48,301,100) ..................... 59,420,662(a)
Cash and receivables, less liabilities--0.0% ...... 5,525
----------
NET ASSETS--100.0% ................................. $ 59,426,187
=============
</TABLE>
(a) Federal Income Tax Information: Net unrealized appreciation of investment
securities is comprised of gross appreciation of $11,246,387 and gross
depreciation of $127,829 for federal income tax purposes. At November 30,
1997, the aggregate cost of securities for federal income tax purposes was
$48,302,104.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Assets
Investment securities at value
(Identified cost $48,301,100) $59,420,662
Cash 66
Receivables
Fund shares sold 102,010
Dividends and interest 53,134
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Total assets 59,575,872
-----------
Liabilities
Payables
Fund shares repurchased 33,322
Distribution fee 25,761
Investment advisory fee 20,349
Financial agent fee 6,740
Trustees' fee 6,292
Transfer agent fee 5,611
Accrued expenses 51,610
-----------
Total liabilities 149,685
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Net Assets $59,426,187
===========
Net Assets Consist of:
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest $44,325,532
Undistributed net investment income 212,484
Accumulated net realized gain 3,768,609
Net unrealized appreciation 11,119,562
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Net Assets $59,426,187
===========
Class A
Shares of beneficial interest outstanding, $1 par value,
unlimited authorization (Net Assets $36,335,668) 2,217,584
Net asset value per share $ 16.39
Offering price per share
$16.39/(1-4.75%) $ 17.21
Class B
Shares of beneficial interest outstanding, $1 par value,
unlimited authorization (Net Assets $23,090,519) 1,414,714
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 16.32
</TABLE>
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Investment Income
Dividends $ 2,114,353
Interest 74,560
-----------
Total investment income 2,188,913
-----------
Expenses
Investment advisory fee 355,100
Distribution fee--Class A 77,163
Distribution fee--Class B 164,812
Financial agent fee 75,881
Transfer agent 71,201
Professional 35,119
Printing 20,219
Trustees 20,035
Registration 17,608
Custodian 10,691
Miscellaneous 3,592
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Total expenses 851,421
Less expenses borne by investment adviser (112,306)
-----------
Net expenses 739,115
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Net investment income 1,449,798
-----------
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments
Net realized gain on securities 3,771,039
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on
investments 6,590,856
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Net gain on investments 10,361,895
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Net increase in net assets resulting from
operations $11,811,693
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</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Year Ended Year Ended
November 30, 1997 November 30, 1996
------------------- ------------------
<S> <C> <C>
From Operations
Net investment income $ 1,449,798 $ 993,652
Net realized gain 3,771,039 605,112
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) 6,590,856 4,233,859
------------- ------------
Increase in net assets resulting from operations 11,811,693 5,832,623
------------- ------------
From Distributions to Shareholders
Net investment income--Class A (1,017,253) (861,331)
Net investment income--Class B (412,660) (163,427)
Net realized gains--Class A (436,592) (22,396)
Net realized gains--Class B (164,397) (3,977)
------------- ------------
Decrease in net assets from distributions to shareholders (2,030,902) (1,051,131)
------------- ------------
From Share Transactions
Class A
Proceeds from sales of shares (1,072,429 and 603,974 shares, respectively) 15,754,217 7,207,751
Net asset value of shares issued from reinvestment of distributions (96,059 and
73,246 shares, respectively) 1,368,531 838,272
Cost of shares repurchased (692,074 and 227,727 shares, respectively) (10,024,000) (2,803,944)
------------- ------------
Total 7,098,748 5,242,079
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Class B
Proceeds from sales of shares (851,567 and 436,484 shares, respectively) 12,428,285 5,218,052
Net asset value of shares issued from reinvestment of distributions (32,975 and
12,304 shares, respectively) 472,566 141,327
Cost of shares repurchased (100,202 and 28,003 shares, respectively) (1,484,452) (333,067)
------------- ------------
Total 11,416,399 5,026,312
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Increase in net assets from share transactions 18,515,147 10,268,391
------------- ------------
Net increase in net assets 28,295,938 15,049,883
Net Assets
Beginning of period 31,130,249 16,080,366
------------- ------------
End of period (including undistributed net investment income of
$212,484 and $192,599, respectively) $ 59,426,187 $ 31,130,249
============= ============
</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
(Selected data for a share outstanding throughout the indicated period)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Class A
---------------------------------------------------------------
Year Ended November 30, From Inception
3/1/95
1997 1996 to 11/30/95
--------------------- --------------- ---------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Net asset value, beginning of period $13.14 $10.72 $10.00
Income from investment operations
Net investment income 0.49(4)(5) 0.53(5) 0.43(4)(5)
Net realized and unrealized gain 3.52 2.50 0.55
------------ ----------- ----------
Total from investment operations 4.01 3.03 0.98
------------ ----------- ----------
Less distributions
Dividends from net investment income (0.51) (0.59) (0.26)
Dividends from net realized gains (0.25) (0.02) --
------------ ----------- ----------
Total distributions (0.76) (0.61) (0.26)
------------ ----------- ----------
Change in net asset value 3.25 2.42 0.72
------------ ----------- ----------
Net asset value, end of period $16.39 $13.14 $10.72
============== ============ ==========
Total return(1) 31.44% 29.20% 9.87%(3)
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (thousands) $36,336 $22,872 $13,842
Ratio to average net assets of:
Operating expenses 1.30% 1.30% 1.30%(2)
Net investment income 3.34% 4.55% 5.79%(2)
Portfolio turnover 54% 24% 9%(3)
Average commission rate paid(7) $0.0493 $0.0478 N/A
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Class B
---------------------------------------------------------------
Year Ended November 30, From Inception
3/1/95
1997 1996 to 11/30/95
--------------------- --------------- ---------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Net asset value, beginning of period $13.10 $10.68 $10.00
Income from investment operations
Net investment income 0.38(4)(6) 0.46(6) 0.36(4)(6)
Net realized and unrealized gain 3.50 2.47 0.56
------------ ----------- -----------
Total from investment operations 3.88 2.93 0.92
------------ ----------- -----------
Less distributions
Dividends from net investment income (0.41) (0.49) (0.24)
Dividends from net realized gains (0.25) (0.02) --
------------ ----------- -----------
Total distributions (0.66) (0.51) (0.24)
------------ ----------- -----------
Change in net asset value 3.22 2.42 0.68
------------ ----------- -----------
Net asset value, end of period $16.32 $13.10 $10.68
============== ============ ===========
Total return(1) 30.44% 28.25% 9.21%(3)
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (thousands) $23,091 $8,259 $2,239
Ratio to average net assets of:
Operating expenses 2.05% 2.05% 2.05%(2)
Net investment income 2.55% 3.95% 5.03%(2)
Portfolio turnover 54% 24% 9%(3)
Average commission rate paid(7) $0.0493 $0.0478 N/A
</TABLE>
(1) Maximum sales charges are not reflected in the total return calculation.
(2) Annualized
(3) Not annualized
(4) Computed using average shares outstanding.
(5) Includes reimbursement of operating expenses by investment adviser of
$0.04, $0.07 and $0.12, respectively.
(6) Includes reimbursement of operating expenses by investment adviser of
$0.04, $0.07 and $0.12, respectively.
(7) For fiscal years beginning on or after September 1, 1995, a fund is
required to disclose its average commission rate per share for securities
trades on which commissions are charged. This rate generally does not
reflect mark-ups, mark-downs, or spreads on shares traded on a principal
basis.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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PHOENIX EMERGING MARKETS BOND PORTFOLIO
INVESTOR PROFILE
Phoenix Emerging Markets Bond Portfolio is designed for long-term
investors seeking high current income and long-term capital appreciation by
investing in emerging-market debt. Investors should note that foreign
investments pose additional risks, such as currency fluctuations, less public
information and political and economic uncertainty.
INVESTMENT ADVISER'S REPORT
For the 12 months ended November 30, 1997, Phoenix Emerging Markets
Bond Portfolio consistently outperformed the broad fixed-income market as
measured by the Lehman Brothers Aggregate Bond Index as well as its benchmark,
the J.P. Morgan Emerging Markets Bond Index Plus. Class A shares returned 11.91%
and Class B shares earned 11.07% compared with 7.55% for the Lehman Aggregate
Bond Index and 10.57% for the J.P. Morgan Emerging Markets Bond Index Plus. All
performance figures assume reinvestment of dividends and exclude the effect of
sales charges.
The emerging-markets sector of the bond market continued to outperform
other fixed-income categories for the fiscal year, despite the sell-off in
October triggered by Southeast Asia's currency problems. Markets in developing
countries around the world experienced losses as most traded down in sympathy,
regardless of their fundamentals. For the majority of the fiscal year, however,
emerging markets continued to provide above-average returns.
The Portfolio's strong results for the last 12 months can be attributed to
overweighted positions in Bulgaria, Venezuela, Panama and Argentina as well as
no Asian exposure. The focus has been on specific country allocations,
emphasizing transition economies--those already developed and building
market-oriented management systems.
OUTLOOK
We continue to believe emerging markets offer the potential for
above-average returns. The Asian currency "crisis" has caused emerging markets
across the globe to sell off in sympathy. We have taken advantage of recent
weakness in countries whose economies should not be impacted by events in Asia
to selectively add to positions in developing nations that we consider
fundamentally attractive.
Brazil's government, for example, has used the Asian "crisis" to
accelerate reform programs that will ultimately improve economic conditions,
offering the potential of improving Brazil's credit rating. In terms of
individual country selection, we also see a great deal of potential in Russia
and Bulgaria.
