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34TH FLOOR CITY: CHICAGO STATE: IL ZIP: 60606 BUSINESS PHONE: 312-443-4400 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 111 SOUTH WACKER DRIVE STREET 2: 34TH FLOOR CITY: CHICAGO STATE: IL ZIP: 60606 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: HARBOR FUND DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 19920703 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: HARBOR GROWTH FUND DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 19871229 0000793769 S000000681 Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund C000001973 Institutional Class HACAX C000001974 Administrative Class HRCAX C000001975 Investor Class HCAIX 0000793769 S000000682 Harbor Bond Fund C000001976 Institutional Class HABDX C000001977 Administrative Class HRBDX 0000793769 S000000683 Harbor Short Duration Fund C000001978 Institutional Class HASDX C000001979 Administrative Class HRSDX 0000793769 S000000684 Harbor Money Market Fund C000001980 Institutional Class HARXX C000001981 Administrative Class HRMXX 0000793769 S000000685 Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund C000001982 Institutional Class HAMGX C000001983 Administrative Class HRMGX 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Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund C000002003 Institutional Class HYFAX C000002004 Administrative Class HYFRX C000002005 Investor Class HYFIX 0000793769 S000004237 Harbor Real Return Fund C000011929 Institutional Class HARRX C000011930 Administrative Class HRRRX 0000793769 S000012963 Harbor Global Value Fund C000035029 Institutional Class HAGVX C000035030 Administrative Class HRGVX C000035031 Investor Class HIGVX 0000793769 S000017271 Harbor Small Company Value Fund C000047814 Institutional Class HASMX C000047815 Administrative Class HRSMX C000047816 Investor Class HISMX 0000793769 S000023114 Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund C000067390 Institutional Class HACMX C000067391 Administrative Class HCMRX 0000793769 S000024697 Harbor Target Retirement Income Fund C000073328 Institutional Class HARAX C000073329 Administrative Class HARBX C000073330 Investor Class HARCX 0000793769 S000024698 Harbor Target Retirement 2050 Fund C000073331 Institutional Class HAFFX C000073332 Administrative 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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

 

Form N-CSR

CERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF

REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES

Investment Company Act file number: 811-4676

 

 

Harbor Funds

(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)

111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor

Chicago, Illinois 60606-4302

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code)

 

David G. Van Hooser   Christopher P. Harvey, Esq.
HARBOR FUNDS   DECHERT LLP
111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor   200 Clarendon Street – 27th Floor
Chicago, Illinois 60606-4302   Boston, MA 02116

(Name and address of agent for service)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (312) 443-4400

Date of fiscal year end: October 31

Date of reporting period: October 31, 2009

 

 

 


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ITEM 1 – REPORTS TO STOCKHOLDERS

The following are copies of reports transmitted to shareholders pursuant to Rule 30e-1 under the Act (17 CFR 270.30e-1):


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LOGO

 

Annual Report

October 31, 2009

Domestic Equity Funds

 

Growth Funds

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund

Value Funds

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

Harbor Small Company Value Fund


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Annual Report Overview

     1

Letter from the Chairman

     3

Growth Funds

    

HARBOR CAPITAL APPRECIATION FUND

    

Manager’s Commentary

     5

Fund Summary

     7

Fund Performance Summary

     8

Portfolio of Investments

     9

HARBOR MID CAP GROWTH FUND

    

Manager’s Commentary

     11

Fund Summary

     13

Fund Performance Summary

     14

Portfolio of Investments

     15

HARBOR SMALL CAP GROWTH FUND

    

Managers’ Commentary

     18

Fund Summary

     20

Fund Performance Summary

     21

Portfolio of Investments

     22

Value Funds

    

HARBOR LARGE CAP VALUE FUND

    

Manager’s Commentary

     24

Fund Summary

     26

Fund Performance Summary

     27

Portfolio of Investments

     28

HARBOR MID CAP VALUE FUND

    

Managers’ Commentary

     31

Fund Summary

     33

Fund Performance Summary

     34

Portfolio of Investments

     35

HARBOR SMALL CAP VALUE FUND

    

Manager’s Commentary

     38

Fund Summary

     40

Fund Performance Summary

     41

Portfolio of Investments

     42

HARBOR SMALL COMPANY VALUE FUND

    

Managers’ Commentary

     44

Fund Summary

     46

Fund Performance Summary

     47

Portfolio of Investments

     48

Financial Statements

    

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

     51

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

     52

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

     53

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

     57

Notes to Financial Statements

     65

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

     75

Fees and Expense Example

     76

Additional Information

    

ADDITIONAL TAX INFORMATION

     79

PROXY VOTING

     79

HOUSEHOLDING

     79

QUARTERLY PORTFOLIO DISCLOSURES

     79

TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS

     80

Harbor’s Privacy Statement

     82

Glossary

     83


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Harbor Domestic Equity Funds

ANNUAL REPORT OVERVIEW

 

 

Harbor Funds’ fiscal year ended October 31, 2009. The performance figures for each of the Harbor Funds shown below assume the reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, but do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of shares of the Funds. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice. For information on the different share classes, please refer to the current prospectus. The unmanaged indices do not reflect fees and expenses and are not available for direct investment.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

     Total Return
Year Ended October 31, 2009
 
     Institutional
Class
    Administrative
Class
    Investor
Class
 

GROWTH FUNDS

      

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

   22.31   21.97   21.85

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund

   10.12      10.02      9.93   

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund

   14.50      14.09      14.01   

VALUE FUNDS

      

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

   3.01      2.57      2.60   

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

   25.53      25.26      25.02   

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

   8.28      8.00      7.86   

Harbor Small Company Value Fund1

   32.72      32.25      32.32   

 

COMMONLY USED MARKET INDICES    Total Return
Year Ended
October 31, 2009
 

Dow Jones Wilshire 5000; entire U.S. stock market

   11.34

Russell 3000® Index; entire U.S. stock market

   10.83   

Standard & Poor’s 500 (S&P 500); large cap, domestic equity

   9.80   

Russell 1000® Growth; large cap, domestic equity

   17.51   

Russell Midcap® Growth; domestic equity

   22.48   

Russell 2000® Growth; small cap, domestic equity

   11.34   

Russell 1000® Value; large cap, domestic equity

   4.78   

Russell Midcap® Value; domestic equity

   14.52   

Russell 2000® Value; small cap, domestic equity

   1.96   

 

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ANNUAL REPORT OVERVIEW—Continued

 

 

       EXPENSE RATIOS2      Morningstar
Average3
(Unaudited)
 
       2005        2006        2007      2008        2009     

GROWTH FUNDS

                         

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

                         

Institutional Class

     0.68      0.67      0.66    0.67      0.69    0.98

Administrative Class

     0.92         0.92         0.92       0.92         0.94       1.31   

Investor Class

     1.10         1.07         1.04       1.05         1.06       1.30   

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund

                         

Institutional Class

     0.95      0.94      0.89    0.87      0.90    1.12

Administrative Class

     1.18         1.18         1.14       1.12         1.15       1.41   

Investor Class

     1.38         1.32         1.27       1.25         1.26       1.43   

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund

                         

Institutional Class

     0.84      0.82      0.82    0.84      0.88    1.29

Administrative Class

     1.09         1.07         1.07       1.09         1.13       1.57   

Investor Class

     1.27         1.22         1.20       1.21         1.25       1.63   

VALUE FUNDS

                         

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

                         

Institutional Class

     0.70      0.68      0.68    0.68      0.71    0.95

Administrative Class

     0.95         0.93         0.93       0.93         0.96       1.27   

Investor Class

     1.10         1.08         1.06       1.05         1.07       1.30   

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

                         

Institutional Class

     0.95      0.95      0.95    0.95      0.98    1.12

Administrative Class

     1.18         1.18         1.19       1.20         1.23       1.40   

Investor Class

     1.38         1.32         1.33       1.32         1.35       1.42   

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

                         

Institutional Class

     0.83      0.83      0.83    0.84      0.87    1.21

Administrative Class

     1.08         1.08         1.08       1.09         1.12       1.48   

Investor Class

     1.26         1.23         1.21       1.22         1.24       1.52   

Harbor Small Company Value Fund1

                         

Institutional Class

     N/A         N/A         0.95 %a,b     0.95      0.95    1.21

Administrative Class

     N/A         N/A         1.20 a,b     1.20         1.20       1.48   

Investor Class

     N/A         N/A         1.33 a,b     1.32         1.32       1.52   

 

 

1 Effective October 31, 2009, Harbor SMID Value Fund was renamed Harbor Small Company Value Fund.
2 Harbor Funds’ expense ratios are for operating expenses only and are shown net of all expense offsets, waivers and reimbursements. (See Financial Highlights).
3 Institutional Class comparison includes all actively managed no-load funds with 12b-1 fees less than or equal to 0.25% in the October 31, 2009 Morningstar Universe with the same investment style as the comparable Harbor Funds’ portfolio. Administrative and Investor Class comparisons includes all actively managed no-load funds with 12b-1 fees less than or equal to 0.25% in the October 31, 2009 Morningstar Universe, excluding the Institutional Share Class Funds, with the same investment style as the comparable Harbor Funds’ portfolio.
a Annualized.
b For the period May 1, 2007 (inception) through October 31, 2007.

 

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Letter from the Chairman

 

 

LOGO

David G. Van Hooser

Chairman

 

Dear Fellow Shareholder:

The fiscal year ended October 31, 2009 was one of the most remarkable years in history for the financial markets. As the fiscal year began, domestic equity markets were experiencing declines of a magnitude last seen over 70 years ago. Certain segments of the credit markets had very limited liquidity and fixed income investors were seeking the safety of U.S. Treasury securities. The financial crisis broadened into an economic crisis with declines in domestic spending and consumer confidence and an increase in unemployment. These conditions were not confined to the U.S. Almost every market and economy in the world was experiencing a similar or related crisis.

The financial and economic environment had a severe impact on domestic equity markets early in fiscal 2009. The domestic equity market, as measured by the Wilshire 5000 Total Market Index was down 29.01% from the end of fiscal 2008 (October 31, 2008) to March 9, 2009. Then, when many prognosticators thought the equity market could only get worse, equity markets around the world staged a stunning recovery as investors began to focus on early indications suggesting that financial and economic conditions were starting to improve. The Wilshire 5000 rose 56.81% from March 9 to October 31 to finish up 11.32% for fiscal 2009.

Harbor Domestic Equity Funds

In such a roller-coaster market environment, the Harbor Funds lineup of domestic equity funds generally performed well as shown in the table below.

 

       AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS PERIODS ENDED OCTOBER 31, 2009  

Harbor Domestic Equity Funds

            Annualized  

Growth Funds

     1 Year      5 years      10 years  

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund (Institutional Class)

     22.31    2.83    -1.58

Russell 1000® Growth

     17.51    1.27    -3.39

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund (Institutional Class)

     10.12    3.61    N/A   

Russell Midcap® Growth

     22.48    2.22    N/A   

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund (Institutional Class)

     14.50    0.87    N/A   

Russell 2000® Growth

     11.34    0.95    N/A   

Value Funds

                      

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund (Institutional Class)

     3.01    0.70    1.99

Russell 1000® Value

     4.78    -0.05    1.70

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund (Institutional Class)

     25.53    1.15    N/A   

Russell Midcap® Value

     14.52    2.05    N/A   

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund (Institutional Class)

     8.28    0.07    N/A   

Russell 2000® Value

     1.96    0.08    N/A   

Harbor Small Company Value Fund (Institutional Class)

     32.72    N/A       N/A   

Russell 2000® Value

     1.96    N/A       N/A   

Five of the seven domestic equity funds (Institutional Class) outperformed their benchmarks for the fiscal year. The Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund (Institutional Class) had a return of 22.31% for the fiscal year, comfortably outperforming its benchmark, the Russell 1000® Growth Index, by 480 basis points. (A basis point is one-hundredth of one percent.) The Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund (Institutional Class) with a return of 14.50% outperformed its Russell 2000® Growth benchmark by 316 basis points.

The two domestic equity funds that are managed in a deep value style had the strongest performances, on both an absolute and relative basis, of any of the Harbor domestic equity funds. The Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund (Institutional Class) had a return of 25.53%, exceeding by 1,101 basis points the return of its benchmark, the Russell Midcap® Value Index. The Harbor Small Company Value Fund (Institutional Class) had a return of 32.72% for the year, outperforming its Russell 2000® Value Index benchmark by a 3,076 basis points. While the fiscal 2009 performance of our two deep value managers was impressive, every investor should remember that such performance was a function of unusual market conditions that are unlikely to be repeated in fiscal 2010. Deep value managers seek to buy stocks that are out of favor with investors at the time of purchase. When such stocks recover, their returns can sometimes exceed the return of the broader market by a wide margin. While such recoveries are gratifying, deep value funds and managers, like all funds and managers, should be evaluated based on their longer term performance and not the performance of any single year.

We were disappointed in the performance of the Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund in fiscal 2009. Following four years of solid performances, the Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund had a return of 10.12%, trailing its Russell Midcap® Growth Index by 1,236 basis points.

As always, we would encourage investors to maintain a long-term focus in evaluating their investments, including Harbor Funds. Comments by the portfolio managers of each domestic equity fund can be found in the pages preceding the respective Fund’s portfolio of investments.

 

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International, Commodity and Fixed Income Markets

While domestic equity markets were improving, international equity markets were showing even stronger results. The MSCI EAFE Index of stocks in developed overseas markets had a return of 27.71% (in U.S. dollars). For U.S.-based investors, international returns as measured by the MSCI EAFE Index were aided by almost 1,400 basis points due to the weaker U.S. dollar in fiscal 2009. Emerging markets staged a robust recovery, with the MSCI Emerging Markets Index posting a gain of 64.13%.

Commodity prices began the year on a downward trend but later recovered as the global economic outlook showed signs of improvement. The Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total Return was virtually unchanged for the fiscal year.

The broad based U.S. investment-grade bond market, as measured by the Barclays Capital U.S Aggregate Index, was up 13.79% as investors became more comfortable with riskier fixed income investments during fiscal 2009. The high-yield bond market, down by more than 25% in the prior fiscal year, was the best overall performing fixed income asset class, with a return of more than 48% in fiscal 2009. The yield of the 10-Year Treasury Note was 3.39% on October 31, 2009, down from 3.97% at the end of fiscal 2008. Money market yields were only a few basis points at fiscal year end as the Federal Reserve in December 2008 reduced the federal funds target rate to a range of 0% to 0.25%.

 

       RETURNS FOR PERIODS ENDED OCTOBER 31, 2009  
              Annualized  

Domestic Equities

     1 Year      5 Years      10 Years      30 Years  

Dow Jones Wilshire 5000 (entire U.S. stock market)

     11.34    1.06    0.06    11.05

S&P 500 (large cap stocks)

     9.80       0.33       -0.95       11.20   

Russell Midcap® (mid cap stocks)

     18.75       2.40       5.09       12.65   

Russell 2000® (small cap stocks)

     6.46       0.59       4.11       10.52   

Russell 3000® Growth

     17.04       1.26       -3.14       9.91   

Russell 3000® Value

     4.56       -0.05       2.11       11.79   

International & Global

                             

MSCI EAFE (foreign stocks)

     27.71    5.10    2.04    9.75

MSCI World (global stocks)

     18.42       2.64       0.23       9.69   

MSCI Emerging Markets

     64.13       16.78       11.16       N/A   

Strategic Markets

                             

Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM

     0.10    -0.39    7.10    N/A   

Fixed Income

                             

BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield (high-yield bonds)

     48.79    6.02    6.28    N/A   

Barclays Capital Aggregate (domestic bonds)

     13.79       5.05       6.31       8.91

BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month Treasury Bills (proxy for money market returns)

     0.30       3.09       3.07       6.11   

Fund Changes

Effective October 31, 2009, the former Harbor SMID Value Fund was renamed the Harbor Small Company Value Fund and, consistent with the Fund’s new name, its benchmark was changed from the Russell 2500™ Value Index to the Russell 2000® Value Index. These changes are designed to align the Fund’s name and benchmark more closely with the Fund’s emphasis on companies in the small-cap value segment of the market. Evercore Asset Management continues to serve as the Fund’s subadviser.

The Harbor Small Company Growth Fund ceased operations on October 30, 2009 and assets remaining were liquidated with the proceeds returned to shareholders. The Board of Trustees of Harbor Funds determined that liquidating the Harbor Small Company Growth Fund would be in the best interest of the Fund and its shareholders since the asset level of the fund did not appear to be sustainable over the long term.

Investing for the Long Term

The dramatic market declines in late fiscal 2008 and early fiscal 2009, followed by the sharp increase in the markets since March 2009, caused even the most experienced investors to reconsider the level of risk they are willing to accept. Investing in equity and debt markets involves taking risks. Markets are uncertain and no one can predict consistently how the equity and debt markets will perform in the shorter term.

Over the years, experienced investors have learned that a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, and cash in an asset allocation that is consistent with their investment objectives and risk tolerance can be helpful in managing the risk and uncertainty of the markets.

Harbor Funds offers a range of domestic and international equity, strategic markets, and fixed income funds to help investors create an asset allocation plan to help each investor achieve their investment objectives.

Thank you for your investment in Harbor Funds.

December 17, 2009

LOGO

David G. Van Hooser

Chairman

 

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Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

MANAGER’S COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

SUBADVISER

Jennison Associates LLC

466 Lexington Avenue

New York, NY 10017

PORTFOLIO MANAGER

Spiros Segalas

Since 1990

Jennison has subadvised the Fund since 1990.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Long-term growth of capital.

PRINCIPAL STYLE CHARACTERISTICS

Mid to large cap growth stocks.

 

LOGO

Spiros Segalas

 

Management’s Discussion of Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

The fiscal year ended October 31, 2009, was marked by a severe decline in financial markets followed by an even sharper rebound. The credit crisis that began in 2007 escalated as the fiscal year began, prompting unprecedented coordination between the U.S. Treasury and Federal Reserve in efforts to resuscitate credit markets and stabilize the financial system. A collapsing housing market, debt deflation, rising unemployment, and stalled production and consumption contributed to the most severe recession since the Great Depression.

President Obama moved swiftly after his inauguration in January 2009 to revive the economy. New programs designed to thaw credit and address the issue of distressed bank loans were introduced, capital was injected into major financial institutions, and an almost $800 billion fiscal stimulus package was enacted.

In the second half of the fiscal year, signs of economic stabilization led to a strong resurgence in the U.S. equity market. Distressed sale prices, low interest rates, increased mortgage credit, and first-time homebuyers’ tax credits stimulated housing activity. Stimulus measures revitalized car sales, and declines in retail sales and corporate revenue moderated.

After contracting steeply at the end of calendar year 2008 and in the first quarter of 2009, U.S. GDP grew 2.8% in 2009’s third quarter. However, unemployment, which climbed to 9.8% at the end of September, remained a substantial impediment to growth and suggested an uneven path to recovery.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund advanced 22.31% (Institutional Class), 21.97% (Administrative Class), and 21.85% (Investor Class) in the fiscal year. The Fund outperformed its Russell 1000® Growth Index benchmark, which rose 17.51%, and the broader market, as represented by the S&P 500 Index, which climbed 9.80%.

Technology positions contributed most to positive return. Apple’s gain was fueled by better-than-expected iPod and iPhone sales. The company’s cutting-edge software for managing, editing, and sharing content is making Apple a prime beneficiary of the digitization of music, photos, and video. With iPhone, Apple is also seeing significant incremental growth in the mobile phone market. We believe the company’s creativity and innovation in product design and marketing will continue to drive share gains.

Internet search leader Google advanced on solid earnings growth and margin expansion. We consider Google’s technological lead and dominant position in Internet search a unique strength that has enabled it to monetize search traffic at a meaningfully higher rate than its competitors. Google’s continued investment in capacity and research and development should, we believe, lead to new streams of revenue through product, format, and technological innovation.

In the consumer discretionary sector, Amazon.com rose more than 100%. The world’s largest online retailer’s strong earnings reflected an ongoing secular shift toward e-commerce and the company’s market share gains.

 

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Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

MANAGER’S COMMENTARY—Continued

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

Google Inc.

  4.9%

Apple Inc.

  4.5%

Amazon.com Inc.

  4.1%

Microsoft Corp.

  3.6%

VISA Inc.

  3.2%

Qualcomm Inc.

  2.9%

Goldman Sachs Group Inc.

  2.8%

Medco Health Solutions Inc.

  2.7%

Gilead Sciences Inc.

  2.7%

Mastercard Inc. (US)

  2.5%

 

Goldman Sachs was a standout performer in financials, advancing on strong earnings and revenue. We expect the company to continue to benefit from its solid balance sheet and deft navigation of the uneven market environment.

In health care, Alcon rose on better-than-expected earnings and moves by Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis to buy a majority stake in the optical care leader. Pharmacy-benefits manager Medco Health Solutions gained on strong retail prescriptions and operating leverage.

Key individual detractors from return included Celgene, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Wal-Mart Stores. Thermo, a provider of instruments and services to scientists and manufacturers, declined on disappointing earnings and revenue, while Wal-Mart fell on currency exchange headwinds, tough comparable-store sales comparisons, and gross margin issues related to food price deflation and price competition. We eliminated the Fund’s positions in both stocks.

Celgene declined on concerns that its drug Revlimid might not meet high sales expectations. Already approved in multiple myeloma patients who have failed other therapies, Revlimid is being tested as a first-line treatment for the blood cancer. We like the prospects for its approval as an initial therapy and believe the drug could eventually be approved to treat other diseases, such as non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

With the S&P 500 Index up substantially from its March 2009 low, investors are counting on revenue growth to supplant tight cost management as the primary driver of earnings growth. The rebound in global manufacturing is gaining steam and looks sufficiently strong to fuel GDP expansion over the balance of 2009. When revenue growth reaccelerates—something investors have begun to factor into earnings estimates for the coming year—many companies should be poised to exercise meaningful operating leverage.

There is reason for caution beyond the manifest headwind of high unemployment. There are concerns that fiscal stimulus may be overstating corporate performance, calling into question the durability of growth once the effects of stimulus wane or expire. At the same time, looming budget deficits and the need to finance them are pressuring the U.S. dollar. Proposed health care reform measures would increase future budget shortfalls, adding urgency to the search for additional revenue sources in the coming years. Expiration of Bush-era tax cuts at the end of 2010 makes tax rate increases virtually inevitable even without the added burden of budget deficits.

We are optimistic that the earnings growth of companies held in the portfolio, which in this recession has been driven largely by a keen focus on managing costs, will soon be spurred by top-line growth that is fueled by economic expansion and market share gains borne of weakened competition and new product introductions. The portfolio holds a slightly greater number of stocks now than it did at the beginning of 2009, as we anticipate more companies are fundamentally positioned to outperform despite what may be an uneven and fitful path to recovery.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Jennison Associates LLC at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in, or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Since the Fund may hold foreign securities, it may be subject to greater risks than funds invested only in the U.S. These risks are more severe for securities of issuers in emerging market regions. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2012
 
Cusip     411511504
 
Ticker     HACAX
 
Inception
Date
    12/29/1987
 

Net Expense

Ratio

   

0.69%

 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $7,159,390

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2212
 
Cusip     411511827
 
Ticker     HRCAX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

   

0.94%

 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $310,392

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2412
 
Cusip     411511819
 
Ticker     HCAIX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.06%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $536,173

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark

Weighted Average Market Cap (MM)

  $70,924   $72,863

Price/Earning Ratio (P/E)

  26.3x   20.3x

Price/Book Ratio (P/B)

  4.5x   3.9x

Beta vs. Russell 1000®
Growth Index

  0.91   1.00

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  72%   N/A

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of the market capitalization and style of the collective portfolio; individual investments may have different characteristics.

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SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $50,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/1999 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $50,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell 1000® Growth Index and the S&P 500 Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

 

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Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund                    
Institutional Class   22.31     2.83     -1.58     12/29/1987     $ 42,649
Comparative Indices                    
Russell 1000® Growth   17.51        1.27        -3.39            $ 35,401
S&P 500   9.80          0.33          -0.95                $ 45,450

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell 1000® Growth Index and the S&P 500 Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

 

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Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund                    
Administrative Class   21.97     2.56     5.44     11/01/2002     $ 14,484
Investor Class   21.85        2.42        5.24        11/01/2002     $ 14,294
Comparative Indices                    
Russell 1000® Growth   17.51        1.27        4.29            $ 13,415
S&P 500   9.80          0.33          4.31                $ 13,440

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 0.70% (Institutional Class); 0.95% (Administrative Class); and 1.07% (Investor Class). The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Equity Holdings (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash and short-term investments of 1.6%)

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COMMON STOCKS—98.4%

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE—1.2%
578,300   

Precision Castparts Corp.

  $ 55,245
612,060   

United Technologies Corp.

    37,611
        
       92,856
        
AUTO COMPONENTS—0.6%
2,148,400   

Johnson Controls Inc.

    51,390
        
BEVERAGES—2.0%
2,699,250   

PepsiCo Inc.

    163,440
        
BIOTECHNOLOGY—5.1%
2,804,200   

Celgene Corp.*

    143,154
5,024,200   

Gilead Sciences Inc.*

    213,780

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
BIOTECHNOLOGY—Continued
1,416,100   

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc.*

  $ 47,524
        
       404,458
        
CAPITAL MARKETS—4.3%
5,971,700   

Charles Schwab Corp.

    103,549
1,315,600   

Goldman Sachs Group Inc.

    223,876
473,900   

Morgan Stanley

    15,222
        
       342,647
        
CHEMICALS—0.8%
789,900   

Praxair Inc.

    62,750
        
COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT—5.4%
8,569,990   

Cisco Systems Inc.*

    195,824
5,680,330   

Qualcomm Inc.

    235,223
        
       431,047
        
COMPUTERS & PERIPHERALS—9.4%
1,904,042   

Apple Inc.*

    358,912
3,744,500   

Hewlett-Packard Co.

    177,714
814,500   

International Business Machines Corp.

    98,237
4,227,600   

NetApp Inc.*

    114,356
        
       749,219
        
DIVERSIFIED FINANCIAL SERVICES—0.9%
1,789,400   

JP Morgan Chase & Co.

    74,743
        
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT & INSTRUMENTS—0.9%
2,909,538   

Agilent Technologies Inc.*

    71,982
        
ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES—2.9%
2,553,600   

Schlumberger Ltd.

    158,834
4,231,300   

Weatherford International Ltd.*

    74,175
        
       233,009
        
FOOD & STAPLES RETAILING—2.8%
1,621,493   

Costco Wholesale Corp.

    92,182
3,828,000   

CVS/Caremark Corp.

    135,128
        
       227,310
        
FOOD PRODUCTS—1.4%
2,266,719   

Cadbury plc (UK)

    28,665
2,716,500   

Unilever plc.

    81,545
        
       110,210
        
HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES—4.2%
1,290,091   

Alcon Inc.

    184,212
2,746,100   

Baxter International Inc.

    148,454
        
       332,666
        
HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS & SERVICES—2.7%
3,876,500   

Medco Health Solutions Inc.*

    217,549
        
HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE—0.9%
2,971,671   

Marriott International Inc.

    74,470
        
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS—1.8%
1,799,000   

Colgate-Palmolive Co.

    141,455
        
INTERNET & CATALOG RETAIL—4.1%
2,741,000   

Amazon.com Inc.*

    325,658
        
INTERNET SOFTWARE & SERVICES—6.5%
190,462   

Baidu Inc. ADR (CHN)*1

    71,979
734,691   

Google Inc.*

    393,883
3,123,900   

Tencent Holding Ltd.

    55,261
        
       521,123
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
IT SERVICES—5.7%
898,462   

Mastercard Inc.

  $ 196,781
3,373,500   

VISA Inc.

    255,577
        
       452,358
        
LIFE SCIENCE TOOLS & SERVICES—0.5%
1,109,500   

Illuminia Inc.

    35,615
        
MEDIA—1.9%
5,661,500   

Walt Disney Co.

    154,955
        
MULTILINE RETAIL—3.3%
2,304,963   

Kohl’s Corp.*

    131,890
2,797,263   

Target Corp.

    135,471
        
       267,361
        
OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS—6.2%
2,314,400   

Occidental Petroleum Corp.

    175,617
2,810,900   

Petroleo Brasileiro SA ADR1 (BR)

    129,920
2,921,000   

Southwestern Energy Co.*

    127,297
1,901,500   

Suncor Energy Inc.

    62,787
        
       495,621
        
PHARMACEUTICALS—8.0%
1,888,700   

Abbott Laboratories

    95,512
3,373,828   

Mylan Inc.*

    54,791
1,614,000   

Novartis AG ADR

    83,847
3,907,500   

Roche Holdings AG Sponsored ADR (SWS)

    155,909
1,612,390   

Shire plc ADR

    85,940
3,305,100   

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. ADR (IL)1

    166,842
        
       642,841
        
ROAD & RAIL—1.0%
1,501,307   

Union Pacific Corp

    82,782
        
SEMICONDUCTORS & SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT—0.9%
2,908,800   

Analog Devices Inc.

    74,553
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
  SOFTWARE—9.6%
  5,336,150   

Adobe Systems Inc.*

  $ 175,773
  10,395,140   

Microsoft Corp.

    288,257
  5,299,600   

Oracle Corp.

    111,822
  1,403,471   

Salesforce.com Inc.*

    79,647
  1,920,500   

SAP AG ADR1

    86,941
  744,400   

Vmware Inc.*

    28,607
        
       771,047
        
  SPECIALTY RETAIL—0.9%
  1,782,335   

Tiffany & Co.

    70,028
        
  TEXTILES, APPAREL & LUXURY GOODS—2.5%
  1,323,400   

Coach Inc.

    43,632
  2,563,134   

Nike Inc.

    159,376
        
       203,008
        
 
 
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
    (Cost $6,465,087)
    7,878,151
        
    

SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—0.4%

 

(Cost $34,945)

 
Principal
Amount
(000s)
          
  REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS
$ 34,945   

Repurchase Agreement with State Street Corp. dated October 30, 2009 due November 2, 2009 at 0.010% collateralized by US Treasury Notes (market value $35,645)

    34,945
        
 
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—98.8%
    (Cost $6,500,032)
    7,913,096
        
  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES—1.2%     92,859
        
  TOTAL NET ASSETS—100.0%   $ 8,005,955
        

 

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Repurchase Agreements valued at $34,945 are classified as Level 2. All other holdings at October 31, 2009 (as disclosed in the preceding Portfolio of Investments) are classified as Level 1. There were no Level 3 holdings at any point during the period.

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels identified above, please refer to the Fair Value Measurements section in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

* Non-income producing security.

 

1 ADR after the name of a foreign holding stands for American Depositary Receipts representing ownership of foreign securities. ADRs are issued by U.S. banking institutions.

 

BR Brazil.

 

CHN China.

 

IL Israel.

 

SWS Switzerland.

 

UK United Kingdom.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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MANAGER’S COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

 

SUBADVISER

Wellington Management Company, LLP

75 State Street

Boston, MA 02109

PORTFOLIO MANAGER

Michael T. Carmen, CFA, CPA

Since 2005

EQUITY RESEARCH ANALYST

Mario E. Abularach,

CFA

Since 2006

Wellington Management has subadvised the Fund since September 20, 2005.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Long-term growth of capital.

PRINCIPAL STYLE CHARACTERISTICS

Mid cap companies with significant capital appreciation potential.

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Michael T. Carmen

 

Management’s Discussion of Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

After registering their sixth straight quarterly decline in the first quarter of calendar 2009, U.S. equity markets rose sharply as investors interpreted a slowdown in the pace of economic weakening as a sign that a bottoming process for the global economy had begun. Markets reacted positively to the responsiveness of many companies in trimming cost structures and realigning operations to meet a softer demand outlook. Many larger banks, brokerage firms, and real estate companies successfully launched capital raises, shoring up balance sheets and investor confidence. In the third calendar quarter, equity markets extended the rally. With the Federal Reserve maintaining interest rates at near zero, investors shifted back into riskier assets, and many stocks that had been punished during the financial crisis rebounded sharply. Signs of economic stabilization overshadowed concerns about high unemployment and weak home prices.

For the fiscal year ended October 31, 2009, mid cap stocks (up 18.2%) outperformed both large cap stocks (up 9.8%) and small cap stocks (up 6.5%), as measured by the Standard & Poor’s Midcap 400 Index, the S&P 500 Index, and the Russell 2000® Index, respectively.

Within the Russell Midcap® Growth Index (up 22.48%), 9 of the 10 economic sectors posted positive returns. The materials (up 36%), information technology (up 32%), and consumer discretionary (up 29%) groups performed best, while telecommunication services (down 1%) was the only sector to post a decline.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund returned 10.12% (Institutional Class), 10.02% (Administrative Class), and 9.93% (Investor Class) for the 12 months ended October 31, 2009, while its Russell Midcap® Growth Index benchmark finished up 22.48%. From a longer-term perspective, the Fund outperformed the index for the latest five-year period.

The Fund’s underperformance for Fiscal 2009 was the result of weak stock selection, most notably in the financials, information technology, health care, and materials groups. Strong stock selection in industrials and positive results from an above-index allocation to the consumer discretionary sector partially offset results.

Consumer discretionary holding Jarden was one of the largest relative contributors to the Fund’s absolute and relative performance. Shares of this consumer products company rose after its earnings exceeded expectations, helped by solid revenues, cost cuts, and market share gains. Industrials holding Aecom Technology, a global provider of professional technical and management support services, and information technology holding Red Hat, an enterprise software and services company, were also among the largest contributors to both absolute and relative performance.

The Fund’s relative performance also benefited from an overweighted exposure to the consumer discretionary sector, which was one of the top-performing groups in the index.

Holdings within financials detracted significantly from both relative and absolute performance. A number of insurance stocks, including Marsh & McLennan, WR Berkley, and ACE Limited, were among the largest detractors in this sector.

 

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MANAGER’S COMMENTARY—Continued

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

Jarden Corp.

  2.2%

Hanesbrands Inc.

  2.1%

Ingersoll Rand plc.

  1.7%

SXC Health Solutions Corp.

  1.7%

Best Buy Co. Inc.

  1.7%

Herbalife Ltd.

  1.6%

Coach Inc.

  1.6%

Urban Outfitters Inc.

  1.6%

Seagate Technology

  1.5%

BE Aerospace Inc.

  1.5%

 

Consumer discretionary holding Corinthian Colleges was the largest single detractor from the Fund’s relative performance. Shares of this post-secondary education services company were pressured as investors worried about regulatory issues and growth deceleration.

Also among the Fund’s largest detractors from both relative and absolute returns were industrials holding Covanta, a waste management and energy-from-waste services company; specialty chemical and engineered materials company Solutia, a holding in the materials sector; and Smithfield Foods, in the consumer staples group.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

Our investment philosophy is based on four key underlying premises. First, we believe that changes in earnings expectations drive security prices. Second, we believe that tangible operating momentum precedes earnings momentum. Third, quality management will provide us with an opportunity to identify companies that will achieve operating excellence. Finally, we believe that our valuation discipline helps control portfolio risk.

We employ this philosophy together with bottom-up fundamental analysis in an opportunistic investment approach in managing the Fund. We consider a very broad universe of available stocks within the mid cap market, typically focusing on companies with expected earnings growth of 15% or higher. To narrow the universe of available companies, we rely on intensive bottom-up fundamental proprietary research.

The Fund is largely constructed without regard to benchmark weightings by sector; however, we typically do not expect to exceed the benchmark weight by more than two times in any given sector. Bottom-up investment decisions resulted in an increase in exposure to the consumer discretionary group, the Fund’s largest sector overweight relative to the index as of October 31, 2009. We also remained overweight to the information technology sector. During the fiscal year, we moved from overweighted exposures to underweights in both the health care and financials sectors. At the end of the fiscal year, energy remained the Fund’s most significantly underweighted sector exposure relative to the benchmark.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Wellington Management Company, LLP at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in, or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Stocks of mid cap companies pose special risks, including possible illiquidity and greater price volatility than stocks of larger, more established companies. Since the Fund may also hold foreign securities, it may be subject to greater risks than funds invested only in the U.S. These risks are more severe for securities of issuers in emerging market regions. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2019
 
Cusip     411511876
 
Ticker     HAMGX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2000
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    0.90%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $220,402

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2219
 
Cusip     411511793
 
Ticker     HRMGX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.15%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $211,996

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2419
 
Cusip     411511785
 
Ticker     HIMGX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.26%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $42,970

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark

Weighted Average Market Cap (MM)

  $4,992   $5,954

Price/Earning Ratio (P/E)

  27.8x   22.0

Price/Book Ratio (P/B)

  2.9   3.4

Beta vs. Russell Midcap®
Growth Index

  0.94   1.00

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  177%   N/A

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of the market capitalization and style of the collective portfolio holdings; individual investments may have different characteristics.

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SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $50,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/2000 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $50,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell Midcap® Growth Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

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Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund                    
Institutional Class   10.12     3.61     -3.37     11/01/2000     $ 36,723
Comparative Index                    
Russell Midcap® Growth   22.48          2.22          -2.49                $ 39,859

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell Midcap® Growth Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

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Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund                    
Administrative Class   10.02     3.41     8.39     11/01/2002     $ 17,571
Investor Class   9.93        3.20        8.23        11/01/2002     $ 17,391
Comparative Index                    
Russell Midcap® Growth   22.48          2.22          7.79                $ 16,911

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 0.90% (Institutional Class); 1.15% (Administrative Class); and 1.28% (Investor Class). The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Equity Holdings (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash and short-term investments of 2.4%)

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COMMON STOCKS—97.6%

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE—1.5%
405,000   

BE Aerospace Inc.*

  $ 7,181
        
AIRLINES—1.6%
356,300   

Tam SA (BR)*

    5,084
891,800   

US Airways Group Inc.*

    2,729
        
       7,813
        
BEVERAGES—1.1%
45,200   

Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc.

    862
169,600   

Dr Pepper Snapple Group Inc.*

    4,623
        
       5,485
        
BIOTECHNOLOGY—1.6%
198,200   

Alkermes Inc.*

    1,580
198,400   

Amylin Pharmaceuticals Inc.*

    2,190
47,825   

Cephalon Inc.*

    2,610
120,800   

Seattle Genetics Inc.*

    1,097
        
       7,477
        
BUILDING PRODUCTS—2.1%
152,200   

Lennox International Inc.

    5,124
416,400   

Masco Corp.

    4,893
        
       10,017
        
CAPITAL MARKETS—3.7%
205,500   

Ameriprise Financial Inc.

    7,125
287,100   

Invesco Ltd.

    6,072
118,268   

Julius Baer Group Ltd. (SWS)

    4,452
        
       17,649
        
CHEMICALS—3.5%
58,000   

CF Industries Holdings Inc.

    4,828
6,481,000   

Huabao International Holdings Ltd. (CHN)

    6,180
135,700   

Scotts Miracle-Gro Corp.

    5,512
        
       16,520
        
COMMERCIAL BANKS—0.5%
635,000   

Huntington Bancshares Inc.

    2,419
        
COMMERCIAL SERVICES & SUPPLIES—1.1%
219,100   

Corrections Corp of America Inc.*

    5,245
        
COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT—3.2%
174,700   

Juniper Networks Inc.*

    4,457
306,100   

Riverbed Technology Inc.*

    6,272
725,300   

Tellabs Inc.*

    4,366
        
       15,095
        
COMPUTERS & PERIPHERALS—2.8%
289,600   

Sandisk Corp.*

    5,931
517,800   

Seagate Technology

    7,223
        
       13,154
        
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS—1.3%
250,700   

Eagle Materials Inc.

    6,230
        
DIVERSIFIED CONSUMER SERVICES—2.1%
105,000   

Brinks Home Sec Holdings Inc.*

    3,253
415,900   

Corinthian Colleges Inc.*

    6,596
        
       9,849
        
DIVERSIFIED FINANCIAL SERVICES—0.6%
724,300   

Great American Group Inc.*

    3,078
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT—1.9%
115,170   

Regal Beloit Corp.

  $ 5,399
36,547   

SMA Solar Tech AG (GER)

    3,506
        
       8,905
        
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT, INSTRUMENTS & COMPONENTS—2.1%
66,400   

Itron Inc.*

    3,987
448,100   

Jabil Circuit Inc.

    5,995
        
       9,982
        
ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES—0.7%
115,600   

Smith International Inc.

    3,206
        
FOOD PRODUCTS—1.3%
96,100   

Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Inc.*

    6,396
        
HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES—4.5%
56,200   

Beckman Coulter Inc.

    3,615
91,300   

Edwards Lifesciences Corp.*

    7,025
291,900   

Hologic Inc.*

    4,314
25,900   

Intuitive Surgical Inc.*

    6,381
        
       21,335
        
HEALTH CARE TECHNOLOGY—1.7%
174,400   

SXC Health Solutions Corp. (CAN)*

    7,967
        
HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE—3.3%
262,800   

Cheesecake Factory Inc.*

    4,777
72,000   

Ctrip.com International Ltd. ADR (CHN)1

    3,855
516,260   

MGM Mirage Inc.*

    4,786
58,300   

WMS Industries Inc.*

    2,331
        
       15,749
        
HOUSEHOLD DURABLES—4.5%
372,000   

Jarden Corp.*

    10,189
336,900   

MRV Engenharia e Participacoes SA. (BR)

    6,269
254,864   

Tempur Pedic International Inc.*

    4,937
        
       21,395
        
INTERNET & CATALOG RETAIL—0.3%
22,400   

Blue Nile Inc.*

    1,345
        
INTERNET SOFTWARE & SERVICES—1.9%
70,600   

Equinix Inc.*

    6,024
174,800   

Rackspace Hosting Inc.*

    2,928
        
       8,952
        
IT SERVICES—1.8%
156,400   

NeuStar Inc. Cl. A*

    3,613
263,300   

Western Union Co.

    4,784
        
       8,397
        
LEISURE EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTS—1.2%
292,242   

Pool Corp.

    5,722
        
MACHINERY—5.6%
106,300   

Illinois Tool Works Inc.

    4,881
263,800   

Ingersoll Rand plc.

    8,334
196,900   

Kennametal Inc.

    4,639
965,000   

Mueller Water Products Inc.

    4,323
156,200   

Pentair Inc.

    4,545
        
       26,722
        
MEDIA—2.4%
160,800   

DreamWorks Animation SKG Inc.*

    5,146
542,200   

Focus Media Holding Ltd.* (CHN)

    6,528
        
       11,674
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
MULTILINE RETAIL—2.5%
176,600   

Big Lots Inc.*

  $ 4,424
106,700   

Kohl’s Corp.*

    6,105
962,500   

Parkson Retail Group (CHN)

    1,585
        
       12,114
        
OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS—0.3%
215,389   

Karoon Gas Australia Ltd. (AUS)*

    1,487
        
PERSONAL PRODUCTS—1.6%
227,400   

Herbalife Ltd.

    7,652
        
PHARMACEUTICALS—3.1%
127,000   

Auxilium Pharmaceuticals Inc.*

    3,995
248,700   

Daiichi Sankyo Co Ltd. (JP)

    4,940
191,177   

Elan Corp. plc ADR (IE)*1

    1,042
136,196   

Watson Pharmaceuticals Inc.*

    4,688
        
       14,665
        
REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT—0.7%
307,200   

BR Malls Participacoes SA (BR)*

    3,401
        
ROAD & RAIL—2.1%
105,500   

JB Hunt Transport Services Inc.

    3,171
669,200   

Localiza Rent A Car Ltd. (BR)

    7,028
        
       10,199
        
SEMICONDUCTORS & SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT—8.7%
189,700   

Atheros Communications Inc.*

    4,670
552,500   

Cypress Semiconductors Corp.*

    4,658
350,800   

Marvell Technology Group Ltd.*

    4,813
286,400   

Maxim Integrated Products Inc.

    4,774
410,000   

Nvidia Corp.*

    4,904
451,800   

On Semiconductor Corp.*

    3,023
1,331,230   

RF Micro Devices Inc.*

    5,298
403,100   

Skyworks Solutions Inc.*

    4,204
907,100   

Triquint Semiconductor Inc.*

    4,889
        
       41,233
        
SOFTWARE—4.8%
150,600   

Adobe Systems Inc.*

    4,961
184,200   

BMC Software Inc.*

    6,845
113,400   

McAfee Inc.*

    4,749
234,700   

Red Hat Inc.*

    6,058
        
       22,613
        
SPECIALTY RETAIL—7.9%
142,900   

Advance Auto Parts Inc.

    5,324
130,200   

Aeropostale Inc.*

    4,886
204,100   

Best Buy Co. Inc.

    7,793
315,700   

Gap Inc.

    6,737
242,850   

Staples Inc.

    5,270
235,500   

Urban Outfitters Inc.*

    7,390
        
       37,400
        
TEXTILES, APPAREL & LUXURY GOODS—5.2%
228,300   

Coach Inc.

    7,527
470,000   

Hanesbrands Inc.*

    10,162
170,200   

Warnco Group Inc.*

    6,898
        
       24,587
        
WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES—0.8%
102,525   

American Tower Corp.*

    3,775
        
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
    (Cost $414,286)
    464,085
        
    

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—0.5%

 

(Cost $2,308)

 
Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS
$ 2,308   

Repurchase Agreement with State Street Corp. dated October 30, 2009 due November 2, 2009 at 0.010% collateralized by Federal National Mortgage Association (market value $2,357)

  $ 2,308
        
 
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—98.1%
    (Cost $416,594)
    466,393
        
  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES—1.9%     8,975
        
  TOTAL NET ASSETS—100.0%   $ 475,368
        

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Repurchase Agreements valued at $2,308 are classified as Level 2. All other holdings at October 31, 2009 (as disclosed in the preceding Portfolio of Investments) are classified as Level 1. There were no Level 3 holdings at any point during the period.

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels identified above, please refer to the Fair Value Measurements section in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

* Non-income producing security.

 

1 ADR after the name of a foreign holding stands for American Depositary Receipts representing ownership of foreign securities. ADRs are issued by U.S. banking institutions.

 

AUS Australia.

 

BR Brazil.

 

CAN Canada.

 

CHN China.

 

GER Germany.

 

IE Ireland.

 

JP Japan.

 

SWS Switzerland.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

SUBADVISER

Westfield Capital Management Company, L.P.

One Financial Center

24th Floor

Boston, MA 02111

PORTFOLIO MANAGERS

William Muggia

Lead Portfolio Manager

Since 2000

Arthur Bauernfeind

Since 2000

Matthew Strobeck

Since 2003

Ethan Meyers

Since 2000

Scott Emerman

Since 2002

Westfield has subadvised the Fund since its inception in 2000.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Long-term growth of capital.

PRINCIPAL STYLE CHARACTERISTICS

Small cap growth stocks demonstrating consistent or accelerating earnings growth.

LOGO

William Muggia

LOGO

Arthur Bauernfeind

LOGO

Matthew Strobeck

LOGO

Ethan Meyers

LOGO

Scott Emerman

 

Management’s Discussion of Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

The stock market decline from the October 2007 highs continued well into the first calendar quarter of 2009 as further economic weakness and investor concerns of a systemic financial collapse drove stocks to new bear market lows. The market then rallied dramatically from the lows established in March, advancing over 20% in less than three weeks, seemingly catalyzed by a bounce in home sales, positive comments about financial results by Citigroup and J.P. Morgan, and evidence of a functional investment-grade credit market. The market advance started from a deeply oversold condition and was further propelled by evidence that economic conditions had become what many investors deemed “less bad.” Merger and acquisition volumes were down significantly year-on-year, but a flurry of activity late in the fiscal year suggests that corporate management teams are feeling increasingly optimistic. In addition, benign inflation readings have continued to provide cover for the Federal Reserve to remain accommodative.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund outperformed its Russell 2000® Growth Index benchmark for the year ended October 31, 2009. The Fund returned 14.50% (Institutional Class), 14.09% (Administrative Class), and 14.01% (Investor Class), while the index returned 11.34%. The Fund’s outperformance relative to the index was the result of positive stock selection within industrials, information technology, energy, and materials. The health care sector was the only notable source of relative weakness.

Industrials added nearly 360 basis points, or 3.60 percentage points, to relative returns. Mining equipment company Bucyrus was purchased in the spring and nearly doubled in the holding period. We estimate that 80% of the worldwide power generating capacity that will be added in the next decade will be built in the emerging markets. In our opinion, Bucyrus is well positioned to take advantage of this growth. Aegean Marine, a supplier of refined marine fuel to ships in port and at sea, rose over 100% and was one of the portfolio’s best absolute performers. The company continued to gain market share.

Stocks within information technology added over 280 basis points to relative returns. The sector was the second-best performer in the benchmark index, and a modestly overweighted exposure in the portfolio boosted relative gains. However, positive stock selection was the real driver of performance, as portfolio holdings in the sector returned over 43% in aggregate, compared to the benchmark’s sector return of 30%. In May, NetApp announced an agreement to purchase the outstanding shares of Data Domain, which we had added to the portfolio in February. Our position in Data Domain was sold on strength after EMC Corporation made an unsolicited offer for the company that was 20% higher than NetApp’s original bid. Red Hat, an open-source software development and licensing company, contributed meaningfully to relative performance. The portfolio’s position in Red Hat was increased twice as our independent research revealed a better tone of business than anticipated by Wall Street.

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY—Continued

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

Nuance Communications Inc.

  3.7%

Alexion Pharmaceuticals Inc.

  2.8%

GEO Group Inc.

  2.7%

SkillSoft plc (IE)

  2.6%

Alpha Natural Resources Inc.

  2.5%

Netflix Inc.

  2.3%

ev3 Inc.

  2.3%

United Therapeutics Corp.

  2.3%

Exterran Holdings Inc.

  2.3%

Quest Software Inc.

  2.2%

 

The energy sector was a source of 210 basis points of relative gains. Foundation Coal rallied after agreeing to merge with Alpha Natural Resources in an all-stock transaction. While the portfolio’s position size was reduced shortly after the announcement, we remain bullish on prospects for the combined entity, given significant revenue and cost synergies. Within oil & gas equipment and services, Oil States International rose 49%. The company has consistently reported quarterly earnings above analyst expectations despite macroeconomic headwinds. We think that the company’s longer-cycle, oil-levered segments will continue to fuel superior operating results.

 

Materials contributed over 80 basis points to relative results. Thompson Creek Metals is a producer of molybdenum, used in high- strength steel alloys. The stock, which was among the portfolio’s best performers, was purchased in April and sold late in the summer after it reached our price target.

A large representation of health care stocks in the portfolio had a negative impact on performance as the sector lagged the market advance. Our sector overweight, combined with disappointing stock performance, led to a relative impact of approximately -450 basis points. Immucor, a manufacturer of automated blood-testing systems, received a subpoena in late April from the Department of Justice regarding its activities in the blood re-agents industry. While this inquiry created a psychological overhang for the stock, the company has been beating analyst estimates, has good visibility based on recent capital placements and the associated deferred revenue, and has a new-product cycle commencing in the end of 2009. We continued to hold the position. The Medicines Company was weak given continued uncertainty around the pending expiration of its patent on Angiomax, an anticoagulant. The patent is set to expire in 2010, and we believe there is strong support for an extension because of the cost benefit of the drug.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

We believe that the U.S. economy likely bottomed late in the second calendar quarter of 2009 and has begun to grow. Inventories at nearly all levels of the production chain are low and replenishment is providing a cyclical uplift. Some economists think replenishment is a one-time event. We do not agree. Once production begins and workers are being paid, inventories will require normal replenishment. Furthermore, the very weak dollar should put U.S. exports back into world markets. Here in the States, much of the federal stimulus program won’t hit until 2010 and beyond. Valuation has remained supportive despite the dramatic run-up from the March market lows. Price-to-earnings multiples expanded from 9x to10x in February to a 15x to 20x range as of October 31, 2009, as the U.S. equities market staged a recovery while corporate profits continued to fall. We believe that the most compelling argument for stocks, however, is their attractiveness relative to other assets. As of October 31, 2009, the 10-year moving average of U.S. common stock total returns is negative. The public seems to have given up on stocks. The relatively better bond performance of late has driven a stampede into fixed income funds. Through September, bond funds experienced record net inflows while equity funds experienced net outflows. The investing public’s skepticism bolsters our bullish inclinations.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Westfield Capital Management Company, L.P. at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in, or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Stocks of small cap companies pose special risks, including possible illiquidity and greater price volatility than stocks of larger, more established companies. Because the Fund typically invests in about 60-70 companies, an adverse event affecting a particular company may hurt the Fund’s performance more than if it had invested in a larger number of companies. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2010
 
Cusip     411511868
 
Ticker     HASGX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2000
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    0.88%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $317,168

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2210
 
Cusip     411511769
 
Ticker     HRSGX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.13%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $25,794

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2410
 
Cusip     411511777
 
Ticker     HISGX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.25%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $20,974

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark

Weighted Average Market Cap (MM)

  $1,739   $934

Price/Earning Ratio (P/E)

  29.8x   24.1x

Price/Book Ratio (P/B)

  2.6x   3.0x

Beta vs. Russell 2000® Growth Index

  0.92   1.00

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  57%   N/A

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of the market capitalization and style of the collective portfolio holdings; individual investments may have different characteristics.

LOGO

 

SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $50,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/2000 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $50,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell 2000® Growth Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

 

LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund                    
Institutional Class   14.50     0.87     3.30     11/01/2000     $ 66,945
Comparative Index                    
Russell 2000® Growth   11.34          0.95          -1.52                $ 43,557

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell 2000® Growth Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund                    
Administrative Class   14.09     0.61     6.19     11/01/2002     $ 15,228
Investor Class   14.01        0.46        6.04        11/01/2002     $ 15,072
Comparative Index                    
Russell 2000® Growth   11.34          0.95          7.15                $ 16,215

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 0.87% (Institutional Class); 1.12% (Administrative Class) and 1.24% (Investor Class). The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Equity Holdings (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash and short-term investments of 1.5%)

LOGO

 

COMMON STOCKS—98.5%

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE—0.8%
251,600   

Hexcel Corp.*

  $ 2,768
        
AIRLINES—1.2%
1,462,250   

US Airways Group Inc.*

    4,475
        
BIOTECHNOLOGY—12.1%
318,600   

Acorda Therapeutics Inc.*

    6,923
232,180   

Alexion Pharmaceuticals Inc.*

    10,311
289,100   

Allos Therapeutics Inc.*

    1,634
427,200   

Amylin Pharmaceuticals Inc.*

    4,716
238,400   

OSI Pharmaceuticals Inc.*

    7,681
195,800   

United Therapeutics Corp.*

    8,330
128,250   

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc.*

    4,304
        
       43,899
        
CAPITAL MARKETS—1.5%
104,809   

Stifel Financial Corp.*

    5,446
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
CHEMICALS—2.3%
190,800   

Intrepid Potash Inc.*

  $ 4,915
309,389   

Solutia Inc.*

    3,403
        
       8,318
        
COMMERCIAL BANKS—3.0%
222,148   

Signature Bank*

    7,011
272,400   

Texas Capital Bancshares Inc.*

    3,969
        
       10,980
        
COMMERCIAL SERVICES & SUPPLIES—2.7%
468,700   

GEO Group Inc.*

    9,913
        
COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT—3.7%
385,539   

Emulex Corp.*

    3,894
331,733   

JDS Uniphase Corp.*

    1,854
361,150   

Polycom Inc.*

    7,754
        
       13,502
        
COMPUTERS & PERIPHERALS—0.6%
165,428   

3Par Inc.*

    1,556
24,450   

Compellent Technologies Inc.*

    448
        
       2,004
        
CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING—1.2%
247,600   

Tutor Perini Corp.*

    4,370
        
DIVERSIFIED CONSUMER SERVICES—3.2%
61,900   

American Public Education Inc.*

    1,975
286,100   

K12 Inc.*

    4,589
1,102,700   

Stewart Enterprises Inc. Cl. A

    5,050
        
       11,614
        
ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES—6.9%
363,005   

Complete Production Services Inc.*

    3,459
405,110   

Exterran Holdings Inc.*

    8,276
176,000   

Oil States International Inc.*

    6,062
340,820   

Superior Energy Services Inc.*

    7,365
        
       25,162
        
HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES—6.8%
721,300   

ev3 Inc.*

    8,497
420,957   

Immucor Inc.*

    7,527
212,100   

Masimo Corp.*

    5,635
90,875   

Orthofix International NV* (NET)

    2,908
        
       24,567
        
HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS & SERVICES—6.1%
200,900   

Brookdale Senior Living Inc.*

    3,383
489,000   

Health Management Associates Inc. Cl. A*

    2,983
132,900   

Lincare Holdings Inc.*

    4,174
83,700   

Mednax Inc.*

    4,346
430,250   

Sun Healthcare Group Inc.*

    3,907
658,500   

Tenet Healthcare Corp.*

    3,371
        
       22,164
        
HEALTH CARE TECHNOLOGY—1.5%
425,847   

Phase Forward Inc.*

    5,583
        
HOUSEHOLD DURABLES—0.6%
162,300   

KB Home

    2,301
        
INSURANCE—1.6%
232,350   

Tower Group Inc.

    5,711
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
INTERNET & CATALOG RETAIL—2.3%
159,250   

Netflix Inc.*

  $ 8,512
        
INTERNET SOFTWARE & SERVICES—2.6%
997,676   

SkillSoft plc (IE)*

    9,558
        
IT SERVICES—1.8%
396,170   

CyberSource Corp.*

    6,489
        
LIFE SCIENCES TOOLS & SERVICES—0.5%
28,150   

Dionex Corp.*

    1,911
        
MACHINERY—4.1%
116,600   

Bucyrus International Inc. Cl. A

    5,179
379,450   

Colfax Corporation*

    4,129
152,610   

Gardner Denver Inc.*

    5,480
        
       14,788
        
MARINE—0.9%
96,850   

Kirby Corp.*

    3,274
        
OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS—3.4%
266,042   

Alpha Natural Resources Inc.

    9,037
257,700   

Quicksilver Resources Inc.*

    3,144
        
       12,181
        
PHARMACEUTICALS—1.2%
675,650   

Adolor Corp.*

    980
264,850   

Medicines Co.*

    1,904
489,950   

Santarus Inc.*

    1,514
        
       4,398
        
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES—1.0%
156,140   

Huron Consulting Group Inc.*

    3,623
        
SEMICONDUCTORS & SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT—2.8%
248,063   

ATMI Inc.*

    3,758
111,600   

Cavium Avium Network Inc.*

    2,116
740,600   

Integrated Device Technology Inc.*

    4,355
        
       10,229
        
SOFTWARE—13.6%
550,900   

Cadence Design Systems Inc.*

    3,366
363,169   

Informatica Corp.*

    7,710
355,073   

Net 1 UEPS Technologies Inc. (S.AFR)*

    6,210
1,036,600   

Nuance Communications Inc.*

    13,590

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

 
Shares         Value
(000s)
 
    
  SOFTWARE—Continued   
  472,750   

Quest Software Inc.*

  $ 7,928   
  226,270   

Red Hat Inc.*

    5,840   
  279,050   

Solarwinds Inc.*

    4,967   
          
       49,611   
          
  SPECIALTY RETAIL—5.3%   
  431,250   

Chico’s Inc.*

    5,154   
  236,900   

Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc.*

    5,375   
  149,041   

J. Crew Group Inc.*

    6,078   
  192,990   

Sonic Automotive Inc. Cl. A

    1,725   
  69,150   

Vitamin Shoppe Inc.*

    1,215   
          
       19,547   
          
  TRADING COMPANIES & DISTRIBUTORS—1.6%   
  127,762   

Beacon Roofing Supply Inc.*

    1,835   
  76,100   

Watsco Inc.

    3,898   
          
       5,733   
          
  TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE—1.6%   
  245,500   

Aegean Marine Petroleum Network Inc. (GRC)

    5,769   
          
 
 
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
    (Cost $339,039)
    358,400   
          
    

SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—2.1%

 

 

(Cost $7,633)

 
Principal
Amount
(000s)
            
  REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS   
$ 7,633   

Repurchase Agreement with State Street Corp. dated October 30, 2009 due November 2, 2009 at 0.010% collateralized by Federal National Mortgage Association (market value $7,789)

    7,633   
          
 
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—100.6%
    (Cost $346,672)
    366,033   
          
  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES—(0.6)%     (2,097
          
  TOTAL NET ASSETS—100.0%   $ 363,936   
          

 

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Repurchase Agreements valued at $7,633 are classified as Level 2. All other holdings at October 31, 2009 (as disclosed in the preceding Portfolio of Investments) are classified as Level 1. There were no Level 3 holdings at any point during the period.

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels identified above, please refer to the Fair Value Measurements section in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

* Non-income producing security.

 

GRC Greece.

 

IE Ireland.

 

NET Netherlands.

 

S.AFR South Africa.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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MANAGER’S COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

SUBADVISER

Cohen & Steers Capital Management, Inc.

280 Park Avenue

10th Floor

New York, NY 10017

PORTFOLIO MANAGER

Richard E. Helm, CFA

Since 2007

Cohen & Steers has subadvised the Fund

since June 19, 2007.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Long-term total return.

PRINCIPAL STYLE CHARACTERISTICS

Large cap value stocks.

LOGO

Richard E. Helm

 

Management’s Discussion of Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

The U.S. stock market generated a positive total return for the 2009 fiscal year, bouncing back from multi-year lows in early March. The recovery in share prices was largely led by lower-quality, small- and mid-cap companies that had fallen the most during the sell-off, and which typically rebound more strongly in the early stages of economic recoveries. Large, higher-quality companies (as measured by balance sheet strength) were less favored in the recovery rally.

The fiscal year opened with equities struggling amid considerable financial and economic uncertainty in November 2008. Conditions worsened in January as investors reacted unfavorably to the new administration’s proposed fiscal budget and a lack of specifics on how the government would address the banking crisis. General Electric’s decision in February to cut its dividend and the revelation that the government would exchange preferred stock for a $25 billion stake in Citigroup’s common stock added to the uncertainty, and the market fell to a fiscal year low on March 6.

Equities began to rally on March 9 following Citigroup’s announcement that it expected to be profitable for the first two months of 2009. Also, the Federal Reserve said it would make substantial purchases of long-term Treasury and mortgage-backed bonds, and Treasury Secretary Geithner unveiled the details of his Public Private Investment Program (PPIP), which involves working with private investors to purchase troubled assets from banks. Leading banks and brokers reported better-than-expected results for the first calendar quarter of 2009, driven by strong mortgage originations and significant gains in fixed income trading.

Equities remained on an uptrend in the summer and early fall amid encouraging economic indicators that were, in some cases, better than expected. A number of major banks were able to repay government loans earlier than had been expected and sentiment toward the financial services sector improved. Merger and acquisition activity accelerated; notable proposed deals included Kraft Foods’ $16.7 billion unsolicited overture to Cadbury, Abbott Laboratories’ $7.1 billion offer for Solvay Pharmaceuticals, and Xerox’s $6.9 billion bid for Affiliated Computer Services.

