The objective of this Sub-Fund is to track the performance of S&P MidCap 400 Index (the "Index"), and to minimize the tracking error between the netasset value of the Sub-Fund and the performance of the Index. The anticipated level of the tracking error, under normal market conditions, is indicated in the prospectus of the Sub-Fund. The Index is a Net Total Return Index, dividends net of tax paid by the index constituents are included in the Index return. The Index is an equity index which is distinct from the large-cap S&P 500 and that provides investors with a benchmark for mid-sized U.S. companies.The Index is composed of 400 constituent companies and is designed to measure the performance of mid-cap segment of the U.S market, refl ecting therisk and return characteristics of this market segment. The Index is weighted by fl oat-adjusted market capitalization. More information about the composition of the index and its operating rules are available in the prospectus and at: spdji.com . The Index value is available via Bloomberg (SP400NTR). The Sub-Fund will apply an Indirect Replication methodology to get exposition to the Index. The Sub-Fund will invest into a total return swap (fi nancialderivative instrument) delivering the performance of the Index against the performance of the assets held. Derivatives are integral to the Sub-Fund'sinvestment strategies.