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[Tabular representation of line chart]
Phoenix Emerging Phoenix Emerging J.P. Morgan Emerging
Markets Bond Markets Bond Markets Bond
Portfolio--Class A Portfolio--Class B Index Plus*
9/5/95 $ 9,525 $10,000 $10,000
11/30/95 $ 9,943 $10,422 $10,537
11/30/96 $15,926 $16,565 $15,531
11/30/97 $17,824 $18,094 $17,172
Average Annual Total Returns
for Periods Ending 11/30/97
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
From Inception
9/5/95 to
1 Year 11/30/97
---------- ---------------
<S> <C> <C>
Class A with 4.75% sales charge 6.58% 29.54%
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Class A at net asset value 11.91% 32.31%
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Class B with CDSC 7.62% 30.44%
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Class B at net asset value 11.07% 31.31%
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JP Morgan Emerging Markets
Bond Index Plus* 10.57% 27.32%
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</TABLE>
This chart assumes an initial gross investment of $10,000 made on 9/5/95
(inception of the Fund) for Class A and B shares.
The total return for Class A shares reflects the maximum sales charge of 4.75%
on the initial investment and assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital
gains.
The total return for Class B shares reflects the 5% contingent deferred
sales charge (CDSC), which is applicable on all shares redeemed during the 1st
year after purchase and 4% for all shares redeemed during the 2nd year after
purchase (scaled down to 3%--3rd year; 2%--4th and 5th year and 0% thereafter).
Returns indicate past performance, which is not predictive of future
performance. Investment return and net asset value will fluctuate, so that your
shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost.
*The JP Morgan Emerging Markets Bond Index Plus tracks total returns for traded
external debt instruments in the emerging markets. Included in the index are
U.S. dollar- and other external-denominated Brady bonds, loans, Eurobonds, and
local markets instruments. The index does not reflect sales charges.
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INVESTMENTS AT NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
MOODY'S
BOND PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
------------- ------------------- -------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
NON-CONVERTIBLE BONDS--0.8%
United States--0.8%
InterAmericas Communications
Corp. Unit 144A 14%,
10/27/07 (Telephone) (d) (h)..... NR $ 830 $ 838,300
------------
TOTAL NON-CONVERTIBLE BONDS
(Identified cost $830,000) .......................................... 838,300
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FOREIGN GOVERNMENT SECURITIES--87.9%
Algeria--6.9%
Algeria Tranch 1 Unaffected
Loans 7.375%, 3/4/00 (c) ......... NR 4,091 3,354,545
Algeria Tranch A Loans
6.668%, 9/4/06 (c) ............... NR 4,909 4,025,455
------------
7,380,000
------------
Argentina--23.5%
City of Buenos Aires 144A
10.50%, 5/28/04 (d) ............ B 1,000(i) 886,500
Republic of Argentina Bocon
Pre3 Euro, PIK interest
capitalization, 3.205%,
9/1/02 (c) ..................... B 6,166(i) 4,898,722
Republic of Argentina Bocon Pro1
M1, PIK interest capitalization,
3.205%, 4/1/07 (c) ............... B 6,518(i) 4,628,387
Republic of Argentina RegS
8.75%, 7/10/02 .................. Ba 12,000(i) 10,320,000
Republic of Argentina RegS
11.75%, 2/12/07 (e) ............ Ba 4,530(i) 4,258,200
------------
24,991,809
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Brazil--14.4%
Republic of Brazil C Bond,
PIK interest capitalization,
8%, 4/15/14 (c) .................. B 18,216 13,616,201
Republic of Brazil C Bond
Registered, PIK interest
capitalization, 8%,
4/15/14 (c) ..................... B 2,281 1,704,689
------------
15,320,890
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Bulgaria--7.8%
Republic of Bulgaria FLIRB
RegA 2.25%, 7/28/12 (c) ......... NR 1,250 740,625
Republic of Bulgaria FLIRB
Series A Bearer Euro
2.25%, 7/28/12 (c) (e) ......... B 12,865 7,622,512
------------
8,363,137
------------
Congo--0.3%
Congo Loans (b) .................. NR 1,206 349,716
------------
Ecuador--2.8%
Ecuador Bearer PDI Euro, PIK
interest capitalization,
6.688%, 2/27/15 (c) (e) ......... B 3,838 2,406,828
Ecuador Registered PDI, PIK
interest capitalization,
6.688%, 2/27/15 (c) ............ B 875 548,565
------------
2,955,393
------------
MOODY'S
BOND PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
------------- ------------------- -------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Ivory Coast--2.6%
Ivory Coast FLIRB WI 2% (c) (f) .NR $ 5,500 $ 1,870,000
Ivory Coast FLIRB WI 2% (c) (f) .NR 7,250(j) 405,275
Ivory Coast Non-Performing
Loans 12/31/05 (b) ............... NR 1,356(j) 98,767
Ivory Coast PDI WI 2% (c) (f) ...... NR 1,000 400,000
------------
2,774,042
------------
Macedonia--1.5%
Macedonia C Bond, PIK
interest capitalization,
6.884%, 7/2/12 (c) ............... NR 2,500 1,575,000
------------
Panama--1.2%
Republic of Panama 8.875%,
9/30/27 ........................ Ba 1,350 1,255,500
------------
Peru--1.5%
Peru FLIRB 3.25%, 3/7/17 (c) ...... NR 1,500 862,500
Peru PDI 4%, 3/7/17 (c) ............ NR 1,211 756,875
------------
1,619,375
------------
Russia--14.5%
Russia Principal Loans WI
6.719%, 12/15/20 (c) (f) ......... NR 19,750 11,356,250
Russian Federation OFZ
Linked Notes 18.29%,
9/3/99 (c) ..................... NR 28,528,000(k) 4,113,424
------------
15,469,674
------------
Turkey--2.4%
Turkey T-Bill 0%, 6/4/98 ......... NR 300,000,000(l) 980,037
Turkey T-Bill 0%, 9/16/98 ......... NR 580,000,000(l) 1,533,578
------------
2,513,615
------------
Ukraine--1.9%
BT Trust Ukrainian Notes 0%,
1/23/98 (n) ..................... NR 1,000 955,336
ING Ukrainian Notes 0%,
12/30/98 (o) ..................... NR 3,587(m) 1,079,131
------------
2,034,467
------------
Venezuela--6.6%
Republic of Venezuela 9.25%,
9/15/27 (e) ..................... Ba 8,000 7,050,000
------------
TOTAL FOREIGN GOVERNMENT SECURITIES
(Identified cost $96,513,769) .......................................... 93,652,618
------------
FOREIGN NON-CONVERTIBLE BONDS--12.1%
Argentina--1.1%
CEI Citicorp 144A 11.25%,
2/14/07 (Banks (Money
Center)) (d) ..................... NR 500(i) 405,000
CEI Citicorp RegS 11.25%,
2/14/07 (Banks (Money
Center)) ........................ NR 1,000(i) 810,000
------------
1,215,000
------------
Brazil--4.2%
MRS Logistica SA RegS
10.625%, 8/15/05
(Railroads) (e) .................. B(g) 1,000 920,000
Paging Network Do Brasil
13.50%, 6/6/05 (Industrial) .NR 1,000 890,000
Tevecap SA 12.625%,
11/26/04 (Industrial) ............ NR 2,000 1,800,000
</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
MOODY'S
BOND PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
------------- -------- ------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Brazil--continued
TV Filme, Inc. 12.875%,
12/15/04 (Publishing) ............ B $1,000 $ 912,500
-----------
4,522,500
-----------
Mexico--3.3%
Grupo Televisa SA 0%,
5/15/08 (Broadcasting
(Television, Radio, &
Cable)) (c) ..................... Ba 2,000 1,525,000
Innova S de R.L. RegS
12.875%, 4/1/07
(Industrial) ..................... B-(g) 2,000 1,957,500
-----------
3,482,500
-----------
Netherlands--0.6%
Netia Holdings 144A 0%,
11/1/07 (Telephone) (c) (d) ...... NR 1,000 600,000
-----------
Nigeria--1.3%
Central Bank of Nigeria Par
Series WW 6.25%,
11/15/20 (Banks (Major
Regional)) (c) (h) ............... NR 2,000 1,365,000
-----------
Russia--1.6%
Unexim International Finance
BV RegS 9.875%, 8/1/00
(Financial (Diversified)) ...... Ba 2,000 1,680,000
-----------
TOTAL FOREIGN NON-CONVERTIBLE BONDS
(Identified cost $13,129,782) ........................... 12,865,000
-----------
FOREIGN CONVERTIBLE BONDS--7.0%
Canada--1.5%
Petersburg Long Cv. 144A 9%,
6/1/06 (Telephone) (d) ......... NR 1,267 1,580,583
-----------
Mexico--0.5%
Consorcio Grupo Dina Cv. 8%,
8/8/04 (Trucks & Parts) (e) ...... CCC(g) 700 570,500
-----------
Russia--5.0%
Lukinter Finance BV Cv. RegS
3.50%, 5/6/02 (Oil
(International Integrated)) (e) Ba 4,300 5,321,250
-----------
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
VALUE
-------------------
<S> <C>
TOTAL FOREIGN CONVERTIBLE BONDS
(Identified Cost $8,267,700) ........................... $ 7,472,333
--------------
TOTAL LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS--107.8%
(Identified cost $118,741,251) ........................ 114,828,251
--------------
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
NUMBER
OF
CONTRACTS
--------------
<S> <C> <C>
OPTIONS--0.0%
Argentina Global Call Options 12/8/97
$115 (Par subject to call $4,000,000) ... 4 4,000
Brazil DCB Call Options 12/17/97
$80.75 (Par subject to call
$3,500,000) .............................. 3.5 3,818
Bulgaria IAB Call Options 1/12/98
$78.50 (Par subject to call
$3,000,000) .............................. 3 0
Peru PDI Call Options 1/12/98 $66
(Par subject to call $3,000,000) ......... 3 4,413
Venezuela DCB Call Options 12/8/97
$91 (Par subject to call $5,000,000)...... 5 10,000
--------------
TOTAL OPTIONS
(Identified cost $682,350) 22,231
--------------
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000)
---------- ------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS--6.4%
Commercial Paper--6.4%
BellSouth Telecommunications,
Inc. 5.75%, 12/1/97 ......... A-1+ $2,260 2,260,000
Donnelley (R.R.) & Sons Co.