Stock returns softened in October amid renewed investor concern about the sustainability of the market rally. Investors grew more cautious and shifted out of smaller, lower-quality stocks that had led the rebound and into larger, higher-quality companies.

Within the Russell 1000® Value Index, the information technology sector, up 37%, was the top performer, aided by a lack of regulatory issues and by encouraging earnings reports and guidance from industry leaders. For example, chipmaker Intel’s release of higher-than-expected third-quarter revenues and profits bolstered hopes for a rebound in personal computer sales.

Consumer discretionary stocks were up 22% as investors looked beyond subdued spending for non-essential goods in anticipation of a recovery. Shares of Ford Motor Co. soared, benefiting, in part, from the government’s Cash for Clunkers auto sales incentive program.

The materials sector, up 18%, which typically rebounds in the early stages of an economic recovery, benefited from a weak U.S. dollar, which increased these companies’ export opportunities. China’s stimulus activities and a recovery in commodity prices also provided a lift. Returns leveled off toward the end of the fiscal year, however, when

 

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MANAGER’S COMMENTARY—Continued

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

Chevron Corp.

  3.0%

Total SA (FR)

  3.0%

Exxon Mobil Corp.

  2.9%

JP Morgan Chase & Co.

  2.7%

Abbott Laboratories

  2.2%

FPL Group Inc.

  2.2%

Bank of America Corp.

  2.2%

McDonald’s Corp.

  2.2%

Devon Energy Corp.

  2.1%

General Electric Co.

  1.9%

 

aerospace companies reduced their orders for titanium, which affected specialty metal companies.

The performance of financials, down 8%, largely reflected the uncertainty surrounding large banks during the first four months of the fiscal year. Citigroup, for example, declined more than 30% on February 27 when the government announced that it would add to its stake in the company as part of a plan to support “systematically important” banks.

The industrial sector, off 5%, was held back by General Electric, the largest weighting in the group. The company had a steep share price decline due to weakness within its financial division, concerns about the February dividend cut, and a downgrade of its rating. Utilities, up 1%, lost favor when investors’ risk appetite increased in early March, leading to a rotation out of sectors considered defensive.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor Large Cap Value Fund had a positive total return but lagged its benchmark for the fiscal year. The Fund returned 3.01% (Institutional Class), 2.57% (Administrative Class), and 2.60% (Investor Class), while its Russell 1000® Value Index benchmark returned 4.78%. From a longer-term perspective, the Fund outperformed the benchmark for the latest five-year and 10-year periods.

Stock selection detracted from relative performance for the fiscal year, specifically in the information technology, health care, and consumer discretionary sectors. Within the health care group, we did not own Wyeth, a top performer in the index that does not meet our criteria for dividend growth. Performance also was hindered by our underweighted positions in the consumer discretionary and materials sectors and our overweight in the consumer staples group.

Positive contributors to relative return included stock selection in the energy, financials, and utilities sectors. Our energy holdings received a lift from rising crude oil prices, which reached a one-year high of $82 a barrel toward the end of the fiscal year. Our underweight in utility companies also provided a boost to performance.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

The U.S. economy is clearly growing again, but we think the recovery is going to be relatively subdued. We continue to prefer consumer staples companies to consumer discretionary, as we believe the former are more likely to outperform during a recovery in which consumer spending is not expected to be a major driver. We have, however, increased our allocation to certain cyclical names that we think are likely to benefit as the economy strengthens.

The U.S. dollar rally at the end of the month has not altered our long-term forecast for dollar weakness. As such, we continue to favor companies that derive a large portion of their revenues from overseas markets. We remain fully invested and continue to let our higher-quality holdings help protect in downturns, while seeking to increase the opportunistic segment of the portfolio at a measured pace that will permit us to participate in rallies as the recovery unfolds.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Cohen & Steers Capital Management, Inc. at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in, or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Since the Fund typically invests in approximately 60 to 80 companies, an adverse event affecting a particular company may hurt the Fund’s performance more than if it had invested in a larger number of companies. Since the Fund may hold foreign securities, it may be subject to greater risks than funds invested only in the U.S. These risks are more severe for securities of issuers in emerging market regions. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2013
 
Cusip     411511603
 
Ticker     HAVLX
 
Inception
Date
   

12/29/1987

 

Net Expense

Ratio

    0.71%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $167,486

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2213
 
Cusip     411511751
 
Ticker     HRLVX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    0.96%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $19,142

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2413
 
Cusip     411511744
 
Ticker     HILVX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.07%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $25,786

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark

Weighted Average Market Cap (MM)

  $77,263   $68,910

Price/Earning Ratio (P/E)

  18.0x   18.1x

Price/Book Ratio (P/B)

  2.2x   1.6x

Beta vs. Russell 1000®
Value Index

  0.87   1.00

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  54%   N/A

 

SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

LOGO

 

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of the market capitalization and style of the collective portfolio holdings; individual investments may have different characteristics.

LOGO

 

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $50,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/1999 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $50,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell 1000® Value Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Large Cap Value Fund                    
Institutional Class   3.01     0.70     1.99     12/29/1987     $ 60,881
Comparative Index                    
Russell 1000® Value   4.78          -0.05          1.70                $ 59,196

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell 1000® Value Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Large Cap Value Fund                    
Administrative Class   2.57     0.43     4.54     11/01/2002     $ 13,644
Investor Class   2.60        0.31        4.34        11/01/2002     $ 13,467
Comparative Index                    
Russell 1000® Value   4.78          -0.05          5.08                $ 14,148

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 0.71% (Net) and 0.76% (Gross) (Institutional Class); 0.96% (Net) and 1.02% (Gross) (Administrative Class); and 1.07% (Net) and 1.13% (Gross) (Investor Class). The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus. The net expense ratios reflect voluntary fee waivers which may be discontinued at any time without notice, although the adviser has no present intention to do so.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

a Annualized.

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Equity Holdings (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash and short-term investments of 4.0%)

LOGO

 

COMMON STOCKS—96.0%

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE–4.9%
63,800   

General Dynamics Corp.

  $ 4,000
40,400   

L-3 Communications Holdings Inc.

    2,921
50,100   

Lockheed Martin Corp.

    3,446
        
       10,367
        
AIR FREIGHT & LOGISTICS–1.2%
14,400   

FedEx Corp.

    1,047
28,800   

United Parcel Service Inc.

    1,546
        
       2,593
        
BEVERAGES–0.9%
13,000   

Diageo plc ADR (UK)1

    845
18,200   

PepsiCo Inc.

    1,102
        
       1,947
        
CAPITAL MARKETS–4.7%
66,700   

Bank of New York Mellon Corp.

    1,778
14,200   

BlackRock Inc.

    3,074
10,500   

Franklin Resources Inc.

    1,099
17,400   

Goldman Sachs Group Inc.

    2,961
31,600   

Morgan Stanley Group Inc.

    1,015
        
       9,927
        
CHEMICALS–1.7%
22,700   

Dow Chemical Co.

    533
30,300   

Monsanto Co.

    2,036
11,700   

Praxair Inc.

    929
        
       3,498
        
COMMERCIAL BANKS–5.3%
39,600   

BB&T Corp.

    947
14,633   

HSBC Holdings plc ADR (UK)1

    810
33,500   

Toronto—Dominion Bank Group Inc. (CAN)

    1,918
161,280   

U.S. Bancorp.

    3,745
141,000   

Wells Fargo & Co.

    3,880
        
       11,300
        
COMMERCIAL SERVICES & SUPPLIES–0.2%
16,800   

Waste Management Inc.

    502
        
COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT–2.6%
70,400   

Harris Corp.

    2,937
62,100   

Qualcomm Inc.

    2,572
        
       5,509
        
COMPUTERS & PERIPHERALS–1.4%
24,900   

International Business Machines Corp.

    3,003
        
DIVERSIFIED FINANCIAL SERVICES–4.9%
314,200   

Bank of America Corp.

    4,581
137,600   

JP Morgan Chase & Co.

    5,748
        
       10,329
        
DIVERSIFIED TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES–2.8%
153,200   

AT&T Inc.

    3,932
69,100   

Verizon Communications Inc.

    2,045
        
       5,977
        
ELECTRIC UTILITIES–3.6%
38,500   

E.ON AG ADR (GER)1

    1,478
34,500   

Exelon Corp.

    1,620
93,600   

FPL Group Inc.

    4,596
        
       7,694
        
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT & INSTRUMENTS–0.6%
82,100   

Corning Inc.

    1,199
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES–3.0%
59,400   

Schlumberger Ltd.

  $ 3,695
32,100   

Transocean Ltd.

    2,693
        
       6,388
        
FOOD & STAPLES RETAILING–2.9%
16,700   

Costco Wholesale Corp.

    949
30,900   

Shoppers Drug Mart Corp. (CAN)

    1,228
29,900   

Wal-Mart de Mexico SAB de CV ADR (MEX)1

    1,041
60,400   

Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

    3,001
        
       6,219
        
FOOD PRODUCTS–0.8%
58,600   

Archer Daniels Midland Co.

    1,765
        
HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES–2.6%
30,400   

Becton Dickinson & Co.

    2,078
24,200   

Covidien plc. (IE)

    1,019
65,900   

Medtronic Inc.

    2,353
        
       5,450
        
HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE–2.2%
78,000   

McDonald’s Corp.

    4,572
        
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS–1.6%
59,200   

Procter & Gamble Co.

    3,434
        
INDUSTRIAL CONGLOMERATES–2.4%
13,700   

3M Co.

    1,008
293,700   

General Electric Co.

    4,188
        
       5,196
        
INSURANCE–6.0%
49,900   

ACE Ltd.

    2,563
31,000   

Everest Re Group Ltd.

    2,712
130,200   

HCC Insurance Holdings Inc.

    3,436
119,000   

MetLife Inc.

    4,050
        
       12,761
        
IT SERVICES–0.6%
33,000   

Automatic Data Processing Inc.

    1,313
        
LEISURE EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTS–0.4%
49,900   

Mattel Inc.

    945
        
MACHINERY–0.6%
21,400   

Caterpillar Inc.

    1,178
        
MEDIA–1.4%
97,100   

Comcast Corp.

    1,408
54,500   

Walt Disney Co.

    1,492
        
       2,900
        
METALS & MINING–1.2%
74,200   

Alcoa Inc.

    922
51,700   

Allegheny Technologies Inc.

    1,595
        
       2,517
        
MULTI-UTILITIES–0.9%
35,700   

Sempra Energy

    1,837
        
MULTILINE RETAIL–0.6%
39,700   

Nordstrom Inc.

    1,262
        
OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS–15.1%
23,900   

Apache Corp.

    2,249
85,200   

Chevron Corp.

    6,521
1,067,000   

CNOOC Ltd.

    1,638
68,100   

Devon Energy Corp.

    4,407
85,500   

Exxon Mobil Corp.

    6,128
104,500   

Marathon Oil Corp.

    3,341
20,100   

Occidental Petroleum Corp.

    1,525

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
  OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS–Continued
  105,900   

Total SA (FR)

  $ 6,333
        
       32,142
        
  PHARMACEUTICALS–7.4%
  91,700   

Abbott Laboratories

    4,637
  66,600   

Johnson & Johnson

    3,933
  33,198   

Merck & Co. Inc.

    1,027
  137,300   

Pfizer Inc.

    2,338
  76,500   

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. ADR (IL)1

    3,862
        
       15,797
        
  REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS (REITs)–1.7%
  11,800   

Alexandria Real Estate Equities Inc.

    639
  23,300   

Corporate Office Properties Trust

    773
  5,400   

Public Storage Inc.

    398
  26,926   

Simon Property Group Inc.

    1,828
        
       3,638
        
  REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT–0.6%
  243,800   

Hongkong Land Holdings Ltd. (HK)

    1,165
        
  ROAD & RAIL–0.4%
  19,500   

Norfolk Southern Corp.

    909
        
  SEMICONDUCTORS & SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT–2.2%
  104,400   

Intel Corp.

    1,995
  43,700   

Microchip Technology Inc.

    1,047
  69,500   

Texas Instruments Inc.

    1,630
        
       4,672
        
  SOFTWARE–2.1%
  76,400   

Microsoft Corp.

    2,118
  110,600   

Oracle Corp.

    2,334
        
       4,452
        
  SPECIALTY RETAIL–1.6%
  25,800   

Hennes & Mauritz AB (SW)

    1,484
  44,600   

Ross Stores Inc.

    1,963
        
       3,447
        
  TEXTILES, APPAREL & LUXURY GOODS–2.5%
  51,400   

Nike Inc.

    3,196
  29,300   

V.F Corp.

    2,081
        
       5,277
        
  WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES–0.4%
  16,300   

China Mobile Ltd. ADR (HK)1

    762
        
 
 
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
    (Cost $204,776)
    203,843
        
    

SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—3.4%

 

(Cost $7,277)

Principal
Amount
(000s)
          
  REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS
$ 7,277   

Repurchase Agreement with State Street Corp. dated October 30, 2009 due November 2, 2009 at 0.010% collateralized by Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. (market value $7,425)

    7,277
        
 
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS–99.4%
    (Cost $212,053)
    211,120
        
  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES–0.6%     1,294
        
  TOTAL NET ASSETS–100.0%   $ 212,414
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Repurchase Agreements valued at $7,277 are classified as Level 2. All other holdings at October 31, 2009 (as disclosed in the preceding Portfolio of Investments) are classified as Level 1. There were no Level 3 holdings at any point during the period.

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels identified above, please refer to the Fair Value Measurements section in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

1 ADR after the name of a foreign holding stands for American Depositary Receipts representing ownership of foreign securities. ADRs are issued by U.S. banking institutions.

 

CAN Canada.

 

FR France.

 

GER Germany.

 

HK Hong Kong.

 

IE Ireland.

 

IL Israel.

 

MEX Mexico.

 

SW Sweden.

 

UK United Kingdom.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

SUBADVISER

LSV Asset Management

1 North Wacker Drive

Chicago, IL 60606

PORTFOLIO MANAGERS

Josef Lakonishok, Ph.D.

Since 2004

Menno Vermeulen, CFA

Since 2004

Puneet Mansharamani, CFA

Since 2006

LSV has subadvised the Fund since September 30, 2004.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Long-term total return.

PRINCIPAL STYLE CHARACTERISTICS

Mid cap value stocks of companies with inexpensive fundamentals and recent momentum, relative to their peers.

 

LOGO

Josef Lakonishok

LOGO

Menno Vermeulen

LOGO

Puneet Mansharamani

 

Management’s Discussion of Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

Equity markets rebounded in the last half of the fiscal year ended October 31, 2009, after posting steep declines over the past several years. While the rising market has improved investor sentiment, the speed of the recovery calls into question the sustainability of the rally. As recently as late February, market valuations were the lowest we had seen in decades, with most of the stocks in our portfolio trading at or below book value. It is possible that the market was extremely oversold at that point and that the initial phase of this rally was driven by a cessation of selling pressure along with a modest pick-up in share volumes. This was somewhat driven by a slowing in economic deterioration rather than actual improvement. Recently, companies have reported improved profits and many have exceeded analysts’ expectations. However, much of the profit improvement has been a result of cost cutting, particularly cutting labor costs. This has left unemployment at over 10%, the highest level since the recession of 1982 and only the second time since 1948 that the jobless rate has exceeded 10%. Monetary policy remains favorable, with the federal funds rate at just 0% to 0.25%, but the cost of a weaker currency, high unemployment, and high consumer and government debt loads may impede future economic growth.

Mid cap stocks led the domestic market, returning nearly 19% for the Fund’s fiscal year, compared to 11% for large caps and just 6.5% for small caps. Growth stocks outperformed value stocks across all capitalization ranges. While all segments of the market have rebounded nicely since the early March lows, technology, telecommunication services, health care, and consumer discretionary stocks have led the market over the past year. Three of those sectors—telecom, technology, and consumer discretionary—were all down over 50% in the prior fiscal year. While financials did rebound during calendar 2009, over the full fiscal year they were down 3%. REITs and utilities also trailed the market by a substantial margin.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund outperformed its Russell Midcap® Value Index benchmark for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2009. The Fund returned 25.53% (Institutional Class), 25.26% (Administrative Class), and 25.02% (Investor Class), compared to a 14.52% return by the index.

While growth stocks outperformed value stocks by nearly 8 percentage points, deep value stocks have led the market rally within the value universe. Traditional fundamental measures that we rely on for our stock selection, such as low price-to-cash-flow, low price-to-book-value and low price-to-earnings, which had been out of favor since July 2007, reversed course in March 2009 and have been rewarded since then. The Fund’s overweight to the technology sector and underweight to real estate investment trusts (REITs) helped performance. However, most of the value added relative to the benchmark was a result of good stock selection across a number of sectors, particularly in financials, industrials, and REITs.

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY—Continued

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

   

Computer Sciences Corp.

  1.8%

Archer Daniels Midland Co.

  1.5%

Whirlpool Corp.

  1.5%

Kinetic Concepts Inc.

  1.4%

Safeway Inc.

  1.4%

CMS Energy Corp.

  1.4%

AmerisourceBergen Corp.

  1.4%

Lubrizol Corp.

  1.4%

Gap Inc.

  1.4%

R.R. Donnelley & Sons Co.

  1.4%

 

Top performers in the Fund included restaurant stocks Darden Restaurants and Ruby Tuesday and technology stocks 3Com, Computer Sciences, and Seagate Technology. Other stocks that added value included Walter Industries, Goodrich, and AFLAC. Detractors from the Fund’s performance relative to the index included the absence from the portfolio of Ford Motor, a component of the benchmark that was up nearly 200%, along with negative returns from Regions Financial, Anthracite Capital, and Steelcase.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

Our portfolio decision-making process is strictly quantitative and driven by (1) a proprietary model that ranks securities on fundamental measures of value and indicators of near-term appreciation potential and, (2) a portfolio construction process that controls for risk while maximizing the expected return of the portfolio. The objective of the model is to pick undervalued stocks with high near-term appreciation potential. The process is purely bottom-up with no emphasis placed on macroeconomic analysis.

Sector weightings are a result of our bottom-up stock selection process, subject to minimum and maximum exposures to sectors and industries. The most significant change to sector weights in the last year has been a shift away from more-cyclical sectors that have done well in the recent market rally toward more-defensive sectors that have been left behind. With the run-up among lower-multiple stocks, these names have become relatively more expensive. We have sold a number of these stocks and redeployed the proceeds into companies that have exhibited more stable growth. The Fund’s exposure to materials and industrials has decreased as we have sold several names in these sectors that have done well and are now less attractive. We have increased our exposure in the consumer staples and health care sectors. The Fund has overweighted positions in specialty retail in the staples sector and pharmaceuticals in the health care sector. The Fund remains underweight in REITs and overweight to the technology and consumer discretionary sectors. The Fund is roughly equally weighted to financials relative to the benchmark, but within the sector we have an overweighted position in insurance companies and below-index exposures to all other financials.

Even with the recent rally, we believe that valuations remain at attractive levels. As of October 31, 2009, the Fund is trading at 12x forward earnings, compared to 22x for the value benchmark and 6x cash flow compared to 8x for the Russell Midcap® Value Index. After trading at or below book value earlier in fiscal 2009, the Fund is now trading at 1.3x book value.

After a difficult period in calendar years 2007 and 2008 when value stocks led the market decline, the Fund has performed well in the past fiscal year as deeper value stocks have rebounded. Our experience and back testing show that investors are rewarded for holding companies with good fundamentals that are selling at attractive prices while at the same time showing signs of improvement. While we continue to look for better ways to measure value and momentum and improve our quantitative models, we continue to apply the same disciplined philosophy and process that has proven to add value for investors over time.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of LSV Asset Management at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in, or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Stocks of mid cap companies pose special risks, including possible illiquidity and greater price volatility than stocks of larger, more established companies. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2023
 
Cusip     411511835
 
Ticker     HAMVX
 
Inception
Date
    03/01/2002
 
Net Expense Ratio     0.98%
 
Total Net Assets (000s)     $41,250

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2223
 
Cusip     411511728
 
Ticker     HRMVX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 
Net Expense Ratio     1.23%
 
Total Net Assets (000s)     $64

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2423
 
Cusip     411511736
 
Ticker     HIMVX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 
Net Expense Ratio     1.35%
 
Total Net Assets (000s)     $2,326

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark  

Weighted Average Market Cap (MM)

  $5,453   $5,477   

Price/Earning Ratio (P/E)

  14.7x   19.5x   

Price/Book Ratio (P/B)

  1.3x   1.5x   

Beta vs. Russell Midcap®
Value Index

  1.02   1.00   

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  46%   N/A   

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of the market capitalization and style of the collective portfolio holdings: individual investments may have different characteristics.

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SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $50,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 03/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $50,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell Midcap® Value Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund                    
Institutional Class   25.53     1.15     2.13     03/01/2002     $ 58,763
Comparative Index                    
Russell Midcap® Value   14.52          2.05          5.44                $ 75,040

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell Midcap® Value Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund                    
Administrative Class   25.26     0.93     4.88     11/01/2002     $ 13,959
Investor Class   25.02        0.80        4.77        11/01/2002     $ 13,853
Comparative Index                    
Russell Midcap® Value   14.52          2.05          8.49                $ 17,693

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 0.98% (Net) and 1.00% (Gross) (Institutional Class); 1.23% (Net) and 1.27% (Gross) (Administrative Class); and 1.35% (Net) and 1.37% (Gross) (Investor Class). The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus. The net expense ratios reflect voluntary fee waivers which may be discontinued at any time without notice, although the adviser has no present intention to do so.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

a Annualized.

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Equity Holdings (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash of 1.5%)

LOGO

 

COMMON STOCKS—98.5%

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
    
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE–2.5%
10,800   

Goodrich Corp.

  $ 587
2,900   

L-3 Communications Holdings Inc.

    209
8,600   

Teledyne Technologies Inc.*

    294
        
    1,090
        
AUTO COMPONENTS–0.5%
6,200   

Autoliv Inc.

    208
        
AUTOMOBILES–0.3%
5,100   

Harley-Davidson Inc.

    127
        
BEVERAGES–0.9%
19,900   

Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc.

    379
        
CAPITAL MARKETS–1.8%
14,500   

Ameriprise Financial Inc.

    503
6,300   

State Street Corp.

    264
        
    767
        
CHEMICALS–3.3%
2,200   

A. Schulman Inc.

    38
12,300   

Arch Chemicals Inc.

    341
8,900   

Eastman Chemical Co.

    467
9,000   

Lubrizol Corp.

    599
        
    1,445
        
COMMERCIAL BANKS–3.6%
17,000   

Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio S.A. (PA)

    240
6,200   

BB&T Corp.

    148
8,000   

Comerica Inc.

    222
18,900   

Fifth Third Bancorp.

    169
44,200   

Huntington Bancshares Inc.

    168
18,200   

KeyCorp

    98
7,100   

PNC Financial Services Group Inc.

    348
36,000   

Regions Financial Corp.

    174
        
    1,567
        
COMMERCIAL SERVICES & SUPPLIES–1.7%
29,400   

R.R. Donnelley & Sons Co.

    590
25,900   

Steelcase Inc. Cl. A

    150
        
    740
        
COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT–0.8%
8,300   

Harris Corp.

    346
        
COMPUTERS & PERIPHERALS–2.8%
16,100   

Lexmark International Inc. Cl. A*

    411
23,000   

Seagate Technology

    321
8,300   

Sun Microsystems Inc.*

    68
12,900   

Western Digital Corp.*

    434
        
    1,234
        
CONSUMER FINANCE–0.6%
15,900   

AmeriCredit Corp.*

    281
        
CONTAINERS & PACKAGING–1.3%
7,100   

Owens-Illinois Inc.*

    226
7,800   

Rock Tenn Co. CL A

    342
        
    568
        
DIVERSIFIED TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES–0.6%
8,500   

CenturyTel Inc.

    276
        
ELECTRIC UTILITIES–2.1%
11,700   

American Electric Power Company Inc.

    354
17,600   

Pepco Holdings Inc.

    263
10,000   

Pinnacle West Capital Corp.

    313
        
    930
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT–1.2%
5,800   

A. O. Smith Corp.

  $ 230
8,800   

Thomas & Bettes Corp.

    301
        
    531
        
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT & INSTRUMENTS–2.3%
21,900   

Benchmark Electronics Inc.*

    368
22,600   

Ingram Micro Inc.*

    399
11,300   

Technitrol Inc.

    88
23,300   

Vishay Intertechnology Inc.*

    145
        
    1,000
        
ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES–2.2%
4,900   

Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.

    467
11,700   

Tidewater Inc.

    487
        
    954
        
FOOD & STAPLES RETAILING–2.2%
27,500   

Safeway Inc.

    614
21,600   

Supervalu Inc.

    343
        
    957
        
FOOD PRODUCTS–4.8%
21,600   

Archer Daniels Midland Co.

    651
4,000   

Bunge Ltd. (BM)

    228
23,700   

ConAgra Foods Inc.

    498
28,600   

Del Monte Foods Co.

    309
10,200   

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. (CYM)*

    221
17,900   

Sara Lee Corp.

    202
        
    2,109
        
GAS UTILITIES–0.5%
5,800   

AGL Resources Inc.

    203
        
HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES–1.4%
18,800   

Kinetic Concepts Inc.

    624
        
HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS & SERVICES–3.6%
27,400   

AmerisourceBergen Corp.

    607
6,900   

Cigna Corp.

    192
16,000   

Coventry Health Care Inc.*

    317
19,300   

Kindred Healthcare Inc.*

    284
3,300   

Universal Health Services Inc. Cl. B

    184
        
    1,584
        
HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE–1.0%
15,300   

Brinker International Inc.

    193
38,700   

Ruby Tuesday Inc.

    258
        
    451
        
HOUSEHOLD DURABLES–3.4%
15,500   

American Greetings Corp. Cl. A

    315
5,800   

Black & Decker Corp.

    274
15,900   

Newell Rubbermaid Inc.

    231
9,100   

Whirlpool Corp.

    651
        
    1,471
        
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS–0.5%
5,775   

Blyth Inc.

    205
        
INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS & ENERGY TRADERS–1.2%
17,700   

AES Corp.

    232
19,400   

Mirant Corp.

    271
        
    503
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
INDUSTRIAL CONGLOMERATES–1.7%
121   

Seaboard Corp.

  $ 163
17,400   

Tyco International Ltd.

    584
        
    747
        
INSURANCE–12.7%
7,400   

Aflac Inc.

    307
4,900   

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings Ltd.

    219
15,300   

Allstate Corp.

    452
30,500   

American Equity Investment Life Holding Company

    200
16,600   

American Financial Group, Inc.

    408
21,800   

Aspen Insurance Holdings Ltd. (BM)

    563
10,500   

Chubb Corp.

    510
13,700   

Cincinnati Financial Corp.

    347
7,500   

Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd. (BM)

    270
5,700   

Everest Re Group Ltd.

    499
17,300   

Horace Mann Educators Corp.

    215
12,400   

Lincoln National Corp.

    296
4,900   

PartnerRE Ltd.

    375
5,600   

Protective Life Corp.

    108
5,800   

StanCorp Financial Group Inc.

    213
9,500   

Validus Holdings Ltd.

    240
1,000   

White Mountain Insurance Group Ltd.

    309
        
    5,531
        
IT SERVICES–2.6%
15,500   

Computer Sciences Corp.*

    786
31,500   

Convergys Corp.*

    342
        
    1,128
        
LEISURE EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTS–1.6%
8,300   

Hasbro Inc.

    227
11,700   

Polaris Industries Inc.

    492
        
    719
        
MACHINERY–2.2%
9,500   

Crane Co.

    265
16,500   

EnPro Industries Inc.*

    372
6,800   

Mueller Industries Inc.

    161
3,300   

Parker Hannifin Corp.

    175
        
    973
        
MEDIA–2.6%
22,700   

Belo Corp. Cl. A

    107
20,900   

CBS Corp.

    246
14,400   

Dish Network Corp.

    250
18,000   

Gannett Inc.

    177
48,300   

Journal Communications Inc. Cl. A

    172
4,800   

Time Warner Inc.

    189
        
    1,141
        
MULTI-UTILITIES–6.4%
12,400   

Alliant Energy Corp.

    329
15,200   

CenterPoint Energy Inc.

    192
45,800   

CMS Energy Corp.

    609
10,500   

DTE Energy Co.

    388
20,700   

NiSource Inc.

    267
12,900   

NorthWestern Corp.

    312
7,700   

Scana Corporation

    261
4,700   

Sempra Energy

    242
9,300   

Xcel Energy Inc.

    175
        
    2,775
        
MULTILINE RETAIL–0.2%
3,000   

J.C. Penney Co. Inc.

    99
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
OFFICE ELECTRONICS–1.2%
71,500   

Xerox Corp.

  $ 538
        
OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS–5.7%
14,500   

Berry petroleum Co.

    368
7,600   

Holly Corporation

    220
13,500   

Overseas Shipholding Group Inc.

    530
15,000   

Southern Union Corp.

    293
15,900   

Sunoco Inc.

    490
18,300   

Tesoro Petroleum Corp.

    259
39,200   

USEC Inc.

    151
9,000   

Valero Energy Corp.

    163
        
    2,474
        
PHARMACEUTICALS–3.8%
16,300   

Endo Pharmaceuticals Holdings Inc.

    365
17,800   

Forest Laboratories Inc.*

    493
50,000   

King Pharmaceuticals Inc.*

    506
18,800   

Mylan Inc.*

    305
        
    1,669
        
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS (REITs)–4.4%
28,300   

Annaly Capital Management Inc.

    479
18,000   

Hospitality Properties Trust

    348
76,600   

HRPT Properties Trust

    538
38,800   

Medical Properties Trust Inc.

    310
30,400   

Sunstone Hotel Investors Inc.

    230
        
    1,905
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
SPECIALTY RETAIL–3.9%
8,800   

Barnes & Noble Inc.

  $ 146
23,500   

Cabelas Inc.

    296
27,700   

Gap Inc.

    591
20,500   

Radioshack Corp.

    346
27,100   

Stage Stores Inc.

    320
        
       1,699
        
TEXTILES, APPAREL & LUXURY GOODS–0.5%
12,900   

Jones Apparel Group Inc.

    231
        
THRIFTS & MORTGAGE FINANCE–0.4%
12,100   

Hudson City Bancorp Inc.

    159
        
TOBACCO–0.5%
5,300   

Universal Corp.

    220
        
WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES–1.0%
16,200   

NII Holdings Inc. Cl. B*

    436
        
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
    (Cost $52,333)
    42,994
        
TOTAL INVESTMENTS–98.5%
    (Cost $52,333)
    42,994
        
CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES–1.5%     646
        
TOTAL NET ASSETS–100.0%   $ 43,640
        

 

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

All holdings at October 31, 2009 (as disclosed in the preceding Portfolio of Investments) are classified as Level 1. There were no Level 3 holdings at any point during the period.

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels identified above, please refer to the Fair Value Measurements section in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

* Non-income producing security.

 

BM Bermuda.

 

CYM Cayman Islands.

 

PA Panama.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

MANAGER’S COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

SUBADVISER

EARNEST Partners LLC

1180 Peachtree Street NE

Suite 2300

Atlanta, GA 30309

PORTFOLIO MANAGER

Paul Viera

Since 2001

EARNEST Partners has subadvised the Fund since its inception in 2001.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Long-term total return.

PRINCIPAL STYLE CHARACTERISTICS

Small cap value stocks.

LOGO

Paul Viera

 

Management’s Discussion of Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

Small cap value stocks declined sharply at the beginning of the fiscal year but then rallied to post an overall gain for the 12 months ended October 31, 2009. Prior to mid-March, companies across the board, regardless of sector, market cap, or style, declined significantly as investors became risk-averse due to the credit crisis and the resulting economic slowdown. Many investors were forced to the sidelines as lenders retracted credit, reducing the amount of leverage available. Others left simply to seek refuge in less risky assets such as cash or government bonds. Corporate America was largely spurned by lenders. Companies responded with layoffs and reduced capital expenditures. During the fourth calendar quarter of 2008 and the first quarter of 2009, U.S. GDP fell at an annualized rate of approximately 6%. Stating the obvious, the U.S. government formally declared the U.S. economy in recession dating back to the fourth quarter of 2007.

In March, the small cap equity market rebounded as investors took their cue from several positive signs that emerged regarding the economy. Consumer confidence began to improve and the housing market showed signs of stabilization as sales of new homes rose in February for the first time in seven months. In the banking sector, several of the larger banks successfully raised capital and noted that core profits had improved meaningfully in the first quarter of 2009. At this point, many investors concluded that the economy was either bottoming out or, at a minimum, declining at a slower rate.

Since the market low in mid March, the Russell 2000® Value Index rebounded over 65% through October. The rally was broad-based with every sector posting gains. Stocks rallied as a feared total financial system meltdown didn’t materialize. After declining since the end of 2007, U.S. GDP turned positive with a 2.8% increase in the third quarter of 2009, while housing inventory has now fallen to its lowest level in over two years. Corporate earnings added to investors’ optimism although expense reductions, not revenue, have fueled the growth. Borrowing costs for the most creditworthy businesses have dropped sharply over the past year due to declining benchmark interest rates and interest rate spreads that have returned to pre-crisis levels.

Despite the improvements, the economy and equity markets face many challenges. At the top of the list is the state of the consumer. Unemployment has surpassed 10%, its highest level since 1983, and income growth is stagnant. Consumers’ net worth has suffered from declines in the equity and housing markets while consumer debt levels remain well above historical averages. The prospect of inflation also poses a risk. To avoid inflationary pressures, the Federal Reserve is likely to begin raising its target interest rate over the next year, resulting in higher borrowing costs for businesses and consumers. In the near term, however, inflation remains in check due to excess capacity in both employment and manufacturing.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor Small Cap Value Fund outperformed its Russell 2000® Value Index benchmark for the 12 months ended October 31, 2009. The Fund returned 8.28% (Institutional Class), 8.00% (Administrative Class), and 7.86% (Investor Class), compared with a 1.96% return by the benchmark.

Within the Russell 2000® Value Index, sector returns were mixed. Information technology, up 31%, consumer discretionary, up 30%, and health care, up 10%, were the

 

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TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

Bucyrus International Inc. Cl. A

  3.5%

FLIR Systems Inc.

  3.5%

Cabot Oil & Gas Corp.

  3.5%

Global Payments Inc.

  3.2%

Reinsurance Group of America

  2.5%

Jefferies Group Inc.

  2.5%

Raymond James Financial Inc.

  2.3%

Phillips-Van Heusen Corp.

  2.2%

Eaton Vance Corp.

  2.2%

Mednax Inc.

  2.2%

 

best-performing sectors after struggling in the prior fiscal year. In contrast, financials, down 13%, energy, off 6%, and utilities, down 3%, were sector laggards. Financials struggled as small banks continued to face credit losses, while energy companies struggled early in the fiscal year due to declining oil and natural gas prices. Utilities have not participated as much in the rebound due to their more defensive nature.

Strong stock selection across most market sectors, and in particular the financials group, drove the relative outperformance of the Fund. Within the financials sector, the portfolio owns a number of asset management and brokerage companies that have held up better than commercial banks. Stock selection within health care and information technology detracted from performance although the portfolio’s overweight in each sector was a net contributor.

A number of companies in the Fund posted strong positive returns during the period. Consumer discretionary holding Phillips Van Heusen rose 65%. The firm designs, manufactures, and licenses apparel and footwear marketed under a number of brands including Izod, Calvin Klein, and Kenneth Cole New York. Its management team continues to focus on brand expansion while reducing both inventories and receivables. Within the energy sector, St. Mary Land & Exploration Co. rose 59%. St. Mary is an independent oil and gas exploration and production company with properties in the U.S. The company has the balance sheet and cash flow to fund growth as well as new management with a proven ability to cut costs and improve operating efficiency. SBA Communications significantly outperformed its peer group, rising over 50% from the time of its recent addition to the portfolio. SBA Communications owns and operates more than 6,000 wireless communications towers in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. It leases capacity to wireless providers and is benefiting from rising demand.

Despite relative outperformance, a number of financial holdings declined during the period, among them insurance companies United Fire & Casualty Co., down 28%, and State Auto Financial Corp., off 36%. Investment losses as well as pricing difficulties in their respective markets were a drag on performance.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

As of October 31, 2009, the portfolio had overweighted positions in the telecommunications, energy, information technology, and industrial sectors and was underweight in health care, materials, consumer staples, consumer discretionary, and financials. Given its bottom-up, fundamental investment style, the Fund’s relative overweight and underweight positions are simply an outgrowth of where the investment team is identifying the most promising individual investment opportunities.

In managing the Harbor Small Cap Value Fund, we seek companies with share prices that we believe do not fully reflect their earnings growth outlook. Going forward, we will continue to employ our three-step investment methodology: screen the broad universe to identify stocks that are best positioned to outperform, measure and manage downside risk to the benchmark, and perform in-depth, thorough, fundamental research to find what we believe are the best stocks to include in the portfolio.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of EARNEST Partners LLC at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in, or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Stocks of small cap companies pose special risks, including possible illiquidity and greater price volatility than stocks of larger, more established companies. Because the Fund typically invests in approximately 55-70 companies, an adverse event affecting a particular company may hurt the Fund’s performance more than if it had invested in a larger number of companies. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2022
 
Cusip     411511843
 
Ticker     HASCX
 
Inception
Date
    12/14/2001
 
Net Expense Ratio    

0.87%

 
Total Net Assets (000s)     $587,985

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2222
 
Cusip     411511710
 
Ticker     HSVRX
 
Inception Date     11/01/2002
 
Net Expense Ratio    

1.12%

 
Total Net Assets (000s)     $30,584

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2422
 
Cusip     411511694
 
Ticker     HISVX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 
Net Expense Ratio    

1.24%

 
Total Net Assets (000s)     $41,435

 

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark

Weighted Average Market Cap (MM)

  $2,337   $836

Price/Earning Ratio (P/E)

  19.2x   19.5x

Price/Book Ratio (P/B)

  1.8x   1.2x

Beta vs. Russell 2000®
Value Index

  0.97   1.00

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  18%   N/A

 

SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

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FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of the market capitalization and style of the collective portfolio holdings; individual investments may have different characteristics.

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $50,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 12/14/2001 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $50,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell 2000® Value Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

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Harbor Small Cap Value Fund                    
Institutional Class   8.28     0.07     6.68     12/14/2001     $ 83,208
Comparative Index                    
Russell 2000® Value   1.96          0.08          5.17                $ 74,403

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell 2000® Value Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

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Harbor Small Cap Value Fund                    
Administrative Class   8.00     -0.16     7.38     11/01/2002     $ 16,458
Investor Class   7.86        -0.31        7.20        11/01/2002     $ 16,265
Comparative Index                    
Russell 2000® Value   1.96          0.08          7.53                $ 16,619

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 0.87% (Institutional Class); 1.12% (Administrative Class); and 1.24% (Investor Class). The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Equity Holdings (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash and short-term investments of 5.0%)

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COMMON STOCKS—95.0%

   
Shares         Value
(000s)
    
    
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE–5.3%  
446,100   

AAR Corp.*

  $ 8,748
896,900   

Hexcel Corp.*

    9,866
335,298   

Moog Inc. Cl. A*

    8,372
236,900   

Teledyne Technologies Inc.*

    8,093
        
       35,079
        
CAPITAL MARKETS–7.0%  
512,473   

Eaton Vance Corp.

    14,549
618,300   

Jefferies Group Inc.*

    16,138
655,568   

Raymond James Financial Inc.

    15,478
        
       46,165
        
CHEMICALS–4.1%  
151,547   

Ashland Inc.

    5,235
323,200   

Scotts Miracle-Gro Corp.

    13,128
346,200   

Valspar Corp.

    8,783
        
       27,146
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

   
Shares         Value
(000s)
    
COMMERCIAL BANKS–2.2%  
454,909   

Trustmark Corp.

  $ 8,621
342,100   

United Bankshares Inc.

    6,106
        
       14,727
        
COMMERCIAL SERVICES & SUPPLIES–1.8%  
464,655   

Republic Services Inc.

    12,039
        
COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT–1.9%  
1,227,119   

Arris Group Inc.*

    12,590
        
CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING–3.0%  
237,400   

Granite Construction Inc.

    6,780
337,400   

URS Corp.*

    13,111
        
       19,891
        
CONSUMER FINANCE–2.4%  
322,062   

Cash America International Inc.

    9,746
136,100   

Student Loan Corp.

    5,723
        
       15,469
        
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT & INSTRUMENTS–6.6%  
479,602   

Checkpoint Systems Inc.*

    6,508
824,536   

FLIR Systems Inc.*

    22,930
231,611   

Itron Inc.*

    13,906
        
       43,344
        
ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES–2.1%  
132,200   

Core Laboratories (NET)

    13,788
        
GAS UTILITIES–3.3%  
298,000   

Oneok Inc.

    10,791
328,500   

WGL Holdings Inc.

    10,860
        
       21,651
        
HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS & SERVICES–6.2%  
220,400   

Amedisys Inc.*

    8,770
432,600   

Amerigroup Corp.*

    9,539
507,762   

Healthways Inc.*

    8,165
    
278,592   

Mednax Inc.*

    14,464
        
       40,938
        
HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE–2.9%  
397,998   

Brinker International Inc.

    5,031
434,900   

Life Time Fitness Inc.*

    9,372
504,691   

Sonic Corp.*

    4,719
        
       19,122
        
HOUSEHOLD DURABLES–0.8%  
267,400   

Meritage Homes Corp.*

    4,877
        
INSURANCE–7.6%  
442,397   

Delphi Financial Group Inc.

    9,600
648,800   

Protective Life Corp.

    12,489
354,400   

Reinsurance Group of America

    16,338
355,600   

State Auto Financial Corp.

    5,782
330,933   

United Fire & Casualty Co.

    5,785
        
       49,994
        
INTERNET SOFTWARE & SERVICES–1.5%  
428,189   

Digital River Inc.*

    9,776
        
IT SERVICES–4.6%  
428,000   

Global Payments Inc.

    21,070
502,500   

SRA International Inc.*

    9,427
        
       30,497
        

 

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COMMON STOCKS—Continued

   
Shares         Value
(000s)
    
LIFE SCIENCES TOOLS & SERVICES–4.0%  
251,500   

Covance Inc.*

  $ 12,998
615,886   

Pharmaceutical Product Development Inc.

    13,272
        
       26,270
        
MACHINERY–10.2%  
518,400   

Bucyrus International Inc. Cl. A

    23,027
375,600   

Harsco Corp.

    11,828
269,500   

Snap-on Inc.

    9,845
497,800   

Timken Co.

    10,966
316,200   

Toro Company

    11,706
        
       67,372
        
OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS–7.1%  
590,700   

Cabot Oil & Gas Corp.

    22,724
423,200   

St. Mary Land & Exploration Co.

    14,431
439,600   

Swift Energy Co.*

    9,311
        
       46,466
        
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES–0.8%  
231,538   

School Specialty Inc.*

    5,152
        
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS (REITs)–1.8%  
369,441   

First Potomac Realty

    4,193
989,580   

Medical Properties Trust Inc.

    7,917
        
       12,110
        
SPECIALTY RETAIL–1.4%  
375,000   

Aaron’s Inc.

    9,394
        
    
TEXTILES, APPAREL & LUXURY GOODS–2.2%  
363,800   

Phillips-Van Heusen Corp.

    14,607
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

   
Shares         Value
(000s)
    
  THRIFTS & MORTGAGE FINANCE–1.4%  
  925,650   

Astoria Financial Corp.

  $ 9,238
        
  TRADING COMPANIES & DISTRIBUTORS–1.4%  
  184,584   

Watsco Inc.

    9,454
        
  WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES–1.4%  
  332,700   

SBA Communications Corp.*

    9,385
        
 
 
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
    (Cost $589,966)
    626,541
        
    

SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—5.0%

   

 

(Cost $33,147)

 
Principal
Amount
(000s)
          
    
  REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS  
$ 33,147   

Repurchase Agreement with State Street Corp. dated
October 30, 2009 due November 2, 2009 at 0.010%
collateralized by Federal Home Loan Mortgage
Corp. (market value $33,814)

    33,147
        
 
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS–100.0%
    (Cost $623,143)
    659,688
        
  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES–0.0%     316
        
  TOTAL NET ASSETS–100.0%   $ 660,004
        

 

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Repurchase Agreements valued at $33,147 are classified as Level 2. All other holdings at October 31, 2009 (as disclosed in the preceding Portfolio of Investments) are classified as Level 1. There were no Level 3 holdings at any point during the period.

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels identified above, please refer to the Fair Value Measurements section in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

* Non-income producing security.

 

NET Netherlands.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

 

SUBADVISER

Evercore Asset Management, LLC

55 East 52nd Street

New York, NY 10055

PORTFOLIO MANAGERS

Andrew Moloff

Since 2007

Greg Sawers

Since 2007

Evercore has subadvised the Fund since its inception in 2007.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Long-term total return.

PRINCIPAL STYLE CHARACTERISTICS

Small cap value stocks.

Effective October 31, 2009, Harbor SMID Value Fund was renamed Harbor Small Company Value Fund.

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Andrew Moloff

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Greg Sawers

 

Management’s Discussion of

Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

More than anything else, the past six months or so were marked by a feeling that the worst had passed. Industrial America might not be booming, but earnings seemed to have bottomed and in some cases began to recover. The credit markets might not be free flowing, but rates fell steadily and access to the markets improved. The unemployment rate remains high, but the pace of new layoffs eased. Hardly the ingredients for euphoria, but against the base case early in calendar year 2009 of a pending economic doomsday, simply believing that the worst had passed was enough to send stocks soaring, rewarding those who took a contrarian position and remained committed to their investment processes.

 

If there is a lesson to be learned from the market’s gyrations in the past year, it is that fundamental research mattered more in this cycle than at any point we can remember in the past 25 years. At the mid-winter nadir, many investors were envisioning near apocalypse. Entire industries (most notably banking) were declared beyond resuscitation. Seizing the investment opportunity, therefore, required a tremendous amount of courage and confidence in one’s research. For those who did the research, it was the resulting confidence that allowed them to stick to their discipline and even add to their positions during the gloomiest moments, thus setting the stage for a period of outstanding absolute and relative performance.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor Small Company Value Fund outpaced each of the Russell 2000® Value Index and the Russell 2500 Value Index benchmark by a wide margin for the year ended October 31, 2009. The Fund returned 32.72% (Institutional Class), 32.25% (Administrative Class), and 32.32% (Investor Class), while the indices returned 1.96% and 8.55% respectively.

The biggest contributors to our returns came from holdings in sectors that many considered the most controversial — financial services and consumer discretionary — areas that for some time have been rich in opportunity for value investors. Our investments in these areas were leading detractors from returns during much of calendar year 2008 and early 2009 as investor panic took hold. While it was an uncomfortable period for us, we continued to rely on our research, adding to positions where we had the greatest confidence and thereby lowering the portfolio’s average cost. This approach was an important contributor to the positive results we achieved.

The financial services sector remains a key element of our strategy with an approximate weight of 37% in the portfolio. While that is somewhat greater than the benchmark, our exposures are focused specifically on regional banks and certain insurance companies. What our banks and insurance companies have in common is that both types of companies are incurring losses related in one way or another to the real estate markets. We have added to and diversified our regional bank holdings over the past six months, and several of them—most notably Regions Financial and Marshall & Ilsley—were important contributors to performance as investors began to see early signs that the rate of loan write-downs could begin to decline and the likelihood of dilutive equity issuance subsided. Our insurance holdings were also big contributors, most notably Assured Guaranty, which reported strong operating results and an improving balance sheet, as did another of our insurers, XL Capital.

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY—Continued

 

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

iShares Russel 2000

  7.8%

Assured Guaranty Ltd. (BM)

  4.9%

Gulf Island Fabrication Inc.

  2.7%

Black & Decker Corp.

  2.7%

Smithfield Foods Inc.

  2.6%

MarineMax Inc.

  2.6%

Del Monte Foods Co.

  2.6%

Autoliv Inc.

  2.6%

Jarden Corp.

  2.6%

Jakks Pacific Inc.

  2.6%

 

The leading contributors within the consumer discretionary sector were Dollar Thrifty Automotive, boat retailer MarineMax, American Axle, and two homebuilders—M/I Homes and Standard Pacific. The recovery in Dollar Thrifty’s business and the market’s dramatic response during the second and third quarters of calendar 2009 was an important contributor to performance. While the demand fall-off for rental cars was steep, the company took the right corrective actions: shrinking its fleet dramatically, raising prices as others in the industry also shrunk their fleets, proactively reducing its balance sheet exposure to Chrysler, signing a new supply agreement with Ford, and renegotiating its financing arrangements. As investors recognized that these actions could restore earnings back toward a normal level of $1.50 per share, the stock responded dramatically. Detractors from the Fund’s performance included Jakks Pacific Inc. in the consumer discretionary sector and financial services holdings Popular, Inc. and MBIA.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

On the back of such a rebound, we are often asked whether there is much left to go. Our best estimate is that we are approximately 75% through the rebound, with valuation spreads having contracted from about four standard deviations above normal to something closer to one standard deviation above normal today.

But active portfolio managers have an advantage in this environment by taking profits in the first groups to correct and reinvesting the proceeds in those that have lagged. We believe capturing this remaining premium will be different and more challenging than it has been over the past few months. Thus far, the improvement has been fairly quick and forceful, largely, we believe, a function of increasing P/E ratios produced from a realization that some of the worst case scenarios seem to have been taken off the table. Going forward, we would look for a more gradual and tempered trend driven by actual earnings improvements and, in the case of financial stocks, a clear leveling off of bad-loan reserve additions.

 

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Evercore Asset Management, LLC at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in, or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Stocks of small cap companies pose special risks, including possible illiquidity and greater price volatility than stocks of larger, more established companies. Because the Fund typically invests in approximately 40-60 companies, an adverse event affecting a particular company may hurt the Fund’s performance more than if it had invested in a larger number of companies. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2028
 
Cusip     411511421
 
Ticker     HASMX
 
Inception
Date
    05/01/2007
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    0.95%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $9,326

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2228
 
Cusip     411511439
 
Ticker     HRSMX
 
Inception
Date
    05/01/2007
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.20%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $670

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2428
 
Cusip     411511413
 
Ticker     HISMX
 
Inception
Date
    05/01/2007
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.32%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $1,878

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark

Weighted Average Market Cap (MM)

  $2,577   $836

Price/Earning Ratio (P/E)

  19.5x   19.5x

Price/Book Ratio (P/B)

  0.9x   1.2x

Beta vs. Russell 2000®
Value Index

  1.40   1.00

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  47%   N/A

 

SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

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Effective October 31, 2009, the former Harbor SMID Value Fund was renamed the Harbor Small Company Value Fund and, consistent with the Fund’s new name, its benchmark was changed from the Russell 2500 Value Index to the Russell 2000® Value Index. These changes are designed to align the Fund’s name and benchmark more closely with the Fund’s emphasis on companies in the small-cap value segment of the market.

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of the market capitalization and style of the collective portfolio holdings; individual investments may have different characteristics.

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

The Fund’s returns achieved during the periods shown were unusual and an investor should not expect such performance to be sustained.

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $50,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 05/01/2007 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $50,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell 2000® Value Index and the Russell 2500™ Value Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

 

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

 

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Harbor Small Company Value Fund                      
Institutional Class     32.72         -16.55     05/01/2007     $ 31,783
Comparative Indices                      
Russell 2000® Value     1.96        0.08        -14.30            $ 33,976
Russell 2500 Value       8.55          0.88          -13.92                $ 34,347

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 05/01/2007 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Russell 2000® Value Index and the Russell 2500™ Value Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

 

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Harbor Small Company Value Fund                      
Administrative Class     32.25         -16.74     05/01/2007     $ 6,321
Investor Class     32.32               -16.82        05/01/2007     $ 6,305
Comparative Indices                      
Russell 2000® Value     1.96        0.08        -14.30            $ 6,795
Russell 2500 Value       8.55          0.88          -13.92                $ 6,869

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 0.95% (Net) and 3.97% (Gross) (Institutional Class); 1.20% (Net) and 3.94% (Gross) (Administrative Class); and 1.32% (Net) and 4.08% (Gross) (Investor Class). The net expense ratios are contractually capped until 02/28/2010. The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

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Harbor Small Company Value Fund

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS— October 31, 2009

 

 

Equity Holdings (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash, short-term investments and other investment companies of 17.3%)

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COMMON STOCKS—82.7%

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
AUTO COMPONENTS—4.9%
46,525   

American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings Inc.

  $ 279
9,121   

Autoliv Inc.

    306
        
       585
        
BUILDING PRODUCTS—2.5%
15,275   

American Woodmark Corp.

    301
        
COMMERCIAL BANKS—16.4%
21,540   

Associated Banc Corp.

    276
6,305   

City National Corp.

    238
8,373   

Comerica Inc.

    232
33,950   

Fulton Financial Corp.

    280
38,764   

KeyCorp

    209
45,105   

Marshall & Ilsley Corp.

    240
1,298   

PNC Financial Services Group Inc.

    64
45,750   

Popular Inc.

    99
40,570   

Regions Financial Corp.

    196
5,760   

Suntrust Bank Inc.

    110
        
       1,944
        
COMMERCIAL SERVICES & SUPPLIES—3.4%
22,795   

Bowne & Co. Inc.

    149
17,566   

Deluxe Corp.

    250
        
       399
        
COMPUTERS & PERIPHERALS—2.0%
73,179   

Adaptec Inc.*

    234
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
CONSUMER FINANCE—2.2%
18,613   

Discover Financial Services

  $ 263
        
ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES—2.7%
16,790   

Gulf Island Fabrication Inc.

    321
        
FOOD PRODUCTS—5.2%
28,442   

Del Monte Foods Co.

    307
23,363   

Smithfield Foods Inc.*

    312
        
       619
        
HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES—2.4%
10,296   

Cooper Companies Inc.

    289
        
HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE—0.7%
4,350   

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.

    88
        
HOUSEHOLD DURABLES—12.2%
6,765   

Black & Decker Corp.

    319
13,244   

CSS Industries Inc.

    269
11,061   

Jarden Corp.

    303
24,792   

M/I Homes Inc.*

    277
92,253   

Standard Pacific Corp.*

    277
        
       1,445
        
INSURANCE—12.7%
35,315   

Assured Guaranty Ltd. (BM)

    586
35,329   

MBIA Inc.*

    143
25,780   

Old Republic International Corp.

    275
23,915   

Stewart Information Services Corp.

    214
17,925   

XL Capital Ltd. (CYM)

    294
        
       1,512
        
LEISURE EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTS—2.5%
21,247   

Jakks Pacific Inc.*

    302
        
MACHINERY—2.5%
32,317   

Blount International Inc.*

    292
        
MARINE—2.3%
9,314   

Alexander & Baldwin Inc.

    269
        
ROAD & RAIL—2.2%
10,384   

Arkansas Best Corp.

    268
        
SPECIALTY RETAIL—2.6%
45,570   

MarineMax Inc.*

    310
        
TEXTILES, APPAREL & LUXURY GOODS—0.4%
5,664   

K-Swiss Inc.

    46
        
THRIFTS & MORTGAGE FINANCE—2.3%
15,940   

Washington Federal Inc.

    273
        
TOBACCO—0.6%
1,620   

Universal Corp.

    67
        
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
    (Cost $10,746)
    9,827
        
    

OTHER INVESTMENT COMPANIES–7.8%

(Cost $306)

 
DIVERSIFIED FINANCIAL SERVICES—7.8%
10,100   

iShares Russell 2000

    569
6,700   

iShares Russell 2000 Value

    354
        
       923
        

 

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Harbor Small Company Value Fund

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—11.6%

 

 

(Cost $1,370)

  

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
 
    
  REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS   
$ 1,370   

Repurchase Agreement with State Street Corp. dated October 30, 2009 due November 2, 2009 at 0.010% collateralized by Federal National Mortgage Association (market value $1,401)

  $ 1,370   
          
 
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—102.1%
    (Cost $12,422)
    12,120   
          
  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES—(2.1)%     (246
          
  TOTAL NET ASSETS—100.0%   $ 11,874   
          

 

FAIR VALUE MEASURMENTS

Repurchase Agreements valued at $1,370 are classified as Level 2. All other holdings at October 31, 2009 (as disclosed in the preceding Portfolio of Investments) are classified as Level 1. There were no Level 3 holdings at any point during the period.

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels identified above, please refer to the Fair Value Measurements section in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

 

 

 

* Non-income producing security.

 

BM Bermuda.

 

CYM Cayman Islands.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Harbor Domestic Equity Funds

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES—October 31, 2009

 

(All amounts in thousands, except per share amounts)

 

      Harbor
Capital
Appreciation Fund
     Harbor
Mid Cap
Growth Fund
     Harbor
Small Cap
Growth Fund
     Harbor
Large Cap
Value Fund
     Harbor
Mid Cap
Value Fund
     Harbor
Small Cap
Value Fund
     Harbor
Small Company
Value Fund
 

ASSETS

                    

Investments, at identified cost*

   $ 6,500,032       $ 416,594       $ 346,672       $ 212,053       $ 52,333       $ 623,143       $ 12,422   

Investments, at value

   $ 7,878,151       $ 464,085       $ 358,400       $ 203,843       $ 42,994       $ 626,541       $ 10,750   

Repurchase agreements

     34,945         2,308         7,633         7,277                 33,147         1,370   

Cash

     2         1         1                         1           

Foreign currency, at value (cost: $0, $73, $0, $0, $0, $0, $0)

             73                                           

Receivables for:

                    

Investments sold

     90,498         12,823         3,775         1,129         1,466                   

Capital shares sold

     11,719         794         255         2,920                           

Dividends

     4,002         240                 252         13         1,569         34   

Foreign currency spot contracts

     53         4                         63         450         4   

Withholding tax receivable

     1,577         8                 14         1                   

Other assets

     335                         3         3                 6   

Prepaid registration fees

     25         17         15         15         10         13         1   

Total Assets

     8,021,307         480,353         370,079         215,453         44,550         661,721         12,165   

LIABILITIES

                    

Payables for:

                    

Due to custodian

                                     838                   

Investments purchased

             4,129         5,698         2,461                 669         272   

Capital shares reacquired

     10,049         387         136         411         26         485           

Accrued expenses:

                    

Management fees

     4,151         326         249         110         30         451         8   

12b-1 fees

     184         59         11         10         1         17         1   

Trustees’ fees and expenses

     100         6         7         4         1         14           

Transfer agent fees

     471         32         22         14         3         41         1   

Other

     397         46         20         29         11         40         9   

Total Liabilities

     15,352         4,985         6,143         3,039         910         1,717         291   

NET ASSETS

   $ 8,005,955       $ 475,368       $ 363,936       $ 212,414       $ 43,640       $ 660,004       $ 11,874   

Net Assets Consist of

                    

Paid-in capital

   $ 9,133,020       $ 634,523       $ 402,816       $ 274,574       $ 65,669       $ 754,811       $ 13,639   

Undistributed/(accumulated) net investment income/(loss)

     20,634                         670         511         2,347           

Accumulated net realized gain/(loss)

     (2,560,797      (208,953      (58,241      (61,897      (13,201      (133,699      (1,463

Unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments

     1,413,098         49,798         19,361         (933      (9,339      36,545         (302
     $ 8,005,955       $ 475,368       $ 363,936       $ 212,414       $ 43,640       $ 660,004       $ 11,874   

NET ASSETS VALUE PER SHARE BY CLASS

  

              

Institutional Class

                    

Net assets

   $ 7,159,390       $ 220,402       $ 317,168       $ 167,486       $ 41,250       $ 587,985       $ 9,326   

Shares of beneficial interest2

     236,315         35,559         35,811         25,276         4,547         39,515         1,551   

Net asset value per share1

   $ 30.30       $ 6.20       $ 8.86       $ 6.63       $ 9.07       $ 14.88       $ 6.01   

Administrative Class

                    

Net assets

   $ 310,392       $ 211,996       $ 25,794       $ 19,142       $ 64       $ 30,584       $ 670   

Shares of beneficial interest2

     10,301         34,494         2,970         2,895         7         2,063         112   

Net asset value per share1

   $ 30.13       $ 6.15       $ 8.68       $ 6.61       $ 9.04       $ 14.82       $ 6.01   

Investor Class

                    

Net assets

   $ 536,173       $ 42,970       $ 20,974       $ 25,786       $ 2,326       $ 41,435       $ 1,878   

Shares of beneficial interest2

     17,890         7,055         2,450         3,867         256         2,824         312   

Net asset value per share1

   $ 29.97       $ 6.09       $ 8.56       $ 6.67       $ 9.07       $ 14.67       $ 6.01   

 

 

* Including repurchase agreements and short-term investments.

 

1 Per share amounts can be recalculated to the amounts disclosed herein when total net assets and shares of beneficial interest are not rounded to thousands.