5.52%, 12/1/97 ............... A-1 4,535 4,535,000
6,795,000
--------------
TOTAL SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS
(Identified cost $6,795,000) ........................... 6,795,000
--------------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS--114.2%
(Identified cost $126,218,601) ........................ 121,645,482(a)
Cash and receivables, less liabilities--(14.2%)......... (15,097,404)
--------------
NET ASSETS--100.0% ....................................... $ 106,548,078
==============
</TABLE>
(a) Federal Income Tax Information: Net unrealized depreciation of investment
securities is comprised of gross appreciation of $1,843,741 and gross
depreciation of $7,773,916 for income tax purposes. At November 30, 1997,
the aggregate cost of securities for federal income tax purposes was
$127,575,657.
(b) Non-income producing.
(c) Variable or step coupon security; interest rate reflects the rate
currently in effect.
(d) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act
of 1933. These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from
registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers. At November 30,
1997, these securities amounted to a value of $4,310,383 or 4.0% of net
assets.
(e) All or a portion segregated as collateral.
(f) When issued.
(g) As rated by Standard & Poor's, Fitch or Duff & Phelps.
(h) Warrants incorporated as a unit.
(i) Par value represents Argentine Pesos.
(j) Par value represents French Francs.
(k) Par value represents Russian Rubles.
(l) Par value represents Turkish Lira.
(m) Par value represents Ukrainian Hryvnas.
(n) Restricted as to public resale. At the date of Acquisition, this security
was valued at cost of $709,827.
(o) Restricted as to public resale. At the date of Acquisition, this security
was valued at a cost of $1,452,987.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Assets
Investment securities at value
(Identified cost $126,218,601) $121,645,482
Cash 2,965,964
Receivables
Investment securities sold 17,692,154
Interest 2,904,247
Fund shares sold 1,173,695
------------
Total assets 146,381,542
------------
Liabilities
Payables
Investment securities purchased 39,581,271
Fund shares repurchased 72,617
Investment advisory fee 63,871
Distribution fee 44,573
Financial agent fee 6,740
Transfer agent fee 5,679
Trustees' fee 292
Accrued expenses 58,421
------------
Total liabilities 39,833,464
------------
Net Assets $106,548,078
============
Net Assets Consist of:
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest $108,859,293
Undistributed net investment income 362,088
Accumulated net realized gain 1,899,816
Net unrealized depreciation (4,573,119)
------------
Net Assets $106,548,078
============
Class A
Shares of beneficial interest outstanding, $1 par value,
unlimited authorization (Net Assets $67,875,459) 5,286,835
Net asset value per share $ 12.84
Offering price per share
$12.84/(1-4.75%) $ 13.48
Class B
Shares of beneficial interest outstanding, $1 par value,
unlimited authorization (Net Assets $38,672,619) 3,027,576
Net asset value and offering price per share $ 12.77
</TABLE>
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
YEAR ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 1997
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Investment Income
Interest $8,683,069
----------
Total investment income 8,683,069
----------
Expenses
Investment advisory fee 577,472
Distribution fee--Class A 130,192
Distribution fee--Class B 249,194
Financial agent fee 76,030
Transfer agent 74,351
Professional 40,843
Registration 27,140
Custodian 41,388
Printing 21,471
Trustees 20,035
Miscellaneous 3,997
----------
Total expenses 1,262,113
Custodian fees paid indirectly (14,657)
----------
Net expenses 1,247,456
----------
Net investment income 7,435,613
----------
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments
Net realized gain on securities 1,493,514
Net realized gain on foreign currency transactions 1,904
Net realized loss on written options (28,454)
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on
investments (7,091,439)
------------
Net loss on investments (5,624,475)
-----------
Net increase in net assets resulting from
operations $1,811,138
===========
</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Year Ended Year Ended
November 30, 1997 November 30, 1996
------------------- ------------------
<S> <C> <C>
From Operations
Net investment income $ 7,435,613 $ 2,436,105
Net realized gain 1,466,964 6,344,543
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) (7,091,439) 2,233,148
------------- ------------
Increase in net assets resulting from operations 1,811,138 11,013,796
------------- ------------
From Distributions to Shareholders
Net investment income--Class A (4,916,690) (1,792,007)
Net investment income--Class B (2,280,551) (458,779)
Net realized gains--Class A (4,477,700) --
Net realized gains--Class B (1,490,259) --
------------- ------------
Decrease in net assets from distributions to shareholders (13,165,200) (2,250,786)
------------- ------------
From Share Transactions
Class A
Proceeds from sales of shares (4,047,705 and 923,074 shares, respectively) 56,372,468 12,175,504
Net asset value of shares issued from reinvestment of distributions (636,006 and
131,956 shares, respectively) 8,387,234 1,635,413
Cost of shares repurchased (1,401,387 and 243,677 shares, respectively) (19,377,800) (3,184,227)
------------- ------------
Total 45,381,902 10,626,690
------------- ------------
Class B
Proceeds from sales of shares (2,934,383 and 700,581 shares, respectively) 41,013,074 8,585,460
Net asset value of shares issued from reinvestment of distributions (163,679 and
17,331 shares, respectively) 2,172,877 219,353
Cost of shares repurchased (727,786 and 119,165 shares, respectively) (10,039,719) (1,565,347)
------------- ------------
Total 33,146,232 7,239,466
------------- ------------
Increase in net assets from share transactions 78,528,134 17,866,156
------------- ------------
Net increase in net assets 67,174,072 26,629,166
Net Assets
Beginning of period 39,374,006 12,744,840
------------- ------------
End of period (including undistributed net investment income of
$362,088 and $161,377, respectively) $ 106,548,078 $ 39,374,006
============= ============
</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
(Selected data for a share outstanding throughout the indicated period)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Class A
-----------------------------------------------------------
Year Ended November 30, From Inception
9/5/95 to
1997 1996 11/30/95
----------------- --------------- ---------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Net asset value, beginning of period $14.80 $10.18 $10.00
Income from investment operations
Net investment income 1.38(4) 1.26(5) 0.25(4)(5)
Net realized and unrealized gain 0.17 4.56 0.18
----------- ----------- ------------
Total from investment operations 1.55 5.82 0.43
----------- ----------- ------------
Less distributions
Dividends from net investment income (1.28) (1.20) (0.25)
Dividends from net realized gains (2.23) -- --
----------- ----------- ------------
Total distributions (3.51) (1.20) (0.25)
----------- ----------- ------------
Change in net asset value (1.96) 4.62 0.18
----------- ----------- ------------
Net asset value, end of period $12.84 $14.80 $10.18
============ =========== ==============
Total return(1) 11.91% 60.18% 4.40%(3)
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (thousands) $67,875 $29,661 $12,149
Ratio to average net assets of:
Operating expenses 1.40%(7) 1.50% 1.50%(2)
Net investment income 9.90% 10.41% 10.48%(2)
Portfolio turnover 614% 378% 38%(3)
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Class B
-----------------------------------------------------------
Year Ended November 30, From Inception
9/5/95 to
1997 1996 11/30/95
----------------- --------------- ---------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Net asset value, beginning of period $14.78 $10.18 $10.00
Income from investment operations
Net investment income 1.26(4) 1.19(6) 0.22(4)(6)
Net realized and unrealized gain 0.18 4.53 0.20
----------- ----------- ------------
Total from investment operations 1.44 5.72 0.42
----------- ----------- ------------
Less distributions
Dividends from net investment income (1.22) (1.12) (0.24)
Dividends from net realized gains (2.23) -- --
----------- ----------- ------------
Total distributions (3.45) (1.12) (0.24)
----------- ----------- ------------
Change in net asset value (2.01) 4.60 0.18
----------- ----------- ------------
Net asset value, end of period $12.77 $14.78 $10.18
============ =========== ==============
Total return(1) 11.07% 58.94% 4.22%(3)
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (thousands) $38,673 $9,713 $596
Ratio to average net assets of:
Operating expenses 2.15%(7) 2.25% 2.25%(2)
Net investment income 9.14% 9.79% 10.29%(3)
Portfolio turnover 614% 378% 38%(3)
</TABLE>
(1) Maximum sales charges are not reflected in the total return calculation.
(2) Annualized
(3) Not annualized
(4) Computed using average shares outstanding.
(5) Includes reimbursement of operating expenses by investment adviser of $0.07
and $0.03, respectively.
(6) Includes reimbursement of operating expenses by investment adviser of $0.07
and $0.03, respectively.
(7) For the year ended November 30, 1997, the ratio of operating expenses to
average net assets excludes the effect of expense offsets for custodian
fees. Prior period ratios include these amounts.
See Notes to Financial Statements
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PHOENIX MULTI-PORTFOLIO FUND
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 1997
1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The Phoenix Multi-Portfolio Fund ("the Trust") is organized as a
Massachusetts business trust and is registered under the Investment Company Act
of 1940, as amended, as a diversified, open-end management investment company.
To date, six Portfolios are offered for sale: Tax-Exempt Bond Portfolio, Mid
Cap Portfolio, International Portfolio, Real Estate Securities Portfolio,
Emerging Markets Bond Portfolio, and Diversified Income Portfolio. The
Diversified Income Portfolio is reported separately from these financial
statements. Each Portfolio has distinct investment objectives. The Tax-Exempt
Bond Portfolio seeks as high a level of current income exempt from federal
income taxation as is consistent with preservation of capital. The Mid Cap
Portfolio seeks as its investment objective long-term appreciation of capital.
The International Portfolio seeks a high total return consistent with
reasonable risk through investment in an internationally diversified portfolio
of equity securities. The Real Estate Securities Portfolio seeks capital
appreciation and income with approximately equal emphasis. The Emerging Markets
Bond Portfolio seeks to achieve high current income with a secondary objective
of long-term capital appreciation.
The Trust offers both Class A and Class B shares. Class A shares are sold
with a front-end sales charge of up to 4.75%. Class B shares are sold with a
contingent deferred sales charge which declines from 5% to zero depending on
the period of time the shares are held. Both classes of shares have identical
voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and
conditions, except that each class bears different distribution expenses and
has exclusive voting rights with respect to its distribution plan. Income and
expenses of each Portfolio are borne pro rata by the holders of both classes of
shares, except that each class bears distribution expenses unique to that
class.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently
followed by the Trust in the preparation of its financial statements. The
preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted
accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions
that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses.
Actual results could differ from those estimates.
A. Security valuation:
Equity securities are valued at the last sale price, or if there had been
no sale that day, at the last bid price. Debt securities are valued on the
basis of broker quotations or valuations provided by a pricing service which
utilizes information with respect to recent sales, market transactions in
comparable securities, quotations from dealers, and various relationships
between securities in determining value. Short-term investments having a
remaining maturity of 60 days or less are valued at amortized cost which
approximates market. All other securities and assets are valued at fair value
as determined in good faith by or under the direction of the Trustees.
B. Security transactions and related income:
Security transactions are recorded on the trade date. Interest income is
recorded on the accrual basis. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend
date or, in the case of certain foreign securities, as soon as the Portfolio is
notified. Realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost
basis. The Trust does not amortize premiums but does amortize discounts except
for the Tax-Exempt Bond Portfolio which amortizes both premiums and discounts
over the life of the respective securities using the effective interest method.
C. Income taxes:
Each of the Portfolios is treated as a separate taxable entity. It is the
policy of each Portfolio in the Trust to comply with the requirements of the
Internal Revenue Code (the Code), applicable to regulated investment companies,
and to distribute all of its taxable and tax-exempt income to its shareholders.
In addition, each Portfolio intends to distribute an amount sufficient to avoid
imposition of any excise tax under Section 4982 of the Code. Therefore, no
provision for federal income taxes or excise taxes has been made.
D. Distributions to shareholders:
Distributions are recorded by each Portfolio on the ex-dividend date.
Income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with
income tax regulations which may differ from generally accepted accounting
principles. These differences include the treatment of non-taxable dividends,
expiring capital loss carryforwards, foreign currency gain/loss, partnerships,
operating losses and losses deferred due to wash sales and excise tax
regulations. Permanent book and tax basis differences relating to shareholder
distributions will result in reclassifications to paid in capital.
E. Foreign currency translation
Foreign securities and other assets and liabilities are valued using the
foreign currency exchange rate effective at the end of the reporting period.
Cost of investments is translated at the currency exchange rate effective at
the trade date. The gain or loss resulting from a change in currency exchange
rates between the trade and settlement dates of a portfolio transaction is
treated as a gain or loss on foreign currency. Likewise, the gain or loss
resulting from a change in currency exchange rates between the date income is
accrued and paid is treated as a gain or loss on foreign currency. The Trust
does not separate that portion
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PHOENIX MULTI-PORTFOLIO FUND
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 1997 (Continued)
of the results of operations arising from changes in exchange rates and that
portion arising from changes in the market prices of securities.
F. Forward currency contracts:
The Mid Cap Portfolio, the Emerging Markets Bond Portfolio and the
International Portfolio may enter into forward currency contracts in
conjunction with the planned purchase or sale of foreign denominated securities
in order to hedge the U.S. dollar cost or proceeds. Forward currency contracts
involve, to varying degrees, elements of market risk in excess of the amount
recognized in the statement of assets and liabilities. Risks arise from the
possible movements in foreign exchange rates or if the counterparty does not
perform under the contract.
A forward currency contract involves an obligation to purchase or sell a
specific currency at a future date, which may be any 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 and
their customers. The contract is marked-to-market daily and the change in
market value is recorded by each Portfolio as an unrealized gain (or loss).
When the contract is closed or offset with the same counterparty, the Portfolio
records a realized gain (or loss) equal to the change in the value of the
contract when it was opened and the value at the time it was closed or offset.
G. Futures contracts:
A futures contract is an agreement between two parties to buy and sell a
security at a set price on a future date. A Portfolio may enter into financial
futures contracts as a hedge against anticipated changes in the market value of
their portfolio securities. Upon entering into a futures contract the Portfolio
is required to pledge to the broker an amount of cash and/or securities equal
to the "initial margin" requirements of the futures exchange on which the
contract is traded. Pursuant to the contract, the Portfolio agrees to receive
from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in
value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin
and are recorded by the Portfolio as unrealized gains or losses. When the
contract is closed, the Portfolio records a realized gain or loss equal to the
difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the
value at the time it was closed. The potential risk to the Portfolio is that
the change in value of the futures contract may not correspond to the change in
value of the hedged instruments.
H. Options:
Each Portfolio may write covered options or purchase options contracts for
the purpose of hedging against changes in the market value of the underlying
securities or foreign currencies.
Each Portfolio will realize a gain or loss upon the expiration or closing
of the option transaction. Gains and losses on written options are reported
separately in the Statement of Operations. When a written option is exercised,
the proceeds on sales or amounts paid are adjusted by the amount of premium
received. Options written are reported as a liability in the Statement of
Assets and Liabilities and subsequently marked-to-market to reflect the current
value of the option. The risk associated with written options is that the
change in value of options contracts may not correspond to the change in value
of the hedged instruments. In addition, losses may arise from changes in the
value of the underlying instruments, or if a liquid secondary market does not
exist for the contracts.
Each Portfolio may purchase options which are included in the Portfolio's
Schedule of Investments and subsequently marked-to-market to reflect the
current value of the option. When a purchased option is exercised, the cost of
the security is adjusted by the amount of premium paid. The risk associated
with purchased options is limited to the premium paid.
I. Security lending:
The Trust (with the exception of the Real Estate Securities Portfolio)
loans securities to qualified brokers through an agreement with State Street
Bank & Trust (the Custodian) and Brown Brothers, Harriman, custodian for the
International Portfolio. Under the terms of the agreement, the Trust receives
collateral with a market value not less than 100% of the market value of loaned
securities. Collateral consists of cash, securities issued or guaranteed by the
U.S. Government or its agencies and the sovereign debt of foreign countries.
Interest earned on the collateral and premiums paid by the borrower are
recorded as income by the Trust net of fees charged by the Custodian for its
services in connection with this securities lending program. Lending portfolio
securities involves a risk of delay in the recovery of the loaned securities or
in the foreclosure on collateral. At November 30, 1997, none of the Portfolios
had security loans outstanding.
J. Expenses:
Expenses incurred by the Trust with respect to any two or more Portfolios
are allocated in proportion to the net assets of each Portfolio, except where
allocation of direct expense to each Portfolio or an alternative allocation
method can be more fairly made.
K. When-issued and delayed delivery transactions:
The Trust may engage in when-issued or delayed delivery transactions. The
Trust records when-issued securities on the trade date and maintains collateral
for the securities purchased. Securities purchased on a when-issued or delayed
delivery basis begin earning interest on the settlement date.
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PHOENIX MULTI-PORTFOLIO FUND
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 1997 (Continued)
2. INVESTMENT ADVISORY FEE AND RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
As compensation for its services to the Trust, the Advisers, Phoenix
Investment Counsel, Inc., an indirect majority-owned subsidiary of Phoenix Home
Life Insurance Company ("PHL"), and Phoenix Realty Securities, Inc. ("PRS"), an
indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of PHL, the Adviser for the Real Estate
Securities Portfolio, are entitled to a fee, based upon the following annual
rates as a percentage of the average daily net assets of each Portfolio:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1st $1-2 $2+
$1 Billion Billion Billion
------------ --------- --------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Tax-Exempt Bond Portfolio ............ 0.45% 0.40% 0.35%
Mid Cap Portfolio ..................... 0.75% 0.70% 0.65%
International Portfolio ............... 0.75% 0.70% 0.65%
Real Estate Securities Portfolio ...... 0.75% 0.70% 0.65%
Emerging Markets Bond Portfolio ...... 0.75% 0.70% 0.65%
</TABLE>
Pursuant to a Sub-Advisory Agreement with the Trust, PRS delegates certain
investment decisions and research functions to Duff & Phelps Investment
Management Co. ("DPIM") for which DPIM is paid a fee by PRS equal to 0.45% of
the average daily net assets of the Real Estate Securities Portfolio. Formerly,
ABKB/LaSalle Securities Limited Partnership ("ABKB") served as sub-advisor for
the Real Estate Securities Portfolio.
The respective Advisers have agreed to reimburse the Real Estate
Securities Portfolio and the Emerging Markets Bond Portfolio to the extent that
total expenses (excluding interest, taxes, brokerage fees and commissions and
extraordinary expenses) exceed 1.30% and 1.50%, respectively of the average
daily net assets for Class A shares and 2.05% and 2.25%, respectively, for
Class B shares.
Phoenix Equity Planning Corporation ("PEPCO") an indirect majority-owned
subsidiary of PHL, which serves as the national distributor of the Trust's
shares has advised the Trust that it retained net selling commissions of
$200,220 for Class A shares and deferred sales charges of $294,116 for Class B
shares for the year ended November 30, 1997. In addition, each Portfolio pays
PEPCO a distribution fee at an annual rate of 0.25% for Class A shares and
1.00% for Class B shares applied to the average daily net assets of each
Portfolio. The distributor has advised the Trust that of the total amount
expensed for the year ended November 30, 1997, $876,201 was retained by the
Distributor, $1,368,595 was paid out to unaffiliated Participants and $309,305
was paid to W.S. Griffith, an indirect subsidiary of PHL.