 

2 Par value $0.01 (unlimited authorizations)

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS—Year Ended October 31, 2009

 

(All amounts in thousands)

 

      Harbor
Capital
Appreciation Fund
    Harbor
Mid Cap
Growth Fund
    Harbor
Small Cap
Growth Fund
    Harbor
Large Cap
Value Fund
    Harbor
Mid Cap
Value Fund
    Harbor
Small Cap
Value Fund
    Harbor
Small Company
Value Fund
 

Investment Income

              

Dividends

   $ 72,657      $ 3,650      $ 1,328      $ 5,145      $ 1,088      $ 9,013      $ 64   

Interest

     27        23        31               3        126          

Foreign taxes withheld

     (1,693     (31            (84     (1     (23       

Total Investment Income

     70,991        3,642        1,359        5,061        1,090        9,116        64   

Operating Expenses

              

Management fees

     39,088        3,530        2,434        1,042        272        5,000        30   

12b-1 fees:

              

Administrative Class

     612        443        57        59        1        74        1   

Investor Class

     1,208        191        48        51        5        100        2   

Shareholder communications

     788        100        41        8        6        181        1   

Custodian fees

     100        146        86        51        52        50        42   

Transfer agent fees:

              

Institutional Class

     4,716        175        229        106        28        478        2   

Administrative Class

     199        144        19        18               24        1   

Investor Class

     970        153        37        41        4        80        2   

Professional fees

     310        27        13        6        1        26          

Trustees’ fees and expenses

     101        8        5        3        1        9          

Registration fees

     112        80        55        68        48        58        44   

Miscellaneous

     110        12        10        17        6        21        6   

Total expenses

     48,314        5,009        3,034        1,470        424        6,101        131   

Transfer agent fees waived

     (846     (58     (41     (22     (6     (78     (1

Other expenses waived

                          (82     (55            (88

Custodial expense reductions

     (2                                          

Net expenses

     47,466        4,951        2,993        1,366        363        6,023        42   

Net Investment Income/(Loss)

     23,525        (1,309     (1,634     3,695        727        3,093        22   

Realized and Unrealized Gain/(Loss) on Investment Transactions

              

Net realized gain/(loss) on:

              

Investments

     (390,292     (130,755     (43,657     (46,403     (8,862     (132,371     (956

Foreign currency transactions

     29        84               (38                     

Change in net unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of:

              

Investments

     1,768,741        187,129        88,074        47,994        17,836        166,453        1,411   

Translations of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies

     33        (1            11                        

Net gain/(loss) on investment transactions

     1,378,511        56,457        44,417        1,564        8,974        34,082        455   

Net Increase/(Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations

   $ 1,402,036      $ 55,148      $ 42,783      $ 5,259      $ 9,701      $ 37,175      $ 477   

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

 

(All amounts in thousands)

 

     Harbor
Capital Appreciation Fund
       Harbor
Mid Cap Growth Fund
       Harbor
Small Cap Growth Fund
 
      November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
     November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
       November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
     November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
       November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
     November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
 

INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS

                     

Operations

                     

Net investment income/(loss)

   $ 23,525       $ 36,254         $ (1,309    $ (479      $ (1,634    $ (3,578

Net realized gain/(loss) on investments

     (390,263      (632,900        (130,671      (78,131        (43,657      7,206   

Net unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments

     1,768,774         (2,932,596        187,128         (209,706        88,074         (243,039

Net increase/(decrease) in assets resulting from operations

     1,402,036         (3,529,242        55,148         (288,316        42,783         (239,411

Distributions to Shareholders

                     

Net investment income:

                     

Institutional Class

     (33,789      (27,317                (293                  

Administrative Class

     (839      (209                                    

Investor Class

     (628                                            

Net realized gain on investments:

                     

Institutional Class

                               (12,936        (8,755      (82,265

Administrative Class

                               (3,633        (729      (5,206

Investor Class

                               (7,656        (646      (5,652

Total distributions to shareholders

     (35,256      (27,526                (24,518        (10,130      (93,123

Net Increase/(Decrease) Derived from Capital Share Transactions

     453,737         (106,575        (46,258      279,756           (22,705      (44,995

Net increase/(decrease) in net assets

     1,820,517         (3,663,343        8,890         (33,078        9,948         (377,529

Net Assets

                     

Beginning of period

     6,185,438         9,848,781           466,478         499,556           353,988         731,517   

End of period*

   $ 8,005,955       $ 6,185,438         $ 475,368       $ 466,478         $ 363,936       $ 353,988   

*    Includes undistributed/(accumulated) net investment income/(loss) of

   $ 20,634       $ 32,733         $       $         $       $   

 

 

 

a Formerly, Harbor SMID Value Fund.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Harbor
Large Cap Value Fund
    Harbor
Mid Cap Value Fund
    Harbor
Small Cap Value Fund
    Harbor
Small Company Value Fund
 
November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
    November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
    November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
    November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
    November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
    November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
    November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
    November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008a
 
             
             
$ 3,695      $ 4,797      $ 727      $ 1,548      $ 3,093      $ 4,897      $ 22      $ 29   
  (46,441     (13,044     (8,862     (4,453     (132,371     4,253        (956     (507
 
48,005
  
    (82,393     17,836        (26,983     166,453        (493,812     1,411        (1,247

 

5,259

  

    (90,640     9,701        (29,888     37,175        (484,662     477        (1,725
             
             
  (3,149     (2,609     (1,354     (1,023     (2,707     (6,292     (28     (12
  (648     (309     (14     (4     (19     (96     (6     (7
  (239     (528     (69     (44                   (6     (7
             
         (101,227            (2,584     (1,780     (73,264            (29
         (3,384            (13     (79     (2,832            (21
         (18,830            (177     (121     (4,984            (21
  (4,036     (126,887     (1,437     (3,845     (4,706     (87,468     (40     (97

 

(4,071

    89,156        (1,666     (13,913     (205,392     (314,301     8,666        1,595   
  (2,848     (128,371     6,598        (47,646     (172,923     (886,430     9,103        (227
             
  215,262        343,633        37,042        84,688        832,927        1,719,357        2,771        2,998   
$ 212,414      $ 215,262      $ 43,640      $ 37,042      $ 660,004      $ 832,927      $ 11,874      $ 2,771   

$

670

  

  $ 1,216      $ 511      $ 1,262      $ 2,347      $ 1,980      $      $ 18   

 

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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS–CAPITAL STOCK ACTIVITY

 

(All amounts in thousands)

 

     Harbor
Capital Appreciation Fund
     Harbor
Mid Cap Growth Fund
     Harbor
Small Cap Growth Fund
 
      November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
     November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
     November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
     November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
     November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
     November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
 

AMOUNT ($)

                 

Institutional Class

                 

Net proceeds from sale of shares

   $ 2,027,028       $ 1,910,013       $ 67,875       $ 189,248       $ 37,992       $ 60,278   

Reinvested distributions

     29,631         23,904                 10,128         8,206         76,938   

Cost of shares reacquired

     (1,569,374      (2,063,455      (93,582      (87,542      (65,880      (185,181

Net increase/(decrease) in net assets

   $ 487,285       $ (129,538    $ (25,707    $ 111,834       $ (19,682    $ (47,965

Administrative Class

                 

Net proceeds from sale of shares

   $ 127,351       $ 153,308       $ 66,479       $ 178,479       $ 4,924       $ 7,676   

Reinvested distributions

     838         209                 3,633         729         5,206   

Cost of shares reacquired

     (105,664      (103,020      (34,742      (19,540      (6,810      (8,757

Net increase/(decrease) in net assets

   $ 22,525       $ 50,497       $ 31,737       $ 162,572       $ (1,157    $ 4,125   

Investor Class

                 

Net proceeds from sale of shares

   $ 183,239       $ 213,364       $ 19,668       $ 61,215       $ 4,473       $ 6,053   

Reinvested distributions

     575                         7,530         645         5,644   

Cost of shares reacquired

     (239,887      (240,898      (71,956      (63,395      (6,984      (12,852

Net increase/(decrease) in net assets

   $ (56,073    $ (27,534    $ (52,288    $ 5,350       $ (1,866    $ (1,155

SHARES

                 

Institutional Class

                 

Shares sold

     79,330         56,675         12,884         22,602         5,055         5,456   

Shares issued due to reinvestment of distributions

     1,281         655                 1,109         1,169         6,265   

Shares reacquired

     (62,955      (62,634      (16,806      (10,979      (8,934      (16,607

Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding

     17,656         (5,304      (3,922      12,732         (2,710      (4,886

Beginning of period

     218,659         223,963         39,481         26,749         38,521         43,407   

End of period

     236,315         218,659         35,559         39,481         35,811         38,521   

Administrative Class

                 

Shares sold

     5,226         5,077         12,619         23,299         692         765   

Shares issued due to reinvestment of distributions

     36         6                 399         106         430   

Shares reacquired

     (4,457      (3,194      (6,640      (2,588      (920      (803

Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding

     805         1,889         5,979         21,110         (122      392   

Beginning of period

     9,496         7,607         28,515         7,405         3,092         2,700   

End of period

     10,301         9,496         34,494         28,515         2,970         3,092   

Investor Class

                 

Shares sold

     7,164         6,432         4,053         7,187         631         543   

Shares issued due to reinvestment distributions

     25                         834         95         472   

Shares reacquired

     (9,478      (7,843      (12,317      (7,928      (1,019      (1,195

Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding

     (2,289      (1,411      (8,264      93         (293      (180

Beginning of period

     20,179         21,590         15,319         15,226         2,743         2,923   

End of period

     17,890         20,179         7,055         15,319         2,450         2,743   

 

 

 

a Formerly, Harbor SMID Value Fund.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Harbor
Large Cap Value Fund
    Harbor
Mid Cap Value Fund
    Harbor
Small Cap Value Fund
    Harbor
Small Company Value Funda
 
November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
    November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
    November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
    November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
    November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
    November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
    November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
    November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
 
             
             
$ 82,023      $ 62,894      $ 18,473      $ 22,703      $ 168,162      $ 204,178      $ 8,248      $ 1,540   
  2,919        98,215        1,341        3,392        3,449        64,978        27        41   
  (38,728     (96,921     (21,224     (38,141     (363,207     (555,800     (1,022     (88
$ 46,214      $ 64,188      $ (1,410   $ (12,046   $ (191,596   $ (286,644   $ 7,253      $ 1,493   
             
$ 7,949      $ 103,487      $ 271      $ 489      $ 8,206      $ 9,192      $ 476      $ 1   
  647        3,693        14        17        98        2,928        6        28   
  (60,693     (18,259     (587     (363     (13,144     (16,930     (357       
$ (52,097   $ 88,921      $ (302   $ 143      $ (4,840   $ (4,810   $ 125      $ 29   
             
$ 9,969      $ 97,399      $ 596      $ 968      $ 7,585      $ 11,015      $ 2,234      $ 107   
  231        17,986        69        221        114        4,140        6        28   
  (8,388     (179,338     (619     (3,199     (16,655     (38,001     (952     (62
$ 1,812      $ (63,953   $ 46      $ (2,010   $ (8,956   $ (22,846   $ 1,288      $ 73   
             
             
  14,319        6,900        2,779        2,088        12,874        11,278        1,401        256   
 
 
    
483
 
  
    10,558        194        290        269        3,337        6        5   
  (6,947     (10,037     (3,024     (3,614     (27,935     (29,357     (239     (13
  7,855        7,421        (51     (1,236     (14,792     (14,742     1,168        248   
  17,421        10,000        4,598        5,834        54,307        69,049        383        135   
  25,276        17,421        4,547        4,598        39,515        54,307        1,551        383   
             
  1,384        13,313        40        47        663        495        111          
 
 
    
107
 
  
    400        2        1        8        151        2        4   
  (10,158     (2,468     (81     (34     (995     (903     (105       
  (8,667     11,245        (39     14        (324     (257     8        4   
  11,562        317        46        32        2,387        2,644        104        100   
  2,895        11,562        7        46        2,063        2,387        112        104   
             
  1,571        10,807        77        89        606        608        397        16   
 
 
    
38
 
  
    1,942        10        19        9        215        1        4   
  (1,414     (14,998     (80     (301     (1,322     (2,043     (200     (9
  195        (2,249     7        (193     (707     (1,220     198        11   
  3,672        5,921        249        442        3,531        4,751        114        103   
  3,867        3,672        256        249        2,824        3,531        312        114   

 

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Harbor Domestic Equity Funds Financial Highlights

SELECTED DATA FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING FOR THE PERIODS PRESENTED

 

 

HARBOR CAPITAL APPRECIATION FUND

  

     Institutional Class  
Year Ended October 31    2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 24.94      $ 38.95      $ 32.65      $ 31.02      $ 26.81   

Income from Investment Operations

          

Net investment income/(loss)

     0.10 a      0.16 a      0.14 a      0.07 a      0.13 a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     5.42        (14.05     6.23        1.59        4.19   

Total from investment operations

     5.52        (13.89     6.37        1.66        4.32   

Less Distributions

          

Dividends from net investment income

     (0.16     (0.12     (0.07     (0.03     (0.11

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

                                   

Total distributions

     (0.16     (0.12     (0.07     (0.03     (0.11

Net asset value end of period

     30.30        24.94        38.95        32.65        31.02   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 7,159,390      $ 5,452,974      $ 8,723,355      $ 7,882,712      $ 7,187,988   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

          

Total return

     22.31 %b      (35.75 )%b      19.55 %b      5.35 %b      16.14 %b 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     0.70        0.68        0.67        0.67        0.68   

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     0.69 a      0.67 a      0.66 a      0.67 a      0.68 a 

Ratio of net investment income to average net assets

     0.40 a      0.47 a      0.38 a      0.25 a      0.44 a 

Portfolio turnover

     72        82        69        71        69   
          

HARBOR MID CAP GROWTH FUND

  

     Institutional Class  
Year Ended October 31    2009     2008     2007     2006     2005e  

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 5.63      $ 10.16      $ 7.59      $ 7.31      $ 6.15   

Income from Investment Operations

          

Net investment income/(loss)

     (0.01 )a      a      0.03 a      a      (0.03 )a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     0.58        (4.06     2.59        1.13        1.19   

Total from investment operations

     0.57        (4.06     2.62        1.13        1.16   

Less Distributions

          

Dividends from net investment income

            (0.01     (0.02              

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

            (0.46     (0.03     (0.85       

Total distributions

            (0.47     (0.05     (0.85       

Net asset value end of period

     6.20        5.63        10.16        7.59        7.31   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 220,402      $ 222,085      $ 271,736      $ 110,633      $ 53,477   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

          

Total return

     10.12 %b      (41.76 )%b      34.71 %b      16.30 %b      18.86 %b 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     0.91        0.88        0.91        1.06        1.15   

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     0.90 a      0.87 a      0.89 a      0.94 a      0.95 a 

Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets (%)

     (0.12 )a      0.05 a      0.36 a      (0.30 )a      (0.48 )a 

Portfolio turnover

     177        125        107        131        177   

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Administrative Class         Investor Class  
2009     2008     2007     2006     2005          2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  
$ 24.80      $ 38.73      $ 32.47      $ 30.90      $ 26.77        $ 24.63      $ 38.48      $ 32.31      $ 30.79      $ 26.65   
                   
  0.04 a      0.07 a      0.06 a      0.05 a               a      0.03 a      0.01 a      (0.02 )a      0.05 a 
  5.38        (13.97     6.20        1.52        4.23            5.37        (13.88     6.16        1.54        4.11   
  5.42        (13.90     6.26        1.57        4.23            5.37        (13.85     6.17        1.52        4.16   
                   
  (0.09     (0.03                   (0.10       (0.03                          (0.02
                                                                       
  (0.09     (0.03                   (0.10         (0.03                          (0.02
  30.13        24.80        38.73        32.47        30.90          29.97        24.63        38.48        32.31        30.79   
$ 310,392      $ 235,457      $ 294,586      $ 207,852      $ 123,018          $ 536,173      $ 497,007      $ 830,840      $ 562,859      $ 304,676   
                   
  21.97 %b      (35.92 )%b      19.28 %b      5.08 %b      15.84 %b        21.85 %b      (35.99 )%b      19.10 %b      4.94 %b      15.62 %b 
  0.95        0.93        0.93        0.92        0.92          1.07        1.05        1.05        1.07        1.10   
  0.94 a      0.92 a      0.92 a      0.92 a      0.92 a        1.06 a      1.05 a      1.04 a      1.07 a      1.10 a 
  0.14 a      0.21 a      0.13 a      a      (0.13 )a        0.04 a      0.10 a      (0.01 )a      (0.15 )a      (0.10 )a 
  72        82        69        71        69            72        82        69        71        69   
                   
Administrative Class         Investor Class  
2009     2008     2007     2006     2005e          2009     2008     2007     2006     2005e  
$ 5.59      $ 10.11      $ 7.57      $ 7.31      $ 6.15        $ 5.54      $ 10.04      $ 7.52      $ 7.28      $ 6.15   
                   
  (0.02 )a      (0.01 )a      0.01 a      a      a        (0.08 )a      (0.03 )a      0.02 a      (0.01 )a      (0.04 )a 
  0.58        (4.05     2.57        1.11        1.16            0.63        (4.01     2.53        1.10        1.17   
  0.56        (4.06     2.58        1.11        1.16            0.55        (4.04     2.55        1.09        1.13   
                   
                (0.01                                                   
         (0.46     (0.03     (0.85                       (0.46     (0.03     (0.85       
         (0.46     (0.04     (0.85                       (0.46     (0.03     (0.85       
  6.15        5.59        10.11        7.57        7.31          6.09        5.54        10.04        7.52        7.28   
$ 211,996      $ 159,450      $ 74,885      $ 46,402      $ 14          $ 42,970      $ 84,943      $ 152,935      $ 6,782      $ 1,737   
                   
  10.02 %b      (41.94 )%b      34.31 %b      15.99 %b      18.86 %b        9.93 %b      (42.04 )%b      34.08 %b      15.77 %b      18.37 %b 
  1.16        1.13        1.16        1.30        1.38          1.27        1.26        1.29        1.44        1.58   
  1.15 a      1.12 a      1.14 a      1.18 a      1.18 a        1.26 a      1.25 a      1.27 a      1.32 a      1.38 a 
  (0.39 )a      (0.21 )a      0.14 a      (0.58 )a      (0.67 )a        (0.47 )a      (0.31 )a      (0.06 )a      (0.69 )a      (0.87 )a 
  177        125        107        131        177            177        125        107        131        177   

 

 

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Harbor Domestic Equity Funds Financial Highlights—Continued

SELECTED DATA FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING FOR THE PERIODS PRESENTED

 

 

HARBOR SMALL CAP GROWTH FUND

  

     Institutional Class  
Year Ended October 31    2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 8.00      $ 14.95      $ 13.69      $ 13.00      $ 12.82   

Income from Investment Operations

          

Net investment income/(loss)

     (0.03 )a      (0.07 )a      (0.07 )a      a      (0.06 )a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     1.13        (4.95     2.55        1.74        1.07   

Total from investment operations

     1.10        (5.02     2.48        1.74        1.01   

Less Distributions

          

Dividends from net investment income

                                   

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

     (0.24     (1.93     (1.22     (1.05     (0.83

Total distributions

     (0.24     (1.93     (1.22     (1.05     (0.83

Net asset value end of period

     8.86        8.00        14.95        13.69        13.00   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 317,168      $ 308,330      $ 648,885      $ 633,956      $ 635,132   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

          

Total return

     14.50 %b      (38.07 )%b      19.56 %b      14.17 %b      7.83 %b 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     0.89        0.85        0.84        0.82        0.84   

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     0.88 a      0.84 a      0.82 a      0.82 a      0.84 a 

Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets (%)

     (0.46 )a      (0.61 )a      (0.52 )a      (0.35 )a      (0.40 )a 

Portfolio turnover

     57        56        50        55        69   
          

HARBOR LARGE CAP VALUE FUND

  

     Institutional Class  
Year Ended October 31    2009     2008     2007f     2006     2005  

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 6.60      $ 21.20      $ 18.79      $ 16.63      $ 15.00   

Income from Investment Operations

          

Net investment income/(loss)

     0.11 a      0.19 a      0.41 a      0.22 a      0.16 a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     0.07        (3.94     2.54        2.13        1.63   

Total from investment operations

     0.18        (3.75     2.95        2.35        1.79   

Less Distributions

          

Dividends from net investment income

     (0.15     (0.19     (0.26     (0.19     (0.16

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

            (10.66     (0.28              

Total distributions

     (0.15     (10.85     (0.54     (0.19     (0.16

Net asset value end of period

     6.63        6.60        21.20        18.79        16.63   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 167,486      $ 114,972      $ 211,985      $ 596,888      $ 546,624   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

          

Total return

     3.01 %b      (32.16 )%b      15.93 %b      14.23 %b      11.90 %b 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     0.77        0.74        0.72        0.68        0.70   

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     0.71 a      0.68 a      0.68 a      0.68 a      0.70 a 

Ratio of net investment income to average net assets

     2.13 a      2.05 a      1.24 a      1.23 a      1.01 a 

Portfolio turnover

     54        107        114        31        24   

See page 63 for notes to Domestic Equity Funds Financial Highlights.

 

 

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Administrative Class        Investor Class  
2009     2008     2007     2006     2005        2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  
$ 7.87      $ 14.77      $ 13.57      $ 12.92      $ 12.78         $ 7.77      $ 14.62      $ 13.47      $ 12.85      $ 12.74   
                    
  (0.06 )a      (0.08 )a      (0.14 )a      (0.03 )a      (0.07 )a         (0.09 )a      (0.13 )a      (0.16 )a      (0.02 )a      (0.09 )a 
  1.11        (4.89     2.56        1.73        1.04           1.12        (4.79     2.53        1.69        1.03   
  1.05        (4.97     2.42        1.70        0.97           1.03        (4.92     2.37        1.67        0.94   
                    
                                                                      
  (0.24     (1.93     (1.22     (1.05     (0.83        (0.24     (1.93     (1.22     (1.05     (0.83
  (0.24     (1.93     (1.22     (1.05     (0.83        (0.24     (1.93     (1.22     (1.05     (0.83
  8.68        7.87        14.77        13.57        12.92           8.56        7.77        14.62        13.47        12.85   
$ 25,794      $ 24,337      $ 39,877      $ 48,525      $ 40,916         $ 20,974      $ 21,321      $ 42,755      $ 47,263      $ 32,440   
                    
  14.09 %b      (38.21 )%b      19.35 %b      13.93 %b      7.52 %b         14.01 %b      (38.27 )%b      19.11 %b      13.77 %b      7.31 %b 
  1.14        1.10        1.08        1.07        1.09           1.26        1.22        1.21        1.22        1.27   
  1.13 a      1.09 a      1.07 a      1.07 a      1.09 a         1.25 a      1.21 a      1.20 a      1.22 a      1.27 a 
  (0.72 )a      (0.86 )a      (0.77 )a      (0.60 )a      (0.66 )a         (0.83 )a      (0.98 )a      (0.90 )a      (0.74 )a      (0.83 )a 
  57        56        50        55        69           57        56        50        55        69   
                    
Administrative Class        Investor Class  
2009     2008     2007f     2006     2005        2009     2008     2007f     2006     2005  
$ 6.59      $ 21.17      $ 18.77      $ 16.62      $ 14.99         $ 6.58      $ 21.10      $ 18.70      $ 16.58      $ 14.96   
                    
  0.12 a      0.24 a      0.20 a      0.16 a      0.14 a         0.11 a      0.17 a      0.19 a      0.14 a      0.07 a 
  0.04        (4.01     2.69        2.14        1.61           0.05        (3.95     2.67        2.12        1.64   
  0.16        (3.77     2.89        2.30        1.75           0.16        (3.78     2.86        2.26        1.71   
                    
  (0.14     (0.15     (0.21     (0.15     (0.12        (0.07     (0.08     (0.18     (0.14     (0.09
         (10.66     (0.28                             (10.66     (0.28              
  (0.14     (10.81     (0.49     (0.15     (0.12        (0.07     (10.74     (0.46     (0.14     (0.09
  6.61        6.59        21.17        18.77        16.62           6.67        6.58        21.10        18.70        16.58   
$ 19,142      $ 76,134      $ 6,706      $ 8,352      $ 5,577         $ 25,786      $ 24,156      $ 124,942      $ 284,948      $ 162,862   
                    
  2.57 %b      (32.26 )%b      15.62 %b      13.93 %b      11.66 %b         2.60 %b      (32.39 )%b      15.49 %b      13.73 %b      11.54 %b 
  1.01        1.00        0.98        0.93        0.95           1.14        1.11        1.09        1.08        1.10   
  0.96 a      0.93 a      0.93 a      0.93 a      0.95 a         1.07 a      1.05 a      1.06 a      1.08 a      1.10 a 
  2.37 a      1.65 a      1.04 a      0.95 a      0.77 a         1.84 a      1.88 a      0.90 a      0.82 a      0.70 a 
  54        107        114        31        24           54        107        114        31        24   

 

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SELECTED DATA FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING FOR THE PERIODS PRESENTED

 

 

HARBOR MID CAP VALUE FUND

  

     Institutional Class  
Year Ended October 31    2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 7.57      $ 13.43      $ 13.26      $ 11.90      $ 11.09   

Income from Investment Operations

          

Net investment income/(loss)

     0.19 a      0.32 a      0.17 a      0.13 a      0.14 a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     1.64        (5.52     0.49        1.65        1.68   

Total from investment operations

     1.83        (5.20     0.66        1.78        1.82   

Less Distributions

          

Dividends from net investment income

     (0.33     (0.19     (0.12     (0.13     (0.05

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

            (0.47     (0.37     (0.29     (0.96

Total distributions

     (0.33     (0.66     (0.49     (0.42     (1.01

Net asset value end of period

     9.07        7.57        13.43        13.26        11.90   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 41,250      $ 34,815      $ 78,346      $ 26,630      $ 15,744   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

          

Total return

     25.53 %b      (40.47 )%b      4.97 %b      15.43 %b      16.92 %b 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     1.14        0.98        1.02        1.46        1.88   

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     0.98 a      0.95 a      0.95 a      0.95 a      0.95 a 

Ratio of net investment income to average net assets

     2.02 a      2.47 a      1.52 a      1.45 a      1.27 a 

Portfolio turnover

     46        34        21        18        20   
          

HARBOR SMALL CAP VALUE FUND

  

     Institutional Class  
Year Ended October 31    2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 13.84      $ 22.52      $ 21.24      $ 19.50      $ 16.58   

Income from Investment Operations

          

Net investment income/(loss)

     0.08 a      0.10 a      0.11 a      0.03 a      0.01 a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     1.05        (7.57     1.68        2.04        3.00   

Total from investment operations

     1.13        (7.47     1.79        2.07        3.01   

Less Distributions

          

Dividends from net investment income

     (0.05     (0.10     (0.02     (0.02       

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

     (0.04     (1.11     (0.49     (0.31     (0.09

Total distributions

     (0.09     (1.21     (0.51     (0.33     (0.09

Net asset value end of period

     14.88        13.84        22.52        21.24        19.50   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 587,985      $ 751,873      $ 1,554,756      $ 1,928,482      $ 1,592,120   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

          

Total return

     8.28 %b      (34.74 )%b      8.52 %b      10.72 %b      18.22 %b 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     0.88        0.85        0.84        0.83        0.83   

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     0.87 a      0.84 a      0.83 a      0.83 a      0.83 a 

Ratio of net investment income/(loss) to average net assets (%)

     0.50 a      0.40 a      0.44 a      0.19 a      0.13 a 

Portfolio turnover

     18        16        14        27        20   

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Administrative Class        Investor Class  
2009     2008     2007     2006     2005        2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  
$ 7.54      $ 13.38      $ 13.24      $ 11.90      $ 11.09         $ 7.55      $ 13.37      $ 13.22      $ 11.88      $ 11.09   
                    
  (0.14 )a,i      0.24 a      0.20 a      0.10 a      0.04 a         0.13 a      0.32 a      0.18 a      0.12 a      0.07 a 
  1.95        (5.46     0.42        1.66        1.76           1.67        (5.55     0.43        1.62        1.71   
  1.81        (5.22     0.62        1.76        1.80           1.80        (5.23     0.61        1.74        1.78   
                    
  (0.31     (0.15     (0.11     (0.13     (0.04        (0.28     (0.12     (0.09     (0.11     (0.04
         (0.47     (0.37     (0.29     (0.95               (0.47     (0.37     (0.29     (0.95
  (0.31     (0.62     (0.48     (0.42     (0.99        (0.28     (0.59     (0.46     (0.40     (0.99
  9.04        7.54        13.38        13.24        11.90           9.07        7.55        13.37        13.22        11.88   
$ 64      $ 347      $ 434      $ 184      $ 81         $ 2,326      $ 1,880      $ 5,908      $ 5,832      $ 1,612   
                    
  25.26 %b      (40.66 )%b      4.68 %b      15.17 %b      16.88 %b         25.02 %b      (40.69 )%b      4.60 %b      15.00 %b      16.65 %b 
  1.36        1.25        1.27        1.69        2.11           1.51        1.35        1.41        1.83        2.31   
  1.23 a      1.20 a      1.19 a      1.18 a      1.18 a         1.35 a      1.32 a      1.33 a      1.32 a      1.38 a 
  2.01 a      2.27 a      1.29 a      1.22 a      0.96 a         1.68 a      2.10 a      1.17 a      1.06 a      0.88 a 
  46        34        21        18        20           46        34        21        18        20   
                    
Administrative Class        Investor Class  
2009     2008     2007     2006     2005        2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  
$ 13.77      $ 22.40      $ 21.17      $ 19.46      $ 16.57         $ 13.64      $ 22.18      $ 20.99      $ 19.33      $ 16.50   
                    
  0.02 a      0.03 a      0.04 a      (0.02 )a      (0.01 )a         (0.05 )a,i      (0.05 )a      (0.03 )a      (0.09 )a      (0.01 )a 
  1.08        (7.51     1.68        2.04        2.99           1.12        (7.38     1.71        2.06        2.93   
  1.10        (7.48     1.72        2.02        2.98           1.07        (7.43     1.68        1.97        2.92   
                    
  (0.01     (0.04                                                           
  (0.04     (1.11     (0.49     (0.31     (0.09        (0.04     (1.11     (0.49     (0.31     (0.09
  (0.05     (1.15     (0.49     (0.31     (0.09        (0.04     (1.11     (0.49     (0.31     (0.09
  14.82        13.77        22.40        21.17        19.46           14.67        13.64        22.18        20.99        19.33   
$ 30,584      $ 32,878      $ 59,224      $ 57,301      $ 36,787         $ 41,435      $ 48,176      $ 105,377      $ 138,916      $ 182,697   
                    
  8.00 %b      (34.89 )%b      8.21 %b      10.48 %b      18.05 %b         7.86 %b      (34.95 )%b      8.08 %b      10.28 %b      17.76 %b 
  1.13        1.10        1.09        1.08        1.08           1.25        1.22        1.22        1.23        1.26   
  1.12 a      1.09 a      1.08 a      1.08 a      1.08 a         1.24 a      1.22 a      1.21 a      1.23 a      1.26 a 
  0.23 a      0.16 a      0.18 a      (0.06 )a      (0.08 )a         0.12 a      0.03 a      0.06 a      (0.22 )a      (0.27 )a 
  18        16        14        27        20           18        16        14        27        20   

 

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SELECTED DATA FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING FOR THE PERIODS PRESENTED

 

 

HARBOR SMALL COMPANY VALUE FUND

  

     Institutional Class  
Year Ended October 31    2009      2008h     2007g,h  

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 4.61       $ 8.88      $ 10.00   

Income from Investment Operations

       

Net investment income/(loss)

     0.04 a       0.06 a      0.06 a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     1.43         (4.03     (1.18

Total from investment operations

     1.47         (3.97     (1.12

Less Distributions

       

Dividends from net investment income

     (0.07      (0.09       

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

             (0.21       

Total distributions

     (0.07      (0.30       

Net asset value end of period

     6.01         4.61        8.88   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 9,326       $ 1,768      $ 1,196   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

       

Total return

     32.72 %b       (46.07 )%b      (11.20 )%b,d 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     3.08         3.95        3.61 c 

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     0.95 a       0.95 a      0.95 a,c 

Ratio of net investment income to average net assets

     0.62 a       1.13 a      1.19 a,c 

Portfolio turnover

     47         57        22 d 

 

 

 

1 Includes both short-term and long-term capital gains.

 

2 Percentage does not reflect reduction for credit balance arrangements. (See Note 2 to Financial Statements).

 

a Reflects the Adviser’s waiver, if any, of its management fees and/or other operating expenses.

 

b The total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been waived during the periods shown.

 

c Annualized.

 

d Unannualized.

 

e Effective September 20, 2005, Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund appointed Wellington Management Company, LLP as its Subadviser.

 

f Effective June 19, 2007, Harbor Large Cap Value Fund appointed Cohen & Steers Capital Management, Inc. as its Subadviser.

 

g For the period May 1, 2007 (inception) through October 31, 2007.

 

h Formerly, Harbor SMID Value Fund.

 

i The amount shown for a share outstanding does not correspond with the aggregate net investment income/(loss) for the period due to the timing of sales and repurchases of shares in relation to fluctuating market values of the investments of the fund.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Administrative Class      Investor Class  
2009     2008h     2007g,h      2009     2008h     2007g,h  
$ 4.61      $ 8.87      $ 10.00       $ 4.60      $ 8.86      $ 10.00   
          
  0.04 a      0.07 a      0.05 a       0.02 a      0.05 a      0.04 a 
  1.42        (4.05     (1.18      1.44        (4.04     (1.18
  1.46        (3.98     (1.13      1.46        (3.99     (1.14
          
  (0.06     (0.07             (0.05     (0.06       
         (0.21                    (0.21       
  (0.06     (0.28             (0.05     (0.27       
  6.01        4.61        8.87         6.01        4.60        8.86   
$ 670      $ 478      $ 887       $ 1,878      $ 525      $ 915   
          
  32.25 %b      (46.11 )%b      (11.30 )%b,d       32.32 %b,d      (46.22 )%b      (11.40 )%b,d 
  3.68        3.92        3.84 c       3.65        4.06        3.97 c 
  1.20 a      1.20 a      1.20 a,c       1.32 a      1.32 a      1.33 a,c 
  0.70 a      1.01 a      0.94 a       0.22 a      0.89 a      0.80 a,c 
  47        57        22 d       47        57        22 d 

 

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Harbor Domestic Equity Funds

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

(Currency in thousands)

 

NOTE 1—ORGANIZATIONAL MATTERS

Harbor Funds (the “Trust”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”), as an open-end management investment company. The Trust consists of 27 separate portfolios. The portfolios covered by this report include: Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund, Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund, Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund, Harbor Large Cap Value Fund, Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund, Harbor Small Cap Value Fund and Harbor Small Company Value Fund (formerly, Harbor SMID Value Fund); (individually or collectively referred to as a “Fund” or the “Funds,” respectively). Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc. (the “Adviser” or “Harbor Capital”) is the investment adviser for the Funds.

The Funds may offer up to three classes of shares, designated as Institutional Class, Administrative Class, and Investor Class. The shares of each class represent an interest in the same portfolio of investments of the respective Fund and have equal rights to voting, redemptions, dividends, and liquidations, except that: (i) certain expenses, subject to the approval of the Trust’s Board of Trustees, may be applied differently to each class of shares in accordance with current regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Internal Revenue Service; and (ii) shareholders of a class that bears distribution and service expenses under terms of a distribution plan have exclusive voting rights as to that distribution plan.

NOTE 2—SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Trust in the preparation of its financial statements. The preparation of financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The Funds have adopted FASB ASC 105, The FASB Accounting Standards Codification and the Hierarchy of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (the Codification) which is a single source of authoritative nongovernmental U.S. generally accepted accounting standards (US GAAP). All previous US GAAP standards issued by a standard setter are superseded by the Codification. The adoption of ASC 105 had no impact on the Funds’ net assets or results of operations.

Security Valuation

Equity securities, except securities listed on the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotation (“NASDAQ”) system and United Kingdom securities, are valued at the last sale price on a national exchange or system on which they are principally traded as of the valuation date. Securities listed on NASDAQ system or a United Kingdom exchange are valued at the official closing price of those securities. In the case of securities for which there were no sales on the valuation day, securities traded principally: (i) on a U.S. exchange, including NASDAQ, will be valued at the mean between the closing bid and asked price; (ii) on a foreign exchange, including United Kingdom securities, will be valued at the official bid price determined as of the close of the primary exchange.

Debt securities, other than short-term securities with a remaining maturity of less than 60 days at the time they are acquired, are valued using evaluated prices furnished by a pricing service selected by the Board of Trustees. An evaluated price represents an assessment by the pricing service using various market inputs of what the pricing service believes is the fair market value of a security at a particular point in time. The pricing service determines evaluated prices for debt securities that would be transacted at institutional-size quantities using inputs including, but not limited to, (i) recent transaction prices and dealer quotes, (ii) transaction prices for what the pricing service believes are securities with similar characteristics, (iii) the pricing vendor’s assessment of the risk inherent in the security taking into account criteria such as credit quality, payment history, liquidity and market conditions, and (iv) various correlations and relationships between security price movements and other factors, such as interest rate changes, which are recognized by institutional traders. Because many debt securities trade infrequently, the pricing vendor will often not have current transaction price information available as an input in determining an evaluated price for a particular security. When current transaction price information is available, it is one input into the pricing service’s evaluation process, which means that the evaluated price supplied by the pricing service will frequently differ from that transaction price. Short-term securities with a remaining maturity of less than 60 days at the time they are acquired are stated at amortized cost, which approximates fair value.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—Continued

 

(Currency in thousands)

 

NOTE 2—SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES—Continued

 

When reliable market quotations or evaluated prices supplied by a pricing vendor are not readily available or are not believed to accurately reflect fair value, securities are priced at their fair value, determined by the Trustees Valuation Committee pursuant to procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. A Fund may also use fair value pricing if the value of some or all of the Fund’s securities have been materially affected by events occurring before the Fund’s pricing time but after the close of the primary markets or exchanges on which the security is traded. This most commonly occurs with foreign securities, but may occur with other securities as well. When fair value pricing is employed, the prices of securities used by a Fund to calculate its net asset value may differ from market quotations, official closing prices or evaluated prices for the same securities, which means the Fund may value those securities higher or lower than another fund that uses market quotations, official closing prices or evaluated prices supplied by a pricing vendor.

Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures

In September 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures. ASC 820 establishes a framework for measuring fair value and expands disclosures about fair value measurements in financial statements, effective for the Funds’ current fiscal year.

The various inputs that may be used to determine the value of each Fund’s investments are summarized in three categories defined as Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities. The assignment of an investment to Level 1, 2 or 3 is based on the lowest level of significant inputs used to determine its fair value.

Level 1—Quoted prices in active markets for identical securities.

Level 2—Other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.).

Level 3—Significant unobservable inputs are used in situations where quoted prices or observable inputs are not available. Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs may include the Funds’ own assumptions.

For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, ASC 820 requires a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchases and sales, and transfers in/out of the Level 3 category during the period. A fair value hierarchy and Level 3 reconciliation, when applicable, can be found at the end of each Fund’s Portfolio of Investments schedule.

ASC 820 also provides guidance on determining when there has been a significant decrease in the trading volume and level of activity for a holding, when a transaction is not orderly, and how that information must be incorporated into a fair value measurement. ASC 820 emphasizes that even if there has been a significant decrease in the trading volume and level of activity for a holding and regardless of the valuation techniques used, the objective of a fair value measurement remains the same. The adoption of ASC 820 had no impact on the Funds’ net assets or results of operations.

The Funds used observable inputs in their valuation methodologies whenever they were available and deemed reliable.

Options

Consistent with its investment policies, each Fund may use options contracts to manage its exposure to the stock and bond markets and to fluctuations in interest rates and currency values. Harbor Large Cap Value Fund is not authorized to engage in options transactions on currencies. Call options tend to decrease a Fund’s exposure to the underlying instrument. Put options tend to increase a Fund’s exposure to the underlying instrument.

When a Fund purchases an option, the premium paid by such Fund is recorded in the Fund’s Statement of Assets and Liabilities as an investment and subsequently marked-to-market to reflect the option’s current market value. Purchased options on equity securities are valued at the last sale price on the market on which they are principally traded. Purchased options on futures contracts are valued based on the settlement price for the underlying futures contract. If a purchased

 

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option expires, a Fund realizes a loss in the amount of the premium. If a Fund enters into a closing sale transaction, it realizes a gain or loss, depending on whether the proceeds from the sale are greater or less than the cost of the option. If a call option is exercised by a Fund, the cost of the securities acquired by exercising the call is increased by the premium paid to buy the call. If a put option is exercised by a Fund, it realizes a gain or loss from the sale of the underlying security and the proceeds from such sale are decreased by the premium originally paid. The risk associated with purchasing options is limited to the premium paid. A Fund’s maximum risk of loss from counterparty credit risk is also limited to the premium paid for the contract.

When a Fund writes an option, the premium received by such Fund is recorded in the Fund’s Statement of Assets and Liabilities as an asset and an equivalent liability. The amount of the liability is subsequently marked-to-market to reflect the current market value of the option written. Written options on equity securities are valued at the last sale price or, in the absence of a sale, the last offering price on the market on which they are principally traded. Written options on futures contracts are valued based on the settlement price for the underlying futures contract. If an option expires on its stipulated expiration date, or if a Fund enters into a closing purchase transaction, such Fund realizes a gain (or loss if the cost of a closing purchase transaction exceeds the premium received when the option was written) without regard to any unrealized gain or loss on the underlying security, and the liability related to such option is extinguished. If a written call option is exercised, a Fund realizes a gain or loss from the sale of the underlying security and the proceeds of the sale are increased by the premium originally received. If a written put option is exercised, the amount of the premium originally received reduces the cost of the security that a Fund purchases upon exercise of the option.

The risk in writing a call option is that a Fund relinquishes the opportunity to profit if the market price of the underlying security increases and the option is exercised. In writing a put option, a Fund assumes the risk of incurring a loss if the market price of the underlying security decreases and the option is exercised. In addition, there is a risk that a Fund may not be able to enter into a closing transaction because of an illiquid secondary market, or if the counterparties do not perform under the contracts’ terms.

There were no outstanding options as of October 31, 2009.

U.S. Government Securities

Securities issued by U.S. Government agencies or government-sponsored enterprises may not be guaranteed by the U.S. Treasury. The Government National Mortgage Association (“GNMA” or “Ginnie Mae”), a wholly owned U.S. Government corporation, is authorized to guarantee, with the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government, the timely payment of principal and interest on securities issued by institutions approved by GNMA and backed by pools of mortgages insured by the Federal Housing Administration or guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Government-related guarantors (i.e., not backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government) include the Federal National Mortgage Association (“FNMA” or “Fannie Mae”) and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (“FHLMC” or “Freddie Mac”). On September 7, 2008, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (“FHFA”) placed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in conservatorship, while the Treasury agreed to purchase preferred stock as needed to ensure that both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac maintain a positive net worth (guaranteeing up to $100 billion for each entity). As a consequence, certain fixed income securities of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have more explicit U.S. Government support.

Foreign Currency Spot Contracts

The Funds may enter into foreign currency spot contracts to facilitate transactions in foreign securities or to convert foreign currency receipts into U.S. dollars. A foreign currency spot contract is an agreement between two parties to buy and sell currencies at the current market rate, for settlement within two business days. The U.S. dollar value of the contracts is determined using current currency exchange rates supplied by a pricing service selected by the Adviser. The contract is marked-to-market daily for settlements beyond one day and any change in market value is recorded as an unrealized gain or loss. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value on the open and close date. Losses may arise from changes in the value of the foreign currency, or if the counterparties do not

 

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perform under the contract’s terms. The maximum potential loss from such contracts is the aggregate face value in U.S. dollars at the time the contract was opened. There is minimal counterparty risk with foreign currency spot contracts, as they are exchange traded and the exchange’s clearinghouse, as counterparty to all exchange traded foreign currency contracts, guarantees the foreign currency spot contracts against default.

Foreign Currency Translations

The accounting records of the Funds are maintained in U.S. dollars. Investment securities and other assets and liabilities denominated in a foreign currency are translated into U.S. dollars based on the current exchange rates at period end. Purchases and sales of securities are translated into U.S. dollars at the current exchange rate on the respective dates of the transaction. Income and withholding taxes are translated at the prevailing exchange rate when accrued or incurred.

Reported net realized gains and losses on foreign currency transactions represent net gains and losses from sales and maturities of foreign forward currency contracts, disposition of foreign currencies, currency gains and losses realized between the trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, and the difference between the amount of investment income accrued and tax reclaims receivable and the U.S. dollar amount actually received. The effects of changes in foreign currency exchange rates on investments in securities are not isolated in the Statement of Operations from the effects of changes in market prices of these securities. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gain or loss on investments.

Repurchase Agreements

Each Fund may enter into repurchase agreements with domestic or foreign banks or with any member firm of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. (“FINRA”), or any affiliate of a member firm which is a primary dealer in U.S. government securities. Each repurchase agreement counterparty must meet the minimum credit quality requirements applicable to the respective Fund generally and meet any other appropriate counterparty criteria as determined by the Fund’s Subadviser. The minimum credit quality requirements are those applicable to a Fund’s purchase of securities generally such that if a Fund is permitted to only purchase securities which are rated investment grade (or the equivalent if unrated), that Fund could only enter into repurchase agreements with counterparties that have debt outstanding that is rated investment grade (or the equivalent if unrated). In a repurchase agreement, a Fund buys a security at one price and simultaneously agrees to sell it back at a higher price. Such agreements must be adequately collateralized to cover the counterparty’s obligation to the Fund to close out the repurchase agreement. The securities will be regularly monitored to ensure that the collateral is adequate. In the event of the bankruptcy of the seller or the failure of the seller to repurchase the securities as agreed, the Fund could suffer losses, including loss of interest on or principal of the securities and costs associated with delay and enforcement of the repurchase agreement.

Investment Income

Dividends declared on portfolio securities are accrued on the ex-dividend date. For foreign securities held, certain dividends are recorded after the ex-dividend date, but as soon as the respective Fund is notified of such dividends. Interest income is accrued daily as earned. Discounts and premiums on fixed income securities purchased are amortized over the life of the respective securities using the effective yield method.

Securities Transactions

Securities transactions are accounted for on the trade date (the date the order to buy or sell is executed). Realized gains or losses on security transactions are determined on the basis of identified cost for both federal income tax and financial reporting purposes.

Proceeds from Litigation

The Funds may receive proceeds from shareholder litigation settlements involving current and/or previously held portfolio holdings. Any proceeds received from litigation involving portfolio holdings are reflected in the Statement of Operations in realized gain/(loss) if the security has been disposed of by a Fund or in unrealized gain/(loss) if the security is still held by a Fund.

 

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Distribution to Shareholders

Distributions on Fund shares are recorded on the ex-dividend date.

Expenses

Expenses incurred by the Trust with respect to any two or more Harbor Funds are allocated in proportion to the average net assets or the number of shareholders of each fund, except where allocations of direct expense to each fund can be otherwise fairly made.

Custodian

The Funds have credit balance arrangements with the Custodian whereby uninvested cash is invested in a short-term investment vehicle and amounts earned constitute an expense credit which is applied against gross custody expenses. Such custodial expense reductions are reflected on the accompanying Statement of Operations for the year ended October 31, 2009. If the Funds had not entered into such arrangements, the Funds could have invested a portion of the assets in an income-producing asset.

Class Allocations

Income, common expenses and realized and unrealized gains/(losses) are determined at the Fund level and allocated daily to each class of shares based on the appropriate net assets of the respective classes. Distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees are calculated daily at the class level based on the appropriate net assets of each class and the specific expense rate(s) applicable to each class.

Federal Taxes

Each Fund is treated as a separate entity for federal tax purposes. Each Fund’s policy is to meet the requirements of Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute to its shareholders all of its taxable income within the prescribed time. It is also the intention of each Fund to distribute an amount sufficient to avoid imposition of any excise tax under Section 4982 of the Internal Revenue Code. Therefore, no provision has been made for federal taxes on income, capital gains or unrealized appreciation of securities held or excise tax on income and capital gains.

The Funds have adopted ASC 740, Income Taxes. ASC 740 establishes the minimum threshold for recognizing, and a system for measuring, the benefits of tax-return positions in financial statements, effective for the Funds’ current fiscal year. The Funds recognize interest and penalties, if any, related to unrecognized tax benefits as income tax expense in the Statement of Operations. Management has analyzed each Fund’s tax positions taken on federal income tax returns for all open tax years (tax years ended October 31, 2006–2008), including positions expected to be taken upon filing the 2009 tax return, for purposes of implementing ASC 740, and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in any Fund’s financial statements.

NOTE 3—INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO TRANSACTIONS

Purchases and sales of investments, other than short-term securities, for each Fund for the year ended October 31, 2009 are as follows:

 

     Purchases    Sales
     U.S.
Government
   Other    U.S.
Government
   Other

GROWTH FUNDS

           

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

   $    $ 5,311,690    $    $ 4,767,480

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund

          823,165           866,783

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund

          181,163           216,031

VALUE FUNDS

           

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

   $    $ 91,964    $    $ 95,384

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

          16,846           18,924

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

          114,349           294,321

Harbor Small Company Value Fund

          9,446           1,779

 

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NOTE 4—FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES

 

The Funds may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests. Such taxes are generally based on income and/or capital gains earned or repatriated. Taxes are accrued and applied to net investment income, net realized gains and unrealized appreciation as such income and/or gains are earned.

Investment Adviser

Harbor Capital is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Robeco Groep, N.V. (“Robeco”). Cooperatieve Centrale Raiffeisen-Boevenleenbank B.A. (“Rabobank Nederland”) owns 100% of the shares of Robeco. Harbor Capital is the Trust’s investment adviser and is also responsible for administrative and other services. Separate advisory agreements for each Fund were in effect during the year ended October 31, 2009. The agreements provide for fees based on an annual percentage rate of average daily net assets as follows:

 

     Contractual Rate  

GROWTH FUNDS

  

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

   0.60

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund

   0.75   

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund

   0.75   

VALUE FUNDS

  

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

   0.60

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

   0.75   

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

   0.75   

Harbor Small Company Value Fund

   0.75   

Harbor Capital has from time to time voluntarily or contractually agreed not to impose a portion of its management fees and to bear a portion of the expenses incurred in the operation of certain Funds in order to limit Fund expenses. Such waivers are reflected on the accompanying Statements of Operations for the respective Funds. Harbor Capital has entered into a contractual expense limitation agreement with Harbor Small Company Value Fund limiting the total expenses to 0.95%, 1.20%, and 1.32% for the Institutional Class, Administrative Class, and Investor Class, respectively. The contractual expense limitations are effective through February 28, 2010.

Distributor

Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc. (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Harbor Capital, is the distributor for Harbor Funds shares. Under the Trust’s current distribution plans pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act with respect to each Fund’s Administrative Class shares and Investor Class shares (collectively, the “12b-1 Plans”), each Fund pays the Distributor compensation at the annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets of Administrative Class shares and of the Investor Class shares. The 12b-1 Plans compensate the Distributor for the purpose of financing any activity which is primarily intended to result in the sale of Administrative and Investor Class shares of the Funds or for servicing of shareholder accounts in the Administrative and Investor Class shares of the Fund. Such activities include, but are not limited to: printing of prospectuses and statements of additional information and reports for prospective shareholders (i.e., other than existing shareholders); preparation and distribution of advertising material and sales literature; expenses of organizing and conducting sales seminars; supplemental payments to dealers or other institutions such as asset-based sales charges or as payments of service fees under shareholder service arrangements; and costs of administering each 12b-1 Plan.

Amounts payable by a Fund under the 12b-1 Plans need not be directly related to the expenses actually incurred by the Distributor on behalf of each Fund. The 12b-1 Plans do not obligate the Funds to reimburse Harbor Funds Distributors for the actual expenses the Distributor may incur in fulfilling its obligations under the 12b-1 Plans. Thus, even if the Distributor’s actual expenses exceed the fee payable to the Distributor at any given time, the Funds will not be obligated to pay more than that fee. If the Distributor’s expenses are less than the fee it receives, the Distributor will retain the difference.

 

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The fees allocated to each Fund’s respective class are shown on the accompanying Statement of Operations.

Transfer Agent

Harbor Services Group, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Harbor Capital, is the shareholder servicing agent for the Funds. The shareholder servicing agreement is reviewed and approved annually by the Trustees of the Funds and provides currently for compensation up to the following amounts per class of each Fund:

 

Share Class

  

Transfer Agent Fees

Institutional Class

  

0.09% of the average daily net assets of all Institutional Class shares.

Administrative Class

  

0.09% of the average daily net assets of all Administrative Class shares.

Investor Class

  

0.21% of the average daily net assets of all Investor Class shares.

Effective March 1, 2009, the transfer agent fees for the Institutional and Administrative Class shares increased from 0.06% to 0.09% and increased from 0.18% to 0.21% for the Investor Class shares. Harbor Services Group, Inc. has voluntarily waived a portion of its transfer agent fees during the year ended October 31, 2009. Fees incurred for these transfer agent services are shown on each Fund’s Statement of Operations.

Shareholders

On October 31, 2009, Harbor Capital, Harbor Funds Distributors, and Harbor Services Group, collectively held the following shares of beneficial interest in the Funds:

 

     Harbor Capital Advisors,
Harbor Funds Distributors, and
Harbor Services Group

GROWTH FUNDS

  

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

   16,142

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund

   39,397

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund

   14,932

VALUE FUNDS

  

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

   44,922

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

   21,333

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

   6,227

Harbor Small Company Value Fund

   327,730

Independent Trustees

The fees and expenses of the Independent Trustees allocated to each Fund are shown on each Fund’s Statement of Operations. The Independent Trustees’ remuneration for all Domestic Equity Funds totaled $118 for the year ended October 31, 2009.

The Board of Trustees has adopted a Deferred Compensation Plan for Independent Trustees (the “Plan”) which enables Trustees to elect to defer receipt of all or a portion of the annual compensation they are entitled to receive from the Trust (with the exception of the Harbor Money Market Fund). For purposes of determining the amount owed to a Trustee under the Plan, deferred amounts are treated as though they had been invested in shares of the fund(s) selected by the Trustee. The deferred compensation liability is included as a component of “Trustees’ fees and expenses” in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities and fluctuates with changes in the market value of the selected security. The market value adjustment for all Domestic Equity Funds totaled $7 for the year ended October 31, 2009. The deferred compensation and related mark-to-market impact will be a liability of the Funds until distributed in accordance with the Plan.

NOTE 5—TAX INFORMATION

The amount and character of income and net realized gains to be distributed are determined in accordance with income tax rules and regulations, which may differ from generally accepted accounting principles. These differences are attributable

 

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to permanent book and tax accounting differences. Reclassifications are made to the Funds’ capital accounts to reflect income and net realized gains available for distribution (or available capital loss carryovers) under income tax rules and regulations. The amounts reclassified on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities for the year ended October 31, 2009 are as follows:

 

     Undistributed Net
Investment
Income/(Loss)
    Accumulated
Net Realized
Gain/(Loss)
   Paid-In
Capital
 

GROWTH FUNDS

       

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

   $ (368   $ 368    $   

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund

     1,309        145      (1,454

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund

     1,634             (1,634

VALUE FUNDS

       

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

   $ (205   $ 127    $ 78   

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

     (41     41        

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

                   

Harbor Small Company Value Fund

                   

The tax composition of distributions are as follows:

 

     As of October 31, 2008    As of October 31, 2009
     Ordinary
Income
   Long-Term
Captial Gains
   Total    Ordinary
Income
   Long-Term
Captial Gains
   Total

GROWTH FUNDS

                 

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

   $ 27,526    $    $ 27,526    $ 35,256    $    $ 35,256

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund

     13,448      11,070      24,518               

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund

          93,123      93,123           10,130      10,130

VALUE FUNDS

                 

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

   $ 17,943    $ 108,944    $ 126,887    $ 4,036    $    $ 4,036

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

     1,955      1,890      3,845      1,437           1,437

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

     6,387      81,081      87,468      2,726      1,980      4,706

Harbor Small Company Value Fund

     97           97      40           40

As of October 31, 2009, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis are as follows:

 

     Undistributed
Ordinary
Income
   Undistributed
Long-Term
Capital Gains
   Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)
 

GROWTH FUNDS

        

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

   $ 20,633    $    $ 1,274,068   

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund

               46,417   

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund

               12,555   

VALUE FUNDS

        

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

   $ 660    $    $ (7,941

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

     511           (9,361

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

     2,348           30,835   

Harbor Small Company Value Fund

               (861

 

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NOTE 5—TAX INFORMATION—Continued

 

At October 31, 2009, the following Funds had capital loss carryforwards for federal tax purposes, which will reduce each Fund’s taxable income arising from future net realized gain on investments, if any, to the extent permitted by the Internal Revenue Code, and thus will reduce the amount of the distribution to shareholders which would otherwise be necessary to relieve each Fund of any liability for federal tax. Pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code, such capital loss carryforwards will expire as listed below:

 

     Capital Loss Carryforwards to Expire In:
     2010    2011    2016    2017    Total

GROWTH FUNDS

              

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

   $ 1,111,167    $ 393,182    $ 546,780    $ 370,637    $ 2,421,766

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund

               68,631      136,940      205,571

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund*

     6,285                45,149      51,434

VALUE FUNDS

              

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

   $    $    $ 8,712    $ 46,165    $ 54,877

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

               4,351      8,828      13,179

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

                    127,992      127,992

Harbor Small Company Value Fund

               507      397      904

 

 

* As a result of the tax-free transfer of assets from the acquired fund, certain capital loss carryforwards listed above may be limited.

The identified cost for federal income tax purposes of investments owned by each Fund (including earned discount on corporate short-term notes and commercial paper) and their respective gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation at October 31, 2009 are as follows:

 

          Gross Unrealized     Net Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)
 
     Identified Cost    Appreciation    (Depreciation)    

GROWTH FUNDS

          

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund*

   $ 6,639,061    $ 1,388,609    $ (114,574   $ 1,274,035   

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund*

     419,976      67,492      (21,075     46,417   

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund*

     353,478      55,157      (42,602     12,555   

VALUE FUNDS

          

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund*

   $ 219,061    $ 11,536    $ (19,477   $ (7,941

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund*

     52,305      4,266      (13,577     (9,311

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund*

     628,853      128,162      (97,327     30,835   

Harbor Small Company Value Fund*

     12,981      559      (1,420     (861

 

 

* Capital loss carryforwards are available which may reduce taxable income from future net realized gain on investments.

NOTE 6—DERIVATIVES

ASC 815

The Funds have adopted FASB ASC 815, Derivatives and Hedging. ASC 815 requires qualitative disclosures about objectives and strategies for using derivatives, quantitative disclosures about fair value amounts of derivative instruments and disclosures about credit-risk related contingent features in derivative agreements. The disclosure requirements of ASC 815 distinguish between derivatives which are accounted for as “hedges” and those that do not qualify for such accounting. The Funds’ derivative holdings do not qualify for hedge accounting treatment and as such are recorded at fair value. The adoption of ASC 815 had no impact on the Funds’ net assets or results of operations.

As of October 31, 2009, there were no outstanding derivative positions in the Funds.

 

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NOTE 7—SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

 

ASC 855

Through December 17, 2009, the date the financial statements were available to be issued, no subsequent events or transactions had occurred that would have materially impacted the financial statements as of October 31, 2009 as presented herein.

 

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

 

To the Shareholders and Board of Trustees of

Harbor Funds

We have audited the accompanying statements of assets and liabilities of Harbor Funds (the Trust) (portfolios comprising of, respectively, Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund, Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund, Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund, Harbor Large Cap Value Fund, Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund, Harbor Small Cap Value Fund and Harbor Small Company Value Fund (formerly, Harbor SMID Value Fund)), including the portfolios of investments, as of October 31, 2009, and the related statements of operations for the year then ended, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein. These financial statements and financial highlights are the responsibility of the Trust’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements and financial highlights based on our audits.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements and financial highlights are free of material misstatement. We were not engaged to perform an audit of the Trust’s internal control over financial reporting. Our audits included consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Trust’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements and financial highlights, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of October 31, 2009, by correspondence with the custodian and brokers or by other appropriate auditing procedures where replies from brokers were not received. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

In our opinion, the financial statements and financial highlights referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of each of the respective portfolios constituting Harbor Funds at October 31, 2009, the results of their operations for the year then ended, the changes in their net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended, and financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.

LOGO

Boston, Massachusetts

December 17, 2009

 

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FEES AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE (Unaudited)

 

 

As a shareholder of a Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including redemption fees and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees, distribution and service (12b-1) fees, and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in a Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period May 1, 2009 through October 31, 2009.

Actual Expenses

The first line of the table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each share class. You may use the information in the respective class line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line of the respective class under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The second line of the table for each share class below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the respective Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the respective Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in a Fund to other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as redemption fees. Therefore, the second line of the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.

 

       Annualized
Expense Ratios
     Expenses Paid
During Period*
     Beginning Account
Value
(May 1, 2009)
     Ending Account
Value
(October 31, 2009)

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

                     

Institutional Class

     0.69%                 

Actual

          $3.82      $1,000.00      $ 1,196.68

Hypothetical (5% return)

          3.52      1,000.00        1,021.64

Administrative Class

     0.94%                 

Actual

          $5.20      $1,000.00      $ 1,194.69

Hypothetical (5% return)

          4.79      1,000.00        1,020.35

Investor Class

     1.06%                 

Actual

          $5.86      $1,000.00      $ 1,194.02

Hypothetical (5% return)

          5.40      1,000.00        1,019.73

Harbor Mid Cap Growth Fund

                     

Institutional Class

     0.90%                 

Actual

          $4.92      $1,000.00      $ 1,165.41

Hypothetical (5% return)

          4.58      1,000.00        1,020.55

Administrative Class

     1.15%                 

Actual

          $6.28      $1,000.00      $ 1,164.77

Hypothetical (5% return)

          5.85      1,000.00        1,019.26

Investor Class

     1.26%                 

Actual

          $6.87      $1,000.00      $ 1,162.21

Hypothetical (5% return)

            6.41      1,000.00        1,018.69

 

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FEES AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE—Continued

 

 

        Annualized
Expense Ratios
     Expenses Paid
During Period*
     Beginning Account
Value
(May 1, 2009)
     Ending Account
Value
(October 31, 2009)

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund

                     

Institutional Class

     0.88%                 

Actual

          $4.92      $1,000.00      $ 1,217.03

Hypothetical (5% return)

          4.48      1,000.00        1,020.66

Administrative Class

     1.13%                 

Actual

          $6.31      $1,000.00      $ 1,213.99

Hypothetical (5% return)

          5.75      1,000.00        1,019.37

Investor Class

     1.25%                 

Actual

          $6.97      $1,000.00      $ 1,214.18

Hypothetical (5% return)

          6.36      1,000.00        1,018.75

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

                     

Institutional Class

     0.71%                 

Actual

          $3.89      $1,000.00      $ 1,175.75

Hypothetical (5% return)

          3.62      1,000.00        1,021.54

Administrative Class

     0.96%                 

Actual

          $5.26      $1,000.00      $ 1,172.89

Hypothetical (5% return)

          4.89      1,000.00        1,020.24

Investor Class

     1.07%                 

Actual

          $5.86      $1,000.00      $ 1,174.53

Hypothetical (5% return)

          5.45      1,000.00        1,019.68

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

                     

Institutional Class

     0.98%                 

Actual

          $5.60      $1,000.00      $ 1,266.76

Hypothetical (5% return)

          4.99      1,000.00        1,020.14

Administrative Class

     1.23%                 

Actual

          $7.02      $1,000.00      $ 1,264.34

Hypothetical (5% return)

          6.26      1,000.00        1,018.85

Investor Class

     1.35%                 

Actual

          $7.71      $1,000.00      $ 1,269.99

Hypothetical (5% return)

          6.87      1,000.00        1,018.23

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

                     

Institutional Class

     0.87%                 

Actual

          $4.77      $1,000.00      $ 1,172.58

Hypothetical (5% return)

          4.43      1,000.00        1,020.71

Administrative Class

     1.12%                 

Actual

          $6.13      $1,000.00      $ 1,170.62

Hypothetical (5% return)

          5.70      1,000.00        1,019.42

Investor Class

     1.24%                 

Actual

          $6.78      $1,000.00      $ 1,169.86

Hypothetical (5% return)

            6.31      1,000.00        1,018.80

 

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FEES AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE—Continued

 

 

       Annualized
Expense Ratios
     Expenses Paid
During Period*
     Beginning Account
Value
(May 1, 2009)
     Ending Account
Value
(October 31, 2009)

Harbor Small Company Value Fund

                     

Institutional Class

     0.95%                 

Actual

          $ 4.90      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,343.73

Hypothetical (5% return)

            4.84        1,000.00        1,020.30

Administrative Class

     1.20%                 

Actual

          $ 6.43      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,342.04

Hypothetical (5% return)

            6.11        1,000.00        1,019.00

Investor Class

     1.32%                 

Actual

          $ 7.08      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,341.37

Hypothetical (5% return)

              6.72        1,000.00        1,018.38
* Expenses are equal to the Fund's annualized expense ratio, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 184/365 (to reflect the one-half year period).