As Financial Agent of the Trust, PEPCO received a fee for bookkeeping,
administration, and pricing services at an annual rate of 0.03% of the average
daily net assets of each Portfolio through December 31, 1996, and starting on
January 1, 1997, at an annual rate of 0.05% of average daily net assets up to
$100 million, 0.04% of average daily net assets of $100 million to $300
million, 0.03% of average daily net assets of $300 million through $500
million, and 0.015% of average daily net assets greater than $500 million; a
minimum fee may apply. PEPCO serves as the Trust's Transfer Agent with State
Street Bank and Trust Company as sub-transfer agent. For the year ended
November 30, 1997, transfer agent fees were $1,525,483 of which PEPCO retained
$560,294 which is net of fees paid to State Street.
At November 30, 1997, PHL and its affiliates held Phoenix Multi-Portfolio
Fund shares which aggregated the following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Aggregate
Shares Net Asset Value
----------- ----------------
<S> <C> <C>
Tax-Exempt Bond
Portfolio--Class A ...... 230,671 $ 2,576,595
Real Estate Securities
Portfolio--Class A ...... 557,799 9,142,321
Portfolio--Class B ......... 11,196 182,721
Emerging Markets Bond
Portfolio--Class A ...... 1,702,082 21,854,733
Portfolio--Class B ......... 14,287 182,445
</TABLE>
3. PURCHASE AND SALE OF SECURITIES
Purchases and sales of securities during the year ended November 30, 1997
(excluding U.S. Government and agency securities, short-term securities,
futures contracts and forward currency contracts) aggregated the following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Purchases Sales
-------------- -------------
<S> <C> <C>
Tax-Exempt Bond Portfolio ............ $ 18,740,420 $ 34,016,449
Mid Cap Portfolio .................. 578,334,569 694,407,130
International Portfolio ............ 213,360,270 237,377,574
Real Estate Securities Portfolio ..... 41,106,626 24,920,724
Emerging Markets Bond
Portfolio ........................ 548,432,231 474,955,002
</TABLE>
There were no purchases or sales of long-term U.S. Government and agency
securities during the year ended November 30, 1997.
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PHOENIX MULTI-PORTFOLIO FUND
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 1997 (Continued)
At November 30, 1997, the Tax-Exempt Bond Portfolio had entered into
futures contracts as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Value of
Contracts Market Net
Number of when Value of Unrealized
Description Contracts Opened Contracts Depreciation
- -------------- ----------- ------------ ------------ -------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
U.S. Treasury
March, '98
(Short) 30 $3,566,250 $3,570,938 $ (4,688)
</TABLE>
Written option activity for the year ended November 30, 1997 aggregated
the following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Emerging Markets Bond Portfolio Call Options
- ------------------------------------------ ------------------------
Number of Amount
Options of Premiums
----------- ------------
<S> <C> <C>
Options outstanding at
November 30, 1996 -- $ --
Options written 11.5 129,046
Options canceled in closing
purchase transactions (5.5) (40,500)
Options expired (3.0) (27,046)
Options exercised (3.0) (61,500)
---- ---------
Options outstanding at November 30, 1997 -- $ --
==== =========
</TABLE>
4. CREDIT RISK
In countries with limited or developing markets, investments may present
greater risks than in more developed markets and the prices of such investments
may be volatile. The consequences of political, social or economic changes in
these markets may have disruptive effects on the market prices of these
investments and the income they generate, as well as a fund's ability to
repatriate such amounts.
5. LOAN AGREEMENTS
The Trust may invest in direct debt instruments which are interests in
amounts owned by a corporate, governmental, or other borrower to lenders or
lending syndicates. The Trust's investments in loans may be in the form of
participations in loans or assignments of all or a portion of loans from third
parties. A loan is often administered by a bank or other financial institution
(the lender) that acts as agent for all holders. The agent administers the
terms of the loan, as specified in the loan agreement. When investing in a loan
participation, the Trust has the right to receive payments of principal,
interest and any fees to which it is entitled only from the lender selling the
loan agreement and only upon receipt by the lender of payments from the
borrower. The Trust generally has no right to enforce compliance with the terms
of the loan agreement with the borrower. As a result, the Trust may be subject
to the credit risk of both the borrower and the lender that is selling the loan
agreement. For loans which the Trust is a participant, the Trust may not sell
its participation in the loan without the lender's prior consent. When the
Trust purchases assignments from lenders it acquires direct rights against the
borrower on the loan. Direct indebtedness of emerging countries involves a risk
that the government entities responsible for the repayment of the debt may be
unable, or unwilling to pay the principal and interest when due.
6. RECLASS OF CAPITAL ACCOUNTS
In accordance with accounting pronouncements, the Portfolios of the Trust
have recorded several reclassifications in the capital accounts. These
reclassifications have no impact on the net asset value of the Portfolios and
are designed generally to present undistributed income and realized gains on a
tax basis which is considered to be more informative to the shareholder. As of
November 30, 1997, the Portfolios recorded the following reclassifications to
increase (decrease) the accounts listed below.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Capital paid
Undistributed Accumulated in on shares
net investment net realized of beneficial
income gain (loss) interest
---------------- -------------- --------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Tax-Exempt Bond
Portfolio ......... $ (35,745) $ 29,801 $ 5,944
Mid Cap
Portfolio ......... 450,831 (448,263) (2,568)
International
Portfolio ......... (43,082) 43,082 --
Emerging Markets
Bond Portfolio ... (37,661) 39,127 (1,466)
</TABLE>
TAX NOTICE (Unaudited)
For the fiscal year ended November 30, 1997, the Tax-Exempt Bond Portfolio
distributed $6,810,497 of exempt-interest dividends.
For the fiscal year ended November 30, 1997, the following Portfolios
distributed long-term capital gains dividends as follows:
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Tax-Exempt Bond Portfolio ......... $ 1,614,748
Mid Cap Portfolio .................. 16,751,508
International Portfolio ............ 5,783,374
Real Estate Securities Portfolio ... 333,679
Emerging Markets Bond Portfolio ... 91,354
</TABLE>
This report is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors in
the Phoenix Multi-Portfolio Fund unless preceded or accompanied by an effective
prospectus which includes information concerning the sales charge, the Fund's
record and other pertinent information.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS
Price Waterhouse LLP [LOGO]
To the Trustees and Shareholders of
Phoenix Multi-Portfolio Fund
In our opinion, the accompanying statements of assets and liabilities,
including the schedules of investments (except for bond ratings), and the
related statements of operations and of changes in net assets and the financial
highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of
the Tax-Exempt Bond Portfolio, the Mid Cap Portfolio, the International
Portfolio, the Real Estate Securities Portfolio and the Emerging Markets Bond
Portfolio (constituting separate series of the Multi-Portfolio Fund, hereafter
referred to as the "Fund") at November 30, 1997, and the results of each of
their operations, the changes in each of their net assets and the financial
highlights for each of the periods indicated, in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles. These financial statements and financial
highlights (hereafter referred to as "financial statements") are the
responsibility of the Fund's management; our responsibility is to express an
opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our
audits of these financial statements in accordance with generally accepted
auditing standards which require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of
material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence
supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing
the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management,
and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that
our audits, which included confirmation of securities at November 30, 1997 by
correspondence with the custodians and brokers (and the application of
alternative auditing procedures where confirmations from brokers were not
received), provide a reasonable basis for the opinion expressed above.
/s/ Price Waterhouse LLP
Boston, Massachusetts
January 21, 1998
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PHOENIX MULTI-PORTFOLIO FUND
101 Munson Street
Greenfield, MA 01301
Trustees
C. Duane Blinn
Robert Chesek
E. Virgil Conway
Harry Dalzell-Payne
Francis E. Jeffries
Leroy Keith, Jr.
Philip R. McLoughlin
Everett L. Morris
James M. Oates
Calvin J. Pedersen
Philip R. Reynolds
Herbert Roth, Jr.
Richard E. Segerson
Lowell P. Weicker, Jr.
Officers
Philip R. McLoughlin, President
Michael E. Haylon, Executive Vice President
David R. Pepin, Executive Vice President
William J. Newman, Senior Vice President
James D. Wehr, Senior Vice President
David L. Albrycht, Vice President
Jeanne H. Dorey, Vice President
Timothy M. Heaney, Vice President
William E. Keen, III, Vice President
Peter S. Lannigan, Vice President
David Lui, Vice President
William R. Moyer, Vice President
Scott C. Noble, Vice President
Barbara Rubin, Vice President
Leonard J. Saltiel, Vice President
Michael Schatt, Vice President
Nancy G. Curtiss, Treasurer
G. Jeffrey Bohne, Secretary
Investment Advisers
Phoenix Investment Counsel, Inc.
56 Prospect St.
Hartford, CT 06115-0480
Phoenix Realty Securities, Inc.
(Real Estate Securities Portfolio)
38 Prospect St.
Hartford, CT 06115-0479
Principal Underwriter
Phoenix Equity Planning Corporation
100 Bright Meadow Boulevard
P.O. Box 2200
Enfield, CT 06083-2200
Custodians
State Street Bank and Trust Company
P.O. Box 351
Boston, MA 02101
Brown Brothers Harriman & Co.
(International Portfolio)
40 Water Street
Boston, MA 02109
Transfer Agent
Phoenix Equity Planning Corporation
100 Bright Meadow Boulevard
P.O. Box 2200
Enfield, CT 06083-2200
Independent Accountants
Price Waterhouse LLP
160 Federal Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02110
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[LOGOTYPE] PHOENIX
DUFF & PHELPS
PHOENIX MULTI-PORTFOLIO FUND
DIVERSIFIED INCOME PORTFOLIO
ANNUAL REPORT
NOVEMBER 30, 1997
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DIVERSIFIED INCOME PORTFOLIO
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INVESTOR PROFILE
Phoenix Diversified Income Portfolio is designed for moderately risk-averse
investors seeking current income consistent with preservation of capital.
INVESTMENT REVIEW
Phoenix Diversified Income Portfolio continued to provide investors with
above-average returns. For the 12 months ended November 30, 1997, the Portfolio
earned 8.58% compared with a return of 7.55% for the Lehman Brothers Aggregate
Index. All performance figures assume reinvestment of dividends and exclude the
effect of sales charges.
The Portfolio's overweighting in non-traditional sectors, such as
non-Agency mortgage-backed securities and taxable municipals, contributed
positively to performance. Our exposure to emerging-market sovereign debt held
back performance slightly during the final month of the fiscal year as emerging
markets around the world traded down in sympathy as Southeast Asia's currency
problems continued to unfold. The Portfolio's holdings are well-diversified by
country, and we believe the long-term outlook for this sector remains positive.
OUTLOOK
Given our outlook for moderate growth and benign inflation in the U.S., we
will emphasize higher-rated credits within the domestic high-yield universe as
we move into the later stages of the economic cycle. We will continue to take
advantage of undervalued credits, focusing on oil and gas exploration and
production companies, given the improving fundamentals in this sector.
We also believe the emerging-market sector continues to offer attractive
opportunities for long-term appreciation. Our focus is on identifying emerging
countries that are experiencing the types of improvements in their
infrastructure associated with a better standard of living.
We will continue to maintain a duration that is neutral to our benchmark.
As of November 30, 1997, the Portfolio's duration was 4.7 years.
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Diversified Income Portfolio
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[LINE CHART]
(data representation of plot points)
Diversified
Income Lehman Brothers
Year End Portfolio Aggregate Bond Index*
4/1/93 $10,000 $10,000
11/30/93 $10,535 $10,482
11/30/94 $9,981 $10,162
11/30/95 $11,643 $11,955
11/30/96 $13,427 $12,681
11/30/97 $14,582 $13,638
[/LINE CHART]
Average Annual Total Returns for Periods Ending 11/30/97
From Inception
4/1/93 to
1 Year 11/30/97
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Diversified Income Portfolio 8.58% 8.41%
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lehman Brothers Aggregate Bond Index* 7.55% 6.87%
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
This chart assumes an initial gross investment of $10,000 made on 4/1/93
(inception of the Fund). Returns shown include the reinvestment of all
distributions at net asset value and the Change in share price for the stated
period. Returns indicate past performance, which is not Predictive of future
performance. Investment return and net asset value will fluctuate, so that your
shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost.
* The Lehman Brothers Aggregate Bond Index is an unmanaged but commonly used
measure of bond performance. It is a combination of several Lehman Brothers
fixed income indices.
The index's performance does not include sales charges.
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INVESTMENTS AT NOVEMBER 30, 1997
MOODY'S
BOND PAR
RATING VALUE
Unaudited) (000) VALUE
--------- ------- ---------
U.S. GOVERNMENT AND AGENCY SECURITIES 4.0%
U.S. Treasury Bonds 2.0%
U.S. Treasury Bonds 6.375%, 8/15/27 Aaa $ 125 $129,726
---------
U.S. Treasury Notes 2.0%
U.S. Treasury Notes 6.125%, 8/15/07 Aaa 125 127,266
---------
TOTAL U.S. GOVERNMENT AND AGENCY SECURITIES
(Identified cost $251,443) 256,992
---------
MUNICIPAL BONDS 12.6%
California 4.4%
Kern County Pension Obligation
Taxable 7.26%, 8/15/14 (f) Aaa 150 156,735
Orange County Pension Series A Taxable
7.67%, 9/1/09 Aaa 120 130,163
---------
286,898
---------
Colorado 2.0%
Denver City and County School District
Taxable 6.76%, 12/15/07 Aaa 125 127,420
---------
Florida 2.1%
University of Miami Exchangeable Revenue
Series A Taxable 7.40%, 4/1/11 (f) Aaa 85 88,515
University of Miami Exchangeable Revenue
Series A Taxable 7.65%, 4/1/20 (f) Aaa 45 46,771
---------
135,286
---------
Illinois 2.0%
Illinois Educational Facilities Authority
Revenue - Loyola University
Series A Taxable 7.84%, 7/1/24 Aaa 125 132,199
---------
Pennsylvania 2.1%
Pennsylvania Economic Development
Financing Authority 9.50%, 1/1/12 NR 200 136,000
---------
TOTAL MUNICIPAL BONDS
(Identified cost $858,768) 817,803
---------
NON-CONVERTIBLE BONDS 54.3%
Asset-Backed Securities 7.1%
BankAmerica Manufactured Housing
Contract 97-1, B1 6.94%, 6/10/21 Baa 125 125,390
Green Tree Financial Corp. 95-8,
A2 6.15%, 12/15/26 Aaa 124 124,600
Green Tree Financial Corp. 97-3,
A6 7.32%, 7/15/28 Aaa 200 206,250
---------
456,240
---------
Banks (Major Regional) 2.8%
First Union Institutional Capital I
8.04%, 12/1/26 A 125 132,625
Wachovia Capital Trust II
6.258%, 1/15/27 (c) Aa 50 48,379
---------
181,004
---------
See Notes to Financial Statements 3
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INVESTMENTS AT NOVEMBER 30, 1997
MOODY'S
BOND PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
----------- -------- ----------
Containers & Packaging (Paper) 1.6%
Riverwood International Corp.
10.625%, 8/1/07 B- (b) $100 $ 104,250
----------
Engineering & Construction 1.3%
Neenah Corp. Series B
11.125%, 5/1/07 B 80 86,800
----------
Gaming, Lottery & Parimutuel Cos. 1.6%
Mashantucket Pequot Revenue 144A
6.91%, 9/1/12 (d) Aaa 100 103,299
----------
Non-Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities 33.9%
DLJ Mortgage Acceptance Corp. 97-CF2, B2 144A
7.14%, 11/15/08 (d) Baa 100 99,875
FDIC REMIC Trust 96-C1, 1D
7.25%, 5/25/26 Baa 150 151,781
G.E. Capital Mortgage Services, Inc.
96-8, 2A5 7.50%, 5/25/26 AAA (b) 222 229,074
G.E. Capital Mortgage Services, Inc.
97-1, A14 7.50%, 3/25/27 AAA (b) 150 154,172
Norwest Asset Securities Corp.
96-3, B1 7.25%, 9/25/26 A (b) 148 151,170
Norwest Asset Securities Corp.
96-3, B2 7.25%, 9/25/26 BBB (b) 148 149,899
Residential Asset Securitization Trust
96-A8, A1 8%, 12/25/26 AAA (b) 154 161,327
Resolution Trust Corp.
92-C3, B 9.05%, 8/25/23 AA (b) 155 156,854
Resolution Trust Corp.
93-C1, B 8.75%, 5/25/24 Aa 119 118,905
Resolution Trust Corp.
95-1, B2 7.50%, 10/25/28 Aa 87 87,633
Resolution Trust Corp.
95-1, C2 7.50%, 10/25/28 A 85 85,977
Resolution Trust Corp.
95-2, C1 7.45%, 5/25/29 Baa 104 105,181
Structured Asset Securities Corp.
95-C1, D 7.375%, 9/25/24 BBB (b) 150 151,828
Structured Asset Securities Corp.
93-C1, B 6.60%, 10/25/24 A+ (b) 250 244,942
Structured Asset Securities Corp.
95-C4, D 7%, 6/25/26 BBB (b) 150 149,719
----------
2,198,337
----------
Oil & Gas (Exploration & Production) 1.2%
Lomak Petroleum, Inc. 8.75%, 1/15/07 B 75 76,688
----------
Publishing 3.2%
Hollinger International Publishing, Inc.
9.25%, 3/15/07 BB- (b) 200 207,000
---------
Telecommunications (Cellular/Wireless) 1.6%
Comcast Cellular Holdings
Series B 9.50%, 5/1/07 BB+ (b) 100 104,500
----------
TOTAL NON-CONVERTIBLE BONDS
(Identified cost $3,429,687) 3,518,118
----------
FOREIGN GOVERNMENT SECURITIES 24.7%
Argentina 3.6%
Republic of Argentina RegS
11.75%, 2/12/07 BBB- (b) 250(g) 235,000
---------
See Notes to Financial Statements 4
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INVESTMENTS AT NOVEMBER 30, 1997
MOODY'S
BOND PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
----------- ------- ----------
Brazil 4.0%
Republic of Brazil C Bond, PIK interest
capitalization, 8%, 4/15/14 (c) BB- (b) $342 $ 255,703
----------
Bulgaria 2.7%
Republic of Bulgaria IAB PDI Euro
6.688%, 7/28/11 (c) B 250 177,734
----------
Ecuador 2.6%
Ecuador Bearer PDI Euro,
PIK interest capitalization,
6.688%, 2/27/15 (c) B 273 171,427
----------
Mexico 2.2%
United Mexican States Global Bond
11.375%, 9/15/16 Ba 125 141,563
----------
Panama 1.8%
Republic of Panama 8.875%, 9/30/27 Ba 125 116,250
----------
Peru 1.2%
Peru PDI 4%, 3/7/17 (c) NR 125 78,125
----------
Russia 3.1%
Russia Principal Loans WI
6.719%, 12/15/20 (c) (e) NR 350 201,250
----------
Venezuela 3.5%
Republic of Venezuela DCB Euro
6.75%, 12/18/07 (c) Ba 250 223,750
----------
TOTAL FOREIGN GOVERNMENT SECURITIES
(Identified cost $1,682,031) 1,600,802
----------
SHARES
-------
PREFERRED STOCKS 3.8%
REITS 3.8%
Home Ownership Funding 2,
Step-down Pfd. 144A 13.338% (d) 250 247,698
----------
TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
(Identified cost $241,507) 247,698
----------
TOTAL LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS 99.4%
(Identified cost $6,463,436) 6,441,413
----------
See Notes to Financial Statements 5
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INVESTMENTS AT NOVEMBER 30, 1997
STANDARD
& POOR'S PAR
RATING VALUE
(Unaudited) (000) VALUE
----------- ------- ---------
SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS 3.4%
Commercial Paper 3.4%
BellSouth Telecommunications, Inc.