 

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (Unaudited)

 

 

ADDITIONAL TAX INFORMATION

The Funds designate a portion of their distributions from investment company taxable income for the fiscal year as qualifying for the dividends received deduction for corporate shareholders.

 

     % of
Distribution
 

GROWTH FUNDS

  

Harbor Capital Appreciation Fund

   100

VALUE FUNDS

  

Harbor Large Cap Value Fund

   100

Harbor Mid Cap Value Fund

   100

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

   100

Harbor Small Company Value Fund

   100

Pursuant to Section 852 of the Internal Revenue Code, the Funds designate the following capital gain dividends for the year ended October 31, 2009:

 

     Amount
(000s)

GROWTH FUNDS

  

Harbor Small Cap Growth Fund

   10,131

VALUE FUNDS

  

Harbor Small Cap Value Fund

   1,980

For the fiscal year ended October 31, 2009, the Funds designate up to the maximum amount of such dividends allowable pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code, as qualified dividend income eligible for reduced tax rates. These lower rates range from 5% to 15% depending on an individual’s tax bracket. If the Funds pay a distribution during calendar year 2009, complete information will be reported in conjunction with Form 1099-DIV.

Shareholders who own a taxable Harbor Funds account and that received distributions from a Fund during calendar year 2009 will receive a Form 1099-DIV in January 2010 that will show the tax character of those distributions.

PROXY VOTING

The Funds have adopted Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures under which the Funds vote proxies relating to securities held by the Funds. In addition, the Funds file Form N-PX, with its complete proxy voting record for the 12 months ended June 30th, no later than August 31st of each year. A description of the Funds’ Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures and the Funds’ proxy voting record (Form N-PX) is available (i) without charge, upon request, by calling Harbor Funds toll-free at 800-422-1050; (ii) on the Funds website at www.harborfunds.com; and (iii) on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

HOUSEHOLDING

Harbor Funds has adopted a policy that allows it to send only one copy of a Fund’s prospectus, proxy material, annual report and semi-annual report to certain shareholders residing at the same household. This reduces Fund expenses, which benefits you and other shareholders. If you need additional copies or do not want your mailings to be “householded,” please call the Shareholder Servicing Agent at 800-422-1050. Individual copies will be sent within thirty (30) days after the Shareholder Servicing Agent receives your instructions. Your consent to householding is considered valid until revoked.

QUARTERLY PORTFOLIO DISCLOSURES

Each Fund files a complete portfolio of investments with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. The Funds’ Form N-Q is available (i) without charge, upon request, by calling Harbor Funds toll-free at 800-422-1050, (ii) on the Funds’ website at www.harborfunds.com, and (iii) on the SEC’s web site at www.sec.gov. The form may also be viewed and copied at the Commission’s Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. Information regarding the operations of the Public Reference Room may also be obtained by calling 800-SEC-0330.

 

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION—Continued

 

 

 

TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS

(As of December 2009)

The business and affairs of the Trust is managed by or under the direction of the Trustees, and they have all powers necessary or desirable to carry out that responsibility. The Trustees have full power and authority to take or refrain from taking any action and to execute any contracts and instruments that they may consider necessary or desirable in the management of the Trust. Any determination made by the Trustees in good faith as to what is in the best interests of the Trust shall be conclusive. Information pertaining to the Trustees and Officers of Harbor Funds is set forth below. Except as noted, the address of each Trustee and Officer is 111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4302.

 

Name (Age)
Position(s) with Fund
Address
  Term of
Office and
Length of
Time Served1
   Principal Occupation(s) During Past Five Years   Number of
Portfolios in
Fund Complex
Overseen by
Trustee
  Other Directorships
of Public Companies
Held by Trustee
INDEPENDENT TRUSTEES

Raymond J. Ball (65)

Trustee

    University of Chicago

    Graduate School of Business

    5807 South Woodlawn Avenue

    Chicago, IL 60637

  Since 2006    Sidney Davidson Professor of Accounting, University of Chicago Booth School of Business (2000-Present); Advisor, Sensory Networks (computer security firm) (2001-Present); Academic Affiliate, Analysis Group (litigation consulting firm) (2000-Present); and Professor, European Institute of Advanced Studies in Management (1998-Present).   27   None

Howard P. Colhoun (74)

Trustee

    14114 Mantua Mill Road

    Glyndon, MD 21071

  Since 1986    Retired. General Partner, Emerging Growth Partners, L.P. (investing in small companies) (1982-1997); Director, Storage U.S.A. (1994-2002); and Vice President and Director of Mutual Funds, T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. (prior to 1982).   27   None

John P. Gould (70)

Trustee

    University of Chicago

    Graduate School of Business

    5807 South Woodlawn Avenue

    Chicago, IL 60637

  Since 1994    Steven G. Rothmeier Professor (1996-Present) and Distinguished Service Professor of Economics, University of Chicago Booth School of Business (1984-Present, on faculty since 1965); Trustee of Milwaukee Insurance (1997-Present); Director of Unext.com (Internet based education company) (1999-2006); and Principal and Executive Vice President of Lexecon Inc. (economics consulting firm) (1994-2004).   27  

Independent Trustee of Dimensional Fund Advisors family of mutual funds

(1986-Present).

Rodger F. Smith (68)

Trustee

    6 High Ridge Park

    Stamford, CT 06905

  Since 1987    Managing Director, Greenwich Associates (a research based consulting firm) (1976-Present); Director of Arlington Capital Management (CI) Limited (investment advisory firm) (1992-Present); and Chair of Trust Advisory Committee of Tau Beta Pi Association (engineering honor society) (1985-Present).   27   None
INTERESTED TRUSTEE

David G. Van Hooser (63)*

Chairman, Trustee and
President

  Since 2000    President (2002-Present), Director and Chairman of the Board (2000-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Chief Executive Officer (2007-Present), President (2003-2007) and Director (2000-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.; and Director, Harbor Services Group, Inc. (2000-Present).   27   None

 

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION—Continued

 

 

Name (Age)
Position(s) with Fund
Address
  Term of
Office and
Length of
Time Served1
   Principal Occupation(s) During Past Five Years
FUND OFFICERS**

Charles F. McCain (40)

Chief Compliance Officer

  Since 2004    Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer (2004-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Director (2007-Present) and Chief Compliance Officer (2004-Present) Harbor Services Group, Inc.; Director, Executive Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer (2007-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors Inc.; and Junior Partner, Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (law firm) (1996-2004).

Anmarie S. Kolinski (38)

Treasurer

  Since 2007    Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (2007-Present), Vice President – Internal Audit (2005-2007), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Chief Financial Officer (2007-Present), Harbor Services Group, Inc., and Audit Senior Manager (2002-2005), Ernst & Young LLP.

Erik D. Ojala (34)

Vice President and Secretary

  Since 2007    Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel (2007-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Vice President and Assistant General Counsel (2003-2007), Corporate Secretary (2006-2007) and Compliance Officer (2003-2004), Ariel Investments, LLC; and Vice President and Secretary (2003-2007), Ariel Investment Trust (mutual funds).

Brian L. Collins (41)

Vice President

  Since 2005    Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer (2004-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; and Director, U.S. Investment Management Research (1998-2004), Mercer Investment Consulting, Inc.

Charles P. Ragusa (50)

Vice President

  Since 2007    Executive Vice President (2007-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; President (2007-Present), Harbor Services Group, Inc.; Executive Vice President (2007-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.; Vice President, Mutual Fund Operations (2005-2007) Boston Financial Data Services, Inc.; and Senior Vice President (2002-2005), IXIS Asset Management Services Co.

Jodie L. Crotteau (37)

Assistant Secretary

  Since 2005    Vice President, Secretary and Compliance Director (2007-Present), Assistant Secretary (2005-2007), Compliance Manager (2005-2006), and Regulatory Compliance Specialist (2004-2005), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Assistant Secretary (2005-Present), Harbor Services Group, Inc.; and Assistant Secretary (2007-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.

Susan A. DeRoche (57)

Assistant Secretary

    33 Arch Street
    Suite 2001

    Boston, MA 02110

  Since 2006    Vice President and Compliance Director (2007-Present), Assistant Secretary (2006-Present) and Compliance Manager (2006), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Secretary (2007-Present) Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.; and Securities Specialist (1981-2006), Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (law firm).

 

 

 

1 Each Trustee serves for an indefinite term, until his successor is elected. Each officer is elected annually.
* Mr. Van Hooser is deemed an “Interested Trustee” due to his affiliation with the Adviser and Distributor of Harbor Funds.
** Officers of the Funds are “interested persons” as defined in the Investment Company Act.

(This document must be preceded or accompanied by a Prospectus.)

 

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Harbor’s Privacy Statement

 

 

The following privacy statement is issued by Harbor Funds and each series of Harbor Funds and its affiliates, Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc., Harbor Services Group, Inc. and Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc. These measures reflect our commitment to maintaining the privacy of your confidential information. We appreciate the confidence you have shown by entrusting us with your assets.

 

 

Personal Information

 

It is our policy to respect the privacy of current and former shareholders and to protect personal information entrusted to us. We do not sell your personal information to anyone.

In the course of providing products and services, we collect non-public personal information about you from the following sources: applications, forms, our website (including any information captured through our use of “cookies”) and transactions with us, our affiliates or other parties.

The non-public personal information collected may include name, address, e-mail address, telephone/fax numbers, account number, social security or taxpayer identification number, investment activity, and bank account information.

When you visit our website, we may collect technical and navigational information, such as computer browser type, Internet protocol address, pages visited and average time spent on our website. We may use this information to alert you to software compatibility issues, or to improve our web design and functionality. We use “cookies” and similar files that may be placed on your hard drive for security purposes, to facilitate site navigation and to personalize the appearance of our site.

 

 

Information Sharing

 

We occasionally disclose non-public personal information about our current or former shareholders with affiliated and non-affiliated parties, as permitted or required by law or regulation. In the normal course of servicing our shareholders, information we collect may be shared with non-affiliated companies that perform support services on our behalf or to other firms that assist us in providing you with products and services, such as custodians, transfer agents, broker-dealers and marketing service firms, as well as with other financial institutions. These companies may not use the information for any other purpose. We may also share information with affiliates that are engaged in a variety of financial services in order to better service your account(s).

When information is shared with third parties, they are not permitted to use the information for any purpose other than to assist our servicing of your account(s) or as permitted by law.

If you close your account(s) or if we lose contact with you, we will continue to share information in accordance with our current privacy policy and practices.

 

 

Access to Information

 

Access to non-public personal information is limited to employees, agents or other parties who need to know that information to perform their jobs, such as servicing your account(s), resolving problems or informing you of new products or services.

 

 

Security

 

We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards to protect your non-public personal information.

For customers accessing information through our website, various forms of Internet security, such as data encryption firewall barriers, user names and passwords, and other tools are used. For additional information regarding our security measures, visit the terms and conditions of use on our website at www.harborfunds.com.

 

We recommend that you read and retain this notice for your personal files

 

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Glossary

 

 

Russell 1000® Growth Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for larger capitalization growth stocks. Measures the performance of those Russell 1000® companies with higher price-to-book ratios and higher forecasted growth value.

Standard & Poor’s 500 Stock Index (S&P 500)—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. stock market.

Russell Midcap® Growth Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for medium capitalization growth stocks.

Russell 2000® Growth Index—An unmanaged index representing the smallest 2000 stocks with the highest price-to-book ratio and future earnings according to the Frank Russell Company.

Russell 1000® Value Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for larger capitalization value stocks.

Russell Midcap® Value Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for medium capitalization value stocks.

Russell 2000® Value Index—An unmanaged index representing the smallest 2000 stocks with the lowest price-to-book ratio and future earnings according to the Frank Russell Company.

MSCI EAFE Index (Morgan Stanley Capital International—Europe, Australasia, Far East)—An unmanaged index generally representative of major overseas stock markets that is designed to measure developed market equity performance, excluding the U.S. and Canada.

MSCI EAFE Growth Index (Morgan Stanley Capital International—Europe, Australasia, Far East Growth)—An unmanaged index generally representative of growth stocks within the major overseas stock markets.

MSCI (Morgan Stanley Capital International) World Index—A free float-adjusted market capitalization index that is designed to measure global developed market equity performance.

BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield Index—An unmanaged index that tracks the performance of below investment grade U.S. dollar-denominated corporate bonds publicly issued in the U.S. domestic market.

Barclays Capital Aggregate (U.S.) Bond Index—An unmanaged index of investment-grade fixed-rate debt issues with maturities of at least one year.

Barclays Capital U.S. TIPS Index—An unmanaged market index comprised of all U.S. Treasury Inflation Protected Securities rated investment grade (Baa3 or better), having at least one year to final maturity, and at least $250 million par amount outstanding.

BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year US Treasury Index—An unmanaged index consisting of all public U.S. Treasury obligations having maturities from 1 to 2.99 years and reflects total return.

BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month Treasury Bills—90-day Treasury Bills are debt obligations issued by the U.S. government with a maturity of 90 days.

12b-1 Fee—A mutual fund fee, named for the SEC rule that permits it, used to pay for broker-dealer compensation and other distribution costs. If a fund has a 12b-1 fee, it will be disclosed in the fee table of a fund’s prospectus.

ADR—ADR after the name of a foreign holding stands for American Depositary Receipts representing ownership of foreign securities. ADRs are issued by U.S. banking institutions.

Average Market Capitalization—The average market capitalization of a fund’s equity portfolio gives you a measure of the size of the companies in which the fund invests. Market capitalization is calculated by multiplying the number of a company’s shares outstanding by its price per share.

Average Weighted Coupon—A calculation from a fund’s portfolio by weighting the coupon of each bond by its relative size in the portfolio.

Beta—A measure of market-related risk. The beta of every index is 1.00, no matter how volatile the index is. A beta less than one means the portfolio is less volatile than the index. A beta higher than one indicates more volatility than the index.

Bottom-Up Equity Management Style—A management style that de-emphasizes the significance of economic and market cycles, focusing instead on the analysis of individual stocks.

 

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Glossary—Continued

 

 

Capital Gains Distribution—Profits distributed to shareholders resulting from the sale of securities held in the fund’s portfolio.

Credit Risk—The possibility that a bond issuer may not be able to pay interest and repay its debt.

CUSIP Number—Identification number assigned to every stock, corporate bond and municipal bond by the Committee on Uniform Securities Identification Procedures (CUSIP), which is established by the American Bankers Association.

Diversification—The practice of investing broadly across securities of a number of issuers to reduce risk.

Duration—A common gauge of the price sensitivity of a fixed income asset or portfolio to a change in interest rates.

Emerging Markets—Emerging markets are countries with relatively young stock and bond markets. Examples include Brazil and Thailand. Typically, emerging-markets investments have the potential for losses and gains larger than those of developed-market investments.

Expense Ratio—The fund’s total annual operating expenses (including management fees, distribution (12b-1) fees and other expenses) expressed as a percentage of average net assets.

Family of Funds—A group of mutual funds, each typically with its own investment objective, managed and distributed by the same company.

GDR—GDR after the name of a holding stands for Global Depositary Receipt representing ownership of foreign securities. GDRs are issued by either U.S. or non-U.S. banking organizations.

Inception Date—The date on which the fund commenced operations.

Investment Objective—The goal that an investor and mutual fund pursue together (e.g., current income, long-term capital growth, etc.)

Median Market Cap—An indicator of the size of companies in which a fund invests; the midpoint of market capitalization (market price x shares outstanding) of a fund’s stocks, weighted by the proportion of the fund’s assets invested in each stock. Stocks representing half of the fund’s assets have market capitalizations above the median, and the rest are below it.

Net Asset Value (NAV)—The per share value of a mutual fund, determined by subtracting the fund’s liabilities from its assets and dividing by the number of shares outstanding. Mutual funds calculate their NAVs at least once each business day.

No-load Fund—A mutual fund whose shares are sold without a sales commission and without a 12b-1 fee of more than .25 percent per year. Harbor funds are no-load.

Open-End Investment Company—The legal name for a mutual fund, indicating that it stands ready to redeem (buy back) its shares from investors on any business day. Harbor Funds is an open-end investment company.

Operating Expenses—Business costs paid from a fund’s assets before earnings are distributed to shareholders. These include management fees and 12b-1 fees and other expenses.

Portfolio Manager—A specialist employed by a mutual fund’s adviser to invest the fund’s assets in accordance with predetermined investment objectives.

Portfolio Turnover—A measure of the trading activity in a fund’s investment portfolio (how often securities are bought and sold by a fund). An indication of a fund’s trading activity. Funds with high turnover rates incur higher transaction costs and may be more likely to distribute capital gains (which may be taxable to investors).

Price to Book Ratio (P/B)—A ratio used to compare a stock’s market value to its book value. It is calculated by dividing the current closing price of the stock by the latest quarter’s book value. For a fund, the weighted average price/book ratio of the stocks it holds.

Price to Earnings Ratio (P/E)—The ratio of a stock’s current price to its per-share earnings over the past year. For a fund, the weighted average P/E of the stocks it holds. P/E is an indicator of market expectations about corporate prospects; the higher the P/E, the greater the market expectations are for a company’s future growth.

Prospectus—The official document that describes a mutual fund to prospective investors. The prospectus contains information required by the SEC, such as investment objectives and policies, risks, services and fees.

 

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R-Squared—R-Squared is the measure of correlation between a fund and the market (benchmark). It is calculated by regressing the fund against an appropriate index over time. Values range between 0 and 1. The higher the value of R-Square, the greater the correlation between the two. R-Squared is calculated over the last 36 months. An R-squared of 1 means that all movements of a fund are completely explained by movements in the index. Conversely, a low R-squared indicates that very few of the fund’s movements are explained by movements in its benchmark index. An R-squared measure of 0.35, for example, means that only 35% of the fund’s movements can be explained by movements in its benchmark index. Therefore, R-squared can be used to ascertain the significance of a particular beta or alpha. Generally, a higher R-squared will indicate a more useful beta figure. If the R-squared is lower, then the beta is less relevant to the fund’s performance.

Record Date—The date on which a shareholder must officially own shares in order to be entitled to a dividend.

Redemption Fee—Fee charged to shareholders by a mutual fund when they sell shares within a specified period after purchase. The time limit and size of fee vary among funds. The fee is paid to the fund, not the fund’s investment adviser. Its purpose is to protect long-term investors from the impact of short-term traders.

REITs (Real Estate Investment Trust)—REITs invest in real estate or loans secured by real estate and issue shares in such investments. A REIT is similar to a closed-end mutual fund.

Repurchase Agreement (Repo)—A form of short-term borrowing for dealers in government securities. The dealer sells the government securities to investors, usually on an overnight basis, and buys them back the following day. For the party selling the security (and agreeing to repurchase it in the future), it is a repo. For the party on the other end of the transaction (buying the security and agreeing to sell back in the future), it is a reverse repurchase agreement.

Risk/Reward (or Return)—The relationship between the degree of risk associated with an investment and its return potential. Typically, the higher the potential return of an investment, the greater the risk.

Statement of Additional Information (SAI)—The supplementary document to a prospectus that contains more detailed information about a mutual fund; also known as “Part B” of a fund’s registration statement.

TBAs—A term used to describe a forward mortgage-backed securities trade. Pass-through securities issued by Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae and Ginnie Mae trade in the TBA market. The term TBA is derived from the fact that the actual mortgage-backed security that will be delivered to fulfill a TBA trade is not designated at the time the trade is made. The securities are “to be announced” 48 hours prior to the established trade settlement date.

TIPS—Treasury inflation-protected securities (TIPS) are securities in which the principal amount is adjusted for inflation and interest payments are applied to the inflation-adjusted principal.

Top-Down Equity Management Style—Investment style that begins with an assessment of the overall economic environment and makes a general asset allocation decision regarding various sectors of the financial markets and various industries.

Total Return—Return on an investment over a specified period, including price appreciation (or depreciation) plus any income, expressed as an average annual compound of return.

Yield to Maturity—The term used to describe the rate of return an investor will receive if a long-term, interest-bearing security, such as a bond, is held to its maturity date. Yield to maturity is greater than the coupon rate if the bond is selling at a discount and less than the coupon rate if it is selling at a premium.

Weighted Average Credit Quality—Average credit quality gives a snapshot of the portfolio’s overall credit quality. It is an average of each bond’s credit rating, adjusted for its relative weighting in the portfolio. U.S. government bonds carry the highest credit rating, while bonds issued by speculative or bankrupt companies usually carry the lowest credit ratings. Anything at or below BB is considered a high-yield or “junk” bond.

Weighted Average Duration—Duration is a time measure of a bond’s interest-rate sensitivity, based on the weighted average of the time periods over which a bond’s cash flows accrue to the bondholder. Time periods are weighted by multiplying by the present value of its cash flow divided by the bond’s price. (A bond’s cash flows consist of coupon payments and repayment of capital.) A bond’s duration will almost always be shorter than its maturity, with the exception of zero-coupon bonds, for which maturity and duration are equal.

Weighted Average Maturity—The average length of time until principal must be repaid for all bonds in a mutual fund portfolio on a dollar weighted basis.

Yield—A measure of net income (dividends and interest) earned by the securities in the fund’s portfolio less fund expenses during a specified period. A fund’s yield is expressed as a percentage of the maximum offering price per share on a specified date.

 

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Trustees & Officers

David G. Van Hooser

Chairman, President & Trustee

Raymond J. Ball

Trustee

Howard P. Colhoun

Trustee

John P. Gould

Trustee

Rodger F. Smith

Trustee

Charles F. McCain

Chief Compliance Officer

Anmarie S. Kolinski

Treasurer

Erik D. Ojala

Vice President & Secretary

Brian L. Collins

Vice President

Charles P. Ragusa

Vice President

Jodie L. Crotteau

Assistant Secretary

Susan A. DeRoche

Assistant Secretary

 

Investment Adviser

Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.

111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor

Chicago, IL 60606-4302

Distributor & Principal Underwriter

Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.

111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor

Chicago, IL 60606-4302

312-443-4400

Shareholder Servicing Agent

Harbor Services Group, Inc.

P.O. Box 804660

Chicago, IL 60680-4108

800-422-1050

Custodian

State Street Bank & Trust Company

225 Franklin Street

Boston, MA 02110

Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Ernst & Young LLP

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Boston, MA 02116

 

12/2009/251,000   FD.AR.EF.1009


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Annual Report

October 31, 2009

International & Global Funds

 

International Equity Funds

Harbor International Fund

Harbor International Growth Fund

Global Equity Funds

Harbor Global Value Fund

Harbor Global Growth Fund


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Annual Report Overview

     1

Letter from the Chairman

     2

International & Global Funds

    

HARBOR INTERNATIONAL FUND

    

Managers’ Commentary

     4

Fund Summary

     6

Fund Performance Summary

     7

Portfolio of Investments

     8

HARBOR INTERNATIONAL GROWTH FUND

    

Manager’s Commentary

     12

Fund Summary

     14

Fund Performance Summary

     15

Portfolio of Investments

     16

HARBOR GLOBAL VALUE FUND

    

Managers’ Commentary

     18

Fund Summary

     20

Fund Performance Summary

     21

Portfolio of Investments

     22

HARBOR GLOBAL GROWTH FUND

    

Managers’ Commentary

     24

Fund Summary

     26

Fund Performance Summary

     27

Portfolio of Investments

     28

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

     30

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

     31

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

     32

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

     36

Notes to Financial Statements

     40

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

     49

Fees and Expense Example

     50

Additional Information

    

ADDITIONAL TAX INFORMATION

     52

PROXY VOTING

     52

HOUSEHOLDING

     52

QUARTERLY PORTFOLIO DISCLOSURES

     52

TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS

     53

Harbor’s Privacy Statement

     55

Glossary

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Harbor International & Global Funds

ANNUAL REPORT OVERVIEW

 

 

Harbor Funds’ fiscal year ended October 31, 2009. The performance figures for each of the Funds assume the reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, but do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of shares of the Funds. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice. For information on the different share classes, please refer to the current prospectus. The unmanaged indices do not reflect fees and expenses and are not available for direct investment.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

     Total Return
Year Ended October 31, 2009
 
     Institutional
Class
    Administrative
Class
    Investor
Class
 

INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS

      

Harbor International Fund

   28.85   28.51   28.36

Harbor International Growth Fund

   29.90      29.59      29.38   

GLOBAL EQUITY FUNDS

      

Harbor Global Value Fund

   28.24      28.04      27.57   

Harbor Global Growth Fund

   56.10 c    55.90 c    55.70 c 

 

COMMONLY USED MARKET INDICES    Total Return
Year Ended
October 31, 2009
 

Morgan Stanley Capital International Europe, Australasia, and Far East (MSCI EAFE); international equity

   27.71

Morgan Stanley Capital International Europe, Australasia, and Far East Value (MSCI EAFE Value); international equity

   32.00   

Morgan Stanley Capital International Europe, Australasia, and Far East Growth (MSCI EAFE Growth); international equity

   23.56   

Morgan Stanley Capital International Emerging Markets (MSCI EM); emerging markets equity

   64.13   

Morgan Stanley Capital International World (MSCI World); global equity

   18.42   

Morgan Stanley Capital International All Country World (MSCI ACWI); global equity

   22.65   

 

       EXPENSE RATIOS1     Morningstar
Average2

(Unaudited)
 
       2005        2006      2007        2008        2009    

INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS

                        

Harbor International Fund

                        

Institutional Class

     0.87      0.85    0.81      0.79      0.83   1.14

Administrative Class

     1.12         1.10       1.06         1.04         1.09      1.51   

Investor Class

     1.30         1.24       1.19         1.16         1.20      1.55   

Harbor International Growth Fund

                        

Institutional Class

     1.00      0.98    0.88      0.89      0.91   1.17

Administrative Class

     1.24         1.23       1.12         1.14         1.16      1.50   

Investor Class

     1.39         1.37       1.25         1.26         1.27      1.52   

GLOBAL EQUITY FUNDS

                        

Harbor Global Value Fund3

                        

Institutional Class

     N/A         1.00 %a,b     1.00      1.00      1.00   1.14

Administrative Class

     N/A         1.25 a,b     1.25         1.25         1.25      1.46   

Investor Class

     N/A         1.38 a,b     1.38         1.37         1.37      1.50   

Harbor Global Growth Fund4

                        

Institutional Class

     N/A         N/A       N/A         N/A         1.00 %a,c    1.14

Administrative Class

     N/A         N/A       N/A         N/A         1.25 a,c    1.46   

Investor Class

     N/A         N/A       N/A         N/A         1.37 a,c    1.50   

 

 

1 Harbor Funds’ expense ratios are for operating expenses only and are shown net of all expense offsets, waivers and reimbursements. (see Financial Highlights).
2 Institutional Class comparison includes all actively managed no-load funds with 12b-1 fees less than or equal to 0.25% in the October 31, 2009 Morningstar Universe with the same investment style as the comparable Harbor Funds’ Portfolio. Administrative and Investor Class comparisons includes all actively managed no-load funds with 12b-1 fees less than or equal to 0.25% in the October 31, 2009 Morningstar Universe, excluding the Institutional Share Class Funds, with the same investment style as the comparable Harbor Funds’ portfolio.
3 Commenced operations August 7, 2006.
4 Commenced operations March 1, 2009.
a Annualized.
b For the period August 7, 2006 (inception) through October 31, 2006.
c For the period March 1, 2009 (inception) through October 31, 2009.

 

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Letter from the Chairman

 

 

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David G. Van Hooser

Chairman

 

Dear Fellow Shareholder:

The fiscal year ended October 31, 2009 was one of the most remarkable years in history for the financial markets. As the fiscal year began, equity markets around the world were experiencing declines similar to those in the domestic equity markets, which were the worst such declines in over 70 years. Credit markets had very limited liquidity and many investors were seeking the safety of U.S. Treasury securities. In the U.S., the financial crisis broadened into an economic crisis with a decline in domestic spending and consumer confidence and an increase in unemployment. These conditions were not confined to the U.S. Almost every market and economy in the world was experiencing a similar or related crisis.

The financial and economic environment had a severe impact on international equity markets early in fiscal 2009. The MSCI EAFE Index of stocks in developed overseas markets was down 25.82% from the end of fiscal 2008 (October 31, 2008) to March 9, 2009. Then, when many prognosticators thought the equity markets could only get worse, equity markets around the world staged a stunning recovery as investors began to focus on early indications suggesting that financial and economic conditions were starting to improve. The MSCI EAFE Index rose 72.17% from March 9 to October 31 to finish up 27.71% (in U.S. dollars) for fiscal 2009.

For U.S. investors, international returns as measured by the MSCI EAFE Index were aided by almost 1,400 basis points due to the weaker U.S. dollar in fiscal 2009. (A basis point is one-hundredth of one percent.) Emerging markets staged a robust recovery, with the MSCI Emerging Markets Index posting a gain of 64.13%.

Harbor International and Global Equity Funds

All four of the Harbor international and global equity funds posted strong returns and outperformed their respective benchmarks, either for the fiscal year or, in the case of the Harbor Global Growth Fund, for the eight months from its inception through the end of the fiscal year. The Harbor International Fund returned 28.85% and exceeded the return of its MSCI EAFE Index by 114 basis points, or 1.14 percentage points. The Harbor International Growth Fund returned 29.90%, outperforming its MSCI EAFE Growth Index benchmark by 634 basis points for the fiscal year. The Harbor Global Value Fund returned 28.24%, thereby outdistancing its MSCI World Index benchmark return by 982 basis points. As for the Harbor Global Growth Fund, it returned 56.10% from its inception on March 1 through March 31, 2009, while its MSCI All Country World Index benchmark returned 53.54%.

 

       Average Annual Returns  
Harbor International and Global Equity Funds      Periods Ended October 31, 2009  
              Annualized  

International Funds

     1 Year      5 years      10 years  

Harbor International Fund (Institutional Class)

     28.85    9.74    7.69

MSCI EAFE

     27.71    5.10    2.04

Harbor International Growth Fund (Institutional Class)

     29.90    5.39    -3.44

MSCI EAFE Growth

     23.56    5.03    0.02

Global Funds

                      

Harbor Global Value Fund (Institutional Class)

     28.24    N/A       N/A   

MSCI World

     18.42    N/A       N/A   

Harbor Global Growth Fund (Institutional Class)

     N/A       N/A       N/A   

MSCI All Country World

     N/A       N/A       N/A   

Note: The Harbor Global Growth Fund started on March 1, 2009. Performance since March 1, 2009 through October 31, 2009 was 56.10% (Institutional Class) compared to a return of 53.54% for the MSCI All Country World Index for the same period.

As always, we would encourage investors to maintain a long-term focus in evaluating their portfolios. Comments by the portfolio managers of each international and global equity fund can be found in the pages preceding the respective Fund’s portfolio of investments.

Domestic, Commodity and Fixed Income Markets

The domestic equity market, which generally declined from the start of the fiscal year until March 9, 2009, recovered in the balance of the fiscal 2009. As measured by the Wilshire 5000 Total Market Index, the domestic equity market was up 11.32% for fiscal 2009.

 

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Commodity prices began the year on a downward trend but later recovered as the global economic outlook showed signs of improvement. The Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total Return was virtually unchanged for the fiscal year.

The broad based U.S. investment-grade bond market, as measured by the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Index, was up 13.79% as investors became more comfortable with riskier fixed income investments during the fiscal year. The high-yield bond market, down by more than 25% in the prior fiscal year, was the best overall performing fixed income asset class, with a return of more than 48% in fiscal 2009. The yield of the 10-Year Treasury Note was 3.39% on October 31, 2009, down from 3.97% at the end of fiscal 2008. Money market yields were only a few basis points at fiscal year end as the Federal Reserve in December 2008 reduced the federal funds target rate to a range of 0% to 0.25%.

Returns of various market indices are shown in the table below.

 

       RETURNS FOR PERIODS ENDED OCTOBER 31, 2009  
              Annualized  

International & Global

     1 Year      5 Years      10 Years      30 Years  

MSCI EAFE (foreign stocks)

     27.71    5.10    2.04    9.75

MSCI World (global stocks)

     18.42       2.64       0.23       9.69   

MSCI Emerging Markets

     64.13       16.78       11.16       N/A   

Domestic Equities

                             

Dow Jones Wilshire 5000 (entire U.S. stock market)

     11.34       1.06       0.06       11.05   

S&P 500 (large cap stocks)

     9.80       0.33       -0.95       11.20   

Russell Midcap® (mid cap stocks)

     18.75       2.40       5.09       12.65   

Russell 2000® (small cap stocks)

     6.46       0.59       4.11       10.52   

Russell 3000® Growth

     17.04       1.26       -3.14       9.91   

Russell 3000® Value

     4.56       -0.05       2.11       11.79   

Strategic Markets

                             

Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM

     0.10       -0.39       7.10       N/A   

Fixed Income

                             

BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield (high-yield bonds)

     48.79       6.02       6.28       N/A   

Barclays Capital Aggregate (domestic bonds)

     13.79       5.05       6.31       8.91   

BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month Treasury Bill (proxy for money market returns)

     0.30       3.09       3.07       6.11   

Investing for the Long Term

The dramatic market declines in late fiscal 2008 and early fiscal 2009, followed by the sharp increase in the markets since March 2009, caused even the most experienced investors to reconsider the level of risk they are willing to accept. Investing in equity and debt markets involves taking risks. Markets are uncertain and no one can predict consistently how the equity and debt markets will perform in the shorter term.

Over the years, experienced investors have learned that a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, and cash in an asset allocation that is consistent with their investment objectives and risk tolerance can be helpful in managing the risk and uncertainty of the markets.

Harbor Funds offers a range of domestic and international equity, strategic markets, and fixed income funds to help investors create an asset allocation plan to help each investor achieve their investment objectives.

Thank you for your investment in Harbor Funds.

December 17, 2009

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David G. Van Hooser

Chairman

 

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Harbor International Fund

MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

 

SUBADVISERS

Northern Cross Investments Ltd

Clarendon House

2 Church Street

Hamilton, Bermuda HMDX

Northern Cross, LLC

125 Summer Street

Suite 1410

Boston, MA 02110

PORTFOLIO MANAGERS

Hakan Castegren Northern Cross Investments Ltd

Since 1987

Northern Cross Investments Ltd has subadvised the Fund

since its inception in 1987.

Howard Appleby Northern Cross, LLC

Since 2009

Jean-Francois Ducrest Northern Cross, LLC

Since 2009

James LaTorre Northern Cross, LLC

Since 2009

Edward E. Wendell, Jr. Northern Cross, LLC

Since 2009

Northern Cross, LLC has subadvised the Fund since February 12, 2009.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Long-term total return, principally from growth of capital.

PRINCIPAL STYLE CHARACTERISTICS

International large cap value oriented stocks.

 

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Hakan Castegren

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Howard Appleby

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Jean-Francois Ducrest

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James LaTorre

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Edward E. Wendell, Jr.

 

Management’s Discussion of Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

Signs of an improving economic climate provided a favorable environment for international equities in the fiscal year ended October 31, 2009. The MSCI EAFE Index of stocks in developed overseas markets returned 27.71% (all returns cited are in U.S. dollar terms). By comparison, U.S. stocks, as measured by the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index, rose 9.80%. For U.S.-based investors, returns of foreign equities were bolstered by a weakening U.S. dollar, which augmented the performance of the EAFE Index by almost 14 percentage points. Markets experienced considerable volatility, as the EAFE index actually declined by 25% from the beginning of the fiscal year to early March 2009 before mounting a strong rally.

Value stocks outperformed growth, with the EAFE Value Index up 32.00% compared with an increase of 23.56% for the EAFE Growth Index. Emerging markets turned in a strong performance, with the MSCI Emerging Markets Index posting a gain of 64.13%.

The advance in stock prices encompassed a wide variety of industries, as all 10 of the economic sectors in the EAFE Index posted positive returns. Materials, industrials and financial, all up by more than 30%, were the best-performing sectors. Health care, up 13%, and utilities, up 6%, were the only sectors to post returns under 20%. The best-performing countries in the index were Sweden, Hong Kong, and Singapore, all of which were up by more than 60%. The three largest country components of the EAFE benchmark, representing over half of the index on a weighted-average basis, were Japan, the United Kingdom, and France. Japan, up 14%, was the weakest-performing country component in the index, while the United Kingdom and France closely tracked the index return.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor International Fund returned 28.85% (Institutional Class), 28.51% (Administrative Class), and 28.36% (Investor Class) for the 12 months ended October 31, 2009, compared with the 27.71% return for its MSCI EAFE Index benchmark. From a longer-term perspective, the Fund continued to outperform the benchmark for the latest five-year and 10-year periods.

Stock selection was the most important contributor to Fund performance as the portfolio outpaced the index in 8 of the 10 economic sectors. Investments in materials, industrials, and energy names were major contributors to the Fund’s returns, both on an absolute basis and relative to the benchmark. The Fund outperformed the index and had a larger-than-index position in each of those sectors.

Leading contributors in the materials sector included BHP Billiton PLC, headquartered in the United Kingdom, up 59%, Xstrata PLC, based in the United Kingdom, up 114%, Cameco Corp. in Canada, up 68%, and Cia Vale do Rio Doce in Brazil, up 89%. Top contributors in the industrials sector included Sweden-based Atlas Copco AB, up 77%, and Swiss-headquartered ABB Ltd., up 51%. Among the Fund’s energy holdings, Petroleo

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY—Continued

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

Petroleo Brasileiro SA

  3.7%

ABB Ltd.

  2.5%

BNP Paribas

  2.5%

Banco Bradesco SA

  2.5%

Atlas Copco Ab

  2.3%

Novo Nordisk A/S

  2.2%

Itau Unibanco Holding SA

  2.2%

Nestle SA-(SWS)

  2.2%

Linde AG

  2.1%

AXA SA

  2.1%

 

Brasileiro, the Brazilian integrated oil and gas company, was up 95% and was the top individual contributor in the portfolio. Commercial banking companies also were among the Fund’s major contributors, led by Brazil’s Itau Unibanco Banco Multiplo SA, up 90%, and Banco Bradesco, up 68%, as well as Standard Chartered PLC in the United Kingdom, up 72%.

Several Japanese companies were among the biggest detractors from Fund performance, including financial names Orix Corp., down 81%, and Nomura Holdings, off 53%, Canon, Inc., in the information technology sector, off 33%, and Japan Tobacco Inc., a consumer staples name, down 19% All except Japan Tobacco were eliminated from the portfolio. Several European financial services companies also detracted from performance, including Banco Santander in Spain, down 38%; Germany’s Commerzbank AG, down 66%; Lloyd’s Banking Group PLC in the United Kingdom, off 40%; and Societe Generale in France, down 32%. All but Lloyd’s were eliminated from the portfolio.

From a country-level perspective, investments in Brazil, up 85%, France, up 37%, and the United Kingdom, up 31%, made the biggest contributions to Fund returns. Although it is not a constituent of the EAFE Index, Brazil represented a 10% average weight in the portfolio. Relative to the index, the Fund had an overweighted exposure in France and an underweighted position in the UK. Portfolio holdings in Japan, down 14%, were a major detractor from performance, as the Fund’s investments there trailed those in the index. Japanese investments represented about 7% of the portfolio versus 24% of the index.

Sector selection was not a significant factor in Fund performance relative to the benchmark. The largest contributors from sector selection were an above-index position in materials, which was the best-performing sector, and an underweighted position in utilities, which was the weakest. A slight underweight in financials, one of the better-performing sectors, was the largest detractor resulting from sector selection.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

Compared with the EAFE index, the largest overweighted positions in the portfolio as of October 31, 2009, were in the materials, energy, and industrials sectors. The most significant underweights relative to the index were in utilities, health care, and financials. From a country-level perspective, the largest overweights in the portfolio were in Brazil, France, and Switzerland. Compared with the index, the most significantly underweighted positions were in Japan, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Sector-level and country-level weightings typically are a result of the Fund’s bottom-up stock selection process and not a significant element of its investment strategy.

Looking ahead, we believe that the decline in global growth has stabilized and is showing signs of recovery. Of particular interest is the degree to which the Chinese economy has recovered and should continue to recover in the near term. We believe that many companies in the portfolio are well positioned to benefit from a recovery in global growth, as aggressive cost cutting and other measures taken by management over the past year should improve operating margins and possibly create additional strategic opportunities.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Northern Cross Investments Ltd and Northern Cross, LLC at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Investing in international and emerging markets poses special risks, including potentially greater price volatility due to social, political and economic factors, as well as currency exchange rate fluctuations. These risks are more severe for securities of issuers in emerging market regions. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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Harbor International Fund

FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2011
 
Cusip     411511306
 
Ticker     HAINX
 
Inception
Date
    12/29/1987
 
Net Expense Ratio     0.83%
 
Total Net Assets (000s)     $20,163,806

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2211
 
Cusip     411511652
 
Ticker     HRINX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.09%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $1,408,061

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2411
 
Cusip     411511645
 
Ticker     HIINX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.20%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $2,916,107

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio     Benchmark  

Number of Countries

  21      25   

Weighted Average Market Cap (MM)

  $61,375      $54,196   

Price/Earning Ratio (P/E)

  17.9x      20.5x   

Price/Book Ratio (P/B)

  2.2x      1.9x   

Beta vs. MSCI EAFE Index

  1.10      1.00   

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  22%      N/A   

 

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of the market capitalization and style of the collective portfolio holdings; individual investments may have different characteristics.

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SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

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REGION BREAKDOWN (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $50,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/1999 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $50,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the MSCI EAFE Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO     
Harbor International Fund                    
Institutional Class   28.85     9.74     7.69     12/29/1987     $ 104,848
Comparative Index                    
MSCI EAFE   27.71       5.10       2.04             $ 61,177

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the MSCI EAFE Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

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Harbor International Fund                    
Administrative Class   28.51     9.47     13.68     11/01/2002     $ 24,537
Investor Class   28.36     9.31     13.51     11/01/2002     $ 24,274
Comparative Index                    
MSCI EAFE   27.71       5.10       9.90             $ 19,359

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 0.81% (Institutional Class); 1.07% (Administrative Class); and 1.19% (Investor Class). The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice. The Fund charges a redemption fee of 2% on redemption of shares that are held for less than 60 days.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

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Harbor International Fund

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Equity Holdings by Country (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash and short-term investments of 4.3%)

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COMMON STOCKS—87.5%

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
AUTO COMPONENTS—1.4%
4,638,763   

Compagnie Generale des Etablissements Michelin (FR)

  $ 343,626
        
AUTOMOBILES—1.4%
11,063,300   

Honda Motor Co Ltd. (JP)

    341,708
        
BEVERAGES—4.7%
8,071,930   

Anheuser-Busch InBev NV (BEL)

    378,979
23,919,897   

Diageo plc (UK)

    389,607
4,667,233   

Pernod Ricard SA (FR)

    388,814
        
       1,157,400
        
BUILDING PRODUCTS—1.9%
9,374,183   

Cie de Saint-Gobain (FR)

    456,802
        
CAPITAL MARKETS—1.7%
25,115,745   

UBS AG (SWS)*

    418,798
        
CHEMICALS—3.6%
4,871,472   

Linde AG (GER)

    511,294
1,573,523   

Syngenta AG (SWS)

    372,581
        
       883,875
        
COMMERCIAL BANKS—11.2%
8,168,855   

BNP Paribas (FR)

    615,394
43,613,000   

DBS Group Holdings Ltd. (SGP)

    399,389
5,350,633   

Erste Bank der oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG (AUT)

    215,111
27,885,275   

Itau Unibanco Holding SA ADR (BR)1

    533,724

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
COMMERCIAL BANKS—Continued
188,798,041   

Lloyds TSB Group plc (UK)

  $ 266,199
19,480,930   

Standard Chartered plc (UK)

    477,905
19,868,127   

United Overseas Bank Ltd. (SGP)

    238,157
        
       2,745,879
        
COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT—0.8%
19,701,724   

Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (SW)

    205,840
        
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS—1.6%
6,096,327   

Holcim Ltd. (SWS)

    387,999
        
DIVERSIFIED FINANCIAL SERVICES—1.3%
18,064,905   

Investor AB (SW)

    319,621
        
DIVERSIFIED TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES—1.6%
14,358,033   

Telefonica SA (SP)

    400,970
        
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT—4.1%
33,281,022   

ABB Ltd. (SWS)

    619,072
3,719,002   

Schneider Electric SA (FR)

    386,735
        
       1,005,807
        
FOOD PRODUCTS—4.0%
15,847,214   

Cadbury plc (UK)

    200,349
4,263,902   

Groupe Danone (FR)

    256,151
11,361,100   

Nestle SA (SWS)

    528,309
        
       984,809
        
HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE—2.2%
5,414,087   

Accor SA (FR)

    259,280
132,000,000   

Genting Bhd (MAL)

    277,482
        
       536,762
        
INDUSTRIAL CONGLOMERATES—2.5%
50,857,000   

Keppel Corp. (SGP)

    292,280
127,539,047   

Sime Darby Berhad. (MAL)

    329,765
        
       622,045
        
INSURANCE—3.6%
724,000   

Allianz SE (GER)

    82,988
20,141,509   

AXA SA (FR)

    500,923
63,822,000   

China Life Insurance Co. Ltd. (CHN)

    293,041
        
       876,952
        
IT SERVICES—0.4%
5,933,259   

Redecard SA (BR)

    88,076
        
MACHINERY—4.9%
42,772,331   

Atlas Copco Ab (SW)

    573,536
4,614,700   

Fanuc Ltd. (JP)

    383,302
22,692,000   

Sandvik AB (SW)

    250,664
        
       1,207,502
        
MARINE—1.1%
38,205   

A.P. Moller Maersk A/S Series B (DEN)

    260,865
        
MEDIA—0.7%
8,523,802   

JC Decaux SA (FR)*

    172,337
        
METALS & MINING—6.5%
7,680,197   

Anglo American plc (UK)*

    277,892
8,825,108   

Anglo American plc ADR (UK)*1

    159,734
6,265,609   

AngloGold Ashanti Ltd. ADR (S. AFR)1

    235,211
17,329,505   

BHP Billiton (AUS)

    466,941
32,017,936   

Xstrata plc (UK)

    461,171
        
       1,600,949
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

 
Shares         Value
(000s)
 
    
MULTI-UTILITIES—1.6%   
11,787,835   

Veolia Environment SA (FR)

  $ 385,102   
          
OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS—11.5%   
19,698,829   

BG Group plc (UK)

    339,081   
38,052,503   

BP plc (UK)

    356,561   
11,434,183   

Cameco Corp. ADR (CAN)1

    311,124   
363,136,000   

China Petroleum & Chemical Corp. (CHN)

    307,052   
13,817,607   

Eni SpA (IT)

    342,218   
192,764,000   

Petro China Co Ltd. (CHN)

    231,949   
3,590,094   

Royal Dutch Shell plc (NET)

    106,442   
2,377,600   

Royal Dutch Shell plc ADR (NET)1

    141,253   
1,373,231   

Sasol Ltd. (S. AFR)

    51,449   
12,973,779   

Statoil ASA (NOR)

    305,716   
5,596,604   

Total SA (FR)

    334,902   
          
       2,827,747   
          
PAPER & FOREST PRODUCTS—0.4%   
5,390,250   

Aracruz Celulose SA ADR (BR)1

    100,366   
          
PERSONAL PRODUCTS—0.9%   
2,248,769   

L’Oreal SA (FR)

    229,929   
          
PHARMACEUTICALS—4.1%   
747,503   

Novartis AG (SWS)

    38,926   
8,754,834   

Novo Nordisk A/S (DEN)

    543,904   
2,626,410   

Roche Holding Ltd. (SWS)

    420,654   
          
       1,003,484   
          
REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT—1.8%   
33,768,000   

Cheung Kong Holdings Ltd. (HK)

    430,696   
          
TEXTILES, APPAREL & LUXURY GOODS—1.3%   
11,177,615   

Compagnie Financiere Richemont SA (SWS)

    312,905   
10,835,055   

Nova America SA (BR)*

    z 
          
       312,905   
          
TOBACCO—3.7%   
8,472,409   

British American Tobacco plc (UK)

    269,981   
9,185,061   

Imperial Tobacco Group plc (UK)

    270,678   
126,437   

Japan Tobacco Inc. (JP)

    354,719   
          
       895,378   
          
WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES—1.0%   
24,893,000   

China Mobile (Hong Kong) Ltd. (HK)

    233,358   
          
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
    (Cost $17,421,660)
    21,437,587   
          
    

PREFERRED STOCKS—8.2%

 
Shares         Value
(000s)
 
    
  COMMERCIAL BANKS—2.5%   
  31,334,900   

Banco Bradesco SA (BR)

  $ 614,745   
          
  METALS & MINING—1.7%   
  18,968,000   

Vale SA (BR)

    424,777   
          
  OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS—3.7%   
  45,118,200   

Petroleo Brasileiro SA (BR)

    897,446   
          
  PAPER & FOREST PRODUCTS—0.3%   
  7,636,700   

Suzano Papel e Celulose SA (BR)

    66,327   
          
  TEXTILES, APPAREL & LUXURY GOODS—0.0%   
  1,056,355   

Nova America SA (BR)*

    z 
          
 
 
TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
    (Cost $414,042)
    2,003,295   
          
    

SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—4.2%

 
Principal
Amount
(000s)
            
  COMMERCIAL PAPER   
  

Chevron Corp.

 
$ 238,029   

0.120%–11/02/2009-11/16/2009

    238,029   
          
  

General Electric Co.

 
  172,791   

0.140%–11/13/2009-11/19/2009

    172,791   
  90,874   

0.150%–11/10/2009-11/12/2009

    90,874   
  77,600   

0.160%–11/02/2009

    77,600   
          
       341,265   
          
  

HSBC Finance Corp.

 
  37,864   

0.050%–11/02/2009

    37,864   
  37,863   

0.120%–11/13/2009

    37,863   
  124,692   

0.130%–11/06/2009

    124,692   
          
       200,419   
          
  

Toyota Motor Credit

 
  243,385   

0.120%–11/04/2009

    243,385   
          
 
 
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS
    (Cost $1,023,098)
    1,023,098   
          
 
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—99.9%
    (Cost $18,858,800)
    24,463,980   
          
  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES—0.1%     23,994   
          
  TOTAL NET ASSETS—100.0%   $ 24,487,974   
          

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

The following table summarizes the Fund’s investments as of October 31, 2009 based on the inputs used to value them.

 

Asset Category

   Quoted Prices
Level 1
(000s)
   Other Significant
Observable Inputs
Level 2
(000s)
   Significant
Unobservable Inputs
Level3
(000s)
   Total
(000s)

Common Stocks

           

Africa

   $ 286,659    $    $    $ 286,659

Europe

     1,605,649      13,932,150           15,537,799

Latin America

          722,167           722,167

North America

     311,124                311,124

Pacific Basin

     231,949      4,347,889           4,579,838

Preferred Stocks

           

Latin America

          2,003,295           2,003,295

Short-Term Investments

           

Commercial Paper

          1,023,098           1,023,098
                           

Total

   $ 2,435,381    $ 22,028,599    $    $ 24,463,980
                           

There were no material Level 3 holdings at any point during the period.

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels used in the table above, please refer to Fair Value Measurements in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

* Non-income producing security.

 

1 ADR after the name of a foreign holding stands for American Depositary Receipts representing ownership of foreign securities. ADRs are issued by U.S. banking institutions.

 

z Fair Valued by Harbor Fund’s Valuation Committee.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Harbor International Growth Fund

MANAGER’S COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

 

SUBADVISER

Marsico Capital

Management, LLC

1200 17th Street

Suite 1600

Denver, CO 80202

PORTFOLIO MANAGER

James Gendelman

Since 2004

Marsico has subadvised the Fund since March 1, 2004.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Long-term growth of capital.

PRINCIPAL STYLE CHARACTERISTICS

Foreign companies selected for long-term growth potential.

 

LOGO

James Gendelman

 

Management’s Discussion of

Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

Although the first several months of the fiscal year were very difficult for equities world-wide, the investment landscape brightened considerably as signs emerged that a synchronized global recovery was unfolding. Developed markets, as measured by the MSCI EAFE Index, posted a fiscal-year return of 27.71% (all returns cited are in U.S. dollar terms). Emerging markets soared as signs increased that many developing market economies appeared to have shifted to recovery mode. The MSCI Emerging Markets Index posted a return of 64.13%.

International value equities outperformed international growth, primarily as a result of strength in financial services companies, which tend to be more heavily weighted in value-oriented indices. The MSCI EAFE Growth Index posted a return of 23.56%, while the MSCI EAFE Value Index had a return of 32.00%.

Nine of the ten MSCI EAFE Growth Index economic sectors registered double-digit gains. Telecommunication services was the strongest-performing sector of the index and was up 54%. Materials and industrials rose 48% and 32%, respectively. Utilities was the weakest-performing sector with a return of 2%.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor International Growth Fund outperformed its benchmark index for the fiscal year. The Harbor International Growth Fund returned 29.90% (Institutional Class), 29.59% (Administrative Class), and 29.38% (Investor Class), compared with the MSCI EAFE Growth Index return of 23.56%.

Several primary factors contributed to the Fund’s outperformance as compared to its benchmark index. Stock selection was strong in a number of sectors, particularly in energy, industrials, and financials. Oil exploration and production holdings CNOOC Ltd. and Petroleo Brasileiro S.A. soared 98% and 80%, respectively. Offshore oil and gas drilling services company Transocean Ltd. gained more than 50%. In the industrials sector, Denmark-headquartered wind energy turbine manufacturer Vestas Wind Systems A/S rose approximately 75%. Financials holdings were led by India-based ICICI Bank Ltd., Brazil-headquartered Itau Unibanco Holding S/A, and Credit Suisse Group AG. Other individual holdings having a material, positive impact on performance included beverage company Anheuser-Busch InBev, Mexico-based cement and building materials company Cemex S.A.B. de C.V., and technology positions Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. Ltd. and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd.

Several factors negatively affected the Fund’s investment results as compared with the benchmark. Although currency management is not a central facet of the Fund’s investment process, fluctuations in major world currencies can sometimes affect returns. The Fund’s performance was adversely impacted by having little exposure to companies whose securities were denominated in the Australian dollar, euro, and Japanese yen, all of which appreciated substantially as compared to the U.S. dollar. The Fund also held a few U.S. dollar-based stocks and had U.S. dollar cash and cash equivalent positions, which in the context of a relatively weak dollar dampened performance.

 

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MANAGER’S COMMENTARY—Continued

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

Credit Suisse Group

  3.9%

Transocean Ltd.

  3.7%

HSBC Holdings plc

  3.4%

DaimlerChrysler AG—Registered

  3.4%

Vestas Wind Systems A/S

  3.1%

Telefonica SA

  3.0%

Nestle SA-(SWS)

  2.6%

Anheuser-Busch InBev NV

  2.5%

Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria SA

  2.3%

BNP Paribas

  2.3%

 

Other factors negatively affecting performance were stock selection in the telecommunication services and materials sectors. The Fund’s telecommunication services positions had an aggregate return of 32%, paling in comparison to the MSCI EAFE Growth Index sector return of 54%. The Fund’s positions in Spain-headquartered Telefonica SA and Canada-based telecommunications and media company Rogers Communications, Inc. posted returns that lagged the benchmark sector return. Rogers Communications was sold from the portfolio. The Fund’s materials positions also posted returns that did not keep pace with their benchmark peer group. Construction materials company Linde AG had disappointing stock price performance and was sold from the Fund.

 

A few financials positions posted negative returns while being held in the Fund. Swiss diversified financial company UBS AG, Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc., and London-headquartered bank HSBC Holdings PLC were among the Fund’s weakest-performing holdings. UBS was sold from the Fund prior to the end of the fiscal year.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

As of October 31, 2009, the Fund’s largest sector overweights relative to the MSCI EAFE Growth Index were in financials and energy. The most significant underweights relative to the index were in the utilities sector, where it had no exposure, as well as in consumer staples and health care. In terms of country allocations, the biggest overweights in the portfolio were in Brazil, the United States, and Hong Kong. Brazil and the U.S. are not constituents of the benchmark index. Compared with the index, the Fund’s most significantly underweighted positions were in the United Kingdom and Japan. In addition to Brazil, the Fund held several positions domiciled in emerging-markets including China, Mexico, Taiwan, India, and Israel. Such emerging markets exposure represented approximately 22% of the Fund’s net assets as of October 31, 2009. As mentioned in previous shareholder reports, country-level weightings generally should be considered a residual by-product of the Fund’s bottom-up stock selection process rather than a major, proactive facet of its investment strategy.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Marsico Capital Management, LLC at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Investing in international and emerging markets poses special risks, including potentially greater price volatility due to social, political and economic factors, as well as currency exchange rate fluctuations. These risks are more severe for securities of issuers in emerging market regions. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2017
 
Cusip     411511801
 
Ticker     HAIGX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/1993
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    0.91%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $1,217,725

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2217
 
Cusip     411511637
 
Ticker     HRIGX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.16%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $1,702

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2417
 
Cusip     411511629
 
Ticker     HIIGX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.27%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $58,499

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark  

Number of Countries

  22   25   

Weighted Average Market Cap (MM)

  $45,828   $49,609   

Price/Earning Ratio (P/E)

  22.2x   20.7x   

Price/Book Ratio (P/B)

  2.2x   2.8x   

Beta vs. MSCI EAFE Growth Index

  1.16   1.00   

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  125%   N/A   

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of the market capitalization and style of the collective portfolio holdings; individual investments may have different characteristics.

LOGO

 

SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

LOGO

REGION BREAKDOWN (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

LOGO

 

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $50,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/1999 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $50,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the MSCI EAFE Growth Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

 

LOGO

Harbor International Growth Fund                    
Institutional Class   29.90     5.39     -3.44     11/01/1993     $ 35,246
Comparative Index                    
MSCI EAFE Growth   23.56       5.03       0.02             $ 50,103

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the MSCI EAFE Growth Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

 

LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

 

LOGO

Harbor International Growth Fund                    
Administrative Class   29.59     5.10     7.18     11/01/2002     $ 16,248
Investor Class   29.38     4.99     7.06     11/01/2002     $ 16,117
Comparative Index                    
MSCI EAFE Growth   23.56       5.03       8.48             $ 17,679

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratio were 0.91% (Institutional Class); 1.16% (Administrative Class); and 1.27% (Investor Class). The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice. The Fund charges a redemption fee of 2% on redemption of shares that are held for less than 60 days.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Equity Holdings by Country (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash and short-term investments of 6.4%)

LOGO

 

COMMON STOCKS—93.6%

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
AIRLINES–0.6%
734,000   

Singapore Airlines Ltd. (SGP)

  $ 7,039
        
AUTOMOBILES–5.7%
890,703   

DaimlerChrysler AG—Registered (GER)

    43,264
1,147,598   

Fiat SpA (IT)

    17,085
435,300   

Honda Motor Co Ltd. (JP)

    13,445
        
       73,794
        
BEVERAGES–2.5%
670,770   

Anheuser-Busch InBev NV (BEL)

    31,493
        
BIOTECHNOLOGY–2.1%
111,317   

Actelion Ltd. (SWS)*

    6,136
748,480   

CSL Ltd. (AUS)

    21,016
        
       27,152
        
BUILDING PRODUCTS–1.0%
372,077   

Daikin Industries Ltd. (JP)

    12,612
        
CAPITAL MARKETS–6.3%
935,852   

Credit Suisse Group (SWS)

    50,028
3,801,000   

Daiwa Securities Group Inc (JP)

    20,006
280,015   

Julius Baer Group Ltd. (SWS)

    10,541
        
       80,575
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
CHEMICALS–3.0%
104,013   

Akzo Nobel NV (NET)

  $ 6,141
469,658   

Basf SE (GER)

    25,141
75,376   

Novozymes AS (DEN)

    6,895
        
       38,177
        
COMMERCIAL BANKS–13.9%
1,675,175   

Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria SA (SP)

    29,944
382,757   

BNP Paribas (FR)

    28,835
3,975,017   

HSBC Holdings plc (UK)

    43,924
619,537   

ICICI Bank Ltd. ADR (IND)1

    19,484
629,680   

Itau Unibanco Holding SA ADR (BR)1

    12,052
12,113,200   

Mizuho Financial Group Inc. (JP)

    23,892
767,934   

Standard Chartered plc (UK)

    18,839
        
       176,970
        
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS–2.3%
2,773,641   

Cemex SAB de CV ADR (MEX)1

    28,790
        
DISTRIBUTORS–0.0%
144,000   

China Resources Enterprise Ltd. (HK)

    491
        
DIVERSIFIED TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES–3.0%
1,394,744   

Telefonica SA (SP)

    38,950
        
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT–7.6%
651,247   

ABB Ltd. (SWS)

    12,114
329,801   

Alstom SA (FR)

    22,851
800,760   

Gamesa Corp. Technologica SA (SP)

    14,632
64,352   

Schneider Electric SA (FR)

    6,692
564,665   

Vestas Wind Systems A/S (DEN)*

    39,604
        
       95,893
        
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT & INSTRUMENTS–1.6%
5,157,245   

Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. Ltd. (TW)

    20,200
        
ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES–3.7%
567,167   

Transocean Ltd. (SWS)

    47,591
        
FOOD & STAPLES RETAILING–2.7%
237,200   

Familymart Company. (JP)

    7,065
245,350   

METRO AG (GER)

    13,618
2,102,625   

Tesco plc (UK)

    14,020
        
       34,703
        
FOOD PRODUCTS–2.9%
781,700   

JBS SA (BR)

    4,335
714,738   

Nestle SA (SWS)

    33,237
        
       37,572
        
HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES–0.3%
86,500   

Covidien plc. (IE)

    3,643
        
HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE–1.5%
131,632   

Accor SA (FR)

    6,304
154,244   

Compass Group plc (UK)

    982
226,700   

Ctrip.com International Ltd. ADR (CHN)1

    12,138
        
       19,424
        
HOUSEHOLD DURABLES–4.0%
1,454,608   

Cyrela Brazil Realty (BR)

    18,579
1,314,613   

Gafisa SA (BR)

    19,508
1,575,680   

PDG Realty SA Empreendimentos e Participacoes (BR)

    13,327
        
       51,414
        
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS–1.1%
294,288   

Reckitt Benckiser Group plc (UK)

    14,619
        
INTERNET SOFTWARE & SERVICES–1.6%
34,331   

Baidu Inc. ADR (CHN)*1

    12,974
430,000   

Tencent Holding Ltd. (HK)

    7,488
        
       20,462
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
LIFE SCIENCES TOOLS & SERVICES–1.6%
259,305   

Lonza Group AG (SWS)

  $ 20,164
        
MEDIA–0.5%
159,612   

Publicis Groupe SA (FR)

    6,065
        
METALS & MINING–3.0%
398,371   

ThyssenKrupp AG (GER)

    12,832
1,017,100   

Vale SA ADR (BR)

    25,926
        
       38,758
        
OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS–6.0%
8,619,300   

CNOOC Ltd. (HK)

    12,780
25,200   

OGX Petroleo e Gas Participacoes SA (BR)

    20,385
539,071   

Petroleo Brasileiro SA ADR (BR)1

    24,916
225,350   

Reliance Industries Ltd GDR (IND)2

    18,793
        
       76,874
        
PHARMACEUTICALS–1.1%
271,570   

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. ADR (IL)1

    13,709
        
REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT–4.8%
9,687,000   

CapitaLand Ltd. (SGP)

    28,091
2,035,000   

Cheung Kong Holdings Ltd. (HK)

    25,956
1,856,000   

Hang Lung Properties Ltd. (HK)

    7,002
        
       61,049
        
SEMICONDUCTORS & SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT–2.9%
438,716   

ASML Holding NV (NET)

    11,831
2,726,478   

Infineon Technologies Ltd. (GER)

    12,277
351,200   

Sumco Corporation (JP)

    6,703
607,901   

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd. ADR (TW)1

    5,799
        
       36,610
        
SOFTWARE–1.5%
585,976   

Autonomy Corp plc (UK)*

    12,884
253,669   

Longtop Financial Technologies Ltd ADR (CYM)1

    6,722
        
       19,606
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
  SPECIALTY RETAIL–1.4%
  2,760,000   

Esprit Holdings Ltd. (HK)

  $ 18,391
        
  TRADING COMPANIES & DISTRIBUTORS–2.7%
  5,422,000   

Marubeni Corp. (JP)

    26,826
  4,157,000   

Noble Group (HK)

    7,597
        
       34,423
        
  WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES–0.7%
  235,038   

NII Holdings Inc. Cl. B (US)*

    6,329
  989,080   

Vodafone Group plc (UK)

    2,180
        
       8,509
        
 
 
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
    (Cost $1,001,819)
    1,195,722
        
    

SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—4.1%

 

(Cost $51,789)

 
Principal
Amount
(000s)
          
  REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS
$ 51,789   

Repurchase Agreement with State Street Corp. dated October 31, 2009 due November 2, 2009 at 0.010% collateralized by Federal National Mortgage Association (market value $52,828)

    51,789
        
 
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS–97.7%
    (Cost $1,053,608)
    1,247,511
        
  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES–2.3%     30,415
        
  TOTAL NET ASSETS–100.0%   $ 1,277,926
        

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

The following table summarizes the Fund’s investments as of October 31, 2009 based on the inputs used to value them.