5.75%, 12/1/97 A-1+ $150 $ 150,000
Koch Industries, Inc.
5.62%, 12/1/97 A-1+ 70 70,000
----------
220,000
----------
TOTAL SHORT-TERM OBLIGATIONS
(Identified cost $220,000) 220,000
----------
TOTAL INVESTMENTS 102.8%
(Identified cost $6,683,436) 6,661,413(a)
----------
Cash and receivables, less liabilities (2.8%) (181,283)
==========
NET ASSETS 100.0% $6,480,130
===========
(a) Federal Income Tax Information: Net unrealized depreciation of investment
securities is comprised of gross appreciation of $184,040 and gross
depreciation of $214,662. At November 30, 1997, the aggregate cost of
securities for federal income tax purposes was $6,692,035.
(b) As rated by Standard & Poor's, Fitch, or Duff & Phelps.
(c) Variable or step coupon security; the interest rate shown reflects the rate
currently in effect. (d) Security exempt from registration under Rule 144A
of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities may be resold in
transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional
buyers. At November 30, 1997, these securities amounted to a value of
$450,872 or 7.0% of net assets.
(e) When issued.
(f) All or a portion segregated as collateral.
(g) Par value represents Argentine Pesos.
See Notes to Financial Statements 6
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
NOVEMBER 30, 1997
Assets
Investment securities at value
(Identified cost $6,683,436) $6,661,413
Cash 4,131
Receivables
Investment securities sold 135,119
Interest and dividends 96,982
----------
Total assets 6,897,645
----------
Liabilities
Payables
Investment securities purchased 367,875
Trustees' fee 7,222
Investment advisory fee 5,854
Financial agent fee 5,753
Transfer agent fee 1,647
Accrued expenses 29,164
----------
Total liabilities 417,515
----------
Net Assets $6,480,130
==========
Net Assets Consist of:
Capital paid in on shares of beneficial interest $6,245,891
Undistributed net investment income 14,837
Accumulated net realized gain 241,425
Net unrealized depreciation (22,023)
----------
Net Assets $6,480,130
==========
Shares of beneficial interest outstanding,
$1 par value, unlimited authorization 648,866
Net asset value and offering price per share $9.99
See Notes to Financial Statements 7
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
NOVEMBER 30, 1997
Investment Income
Interest $492,509
Dividends 14,779
----------
Total investment income 507,288
----------
Expenses
Investment advisory fee 31,318
Financial agent fee 64,206
Professional 24,400
Trustees 20,816
Transfer agent 18,562
Registration 14,544
Custodian 5,707
Printing 1,408
Miscellaneous 718
----------
Total expenses 181,679
Less expenses borne by investment adviser (140,966)
----------
Net expenses 40,713
----------
Net investment income 466,575
----------
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments
Net realized gain on securities 251,177
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
on investments (194,058)
----------
Net gain on investments 57,119
----------
Net increase in net assets resulting from operations $523,694
==========
See Notes to Financial Statements 8
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Year Ended Year Ended
November 30, 1997 November 30, 1996
----------------- ------------------
<S> <C> <C>
From Operations
Net investment income $ 466,575 $ 442,214
Net realized gain 251,177 254,797
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) (194,058) 100,101
---------- ----------
Increase in net assets resulting from operations 523,694 797,112
---------- ----------
From Distributions to Shareholders
Net investment income (469,335) (451,539)
Net realized gains (72,586) -
---------- ----------
Decrease in net assets from distributions to shareholders (541,921) (451,539)
---------- ----------
From Share Transactions
Proceeds from sales of shares
(27,068 and 0 shares, respectively) 263,374 -
Net asset value of shares issued from reinvestment of
distributions (54,582 and 47,353 shares, respectively) 541,924 451,539
Cost of shares repurchased
(27,376 and 1 shares, respectively) (273,623) (5)
---------- ----------
Increase in net assets from share transactions 531,675 451,534
---------- ----------
Net increase in net assets 513,448 797,107
Net Assets
Beginning of period 5,966,682 5,169,575
---------- ----------
End of period (including undistributed net investment
income of $14,837 and $3,918, respectively) $6,480,130 $5,966,682
========== ==========
</TABLE>
See Notes to Financial Statements 9
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
(Selected data for a share outstanding throughout the indicated period)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
From
Year Ended November 30, Inception
4/1/93 to
1997 1996 1995 1994 11/30/93
-------- -------- --------- -------- ---------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Net asset value, beginning of period $10.03 $ 9.45 $ 8.97 $10.12 $ 10.00
Income from investment operations
Net investment income 0.74(1)(4) 0.78(1) 0.91(1) 0.63(1) 0.40(1)
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) 0.09 0.59 0.51 (1.13) 0.12
-------- -------- --------- -------- ---------
Total from investment operations 0.83 1.37 1.42 (0.50) 0.52
-------- -------- --------- -------- ---------
Less distributions
Dividends from net investment income (0.75) (0.79) (0.94) (0.59) (0.40)
Dividends from net realized gains (0.12) -- -- (0.06) --
-------- -------- --------- -------- ---------
Total distributions (0.87) (0.79) (0.94) (0.65) (0.40)
-------- -------- --------- -------- ---------
Change in net asset value (0.04) 0.58 0.48 (1.15) 0.12
-------- -------- --------- -------- ---------
Net asset value, end of period $ 9.99 $10.03 $ 9.45 $ 8.97 $ 10.12
======== ======== ========= ======== =========
Total return 8.58% 15.32% 16.65% (5.26)% 5.35% (3)
Ratios/supplemental data:
Net assets, end of period (thousands) $6,480 $5,967 $5,170 $1,780 $ 1,989
Ratio to average net assets of:
Operating expenses 0.65% 0.65% 0.65% 0.65% 0.65% (2)
Net investment income 7.45% 8.11% 7.60% 6.64% 6.13% (2)
Portfolio turnover 194% 231% 618% 124% 183% (2)
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(1) Includes reimbursement of operating expenses by investment adviser of
$0.22, $0.15, $0.40, $0.34 and $0.35, respectively.
(2) Annualized
(3) Not annualized
(4) Computed using average shares outstanding.
See Notes to Financial Statements 10
<PAGE>
PHOENIX MULTI-PORTFOLIO FUND
DIVERSIFIED INCOME PORTFOLIO
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 1997
1. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The Phoenix Multi-Portfolio Fund ("the Trust") is organized as a
Massachusetts business trust and is registered under the Investment Company Act
of 1940, as amended, as a diversified, open-end management investment company.
To date, six Portfolios are offered for sale: Diversified Income Portfolio,
Tax-Exempt Bond Portfolio, International Portfolio, Mid Cap Portfolio, Emerging
Markets Bond Portfolio and Real Estate Securities Portfolio. This report only
covers the Diversified Income Portfolio (the "Portfolio"). On November 19, 1997,
the Trustees approved an amendment to the Articles, changing the Portfolio name
to the Phoenix Strategic Income Fund. The Portfolio's investment objective is to
achieve current income through investment primarily in publicly-traded,
investment quality debt securities.
The following is a summary of significant accounting policies
consistently followed by the Portfolio in the preparation of its financial
statements. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets, liabilities, revenues and
expenses. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
A. Security valuation:
Debt securities are valued on the basis of broker quotations or
valuations provided by a pricing service which utilizes information with respect
to recent sales, market transactions in comparable securities, quotations from
dealers, and various relationships between securities in determining value.
Equity securities are valued at the last sale price, or if there had been no
sale that day, at the last bid price.
Short-term investments having a remaining maturity of 60 days or less
are valued at amortized cost which approximates market. All other securities and
assets are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by or under the
direction of the Trustees.
B. Security transactions and related income:
Security transactions are recorded on the trade date. Interest income
is recorded on the accrual basis. Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend
date or, in the case of certain foreign securities, as soon as the Portfolio is
notified. The Portfolio does not amortize premiums but does amortize discounts
using the effective interest method. Realized gains or losses are determined on
the identified cost basis.
C. Security lending:
The Portfolio loans securities to qualified brokers through an
agreement with State Street Bank & Trust (the Custodian). Under the terms of the
agreement, the Portfolio receives collateral with a market value not less than
100% of the market value of loaned securities. Collateral consists of cash,
securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government or its agencies and the
sovereign debt of foreign countries. Interest earned on the collateral and
premiums paid by the borrower are recorded as income by the Portfolio net of
fees charged by the Custodian for its services in connection with this
securities lending program. Lending portfolio securities involves a risk of
delay in the recovery of the loaned securities or in the foreclosure on
collateral. At November 30, 1997, the Portfolio had no security loans
outstanding.
D. Income taxes:
The Portfolio is treated as a separate taxable entity. It is the policy
of the Portfolio in the Trust to comply with the requirements of the Internal
Revenue Code (the "Code"), applicable to regulated investment companies, and to
distribute all of its taxable income to its shareholders. In addition, the
Portfolio intends to distribute an amount sufficient to avoid imposition of any
excise tax under Section 4982 of the Code. Therefore, no provision for federal
income taxes or excise taxes has been made.
E. Distributions to shareholders:
Distributions are recorded by the Portfolio on the ex-dividend date.
Income and capital gain distributions are determined in accordance with income
tax regulations which may differ from generally accepted accounting principles.
These differences include the treatment of expiring capital loss carryforwards,
foreign currency gain/loss, and losses deferred due to wash sales and excise tax
regulations. Permanent book and tax basis differences relating to shareholder
distributions will result in reclassifications to paid in capital.