 

Asset Category

   Quoted Prices
Level 1
(000s)
   Other Significant
Observable Inputs
Level 2
(000s)
   Significant
Unobservable Inputs
Level3
(000s)
   Total
(000s)

Common Stocks

           

Europe

   $ 244,621    $ 420,735    $    $ 665,356

Latin America

     139,028                139,028

Middle East/Central Asia

     32,503      19,484           51,987

North America

     35,120                35,120

Pacific Basin

     86,267      217,964           304,231

Short-Term Investments

           

Repurchase Agreement

          51,789           51,789
                           

Total

   $ 537,539    $ 709,972    $    $ 1,247,511
                           

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels used in the table above, please refer to Fair Value Measurements in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

* Non-income producing security.

 

1 ADR after the name of a foreign holding stands for American Depositary Receipts representing ownership of foreign securities. ADRs are issued by U.S. banking institutions.

 

2 GDR after the name of a foreign holding stands for Global Depositary Receipts representing ownership of foreign securities. GDRs are issued by either U.S. or non-U.S. banking organizations.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

 

SUBADVISER

Pzena Investment

Management, LLC

120 West 45th Street

20th Floor

New York, NY 10036

PORTFOLIO MANAGERS

Caroline Cai

Since 2009

John Goetz

Since 2006

Michael Peterson

Since 2006

Pzena Investment Management has subadvised the Fund since its inception in 2006.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Long-term growth of capital.

PRINCIPAL STYLE CHARACTERISTICS

Companies throughout the world exhibiting strong value characteristics on a relative basis.

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Caroline Cai

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John Goetz

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Michael Peterson

 

Management’s Discussion of Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

The more things change, the more they stay the same. Eleven years ago in our newsletter we published an article titled “Perspective on Value Investing.” In it, we observed that over the course of the prior 30 years and last three recessionary cycles, value investing underperformed the broad market leading up to a recession and then took over leadership as the economy entered recession. We noted:

“In fact, we can look back to the last three recessions and find market behavior which is essentially identical to that which we face today. Investors flock to the companies which are having current success and shun the companies that are threatened by the consequences of a downturn. … In all three cases over the past 30 years, fear of a pending recession reduced the demand for value stocks and caused a flight into the supposed “good names.” In all three cases, the under-performance ended at approximately the time when the recession began. In other words, once we are in a recession, or it is almost certain one is imminent, investors can and do focus on the light at the end of the tunnel.”

 

We believe we are experiencing a similar cycle now, where value stocks lagged heading into the most recent recession and regained leadership early this year. Bleak economic performance around the world set the background for equity market declines in the latter half of calendar year 2008 and the first few months of 2009. However, equities staged a dramatic recovery starting in March. In the space of a few short weeks, world economies pulled back from what appeared to be the brink of global meltdown as investors gained further confidence that the unprecedented amount of fiscal and monetary stimulus that governments have applied to the global economy appeared, at the very least, to have taken the worst case scenario off the table. The global market recoveries have continued throughout 2009 with the portfolio returning 103% and the MSCI World Index 63% from their March 9 troughs through October 31. Further, despite recent recovery, history suggests that the current value cycle has a long way to go; over the last four cycles, the average length of value outperformance was 77 months (compared to eight months so far in the current cycle) and the average level of value outperformance was 184.2% (versus 51.3% so far in this cycle). In no case in the last four value cycles did more than 20% of value’s outperformance occur during the first seven months of the cycle.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor Global Value Fund performed well in both absolute and relative terms for the 12 months ended October 31, 2009, significantly outperforming its benchmark, the MSCI World Index. The Fund returned 28.24% (Institutional Class), 28.04% (Administrative Class), and 27.57% (Investor Class), compared with the benchmark’s return of 18.42%.

The positive performance was broad based, with all but one sector contributing positively to overall performance, with the drivers being our holdings in the consumer discretionary, information technology and industrials sectors. Stock selection was key, accounting for the lion’s share of the outperformance.

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY—Continued

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV

  3.0%

UBS AG

  3.0%

Telenor ASA

  3.0%

Vivendi SA

  2.4%

Gazprom OAO

  2.4%

Boeing Co.

  2.4%

Tyco Electronics Ltd.

  2.3%

J.C. Penney Co. Inc.

  2.2%

Omnicom Group Inc.

  2.2%

Microsoft Corp.

  2.2%

 

The broad-based nature of the positive performance is evident in the top three contributing stocks during the period, which came from three distinct sectors: Tokyo Electron, a technology holding, up 78%; JC Penney, consumer discretionary, up 42% and Gazprom, energy, up 92%. The financial services group, reflecting the unprecedented degree of negative sentiment during the earlier part of the fiscal year, was the only sector to detract from overall performance and contained the three largest detractors: Citigroup, down 69%, Bank of America, off 39%, and Popular, down 71%. At the same time, the financial sector has experienced some of the greatest healing since the market bottom in March, up 127%, and has been the largest contributor to performance since the trough.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

While the road to recovery is winding and stock prices will likely remain volatile, we believe our portfolio continues to be well positioned to benefit from an eventual normalization of global economic conditions. Despite the recent strong recovery, the portfolio continues to be attractively valued. While valuation no longer reflects the tail-risk of another “Great Depression,” it continues to discount extremely depressed fundamentals. In addition, we expect that earnings, having gone through one of their steepest declines on record, are poised for a significant recovery that should contribute to future returns. Overall, the portfolio’s absolute valuation, based on price to normal earnings, remains very low compared to our history. As we have stated previously, given a discounted market with attractive valuation spreads, the prospective returns to a disciplined value investment approach look as positive as they have in a number of years.

So while market pundits are counseling “de-risking” as their advice du jour, equities in general and value spreads in particular remain attractive despite the sharp run-up of the last eight months. History suggests that we are still in the early innings of this value cycle, with the next leg up likely to be driven by earnings increases in the context of a modest economic recovery. We continue to find high quality companies in sectors experiencing near term stress where we believe research and patience should be the ingredients for long-term outperformance.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Pzena Investment Management, LLC at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Investing in international and emerging markets poses special risks, including potentially greater price volatility due to social, political and economic factors, as well as currency exchange rate fluctuations. These risks are more severe for securities of issuers in emerging market regions. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2027
 
Cusip     411511447
 
Ticker     HAGVX
 
Inception
Date
    08/07/2006
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.00%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $53,982

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2227
 
Cusip     411511454
 
Ticker     HRGVX
 
Inception
Date
    08/07/2006
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.25%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $452

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2427
 
Cusip     411511462
 
Ticker     HIGVX
 
Inception
Date
    08/07/2006
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.37%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $947

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark

Number of Countries

  16   27

Weighted Average Market Cap (MM)

  $43,469   $62,822

Price/Earning Ratio (P/E)

  20.0x   19.7

Price/Book Ratio (P/B)

  1.4x   2.2

Beta vs. MSCI WORLD Index

  1.31   1.00

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  72%   N/A

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of the market capitalization and style of the collective portfolio; individual investments may have different characteristics.

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SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

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REGION BREAKDOWN (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $50,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 08/07/2006 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $50,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the MSCI World Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Global Value Fund                    
Institutional Class   28.24     N/A        -11.44     08/07/2006     $ 33,749
Comparative Index                    
MSCI World   18.42       2.64       -3.66             $ 44,311

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 08/07/2006 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the MSCI World Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

 

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Global Value Fund                    
Administrative Class   28.04     N/A        -11.65     08/07/2006     $ 6,699
Investor Class   27.57     N/A        -11.82     08/07/2006     $ 6,655
Comparative Index                    
MSCI World   18.42       2.64       -3.66             $ 8,862

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 1.00% (Net) and 1.10% (Gross) (Institutional Class); 1.25% (Net) and 1.35% (Gross) (Administrative Class); and 1.37% (Net) and 1.47% (Gross) (Investor Class). The net expense ratios are contractually capped until 02/28/2010. The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice. The Fund charges a redemption fee of 2% on redemption of shares that are held for less than 60 days.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Equity Holdings by Country (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash of 0.4%)

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COMMON STOCKS—98.2%

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE–7.8%
27,650   

Boeing Co. (US)

  $ 1,322
39,825   

European Aeronautic Defense and Space Co. (NET)

    746
65,509   

Finmeccanica SpA (IT)

    1,099
22,850   

Northrop Grumman Corp. (US)

    1,145
        
       4,312
        
AUTO COMPONENTS—1.8%
21,250   

Magna International Inc. Cl. A (CAN)

    842
18,700   

Sumitomo Rubber Industries Inc. (JP)

    173
        
       1,015
        
CAPITAL MARKETS–3.8%
10,150   

State Street Corp. (US)

    426
100,290   

UBS AG (SWS)*

    1,672
        
       2,098
        
CHEMICALS–2.2%
9,500   

Akzo Nobel NV (NET)

    561
67,975   

Clariant Ltd. (SWS)

    650
        
       1,211
        
COMMERCIAL BANKS–10.7%
38,900   

Barclays plc (UK)

    204
40,849   

Credit Agricole SA (FR)

    782
27,200   

DnB NOR ASA (NOR)

    312
106,607   

HSBC Holdings plc (UK)

    1,178
133,000   

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. (JP)

    708
88,925   

Natixis (FR)

    500
15,605   

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. (US)

    764
50,900   

Popular Inc. (US)

    110
920,527   

Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc (UK)

    628
21,600   

Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc. (JP)

    734
        
       5,920
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT–5.1%
261,226   

Alcatel-Lucent (FR)

  $ 978
103,875   

Motorola Inc. (US)

    890
77,575   

Nokia OYJ (FIN)

    980
        
       2,848
        
CONSUMER FINANCE–1.7%
25,750   

Capital One Financial Corp. (US)

    942
        
DIVERSIFIED FINANCIAL SERVICES–5.9%
71,725   

Bank of America Corp. (US)

    1,046
284,473   

Citigroup Inc. (US)

    1,163
82,130   

ING Groep NV (NET)

    1,069
        
       3,278
        
DIVERSIFIED TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES–3.0%
128,000   

Telenor ASA (NOR)

    1,650
        
ELECTRIC UTILITIES–1.9%
22,100   

Korea Electric Power Corp. (S. KOR)

    626
20,850   

Public Power Corporation SA (GRC)

    425
        
       1,051
        
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT & INSTRUMENTS–2.4%
3,700   

Omron Corp. (JP)

    62
58,750   

Tyco Electronics Ltd. (SWS)

    1,249
        
       1,311
        
ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES–2.0%
57,100   

BJ Services Co. (US)

    1,096
        
FOOD PRODUCTS–1.2%
57,550   

Sara Lee Corp. (US)

    650
        
HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES–2.4%
19,650   

Carefusion Corp. (US)

    440
17,275   

Zimmer Holdings Inc. (US)*

    908
        
       1,348
        
HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS & SERVICES–3.4%
39,125   

Aetna Inc. (US)

    1,019
29,900   

Cardinal Health Inc. (US)

    847
        
       1,866
        
HOUSEHOLD DURABLES–1.7%
12,975   

Whirlpool Corp. (US)

    929
        
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS–0.0%
50   

Henkel AG & Co. Kgaa (GER)

    2
        
INDUSTRIAL CONGLOMERATES–3.0%
66,600   

Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV (NET)

    1,673
        
INSURANCE–5.0%
55,299   

Aegon NV (NET)

    393
38,750   

Allstate Corp. (US)

    1,146
120,875   

Aviva plc (UK)

    756
8,900   

Renaissance Holdings Ltd. (BM)

    467
        
       2,762
        
IT SERVICES–1.5%
18,000   

Cap Gemini (FR)

    834
        
MACHINERY–1.5%
47,100   

THK Co. Ltd. (JP)

    814
        
MEDIA–7.2%
14,000   

LaGardere SCA. (FR)

    633
35,150   

Omnicom Group Inc. (US)

    1,205

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
MEDIA–Continued
21,750   

Publicis Groupe SA (FR)

  $ 826
48,674   

Vivendi SA (FR)

    1,350
        
       4,014
        
MULTI-UTILITIES–2.1%
23,050   

Sempra Energy (US)

    1,186
        
MULTILINE RETAIL–2.2%
36,425   

J.C. Penney Co. Inc. (US)

    1,207
        
OFFICE ELECTRONICS–1.4%
59,425   

Ricoh Co. Ltd. (JP)

    808
        
OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS—7.0%
121,400   

BP plc (UK)

    1,138
12,925   

Exxon Mobil Corp. (US)

    926
55,800   

Gazprom OAO ADR (RUS)1

    1,338
25,825   

Valero Energy Corp. (US)

    468
        
       3,870
        
PERSONAL PRODUCTS–1.0%
17,913   

Avon Products, Inc. (US)

    574
        
PHARMACEUTICALS–0.7%
6,375   

Johnson & Johnson (US)

    376
        
SEMICONDUCTORS & SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT–1.5%
14,900   

Tokyo Electron Ltd. (JP)

    838
        
SOFTWARE–4.2%
53,225   

CA Inc. (US)

    1,114
43,350   

Microsoft Corp. (US)

    1,202
        
       2,316
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
SPECIALTY RETAIL–2.0%
56,675   

Lowe’s Cos. Inc. (US)

  $ 1,109
        
TRADING COMPANIES & DISTRIBUTORS–0.9%
23,625   

Travis Perkins plc (UK)

    291
10,850   

Wolseley plc (UK)

    220
        
       511
        
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
    (Cost $61,966)
    54,419
        
    

PREFERRED STOCKS—1.4%

HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS–0.5%
6,100   

Henkel AG & Co. Kgaa (GER)

    278
        
METALS & MINING–0.9%
18,400   

Usinas Siderurgicas de Minas Gerais SA (BR)

    480
        
Total PREFERRED STOCKS
    (Cost $532)
    758
        
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—99.6%
    (Cost $62,498)
    55,177
        
CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES—0.4%     204
        
TOTAL NET ASSETS—100.0%   $ 55,381
        

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

The following table summarizes the Fund’s investments as of October 31, 2009 based on the inputs used to value them.

 

Asset Category

   Quoted Prices
Level 1
(000s)
   Other Significant
Observable Inputs
Level 2
(000s)
   Significant
Unobservable Inputs
Level 3
(000s)
   Total
(000s)

Common Stocks

           

Europe

   $ 6,980    $ 17,157    $    $ 24,137

North America

     842      24,210           25,052

Pacific Basin

     4,542      688           5,230

Preferred Stocks

           

Europe

          278           278

Latin America

     480                480
                           

Total

   $ 12,844    $ 42,333    $    $ 55,177
                           

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels used in the table above, please refer to Fair Value Measurements in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

* Non-income producing security.

 

1 ADR after the name of a foreign holding stands for American Depositary Receipts representing ownership of foreign securities. ADRs are issued by U.S. banking institutions.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

 

SUBADVISER

Marsico Capital

Management, LLC

1200 17th Street

Suite 1600

Denver, CO 80202

PORTFOLIO MANAGERS

Corydon J. Gilchrist

Since 2009

Thomas F. Marsico

Since 2009

James Gendelman

Since 2009

Marsico has subadvised the Fund since its inception in 2009.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Long-term growth of capital.

PRINCIPAL STYLE CHARACTERISTICS

Companies throughout the world selected for long-term growth potential.

 

LOGO

Corydon J. Gilchrist

LOGO

Thomas F. Marsico

LOGO

James Gendelman

 

Management’s Discussion of

Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

The Harbor Global Growth Fund commenced operations on March 1, 2009. In selecting investments, we use an approach that combines top-down macroeconomic analysis with bottom-up stock selection. The top-down approach may take into consideration a variety of macroeconomic factors such as interest rates, inflation, demographics, the regulatory environment, and the global competitive landscape. We may also examine factors such as the most attractive global investment opportunities, industry consolidation, and the sustainability of financial trends. As a result of our top-down analysis, we seek to identify sectors, industries, and companies that may benefit from the overall trends we have observed.

We then look for individual companies with earnings growth potential that may not be recognized by the market at large. In determining whether a particular company or security may be a suitable investment, we may focus on any of a number of different attributes, including a company’s specific market expertise or dominance; its franchise durability and pricing power; solid fundamentals (e.g., a strong balance sheet, improving returns on equity, the ability to generate free cash flow, apparent use of conservative accounting standards, and transparent financial disclosure); strong and ethical management; commitment to shareholder interests; reasonable valuations in the context of projected growth rates; as well as other indications that a company may be an attractive investment prospect. This process is called bottom-up stock selection.

Global equities, as measured by the MSCI All Country World Index, posted strong gains over the eight months from the Fund’s inception on March 1, 2009 through October 31, 2009. The index had a return of 53.54% (all returns cited are in U.S. dollar terms). Global equities benefited from continued evidence that a synchronized global recovery was unfolding.

Performance strength was widespread. All 10 sectors of the index registered positive returns ranging from 23% (utilities) to 94% (financials). Other strong-performing sectors included materials, information technology, consumer discretionary and industrials. Health care and telecommunication services (up 29% and 31%, respectively) joined utilities as the weakest-performing sectors of the index.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor Global Growth Fund outperformed its benchmark index for the eight months from its March 1, 2009, inception through October 31, 2009. The Fund posted a return of 56.10% (Institutional Class), 55.90% (Administrative Class), and 55.70% (Investor Class), compared with the 53.54% total return of the MSCI All Country World Index.

Several primary factors led to the Fund’s outperformance as compared to its benchmark index. Stock selection was strong in a number of sectors, particularly in consumer staples, consumer discretionary, energy, and financials. Consumer-related positions were led by beverage company Anheuser-Busch InBev, athletic apparel company Lululemon Athletica, Inc., Brazilian home builder Gafisa S/A, and German automaker Volkswagen

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY—Continued

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

   

JP Morgan Chase & Co.

  4.9%

Wells Fargo & Co.

  4.8%

Apple Inc.

  4.0%

Standard Chartered PLC

  3.7%

Petroleo Brasileiro SA

  3.1%

Itau Unibanco Holding SA

  3.0%

Intuitive Surgical Inc.

  2.9%

Qualcomm Inc.

  2.5%

Walt Disney Co.

  2.5%

BHP Billiton

  2.4%

 

AG (preferred shares). In the energy sector, oil exploration and production company Petroleo Brasileiro S.A. and contract drilling company Pride International Inc. each soared more than 75%. Several of the Fund’s financials positions registered strong gains, including Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., JPMorgan Chase & Co., India-based ICICI Bank Ltd., Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Ltd., and Standard Chartered PLC. Other leading individual positions included technology company Apple, Inc. and BHP Billiton PLC, a United Kingdom-headquartered natural resources company.

There were several factors that negatively affected the Fund’s investment results as compared with the MSCI All Country World Index. Although currency management is not a central facet of the Fund’s investment process, fluctuations in major world currencies can sometimes affect performance. The Fund’s performance was adversely impacted by having little exposure to companies whose securities were denominated in the Australian dollar and Canadian dollar, which appreciated substantially as compared to the U.S. dollar. The Fund also held a higher percentage of U.S. dollar-based stocks than its benchmark, which, again, in the context of a relatively weak dollar, dampened performance.

Other factors negatively affecting performance were stock selection in the materials and health care sectors. The Fund’s position in agricultural materials company Monsanto Co. posted a negative return prior to being sold from the portfolio. Several of the Fund’s biotechnology positions also struggled. Lonza Group AG, Genzyme Corp., and Gilead Sciences, Inc. each posted negative returns. Lonza Group and Genzyme Corp. were sold from the Fund prior to October 31, 2009.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

As of October 31, 2009, relative to the benchmark, the Fund’s primary economic sector overweights were in consumer discretionary, information technology, and financials. The most significant underweights relative to the index were in the utilities sector, where it had no exposure, as well as in consumer staples and energy.

In terms of country allocations, the biggest overweights in the portfolio were in Brazil and the United States. Compared with the index, the Fund’s most significantly underweighted positions included Japan, France, and Australia, where it had no investments, as well as Canada and the United Kingdom. The Fund held several positions domiciled in emerging markets, including Brazil, China, and India. Such emerging markets exposure represented approximately 22% of the Fund’s net assets as of October 31, 2009. As mentioned in previous shareholder reports, country-level weightings generally should be considered a residual by-product of the Fund’s bottom-up stock selection process rather than a major, proactive facet of its investment strategy.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Marsico Capital Management, LLC at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Investing in international and emerging markets poses special risks, including potentially greater price volatility due to social, political and economic factors, as well as currency exchange rate fluctuations. These risks are more severe for securities of issuers in emerging market regions. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2030
 
Cusip     411512874
 
Ticker     HGGAX
 
Inception
Date
    03/01/2009
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.00%a
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $6,142

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2230
 
Cusip     411512866
 
Ticker     HRGAX
 
Inception
Date
    03/01/2009
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.25%a
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $240

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2430
 
Cusip     411512858
 
Ticker     HGGIX
 
Inception
Date
    03/01/2009
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.37%a
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $464

 

 

 

a Annualized.

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark  

Number of Countries

  12   48

Weighted Average Market Cap (MM)

  $61,685   $60,784   

Price/Earning Ratio (P/E)

  25.7x   19.8x   

Price/Book Ratio (P/B)

  3.0x   2.2x   

Beta vs. MSCI AC World Index

  1.07   1.00   

Portfolio Turnover Rate—Unannualized
(8 Month Period Ended 10/31/2009)

  81%   N/A   

 

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of the market capitalization and style of the collective portfolio holdings; individual investments may have different characteristics.

LOGO

 

SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

LOGO

REGION BREAKDOWN (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

LOGO

 

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

The Fund’s returns achieved during the period shown was unusual and an investor should not expect such performance to be sustained.

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $50,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 03/01/2009 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $50,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the MSCI All Country World Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Global Growth Fund                    
Institutional Class   N/A        N/A        56.10     03/01/2009     $ 78,050
Comparative Index                    
MSCI All Country World Index   22.65       3.73       53.54             $ 76,771

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 03/01/2009 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the MSCI All Country World Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Global Growth Fund                    
Administrative Class   N/A        N/A        55.90     03/01/2009     $ 15,590
Investor Class   N/A        N/A        55.70     03/01/2009     $ 15,570
Comparative Index                    
MSCI All Country World Index   22.65       3.73       53.54             $ 15,354

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratio were 1.00% (Net) and 3.74% (Gross) (Institutional Class); 1.25% (Net) and 3.99% (Gross) (Administrative Class); and 1.37% (Net) and 4.11% (Gross) (Investor Class). The net expense ratios are contractually capped until 02/28/2010. The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice. The Fund charges a redemption fee of 2% on redemption of shares that are held for less than 60 days.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

 

a Annualized.

 

b Unannualized.

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Equity Holdings by Country (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash and short-term investments of 13.1%)

LOGO

 

COMMON STOCKS—85.6%

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE—1.5%
1,053   

Precision Castparts Corp. (US)

  $ 101
        
BEVERAGES—1.7%
2,464   

Anheuser-Busch InBev NV (BEL)

    116
        
BIOTECHNOLOGY—2.4%
1,238   

Celgene Corp. (US)*

    63
2,335   

Gilead Sciences Inc. (US)*

    99
        
       162
        
CAPITAL MARKETS—1.8%
739   

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (US)

    126
        
CHEMICALS—1.7%
1,506   

Praxair Inc. (US)

    120
        
COMMERCIAL BANKS—15.2%
3,062   

ICICI Bank Ltd. ADR (IND)1

    96
135,000   

Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Cl. B (CHN)

    107
10,920   

Itau Unibanco Holding SA ADR (BR)1

    209
1,043   

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. (US)

    51
10,100   

Standard Chartered PLC (UK)

    252
11,862   

Wells Fargo & Co. (US)

    327
        
       1,042
        
COMMERCIAL SERVICES & SUPPLIES—0.7%
2,301   

Ritchie Bros Auctioneers Inc. (CAN)

    50
        
COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT—3.3%
2,072   

Juniper Networks Inc. (US)*

    53
4,236   

Qualcomm Inc. (US)

    175
        
       228
        
COMPUTERS & PERIPHERALS—4.4%
1,440   

Apple Inc. (US)*

    271
1,453   

Compellent Technologies Inc. (US)

    27
        
       298
        
CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING—0.3%
860   

Aecom Technology Corp. (US)*

    22
        
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS—0.5%
70,000   

China Resources Cement Ltd. (CHN)

    34
        

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
DISTRIBUTORS—1.0%
16,000   

Li & Fung Ltd. (HK)

  $ 67
        
DIVERSIFIED FINANCIAL SERVICES—4.9%
8,042   

JP Morgan Chase & Co. (US)

    336
        
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT—3.6%
5,146   

ABB Ltd. (SWS)

    95
2,136   

Vestas Wind Systems A/S (DEN)*

    150
        
       245
        
ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES—2.4%
2,010   

National Oilwell Varco Inc. (US)*

    83
2,749   

Pride International Inc. (US)*

    81
        
       164
        
FOOD PRODUCTS—1.4%
2,044   

Nestle SA (SWS)

    95
        
HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES—2.9%
819   

Intuitive Surgical Inc. (US)*

    202
        
HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE—0.3%
259   

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. (US)

    21
        
HOUSEHOLD DURABLES—4.3%
10,046   

Cyrela Brazil Realty (BR)

    128
4,514   

Gafisa SA ADR (BR)1

    135
3,900   

PDG Realty SA Empreendimentos e Participacoes (BR)

    33
        
       296
        
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS—0.6%
2,100   

Hypermarcas NPV (BR)

    43
        
INTERNET & CATALOG RETAIL—0.5%
270   

Amazon.com Inc. (US)*

    32
        
INTERNET SOFTWARE & SERVICES—3.4%
177   

Baidu Inc. ADR (CHN)*1

    67
267   

Google Inc. (US)*

    143
885   

Optenable Inc. (US)

    22
        
       232
        
IT SERVICES—2.0%
617   

Mastercard Inc. (US)

    135
        
MARINE—0.6%
491   

Kuehne & Nagel International AG (SWS)

    44
        
MEDIA—2.5%
6,223   

Walt Disney Co. (US)

    170
        
METALS & MINING—2.4%
6,185   

BHP Billiton (AUS)

    167
        
OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS—4.3%
100   

OGX Petroleo e Gas Participacoes SA (BR)

    81
4,548   

Petroleo Brasileiro SA ADR (BR)1

    210
        
       291
        
REAL ESTATE—1.6%
36,700   

Construtora Tenda SA. (BR)

    107
        
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS (REITs)—0.3%
1,140   

Colony Financial Inc. (US)

    22
        
REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT—3.0%
8,600   

BR Malls Participacoes SA (BR)*

    95
29,000   

Hang Lung Properties Ltd. (HK)

    110
        
       205
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

COMMON STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
SOFTWARE—3.8%
4,624   

Adobe Systems Inc. (US)*

  $ 152
2,976   

Citrix Systems Inc. (US)*

    110
        
       262
        
SPECIALTY RETAIL—1.4%
5,400   

Lojas Renner SA (BR)

    95
        
TEXTILES, APPAREL & LUXURY GOODS—3.0%
2,924   

Lululemon Athletica Inc. (CAN)*

    73
1,754   

Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. (US)

    131
        
       204
        
TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE—0.5%
10,000   

China Merchants Holdings Co. Ltd. (HK)

    32
        
WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES—1.4%
3,248   

Crown Castle International Corp. (US)*

    98
        
TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
    (Cost $4,631)
    5,864
        
    

PREFERRED STOCKS—1.3%

AUTOMOBILES—0.5%
336   

Volkswagen AG (GER)

    33
        

PREFERRED STOCKS—Continued

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
  MULTILINE RETAIL—0.8%
  8,000   

Lojas Americanas SA (BR)

  $ 53
        
 
 
TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
    (Cost $66)
    86
        
    

SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—11.1%

 

(Cost $757)

 
Principal
Amount
(000s)
          
  REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS
$ 757   

Repurchase Agreement with State Street Corp. dated October 30, 2009 due November 2, 2009 at 0.01% collateralized by Federal National Mortgage Association Notes (market value $774)

    757
        
 
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—98.0%
    (Cost $5,454)
    6,707
        
  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES—2.0%     139
        
  TOTAL NET ASSETS—100.0%   $ 6,846
        

 

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

The following table summarizes the Fund’s investments as of October 31, 2009 based on the inputs used to value them.

 

Asset Category

   Quoted Prices
Level 1 (000s)
   Other Significant
Observable Inputs
Level 2 (000s)
   Significant
Unobservable Inputs
Level 3 (000s)
   Total
(000s)

Common Stocks

           

Europe

   $ 296    $ 457    $    $ 753

Latin America

     1,136                1,136

Middle East/ Central Asia

     96                96

North America

     3,296                3,296

Pacific Basin

     277      306           583

Preferred Stocks

           

Europe

     33                33

Latin America

     53                53

Short-Term Investments

           

Repurchase Agreement

          757           757
                           

Total

   $ 5,187    $ 1,520    $    $ 6,707
                           

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels used in the table above, please refer to Fair Value Measurements in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

* Non-income producing security.

 

1 ADR after the name of a foreign holding stands for American Depositary Receipts representing ownership of foreign securities. ADRs are issued by U.S. banking institutions.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Harbor International Equity Funds

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES—October 31, 2009

 

(All amounts in thousands, except per share amounts)

 

      Harbor
International
Fund
       Harbor
International Growth
Fund
       Harbor
Global Value
Fund
       Harbor
Global Growth
Fund

ASSETS

                 

Investments, at identified cost*

   $ 18,858,800         $ 1,053,608         $ 62,498         $ 5,454

Investments, at value

   $ 24,463,980         $ 1,195,722         $ 55,177         $ 5,950

Repurchase agreements

               51,789                     757

Cash

                                   1

Foreign currency, at value (cost: $19,542; $113; $24; $22)

     19,474           113           24           22

Receivables for:

                 

Investments sold

     68,583           61,704           775           182

Foreign currency spot contracts

               40                     1

Capital shares sold

     52,727           2,770           3           9

Dividends

     19,357           1,998           67           7

Interest

     37                              

Withholding tax receivable

     21,482           1,597           8           3

Other assets

                         7           13

Prepaid registration fees

     54           27           1           1

Total Assets

     24,645,694           1,315,760           56,062           6,946

LIABILITIES

                 

Payables for:

                 

Due to custodian

     14,884           6           399          

Investments purchased

     102,758           35,530           217           82

Foreign currency spot contracts

     649                              

Capital shares reacquired

     17,834           986           4          

Accrued expenses:

                 

Management fees

     14,894           875           43           5

12b-1 fees

     934           13                    

Trustees’ fees and expenses

     284           14           1          

Transfer agent fees

     1,585           76           3          

Other

     3,898           334           14           13

Total Liabilities

     157,720           37,834           681           100

NET ASSETS

   $ 24,487,974         $ 1,277,926         $ 55,381         $ 6,846

Net Assets Consist of

                 

Paid-in capital

   $ 22,378,289         $ 1,692,492         $ 102,820         $ 5,055

Undistributed/(accumulated) net investment income/(loss)

     245,848           10,628           495           13

Accumulated net realized gain/(loss)

     (3,742,769        (619,267        (40,613        525

Unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments and translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies

     5,606,606           194,073           (7,321        1,253
     $ 24,487,974         $ 1,277,926         $ 55,381         $ 6,846

NET ASSETS VALUE PER SHARE BY CLASS

                 

Institutional Class

                 

Net assets

   $ 20,163,806         $ 1,217,725         $ 53,982         $ 6,142

Shares of beneficial interest2

     389,845           115,517           8,928           393

Net asset value per share1

   $ 51.72         $ 10.54         $ 6.05         $ 15.61

Administrative Class

                 

Net assets

   $ 1,408,061         $ 1,702         $ 452         $ 240

Shares of beneficial interest2

     27,414           162           75           15

Net asset value per share1

   $ 51.36         $ 10.50         $ 6.06         $ 15.59

Investor Class

                 

Net assets

   $ 2,916,107         $ 58,499         $ 947         $ 464

Shares of beneficial interest2

     56,995           5,565           156           30

Net asset value per share1

   $ 51.16         $ 10.51         $ 6.04         $ 15.57

 

 

* Including repurchase agreements and short-term investments.

 

1 Per share amounts can be recalculated to the amounts disclosed herein when total net assets and shares of beneficial interest are not rounded to thousands.

 

2 Par value $0.01 (unlimited authorizations).

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Harbor International Equity Funds

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS—Year Ended October 31, 2009

 

(All amounts in thousands)

 

      Harbor
International
Fund
       Harbor
International Growth
Fund
       Harbor
Global Value
Fund
       Harbor
Global Growth
Fund1
 

Investment Income

  

Dividends

   $ 567,123         $ 24,765         $ 901         $ 50   

Interest

     1,905           24                       

Foreign taxes withheld

     (55,411        (2,154        (44        (3

Total Investment Income

     513,617           22,635           857           47   

Operating Expenses

                 

Management fees

     135,098           8,246           376           27   

12b-1 fees:

                 

Administrative Class

     1,925           4           1             

Investor Class

     5,557           106           2             

Shareholder communications

     3,201           427           4           35   

Custodian fees

     4,784           345           66           47   

Transfer agent fees:

                 

Institutional Class

     12,941           863           35           4   

Administrative Class

     642           1                       

Investor Class

     4,481           86           1           1   

Professional fees

     917           52           2           3   

Trustees’ fees and expenses

     319           19           1             

Registration fees

     498           122           46           55   

Miscellaneous

     346           24           7           2   

Total expenses

     170,709           10,295           541           174   

Management fees waived

     (26                              

Transfer agent fees waived

     (2,511        (144        (6        (2

Other expenses waived

                         (88        (139

Custodial expense reductions

     (6        (1                    

Net expenses

     168,166           10,150           447           33   

Net Investment Income/(Loss)

     345,451           12,485           410           14   

Realized and Unrealized Gain/(Loss) on Investment Transactions

                 

Net realized gain/(loss) on:

                 

Investments

     (3,537,245        (215,999        (29,954        525   

Foreign currency transactions

     13,327           663           38           (1

Change in net unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of:

                 

Investments

     8,171,812           522,937           40,982           1,253   

Translations of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies

     2,260           265           (1          

Net gain/(loss) on investment transactions

     4,650,154           307,866           11,065           1,777   

Net Increase/(Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations

   $ 4,995,605         $ 320,351         $ 11,475         $ 1,791   

 

 

 

1 For the period March 1, 2009 (commencement of operations) through October 31, 2009.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Harbor International Equity Funds

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

 

(All amounts in thousands)

 

     Harbor
International Fund
       Harbor
International Growth Fund
 
      November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
     November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
       November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
     November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
 

INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS

             

Operations

             

Net investment income/(loss)

   $ 345,451       $ 629,165         $ 12,485       $ 13,898   

Net realized gain/(loss) on investments

     (3,523,918      (194,096        (215,336      (222,029

Net unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments

     8,174,072         (15,369,099        523,202         (556,748

Net increase/(decrease) in assets resulting from operations

     4,995,605         (14,934,030        320,351         (764,879

Distributions to Shareholders

             

Net investment income:

             

Institutional Class

     (295,462      (339,918        (11,000      (10,822

Administrative Class

     (9,103      (5,916        (11      (3

Investor Class

     (29,577      (27,109        (183      (506

Net realized gain on investments:

             

Institutional Class

             (973,365                  

Administrative Class

             (19,172                  

Investor Class

             (96,415                  

Total distributions to shareholders

     (334,142      (1,461,895        (11,194      (11,331

Net Increase/(Decrease) Derived from Capital Share Transactions

     1,398,455         6,849,517           118,759         620,183   

Net increase/(decrease) in net assets

     6,059,918         (9,546,408        427,916         (156,027

Net Assets

             

Beginning of period

     18,428,056         27,974,464           850,010         1,006,037   

End of period*

   $ 24,487,974       $ 18,428,056         $ 1,277,926       $ 850,010   

*    Includes undistributed/(accumulated) net investment income/(loss) of :

   $ 245,848       $ 238,636         $ 10,628       $ 10,558   

 

 

 

a Commencement of operations.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Harbor
Global Value Fund
       Harbor
Global Growth Fund
November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
     November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
       March 1,
2009a
through
October 31,
2009
       
       
$ 410       $ 1,881         $ 14
  (29,916      (9,377        524
  40,981         (46,137        1,253
  11,475         (53,633        1,791
       
       
  (2,915      (1,194       
  (40      (14       
  (50      (17       
       
          (184       
          (3       
          (4       
  (3,005      (1,416       
  (950      (9,822        5,055
  7,520         (64,871        6,846
       
  47,861         112,732          
$ 55,381       $ 47,861         $ 6,846
$ 495       $ 2,872         $ 13

 

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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS—CAPITAL STOCK ACTIVITY

 

(All amounts in thousands)

 

     Harbor
International Fund
       Harbor
International Growth Fund
 
      November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
     November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
       November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
     November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
 

AMOUNT ($)

             

Institutional Class

             

Net proceeds from sale of shares

   $ 5,315,876       $ 9,295,170         $ 640,620       $ 851,782   

Net proceeds from redemption fees

     2,182         2,563           134         96   

Reinvested distributions

     232,391         1,117,298           10,336         10,336   

Cost of shares reacquired

     (5,137,852      (5,335,157        (545,560      (268,624

Net increase/(decrease) in net assets

   $ 412,597       $ 5,079,874         $ 105,530       $ 593,590   

Administrative Class

             

Net proceeds from sale of shares

   $ 842,077       $ 644,914         $ 931       $ 1,987   

Net proceeds from redemption fees

     102         66                     

Reinvested distributions

     8,804         24,603           8         3   

Cost of shares reacquired

     (212,660      (144,306        (734      (232

Net increase/(decrease) in net assets

   $ 638,323       $ 525,277         $ 205       $ 1,758   

Investor Class

             

Net proceeds from sale of shares

   $ 1,192,630       $ 2,486,025         $ 32,787       $ 51,545   

Net proceeds from redemption fees

     299         301           5         6   

Reinvested distributions

     21,977         106,955           176         490   

Cost of shares reacquired

     (867,371      (1,348,915        (19,944      (27,206

Net increase/(decrease) in net assets

   $ 347,535       $ 1,244,366         $ 13,024       $ 24,835   

SHARES

             

Institutional Class

             

Shares sold

     128,323         147,328           75,547         65,817   

Shares issued due to reinvestment of distributions

     5,951         16,183           1,312         663   

Shares reacquired

     (132,801      (91,337        (60,527      (22,039

Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding

     1,473         72,174           16,332         44,441   

Beginning of period

     388,372         316,198           99,185         54,744   

End of period

     389,845         388,372           115,517         99,185   

Administrative Class

             

Shares sold

     19,143         10,401           105         143   

Shares issued due to reinvestment of distributions

     226         358           1           

Shares reacquired

     (5,225      (2,461        (81      (21

Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding

     14,144         8,298           25         122   

Beginning of period

     13,270         4,972           137         15   

End of period

     27,414         13,270           162         137   

Investor Class

             

Shares sold

     28,829         39,027           3,726         3,570   

Shares issued due to reinvestment distributions

     567         1,563           22         32   

Shares reacquired

     (21,515      (22,698        (2,390      (2,131

Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding

     7,881         17,892           1,358         1,471   

Beginning of period

     49,114         31,222           4,207         2,736   

End of period

     56,995         49,114           5,565         4,207   

 

 

 

a Commencement of operations.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Harbor
Global Value Fund
       Harbor
Global Growth Fund
 
November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
       November 1,
2007
through
October 31,
2008
       March 1,
2009a
through
October 31,
2009
 
         
         
$ 12,844         $ 10,579         $ 4,577   
  2           1             
  2,657           1,370             
  (16,556        (21,042        (38
$ (1,053      $ (9,092      $ 4,539   
         
$ 315         $ 32         $ 155   
                        
  38           17             
  (400        (336          
$ (47      $ (287      $ 155   
         
$ 420         $ 461         $ 386   
                        
  47           18             
  (317        (922        (25
$ 150         $ (443      $ 361   
         
         
  2,615           1,331           396   
  607           143             
  (3,354        (2,257        (3
  (132        (783        393   
  9,060           9,843             
  8,928           9,060           393   
         
  67           4           15   
  9           2             
  (106        (42          
  (30        (36        15   
  105           141             
  75           105           15   
         
  89           52           32   
  10           2             
  (81        (107        (2
  18           (53        30   
  138           191             
  156           138           30   

 

 

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Harbor International Equity Funds Financial Highlights

SELECTED DATA FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING FOR THE PERIODS PRESENTED

 

 

HARBOR INTERNATIONAL FUND

  

     Institutional Class  
Year Ended October 31    2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 40.94      $ 79.46      $ 60.14      $ 47.50      $ 39.37   

Income from Investment Operations

          

Net investment income/(loss)

     0.79 a      1.65 a      1.22 a      0.86 a      0.63 a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     10.76        (36.09     21.44        14.03        8.21   

Total from investment operations

     11.55        (34.44     22.66        14.89        8.84   

Less Distributions

          

Dividends from net investment income

     (0.78     (1.06     (1.46     (1.03     (0.56

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

            (3.02     (1.88     (1.22     (0.15

Total distributions

     (0.78     (4.08     (3.34     (2.25     (0.71

Proceeds from redemption fees

     0.01        f      f      f      f 

Net asset value end of period

     51.72        40.94        79.46        60.14        47.50   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 20,163,806      $ 15,901,353      $ 25,126,599      $ 15,767,303      $ 10,265,053   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

          

Total return

     28.85 %b      (45.43 )%b      39.37 %b      32.46 %b      22.63 %b 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     0.85        0.79        0.82        0.85        0.87   

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     0.83 a      0.79 a      0.81 a      0.85 a      0.87 a 

Ratio of net investment income to average net assets

     1.88 a      2.39 a      1.63 a      1.60 a      1.42 a 

Portfolio turnover

     22        17        13        12        13   
          

HARBOR INTERNATIONAL GROWTH FUND

  

     Institutional Class  
Year Ended October 31    2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 8.21      $ 17.50      $ 12.62      $ 9.76      $ 8.42   

Income from Investment Operations

          

Net investment income/(loss)

     0.09 a      0.14 a      0.18 a      0.03 a      0.08 a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     2.33        (9.24     4.74        2.86        1.33   

Total from investment operations

     2.42        (9.10     4.92        2.89        1.41   

Less Distributions

          

Dividends from net investment income

     (0.09     (0.19     (0.04     (0.03     (0.07

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

                                   

Total distributions

     (0.09     (0.19     (0.04     (0.03     (0.07

Proceeds from redemption fees

     f      f      f      f      f 

Net asset value end of period

     10.54        8.21        17.50        12.62        9.76   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 1,217,725      $ 814,515      $ 958,090      $ 520,470      $ 153,439   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

          

Total return

     29.90 %b      (52.51 )%b      39.05 %b      29.71 %b      16.82 %b 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     0.92        0.90        0.89        0.98        1.00   

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     0.91 a      0.89 a      0.88 a      0.98 a      1.00 a 

Ratio of net investment income to average net assets

     1.15 a      1.39 a      1.38 a      0.79 a      0.87 a 

Portfolio turnover

     125        118        113        100        183   

See page 38 for notes to the Financial Highlights.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Administrative Class      Investor Class  
2009     2008     2007     2006     2005      2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  
$ 40.66      $ 78.99      $ 59.85      $ 47.31      $ 39.25       $ 40.46      $ 78.63      $ 59.60      $ 47.13      $ 39.12   
                  
  0.47 a      1.52 a      1.24 a      0.79 a      0.58 a       0.59 a      1.47 a      1.23 a      0.83 a      0.51 a 
  10.89        (35.90     21.13        13.92        8.13         10.69        (35.77     20.97        13.74        8.08   
  11.36        (34.38     22.37        14.71        8.71         11.28        (34.30     22.20        14.57        8.59   
                  
  (0.67     (0.93     (1.35     (0.95     (0.50      (0.59     (0.85     (1.29     (0.88     (0.43
         (3.02     (1.88     (1.22     (0.15             (3.02     (1.88     (1.22     (0.15
  (0.67     (3.95     (3.23     (2.17     (0.65      (0.59     (3.87     (3.17     (2.10     (0.58
  0.01        f      f      f      f       0.01        f      f      f      f 
  51.36        40.66        78.99        59.85        47.31         51.16        40.46        78.63        59.60        47.13   
$ 1,408,061      $ 539,533      $ 392,772      $ 169,594      $ 82,247       $ 2,916,107      $ 1,987,170      $ 2,455,093      $ 879,695      $ 384,703   
                  
  28.51 %b      (45.56 )%b      39.00 %b      32.16 %b      22.35 %b       28.36 %b      (45.63 )%b      38.84 %b      31.94 %b      22.10 %b 
  1.10        1.05        1.07        1.10        1.12         1.22        1.17        1.20        1.24        1.30   
  1.09 a      1.04 a      1.06 a      1.10 a      1.12 a       1.20 a      1.16 a      1.19 a      1.24 a      1.30 a 
  1.42 a      2.31 a      1.40 a      1.35 a      1.27 a       1.53 a      2.10 a      1.25 a      1.23 a      1.02 a 
  22        17        13        12        13         22        17        13        12        13   
  
  
Administrative Class      Investor Class  
2009     2008     2007     2006     2005      2009     2008     2007     2006     2005  
$ 8.18      $ 17.46      $ 12.60      $ 9.75      $ 8.42       $ 8.17      $ 17.43      $ 12.58      $ 9.74      $ 8.41   
                  
  0.08 a      0.10 a      0.14 a      0.08 a      0.07 a       0.05 a      0.13 a      0.11 a      0.04 a      0.05 a 
  2.32        (9.21     4.73        2.78        1.31         2.34        (9.24     4.74        2.81        1.32   
  2.40        (9.11     4.87        2.86        1.38         2.39        (9.11     4.85        2.85        1.37   
                  
  (0.08     (0.17     (0.01     (0.01     (0.05      (0.05     (0.15            (0.01     (0.04
                                                                    
  (0.08     (0.17     (0.01     (0.01     (0.05      (0.05     (0.15            (0.01     (0.04
  f      f      f      f      f       f      f      f      f      f 
  10.50        8.18        17.46        12.60        9.75         10.51        8.17        17.43        12.58        9.74   
$ 1,702      $ 1,122      $ 257      $ 128      $ 43       $ 58,499      $ 34,373      $ 47,690      $ 23,726      $ 6,772   
                  
  29.59 %b      (52.65 )%b      38.69 %b      29.40 %b      16.46 %b       29.38 %b      (52.67 )%b      38.55 %b      29.29 %b      16.31 %b 
  1.17        1.14        1.14        1.23        1.24         1.29        1.27        1.26        1.37        1.41   
  1.16 a      1.14 a      1.12 a      1.23 a      1.24 a       1.27 a      1.26 a      1.25 a      1.37 a      1.39 a 
  0.91 a      1.02 a      1.19 a      0.67 a      0.57 a       0.75 a      1.10 a      1.03 a      0.56 a      0.35 a 
  125        118        113        100        183         125        118        113        100        183   

 

 

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SELECTED DATA FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING FOR THE PERIODS PRESENTED

 

 

HARBOR GLOBAL VALUE FUND

  

     Institutional Class  
Year Ended October 31    2009     2008     2007     2006e  

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 5.15      $ 11.08      $ 10.83      $ 10.00   

Income from Investment Operations

        

Net investment income/(loss)

     0.12 a      0.22 a      0.18 a      0.03 a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     1.18        (5.99     0.13        0.80   

Total from investment operations

     1.30        (5.77     0.31        0.83   

Less Distributions

        

Dividends from net investment income

     (0.40     (0.14     (0.04       

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

            (0.02     (0.02       

Total distributions

     (0.40     (0.16     (0.06       

Proceeds from redemption fees

     f      f      f      f 

Net asset value end of period

     6.05        5.15        11.08        10.83   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 53,982      $ 46,616      $ 109,071      $ 13,011   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

        

Total return

     28.24 %b      (52.76 )%b      2.89 %b      8.30 %b,d 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     1.21        1.08        1.05        3.41 c 

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     1.00 a      1.00 a      1.00 a      1.00 a,c 

Ratio of net investment income to average net assets

     0.94 a      2.45 a      1.71 a      1.53 a,c 

Portfolio turnover

     72        33        38        5 d 
        

HARBOR GLOBAL GROWTH FUND

  

     Institutional Class     Administrative Class     Investor Class        
Year Ended October 31    2009g     2009g     2009g         

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 10.00      $ 10.00      $ 10.00     

Income from Investment Operations

        

Net investment income/(loss)

     0.03 a      0.03 a      a   

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     5.58        5.56        5.57           

Total from investment operations

     5.61        5.59        5.57           

Less Distributions

        

Dividends from net investment income

                       

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

                             

Total distributions

                             

Net asset value end of period

     15.61        15.59        15.57     

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 6,142      $ 240      $ 464           

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

        

Total return

     56.10 %b,d      55.90 %b,d      55.70 %b,d   

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     5.48 c      5.89 c      5.93 c   

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     1.00 a,c      1.25 a,c      1.37 a,c   

Ratio of net investment income to average net assets

     0.48 a,c      0.29 a,c      0.04 a,c   

Portfolio turnover

     81 d      81 d      81 d         

 

 

1 Includes both short-term and long-term capital gains.

 

2 Percentage does not reflect reduction for credit balance arrangements. (See Note 2 to Financial Statements).

 

a Reflects the Adviser’s waiver, if any, of its management fees and/or other operating expenses.

 

b The total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been waived during the periods shown.

 

c Annualized.

 

d Unannualized.

 

e For the period August 7, 2006 (inception) through October 31, 2006.

 

f Less than $0.01

 

g For the period March 1, 2009 (inception) through October 31, 2009.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Administrative Class     Investor Class  
2009     2008     2007     2006e     2009     2008     2007     2006e  
$ 5.14      $ 11.05      $ 10.83      $ 10.00      $ 5.13      $ 11.04      $ 10.82      $ 10.00   
             
  0.05 a      0.24 a      0.18 a      0.06 a      0.03 a      0.23 a      0.18 a      0.04 a 
  1.25        (6.03     0.09        0.77        1.25        (6.02     0.09        0.78   
  1.30        (5.79     0.27        0.83        1.28        (5.79     0.27        0.82   
             
  (0.38     (0.10     (0.03            (0.37     (0.10     (0.03       
         (0.02     (0.02                   (0.02     (0.02       
  (0.38     (0.12     (0.05            (0.37     (0.12     (0.05       
  f      f      f      f      f      f      f      f 
  6.06        5.14        11.05        10.83        6.04        5.13        11.04        10.82   
$ 452      $ 537      $ 1,553      $ 1,118      $ 947      $ 708      $ 2,108      $ 1,764   
             
  28.04 %b      (52.90 )%b      2.56 %b      8.30 %b,d      27.57 %b      (52.97 )%b      2.52 %b      8.20 %b,d 
  1.44        1.33        1.36        3.66 c      1.58        1.45        1.48        3.79 c 
  1.25 a      1.25 a      1.25 a      1.25 a,c      1.37 a      1.37 a      1.38 a      1.38 a,c 
  0.62 a      2.28 a      1.34 a      1.81 a,c      0.52 a      2.11 a      1.24 a      1.48 a,c 
  72        33        38        5 d      72        33        38        5 d 

 

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(Currency in thousands)

 

NOTE 1—ORGANIZATIONAL MATTERS

Harbor Funds (the “Trust”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”), as an open-end management investment company. The Trust consists of 27 separate portfolios. The portfolios covered by this report include Harbor International Fund, Harbor International Growth Fund, Harbor Global Value Fund and Harbor Global Growth Fund (individually or collectively referred to as a “Fund” or the “Funds,” respectively). Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc. (the “Adviser” or “Harbor Capital”) is the investment adviser for the Funds.

The Funds may offer up to three classes of shares, designated as Institutional Class, Administrative Class, and Investor Class. The shares of each class represent an interest in the same portfolio of investments of the respective Fund and have equal rights to voting, redemptions, dividends, and liquidations, except that: (i) certain expenses, subject to the approval of the Trust’s Board of Trustees, may be applied differently to each class of shares in accordance with current regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Internal Revenue Service; and (ii) shareholders of a class that bears distribution and service expenses under terms of a distribution plan have exclusive voting rights as to that distribution plan.

NOTE 2—SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Trust in the preparation of its financial statements. The preparation of financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The Funds have adopted FASB ASC 105, The FASB Accounting Standards Codification and the Hierarchy of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (the Codification) which is a single source of authoritative nongovernmental U.S. generally accepted accounting standards (US GAAP). All previous US GAAP standards issued by a standard setter are superseded by the Codification. The adoption of ASC 105 had no impact on the Funds’ net assets or results of operations.

Security Valuation

Equity securities, except securities listed on the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotation (“NASDAQ”) system and United Kingdom securities are valued at the last sale price on a national exchange or system on which they are principally traded as of the valuation date. Securities listed on NASDAQ system or a United Kingdom exchange are valued at the official closing price of those securities. In the case of securities for which there were no sales on the valuation day, securities traded principally: (i) on a U.S. exchange, including NASDAQ, will be valued at the mean between the closing bid and asked price; (ii) on a foreign exchange, including United Kingdom securities, will be valued at the official bid price determined as of the close of the primary exchange.

Debt securities, other than short-term securities with a remaining maturity of less than 60 days at the time they are acquired, are valued using evaluated prices furnished by a pricing service selected by the Adviser and approved by the Board of Trustees. An evaluated price represents an assessment by the pricing service using various market inputs of what the pricing service believes is the fair market value of a security at a particular point in time. The pricing service determines evaluated prices for debt securities that would be transacted at institutional-size quantities using inputs including, but not limited to, (i) recent transaction prices and dealer quotes, (ii) transaction prices for what the pricing service believes are securities with similar characteristics, (iii) the pricing vendor’s assessment of the risk inherent in the security taking into account criteria such as credit quality, payment history, liquidity and market conditions, and (iv) various correlations and relationships between security price movements and other factors, such as interest rate changes, which are recognized by institutional traders. Because many debt securities trade infrequently, the pricing vendor will often not have current transaction price information available as an input in determining an evaluated price for a particular security. When current transaction price information is available, it is one input into the pricing service’s evaluation process, which means that the evaluated price supplied by the pricing service will frequently differ from that transaction price. Short-term securities with a remaining maturity of less than 60 days at the time they are acquired are stated at amortized cost, which approximates fair value.

When reliable market quotations or evaluated prices supplied by a pricing vendor are not readily available or are not believed to accurately reflect fair value, securities are priced at their fair value, determined by the Trust’s Valuation

 

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Committee pursuant to procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. A Fund may also use fair value pricing if the value of some or all of the Fund’s securities have been materially affected by events occurring before the Fund’s pricing time but after the close of the primary markets or exchanges on which the security is traded. This most commonly occurs with foreign securities, but may occur with other securities as well. When fair value pricing is employed, the prices of securities used by a Fund to calculate its net asset value may differ from market quotations, official closing prices or evaluated prices for the same securities, which means the Fund may value those securities higher or lower than another fund that uses market quotations, official closing prices or evaluated prices supplied by a pricing vendor.

For the Funds which may invest primarily in international equity securities, the fair value pricing procedures recognize that volatility in the U.S. equity markets may cause prices of foreign securities determined at the close of the foreign market or exchange on which the securities are traded to no longer be reliable when the Funds’ net asset values are determined. As a result, many of the international and global Funds’ foreign equity securities may be valued at their fair value in accordance with the fair value pricing procedures on any given day in an accounting period.

Fair Value Measurements

In September 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures. ASC 820 establishes a framework for measuring fair value and expands disclosures about fair value measurements in financial statements, effective for the Funds’ current fiscal year.

The various inputs that may be used to determine the value of each Fund’s investments are summarized in three categories, defined as Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities. The assignment of an investment to Level 1, 2, or 3 is based on the lowest level of significant inputs used to determine its fair value.

Level 1—Quoted prices in active markets for identical securities.

Level 2—Other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.).

Level 3—Significant unobservable inputs are used in situations where quoted prices or observable inputs are not available. Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs may include the Funds’ own assumptions.

For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, ASC 820 requires a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchases and sales, and transfers in/out of the Level 3 category during the period. A fair value hierarchy and Level 3 reconciliation, when applicable, can be found at the end of each Fund’s Portfolio of Investments schedule.

ASC 820 also provides guidance on determining when there has been a significant decrease in the trading volume and level of activity for a holding, when a transaction is not orderly, and how that information must be incorporated into a fair value measurement. ASC 820 emphasizes that even if there has been a significant decrease in the trading volume and level of activity for a holding and regardless of the valuation techniques used, the objective of a fair value measurement remains the same. The adoption of ASC 820 had no impact on the Funds’ net assets or results of operations.

The Funds used observable inputs in their valuation methodologies whenever they were available and deemed reliable.

Options

Consistent with its investment policies, each Fund may use options contracts to manage its exposure to the stock and bond markets and to fluctuations in interest rates and currency values. Harbor International Fund and Harbor International Growth Fund are not authorized to engage in options transactions on currencies for speculative purposes. Call options tend to decrease a Fund’s exposure to the underlying instrument. Put options tend to increase a Fund’s exposure to the underlying instrument.

 

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When a Fund purchases an option, the premium paid by such Fund is recorded in the Fund’s Statement of Assets and Liabilities as an investment and subsequently marked-to-market to reflect the option’s current market value. Purchased options on futures contracts are valued based on the settlement price for the underlying futures contract. If a purchased option expires, a Fund realizes a loss in the amount of the premium. If a Fund enters into a closing sale transaction, it realizes a gain or loss, depending on whether the proceeds from the sale are greater or less than the cost of the option. If a call option is exercised by the Fund, the cost of the securities acquired by exercising the call is increased by the premium paid to buy the call. If a put option is exercised by the Fund, it realizes a gain or loss from the sale of the underlying security and the proceeds from such sale are decreased by the premium paid. The risk associated with purchasing options is limited to the premium originally paid. A Fund’s maximum risk of loss from counterparty credit risk is also limited to the premium paid for the contract.

When a Fund writes an option, the premium received by such Fund is recorded in the Fund’s Statement of Assets and Liabilities as an asset and an equivalent liability. The amount of the liability is subsequently marked-to-market to reflect the current market value of the option written. Written options on equity securities are valued at the last sale price or, in the absence of a sale, the last offering price on the market on which they are principally traded. Written options on futures contracts are valued based on the settlement price for the underlying futures contract. If an option expires on its stipulated expiration date, or if a Fund enters into a closing purchase transaction, such Fund realizes a gain (or loss if the cost of a closing purchase transaction exceeds the premium received when the option was written) without regard to any unrealized gain or loss on the underlying security, and the liability related to such option is extinguished. If a written call option is exercised, a Fund realizes a gain or loss from the sale of the underlying security and the proceeds of the sale are increased by the premium originally received. If a written put option is exercised, the amount of the premium originally received reduces the cost of the security that a Fund purchases upon exercise of the option.

The risk in writing a call option is that a Fund relinquishes the opportunity to profit if the market price of the underlying security increases and the option is exercised. In writing a put option, a Fund assumes the risk of incurring a loss if the market price of the underlying security decreases and the option is exercised. In addition, there is a risk such Fund may not be able to enter into a closing transaction because of an illiquid secondary market, or if the counterparties do not perform under the contracts’ terms.

There were no outstanding options as of October 31, 2009.

U.S. Government Securities

Securities issued by U.S. Government agencies or government-sponsored enterprises may not be guaranteed by the U.S. Treasury. The Government National Mortgage Association (“GNMA” or “Ginnie Mae”), a wholly owned U.S. Government corporation, is authorized to guarantee, with the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government, the timely payment of principal and interest on securities issued by institutions approved by GNMA and backed by pools of mortgages insured by the Federal Housing Administration or guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Government-related guarantors (i.e., not backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government) include the Federal National Mortgage Association (“FNMA” or “Fannie Mae”) and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (“FHLMC” or “Freddie Mac”). On September 7, 2008, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (“FHFA”) placed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in conservatorship, while the Treasury agreed to purchase preferred stock as needed to ensure that both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac maintain a positive net worth (guaranteeing up to $100 billion for each entity). As a consequence, certain fixed income securities of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have more explicit U.S. Government support.

Foreign Currency Spot Contracts

The Funds may enter into foreign currency spot contracts to facilitate transactions in foreign securities or to convert foreign currency receipts into U.S. dollars. A foreign currency spot contract is an agreement between two parties to buy and sell currencies at the current market rate, for settlement within two business days. The U.S. dollar value of the contracts is determined using current currency exchange rates supplied by a pricing service selected by the Adviser. The contract is

 

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marked-to-market daily for settlements beyond one day and any change in market value is recorded as an unrealized gain or loss. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value on the open and close date. Losses may arise from changes in the value of the foreign currency, or if the counterparties do not perform under the contract’s terms. The maximum potential loss from such contracts is the aggregate face value in U.S. dollars at the time the contract was opened. There is minimal counterparty risk with foreign currency spot contracts, as they are exchange traded and the exchange’s clearinghouse, as counterparty to all exchange traded foreign currency contracts, guarantees the foreign currency spot contracts against default.

Foreign Currency Translations

The accounting records of the Funds are maintained in U.S. dollars. Investment securities and other assets and liabilities denominated in a foreign currency are translated into U.S. dollars based on the current exchange rates at period end. Purchases and sales of securities are translated into U.S. dollars at the current exchange rate on the respective dates of the transaction. Income and withholding taxes are translated at the prevailing exchange rate when accrued or incurred.

Reported net realized gains and losses on foreign currency transactions represent net gains and losses from sales and maturities of foreign forward currency contracts, disposition of foreign currencies, currency gains and losses realized between the trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, and the difference between the amount of investment income accrued and tax reclaims receivable and the U.S. dollar amount actually received. The effects of changes in foreign currency exchange rates on investments in securities are not isolated in the Statement of Operations from the effects of changes in market prices of these securities. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gain or loss on investments.

Repurchase Agreements

Each Fund may enter into repurchase agreements with domestic or foreign banks or with any member firm of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. (“FINRA”), or any affiliate of a member firm which is a primary dealer in U.S. government securities. Each repurchase agreement counterparty must meet the minimum credit quality requirements applicable to the respective Fund generally and meet any other appropriate counterparty criteria as determined by the Fund’s Subadviser. The minimum credit quality requirements are those applicable to a Fund’s purchase of securities generally such that if a Fund is permitted to only purchase securities which are rated investment grade (or the equivalent if unrated), that Fund could only enter into repurchase agreements with counterparties that have debt outstanding that is rated investment grade (or the equivalent if unrated). In a repurchase agreement, a Fund buys a security at one price and simultaneously agrees to sell it back at a higher price. Such agreements must be adequately collateralized to cover the counterparty’s obligation to the Fund to close out the repurchase agreement. The securities will be regularly monitored to ensure that the collateral is adequate. In the event of the bankruptcy of the seller or the failure of the seller to repurchase the securities as agreed, the Fund could suffer losses, including loss of interest on or principal of the securities and costs associated with delay and enforcement of the repurchase agreement.

Investment Income

Dividends declared on portfolio securities are accrued on the ex-dividend date. For foreign securities held, certain dividends are recorded after the ex-dividend date, but as soon as the respective Fund is notified of such dividends. Interest income is accrued daily as earned. Discounts and premiums on fixed income securities purchased are amortized over the life of the respective securities using the effective yield method.

Securities Transactions

Securities transactions are accounted for on the trade date (the date the order to buy or sell is executed). Realized gains or losses on security transactions are determined on the basis of identified cost for both federal income tax and financial reporting purposes.

Proceeds from Litigation

The Funds may receive proceeds from shareholder litigation settlements involving current and/or previously held portfolio holdings. Any proceeds received from litigation involving portfolio holdings are reflected in the Statement of Operations in

 

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realized gain/(loss) if the security has been disposed of by a Fund or in unrealized gain/(loss) if the security is still held by a Fund.

Distribution to Shareholders

Distributions on Fund shares are recorded on the ex-dividend date.

Expenses

Expenses incurred by the Trust with respect to any two or more Harbor Funds are allocated in proportion to the average net assets or the number of shareholders of each fund, except where allocations of direct expense to each fund can be otherwise fairly made.

Custodian

The Funds have credit balance arrangements with the Custodian whereby uninvested cash is invested in a short-term investment vehicle and amounts earned constitute an expense credit which is applied against gross custody expenses. Such custodial expense reductions are reflected on the accompanying Statement of Operations for the year ended October 31, 2009. If the Funds had not entered into such arrangements, the Funds could have invested a portion of the assets in an income-producing asset.

Class Allocations

Income, common expenses and realized and unrealized gains/(losses) are determined at the Fund level and allocated daily to each class of shares based on the appropriate net assets of the respective classes. Distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees are calculated daily at the class level based on the appropriate net assets of each class and the specific expense rate(s) applicable to each class.

Federal Taxes

Each Fund is treated as a separate entity for federal tax purposes. Each Fund’s policy is to meet the requirements of Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute to its shareholders all of its taxable income within the prescribed time. It is also the intention of each Fund to distribute an amount sufficient to avoid imposition of any excise tax under Section 4982 of the Internal Revenue Code. Therefore, no provision has been made for federal taxes on income, capital gains or unrealized appreciation of securities held or excise tax on income and capital gains.

The Funds have adopted ASC 740 Income Taxes. ASC 740 establishes the minimum threshold for recognizing, and a system for measuring, the benefits of tax-return positions in financial statements, effective for the Funds’ current fiscal year. The Funds recognize interest and penalties, if any, related to unrecognized tax benefits as income tax expense in the Statement of Operations. Management has analyzed each Fund’s (except Harbor Global Growth Fund) tax positions taken on federal income tax returns for all open tax years (tax years ended October 31, 2006-2008), including 2009, for purposes of implementing ASC 740, and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in any Fund’s financial statements.

NOTE 3—INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO TRANSACTIONS

Purchases and sales of investments, other than short-term securities, for each Fund for the year ended October 31, 2009 are as follows:

 

     Purchases    Sales
     U.S.
Government
   Other    U.S.
Government
   Other

INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS

           

Harbor International Fund

   $    $ 5,439,557    $    $ 4,098,225

Harbor International Growth Fund

          1,431,625           1,248,360

GLOBAL EQUITY FUNDS

           

Harbor Global Value Fund

   $    $ 31,939    $    $ 34,417

Harbor Global Growth Fund

          7,904           3,732

 

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Each Fund may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests. Such taxes are generally based on income and/or capital gains earned or repatriated. Taxes are accrued and applied to net investment income, net realized gains and unrealized appreciation as such income and/or gains are earned.

NOTE 4—FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES

Investment Adviser

Harbor Capital is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Robeco Groep, N.V. (“Robeco”). Cooperatieve Centrale Raiffeisen-Boevenleenbank B.A. (“Rabobank Nederland”) owns 100% of the shares of Robeco. Harbor Capital is the Trust’s investment adviser and is also responsible for administrative and other services. Separate advisory agreements for each Fund were in effect during the year ended October 31, 2009. The agreements provide for fees based on an annual percentage rate of average daily net assets as follows:

 

     Contractual Rate     Voluntary Waiver     Actual Rate  

INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS

      

Harbor International Fund

   0.75 %/0.65%a    0.02 %b    0.69

Harbor International Growth Fund

   0.75           0.75   

GLOBAL EQUITY FUNDS

      

Harbor Global Value Fund

   0.85     0.85

Harbor Global Growth Fund

   0.85           0.85   

 

 

a The contractual rate is 0.75% on assets up to $12 billion and 0.65% on assets in excess of $12 billion.

 

b

For periods where assets exceeded $24 billion, a 0.02% voluntary waiver was applied on those assets that were in excess of $24 billion.

Harbor Capital has from time to time voluntarily or contractually agreed not to impose a portion of its management fees and to bear a portion of the expenses incurred in the operation of certain Funds in order to limit Fund expenses. Such waivers are reflected on the accompanying Statements of Operations for the respective Funds. Harbor Capital has entered into a contractual expense limitation agreement with each Harbor Global Value Fund and Harbor Global Growth Fund limiting each Fund’s total expenses to 1.00%, 1.25%, and 1.37% for the Institutional Class, Administrative Class and Investor Class, respectively. The contractual expense limitations are effective through February 28, 2010.

Distributor

Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc., (the “Distributor”) a wholly-owned subsidiary of Harbor Capital, is the distributor for Harbor Funds shares. Under the Trust’s current distribution plans pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act with respect to each Fund’s Administrative Class shares and Investor Class shares (collectively, the “12b-1 Plans”), each Fund pays the Distributor compensation at the annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets of Administrative Class shares and of the Investor Class shares. The 12b-1 Plans compensate the Distributor for the purpose of financing any activity which is primarily intended to result in the sale of Administrative and Investor Class shares of the Funds or for servicing of shareholder accounts in the Administrative and Investor Class shares of the Fund. Such activities include, but are not limited to: printing of prospectuses and statements of additional information and reports for prospective shareholders (i.e., other than existing shareholders); preparation and distribution of advertising material and sales literature; expenses of organizing and conducting sales seminars; supplemental payments to dealers or other institutions such as asset-based sales charges or as payments of service fees under shareholder service arrangements; and costs of administering each 12b-1 Plan.

Amounts payable by a Fund under the 12b-1 Plans need not be directly related to the expenses actually incurred by the Distributor on behalf of each Fund. The 12b-1 Plans do not obligate the Funds to reimburse Harbor Funds Distributors for the actual expenses the Distributor may incur in fulfilling its obligations under the 12b-1 Plans. Thus, even if the Distributor’s actual expenses exceed the fee payable to the Distributor at any given time, the Funds will not be obligated to pay more than that fee. If the Distributor’s expenses are less than the fee it receives, the Distributor will retain the difference.

 

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The fees allocated to each Fund’s respective class are shown on the accompanying Statement of Operations.

Transfer Agent

Harbor Services Group, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Harbor Capital, is the shareholder servicing agent for the Funds. Fees incurred for these transfer agent services are shown on each Fund’s Statement of Operations. The shareholder servicing agreement is reviewed and approved annually by the Trustees of the Funds and currently provides for compensation up to the following amounts per class of each Fund:

 

Share Class

  

Transfer Agent Fees

Institutional Class

  

0.09% of the average daily net assets of all Institutional Class shares.

Administrative Class

  

0.09% of the average daily net assets of all Administrative Class shares.

Investor Class

  

0.21% of the average daily net assets of all Investor Class shares.

Effective March 1, 2009, the transfer agent fees for the Institutional and Administrative Class shares increased from 0.06% to 0.09% and increased from 0.18% to 0.21% for the Investor Class shares. Harbor Services Group, Inc. has voluntarily waived a portion of its transfer agent fees during the year ended October 31, 2009. Fees incurred for these transfer agent services are shown on each Fund’s Statements of Operations.

Shareholders

On October 31, 2009, Harbor Capital, Harbor Funds Distributors, and Harbor Services Group, collectively held the following shares of beneficial interest in the Funds:

 

     Harbor Capital Advisors,
Harbor Funds Distributors, and
Harbor Services Group

INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS

  

Harbor International Fund

   8,494

Harbor International Growth Fund

   16,967

GLOBAL EQUITY FUNDS

  

Harbor Global Value Fund

   151,577

Harbor Global Growth Fund

   302,588

Independent Trustees

The fees and expenses of the Independent Trustees allocated to each Fund are shown on each Fund’s Statement of Operations. The Independent Trustees’ remuneration for the International and Global Funds totaled $279 for the year ended October 31, 2009.

The Board of Trustees has adopted a Deferred Compensation Plan for Independent Trustees (the “Plan”) which enables Trustees to elect to defer receipt of all or a portion of the annual compensation they are entitled to receive from the Trust (with the exception of the Harbor Money Market Fund). For purposes of determining the amount owed to a Trustee under the Plan, deferred amounts are treated as though they had been invested in shares of the fund(s) selected by the Trustee. The deferred compensation liability is included as a component of “Trustees’ fees and expenses” in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities and fluctuates with changes in the market value of the selected security. The market value adjustment for all International and Global Funds totaled $11 for the year ended October 31, 2009. The deferred compensation and market-to-market impact will be a liability of the Funds until distributed in accordance with the Plan.

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—Continued

 

(Currency in thousands)

 

NOTE 4—FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES—Continued

 

Redemption Fee

A 2% redemption fee is charged on shares of Harbor International Fund, Harbor International Growth Fund, Harbor Global Value Fund and Harbor Global Growth Fund that are redeemed within 60 days from their date of purchase. All redemption fees are recorded by the Funds as paid-in capital. For the year ended October 31, 2009 the redemption fee proceeds are as follows:

 

     Amount

INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS

  

Harbor International Fund

   $ 2,583

Harbor International Growth Fund

     139

GLOBAL EQUITY FUNDS

  

Harbor Global Value Fund

   $ 2

Harbor Global Growth Fund

    

NOTE 5—TAX INFORMATION

The amount and character of income and net realized gains to be distributed are determined in accordance with income tax rules and regulations, which may differ from generally accepted accounting principles. These differences are attributable to permanent book and tax accounting differences. Reclassifications are made to the Funds’ capital accounts to reflect income and net realized gains available for distribution (or available capital loss carryovers) under income tax rules and regulations. The calculation of net investment income or loss per share in the Financial Highlights include the following amounts reclassified for the year ended October 31, 2009:

 

     Undistributed Net
Investment
Income/(Loss)
    Accumulated
Net Realized
Gain/(Loss)
    Paid-In
Capital
 

INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS

      

Harbor International Fund

   $ (4,097   $ (603   $ 4,700   

Harbor International Growth Fund

     (1,221     215,502        (214,281

GLOBAL EQUITY FUNDS

      

Harbor Global Value Fund

   $ 218      $ (218   $   

Harbor Global Growth Fund

     (1     1          

The tax composition of distributions are as follows:

 

     As of October 31, 2008    As of October 31, 2009
     Ordinary
Income
   Long-Term
Captial
Gains
   Total    Ordinary
Income
   Long-Term
Captial
Gains
   Total

INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS

                 

Harbor International Fund

   $ 497,131    $ 964,764    $ 1,461,895    $ 334,142    $    $ 334,142

Harbor International Growth Fund

     11,331           11,331      11,194           11,194

GLOBAL EQUITY FUNDS

                 

Harbor Global Value Fund

   $ 1,416    $    $ 1,416    $ 3,005    $    $ 3,005

Harbor Global Growth Fund

     N/A      N/A      N/A               

As of October 31, 2009, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis are as follows:

 

     Undistributed
Ordinary
Income
   Undistributed
Long-Term
Capital Gains
   Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)
 

INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS

        

Harbor International Fund

   $ 326,983    $    $ 5,341,227   

Harbor International Growth Fund

     13,121           96,559   

GLOBAL EQUITY FUNDS

        

Harbor Global Value Fund

   $ 500    $    $ (10,210

Harbor Global Growth Fund

     566           1,225   

 

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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—Continued

 

(Currency in thousands)

 

NOTE 5—TAX INFORMATION—Continued

 

At October 31, 2009, the following Funds had capital loss carryforwards for federal tax purposes, which will reduce each Fund’s taxable income arising from future net realized gain on investments, if any, to the extent permitted by the Internal Revenue Code, and thus will reduce the amount of the distribution to shareholders which would otherwise be necessary to relieve each Fund of any liability for federal tax. Pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code, such capital loss carryforwards will expire as listed below:

 

     Capital Loss Carryforwards to Expire In:
     2010    2016    2017    Total

INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS

           

Harbor International Fund*

   $ 5,719    $ 192,848    $ 3,357,702    $ 3,556,269

Harbor International Growth Fund

     182,988      168,306      172,909      524,203

GLOBAL EQUITY FUNDS

           

Harbor Global Value Fund

   $    $ 10,473    $ 27,254    $ 37,727

 

 

* As a result of the tax-free transfer of assets from the acquired fund, certain capital loss carryforwards listed above may be limited.

The identified cost for federal income tax purposes of investments owned by each Fund (including earned discount on corporate short-term notes and commercial paper) and their respective gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation at October 31, 2009 are as follows:

 

     Identified Cost    Gross Unrealized     Net Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)
 
      Appreciation    (Depreciation)    

INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUNDS

          

Harbor International Fund*

   $ 19,124,176    $ 6,494,590    $ (1,154,786   $ 5,339,804   

Harbor International Growth Fund*

     1,151,123      109,525      (13,137     96,388   

GLOBAL EQUITY FUNDS

          

Harbor Global Value Fund*

   $ 65,387    $ 7,650    $ (17,860   $ (10,210

Harbor Global Growth Fund

     5,482      1,246      (22     1,224   

 

 

* Capital loss carryforwards are available which may reduce taxable income from future net realized gain on investments.

NOTE 6—DERIVATIVES

ASC 815

The Funds have adopted FASB ASC 815, Derivative and Hedging. ASC 815 requires qualitative disclosures about objectives and strategies for using derivatives, quantitative disclosures about fair value amounts of derivative instruments and disclosures about credit-risk related contingent features in derivative agreements. The disclosure requirements of ASC 815 distinguish between derivatives which are accounted for as “hedges” and those that do not qualify for such accounting. The Funds’ derivative holdings do not qualify for hedge accounting treatment and as such are recorded at fair value. The adoption of ASC 815 had no impact on the Funds’ net assets or results of operations.

As of October 31, 2009, there were no outstanding derivative positions in the Funds.

NOTE 7—SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

ASC 855

Through December 17, 2009, the date the financial statements were available to be issued, no subsequent events or transactions had occurred that would have materially impacted the financial statements as of October 31, 2009 as presented herein.

 

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

 

To the Shareholders and Board of Trustees of

Harbor Funds

We have audited the accompanying statements of assets and liabilities of Harbor funds (the Trust) (portfolios comprising of, respectively, Harbor International Fund, Harbor International Growth Fund, Harbor Global Value Fund, and Harbor Global Growth Fund), including the portfolios of investments, as of October 31, 2009, and the related statements of operations for the year then ended (period then ended for Harbor Global Growth Fund) the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended (period then ended for Harbor Global Growth Fund) and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein. These financial statements and financial highlights are the responsibility of the Trust’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements and financial highlights based on our audits.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements and financial highlights are free of material misstatement. We were not engaged to perform an audit of the Trust’s internal control over financial reporting. Our audits included consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Trust’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements and financial highlights, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of October 31, 2009, by correspondence with the custodian and brokers or by other appropriate auditing procedures where replies from brokers were not received. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

In our opinion, the financial statements and financial highlights referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of each of the respective portfolios constituting Harbor Funds at October 31, 2009, the results of their operations for the year then ended and the changes in their net assets for each of the two years in the period then ended (period then ended for the Harbor Global Growth Fund), and financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.

LOGO

Boston, Massachusetts

December 17, 2009

 

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FEES AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE (Unaudited)

 

 

As a shareholder of a Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including redemption fees and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees, distribution and service (12b-1) fees, and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in a Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period May 1, 2009 through October 31, 2009.

Actual Expenses

The first line of the table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each share class. You may use the information in the respective class line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line of the respective class under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The second line of the table for each share class below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the respective Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the respective Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in a Fund to other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as redemption fees. Therefore, the second line of the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.

 

     Annualized
Expense Ratio
     Expenses Paid
During Period*
    

Beginning Account
Value

(May 1, 2009)

    

Ending Account
Value

(October 31, 2009)

Harbor International Fund

                   

Institutional Class

   0.83%                 

Actual

        $ 4.90      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,343.73

Hypothetical (5% return)

          4.23        1,000.00        1,020.92

Administrative Class

   1.09%                 

Actual

        $ 6.43      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,342.04

Hypothetical (5% return)

          5.55        1,000.00        1,019.57

Investor Class

   1.20%                 

Actual

        $ 7.08      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,341.37

Hypothetical (5% return)

          6.11        1,000.00        1,019.00

Harbor International Growth Fund

                   

Institutional Class

   0.91%                 

Actual

        $ 5.17      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,253.27

Hypothetical (5% return)

          4.63        1,000.00        1,020.50

Administrative Class

   1.16%                 

Actual

        $ 6.59      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,251.49

Hypothetical (5% return)

          5.90        1,000.00        1,019.21

Investor Class

   1.27%                 

Actual

        $ 7.20      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,251.19

Hypothetical (5% return)

            6.46        1,000.00        1,018.64

 

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FEES AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE—Continued

 

 

       Annualized
Expense Ratio
     Expenses Paid
During Period*
    

Beginning Account
Value

(May 1, 2009)

    

Ending Account
Value

(October 31, 2009)

Harbor Global Value Fund

                   

Institutional Class

     1.00%                 

Actual

          $ 5.84      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,318.08

Hypothetical (5% return)

            5.09        1,000.00        1,020.04

Administrative Class

     1.25%                 

Actual

          $ 7.29      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,314.53

Hypothetical (5% return)

            6.36        1,000.00        1,018.75

Investor Class

     1.37%                 

Actual

          $ 7.99      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,313.04

Hypothetical (5% return)

            6.97        1,000.00        1,018.13

Harbor Global Growth Fund

                     

Institutional Class

     1.00%                 

Actual

          $ 5.79      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,298.67

Hypothetical (5% return)

            5.09        1,000.00        1,020.04

Administrative Class

     1.25%                 

Actual

          $ 7.24      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,297.00

Hypothetical (5% return)

            6.36        1,000.00        1,018.75

Investor Class

     1.37%                 

Actual

          $ 7.93      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,295.34

Hypothetical (5% return)

              6.97        1,000.00        1,018.13
* Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized expense ratio, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 184/365 (to reflect the one-half year period).

 

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (Unaudited)

 

 

ADDITIONAL TAX INFORMATION

The Funds designate a portion of their distributions from investment company taxable income for the fiscal year as qualifying for the dividends received deduction for corporate shareholders.

 

     % of
Distribution
 

INTERNATIONAL FUNDS

  

Harbor International Fund

   2

GLOBAL FUNDS

  

Harbor Global Value Fund

   28

For the fiscal year ended October 31, 2009, the Funds designate up to the maximum amount of such dividends allowable pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code, as qualified dividend income eligible for reduced tax rates. These lower rates range from 5% to 15% depending on an individual’s tax bracket. If the Funds pay a distribution during calendar year 2009, complete information will be reported in conjunction with Form 1099-DIV.

The Funds designate the following for Federal income tax purposes:

 

 

     Foreign Taxes Paid
($000s)
   Foreign Source
Income Earned
($000s)

INTERNATIONAL FUNDS

     

Harbor International Fund

   $ 54,407    $ 567,125

Harbor International Growth Fund

     2,177      24,765

GLOBAL FUNDS

     

Harbor Global Value Fund

   $ 45    $ 504

Shareholders who own a taxable Harbor Funds account and that received distributions from a Fund during calendar year 2009 will receive a Form 1099-DIV in January 2010 that will show the tax character of those distributions.

PROXY VOTING

The Funds have adopted Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures under which the Funds vote proxies relating to securities held by the Funds. In addition, the Funds file Form N-PX, with its complete proxy voting record for the 12 months ended June 30th, no later than August 31st of each year. A description of the Funds’ Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures and the Funds’ proxy voting record (Form N-PX) is available (i) without charge, upon request, by calling Harbor Funds toll-free at 800-422-1050; (ii) on the Funds website at www.harborfunds.com; and (iii) on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

HOUSEHOLDING

Harbor Funds has adopted a policy that allows it to send only one copy of a Fund’s prospectus, proxy material, annual report and semi-annual report to certain shareholders residing at the same household. This reduces Fund expenses, which benefits you and other shareholders. If you need additional copies or do not want your mailings to be “householded,” please call the Shareholder Servicing Agent at 800-422-1050. Individual copies will be sent within thirty (30) days after the Shareholder Servicing Agent receives your instructions. Your consent to householding is considered valid until revoked.

QUARTERLY PORTFOLIO DISCLOSURES

Each Fund files a complete portfolio of investments with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. The Funds’ Form N-Q is available (i) without charge, upon request, by calling Harbor Funds toll-free at 800-422-1050, (ii) on the Funds’ website at www.harborfunds.com, and (iii) on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. The form may also be viewed and copied at the Commission’s Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. Information regarding the operations of the Public Reference Room may also be obtained by calling 800-SEC-0330.

 

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION—Continued

 

 

TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS

(As of December 2009)

The business and affairs of the Trust is managed by or under the direction of the Trustees, and they have all powers necessary or desirable to carry out that responsibility. The Trustees have full power and authority to take or refrain from taking any action and to execute any contracts and instruments that they may consider necessary or desirable in the management of the Trust. Any determination made by the Trustees in good faith as to what is in the best interests of the Trust shall be conclusive. Information pertaining to the Trustees and Officers of Harbor Funds is set forth below. Except as noted, the address of each Trustee and Officer is 111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4302.

 

Name (Age)
Position(s) with Fund
Address
  Term of
Office and
Length of
Time Served1
   Principal Occupation(s) During Past Five Years   Number of
Portfolios in
Fund Complex
Overseen by
Trustee
  Other Directorships
of Public Companies
Held by Trustee
INDEPENDENT TRUSTEES

Raymond J. Ball (65)

Trustee

    University of Chicago

    Graduate School of Business

    5807 South Woodlawn Avenue

    Chicago, IL 60637

  Since 2006    Sidney Davidson Professor of Accounting, University of Chicago Booth School of Business (2000-Present); Advisor, Sensory Networks (computer security firm) (2001-Present); Academic Affiliate, Analysis Group (litigation consulting firm) (2000-Present); and Professor, European Institute of Advanced Studies in Management (1998-Present).   27   None

Howard P. Colhoun (74)

Trustee

    14114 Mantua Mill Road

    Glyndon, MD 21071

  Since 1986    Retired. General Partner, Emerging Growth Partners, L.P. (investing in small companies) (1982-1997); Director, Storage U.S.A. (1994-2002); and Vice President and Director of Mutual Funds, T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. (prior to 1982).   27   None

John P. Gould (70)

Trustee

    University of Chicago

    Graduate School of Business

    5807 South Woodlawn Avenue

    Chicago, IL 60637

  Since 1994    Steven G. Rothmeier Professor (1996-Present) and Distinguished Service Professor of Economics, University of Chicago Booth School of Business (1984-Present, on faculty since 1965); Trustee of Milwaukee Insurance (1997-Present); Director of Unext.com (Internet based education company) (1999-2006); and Principal and Executive Vice President of Lexecon Inc. (economics consulting firm) (1994-2004).   27  

Independent Trustee of Dimensional Fund Advisors family of mutual funds

(1986-Present).

Rodger F. Smith (68)

Trustee

    6 High Ridge Park

    Stamford, CT 06905

  Since 1987    Managing Director, Greenwich Associates (a research based consulting firm) (1976-Present); Director of Arlington Capital Management (CI) Limited (investment advisory firm) (1992-Present); and Chair of Trust Advisory Committee of Tau Beta Pi Association (engineering honor society) (1985-Present).   27   None
INTERESTED TRUSTEE

David G. Van Hooser (63)*

Chairman, Trustee and
President

  Since 2000    President (2002-Present), Director and Chairman of the Board (2000-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Chief Executive Officer (2007-Present), President (2003-2007) and Director (2000-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.; and Director, Harbor Services Group, Inc. (2000-Present).   27   None

 

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION—Continued

 

 

Name (Age)
Position(s) with Fund
Address
  Term of
Office and
Length of
Time Served1
   Principal Occupation(s) During Past Five Years        
FUND OFFICERS**

Charles F. McCain (40)

Chief Compliance Officer

  Since 2004    Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer (2004-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Director (2007-Present) and Chief Compliance Officer (2004-Present) Harbor Services Group, Inc.; Director, Executive Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer (2007-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors Inc.; and Junior Partner, Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (law firm) (1996-2004).

Anmarie S. Kolinski (38)

Treasurer

  Since 2007    Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (2007-Present), Vice President – Internal Audit (2005-2007), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Chief Financial Officer (2007-Present), Harbor Services Group, Inc., and Audit Senior Manager (2002-2005), Ernst & Young LLP.

Erik D. Ojala (34)

Vice President and Secretary

  Since 2007    Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel (2007-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Vice President and Assistant General Counsel (2003-2007), Corporate Secretary (2006-2007) and Compliance Officer (2003-2004), Ariel Investments, LLC; and Vice President and Secretary (2003-2007), Ariel Investment Trust (mutual funds).

Brian L. Collins (41)

Vice President

  Since 2005    Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer (2004-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; and Director, U.S. Investment Management Research (1998-2004), Mercer Investment Consulting, Inc.

Charles P. Ragusa (50)

Vice President

  Since 2007    Executive Vice President (2007-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; President (2007-Present), Harbor Services Group, Inc.; Executive Vice President (2007-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.; Vice President, Mutual Fund Operations (2005-2007) Boston Financial Data Services, Inc.; and Senior Vice President (2002-2005), IXIS Asset Management Services Co.

Jodie L. Crotteau (37)

Assistant Secretary

  Since 2005    Vice President, Secretary and Compliance Director (2007-Present), Assistant Secretary (2005-2007), Compliance Manager (2005-2006), and Regulatory Compliance Specialist (2004-2005), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Assistant Secretary (2005-Present), Harbor Services Group, Inc.; and Assistant Secretary (2007-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.

Susan A. DeRoche (57)

Assistant Secretary

    33 Arch Street
    Suite 2001

    Boston, MA 02110

  Since 2006    Vice President and Compliance Director (2007-Present), Assistant Secretary (2006-Present) and Compliance Manager (2006), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Secretary (2007-Present) Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.; and Securities Specialist (1981-2006), Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (law firm).

 

 

 

 

1 Each Trustee serves for an indefinite term, until his successor is elected. Each officer is elected annually.
* Mr. Van Hooser is deemed an “Interested Trustee” due to his affiliation with the Adviser and Distributor of Harbor Funds.
** Officers of the Funds are “interested persons” as defined in the Investment Company Act.

(This document must be preceded or accompanied by a Prospectus.)

 

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Harbor’s Privacy Statement

 

 

The following privacy statement is issued by Harbor Funds and each series of Harbor Funds and its affiliates, Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc., Harbor Services Group, Inc. and Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc. These measures reflect our commitment to maintaining the privacy of your confidential information. We appreciate the confidence you have shown by entrusting us with your assets.

 

 

Personal Information

 

It is our policy to respect the privacy of current and former shareholders and to protect personal information entrusted to us. We do not sell your personal information to anyone.

In the course of providing products and services, we collect non-public personal information about you from the following sources: applications, forms, our website (including any information captured through our use of “cookies”) and transactions with us, our affiliates or other parties.

The non-public personal information collected may include name, address, e-mail address, telephone/fax numbers, account number, social security or taxpayer identification number, investment activity, and bank account information.

When you visit our website, we may collect technical and navigational information, such as computer browser type, Internet protocol address, pages visited and average time spent on our website. We may use this information to alert you to software compatibility issues, or to improve our web design and functionality. We use “cookies” and similar files that may be placed on your hard drive for security purposes, to facilitate site navigation and to personalize the appearance of our site.

 

 

Information Sharing

 

We occasionally disclose non-public personal information about our current or former shareholders with affiliated and non-affiliated parties, as permitted or required by law or regulation. In the normal course of servicing our shareholders, information we collect may be shared with non-affiliated companies that perform support services on our behalf or to other firms that assist us in providing you with products and services, such as custodians, transfer agents, broker-dealers and marketing service firms, as well as with other financial institutions. These companies may not use the information for any other purpose. We may also share information with affiliates that are engaged in a variety of financial services in order to better service your account(s).

When information is shared with third parties, they are not permitted to use the information for any purpose other than to assist our servicing of your account(s) or as permitted by law.

If you close your account(s) or if we lose contact with you, we will continue to share information in accordance with our current privacy policy and practices.

 

 

Access to Information

 

Access to non-public personal information is limited to employees, agents or other parties who need to know that information to perform their jobs, such as servicing your account(s), resolving problems or informing you of new products or services.

 

 

Security

 

We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards to protect your non-public personal information.

For customers accessing information through our website, various forms of Internet security, such as data encryption firewall barriers, user names and passwords, and other tools are used. For additional information regarding our security measures, visit the terms and conditions of use on our website at www.harborfunds.com.

 

We recommend that you read and retain this notice for your personal files

 

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Glossary

 

 

Russell 1000® Growth Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for larger capitalization growth stocks. Measures the performance of those Russell 1000® companies with higher price-to-book ratios and higher forecasted growth value.

Standard & Poor’s 500 Stock Index (S&P 500)—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. stock market.

Russell Midcap® Growth Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for medium capitalization growth stocks.

Russell 2000® Growth Index—An unmanaged index representing the smallest 2000 stocks with the highest price-to-book ratio and future earnings according to the Frank Russell Company.

Russell 1000® Value Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for larger capitalization value stocks.

Russell Midcap® Value Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for medium capitalization value stocks.

Russell 2000® Value Index—An unmanaged index representing the smallest 2000 stocks with the lowest price-to-book ratio and future earnings according to the Frank Russell Company.

MSCI EAFE Index (Morgan Stanley Capital International—Europe, Australasia, Far East)—An unmanaged index generally representative of major overseas stock markets that is designed to measure developed market equity performance, excluding the U.S. and Canada.

MSCI EAFE Growth Index (Morgan Stanley Capital International—Europe, Australasia, Far East Growth)—An unmanaged index generally representative of growth stocks within the major overseas stock markets.

MSCI (Morgan Stanley Capital International) World Index—A free float-adjusted market capitalization index that is designed to measure global developed market equity performance.

BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield Index—An unmanaged index that tracks the performance of below investment grade U.S. dollar-denominated corporate bonds publicly issued in the U.S. domestic market.

Barclays Capital Aggregate (U.S.) Bond Index—An unmanaged index of investment-grade fixed-rate debt issues with maturities of at least one year.

Barclays Capital U.S. TIPS Index—An unmanaged market index comprised of all U.S. Treasury Inflation Protected Securities rated investment grade (Baa3 or better), having at least one year to final maturity, and at least $250 million par amount outstanding.

BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year US Treasury Index—An unmanaged index consisting of all public U.S. Treasury obligations having maturities from 1 to 2.99 years and reflects total return.

BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month Treasury Bills—90-day Treasury Bills are debt obligations issued by the U.S. government with a maturity of 90 days.

12b-1 Fee—A mutual fund fee, named for the SEC rule that permits it, used to pay for broker-dealer compensation and other distribution costs. If a fund has a 12b-1 fee, it will be disclosed in the fee table of a fund’s prospectus.

ADR—ADR after the name of a foreign holding stands for American Depositary Receipts representing ownership of foreign securities. ADRs are issued by U.S. banking institutions.

Average Market Capitalization—The average market capitalization of a fund’s equity portfolio gives you a measure of the size of the companies in which the fund invests. Market capitalization is calculated by multiplying the number of a company’s shares outstanding by its price per share.

Average Weighted Coupon—A calculation from a fund’s portfolio by weighting the coupon of each bond by its relative size in the portfolio.

Beta—A measure of market-related risk. The beta of every index is 1.00, no matter how volatile the index is. A beta less than one means the portfolio is less volatile than the index. A beta higher than one indicates more volatility than the index.

Bottom-Up Equity Management Style—A management style that de-emphasizes the significance of economic and market cycles, focusing instead on the analysis of individual stocks.

 

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Capital Gains Distribution—Profits distributed to shareholders resulting from the sale of securities held in the fund’s portfolio.

Credit Risk—The possibility that a bond issuer may not be able to pay interest and repay its debt.

CUSIP Number—Identification number assigned to every stock, corporate bond and municipal bond by the Committee on Uniform Securities Identification Procedures (CUSIP), which is established by the American Bankers Association.

Diversification—The practice of investing broadly across securities of a number of issuers to reduce risk.

Duration—A common gauge of the price sensitivity of a fixed income asset or portfolio to a change in interest rates.

Emerging Markets—Emerging markets are countries with relatively young stock and bond markets. Examples include Brazil and Thailand. Typically, emerging-markets investments have the potential for losses and gains larger than those of developed-market investments.

Expense Ratio—The fund’s total annual operating expenses (including management fees, distribution (12b-1) fees and other expenses) expressed as a percentage of average net assets.

Family of Funds—A group of mutual funds, each typically with its own investment objective, managed and distributed by the same company.

GDR—GDR after the name of a holding stands for Global Depositary Receipt representing ownership of foreign securities. GDRs are issued by either U.S. or non-U.S. banking organizations.

Inception Date—The date on which the fund commenced operations.

Investment Objective—The goal that an investor and mutual fund pursue together (e.g., current income, long-term capital growth, etc.)

Median Market Cap—An indicator of the size of companies in which a fund invests; the midpoint of market capitalization (market price x shares outstanding) of a fund’s stocks, weighted by the proportion of the fund’s assets invested in each stock. Stocks representing half of the fund’s assets have market capitalizations above the median, and the rest are below it.

Net Asset Value (NAV)—The per share value of a mutual fund, determined by subtracting the fund’s liabilities from its assets and dividing by the number of shares outstanding. Mutual funds calculate their NAVs at least once each business day.

No-load Fund—A mutual fund whose shares are sold without a sales commission and without a 12b-1 fee of more than .25 percent per year. Harbor funds are no-load.

Open-End Investment Company—The legal name for a mutual fund, indicating that it stands ready to redeem (buy back) its shares from investors on any business day. Harbor Funds is an open-end investment company.

Operating Expenses—Business costs paid from a fund’s assets before earnings are distributed to shareholders. These include management fees and 12b-1 fees and other expenses.

Portfolio Manager—A specialist employed by a mutual fund’s adviser to invest the fund’s assets in accordance with predetermined investment objectives.

Portfolio Turnover—A measure of the trading activity in a fund’s investment portfolio (how often securities are bought and sold by a fund). An indication of a fund’s trading activity. Funds with high turnover rates incur higher transaction costs and may be more likely to distribute capital gains (which may be taxable to investors).

Price to Book Ratio (P/B)—A ratio used to compare a stock’s market value to its book value. It is calculated by dividing the current closing price of the stock by the latest quarter’s book value. For a fund, the weighted average price/book ratio of the stocks it holds.

Price to Earnings Ratio (P/E)—The ratio of a stock’s current price to its per-share earnings over the past year. For a fund, the weighted average P/E of the stocks it holds. P/E is an indicator of market expectations about corporate prospects; the higher the P/E, the greater the market expectations are for a company’s future growth.

Prospectus—The official document that describes a mutual fund to prospective investors. The prospectus contains information required by the SEC, such as investment objectives and policies, risks, services and fees.

 

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R-Squared—R-Squared is the measure of correlation between a fund and the market (benchmark). It is calculated by regressing the fund against an appropriate index over time. Values range between 0 and 1. The higher the value of R-Square, the greater the correlation between the two. R-Squared is calculated over the last 36 months. An R-squared of 1 means that all movements of a fund are completely explained by movements in the index. Conversely, a low R-squared indicates that very few of the fund’s movements are explained by movements in its benchmark index. An R-squared measure of 0.35, for example, means that only 35% of the fund’s movements can be explained by movements in its benchmark index. Therefore, R-squared can be used to ascertain the significance of a particular beta or alpha. Generally, a higher R-squared will indicate a more useful beta figure. If the R-squared is lower, then the beta is less relevant to the fund’s performance.

Record Date—The date on which a shareholder must officially own shares in order to be entitled to a dividend.

Redemption Fee—Fee charged to shareholders by a mutual fund when they sell shares within a specified period after purchase. The time limit and size of fee vary among funds. The fee is paid to the fund, not the fund’s investment adviser. Its purpose is to protect long-term investors from the impact of short-term traders.

REITs (Real Estate Investment Trust)—REITs invest in real estate or loans secured by real estate and issue shares in such investments. A REIT is similar to a closed-end mutual fund.

Repurchase Agreement (Repo)—A form of short-term borrowing for dealers in government securities. The dealer sells the government securities to investors, usually on an overnight basis, and buys them back the following day. For the party selling the security (and agreeing to repurchase it in the future), it is a repo. For the party on the other end of the transaction (buying the security and agreeing to sell back in the future), it is a reverse repurchase agreement.

Risk/Reward (or Return)—The relationship between the degree of risk associated with an investment and its return potential. Typically, the higher the potential return of an investment, the greater the risk.

Statement of Additional Information (SAI)—The supplementary document to a prospectus that contains more detailed information about a mutual fund; also known as “Part B” of a fund’s registration statement.

TBAs—A term used to describe a forward mortgage-backed securities trade. Pass-through securities issued by Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae and Ginnie Mae trade in the TBA market. The term TBA is derived from the fact that the actual mortgage-backed security that will be delivered to fulfill a TBA trade is not designated at the time the trade is made. The securities are “to be announced” 48 hours prior to the established trade settlement date.

TIPS—Treasury inflation-protected securities (TIPS) are securities in which the principal amount is adjusted for inflation and interest payments are applied to the inflation-adjusted principal.

Top-Down Equity Management Style—Investment style that begins with an assessment of the overall economic environment and makes a general asset allocation decision regarding various sectors of the financial markets and various industries.

Total Return—Return on an investment over a specified period, including price appreciation (or depreciation) plus any income, expressed as an average annual compound of return.

Yield to Maturity—The term used to describe the rate of return an investor will receive if a long-term, interest-bearing security, such as a bond, is held to its maturity date. Yield to maturity is greater than the coupon rate if the bond is selling at a discount and less than the coupon rate if it is selling at a premium.

Weighted Average Credit Quality—Average credit quality gives a snapshot of the portfolio’s overall credit quality. It is an average of each bond’s credit rating, adjusted for its relative weighting in the portfolio. U.S. government bonds carry the highest credit rating, while bonds issued by speculative or bankrupt companies usually carry the lowest credit ratings. Anything at or below BB is considered a high-yield or “junk” bond.

Weighted Average Duration—Duration is a time measure of a bond’s interest-rate sensitivity, based on the weighted average of the time periods over which a bond’s cash flows accrue to the bondholder. Time periods are weighted by multiplying by the present value of its cash flow divided by the bond’s price. (A bond’s cash flows consist of coupon payments and repayment of capital.) A bond’s duration will almost always be shorter than its maturity, with the exception of zero-coupon bonds, for which maturity and duration are equal.

Weighted Average Maturity—The average length of time until principal must be repaid for all bonds in a mutual fund portfolio on a dollar weighted basis.

Yield—A measure of net income (dividends and interest) earned by the securities in the fund’s portfolio less fund expenses during a specified period. A fund’s yield is expressed as a percentage of the maximum offering price per share on a specified date.

 

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111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor   Chicago, IL 60606-4302   800-422-1050   www.harborfunds.com

 

Trustees & Officers

David G. Van Hooser

Chairman, President & Trustee

Raymond J. Ball

Trustee

Howard P. Colhoun

Trustee

John P. Gould

Trustee

Rodger F. Smith

Trustee

Charles F. McCain

Chief Compliance Officer

Anmarie S. Kolinski

Treasurer

Erik D. Ojala

Vice President & Secretary

Brian L. Collins

Vice President

Charles P. Ragusa

Vice President

Jodie L. Crotteau

Assistant Secretary

Susan A. DeRoche

Assistant Secretary

 

Investment Adviser

Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.

111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor

Chicago, IL 60606-4302

Distributor & Principal Underwriter

Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.

111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor

Chicago, IL 60606-4302

312-443-4400

Shareholder Servicing Agent

Harbor Services Group, Inc.

P.O. Box 804660

Chicago, IL 60680-4108

800-422-1050

Custodian

State Street Bank & Trust Company

225 Franklin Street

Boston, MA 02110

Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Ernst & Young LLP

200 Clarendon Street

Boston, MA 02116

 

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Annual Report

October 31, 2009

Strategic Markets Funds

 

Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund


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Letter from the Chairman

     1

HARBOR COMMODITY REAL RETURN STRATEGY FUND

    

Manager’s Commentary

     3

Fund Summary

     5

Fund Performance Summary

     6

Consolidated Portfolio of Investments

     7

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

     11

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

     12

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

     13

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

     15

Consolidated Notes to Financial Statements

     16

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

     28

Fees and Expense Example

     29

Additional Information

    

ADDITIONAL TAX INFORMATION

     30

PROXY VOTING

     30

HOUSEHOLDING

     30

QUARTERLY PORTFOLIO DISCLOSURES

     30

TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS

     31

Harbor’s Privacy Statement

     33

Glossary

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Letter from the Chairman

 

 

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David G. Van Hooser

Chairman

 

Dear Fellow Shareholder:

This is the first separate annual report for what we are calling the Harbor Funds’ Strategic Markets funds. Strategic Markets funds are Harbor Funds that have a specialized role in a shareholder’s asset allocation or portfolio. These funds may provide additional diversification benefits or have greater risk or both. Regardless of their benefits, such funds, like any investment, should always be evaluated carefully by shareholders. The only fund we currently include in Strategic Markets is the Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund, which was launched on September 2, 2008.

The Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund invests in commodities. The Fund provides investors with exposure to commodities markets through the use of various commodity-linked derivative instruments backed by investments in Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS) or other fixed income securities.

Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund

The Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund outperformed its benchmark, the Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM, by a wide margin. The Fund posted a return of 16.55% (Institutional Class) for the fiscal year while the index returned 0.10%.

As always, we encourage investors to maintain a long-term focus in evaluating their portfolios. Comments by the portfolio manager of the Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund can be found beginning on page 3.

Domestic Equity, International Equity, and Fixed Income

The fiscal year ended October 31, 2009 was one of the most remarkable years in history for the financial markets. As the fiscal year began, domestic equity markets were experiencing declines of a magnitude last seen over 70 years ago. Certain segments of the credit markets had very limited liquidity and fixed income investors were seeking the safety of U.S. Treasury securities. The financial crisis broadened into an economic crisis with declines in domestic spending and consumer confidence and an increase in unemployment. These conditions were not confined to the U.S. Almost every market and economy in the world was experiencing a similar or related crisis.

The financial and economic environment had a severe impact on the domestic equity markets early in fiscal 2009. The domestic equity market, as measured by the Wilshire 5000 Total Market Index, was down 29.01% from the end of fiscal 2008 (October 31, 2008) to March 9, 2009. Then, when many prognosticators thought the equity market could only get worse, equity markets around the world staged a stunning recovery as investors began to focus on early indications suggesting that financial and economic conditions were starting to improve. The Wilshire 5000SM rose 56.81% from March 9 to October 31 to finish up 11.34% for fiscal 2009. While domestic equity markets were improving, international equity markets were showing even stronger results. The MSCI EAFE Index of stocks in developed overseas markets had a return of 27.71% (in U.S. dollars). For U.S. investors, international returns as measured by the MSCI EAFE Index were aided by almost 1,400 basis points due to the weaker U.S. dollar. Emerging markets staged a robust recovery, with the MSCI Emerging Markets Index posting a gain of 64.13%.

The broad based U.S. investment-grade bond market, as measured by the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, was up 13.79% as investors became more comfortable with riskier fixed income investments during the fiscal year. The high-yield bond market, down by more than 25% in the prior fiscal year, was the best overall performing fixed income asset class, with a return of more than 48% in fiscal 2009. The yield of the 10-Year Treasury Note was 3.39% on October 31, 2009, down from 3.97% at the end of fiscal 2008. Money market yields were only a few basis points at fiscal year end as the Federal Reserve in December 2008 reduced the federal funds target rate to a range of 0% to 0.25%.

 

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Returns of various market indices are shown in the table below.

 

       RETURNS FOR PERIODS ENDED OCTOBER 31, 2009  
               Annualized  

Strategic Markets

     1 Year      5 Years      10 Years      30 Years  

Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM

     0.10    -0.39    7.10    N/A   

Domestic Equities

                             

Wilshire 5000SM (entire U.S. stock market)

     11.34    1.06    0.06    11.05

S&P 500 (large cap stocks)

     9.80       0.33       -0.95       11.20   

Russell Midcap® (mid cap stocks)

     18.75       2.40       5.09       12.65   

Russell 2000® (small cap stocks)

     6.46       0.59       4.11       10.52   

Russell 3000® Growth

     17.04       1.26       -3.14       9.91   

Russell 3000® Value

     4.56       -0.05       2.11       11.79   

International & Global

                             

MSCI EAFE (foreign stocks)

     27.71    5.10    2.04    9.75

MSCI World (global stocks)

     18.42       2.64       0.23       9.69   

MSCI Emerging Markets

     64.13       16.78       11.16       N/A   

Fixed Income

                             

BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield (high-yield bonds)

     48.79    6.02    6.28    N/A   

Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond (domestic bonds)

     13.79       5.05       6.31       8.91

BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month Treasury Bill (proxy for money market returns)

     0.30       3.09       3.07       6.11   

Investing for the Long Term

The dramatic market declines in late fiscal 2008 and early fiscal 2009, followed by the sharp increase in the markets since March 2009, caused even the most experienced investors to reconsider the level of risk they are willing to accept. Investing in equity and debt markets involves taking risks. Markets are uncertain and no one can predict consistently how the equity and debt markets will perform in the shorter term.

Over the years, experienced investors have learned that a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, and cash in an asset allocation that is consistent with their investment objectives and risk tolerance can be helpful in managing the risk and uncertainty of the markets.

Harbor Funds offers a range of domestic and international equity, strategic markets, and fixed income funds to help investors create an asset allocation plan to help each investor achieve their investment objectives.

Thank you for your investment in Harbor Funds.

December 21, 2009

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David G. Van Hooser

Chairman

 

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MANAGER’S COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

 

SUBADVISER

Pacific Investment Management Company LLC (“PIMCO”)

840 Newport Center Drive

P. O. Box 6430

Newport Beach, CA

92658-6430

PORTFOLIO MANAGER

Mihir Worah

Since 2008

PIMCO has subadvised the Fund since its inception on

September 2, 2008.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Seeks maximum real return, consistent with prudent investment management.

PRINCIPAL STYLE
CHARACTERISTICS

Commodity-linked derivative instruments backed by a portfolio of inflation-indexed and other fixed income instruments.

 

LOGO

Mihir Worah

Management’s Discussion of

Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

During the start of the fiscal year most fixed income securities lost ground along with other financial assets as the most severe credit crisis since the 1930s rocked global markets. Massive de-leveraging arising from the subprime mortgage crisis produced an upheaval in the U.S. financial system, and an unprecedented level of intervention by the Federal Reserve and the U.S. Treasury was implemented during the fiscal year. Through the end of calendar year 2008 interest rates fell worldwide and yield curves in the U.S., Europe, and the U.K. steepened as investors fled to the safety of government bonds, especially those with shorter maturities. The U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) market rally was more pronounced for shorter maturities over this time as surging commodity prices, notably food and energy, increased demand for the inflation protection offered by these issues.

During calendar 2009 interest rates rose and capital flowed back toward riskier assets. Government policy initiatives helped restore a measure of stability to financial markets after the extreme stress and volatility of 2008. Higher U.S. Treasury yields were a drag on economic recovery as they muted the impact of narrower yield and credit premiums for borrowers, especially in the home mortgage market. While some of the weakening in U.S. Treasury valuations could be explained by a reversal of 2008’s flight to liquidity and quality, other factors were in play as well. Many investors worried that the massive new issuance of U.S. Treasurys looming on the horizon would overwhelm demand. Another concern was that the Fed’s injection of liquidity into the economy via purchases of U.S. Treasurys and other securities, a tactic known as quantitative easing, would eventually fuel inflation once the economy started to recover.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund outperformed its benchmark, the Dow Jones-UBS Commodity IndexSM Total Return, for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2009. The Fund returned 16.55% (Institutional Class) and 16.02% (Administrative Class), compared with the benchmark’s return of 0.10%.

The Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund invests in commodity-linked derivative instruments backed by a portfolio of inflation-indexed securities and other fixed income instruments. Following is a summary of major contributors to the portfolio’s performance relative to its benchmark.

 

 

U.S. nominal duration. An emphasis on nominal, or conventional (not inflation-linked), securities in the U.S. added to performance as yields fell amid a flight to quality in the first half of the fiscal year

 

 

U.K. inflation-linked bonds. Yields of inflation-linked securities fell in the U.K over the fiscal year as buyers continued to return to the market amid better liquidity and as the Bank of England continued to demonstrate its support for the economy.

 

 

Nominal curve-steepening bias. In the U.S., the portfolio was positioned for yield curve steepening, which added to performance as the yield curve steepened over the fiscal year as investors sought the safety of short-term government bonds.

 

 

Exposure to agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS). These bonds outperformed U.S. Treasurys, as they benefited from the Fed’s MBS Purchase Program.

 

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MANAGER’S COMMENTARY - Continued

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

U.S. Treasury Notes (2.500% - 07/15/2016)

  17.9%

U.S. Treasury Notes (3.500% - 01/15/2011)

  12.1%

U.S. Treasury Notes (1.875 - 07/13/2015 - 07/15/2013)

  11.3%

U.S Treasury Bonds (1.875% - 07/15/2019)

  7.5%

U.S. Treasury Notes (2.000% - 01/15/2014 - 01/15/2016)

  6.2%

U.S. Treasury Notes (2.125% - 01/15/2019)

  6.0%

U.S. Treasury Notes (2.125% - 01/15/2019)

  5.9%

U.S. Treasury Notes (2.375% - 04/15/2011)

  4.8%

U.S. Treasury Notes (3.000% - 07/15/2012)

  3.2%

U.S. Treasury Notes (0.625% - 04/15/2013)

  2.9%

 

Detractors from portfolio performance included a short position in U.S. TIPS, which negatively affected relative returns as TIPS significantly outperformed nominal U.S. Treasury bonds.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

We believe the most likely outcome for the U.S. economy will be a weak recovery in 2010 after a temporary boost in the latter half of this year. On the downside, the U.S. could slip back into recession sometime next year. We also think emerging economies, especially China, should continue to grow at a faster pace than the developed world, and that substantial excess capacity in labor and product markets should keep inflation low over a cyclical time frame.

 

With respect to portfolio strategy, we plan to:

 

 

Maintain 100% exposure to the Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM.

 

Tactically reduce risk exposures after rallies in non-Treasury assets have caused valuations to richen; this should hedge portfolios if the economy slips back into recession and allow us to focus on reinvesting later at more attractive valuations.

 

Target above-index duration via exposure to nominal bonds, as longer-maturity yields could fall if the economy weakens.

 

Retain money market futures positions in the U.S., as we expect the Fed to tighten more slowly than markets anticipate.

 

Likely maintain an underweighted TIPS exposure in favor of nominal bonds; disinflationary pressures could cause TIPS to underperform nominal Treasurys.

 

Retain nominal bond duration exposure relative to inflation-linked securities in the eurozone; disinflationary pressures could continue to cause inflation-linked bonds to underperform.

 

Continue to pare holdings of mortgage-backed securities, which are expected to decline as the Fed’s mortgage purchase program nears its end next March.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Pacific Investment Management Company LLC at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

The Fund invests in commodity-linked instruments, which may be significantly more volatile than other securities. The use of derivative instruments may add additional risk. It also invests in fixed income securities, which fluctuate in price in response to various factors, including changes in interest rates, changes in market conditions and issuer-specific events. The Fund is non-diversified, which means that it may concentrate its assets in a smaller number of issuers, making it more susceptible to risks associated with a single economic, political, or regulatory occurrence than a more diversified portfolio. Since the Fund may hold foreign securities, it may be subject to greater risks than funds invested only in the U.S. These risks are more severe for securities of issuers in emerging market regions. The Fund will seek to gain exposure to the commodity markets primarily through investments in leveraged or unleveraged commodity index-linked notes and through investments in the Harbor Cayman Commodity Fund Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Fund. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS    

   
Fund #     2029
 
Cusip     411511397
 
Ticker     HACMX
 
Inception
Date
    09/02/2008
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    0.94%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $70,498

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS    

   
Fund #     2229
 
Cusip     411511389
 
Ticker     HCMRX
 
Inception
Date
    09/02/2008
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.19%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $235

 

FIXED INCOME COLLATERAL ANALYSIS

 

TOP SECTORS

   

Government/Agency

  75%

Net Cash Equivalents

  13%

Municipal/Other

  11%

Emerging Markets

  1%

 

QUALITY

   

Weighted Average Credit Quality

  AAA

Weighted Average Maturity

  5.41 years

Weighted Average Duration

  4.28 years

 

DOW JONES-UBS COMMODITY INDEXSM INDUSTRY BREAKDOWN

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Energy

  34.7%
 

Crude Oil

  17.4%  
 

Natural Gas

  8.5%  
 

Unleaded Gas

  5.1%  
 

Heating Oil

  3.7%  
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Industrial Metals

  25.0%
 

Copper

  11.1%  
 

Aluminum

  6.5%  
 

Zinc

  4.1%  
 

Nickel

  3.3%  
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Grains

  12.7%
 

Soybean

  5.8%  
 

Corn

  3.9%  
 

Wheat

  3.0%  
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Precious Metals

  10.8%
 

Gold

  7.5%  
 

Silver

  3.3%  
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Softs

  9.5%
 

Sugar

  4.4%  
 

Coffee

  2.7%  
 

Cotton

  2.4%  
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Live Cattle

  3.3%  
 

Lean Hogs

  1.7%  
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Vegetable Oil

  2.3%
 

Soybean Oil

  2.3%  

 

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

The Fund’s returns achieved during the periods shown were unusual and an investor should not expect such performance to be sustained.

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 09/02/2008 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

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Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

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Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund                    
Institutional Class   16.55     N/A        -23.11     09/02/2008     $ 7,364
Comparative Index                    
Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   0.10       -0.39       -26.65             $ 6,971

Administrative Class

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 09/02/2008 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund                    
Administrative Class   16.02     N/A        -23.42     09/02/2008     $ 7,329
Comparative Index                    
Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   0.10       -0.39       -26.65             $ 6,971

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 0.94% (Net) and 3.13% (Gross) (Institutional Class); and 1.19% (Net) and 3.38% (Gross) (Administrative Class). The net expense ratios are contractually capped until 02-28-2010. The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the period disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice. The Fund charges a redemption fee of 2% on redemption of shares that are held for less than 30 days.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

a Annualized.
b Unannualized.

 

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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Total Investments (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash, short-term investments, and derivative positions of 3.3%)

LOGO

 

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—10.0%

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
    
$ 400   

American Express Credit Corp.
0.426%—12/02/20101

  $ 395
  187   

American Express Credit Corp. MTN2
0.405%—06/16/20111

    183
  900   

Centex Corp.
5.700%—05/15/2014

    911
  1,500   

Citigroup Funding Inc. MTN2
1.518%—05/07/20101

    1,504
  2,000   

Commonwealth Bank of Australia
0.573%—09/17/20141,3

    1,997
  

Met Life Global Funding

 
  200   

1.418%—09/17/20121,3

    200
  300   

2.202%—06/10/20111,3,4

    300
        
       500
        
  300   

SLM Corp.
1.000%—11/01/20164

    132
  400   

Sovereign Bancorp Inc.
0.519%—03/23/20101

    399
  300   

Verizon Wireless Capital
3.025%—05/20/20111,3,4

    310
  500   

Wachovia Corp.
0.413%—04/23/20121

    489
  300   

0.511%—03/01/20121

    292
        
       781
        
 
 
TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES
    (Cost $7,132)
    7,112
        
    

FOREIGN GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS—0.6%

 

(Cost $393)

 
  400   

Telecom Italia
0.894%—07/18/20111

    397
        
    

MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH—1.5%

 

(Cost $1,047)

 
  1,000   

Federal National Mortgage Association TBA5
5.500%—11/30/2039

    1,048
        
    

U.S. GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS—84.6%

  

U.S. Treasury Bonds

 
  1,100   

1.125%—06/30/20114,6

    1,108
  5,054   

1.875%—07/15/20194,6

    5,288
  1,115   

2.000%—07/15/2014

    1,173
  114   

2.375%—01/15/2025

    122
  804   

2.500%—01/15/2029

    867
        
       8,558
        

U.S. GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS—Continued

 
Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
 
    
  

U.S. Treasury Notes

 
$ 2,042   

0.625%—04/15/2013

  $ 2,063   
  1,734   

1.250%—04/15/2014

    1,782   
  801   

1.375%—07/15/2018

    806   
  509   

1.625%—01/15/2015

    527   
  7,591   

1.875%—07/15/2013-07/15/2015

    7,964   
  4,202   

2.000%—01/15/2014-01/15/2016

    4,418   
  3,920   

2.125%—01/15/2019

    4,179   
  3,262   

2.375%—04/15/20114,6

    3,377   
  1,766   

2.375%—01/15/2017

    1,906   
  11,649   

2.500%—07/15/2016

    12,673   
  729   

2.625%—07/15/2017

    803   
  2,101   

3.000%—07/15/2012

    2,258   
  8,184   

3.500%—01/15/2011

    8,554   
          
       51,310   
          
 
 
TOTAL U.S. GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS
    (Cost $58,577)
    59,868   
          
    

SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—10.5%

 
  REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS—7.3%  
  5,144   

Repurchase Agreement with State Street Corp.
dated October 30, 2009 due November 2, 2009 at 0.010% collateralized by Federal National Mortgage Association (market value $5,249)

    5,144   
          
  COMMERCIAL PAPER—1.1%  
  800   

Barclays Bank plc
1.109%—03/22/2011

    800   
          
  U.S. TREASURY BILLS—2.1%  
  

U.S. Treasury Bills

 
  350   

0.164%—04/22/20104,6

    350   
  790   

0.169%—04/29/20104,6

    789   
  340   

0.175%—04/08/20104,6

    340   
  10   

1.000%—04/01/20104,6

    10   
          
       1,489   
          
 
 
TOTAL SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS
    (Cost $7,433)
    7,433   
          
 
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—107.2%
    (Cost $74,582)
    75,858   
          
  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES—(7.2)%     (5,125
          
  TOTAL NET ASSETS—100.0%   $ 70,733   
          

 

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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

FIXED INCOME INVESTMENTS SOLD SHORT AT OCTOBER 31, 2009

 

Par Value
(000s)

   

Security

  Value
(000s)
 
$ (1,000  

Federal National Mortgage Association TBA

  $ (1,048
         
 

Fixed Income Investments Sold Short, at value (proceeds $1,048)

  $ (1,048
         

FORWARD CURRENCY CONTRACTS OPEN AT OCTOBER 31, 2009

 

Currency

   Market Value
(000s)
   Aggregate
Face Value
(000s)
   Delivery
Date
   Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)
(000s)
 

Chinese Yuan (Buy)

   $ 516    $ 520    Jun-2010    $ (4

Euro Currency (Buy)

     319      323    Nov-2009      (4

Euro Currency (Sell)

     366      364    Nov-2009      (2

Mexican Peso (Buy)

     510      500    Nov-2009      10   

Mexican Peso (Buy)

     401      406    Apr-2010      (5

Mexican Peso (Sell)

     409      415    Nov-2009      6   

South Korean Won (Buy)

     101      100    Nov-2009      1   

South Korean Won (Buy)

     454      450    Feb-2010      4   

South Korean Won (Buy)

     6      6    Jul-2010        

South Korean Won (Sell)

     6      6    Nov-2009        
                 
            $ 6   
                 

FUTURES CONTRACTS OPEN AT OCTOBER 31, 2009

 

 

Description

   Number of
Contracts
    Aggregate
Face Value
(000s)
   Expiration Date    Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)
(000s)
 

Euribor Interest Rate 3 Month (Buy)

   12      3,000    Jun-2010    $ 8   

Euribor Interest Rate 3 Month (Buy)

   2        500    Sep-2010      3   

Eurodollar Futures CME 90 Day (Buy)

   32      $ 8,000    Dec-2009      37   

Eurodollar Futures CME 90 Day (Buy)

   52        13,000    Mar-2010      70   

Eurodollar Futures CME 90 Day (Buy)

   63        15,750    Jun-2010      71   

Wheat Futures (Buy)

   3        15    Dec-2009      (7

Wheat Futures (Buy)

   5        25    Dec-2010      4   

Wheat Futures (Sell)

   (3     15    Dec-2009      7   

Wheat Futures (Sell)

   (5     25    Dec-2010      (4

United Kingdom Pound Sterling Interest Rate 3 Month (Buy)

   10      £ 1,250    Jun-2010      10   
                
           $ 199   
                

SWAP AGREEMENTS OPEN AT OCTOBER 31, 2009

 

TOTAL RETURN SWAPS ON INDICES  

Floating Rate

 

Pay/Receive
Floating
Rate

 

Index

  Expiration
Date
  Notional
Amount
(000s)
  Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)
(000s)

 

Counterparty

           

Morgan Stanley Capital Services Inc.