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PHOENIX MULTI-PORTFOLIO FUND
DIVERSIFIED INCOME PORTFOLIO
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 1997 (Continued)
F. Expenses:
Expenses incurred by the Trust with respect to any two or more
Portfolios are allocated in proportion to the net assets of each Portfolio,
except where allocation of direct expense to each Portfolio or an alternative
allocation method can be more fairly made.
G. When-issued and delayed delivery transactions:
The Portfolio may engage in when-issued or delayed delivery
transactions. The Portfolio records when-issued securities on the trade date and
maintains collateral for the securities purchased. Securities purchased on a
when-issued or delayed delivery basis begin earning interest on the settlement
date.
2. INVESTMENT ADVISORY FEE AND RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
As compensation for its services to the Trust, the Adviser, Phoenix
Investment Counsel, Inc. ("PIC"), an indirect majority-owned subsidiary of
Phoenix Home Life Mutual Insurance Company ("PHL") is entitled to a fee, based
on an annual rate of 0.50% of the average daily net assets of the Diversified
Income Portfolio. The Adviser has agreed to reimburse the Diversified Income
Portfolio to the extent that expenses exceed 0.65% of the average daily net
assets.
As Financial Agent to the Portfolio, Phoenix Equity Planning
Corporation ("PEPCO"), received a fee for bookkeeping, administration, and
pricing services at an annual rate of 0.03% of the average daily net assets of
the Portfolio through December 31, 1996, and starting on January 1, 1997, at an
annual rate of 0.05% of average daily net assets up to $100 million, 0.04% of
average daily net assets of $100 million to $300 million, 0.03% of average daily
net assets of $300 million through $500 million, and 0.015% of average daily net
assets greater than $500 million; a minimum fee may apply.
PEPCO serves as the Portfolio's Transfer Agent with State Street Bank
and Trust Company as sub-transfer agent. For the year ended November 30, 1997,
transfer agent fees were $18,562 which were all paid to State Street.
3. PURCHASE AND SALE OF SECURITIES
Purchases and sales of securities during the year ended November 30,
1997 (excluding U.S. Government and agency securities and short-term securities)
were $8,480,831 and $8,142,131, respectively.
Purchases and sales of U.S. Government and agency securities during the
year ended November 30, 1997 were $3,919,912 and $3,860,396, respectively.
4. OTHER
As of November 30, 1997, substantially all shares of the Diversified
Income Portfolio were owned by PHL.
At the October 30, 1997 shareholder meeting, a change in the
Portfolio's investment objective, the investment advisory agreement, and the
offering of additional classes of shares were approved. The investment objective
of the Portfolio was changed to maximize current income by investing in debt
securities, with capital appreciation remaining as the secondary objective. The
new investment advisory agreement provides for the Adviser, PIC, to receive a
fee, based on an annual rate of 0.55% of the average aggregate daily net assets
up to $1 billion, 0.50% of the average aggregate daily net assets of $1 billion
through $2 billion, and 0.45% of average aggregate daily net assets over $2
billion. These changes are expected to become effective in March, 1998.
5. CREDIT RISK
In countries with limited or developing markets, investments may
present greater risks than in more developed markets and the prices of such
investments may be volatile. The consequences of political, social or economic
changes in these markets may have disruptive effects on the market prices of
these investments and the income they generate, as well as a fund's ability to
repatriate such amounts.
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PHOENIX MULTI-PORTFOLIO FUND
DIVERSIFIED INCOME PORTFOLIO
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
November 30, 1997 (Continued)
6. LOAN AGREEMENTS
The Portfolio may invest in direct debt instruments which are interests
in amounts owned by a corporate, governmental, or other borrower to lenders or
lending syndicates. The Portfolio's investments in loans may be in the form of
participations in loans or assignments of all or a portion of loans from third
parties. A loan is often administered by a bank or other financial institution
(the lender) that acts as agent for all holders. The agent administers the terms
of the loan, as specified in the loan agreement. When investing in a loan
participation, the Portfolio has the right to receive payments of principal,
interest and any fees to which it is entitled only from the lender selling the
loan agreement and only upon receipt by the lender of payments from the
borrower. The Portfolio generally has no right to enforce compliance with the
terms of the loan agreement with the borrower. As a result, the Portfolio may be
subject to the credit risk of both the borrower and the lender that is selling
the loan agreement. For loans which the Portfolio is a participant, the
Portfolio may not sell its participation in the loan without the lender's prior
consent. When the Portfolio purchases assignments from lenders it acquires
direct rights against the borrower on the loan. Direct indebtedness of emerging
countries involves a risk that the government entities responsible for the
repayment of the debt may be unable, or unwilling to pay the principal and
interest when due.
7. RECLASS OF CAPITAL ACCOUNTS
In accordance with accounting pronouncements, the Portfolio has
recorded several reclassifications in the capital accounts. These
reclassifications have no impact on the net asset value of the Portfolio and are
designed generally to present undistributed income and realized gains on a tax
basis which is considered to be more informative to the shareholder. As of
November 30, 1997, the Portfolio has decreased capital paid in on shares of
beneficial interest by $9,113, increased undistributed net investment income by
$13,679, and decreased accumulated net realized gains by $4,566.
TAX INFORMATION NOTICE (Unaudited)
For the fiscal year ended November 30, 1997, the Portfolio distributed
long-term capital gains dividends of $26,162.
This report is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors in the
Phoenix Diversified Income Portfolio unless preceded or accompanied by an
effective prospectus which includes information concerning the sales charge, the
Fund's record and other pertinent information.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS
Price Waterhouse LLP
To the Trustees and Shareholders of
Phoenix Diversified Income Portfolio
In our opinion, the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including
the schedule of investments (except for bond ratings), and the related
statements of operations and of changes in net assets and the financial
highlights present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of
Phoenix Diversified Income Portfolio (the "Portfolio") at November 30, 1997, and
the results of its operations, the changes in its net assets and the financial
highlights for each of the periods indicated, in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles. These financial statements and financial
highlights (hereafter referred to as "financial statements") are the
responsibility of the Portfolio's management; our responsibility is to express
an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our
audits of these financial statements in accordance with generally accepted
auditing standards which require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material
misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting
the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the
accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and
evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our
audits, which included confirmation of securities at November 30, 1997 by
correspondence with the custodian and brokers, and the application of
alternative procedures where confirmations from brokers were not received,
provide a reasonable basis for the opinion expressed above.
/s/ Price Waterhouse LLP
Boston, Massachusetts
January 21, 1998
<PAGE>
RESULTS OF SHAREHOLDER MEETING (Unaudited)
A special meeting in lieu of the Annual Meeting of shareholders of the Phoenix
Multi-Portfolio Diversified Income Portfolio was held on October 30, 1997 to
approve the following matters:
1. Approve a new investment advisory agreement providing for changes to
the fees to the investment adviser.
2. Approve a change in investment objective.
3. Approve the revisions in the restrictions of the use of call and put
options, futures contracts and related options to increase the
applicable limit to 5% of net assets.
4. Approve the elimination of a restriction on the use of futures
contracts and related options.
5. Approve the elimination of restrictions on investments in the
securities of any issuer with a record of less than three years of
continuous operations.
6. Approve the increase in the limitation on the use of illiquid
securities from 10% of total assets to 15% of net assets and to
eliminate the restriction on the purchase of restricted securities.
7. Approve the elimination of the limitation on the use of repurchase
agreements.
8. Approve the adoption of a service fee plan.
On the record date for this meeting, there were 636,491 shares outstanding and
99.99% of the shares outstanding and entitled to vote were present by proxy.
NUMBER OF VOTES: For Against
1. Advisory Agreement 636,466 0
2. Investment Objective 636,466 0
3. Revisions in Restrictions 636,466 0
4. Elimination of Restriction 636,466 0
5. Restrictions on Issuers 636,466 0
6. Illiquid Securities 636,466 0
7. Repurchase Agreements 636,466 0
8. Service Fee Plan 636,466 0
<PAGE>
PHOENIX DIVERSIFIED INCOME PORTFOLIO
101 Munson Street
Greenfield, MA 01301
Trustees
C. Duane Blinn
Robert Chesek
E. Virgil Conway
Harry Dalzell-Payne
Francis E. Jeffries
Leroy Keith, Jr.
Philip R. McLoughlin
Everett L. Morris
James M. Oates
Calvin J. Pedersen
Philip R. Reynolds
Herbert Roth, Jr.
Richard E. Segerson
Lowell P. Weicker, Jr.
Officers
Philip R. McLoughlin, President
Michael E. Haylon, Executive Vice President
David R. Pepin, Executive Vice President
William J. Newman, Senior Vice President
James D. Wehr, Senior Vice President
David L. Albrycht, Vice President
Jeanne H. Dorey, Vice President
Timothy M. Heaney, Vice President
William E. Keen, III, Vice President
Peter S. Lannigan, Vice President
David Lul, Vice President
William R. Moyer, Vice President
Scott C. Noble, Vice President
Barbara Rubin, Vice President
Leonard J. Saltiel, Vice President
Michael Schatt, Vice President
Nancy G. Curtiss, Treasurer
G. Jeffrey Bohne, Secretary
Investment Adviser
Phoenix Investment Counsel, Inc.
56 Prospect Street
Hartford, CT 06115-0480
Principal Underwriter
Phoenix Equity Planning Corporation
100 Bright Meadow Boulevard
P.O. Box 2200
Enfield, CT 06083-2200
Custodian
State Street Bank and Trust Company
P.O. Box 351
Boston, MA 02101
Transfer Agent
Phoenix Equity Planning Corporation
100 Bright Meadow Boulevard
P.O. Box 2200
Enfield, CT 06083-2200
Independent Accountants
Price Waterhouse LLP
160 Federal Street
Boston, MA 02110
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