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Receive

  S&P GSCI Corn Official Close Index TR   11/24/2009   $ 10   $

Barclays Bank plc

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Pay

  Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   11/24/2009     4,160     9

Morgan Stanley Capital Services Inc.

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Pay

  Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   11/24/2009     14,430     19

Goldman Sachs Bank USA

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Pay

  Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   11/24/2009     5,120     5

Morgan Stanley Capital Services Inc.

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Pay

  Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   11/24/2009     870     1

Goldman Sachs Bank USA

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Pay

  Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   11/24/2009     14,050     18

Barclays Bank plc

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Pay

  Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   11/24/2009     3,140     7

Credit Suisse First Boston

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Pay

  Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   11/24/2009     6,660     8

Morgan Stanley Capital Services Inc.

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Pay

  Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   11/24/2009     6,900     9

Barclays Bank plc

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Pay

  Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   11/24/2009     2,660     4

Barclays Bank plc

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Pay

  Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   11/24/2009     3,420     6

Morgan Stanley Capital Services Inc.

 

U.S. Treasury Bill

 

Pay

  Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM   11/24/2009     7,900     11
               
            $ 97
               

 

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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

SWAP AGREEMENTS—Continued

 

TOTAL RETURN SWAPS ON COMMODITIES

 

Counterparty

 

Reference Entity

 

Pay/Receive
Fixed Price

  Fixed Price
per Unit
  Expiration Date   Number of
Units
  Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)
(000s)
 

Citibank NA

 

Crude Oil December 2009 Futures

 

Receive

    $0.168   11/17/2009     100   $ (1

Morgan Stanley Capital Services Inc.

 

Wheat December 2009 Futures

 

Receive

    567.000   11/25/2009     35     (24

Morgan Stanley Capital Services Inc.

 

Wheat December 2009 Futures

 

Pay

    544.000   11/25/2009     35     17   

Morgan Stanley Capital Services Inc.

 

Corn December 2010 Futures

 

Receive

    447.000   11/26/2010     5     (2
                 
            $ (10
                 

INTEREST RATE SWAPS

 

Counterparty

 

Floating Rate Index

 

Pay/Receive
Floating Rate

  Fixed Rate   Expiration Date   Notional
Amount
(000s)
  Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)
(000s)
 

Morgan Stanley Capital Services Inc.

 

Brazil Cetip Interbank Deposit

 

Receive

    11.600%   01/02/2012   R$ 1,700   $ (1
                 

 

CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS

 

Counterparty

 

Reference Entity

 

Buy/Sella,b

 

Pay/Receive
Fixed Rate

  Expiration
Date
  Implied
Credit Spreadc
    Market Valuee   Notional
Amount
(000s)d
  Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)
(000s)

BNP Paribas

 

Centex Corp. Senior Unsecured

 

Buy

  1.000%   06/20/2014   0.780   $ 4   $ 900   $ 4
                   

Total Swaps

  $ 90
                   

 

 

a If the Fund is a buyer of protection and a credit event occurs, as defined under the terms of that particular swap agreement, the Fund will either (i) receive from the seller of protection an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap and deliver the referenced obligation or underlying securities comprising the referenced index or (ii) receive a net settlement amount in the form of cash or securities equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the referenced obligation or underlying securities comprising the referenced index.

 

b If the Fund is a seller of protection and a credit event occurs, as defined under the terms of that particular swap agreement, the Fund will either (i) pay to the buyer of protection an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap and take delivery of the referenced obligation or underlying securities comprising the referenced index or (ii) pay a net settlement amount in the form of cash or securities equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the referenced obligation or underlying securities comprising the referenced index.

 

c Implied credit spreads, represented in absolute terms, utilized in determining the market value of credit default swap agreements on corporate issues or sovereign issues of an emerging country as of period end serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and represent the likelihood or risk of default for the credit derivative. The implied credit spread of a particular referenced entity reflects the cost of buying/selling protection and may include upfront payments required to be made to enter into the agreement. Wider credit spreads represent a deterioration of the referenced entity’s credit soundness and a greater likelihood or risk of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the agreement. A credit spread identified as “Defaulted” indicates a credit event has occurred for the referenced entity or obligation.

 

d The maximum potential amount the Fund could be required to make as a seller of credit protection or receive as a buyer of credit protection if a credit event occurs as defined under the terms of that particular swap agreement.

 

 

e The quoted market prices and resulting values for credit default swap agreements on asset-backed securities and credit indices serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and represent the likelihood of an expected liability (or profit) for the credit derivative should the notional amount of the swap agreement been closed/ sold as of the period end. Increasing market values, in absolute terms when compared to the notional amount of the swap, represent a deterioration of the referenced entity’s credit soundness and a greater likelihood or risk of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the agreement.

 

WRITTEN OPTIONS OPEN AT OCTOBER 31, 2009

 

Description

   Number of
Shares/Contracts
    Strike
Price
   Expiration
Date
   Value
(000s)
 

Swap Option (Put)

   (400,000   $ 3.42    Nov-2009    $   

Swap Option (Put)

   (1,000,000     3.75    Nov-2009        

Swap Option (Put)

   (4,000,000     3.75    Nov-2009        

Swap Option (Put)

   (1,000,000     3.75    Nov-2009        

Swap Option (Put)

   (1,000,000     4.00    Nov-2009        

Swap Option (Put)

   (800,000     4.35    Nov-2009        

Swap Option (Put)

   (1,000,000     5.00    Jun-2010      (4

Swap Option (Put)

   (2,100,000     6.00    Aug-2010      (18
                

Written options outstanding, at value (premiums received of $102 )

           $ (22
                

 

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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Holdings in the Futures Contracts category valued at $179 are classified as Level 1. All other holdings at October 31, 2009 (as disclosed in the preceding Consolidated Portfolio of Investments) are classified as Level 2. There were no material Level 3 holdings at any point during the period.

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels identified above, please refer to the Fair Value Measurements section in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 Floating rate security. The stated rate represents the rate in effect at October 31, 2009.

 

2 MTN after the name of a security stands for Medium Term Note.

 

3 These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. The Fund has no right to demand registration of these securities. These securities are priced by an independent pricing service selected by the adviser (Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.), or using valuation procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At October 31, 2009, these securities were valued at $2,806 or 4% of net assets.

 

4 At October 31, 2009, a portion of securities held by the Fund were pledged to cover margin requirements for open future contracts, written options on futures contracts, swap options and outstanding reverse repurchase agreements. (See Note 2 to the Financial Statements.) The securities pledged had an aggregate market value of $12,004 or 17% of net assets.

 

5 TBAs are mortgage-backed securities traded under delayed delivery commitments, settling after October 31, 2008. Although the unit price for the trades has been established, the principal value has not been finalized. However, the amount of the commitments will not fluctuate more than 2% from the principal amount. Income on TBAs is not earned until settlement date. (See Note 2 to the Financial Statements).

 

6 Treasury inflation-protected securities (TIPS) are securities in which the principal amount is adjusted for inflation and interest payments are applied to the inflation-adjusted principal.

 

Euro.

 

£ British Pound.

 

R$ Brazilian Real.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES—October 31, 2009

 

(All amounts in thousands, except per share amounts)

 

ASSETS

  

Investments, at identified cost*

   $ 74,582   

Investments, at value

   $ 70,714   

Repurchase agreements

     5,144   

Cash

     92   

Foreign currency, at value (cost: $115)

     115   

Receivables for:

  

Investments sold

     1,948   

Capital shares sold

     925   

Interest

     390   

Open forward currency contracts

     6   

Unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on swap agreements

     90   

Swap premiums paid

     3   

Variation margin on futures contracts

     11   

Other assets

     25   

Total Assets

     79,463   

LIABILITIES

  

Payables for:

  

Due to broker

     1,266   

Investments purchased

     5,948   

Capital shares reacquired

     46   

Investments sold short, at value (proceeds: $1,048)

     1,048   

Written options, at value (premium received: $102)

     22   

Reverse repurchase agreements

     303   

Variation margin on futures contracts

     2   

Accrued expenses:

  

Management fees

     48   

Transfer agent fees

     3   

Other

     44   

Total Liabilities

     8,730   

NET ASSETS

   $ 70,733   

Net Assets Consist of:

  

Paid-in capital

   $ 62,694   

Undistributed/(accumulated) net investment income/(loss)

     6,498   

Accumulated net realized gain/(loss)

     (104

Unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments and translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies

     1,438   

Unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of futures and forward contracts

     207   
     $ 70,733   

NET ASSETS VALUE PER SHARE BY CLASS

  

Institutional Class

  

Net assets

   $ 70,498   

Shares of beneficial interest2

     9,689   

Net asset value per share1

   $ 7.28   

Administrative Class

  

Net assets

   $ 235   

Shares of beneficial interest2

     32   

Net asset value per share1

   $ 7.26   

 

 

 

* Including repurchase agreements and short-term investments.

 

1 Per share amounts can be recalculated to the amounts disclosed herein when total net assets and shares of beneficial interest are not rounded to thousands.

 

2 Par value $0.01 (unlimited authorizations).

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS—Year Ended October 31, 2009

 

(All amounts in thousands)

 

Investment Income

  

Interest

   $ 974   

Total Investment Income

     974   

Operating Expenses

  

Management fees

     229   

12b-1 fees:

  

Administrative Class

       

Shareholder communications

     44   

Custodian fees

     19   

Transfer agent fees:

  

Institutional Class

     24   

Administrative Class

       

Professional fees

     15   

Trustees’ fees and expenses

       

Registration fees

     14   

Miscellaneous

     4   

Total expenses

     349   

Transfer agent fees waived

     (6

Other expenses waived

     (92

Net expenses

     251   

Net Investment Income/(Loss)

     723   

Realized and Unrealized Gain/(Loss) on Investment Transactions

  

Net realized gain/(loss) on:

  

Investments

     857   

Investments sold short

     (8

Foreign currency transactions

     (76

Swap agreements

     6,067   

Futures contracts

     51   

Written options

     31   

Change in net unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of:

  

Investments

     1,395   

Swap agreements

     144   

Futures contracts

     184   

Forwards

     7   

Written options

     80   

Net gain/(loss) on investment transactions

     8,732   

Net Increase/(Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations

   $ 9,455   

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

 

(All amounts in thousands)

 

      November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
       September 2,
2008a
through
October 31,
2008
 

INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS

       

Operations

       

Net investment income/(loss)

   $ 723         $ 6   

Net realized gain/(loss) on investments

     6,922           (1,039

Net unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments

     1,810           (165

Net increase/(decrease) in assets resulting from operations

     9,455           (1,198

Distributions to Shareholders

       

Net investment income:

       

Institutional Class

     (217        (8

Administrative Class

     (1          

Total distributions to shareholders

     (218        (8

Net Increase/(Decrease) Derived from Capital Share Transactions

     59,354           3,348   

Net increase/(decrease) in net assets

     68,591           2,142   

Net Assets

       

Beginning of period

     2,142             

End of period*

   $ 70,733         $ 2,142   

*    Includes undistributed/(accumulated) net investment income/(loss) of :

   $ 6,498         $ 14   

 

 

 

a Commencement of operations.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS—CAPITAL STOCK ACTIVITY

 

(All amounts in thousands)

 

      November 1,
2008
through
October 31,
2009
       September 2,
2008a
through
October 31,
2008
 

AMOUNT ($)

       

Institutional Class

       

Net proceeds from sale of shares

   $ 63,855         $ 3,209   

Net proceeds from redemption fees

     9             

Reinvested distributions

     177           8   

Cost of shares reacquired

     (4,802        (22

Net increase/(decrease) in net assets

   $ 59,239         $ 3,195   

Administrative Class

       

Net proceeds from sale of shares

   $ 114         $ 160   

Net proceeds from redemption fees

                 

Reinvested distributions

     1             

Cost of shares reacquired

               (7

Net increase/(decrease) in net assets

   $ 115         $ 153   

SHARES

       

Institutional Class

       

Shares sold

     10,077           327   

Shares issued due to reinvestment of distributions

     27           1   

Shares reacquired

     (740        (3

Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding

     9,364           325   

Beginning of period

     325             

End of period

     9,689           325   

Administrative Class

       

Shares sold

     17           16   

Shares issued due to reinvestment of distributions

                 

Shares reacquired

               (1

Net increase/(decrease) in shares outstanding

     17           15   

Beginning of period

     15             

End of period

     32           15   

 

 

 

a Commencement of operations.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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SELECTED DATA FOR A SHARE OUTSTANDING FOR THE PERIODS PRESENTED

 

 

Year Ended October 31

   2009        2008e  

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

       

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 6.30         $ 10.00   

Income from Investment Operations

       

Net investment income/(loss)

     0.06 a         0.02 a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     0.97           (3.69

Total from investment operations

     1.03           (3.67

Less Distributions

       

Dividends from net investment income

     (0.05        (0.04

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

                 

Total distributions

     (0.05        (0.03

Proceeds from redemption fees

     f         f 

Net asset value end of period

     7.28           6.30   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 70,498         $ 2,047   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

       

Total return

     16.55 %b         (36.82 )%b,d 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     1.30           29.89 c 

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     0.94 a         0.94 a,c 

Ratio of net investment income to average net assets

     2.72 a         1.56 a,c 

Portfolio turnover

     515           295 d 
Year Ended October 31      2009           2008e   

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

       

Net asset value beginning of period

   $ 6.30         $ 10.00   

Income from Investment Operations

       

Net investment income/(loss)

     0.03 a         0.01 a 

Net realized and unrealized gains/(losses) on investments

     0.97           (3.69

Total from investment operations

     1.00           (3.68

Less Distributions

       

Dividends from net investment income

     (0.04        (0.02

Distributions from net realized capital gains1

                 

Total distributions

     (0.04        (0.02

Net asset value end of period

     7.26           6.30   

Net assets end of period (000s)

   $ 235         $ 95   

Ratios and Supplemental Data (%)

       

Total return

     16.02 %b         (36.83 )%b,d 

Ratio of total expenses to average net assets2

     2.03           30.36 c 

Ratio of net expenses to average net assets

     1.19 a         1.19 a,c 

Ratio of net investment income to average net assets

     1.10 a         1.02 a,c 

Portfolio turnover

     515           295 d 

 

 

 

1 Includes both short-term and long-term capital gains.

 

2 Percentage does not reflect reduction for credit balance arrangements. (See Note 2 to Financial Statements).

 

a Reflects the Adviser’s waiver, if any, of its management fees and/or other operating expenses.

 

b The total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been waived during the periods shown.

 

c Annualized.

 

d Unannualized.

 

e For the period September 2, 2008 (inception) through October 31, 2008.

 

f Less than $0.01.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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(Currency in thousands)

 

NOTE 1—ORGANIZATIONAL MATTERS

Harbor Funds (the “Trust”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”), as an open-end management investment company. The Trust consists of 27 separate portfolios. The portfolio covered by this report is the Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund (the “Fund”). Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc. (the “Adviser” or “Harbor Capital”) is the investment adviser for the Fund.

Each series of the Trust may offer up to three classes of shares, designated as Institutional Class, Administrative Class and Investor Class. The shares of each class represent an interest in the same portfolio of investments of the respective Fund and have equal rights to voting, redemptions, dividends, and liquidations, except that: (i) certain expenses, subject to the approval of the Trust’s Board of Trustees, may be applied differently to each class of shares in accordance with current regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Internal Revenue Service; and (ii) shareholders of a class that bears distribution and service expenses under terms of a distribution plan have exclusive voting rights as to that distribution plan.

NOTE 2—SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Trust in the preparation of its financial statements. The preparation of financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The Funds have adopted FASB ASC 105, The FASB Accounting Standards Codification and the Hierarchy of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (the Codification) which is a single source of authoritative nongovernmental U.S. generally accepted accounting standards (US GAAP). All previous US GAAP standards issued by a standard setter are superseded by the Codification. The adoption of ASC 105 had no impact on the Funds’ net assets or results of operations.

Security Valuation

Equity securities, except securities listed on the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotation (“NASDAQ”) system and United Kingdom securities, are valued at the last sale price on a national exchange or system on which they are principally traded as of the valuation date. Securities listed on NASDAQ system or a United Kingdom exchange are valued at the official closing price of those securities. In the case of securities for which there were no sales on the valuation day, securities traded principally: (i) on a U.S. exchange, including NASDAQ, will be valued at the mean between the closing bid and asked price; (ii) on a foreign exchange, including United Kingdom securities, will be valued at the official bid price determined as of the close of the primary exchange.

Debt securities, other than short-term securities with a remaining maturity of less than 60 days at the time they are acquired, are valued using evaluated prices furnished by a pricing service selected by Adviser and approved by the Board of Trustees. An evaluated price represents an assessment by the pricing service using various market inputs of what the pricing service believes is the fair market value of a security at a particular point in time. The pricing service determines evaluated prices for debt securities that would be transacted at institutional-size quantities using inputs including, but not limited to, (i) recent transaction prices and dealer quotes, (ii) transaction prices for what the pricing service believes are securities with similar characteristics, (iii) the pricing vendor’s assessment of the risk inherent in the security taking into account criteria such as credit quality, payment history, liquidity and market conditions, and (iv) various correlations and relationships between security price movements and other factors, such as interest rate changes, which are recognized by institutional traders. Because many debt securities trade infrequently, the pricing vendor will often not have current transaction price information available as an input in determining an evaluated price for a particular security. When current transaction price information is available, it is one input into the pricing service’s evaluation process, which means that the evaluated price supplied by the pricing service will frequently differ from that transaction price. Short-term securities with a remaining maturity of less than 60 days at the time they are acquired are stated at amortized cost which approximates fair value.

When reliable market quotations or evaluated prices supplied by a pricing vendor are not readily available or are not believed to accurately reflect fair value, securities are priced at their fair value, determined by the Valuation Committee

 

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pursuant to procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The Fund may also use fair value pricing if the value of some or all of the Fund’s securities have been materially affected by events occurring before the Fund’s pricing time but after the close of the primary markets or exchanges on which the security is traded. This most commonly occurs with foreign securities, but may occur with other securities as well. When fair value pricing is employed, the prices of securities used by a Fund to calculate its net asset value may differ from market quotations, official closing prices or evaluated prices for the same securities, which means the Fund may value those securities higher or lower than another fund that uses market quotations, official closing prices or evaluated prices supplied by a pricing vendor.

Fair Value Measurements

In September 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures. ASC 820 establishes a framework for measuring fair value and expands disclosures about fair value measurements in financial statements, effective for the Fund’s current fiscal year.

The various inputs that may be used to determine the value of the Fund’s investments are summarized in three categories defined as Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. The inputs or methodologies used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risk associated with investing in those securities. The assignment of an investment to Level 1, 2 or 3 is based on the lowest level of significant inputs used to determine its fair value.

Level 1—Quoted prices in active markets for identical securities.

Level 2—Other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.).

Level 3—Significant unobservable inputs are used in situations where quoted prices or observable inputs are not available. Valuations based on significant unobservable inputs may include the Fund’s own assumptions.

For fair valuations using significant unobservable inputs, ASC 820 requires a reconciliation of the beginning to ending balances for reported market values that presents changes attributable to total realized and unrealized gains or losses, purchases and sales, and transfers in/out of the Level 3 category during the period. A fair value hierarchy and Level 3 reconciliation, when applicable, can be found at the end of the Fund’s Portfolio of Investments schedule.

ASC 820 also provides guidance on determining when there has been a significant decrease in the trading volume and level of activity for a holding, when a transaction is not orderly, and how that information must be incorporated into a fair value measurement. ASC 820 emphasizes that even if there has been a significant decrease in the trading volume and level of activity for a holding and regardless of the valuation techniques used, the objective of a fair value measurement remains the same. The adoption of ASC 820 had no impact on the Funds’ net assets or results of operations.

The Fund used observable inputs in its valuation methodologies whenever they were available and deemed reliable.

Futures Contracts

To seek to increase total return or hedge against changes in interest rates, securities prices or currency exchange rates, the Fund may purchase and sell various kinds of futures contracts, and purchase and write call and put options on these futures contracts. Futures contracts tend to increase or decrease the Fund’s exposure to the underlying instrument or hedge other Fund investments. Losses may arise from changes in the value of the underlying instruments, if there is an illiquid secondary market for the contracts or if the counterparties do not perform under the contracts’ terms. The maximum potential loss on a long futures contract is the U.S. dollar value of the notional amount at the time the contract is opened. The potential loss on a short futures contract is unlimited. Open futures contracts are valued based on the official daily closing price of futures contracts set by the exchange for the purpose of settling margin accounts, which is referred to as the settlement price. There is minimal counterparty risk with futures contracts, as they are exchange traded, and the exchange’s clearinghouse, as counterparty to all exchange traded futures, guarantees the futures against default.

 

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A futures contract is an agreement between two parties to buy and sell a security at a set price on a future date. Upon entering into such a contract, a Fund is required to pledge to the broker an amount of cash, U.S. government securities or other liquid securities equal to the minimum “initial margin” requirements of the exchange. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund 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 Fund as unrealized gains or losses. When the contract is closed or expired, the Fund 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.

See the Portfolio of Investments for the Fund for open futures contracts held as of October 31, 2009.

Options

The Fund may use options contracts to manage its exposure to the stock and bond markets and to fluctuations in interest rates and currency values. The Fund may use options on currencies for cross-hedging purposes. Call options tend to decrease a Fund’s exposure to the underlying instrument. Put options tend to increase a Fund’s exposure to the underlying instrument.

When the Fund purchases an option, the premium paid by the Fund is included in the Fund’s Statement of Assets and Liabilities as an investment and subsequently marked-to-market to reflect the option’s current market value. Purchased options on futures contracts are valued based on the settlement price for the underlying futures contract. If the purchased option expires, the Fund realizes a loss in the amount of the premium. If the Fund enters into a closing sale transaction, it realizes a gain or loss, depending on whether the proceeds from the sale are greater or less than the cost of the option. If the Fund exercises a call option, the cost of the securities acquired by exercising the call is increased by the premium paid to buy the call. If the Fund exercises a put option, it realizes a gain or loss from the sale of the underlying security and the proceeds from such sale are decreased by the premium originally paid. The risk associated with purchasing options is limited to the premium originally paid. The Fund’s maximum risk from counterparty credit risk of loss is also limited to the premium paid for the contract.

When the Fund writes an option, the premium received by the Fund is presented in the Fund’s Statement of Assets and Liabilities as an asset and an equivalent liability. The amount of the liability is subsequently marked-to-market to reflect the current market value of the option written. Written options on equity securities are valued at the last sale price or, in the absence of a sale, the last offering price on the market on which they are principally traded. Written options on futures contracts are valued based on the settlement price for the underlying futures contract. If an option expires on its stipulated expiration date, or if the Fund enters into a closing purchase transaction, the Fund realizes a gain (or loss if the cost of a closing purchase transaction exceeds the premium received when the option was written) without regard to any unrealized gain or loss on the underlying security, and the liability related to such option is extinguished. If a written call option is exercised, the Fund realizes a gain or loss from the sale of the underlying security and the proceeds of the sale are increased by the premium originally received. If a written put option is exercised, the amount of the premium originally received reduces the cost of the security that the Fund purchases upon exercise of the option.

The risk in writing a call option is that the Fund relinquishes the opportunity to profit if the market price of the underlying security increases and the option is exercised. In writing a put option, the Fund assumes the risk of incurring a loss if the market price of the underlying security decreases and the option is exercised. In addition, there is a risk the Fund may not be able to enter into a closing transaction because of an illiquid secondary market, or if the counterparties do not perform under the contracts’ terms. The Fund’s maximum risk from counterparty credit risk of loss is also limited to the premium paid for the contract.

See Note 3 for transactions in written options as of October 31, 2009.

Swap Agreements

The Fund may invest in swap agreements to help manage interest rate risk or credit risk the Fund is subject to in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The Fund may use swaps to manage exposure to changes in interest rates or credit quality, to create or adjust exposure to certain markets, to enhance total return or hedge the value of

 

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portfolio securities, or to adjust overall portfolio duration and credit exposure. A swap is a privately negotiated agreement between two parties to exchange cash flows at specified intervals (payment dates) during the agreed-upon life of the contract. Swaps are valued using evaluated prices furnished by a pricing service selected by the Board of Trustees. When evaluated prices supplied by a pricing vendor are not readily available or are not believed to accurately reflect fair value, swaps are priced at their fair value determined by the Valuation Committee pursuant to procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. In those instances, the procedures provide that swaps would be valued using prices supplied by the Fund’s subadviser using its own internal valuation models that are based upon correlations and relationships between swap price movements and other factors, such as changes in swap curves and interest rates, which are recognized by institutional traders.

The Fund may enter into credit default swap agreements. The “buyer” in a credit default contract is obligated to pay the “seller” a periodic stream of payments over the term of the contract provided that no event of default on an underlying reference obligation has occurred. If an event of default occurs, the seller must pay the buyer the full notional value, or “par value,” of the reference obligation in exchange for the reference obligation. The Fund may be either the buyer or seller in a credit default swap transaction. If the Fund is a buyer and no event of default occurs, the Fund will lose its investment and recover nothing. However, if an event of default occurs, the Fund (if the buyer) is entitled to receive the full notional value of the reference obligation that may have little or no value. As a seller, a Fund receives a fixed rate of income throughout the term of the contract, which typically is between six months and three years, provided that there is no default event. If an event of default occurs, the seller must pay the buyer the full notional value of the reference obligation. There is no exposure to loss of the notional value of credit default swaps outstanding at October 31, 2009. Credit default swap transactions involve greater risks than if a Fund had invested in the reference obligation directly.

Total return swap agreements involve commitments to pay interest in exchange for a market-linked return, both based on notional amounts. To the extent the total return of the security or index underlying the transaction exceeds or falls short of the offsetting interest rate obligation, the Fund will receive a payment from or make a payment to the counterparty.

The Fund will only enter into currency swap, interest rate swap, mortgage swap, cap or floor transactions with counterparties to such transactions that meet the minimum credit quality requirements applicable to the Fund generally and meet any other appropriate counterparty criteria as determined by the Fund’s Subadviser. The minimum credit quality requirements are those applicable to a Fund’s purchase of securities generally such that if the Fund is permitted to only purchase securities which are rated investment grade (or the equivalent if unrated), the Fund could only enter into one of the above referenced transactions with counterparties that have debt outstanding that is rated investment grade (or the equivalent if unrated).

Entering into swap agreements involves, to varying degrees, elements of credit risk, market risk, and interest rate risk in excess of the amount recognized in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. Such risks involve the possibility that there is not a liquid market for these agreements, that the counterparty to the agreements may default on its obligation to perform and that there may be unfavorable changes in market conditions or interest rates. The Fund’s maximum risk of loss from counterparty credit risk is the discounted value of the net cash flows to be received from/paid to the counterparty over the contract’s remaining life or the fair value of the contract. This risk is mitigated by entering into swap agreements with only highly-rated counterparties, the existence of a master netting arrangement with the fund and the counterparty, and the posting of collateral by the counterparty.

Swap Agreements outstanding at the year end are listed after the Fund’s portfolio.

Commodities Index-Linked/Structured Notes

The Fund may invest in structured notes, the value of which will rise and fall in response to changes in the underlying commodity index. Structured notes are often leveraged, increasing the volatility of each note’s value relative to the change in the underlying financial index. Structured notes may entail a greater degree of market risk than other types of debt securities because the investor bears the risk of the underlying commodity index. Structured notes may also be more volatile, less liquid, and more difficult to accurately price than less complex securities or more traditional debt securities.

 

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Fluctuations in value of the structured notes are recorded as unrealized gains and losses. Net payments are recorded as net realized gains and losses. These notes are subject to prepayment, credit and interest rate risks. The Fund has the option to request prepayment from the issuer. At maturity, or when a note is sold, the Fund records a realized gain or loss.

Inflation-Indexed Bonds

The Fund may invest in inflation-indexed bonds. Inflation-indexed bonds are fixed-income securities whose principal value is periodically adjusted based on the rate of inflation. The interest rate on these bonds is generally fixed at issuance at a rate lower than typical bonds. Over the life of an inflation-indexed bond, however, interest will be paid based on a principal value, which is adjusted for inflation. Any increase in the principal amount of an inflation-indexed bond will be included as interest income, even though investors do not receive their principal until maturity.

Mortgage-Related and Other Asset-Backed Securities

The Fund may invest in mortgage- or other asset-backed securities. These securities include mortgage pass-through securities, collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”), commercial mortgage-backed securities, mortgage dollar rolls, CMO residuals, stripped mortgage-backed securities (“SMBSs”) and other securities that directly or indirectly represent a participation in, or are secured by and payable from, mortgage loans on real property. The value of some mortgage or asset-backed securities may be particularly sensitive to changes in prevailing interest rates. Early repayment of principal on some mortgage-related securities may expose a Fund to a lower rate of return upon reinvestment of principal. The value of these securities may fluctuate in response to the market’s perception of the creditworthiness of the issuers. Additionally, although mortgages and mortgage related securities are generally supported by some form of government or private guarantee and/or insurance, there is no assurance that private guarantors or insurers will meet their obligations.

U.S. Government Securities

Securities issued by U.S. Government agencies or government-sponsored enterprises may not be guaranteed by the U.S. Treasury. The Government National Mortgage Association (“GNMA” or “Ginnie Mae”), a wholly owned U.S. Government corporation, is authorized to guarantee, with the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government, the timely payment of principal and interest on securities issued by institutions approved by GNMA and backed by pools of mortgages insured by the Federal Housing Administration or guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Government-related guarantors (i.e., not backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government) include the Federal National Mortgage Association (“FNMA” or “Fannie Mae”) and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (“FHLMC” or “Freddie Mac”). On September 7, 2008, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (“FHFA”) placed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in conservatorship, while the Treasury agreed to purchase preferred stock as needed to ensure that both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac maintain a positive net worth (guaranteeing up to $100 billion for each entity). As a consequence, certain fixed income securities of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have more explicit U.S. Government support.

Forward Commitments and When-Issued Securities

The Fund may purchase securities on a when-issued or purchase or sell securities on a forward commitment basis including “TBA” (to be announced) purchase and sale commitments. Purchasing securities on a when-issued or forward commitment basis involves a risk of loss if the value of the security to be purchased declines prior to the settlement date, which risk is in addition to the risk of decline in value of the Fund’s other assets. Although the Fund would generally purchase securities on a when-issued or forward commitment basis with the intention of acquiring securities for its portfolio, the Fund may dispose of a when-issued security or forward commitment prior to settlement if the Subadviser deems it appropriate to do so. The Fund may enter into a forward-commitment sale to hedge its portfolio positions or to sell securities it owned under delayed delivery arrangement. Proceeds of such a sale are not received until the contractual settlement date. While such a contract is outstanding, the Fund must segregate equivalent deliverable securities or hold an offsetting purchase commitment. The Fund may realize short-term gains or losses upon such purchases and sales. These transactions involve a commitment by the Fund to purchase or sell securities at a future date (ordinarily one or two months later). The price of the underlying securities (usually expressed in terms of yield) and the date when the securities will be delivered and paid for (the settlement date) are fixed at the time the transaction is negotiated. When-issued purchases and forward commitment transactions are negotiated directly with the other party, and such commitments are not traded on exchanges.

 

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The value of securities purchased on a when-issued or forward commitment basis and any subsequent fluctuations in their value are reflected in the computation of the Fund’s net asset value starting on the date of the agreement to purchase the securities. The Fund does not earn interest on the securities it has committed to purchase until they are paid for and delivered on the settlement date. When the Fund makes a forward commitment to sell securities it owns, the proceeds to be received upon settlement are included in the Fund’s assets. Fluctuations in the market value of the underlying securities are not reflected in the Fund’s net asset value as long as the commitment to sell remains in effect. Settlement of when-issued purchases and forward commitment transactions generally takes place within two months after the date of the transaction, but the Fund may agree to a longer settlement period.

The Fund will purchase securities on a when-issued basis or purchase or sell securities on a forward commitment basis only with the intention of completing the transaction and actually purchasing or selling the securities. If deemed advisable as a matter of investment strategy, however, the Fund may dispose of or renegotiate a commitment after it is entered into. The Fund also may sell securities it has committed to purchase before those securities are delivered to the Fund on the settlement date. The Fund may realize a capital gain or loss in connection with these transactions. When the Fund purchases securities on a when-issued or forward commitment basis, the Fund will maintain in a segregated account with the Fund’s custodian or set aside in the Fund’s records, cash or liquid assets having a value (determined daily) at least equal to the amount of the Fund’s purchase commitments. In the case of a forward commitment to sell portfolio securities, portfolio holdings will be held in a segregated account with the Fund’s custodian or set aside on the Fund’s records while the commitment is outstanding.

See the Portfolio of Investments for outstanding forward commitments or when-issued securities as of October 31, 2009.

Short Sales

The Fund may engage in short-selling which obligates the Fund to replace the security borrowed by purchasing it at the market price at the time of replacement. Until the security is replaced, the Fund is required to pay to the lender any accrued interest or dividends, and may be required to pay a premium. The Fund would realize a gain if the security declines in price between the date of the short sale and the date on which the Fund replaces the borrowed security. The Fund would incur a loss as a result of the short sale if the price of the security increases between those dates. Until the Fund replaces the borrowed security, it will maintain in a segregated account or set aside in the Fund’s records, cash or liquid securities sufficient to cover its short position. Short sales involve the risk of an unlimited increase in the market price of the borrowed security.

There were no outstanding short positions as of October 31, 2009.

Foreign Forward Currency Contracts

The Fund may enter into foreign forward currency contracts to facilitate transactions in foreign securities or as a hedge against foreign exchange risk related to specific transactions or portfolio positions. The Fund may enter into forward foreign currency exchange contracts for non-hedging purposes. A foreign forward currency contract is an agreement between two parties to buy and sell currencies at a set price on a future date. The U.S. dollar value of the contracts is determined using forward currency exchange rates supplied by a pricing service selected by Harbor Capital. The contract is marked-to-market daily and the change in market value is recorded as an unrealized gain or loss. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value on the open and close date. Losses may arise from changes in the value of the foreign currency, or if the counterparties do not perform under the contract’s terms. The maximum potential loss from such contracts is the aggregate face value in U.S. dollars at the time the contract was opened; however, management of the Fund believes the likelihood of such loss is remote. There is minimal counterparty risk with foreign forward currency contracts as they are exchange traded and the exchange’s clearinghouse, as counterparty to all exchange traded foreign forward currency contracts, guarantees the contracts against default.

See Portfolio of Investments for open foreign forward currency contracts as of October 31, 2009.

Foreign Currency Translations

The accounting records of the Fund are maintained in U.S. dollars. Investment securities and other assets and liabilities denominated in a foreign currency are translated into U.S. dollars based on the current exchange rates at period end.

 

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Purchases and sales of securities are translated into U.S. dollars at the current exchange rate on the respective dates of the transaction. Income and withholding taxes are translated at the prevailing exchange rate when accrued or incurred.

Reported net realized gains and losses on foreign currency transactions represent net gains and losses from sales and maturities of foreign forward currency contracts, disposition of foreign currencies, currency gains and losses realized between the trade and settlement dates on securities transactions, and the difference between the amount of investment income accrued and tax reclaims receivable and the U.S. dollar amount actually received. The effects of changes in foreign currency exchange rates on investments in securities are not isolated in the Statement of Operations from the effects of changes in market prices of these securities. Such fluctuations are included with the net realized and unrealized gain or loss on investments.

Repurchase Agreements

The Fund may enter into repurchase agreements with domestic or foreign banks or with any member firm of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. (“FINRA”), or any affiliate of a member firm which is a primary dealer in U.S. government securities. Each repurchase agreement counterparty must meet the minimum credit quality requirements applicable to the Fund generally and meet any other appropriate counterparty criteria as determined by the Fund’s Subadviser. The minimum credit quality requirements are those applicable to the Fund’s purchase of securities generally such that if the Fund is permitted to only purchase securities which are rated investment grade (or the equivalent if unrated), the Fund could only enter into repurchase agreements with counterparties that have debt outstanding that is rated investment grade (or the equivalent if unrated). In a repurchase agreement, the Fund buys a security at one price and simultaneously agrees to sell it back at a higher price. Such agreements must be adequately collateralized to cover the counterparty’s obligation to the Fund to close out the repurchase agreement. The securities will be regularly monitored to ensure that the collateral is adequate. In the event of bankruptcy of the seller or the failure of the seller to repurchase the securities as agreed, the Fund could suffer losses, including loss of interest on or principal of the securities and costs associated with delay and enforcement of the repurchase agreement.

Reverse Repurchase Agreements

The Fund may enter into reverse repurchase agreements with banks and third party broker-dealers. The Fund may use reverse repurchase agreements to borrow short term funds. Interest on the value of reverse repurchase agreements issued and outstanding is based upon competitive market rates at the time of issuance. At the time the Fund enters into a reverse repurchase agreement, it establishes and maintains a segregated account with the lender containing liquid high-grade securities having a value not less than the repurchase price, including accrued interest, of the reverse repurchase agreement. Reverse repurchase agreements involve the risk that the market value of the securities sold by the Fund may decline below the repurchase price of the securities and, if the proceeds from the reverse repurchase agreement are invested in securities, that the market value of securities bought may decline below the repurchase price of securities sold. Activity in reverse repurchase agreements by the Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund for the year ended October 31, 2009 is as follows:

Borrowings

 

Category of Aggregate Short-Term Borrowings    Balance at End
of Period
   Average
Interest Rate
    Maximum
Amount Outstanding
During the Year
   Average Daily
Amount Outstanding
During the Year
   Average Interest
Rate During
the Year
 

Reverse repurchase agreement with a maturity date of 11/02/2009

   $ 303    0.110   $ 507    $ 12    0.131

Securities Transactions

Securities transactions are accounted for on the trade date (the date the order to buy or sell is executed). Realized gains or losses on security transactions are determined on the basis of identified cost for both federal income tax and financial reporting purposes.

Investment Income

Dividends declared on portfolio securities are accrued on the ex-dividend date. For foreign securities held, certain dividends are recorded after the ex-dividend date, but as soon as the respective Fund is notified of such dividends. Interest

 

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(Currency in thousands)

 

NOTE 2—SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES—Continued

 

income is accrued daily as earned. Discounts and premiums on fixed income securities purchased are amortized over the life of the respective securities using the effective yield method.

Distribution to Shareholders

Distributions on Fund shares are recorded on the ex-dividend date.

Expenses

Expenses incurred by the Trust with respect to any two or more Harbor funds are allocated in proportion to the average net assets or the number of shareholders of each fund, except where allocations of direct expense to a fund can be otherwise fairly made.

Custodian

The Fund has credit balance arrangements with the Custodian whereby uninvested cash is invested in a short-term investment vehicle and amounts earned constitute an expense credit which is applied against gross custody expenses. Such custodial expense reductions are reflected on the accompanying Statement of Operations for the year ended October 31, 2009. If the Fund had not entered into such arrangements, the Fund could have invested a portion of the assets in an income-producing asset.

Class Allocations

Income, common expenses and realized and unrealized gains/(losses) are determined at the Fund level and allocated daily to each class of shares based on the appropriate net assets of the respective classes. Distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees are calculated daily at the class level based on the appropriate net assets of each class and the specific expense rate(s) applicable to each class.

Federal Taxes

The Fund is treated as a separate entity for federal tax purposes. The Fund’s policy is to meet the requirements of Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute to its shareholders all of its taxable income within the prescribed time. It is also the intention of the Fund to distribute an amount sufficient to avoid imposition of any excise tax under Section 4982 of the Internal Revenue Code. Therefore, no provision has been made for federal taxes on income, capital gains or unrealized appreciation of securities held or excise tax on income and capital gains.

The Fund has adopted ASC 740 Income Taxes. ASC 740 establishes the minimum threshold for recognizing, and a system for measuring, the benefits of tax-return positions in financial statements, effective for the Fund’s current fiscal year. The Fund recognizes interest and penalties, if any, related to unrecognized tax benefits as income tax expense in the Statement of Operations. Management has analyzed the Fund’s tax position taken on federal income tax returns for all open tax years (tax year ended October 31, 2008), including positions expected to be taken upon filing the 2009 tax return, for purposes of implementing ASC 740, and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in the Fund’s financial statements.

Basis for Consolidation for the Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund

The Harbor Cayman Commodity Fund, Ltd. (the “Subsidiary”), a Cayman Islands exempted company, was incorporated on August 4, 2008 as a wholly-owned subsidiary acting as an investment vehicle for the Fund in order to effect certain investments for the Fund consistent with the Fund’s investment objectives and policies specified in its prospectus and statement of additional information. Under the Articles of Association of the Subsidiary, the Fund will remain the sole shareholder of the Subsidiary and retain all rights associated with shares in the Subsidiary. The shares issued by the Subsidiary confer upon a shareholder the right to receive notice of, to attend and to vote at general meetings of the Subsidiary and shall confer upon the shareholder rights in a winding-up or repayment of capital and the right to participate in the profits or assets of the Subsidiary. As of October 31, 2009, the Subsidiary represented approximately $7,958 or approximately 11% of the net assets of the Fund.

 

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(Currency in thousands)

 

NOTE 3—INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO TRANSACTIONS

 

Purchases and sales of investments, other than short-term securities, for the Fund for the year ended October 31, 2009 are as follows:

 

     Purchases    Sales
     U.S.
Government
   Other    U.S.
Government
   Other

Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund

   $ 206,198    $ 8,243    $ 150,153    $ 1,305

The Fund may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests. Such taxes are generally based on income and/or capital gains earned or repatriated. Taxes are accrued and applied to net investment income, net realized gains and unrealized appreciation as such income and/or gains are earned.

Written Options

Transactions in written options for the year ended October 31, 2009 are summarized as follows:

 

     Options Written     Options Written     Options Written
     Swap Options–U.S.     U.S. Treasury Futures     Eurodollar Futures
     Number of
Contracts
    Premiums
Received
    Number of
Contracts
    Premiums
Received
    Number of
Contracts
    Premiums
Received

Options outstanding at beginning of year

        $           $           $

Options opened

   13,600,000        115      50        27      2       

Options closed

   (1,200,000     (9   (32     (15         

Options exercised

                           (2    

Options expired

   (1,100,000     (4   (18     (12         
                                        

Open at 10/31/2009

   11,300,000      $ 102           $           $
                                        

NOTE 4—FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES

Investment Adviser

Harbor Capital is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Robeco Groep, N.V. (“Robeco”). Cooperatieve Centrale Raiffeisen-Boevenleenbank B.A. (“Rabobank Nederland”) owns 100% of the shares of Robeco. Harbor Capital is the Trust’s investment adviser and is also responsible for administrative and other services. An advisory agreement for the Fund was in effect during the year ended October 31, 2009. The agreement provides for fees based on an annual percentage rate of average daily net assets as follows:

 

     Contractual Rate  

Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund

   0.86

Harbor Capital has entered into a contractual expense limitation agreement with the Fund limiting the total expenses to 0.94% and 1.19% for the Institutional Class and Administrative Class, respectively. The Fund’s contractual expense limitation is effective through February 28, 2010. In addition, Harbor Capital has contractually agreed to waive the management fee it receives from the Fund in an amount equal to the management fee paid to Harbor Capital by the Subsidiary. This waiver may not be terminated by Harbor Capital and will remain in effect for as long as Harbor Capital’s contract with the Subsidiary is in place.

Distributor

Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Harbor Capital, is the distributor for Harbor Funds shares. Under the Trust’s current distribution plans pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act with respect to the Fund’s Administrative Class shares (the “12b-1 Plan”), the Fund pays Harbor Funds Distributors compensation at the

 

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(Currency in thousands)

 

NOTE 4—FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES—Continued

 

annual rate of 0.25% of the average daily net assets of Administrative Class shares. The 12b-1 Plans compensate Harbor Funds Distributors for the purpose of financing any activity which is primarily intended to result in the sale of Administrative Class shares of the Fund or for servicing of shareholder accounts in the Administrative Class shares of the Fund. Such activities include, but are not limited to: printing of prospectuses and statements of additional information and reports for prospective shareholders (i.e., other than existing shareholders); preparation and distribution of advertising material and sales literature; expenses of organizing and conducting sales seminars; supplemental payments to dealers or other institutions such as asset-based sales charges or as payments of service fees under shareholder service arrangements; and costs of administering each 12b-1 Plan.

Amounts payable by the Fund under the 12b-1 Plans need not be directly related to the expenses actually incurred by Harbor Funds Distributors on behalf of the Fund. The 12b-1 Plan does not obligate the Fund to reimburse Harbor Funds Distributors for the actual expenses Harbor Funds Distributors may incur in fulfilling its obligations under the 12b-1 Plan. Thus, even if Harbor Funds Distributors’ actual expenses exceed the fee payable to Harbor Funds Distributors at any given time, the Fund will not be obligated to pay more than that fee. Conversely, if Harbor Funds Distributors’ expenses are less than the fee it receives, Harbor Funds Distributors will retain the difference.

The fees allocated to the Fund’s respective class is shown on the accompanying Statement of Operations.

Transfer Agent

Harbor Services Group, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Harbor Capital, is the shareholder servicing agent for the Fund. Fees incurred for these transfer agent services are shown on the Fund’s Statement of Operations. The shareholder servicing agreement is reviewed and approved annually by the Trustees of the Fund and currently provides for compensation up to the following amounts per class of the Fund:

 

Share Class

  

Transfer Agent Fees

Institutional Class

  

0.09% of the average daily net assets of all Institutional Class shares.

Administrative Class

  

0.09% of the average daily net assets of all Administrative Class shares.

Effective March 1, 2009, the transfer agent fees for the Institutional and Administrative Class shares increased from 0.06% to 0.09%. Harbor Services Group, Inc. has voluntarily waived a portion of its transfer agent fees during the year ended October 31, 2009. Fees incurred for these transfer agent services are shown on the Fund’s Statements of Operations.

Shareholders

On October 31, 2009, Harbor Capital, Harbor Funds Distributors, and Harbor Services Group, held the following shares of beneficial interest in the Fund:

 

     Harbor Capital,
Harbor Funds Distributors, and
Harbor Services Group

Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund

   316,847

Independent Trustees

The fees and expenses of the Independent Trustees allocated to the Fund are shown on the Fund’s Statement of Operations. The Independent Trustees’ remuneration for the Fund totaled less than $1 for the year ended October 31, 2009.

The Board of Trustees has adopted a Deferred Compensation Plan for Independent Trustees (the “Plan”) which enables Trustees to elect to defer receipt of all or a portion of the annual compensation they are entitled to receive from the Trust (with the exception of the Harbor Money Market Fund). For purposes of determining the amount owed to a Trustee under

 

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(Currency in thousands)

 

NOTE 4—FEES AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS WITH AFFILIATES—Continued

 

the Plan, deferred amounts are treated as though they had been invested in shares of the fund(s) selected by the Trustee. The deferred compensation liability is included as a component of “Trustees’ fees and expenses” in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities and fluctuates with changes in the market value of the selected security. The market value adjustment for the Fund totaled less than $1 for the year ended October 31, 2009. The deferred compensation and related mark-to-market impact will be a liability of the Fund until distributed in accordance with the Plan.

Redemption Fee

A 2% redemption fee is charged on shares of the Fund that are redeemed within 30 days from their date of purchase. All redemption fees are recorded by the Fund as paid-in capital. For the year ended October 31, 2009 the redemption fee proceeds are as follows:

 

     Amount

Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund

   $ 9

NOTE 5—TAX INFORMATION

The amount and character of income and net realized gains to be distributed are determined in accordance with income tax rules and regulations, which may differ from generally accepted accounting principles. These differences are attributable to permanent book and tax accounting differences. Reclassifications are made to the Funds’ capital accounts to reflect income and net realized gains available for distribution (or available capital loss carryovers) under income tax rules and regulations. The amounts reclassified on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities for the year ended October 31, 2009 are as follows:

 

     Undistributed Net
Investment
Income/(Loss)
   Accumulated Net
Realized
Gain/(Loss)
    Paid-In
Capital

Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund

   $ 5,979    $ (6,840   $ 861

The tax composition of distributions are as follows:

 

     As of October 31, 2008    As of October 31, 2009
     Ordinary
Income
   Long-Term
Capital Gains
   Total    Ordinary
Income
   Long-term
Capital Gains
   Total

Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund

   $ 8    $    $ 8    $ 218    $    $ 218

As of October 31, 2009, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis are as follows:

 

     Undistributed
Ordinary Income
   Undistributed
Long-Term Capital
Gains
   Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)

Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund

   $ 6,497    $ 104    $ 1,437

The identified cost for federal income tax purposes of investments owned by the Fund (including earned discount on corporate short-term notes and commercial paper) and their respective gross unrealized appreciation and depreciation at October 31, 2009 are as follows:

 

     Identified Cost    Gross Unrealized     Net Unrealized
Appreciation/
(Depreciation)
      Appreciation    (Depreciation)    

Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund

   $ 74,612    $ 1,275    $ (30   $ 1,245

NOTE 6—DERIVATIVES

ASC 815

The Fund has adopted ASC 815, Derivatives and Hedging. ASC 815 requires disclosure for (1) the nature and term of the credit derivative, reasons for entering into the credit derivative, the events or circumstances that would require the seller to

 

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(Currency in thousands)

NOTE 6—DERIVATIVES—Continued

 

perform under the credit derivative, and the current status of the payment/ performance risk of the credit derivative, (2) the maximum potential amount of future undiscounted payments the seller could be required to make under the credit derivative, (3) the fair value of the credit derivative, and (4) the nature of any recourse provisions and assets held either as collateral or by third parties. ASC 815 requires additional disclosures about the current status of the payment/performance risk of a guarantee.

ASC 815 also requires qualitative disclosures about the objectives and strategies for using derivatives, quantitative disclosures about fair values of derivative instruments and disclosures about credit-risk related contingent features in derivative agreements. For a detailed discussion of risks related to these investments please refer to the descriptions of each derivative in Note 2—Significant Accounting Policies. The disclosure requirements of ASC 815 distinguish between derivatives which are accounted for as “hedges” and those that do not qualify for such accounting. The Fund’s derivative holdings do not qualify for hedge accounting treatment and as such are recorded at fair value. The adoption of ASC 815 had no impact on the Fund’s net assets or results of operations.

At October 31, 2009, the fair values of derivatives were reflected in the Statement of Assets and Liabilities as follows:

 

Statement of Assets and Liabilities Caption

   Interest Rate
Contracts
    Foreign
Exchange
Contracts
    Credit
Contracts
   Commodity
Contracts
    Total  

Assets

           

Open forward currency contractsa

   $      $ 21      $    $      $ 21   

Unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on swap agreementsa

                   4      114        118   

Variation margin on futures contractsb

     206                           206   

Liabilities

           

Open forward currency contractsa

   $      $ (15   $    $      $ (15

Unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on swap agreementsc

     (1                 (27     (28

Variation margin on futures contractsb

     (7                        (7

Written Options, at value

     (22                        (22

 

 

a These captions are presented at their respective net balance on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities due to the existence of master netting agreements.

 

b Includes cumulative appreciation/depreciation of futures contracts as reported in the Portfolio of Investments. Only current day’s variation margin is reported within the Statement of Assets & Liabilities.

 

c Net of premiums paid of $3.

Net realized gain/(loss) and the change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) on derivatives for the year ended October 31, 2009, were:

 

     Interest Rate
Contracts
    Foreign
Exchange
Contracts
    Credit
Contracts
   Commodity
Contracts
   Total  

Net Realized Gain/(Loss) on Derivatives

            

Forward Currency Contracts

   $      $ (63   $    $    $ (63

Future Contracts

     51                         51   

Option Contracts-Written

     31                         31   

Swap Agreements

     92                    5,975      6,067   
                                      

Net Realized Gain/(Loss) on Derivatives

   $ 174      $ (63   $    $ 5,975    $ 6,086   
                                      

Change in Unrealized Appreciation/(Depreciation) on Derivatives

            

Forward Currency Contracts

   $      $ 7      $    $    $ 7   

Future Contracts

     184                         184   

Option Contracts-Written

     80                         80   

Swap Agreements

     (1            4      141      144   
                                      

Change in Unrealized Appreciation/(Depreciation) on Derivatives

   $ 263      $ 7      $ 4    $ 141    $ 415   
                                      

NOTE 7—SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

ASC 855

Through December 21, 2009, the date the financial statements were available to be issued, no subsequent events or transactions had occurred that would have materially impacted the financial statements as of October 31, 2009 as presented herein.

 

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

 

To the Shareholders and Board of Trustees of

Harbor Funds

We have audited the accompanying consolidated statement of assets and liabilities of Harbor Funds (the Trust) comprising of the Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund, including the consolidated portfolio of investments, as of October 31, 2009, and the related consolidated statements of operations for the year then ended, the statements of changes in net assets for the period from September 2, 2008 (commencement of operations) through October 31, 2008 and for the year ended October 31, 2009, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein. These financial statements and financial highlights are the responsibility of the Trust’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements and financial highlights based on our audits.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements and financial highlights are free of material misstatement. We were not engaged to perform an audit of the Trust’s internal control over financial reporting. Our audits included consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Trust’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements and financial highlights, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of October 31, 2009, by correspondence with the custodian and brokers or by other appropriate auditing procedures where replies from brokers were not received. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements and financial highlights referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund at October 31, 2009, the results of their operations for the year then ended, the changes in their net assets for the period from September 2, 2008 (commencement of operations) through October 31, 2008 and for the year ended October 31, 2009, and financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.

LOGO

Boston, Massachusetts

December 21, 2009

 

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FEES AND EXPENSE EXAMPLE (Unaudited)

 

 

As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including redemption fees and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees, distribution and service (12b-1) fees, and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period May 1, 2008 through October 31, 2009.

Actual Expenses

The first line of the table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each share class. You may use the information in the respective class line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line of the respective class under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The second line of the table for each share class below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the respective Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the respective Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in this Fund to other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as redemption fees. Therefore, the second line of the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.

 

       Annualized
Expense Ratio
     Expenses Paid
During Period*
    

Beginning Account
Value

(May 1, 2009)

    

Ending Account
Value

(October 31, 2009)

Harbor Commodity Real Return Strategy Fund

                

Institutional Class

     0.94%                 

Actual

          $ 5.35      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,258.53

Hypothetical (5% return)

            4.79        1,000.00        1,020.35

Administrative Class

     1.19%                 

Actual

          $ 6.76      $ 1,000.00      $ 1,253.82

Hypothetical (5% return)

              6.06        1,000.00        1,019.06
* Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized expense ratio, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 184/365 (to reflect the one-half year period).

 

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (Unaudited)

 

 

ADDITIONAL TAX INFORMATION

Shareholders who own a taxable Harbor Funds account and that received distributions from the Fund during calendar year 2009 will receive a Form 1099-DIV in January 2010 that will show the tax character of those distributions.

PROXY VOTING

The Fund has adopted Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures under which the Fund votes proxies relating to securities held by the Fund. In addition, the Fund files Form N-PX, with its complete proxy voting record for the 12 months ended June 30th, no later than August 31st of each year. A description of the Fund’s Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures and the Fund’s proxy voting record (Form N-PX) is available (i) without charge, upon request, by calling Harbor Funds toll-free at 800-422-1050; (ii) on the Fund’s website at www.harborfunds.com; and (iii) on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

HOUSEHOLDING

Harbor Funds has adopted a policy that allows it to send only one copy of a Fund’s prospectus, proxy material, annual report and semi-annual report to certain shareholders residing at the same household. This reduces Fund expenses, which benefits you and other shareholders. If you need additional copies or do not want your mailings to be “householded,” please call the Shareholder Servicing Agent at 800-422-1050. Individual copies will be sent within thirty (30) days after the Shareholder Servicing Agent receives your instructions. Your consent to householding is considered valid until revoked.

QUARTERLY PORTFOLIO DISCLOSURES

The Fund files a complete portfolio of investments with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. The Fund’s Form N-Q is available (i) without charge, upon request, by calling Harbor Funds toll-free at 800-422-1050, (ii) on the Fund’s website at www.harborfunds.com, and (iii) on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. The form may also be viewed and copied at the Commission’s Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. Information regarding the operations of the Public Reference Room may also be obtained by calling 800-SEC-0330.

 

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TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS

(As of December 2009)

The business and affairs of the Trust is managed by or under the direction of the Trustees, and they have all powers necessary or desirable to carry out that responsibility. The Trustees have full power and authority to take or refrain from taking any action and to execute any contracts and instruments that they may consider necessary or desirable in the management of the Trust. Any determination made by the Trustees in good faith as to what is in the best interests of the Trust shall be conclusive. Information pertaining to the Trustees and Officers of Harbor Funds is set forth below. Except as noted, the address of each Trustee and Officer is 111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4302.

 

Name (Age)
Position(s) with Fund
Address
  Term of
Office and
Length of
Time Served1
   Principal Occupation(s) During Past Five Years   Number of
Portfolios in
Fund Complex
Overseen by
Trustee
  Other Directorships
of Public Companies
Held by Trustee
INDEPENDENT TRUSTEES

Raymond J. Ball (65)

Trustee

    University of Chicago

    Graduate School of Business

    5807 South Woodlawn Avenue

    Chicago, IL 60637

  Since 2006    Sidney Davidson Professor of Accounting, University of Chicago Booth School of Business (2000-Present); Advisor, Sensory Networks (computer security firm) (2001-Present); Academic Affiliate, Analysis Group (litigation consulting firm) (2000-Present); and Professor, European Institute of Advanced Studies in Management (1998-Present).   27   None

Howard P. Colhoun (74)

Trustee

    14114 Mantua Mill Road

    Glyndon, MD 21071

  Since 1986    Retired. General Partner, Emerging Growth Partners, L.P. (investing in small companies) (1982-1997); Director, Storage U.S.A. (1994-2002); and Vice President and Director of Mutual Funds, T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. (prior to 1982).   27   None

John P. Gould (70)

Trustee

    University of Chicago

    Graduate School of Business

    5807 South Woodlawn Avenue

    Chicago, IL 60637

  Since 1994    Steven G. Rothmeier Professor (1996-Present) and Distinguished Service Professor of Economics, University of Chicago Booth School of Business (1984-Present, on faculty since 1965); Trustee of Milwaukee Insurance (1997-Present); Director of Unext.com (Internet based education company) (1999-2006); and Principal and Executive Vice President of Lexecon Inc. (economics consulting firm) (1994-2004).   27  

Independent Trustee of Dimensional Fund Advisors family of mutual funds

(1986-Present).

Rodger F. Smith (68)

Trustee

    6 High Ridge Park

    Stamford, CT 06905

  Since 1987    Managing Director, Greenwich Associates (a research based consulting firm) (1976-Present); Director of Arlington Capital Management (CI) Limited (investment advisory firm) (1992-Present); and Chair of Trust Advisory Committee of Tau Beta Pi Association (engineering honor society) (1985-Present).   27   None
INTERESTED TRUSTEE

David G. Van Hooser (63)*

Chairman, Trustee and
President

  Since 2000    President (2002-Present), Director and Chairman of the Board (2000-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Chief Executive Officer (2007-Present), President (2003-2007) and Director (2000-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.; and Director, Harbor Services Group, Inc. (2000-Present).   27   None

 

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Harbor Strategic Markets Funds

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION—Continued

 

 

Name (Age)
Position(s) with Fund
Address
  Term of
Office and
Length of
Time Served1
   Principal Occupation(s) During Past Five Years
FUND OFFICERS**

Charles F. McCain (40)

Chief Compliance Officer

  Since 2004    Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer (2004-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Director (2007-Present) and Chief Compliance Officer (2004-Present) Harbor Services Group, Inc.; Director, Executive Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer (2007-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors Inc.; and Junior Partner, Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (law firm) (1996-2004).

Anmarie S. Kolinski (38)

Treasurer

  Since 2007    Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (2007-Present), Vice President – Internal Audit (2005-2007), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Chief Financial Officer (2007-Present), Harbor Services Group, Inc., and Audit Senior Manager (2002-2005), Ernst & Young LLP.

Erik D. Ojala (34)

Vice President and Secretary

  Since 2007    Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel (2007-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Vice President and Assistant General Counsel (2003-2007), Corporate Secretary (2006-2007) and Compliance Officer (2003-2004), Ariel Investments, LLC; and Vice President and Secretary (2003-2007), Ariel Investment Trust (mutual funds).

Brian L. Collins (41)

Vice President

  Since 2005    Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer (2004-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; and Director, U.S. Investment Management Research (1998-2004), Mercer Investment Consulting, Inc.

Charles P. Ragusa (50)

Vice President

  Since 2007    Executive Vice President (2007-Present), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; President (2007-Present), Harbor Services Group, Inc.; Executive Vice President (2007-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.; Vice President, Mutual Fund Operations (2005-2007) Boston Financial Data Services, Inc.; and Senior Vice President (2002-2005), IXIS Asset Management Services Co.

Jodie L. Crotteau (37)

Assistant Secretary

  Since 2005    Vice President, Secretary and Compliance Director (2007-Present), Assistant Secretary (2005-2007), Compliance Manager (2005-2006), and Regulatory Compliance Specialist (2004-2005), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Assistant Secretary (2005-Present), Harbor Services Group, Inc.; and Assistant Secretary (2007-Present), Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.

Susan A. DeRoche (57)

Assistant Secretary

    33 Arch Street
    Suite 2001

    Boston, MA 02110

  Since 2006    Vice President and Compliance Director (2007-Present), Assistant Secretary (2006-Present) and Compliance Manager (2006), Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.; Secretary (2007-Present) Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.; and Securities Specialist (1981-2006), Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (law firm).

 

 

 

1 Each Trustee serves for an indefinite term, until his successor is elected. Each officer is elected annually.
* Mr. Van Hooser is deemed an “Interested Trustee” due to his affiliation with the Adviser and Distributor of Harbor Funds.
** Officers of the Funds are “interested persons” as defined in the Investment Company Act.

(This document must be preceded or accompanied by a Prospectus.)

 

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Harbor’s Privacy Statement

 

 

The following privacy statement is issued by Harbor Funds and each series of Harbor Funds and its affiliates, Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc., Harbor Services Group, Inc. and Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc. These measures reflect our commitment to maintaining the privacy of your confidential information. We appreciate the confidence you have shown by entrusting us with your assets.

 

 

Personal Information

 

It is our policy to respect the privacy of current and former shareholders and to protect personal information entrusted to us. We do not sell your personal information to anyone.

In the course of providing products and services, we collect non-public personal information about you from the following sources: applications, forms, our website (including any information captured through our use of “cookies”) and transactions with us, our affiliates or other parties.

The non-public personal information collected may include name, address, e-mail address, telephone/fax numbers, account number, social security or taxpayer identification number, investment activity, and bank account information.

When you visit our website, we may collect technical and navigational information, such as computer browser type, Internet protocol address, pages visited and average time spent on our website. We may use this information to alert you to software compatibility issues, or to improve our web design and functionality. We use “cookies” and similar files that may be placed on your hard drive for security purposes, to facilitate site navigation and to personalize the appearance of our site.

 

 

Information Sharing

 

We occasionally disclose non-public personal information about our current or former shareholders with affiliated and non-affiliated parties, as permitted or required by law or regulation. In the normal course of servicing our shareholders, information we collect may be shared with non-affiliated companies that perform support services on our behalf or to other firms that assist us in providing you with products and services, such as custodians, transfer agents, broker-dealers and marketing service firms, as well as with other financial institutions. These companies may not use the information for any other purpose. We may also share information with affiliates that are engaged in a variety of financial services in order to better service your account(s).

When information is shared with third parties, they are not permitted to use the information for any purpose other than to assist our servicing of your account(s) or as permitted by law.

If you close your account(s) or if we lose contact with you, we will continue to share information in accordance with our current privacy policy and practices.

 

 

Access to Information

 

Access to non-public personal information is limited to employees, agents or other parties who need to know that information to perform their jobs, such as servicing your account(s), resolving problems or informing you of new products or services.

 

 

Security

 

We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards to protect your non-public personal information.

For customers accessing information through our web site, various forms of Internet security, such as data encryption firewall barriers, user names and passwords, and other tools are used. For additional information regarding our security measures, visit the terms and conditions of use on our website at www.harborfunds.com.

 

We recommend that you read and retain this notice for your personal files

 

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Glossary

 

 

Russell 1000® Growth Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for larger capitalization growth stocks. Measures the performance of those Russell 1000® companies with higher price-to-book ratios and higher forecasted growth value.

Standard & Poor’s 500 Stock Index (S&P 500)—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. stock market.

Russell Midcap® Growth Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for medium capitalization growth stocks.

Russell 2000® Growth Index—An unmanaged index representing the smallest 2000 stocks with the highest price-to-book ratio and future earnings according to the Frank Russell Company.

Russell 1000® Value Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for larger capitalization value stocks.

Russell Midcap® Value Index—An unmanaged index generally representative of the U.S. market for medium capitalization value stocks.

Russell 2000® Value Index—An unmanaged index representing the smallest 2000 stocks with the lowest price-to-book ratio and future earnings according to the Frank Russell Company.

MSCI EAFE Index (Morgan Stanley Capital International—Europe, Australasia, Far East)—An unmanaged index generally representative of major overseas stock markets that is designed to measure developed market equity performance, excluding the U.S. and Canada.

MSCI EAFE Growth Index (Morgan Stanley Capital International—Europe, Australasia, Far East Growth)—An unmanaged index generally representative of growth stocks within the major overseas stock markets.

MSCI (Morgan Stanley Capital International) World Index—A free float-adjusted market capitalization index that is designed to measure global developed market equity performance.

BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield Index—An unmanaged index that tracks the performance of below investment grade U.S. dollar-denominated corporate bonds publicly issued in the U.S. domestic market.

Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index—An unmanaged index of investment-grade fixed-rate debt issues with maturities of at least one year.

Barclays Capital U.S. TIPS Index—An unmanaged market index comprised of all U.S. Treasury Inflation Protected Securities rated investment grade (Baa3 or better), having at least one year to final maturity, and at least $250 million par amount outstanding.

BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year US Treasury Index—An unmanaged index consisting of all public U.S. Treasury obligations having maturities from 1 to 2.99 years and reflects total return.

BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month Treasury Bills—90-day Treasury Bills are debt obligations issued by the U.S. government with a maturity of 90 days.

12b-1 Fee—A mutual fund fee, named for the SEC rule that permits it, used to pay for broker-dealer compensation and other distribution costs. If a fund has a 12b-1 fee, it will be disclosed in the fee table of a fund’s prospectus.

ADR—ADR after the name of a foreign holding stands for American Depositary Receipts representing ownership of foreign securities. ADRs are issued by U.S. banking institutions.

Average Market Capitalization—The average market capitalization of a fund’s equity portfolio gives you a measure of the size of the companies in which the fund invests. Market capitalization is calculated by multiplying the number of a company’s shares outstanding by its price per share.

Average Weighted Coupon—A calculation from a fund’s portfolio by weighting the coupon of each bond by its relative size in the portfolio.

Beta—A measure of market-related risk. The beta of every index is 1.00, no matter how volatile the index is. A beta less than one means the portfolio is less volatile than the index. A beta higher than one indicates more volatility than the index.

Bottom-Up Equity Management Style—A management style that de-emphasizes the significance of economic and market cycles, focusing instead on the analysis of individual stocks.

 

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Glossary—Continued

 

 

Capital Gains Distribution—Profits distributed to shareholders resulting from the sale of securities held in the fund’s portfolio.

Credit Risk—The possibility that a bond issuer may not be able to pay interest and repay its debt.

CUSIP Number—Identification number assigned to every stock, corporate bond and municipal bond by the Committee on Uniform Securities Identification Procedures (CUSIP), which is established by the American Bankers Association.

Diversification—The practice of investing broadly across securities of a number of issuers to reduce risk.

Duration—A common gauge of the price sensitivity of a fixed income asset or portfolio to a change in interest rates.

Emerging Markets—Emerging markets are countries with relatively young stock and bond markets. Examples include Brazil and Thailand. Typically, emerging-markets investments have the potential for losses and gains larger than those of developed-market investments.

Expense Ratio—The fund’s total annual operating expenses (including management fees, distribution (12b-1) fees and other expenses) expressed as a percentage of average net assets.

Family of Funds—A group of mutual funds, each typically with its own investment objective, managed and distributed by the same company.

GDR—GDR after the name of a holding stands for Global Depositary Receipt representing ownership of foreign securities. GDRs are issued by either U.S. or non-U.S. banking organizations.

Inception Date—The date on which the fund commenced operations.

Investment Objective—The goal that an investor and mutual fund pursue together (e.g., current income, long-term capital growth, etc.)

Median Market Cap—An indicator of the size of companies in which a fund invests; the midpoint of market capitalization (market price x shares outstanding) of a fund’s stocks, weighted by the proportion of the fund’s assets invested in each stock. Stocks representing half of the fund’s assets have market capitalizations above the median, and the rest are below it.

Net Asset Value (NAV)—The per share value of a mutual fund, determined by subtracting the fund’s liabilities from its assets and dividing by the number of shares outstanding. Mutual funds calculate their NAVs at least once each business day.

No-load Fund—A mutual fund whose shares are sold without a sales commission and without a 12b-1 fee of more than .25 percent per year. Harbor funds are no-load.

Open-End Investment Company—The legal name for a mutual fund, indicating that it stands ready to redeem (buy back) its shares from investors on any business day. Harbor Funds is an open-end investment company.

Operating Expenses—Business costs paid from a fund’s assets before earnings are distributed to shareholders. These include management fees and 12b-1 fees and other expenses.

Portfolio Manager—A specialist employed by a mutual fund’s adviser to invest the fund’s assets in accordance with predetermined investment objectives.

Portfolio Turnover—A measure of the trading activity in a fund’s investment portfolio (how often securities are bought and sold by a fund). An indication of a fund’s trading activity. Funds with high turnover rates incur higher transaction costs and may be more likely to distribute capital gains (which may be taxable to investors).

Price to Book Ratio (P/B)—A ratio used to compare a stock’s market value to its book value. It is calculated by dividing the current closing price of the stock by the latest quarter’s book value. For a fund, the weighted average price/book ratio of the stocks it holds.

Price to Earnings Ratio (P/E)—The ratio of a stock’s current price to its per-share earnings over the past year. For a fund, the weighted average P/E of the stocks it holds. P/E is an indicator of market expectations about corporate prospects; the higher the P/E, the greater the market expectations are for a company’s future growth.

Prospectus—The official document that describes a mutual fund to prospective investors. The prospectus contains information required by the SEC, such as investment objectives and policies, risks, services and fees.

 

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Glossary—Continued

 

 

R-Squared—R-Squared is the measure of correlation between a fund and the market (benchmark). It is calculated by regressing the fund against an appropriate index over time. Values range between 0 and 1. The higher the value of R-Square, the greater the correlation between the two. R-Squared is calculated over the last 36 months. An R-squared of 1 means that all movements of a fund are completely explained by movements in the index. Conversely, a low R-squared indicates that very few of the fund’s movements are explained by movements in its benchmark index. An R-squared measure of 0.35, for example, means that only 35% of the fund’s movements can be explained by movements in its benchmark index. Therefore, R-squared can be used to ascertain the significance of a particular beta or alpha. Generally, a higher R-squared will indicate a more useful beta figure. If the R-squared is lower, then the beta is less relevant to the fund’s performance.

Record Date—The date on which a shareholder must officially own shares in order to be entitled to a dividend.

Redemption Fee—Fee charged to shareholders by a mutual fund when they sell shares within a specified period after purchase. The time limit and size of fee vary among funds. The fee is paid to the fund, not the fund’s investment adviser. Its purpose is to protect long-term investors from the impact of short-term traders.

REITs (Real Estate Investment Trust)—REITs invest in real estate or loans secured by real estate and issue shares in such investments. A REIT is similar to a closed-end mutual fund.

Repurchase Agreement (Repo)—A form of short-term borrowing for dealers in government securities. The dealer sells the government securities to investors, usually on an overnight basis, and buys them back the following day. For the party selling the security (and agreeing to repurchase it in the future), it is a repo. For the party on the other end of the transaction (buying the security and agreeing to sell back in the future), it is a reverse repurchase agreement.

Risk/Reward (or Return)—The relationship between the degree of risk associated with an investment and its return potential. Typically, the higher the potential return of an investment, the greater the risk.

Statement of Additional Information (SAI)—The supplementary document to a prospectus that contains more detailed information about a mutual fund; also known as “Part B” of a fund’s registration statement.

TBAs—A term used to describe a forward mortgage-backed securities trade. Pass-through securities issued by Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae and Ginnie Mae trade in the TBA market. The term TBA is derived from the fact that the actual mortgage-backed security that will be delivered to fulfill a TBA trade is not designated at the time the trade is made. The securities are “to be announced” 48 hours prior to the established trade settlement date.

TIPS—Treasury inflation-protected securities (TIPS) are securities in which the principal amount is adjusted for inflation and interest payments are applied to the inflation-adjusted principal.

Top-Down Equity Management Style—Investment style that begins with an assessment of the overall economic environment and makes a general asset allocation decision regarding various sectors of the financial markets and various industries.

Total Return—Return on an investment over a specified period, including price appreciation (or depreciation) plus any income, expressed as an average annual compound of return.

Yield to Maturity—The term used to describe the rate of return an investor will receive if a long-term, interest-bearing security, such as a bond, is held to its maturity date. Yield to maturity is greater than the coupon rate if the bond is selling at a discount and less than the coupon rate if it is selling at a premium.

Weighted Average Credit Quality—Average credit quality gives a snapshot of the portfolio’s overall credit quality. It is an average of each bond’s credit rating, adjusted for its relative weighting in the portfolio. U.S. government bonds carry the highest credit rating, while bonds issued by speculative or bankrupt companies usually carry the lowest credit ratings. Anything at or below BB is considered a high-yield or “junk” bond.

Weighted Average Duration—Duration is a time measure of a bond’s interest-rate sensitivity, based on the weighted average of the time periods over which a bond’s cash flows accrue to the bondholder. Time periods are weighted by multiplying by the present value of its cash flow divided by the bond’s price. (A bond’s cash flows consist of coupon payments and repayment of capital.) A bond’s duration will almost always be shorter than its maturity, with the exception of zero-coupon bonds, for which maturity and duration are equal.

Weighted Average Maturity—The average length of time until principal must be repaid for all bonds in a mutual fund portfolio on a dollar weighted basis.

Yield—A measure of net income (dividends and interest) earned by the securities in the fund’s portfolio less fund expenses during a specified period. A fund’s yield is expressed as a percentage of the maximum offering price per share on a specified date.

 

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LOGO

 

111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor   Chicago, IL 60606-4302   800-422-1050   www.harborfunds.com

 

Trustees & Officers

David G. Van Hooser

Chairman, President & Trustee

Raymond J. Ball

Trustee

Howard P. Colhoun

Trustee

John P. Gould

Trustee

Rodger F. Smith

Trustee

Charles F. McCain

Chief Compliance Officer

Anmarie S. Kolinski

Treasurer

Erik D. Ojala

Vice President & Secretary

Brian L. Collins

Vice President

Charles P. Ragusa

Vice President

Jodie L. Crotteau

Assistant Secretary

Susan A. DeRoche

Assistant Secretary

 

Investment Adviser

Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.

111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor

Chicago, IL 60606-4302

Distributor & Principal Underwriter

Harbor Funds Distributors, Inc.

111 South Wacker Drive, 34th Floor

Chicago, IL 60606-4302

312-443-4400

Shareholder Servicing Agent

Harbor Services Group, Inc.

P.O. Box 804660

Chicago, IL 60680-4108

800-422-1050

Custodian

State Street Bank & Trust Company

225 Franklin Street

Boston, MA 02110

Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Ernst & Young LLP

200 Clarendon Street

Boston, MA 02116

 

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LOGO

 

Annual Report

October 31, 2009

Fixed Income Funds

 

Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund

Harbor Bond Fund

Harbor Real Return Fund

Harbor Short Duration Fund

Harbor Money Market Fund


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Annual Report Overview

     1

Letter from the Chairman

     2

Fixed Income Funds

    

HARBOR HIGH-YIELD BOND FUND

    

Managers’ Commentary

     4

Fund Summary

     6

Fund Performance Summary

     7

Portfolio of Investments

     8

HARBOR BOND FUND

    

Manager’s Commentary

     17

Fund Summary

     19

Fund Performance Summary

     20

Portfolio of Investments

     21

HARBOR REAL RETURN FUND

    

Manager’s Commentary

     35

Fund Summary

     37

Fund Performance Summary

     38

Portfolio of Investments

     39

HARBOR SHORT DURATION FUND

    

Manager’s Commentary

     44

Fund Summary

     46

Fund Performance Summary

     47

Portfolio of Investments

     48

HARBOR MONEY MARKET FUND

    

Manager’s Commentary

     50

Fund Summary

     52

Fund Performance Summary

     53

Portfolio of Investments

     54

Financial Statements

    

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

     56

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS

     57

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

     58

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

     62

Notes to Financial Statements

     68

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

     83

Fees and Expense Example

     84

Additional Information

    

ADDITIONAL TAX INFORMATION

     86

PROXY VOTING

     86

HOUSEHOLDING

     86

QUARTERLY PORTFOLIO DISCLOSURES

     86

TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS

     87

Harbor’s Privacy Statement

     89

Glossary

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Harbor Fixed Income Funds

ANNUAL REPORT OVERVIEW

 

 

Harbor Funds’ fiscal year ended October 31, 2009. The performance figures for each of the Harbor Funds shown below assume the reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, but do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of shares of the Funds. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice. For information on the different share classes, please refer to the current prospectus. The unmanaged indices do not reflect fees and expenses and are not available for direct investment.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

     Total Return
Year Ended October 31, 2009
 
     Institutional
Class
    Administrative
Class
    Investor
Class
 

HARBOR FIXED INCOME FUNDS

      

Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund

   28.70   28.41   28.21

Harbor Bond Fund

   19.44      19.18      N/A   

Harbor Real Return Fund

   20.73      20.52      N/A   

Harbor Short Duration Fund

   1.40      1.13      N/A   

Harbor Money Market Fund

   0.39      0.31      N/A   

 

COMMONLY USED MARKET INDICES    Total Return
Year Ended
October 31, 2009
 

BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield; domestic high-yield bonds

   48.79

Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond; domestic bonds

   13.79   

Barclays Capital U.S. TIPS; domestic bonds

   17.15   

BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year US Treasury; domestic bonds

   2.74   

BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month Treasury Bills; domestic short-term

   0.30   

 

       EXPENSE RATIOS1      Morningstar
Average2

(Unaudited)
 
       2005        2006      2007        2008        2009     

HARBOR FIXED INCOME FUNDS

                         

Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund

                         

Institutional Class

     0.82      0.81    0.82      0.77      0.75    0.84

Administrative Class

     c       1.05       1.07         1.02         1.00       1.17   

Investor Class

     1.25         1.21       1.20         1.14         1.12       1.18   

Harbor Bond Fund

                         

Institutional Class

     0.58      0.58    0.56      0.55      0.57    0.67

Administrative Class

     0.83         0.83       0.81         0.80         0.82       1.10   

Harbor Real Return Fund

                         

Institutional Class

     N/A         0.57 %a,b     0.56      0.57      0.60    0.60

Administrative Class

     N/A         0.82 a,b     0.82         0.82         0.85       0.98   

Harbor Short Duration Fund

                         

Institutional Class

     0.39      0.39    0.39      0.38      0.38    0.61

Administrative Class

     0.64         0.64       0.64         0.63         0.63       1.06   

Harbor Money Market Fund

                         

Institutional Class

     0.35      0.32    0.28      0.28      0.21    0.61

Administrative Class

     0.60         0.57       0.53         0.53         0.25       0.80   

 

 

1 Harbor Funds’ expense ratios are for operating expenses only and are shown net of all expense offsets, waivers and reimbursements. (See Financial Highlights).
2 Institutional Class comparison includes all actively managed no-load funds with 12b-1 fees less than or equal to 0.25% in the October 31, 2009 Morningstar Universe with the same investment style as the comparable Harbor Funds’ portfolio. Administrative and Investor Class comparisons includes all actively managed no-load funds with 12b-1 fees less than or equal to 0.25% in the October 31, 2009 Morningstar Universe, excluding the Institutional Share Class Funds, with the same investment style as the comparable Harbor Funds’ portfolio.
a Annualized.
b For the period December 1, 2005 (inception) through October 31, 2006.
c Assets in this class were too small to incur any expense for the period.

 

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Letter from the Chairman

 

LOGO

David G. Van Hooser

Chairman

 

Dear Fellow Shareholder:

The fiscal year ended October 31, 2009 was one of the most remarkable years in history for the financial markets. As the fiscal year began, domestic equity markets were experiencing declines of a magnitude last seen over 70 years ago. Certain segments of the credit markets had very limited liquidity and fixed income investors were seeking the safety of U.S. Treasury securities. The financial crisis broadened into an economic crisis with declines in domestic spending and consumer confidence and an increase in unemployment. These conditions were not confined to the U.S. Almost every market and economy in the world was experiencing a similar or related crisis.

As equity markets declined early in the fiscal year, investors focused more attention on the risk/return characteristics of the fixed income markets. The broad based U.S. investment-grade bond market, as represented by the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Index, had a return of 13.79% for fiscal 2009. The Barclays Capital U.S. TIPS (Treasury Inflation Protected Securities) Index had a total return of 17.15% for the fiscal year. The highest return in the fixed income markets in fiscal 2009 was in high-yield, or below investment grade, credits. As measured by the BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield Index, the high-yield market was up 48.79% in fiscal 2009. The lower rated and lower priced credits in the high-yield universe rallied the most, enhancing the returns of the high-yield market.

Harbor Fixed Income Funds

As shown in the table below, Harbor’s fixed income funds generally performed well in fiscal 2009.

 

       AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS FOR PERIODS ENDED OCTOBER 31, 2009  
       1 Year      Annualized  
HARBOR FIXED INCOME FUNDS         5 years      10 years  

Harbor High-Yield Fund (Institutional Class)

     28.70    5.18    N/A   

BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield

     48.79    6.02    N/A   

Harbor Bond Fund (Institutional Class)

     19.44    6.37    7.29

Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond

     13.79    5.05    6.31

Harbor Real Return Fund (Institutional Class)

     20.73    N/A       N/A   

Barclays Capital U.S. TIPS

     17.15    N/A       N/A   

Harbor Short Duration Fund (Institutional Class)

     1.40    2.47    3.29

BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year US Treasury

     2.73    4.02    4.53

Harbor Money Market Fund (Institutional Class)

     0.39    3.14    2.98

BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month Treasury Bills

     0.30    3.09    3.07

The Harbor High-Yield Fund uses a rigorous credit process to select the securities added to the portfolio. This disciplined credit approach may sometimes cause the Fund to lag the market when lower-quality credits outperform, which was the case in fiscal 2009. The Harbor High-Yield Fund had a return of 28.70% (Institutional Class), which trailed the BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield Index by 2,009 basis points, or 20.09 percentage points. Although the Fund trailed its benchmark for the fiscal year, we believe the disciplined high-yield credit approach is of benefit to shareholders over the longer term.

The Harbor Bond Fund had a total return of 19.44% (Institutional Class) for the fiscal year, outpacing its Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index benchmark by 565 basis points. The Fund also continued its long-term outperformance of the index for the latest 5 years and 10 years.

The Harbor Real Return Fund, up 20.73% (Institutional Class), outperformed its Barclays Capital U.S. TIPS Index benchmark by 358 basis points. This Fund is of particular interest to those shareholders seeking inflation protection in their fixed income investments.

The Harbor Short Duration Fund returned 1.40% (Institutional Class), lagging its benchmark, the BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year US Treasury Index. The Harbor Money Market Fund, with a return of 0.39% (Institutional Class), slightly outperformed its BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month Treasury Bill Index benchmark.

As always, we would encourage investors to maintain a long-term focus in evaluating their portfolios. Comments by the portfolio managers of the Harbor fixed income funds can be found in the pages preceding the respective Fund’s portfolio of investments.

 

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Domestic Equity, International Equity, and Commodity Markets

The domestic equity market, which generally declined from the start of the fiscal year until March 9, 2009, recovered in the balance of fiscal 2009. As measured by the Wilshire 5000 Total Market Index, the domestic equity market was up 11.32% for fiscal 2009. While domestic equity markets were improving, international equity markets were showing even stronger results. The MSCI EAFE Index of stocks in developed overseas markets had a return of 27.71% (in U.S. dollars). For U.S. investors, international returns as measured by the MSCI EAFE Index were aided by almost 1,400 basis points due to the weaker U.S. dollar. Emerging markets staged a robust recovery, with the MSCI Emerging Markets Index posting a gain of 64.13%.

Commodity prices began the year on a downward trend but later recovered as the global economic outlook showed signs of improvement. The Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM was virtually unchanged for the fiscal year.

Returns of various market indices are shown in the table below.

 

 

       RETURNS FOR PERIODS ENDED OCTOBER 31, 2009  
              Annualized  

Fixed Income

     1 Year      5 Years      10 Years      30 Years  

BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield (high-yield bonds)

     48.79    6.02    6.28    N/A   

Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond (domestic bonds)

     13.79       5.05       6.31       8.91

BofA Merrill Lynch 3-Month Treasury Bills (proxy for money market returns)

     0.30       3.09       3.07       6.11   

Domestic Equities

                             

Dow Jones Wilshire 5000 (entire U.S. stock market)

     11.34    1.06    0.06    11.05

S&P 500 (large cap stocks)

     9.80       0.33       -0.95       11.20   

Russell Midcap® (mid cap stocks)

     18.75       2.40       5.09       12.65   

Russell 2000® (small cap stocks)

     6.46       0.59       4.11       10.52   

Russell 3000® Growth

     17.04       1.26       -3.14       9.91   

Russell 3000® Value

     4.56       -0.05       2.11       11.79   

International & Global

                             

MSCI EAFE (foreign stocks)

     27.71    5.10    2.04    9.75

MSCI World (global stocks)

     18.42       2.64       0.23       9.69   

MSCI Emerging Markets

     64.13       16.78       11.16       N/A   

Strategic Markets

                             

Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index Total ReturnSM

     0.10    -0.39    7.10    N/A   

Investing for the Long Term

The dramatic market declines in late fiscal 2008 and early fiscal 2009, followed by the sharp increase in the markets since March 2009, caused even the most experienced investors to reconsider the level of risk they are willing to accept. Investing in equity and debt markets involves taking risks. Markets are uncertain and no one can predict consistently how the equity and debt markets will perform in the shorter term.

Over the years, experienced investors have learned that a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, and cash in an asset allocation that is consistent with their investment objectives and risk tolerance can be helpful in managing the risk and uncertainty of the markets.

Harbor Funds offers a range of domestic and international equity, strategic markets, and fixed income funds to help investors create an asset allocation plan to help each investor achieve their investment objectives.

Thank you for your investment in Harbor Funds.

December 18, 2009

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David G. Van Hooser

Chairman

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

SUBADVISER

Shenkman Capital

Management, Inc.

461 Fifth Avenue

22nd Floor

New York, NY 10017

PORTFOLIO MANAGERS

Mark Shenkman

Since 2002

Mark Flanagan

CFA, CPA

Since 2002

Frank Whitley

Since 2002

Shenkman Capital has

subadvised the Fund since its inception in 2002.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Total return.

PRINCIPAL STYLE
CHARACTERISTICS

High-yield bonds.

LOGO

Mark Shenkman

LOGO

Mark Flanagan

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Frank Whitley

 

Management’s Discussion of

Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

After experiencing one of the worst financial crises on record in calendar 2008, the U.S. financial markets roared back over the first 10 months of 2009. During the rebound, the high-yield sector was the superstar performer as it significantly outpaced every U.S. equity and fixed income sector. For example, for the year ended October 31, 2009, the BofA Merrill Lynch High Yield Index gained 48.8%, the S&P 500 gained 9.8%, and the BofA Merrill Lynch Investment Grade Index gained 30.8%. One key driver of the strong performance of high-yield has been a dramatically improved default environment. This positive development has been due to a combination of robust capital markets and an improvement in the economic outlook. Portfolio managers have drastically reduced their estimates for defaults in 2009 and 2010. Most strategists now estimate a 13% default rate in 2009, while the default rate for 2010 is expected to plunge to 5%. This represents a considerable improvement in the default outlook year-over-year and a much faster decline to the long- term average than experienced during either the early-1990s or the early-2000 default cycles. The improvement in the default outlook has resulted in a dramatic decrease in yield spreads, or risk premiums, which caused bonds prices to gap up significantly.

During the financial crisis in 2008, there was clearly a “flight to quality” as investors jettisoned almost every risky asset class and sought safety in U.S. Treasurys. However, during the high-yield rebound of 2009, a “flight to risk” trade was the common theme as lower-rated and lower-priced securities rallied the most. One surprising development during the third calendar quarter of 2009 was the magnitude of spread tightening for the riskier securities within the high-yield market. At October 31, 2009, the risk premium for triple-C rated securities, which ostensibly have the highest probability of default, was below its long-term average spread. However, the risk premiums for single-B and double-B rated securities were still well above their respective long term averages. This relationship appears inconsistent with the somewhat tenuous economic recovery.

The U.S. economy appears to have turned the corner during the third quarter of 2009, as it grew at a 2.8% annualized growth rate. This resumption of economic growth, coming on the heels of the worst period of economic contraction since 1947, is an encouraging sign. However, while U.S. GDP in the third quarter grew at an impressive rate, we believe it was artificially bolstered by tax credits for new home buyers, the heavily subsidized Cash for Clunkers program, and inventory restocking. Moreover, the government has been fueling the economy with massive doses of cash. Hence, the central question facing investors today is whether the U.S. economy is experiencing a statistical or artificial recovery rather than a sustainable rebound. Despite incipient signs of better economic times, only two of the three great shocks of 2008—housing and credit—have shown improvement. The third shock, unemployment, continues to plague the economy. Many pundits have used letters of the alphabet to describe the shape of the pending recovery for the U.S. economy, such as U, V, W, and L. We believe the best symbol to describe the expected recovery is the one denoting a square root: a sharp descent followed by a moderate uptrend and a long plateau. This recovery could be different from prior rebounds in that it may not be consumer-driven, as consumers continue to de-leverage

 

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MANAGERS’ COMMENTARY—Continued

 

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

Wind Acquisition SA (11.750% - 07/15/2017)

  1.3%

Michaels Store Inc. (11.375% - 11/01/2016)

  1.1%

Sprint Nextel Corp. (8.375% - 08/15/2017)

  1.0%

Windstream Corp. (7.875% - 11/01/2017)

  1.0%

Intelsat Bermuda Ltd. (11.250% - 02/04/2017)

  0.9%

Vanguard Health Holding Co. II LLC (9.000% - 10/01/2014)

  0.9%

Limited Brands Inc. (8.500% - 06/15/2019)

  0.9%

Reynolds Group Escrow (7.750% - 10/15/2016)

  0.8%

Media Com LLC. (9.125% - 08/15/2019)

  0.8%

Aramark Corp. (8.500% - 02/01/2015)

  0.8%

 

their personal balance sheets and rebuild savings. In addition, job growth may remain tepid for several years as small businesses, which represent a significant component of GDP, appear to have few incentives to create jobs and expand their operations, while large companies struggle with stagnant revenues. Meanwhile, for all their rhetoric, banks have been reluctant to extend credit to consumers and businesses for fear of future write-offs.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund generated a net return of 28.70% (Institutional Class), 28.41% (Administrative Class), and 28.21% (Investor Class) for the year ended October 31, 2009. Although the Fund’s returns exceeded nearly every major equity index, they lagged the 48.79% return of the BofA Merrill Lynch High Yield Index.

The primary driver contributing to the Fund’s performance variance from the index was its limited weighting in deep-discount and lower-rated securities. For example, during the year ended October 31, 2009, bonds priced below $70, which had an average weighting of 26% in the index, contributed over 36% of the total index return, as compared to the Fund’s 3.6% weighting in this stressed sector. Over the latter half of the fiscal year, we have been an active participant in the new issue calendar, as this segment of the high-yield universe provides credit structures that are significantly better than many of the legacy issues that came to market in 2006-2008. Augmenting our new issue purchases have been significant purchases on the secondary market. Also, we have attempted to selectively add issuers that, despite having somewhat weaker credit profiles than our average portfolio holding, we believe still have the flexibility to withstand a protracted period of economic weakness. Although we have incrementally added some lower quality issuers to the portfolio during the past 12 months, the overall credit quality for the Fund remains strong with an average B+/B2 rating. Furthermore, at October 31, 2009, the Fund had approximately 86% of its holdings in securities with a ratio of cash flow to cash interest expense of greater than 2x. The portfolio’s top industry weightings are health care, telecom, support-services, utilities, and oil and gas, all of which positively contributed to performance. Notable sectors in which the Fund is not invested are homebuilding, banking, and real estate.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

Although the high-yield bond market’s recent performance has exceeded all expectations, our outlook for 2010 remains favorable. Our constructive outlook for high-yield is predicated on continued robust demand from investors seeking high current income in the face of low yields from alternative investments; a continued shift in allocations to credit-driven strategies; expectations for sharply declining default rates in 2010, as many of the sickest companies have already collapsed; and attractive spreads in excess of 750 basis points, or 7.5 percentage points, relative to 10-year Treasurys, which represent a compelling risk premium.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Shenkman Capital Management, Inc. at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in, or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Fixed income investments are affected by interest rate changes and the creditworthiness of the issues held by the Fund. A rise in interest rates will cause a decrease in the value of fixed income securities. Such an event would have an adverse effect on the Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund. High-yield investing poses additional credit risk related to lower-rated bonds. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2024
 
Cusip     411511553
 
Ticker     HYFAX
 
Inception
Date
    12/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    0.75%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $465,193

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2224
 
Cusip     411511546
 
Ticker     HYFRX
 
Inception
Date
    12/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.00%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $4,784

 

INVESTOR CLASS

   
Fund #     2424
 
Cusip     411511538
 
Ticker     HYFIX
 
Inception
Date
    12/01/2002
 

Net Expense

Ratio

    1.12%
 

Total Net

Assets (000s)

    $120,116

 

 

 

a Annualized.

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark

Average Market Coupon

  7.97%   8.28%

Yield to Maturity

  8.53%   10.03%

Current 30-Day Yield
(Institutional Class)

  6.84%   N/A

Weighted Average Maturity

  6.61 years   6.40 years

Weighted Average Duration

  3.98 years   4.17 years

Weighted Average Credit Quality

  B/B2   B2

R-Squared

  66.6%   N/A

Beta vs. Merrill Lynch High-Yield
Master II Index

  0.35   1.00

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  58%   N/A

 

CREDIT QUALITY (% of investments)

 

BBB

  1.67%

BB

  29.64%

B

  49.19%

CCC

  18.12%

Unrated

  1.26%

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of maturity and credit quality of the collective portfolio holdings; individual investments may have different characteristics.

LOGO

MATURITY PROFILE (% of investments)

 

0 to 1 yr.

  4.64%

>1 to 5

  43.75%

>5 to 10

  48.26%

>10 to 15

  0.70%

>15 to 20

  1.58%

>20 to 25

  0.00%

>25 yrs.

  1.08%

 

SECTOR ALLOCATION (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 12/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividends and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund                    
Institutional Class   28.70     5.18     7.59     12/01/2002     $ 16,583
Comparative Index                    
BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield   48.79       6.02       9.58             $ 18,825

Administrative and Investor Classes

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 12/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividends and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund                    
Administrative Class   28.41     4.94     7.34     12/01/2002     $ 16,328
Investor Class   28.21     4.75     7.16     12/01/2002     $ 16,139
Comparative Index                    
BofA Merrill Lynch US High Yield   48.79       6.02       9.58             $ 18,825

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 0.80% (Net) and 0.90% (Gross) (Institutional Class); 1.05% (Net) and 1.14% (Gross) (Administrative Class); and 1.17% (Net) and 1.27% (Gross) (Investor Class). The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus. The net expense ratios reflect voluntary fee waivers which may be discontinued at any time without notice, although the adviser has no present intention to do so.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice. The Fund charges a redemption fee of 1% on redemption of shares that are held for less than 9 months.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Total Investments (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash and short-term investments of 2.6%)

LOGO

 

BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS—8.0%

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  CAPITAL MARKETS—0.7%
  

Nuveen Investments Inc.
Term Loan

 
$ 2,697   

12.410%—11/13/2014

  $ 2,341
  2,000   

3.840%—07/09/2015

    2,050
        
       4,391
        
  COMMERCIAL SERVICES & SUPPLIES—0.9%
  

Adesa
Term Loan

 
  1,000   

3.140%—10/18/2013

    959
  

Education Management LLC
Term Loan C

 
  943   

2.210%—06/01/2013

    884
  

Manitowoc Inc.
Term loan

 
  499   

11/06/20142

    491
  

Rental Service Corporation
Term Loan

 
  2,485   

4.220%—11/21/2013

    2,248
  

Servicemaster Company
Term Loan

 
  90   

3.130%—07/24/2014

    80
  905   

3.150%—07/24/2014

    806
        
       886
        
       5,468
        
  COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT—0.2%
  

Commscope Inc.
Term Loan B

 
  837   

2.650%—12/27/2014

    811
  748   

2.890%—12/27/2014

    718
        
       1,529
        
  DIVERSIFIED TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES—0.6%
  

Intelsat Jackson Holdings Ltd.
Term Loan

 
  2,050   

3.630%—02/02/2014

    1,839
  

Language Line Inc.
Term Loan B

 
  1,500   

10/30/20152

    1,496
        
       3,335
        
  ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT & INSTRUMENTS—0.5%
  

Flextronics International Ltd.
Term Loan

 
  2,985   

2.700%—10/01/2014

    2,778
        
  ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES—0.3%
  

NRG Energy Inc.
Term Loan

 
  1,076   

1.200%—02/01/2013

    1,013
  577   

2.160%—02/01/2013

    543
        
       1,556
        
  FOOD PRODUCTS—0.6%
  

B&G Foods Inc.
Term Loan C

 
  2,000   

2.390%—02/26/2013

    1,966
  

Michael Foods Inc.
Term Loan B

 
  1,478   

6.440%—04/30/2014

    1,497
        
       3,463
        

 

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BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES—0.3%
  

Accellent Inc.
Term Loan

 
$ 1,981   

3.140%—11/22/2012

  $ 1,879
        
  HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS & SERVICES—0.4%
  

BSC International Holdings Ltd.
Term Loan

 
  1,591   

2.100%—04/21/2011

    1,555
  

DJO Finance LLC
Term Loan

 
  992   

3.400%—05/20/2014

    958
        
       2,513
        
  HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE—2.2%
  

Isle of Capri Casinos Inc.
Term Loan

 
  734   

2.120%—11/25/2013

    691
  

Term Loan B

 
  217   

2.160%—11/25/2013

    204
        
       895
        
  

LasVegas Sands LLC
Term Loan

 
  168   

05/23/20142

    136
  

Term Loan B

 
  832   

05/23/20142

    671
        
       807
        
  

MGM Mirage Inc.
Term Loan

 
  3,422   

6.590%—10/03/2011

    3,097
  

OSI Restaurant Partners
Term Loan

 
  313   

3.210%—06/14/2013

    261
  

Term Loan B

 
  3,675   

1.610%—06/14/2014

    3,068
        
       3,329
        
  

Starwood Hotels & Resorts
Term Loan B

 
  1,400   

3.390%—06/29/2010

    1,288
        
  

VML US Finance LLC

 
  1,373   

6.330%—05/25/2012

    1,274
  2,377   

6.330%—05/27/2013

    2,206
        
       3,480
        
       12,896
        
  HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS—0.2%
  

Spectrum Brands Inc.
Term Loan

 
  49   

06/30/20122

    48
  951   

06/30/20122

    931
        
       979
        
  IT SERVICES—0.1%
  

Sunguard Data Systems Inc.
Term Loan A

 
  750   

02/28/20142

    729
        
  MEDIA—0.4%
  

Cequel Communications
Term Loan

 
  2,500   

6.350%—05/05/2014

    2,494
        

BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  SEMICONDUCTORS & SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT—0.4%
  

Sensata Technologies Inc.
Term Loan

 
$ 2,494   

2.370%—04/26/2013

  $ 2,147
        
  SPECIALTY RETAIL—0.2%
  

Dollar General Corporation
Term Loan B

 
  998   

3.160%—07/06/2014

    954
        
 
 
TOTAL BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS
    (Cost $43,504)
    47,111
        
    

CONVERTIBLE BONDS—9.5%

  AUTO COMPONENTS—0.1%
  

Arvinmeritor Inc.

 
  1,000   

4.625%—03/01/2026

    746
        
  COMMERCIAL SERVICES & SUPPLIES—0.9%
  

Covanta Holding Corp.

 
  2,000   

5.730%—02/01/2027

    1,818
  

L-1 Identity Solutions Inc.

 
  1,525   

3.750%—05/15/2027

    1,376
  

NASDAQ OMX Group Inc.

 
  1,500   

2.500%—08/01/2013

    1,326
  

United Rentals Inc.

 
  1,250   

1.875%—10/15/2023

    1,206
        
       5,726
        
  DIVERSIFIED TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES—1.6%
  

Level 3 Communications Inc.

 
  1,850   

3.500%—06/15/2012

    1,688
  1,150   

5.250%—12/15/2011

    970
        
       2,658
        
  

Qwest Communications Inc.

 
  4,000   

7.500%—02/15/2014

    3,940
  

Time Warner Telecom Inc.

 
  1,500   

2.375%—04/01/2026

    1,425
  

Virgin Media Inc

 
  1,450   

6.500%—11/15/20161

    1,541
        
       9,564
        
  ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT & INSTRUMENTS—0.4%
  

General Cable Corp.

 
  2,450   

3.160%—10/15/2012

    2,309
        
  ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES—0.2%
  

Massey Energy Company

 
  1,350   

3.250%—08/01/2015

    1,090
        
  FOOD & STAPLES RETAILING—0.3%
  

Pantry Inc.

 
  1,750   

3.000%—11/15/2012

    1,450
        
  HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES—0.8%
  

Hologic Inc.

 
  2,450   

2.000%—12/15/20373

    2,000
  

Integra LifeScience Holdings Corp.

 
  750   

2.375%—06/01/2012

    662
  

Kinetic Concepts Inc.

 
  2,000   

3.250%—04/15/20151

    1,845
        
       4,507
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

CONVERTIBLE BONDS—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS & SERVICES—0.6%
  

LifePoint Hospitals Inc.

 
$ 2,250   

3.500%—05/15/2014

  $ 2,025
  

Omnicare Inc.

 
  1,850   

3.250%—12/15/2035

    1,482
        
       3,507
        
  HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE—0.4%
  

Host Hotels & Resorts LP

 
  1,000   

2.625%—04/15/20271

    900
  1,000   

3.250%—04/15/20241

    1,002
        
       1,902
        
  

Scientific Games Corp.

 
  200   

7.875%—06/15/20161

    197
        
       2,099
        
  INDUSTRIAL—0.5%
  

Trinity Industries Inc.

 
  4,000   

3.875%—06/01/2036

    2,955
        
  MEDIA—1.5%
  

Interpublic Group Inc.

 
  2,250   

4.250%—03/15/2023

    2,180
  

Lamar Media Corp.

 
  1,250   

6.625%—08/15/2015

    1,188
  

Liberty Media Corp.

 
  1,500   

3.125%—03/30/2023

    1,485
  

Telesat Inc.

 
  3,750   

11.000%—11/01/2015

    4,087
        
       8,940
        
  OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS—0.7%
  

Cal Divine Int’l Inc.

 
  2,550   

3.250%—12/15/2025

    2,222
  

Pioneer Natural Resources Co.

 
  2,000   

2.875%—01/15/2038

    2,020
        
       4,242
        
  PHARMACEUTICALS—0.0%
  

Mylan Inc.

 
  150   

1.250%—03/15/2012

    148
        
  SPECIALTY RETAIL—0.3%
  

Penske Auto Group Inc.

 
  650   

3.250%—04/01/2026

    656
  

Sonic Automotive Inc.

 
  1,200   

8.625%—06/30/2012

    1,170
        
       1,826
        
  TEXTILES, APPAREL & LUXURY GOODS—0.5%
  

Iconix Brand Group Inc.

 
  3,400   

1.875%—06/30/2012

    2,958
        
  WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES—0.7%
  

Lucent Technologies Inc.

 
  1,500   

2.875%—06/15/2025

    1,249
  

SBA Communications Corp.

 
  3,015   

1.875%—05/01/2013

    2,865
        
       4,114
        
 
 
TOTAL CONVERTIBLE BONDS
    (Cost $50,972)
    56,181
        

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—79.8%

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  AEROSPACE & DEFENSE—0.7%
  

Alliant Techsystems Inc.

 
$ 500   

6.750%—04/01/2016

  $ 494
  

Geo Eye Inc.

 
  2,000   

9.625%—10/01/20151

    2,075
  

Hexcel Corp.

 
  150   

6.750%—02/01/2015

    146
  

Moog Inc.

 
  250   

7.250%—06/15/2018

    243
  

TransDigm Inc.

 
  1,050   

7.750%—07/15/2014

    1,060
        
       4,018
        
  AUTO COMPONENTS—2.5%
  

Arvinmeritor Inc.

 
  500   

8.125%—09/15/2015

    439
  1,300   

8.750%—03/01/2012

    1,280
        
       1,719
        
  

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Inc.

 
  2,000   

10.500%—05/15/2016

    2,175
  

Kar Holdings Inc.

 
  800   

8.750%—05/01/2014

    813
  1,750   

10.000%—05/01/2015

    1,802
        
       2,615
        
  

Quicksilver Inc.

 
  1,000   

6.875%—04/15/2015

    778
  

Tenneco Automotive Inc.

 
  2,750   

8.125%—11/15/2015

    2,709
  1,750   

8.625%—11/15/2014

    1,658
        
       4,367
        
  

United Auto Group Inc.

 
  3,000   

7.750%—12/15/2016

    2,910
        
       14,564
        
  AUTO LOAN—1.8%
  

Ford Motor Credit Corp.

 
  3,250   

7.500%—08/01/2012

    3,167
  3,750   

8.000%—06/01/2014

    3,649
  

Ford Motor Credit Co llc.

 
  3,500   

7.800%—06/01/2012

    3,429
        
       10,245
        
  BEVERAGES—0.3%
  

Constellation Brands Inc.

 
  2,000   

7.250%—05/15/2017

    2,015
        
  BUILDING PRODUCTS—0.1%
  

Texas Industries Inc.

 
  750   

7.250%—07/15/2013

    739
        
  CAPITAL MARKETS—0.3%
  

Nuveen Investments Inc.

 
  500   

5.000%—09/15/2010

    490
  1,500   

10.500%—11/15/20151

    1,335
        
       1,825
        
  CHEMICALS—0.8%
  

Ashland Inc.

 
  1,500   

9.127%—06/01/20171,2

    1,625
  

Huntsman International LLC

 
  3,000   

5.500%—06/30/20161

    2,610

 

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Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  CHEMICALS—Continued
  

Rockwood Specialties Group Inc.

 
$ 100   

7.500%—11/15/2014

  $ 101
        
       4,336
        
  COMMERCIAL SERVICES & SUPPLIES—7.0%
  

Affinion Group

 
  3,500   

10.125%—10/15/2013

    3,605
  2,500   

11.500%—10/15/2015

    2,625
        
       6,230
        
  

Aramark Corp.

 
  900   

5.000%—06/01/2012

    851
  4,500   

8.500%—02/01/2015

    4,567
        
       5,418
        
  

AVIS Budget Car Rental Inc.

 
  3,500   

7.625%—05/15/2014

    3,168
  500   

7.750%—05/15/2016

    446
        
       3,614
        
  

Casella Waste Systems Inc.

 
  150   

9.750%—02/01/2013

    144
  

Corrections Corp.

 
  500   

7.750%—06/01/2017

    518
  

Education Management LLC

 
  300   

8.750%—06/01/2014

    311
  104   

10.250%—06/01/2016

    114
        
       425
        
  

FTI Consulting Inc.

 
  500   

7.750%—10/01/2016

    505
  

Geo Group Inc.

 
  200   

7.750%—10/15/20171

    204
  

Hertz Corp

 
  500   

8.875%—01/01/2014

    509
  4,325   

10.500%—01/01/2026

    4,530
        
       5,039
        
  

Iron Mountain Inc.

 
  2,950   

6.625%—01/01/2016

    2,898
  850   

7.750%—01/15/2015

    865
        
       3,763
        
  

Mac-Gray Corp.

 
  300   

7.625%—08/15/2015

    298
  

Rental Service Corp.

 
  2,000   

9.500%—12/01/2014

    1,985
  

RSC Equipment Rental Inc.

 
  1,750   

10.000%—07/15/20171

    1,907
  

ServiceMaster Inc.

 
  3,000   

10.750%—07/15/20151

    3,000
  

United Rentals

 
  2,500   

7.750%—11/15/2013

    2,287
  2,250   

10.875%—06/15/20161

    2,452
        
       4,739
        
  

Waste Services Inc.

 
  1,000   

9.500%—04/15/2014

    1,010
  

West Corp.

 
  2,550   

9.500%—10/15/2014

    2,563
        
       41,362
        

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT—0.1%
  

Syniverse Technologies Inc. Series B

 
$ 350   

7.750%—08/15/2013

  $ 336
        
  CONSUMER FINANCE—0.5%
  

Yankee Acquisition Corp.

 
  3,350   

8.500%—02/15/2015

    3,216
        
  CONTAINERS & PACKAGING—2.4%
  

Crown Americas LLC

 
  2,000   

7.625%—05/15/20171

    2,060
  

Graham Packaging Co.

 
  2,500   

9.875%—10/15/2014

    2,562
  

Graphic Packaging International Inc.

 
  350   

9.500%—08/15/2013

    361
  1,000   

9.500%—06/15/20171

    1,055
        
       1,416
        
  

Greif Inc.

 
  1,000   

7.750%—07/23/20191

    1,030
  

Reynolds Group Escrow

 
  5,000   

7.750%—10/15/20161

    5,025
  

Solo Cup Company

 
  1,500   

10.500%—11/01/2013

    1,598
        
       13,691
        
  DIVERSIFIED CONSUMER SERVICES—1.9%
  

Michaels Store Inc.

 
  6,350   

11.375%—11/01/2016

    6,175
  500   

11.675%—12/01/20163

    358
        
       6,533
        
  

Service Corp.

 
  1,500   

7.375%—10/01/2014

    1,508
  250   

7.625%—10/01/2018

    249
        
       1,757
        
  

Service Corp International

 
  1,350   

6.750%—04/01/2016

    1,326
  

Susser Holdings LLC

 
  1,300   

10.625%—12/15/2013

    1,352
        
       10,968
        
  DIVERSIFIED FINANCIAL SERVICES—0.3%
  

U.S. West Capital Funding Inc.

 
  2,780   

6.500%—11/15/2018

    2,335
        
  DIVERSIFIED TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES—3.0%
  

Cincinnati Bell Inc.

 
  150   

6.300%—12/01/2028

    115
  1,750   

7.000%—02/15/2015

    1,680
  2,350   

8.375%—01/15/2014

    2,350
        
       4,145
        
  

Frontier Communications Co.

 
  2,483   

6.250%—01/15/2013

    2,464
  

Nordic Telephone Co. Holdings ApS

 
  300   

8.875%—05/01/20161

    314
  

Qwest Corp.

 
  2,650   

7.500%—02/15/2014

    2,610
  500   

8.000%—10/01/20151

    499
        
       3,109
        
  

Time Warner Telecom Holdings Inc.

 
  1,250   

9.250%—02/15/2014

    1,294

 

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Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  DIVERSIFIED TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES—Continued
  

Virgin Media Finance plc

 
$ 3,000   

9.500%—08/15/2016

  $ 3,187
  

West Corp.

 
  1,000   

11.000%—10/15/2016

    1,030
  

Windstream Corp.

 
  600   

7.000%—03/15/2019

    572
  1,400   

8.625%—08/01/2016

    1,446
        
       2,018
        
       17,561
        
  ELECTRIC UTILITIES—2.0%  
  

Baldor Electric Company

 
  3,365   

8.625%—02/15/2017

    3,483
  

Edison Mission Energy

 
  4,500   

7.000%—05/15/2017

    3,656
  2,000   

7.200%—05/15/2019

    1,605
        
       5,261
        
  

Mirant Americas Generation LLC

 
  3,250   

8.300%—05/01/2011

    3,323
        
       12,067
        
  ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT & INSTRUMENTS—0.6%  
  

Celestica Inc.

 
  1,000   

7.875%—07/01/2011

    1,025
  

Sanmina Corp.

 
  2,900   

8.125%—03/01/2016

    2,784
        
       3,809
        
  ENERGY EQUIPMENT & SERVICES—1.9%  
  

Bill Barrett Corp.

 
  3,000   

9.875%—07/15/2016

    3,195
  

Bristow Group Inc.

 
  1,500   

7.500%—09/15/2017

    1,451
  

Cie Generale de Geophysique

 
  2,000   

7.750%—05/15/2017

    1,990
  1,000   

9.500%—05/15/20161

    1,058
        
       3,048
        
  

Contenential Resources

 
  1,400   

8.250%—10/01/20191

    1,445
  

Gulfmark Offshore Inc.

 
  200   

7.750%—07/15/2014

    196
  

Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc.

 
  250   

9.500%—01/15/20161

    258
  

Hornbeck Offshore Services Inc.

 
  850   

6.125%—12/01/2014

    791
  800   

8.000%—09/01/20171

    796
        
       1,587
        
  

Key Energy Services Inc.

 
  250   

8.375%—12/01/2014

    245
        
       11,425
        
  FOOD & STAPLES RETAILING—2.3%
  

Ingles Markets Inc.

 
  2,500   

8.875%—05/15/2017

    2,575
  

Pantry Inc.

 
  3,000   

7.750%—02/15/2014

    2,850

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  FOOD & STAPLES RETAILING—Continued
  

Rite Aid Corp.

 
$ 850   

7.500%—03/01/2017

  $ 765
  2,250   

8.625%—03/01/2015

    1,856
        
       2,621
        
  

Stater Brothers Holdings

 
  1,850   

7.750%—04/15/2015

    1,836
  

Tops Market

 
  2,000   

10.125%—10/15/20151

    2,055
  

Wendy’s Arbys Group Inc.

 
  1,500   

10.000%—07/15/20161

    1,605
        
       13,542
        
  FOOD PRODUCTS—0.4%
  

B&G Foods Inc.

 
  100   

8.000%—10/01/2011

    102
  

Dole Foods Co.

 
  500   

8.000%—10/01/20161

    509
  

Michael Foods Inc.

 
  125   

8.000%—11/15/2013

    128
  

Pinnacle Foods Finance LLC

 
  1,750   

9.250%—04/01/2015

    1,776
        
       2,515
        
  GAS UTILITIES—3.1%
  

Amerigas Partners LP

 
  1,000   

7.250%—05/20/2015

    990
  

Dynegy Holdings Inc.

 
  1,350   

7.500%—06/01/2015

    1,249
  4,350   

8.375%—05/01/2016

    4,078
        
       5,327
        
  

Ferrell Gas LP

 
  600   

6.750%—05/01/2014

    576
  490   

8.750%—06/15/2012

    492
  2,550   

9.125%—10/01/20171

    2,677
        
       3,745
        
  

Inergy Finance Corp.

 
  750   

6.875%—12/15/2014

    731
  2,250   

8.250%—03/01/2016

    2,295
        
       3,026
        
  

Markwest Energy Partners LP

 
  1,000   

8.750%—04/15/2018

    1,028
  

Mirant Americas Generation LLC

 
  3,050   

8.500%—10/01/2021

    2,730
  

RRI Energy Inc.

 
  1,500   

7.875%—06/15/2017

    1,477
        
       18,323
        
  HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES—0.4%
  

Accellent Inc.

 
  2,250   

10.500%—12/01/2013

    2,216
        
  HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS & SERVICES—7.5%
  

Biomet Inc.

 
  1,500   

10.000%—10/15/2017

    1,629
  3,000   

11.625%—10/15/2017

    3,304
        
       4,933
        
  

Community Health Systems Inc.

 
  3,500   

8.875%—07/15/2015

    3,614

 

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Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS & SERVICES—Continued
  

DaVita Inc.

 
$ 3,000   

7.250%—03/15/2015

  $ 2,977
  

DJO Finance LLC

 
  3,950   

10.875%—11/15/2014

    4,138
  

FMC Finance II SA

 
  500   

6.875%—07/15/2017

    494
  

HCA Inc.

 
  2,500   

5.750%—03/15/2014

    2,338
  150   

6.250%—02/15/2013

    146
  2,250   

6.300%—10/01/2012

    2,216
  1,200   

6.500%—02/15/2016

    1,125
  2,450   

6.750%—07/15/2013

    2,395
  500   

6.950%—05/01/2012

    501
  2,650   

7.875%—02/15/20201

    2,736
  100   

9.250%—11/15/2016

    105
        
       11,562
        
  

IASIS Healthcare LLC

 
  2,000   

8.750%—06/15/2014

    2,060
  

Omega Healthcare Investors Inc.

 
  500   

7.000%—04/01/2014

    491
  

Omnicare Inc.

 
  2,400   

6.875%—12/15/2015

    2,286
  

Psychiatric Solutions Inc.

 
  2,000   

7.750%—07/15/2015

    1,980
  

Talecris Biotherapeutics Inc.

 
  2,000   

7.750%—11/15/20161

    2,035
  

Universal Hospital Services Inc.

 
  150   

4.635%—06/01/20154

    127
  

Vanguard Health Holding Co. I LLC

 
  2,500   

11.250%—10/01/20153

    2,637
  

Vanguard Health Holding Co. II LLC

 
  4,800   

9.000%—10/01/2014

    5,016
        
       44,350
        
  HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE—6.8%
  

American Casino & Entertainment

 
  3,750   

11.000%—06/15/20141

    3,319
  

Ameristar Casinos Inc.

 
  1,325   

9.250%—06/01/20141

    1,385
  

Boyd Gaming Corp.

 
  2,310   

6.750%—04/15/2014

    2,102
  1,500   

7.125%—02/01/2016

    1,305
        
       3,407
        
  

Cinemark USA Inc.

 
  1,400   

8.625%—06/15/20191

    1,456
  

Felcor Lodging Trust Inc.

 
  2,000   

10.000%—10/01/20141

    1,985
  

Global Cash Access LLC

 
  162   

8.750%—03/15/2012

    162
  

Isle of Capri Casinos Inc.

 
  4,500   

7.000%—03/01/2014

    4,039
  

MGM Mirage Inc

 
  1,000   

5.875%—02/27/2014

    735
  3,000   

8.375%—02/01/2011

    2,752
  2,100   

10.375%—05/15/2014

    2,247
        
       5,734
        

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & LEISURE—Continued
  

Penn National Gaming Inc.

 
$ 500   

6.750%—03/01/2015

  $ 480
  4,000   

8.750%—08/15/20191

    3,930
        
       4,410
        
  

Pinnacle Entertainment Inc.

 
  388   

8.250%—03/15/2012

    390
  2,700   

8.625%—08/01/20171

    2,700
        
       3,090
        
  

Pinnacle Inc.

 
  1,750   

7.500%—06/15/2015

    1,584
  

Seneca Gaming Corp.

 
  400   

7.250%—05/01/2012

    388
  

Speedway Motorsports Inc.

 
  250   

6.750%—06/01/2013

    247
  850   

8.750%—06/01/20161

    892
        
       1,139
        
  

Universal City Development

 
  2,500   

8.875%—11/15/20151

    2,487
  2,000   

10.875%—11/15/2016

    2,010
        
       4,497
        
  

Wyndham Worldwide Corp.

 
  4,000   

6.000%—12/01/2016

    3,647
        
       40,242
        
  HOUSEHOLD DURABLES—1.1%
  

Jarden Corp.

 
  750   

8.000%—05/01/2016

    776
  

Sealy Mattress Co.

 
  3,750   

8.250%—06/15/2014

    3,656
  1,900   

10.875%—04/15/20161

    2,138
        
       5,794
        
       6,570
        
  HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS—0.1%
  

Da-Lite Screen Co. Inc.

 
  150   

9.500%—05/15/2011

    144
  

Visant Holding Corp.

 
  200   

8.750%—12/01/2013

    206
        
       350
        
  INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS & ENERGY TRADERS—0.7%
  

Calpine Corp.

 
  4,155   

7.250%—10/15/20171

    3,937
        
  INDUSTRIAL—4.8%
  

Acco Brands Corp.

 
  2,150   

7.625%—08/15/2015

    1,956
  1,400   

10.625%—03/15/20151

    1,505
        
       3,461
        
  

Actuant Corp.

 
  1,450   

6.875%—06/15/2017

    1,374
  

Cascades Inc.

 
  1,000   

7.250%—02/15/2013

    983
  

Georgia Pacific Corp.

 
  2,000   

8.250%—05/01/20161

    2,130
  

Huntsman International Inc.

 
  1,500   

7.875%—11/15/2014

    1,417

 

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Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  INDUSTRIAL—Continued
  

Masco Corp.

 
$ 1,500   

6.125%—10/03/2016

  $ 1,441
  

Owens Corning Inc.

 
  500   

9.000%—06/15/2019

    543
  

SPX Corp.

 
  600   

7.625%—12/15/2014

    621
  

Steel Dynamics Inc.

 
  1,750   

6.750%—04/01/2015

    1,667
  1,500   

7.375%—11/01/2012

    1,513
        
       3,180
        
  

Terex Corp.

 
  750   

7.375%—01/15/2014

    741
  1,500   

8.000%—11/15/2017

    1,391
  1,750   

10.875%—06/01/2016

    1,899
        
       4,031
        
  

Texas Industries Inc.

 
  1,000   

7.250%—07/15/2013

    985
  

USG Corp.

 
  4,000   

9.500%—01/15/2018

    3,950
  2,500   

9.750%—08/01/20141

    2,637
        
       6,587
        
  

WMG Acquisition Corp.

 
  1,200   

7.375%—04/15/2014

    1,146
  

WMG Holdings Corp.

 
  500   

1.300%—12/15/20143

    498
        
       28,397
        
  IT SERVICES—1.2%
  

Sabre Holdings Corp.

 
  1,750   

8.350%—03/15/2016

    1,571
  

Sungard Data Systems Inc.

 
  725   

9.125%—08/15/2013

    741
  2,250   

10.250%—08/15/2015

    2,332
  2,000   

10.625%—05/15/20151

    2,165
        
       5,238
        
       6,809
        
  LEISURE EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTS—0.4%
  

Brunswick Corp.

 
  2,000   

11.250%—11/01/20161

    2,190
        
  LIFE SCIENCES TOOLS & SERVICES—0.2%
  

Bio Rad Labs Inc.

 
  1,000   

8.000%—09/15/20161

    1,033
        
  MEDIA—8.6%
  

Allbritton Communications Co.

 
  2,900   

7.750%—12/15/2012

    2,755
  

Cablevision Systems Corp.

 
  250   

7.625%—07/15/2018

    258
  650   

8.500%—04/15/20141

    690
  1,000   

8.625%—09/15/20171

    1,040
        
       1,988
        
  

Dish DBS Corp.

 
  1,300   

6.625%—10/01/2014

    1,271
  1,500   

7.125%—02/01/2016

    1,507
  1,250   

7.875%—09/01/20191

    1,286
        
       4,064
        

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  MEDIA—Continued
  

Hughes Network Systems LLC

 
$ 1,350   

9.500%—04/15/2014

  $ 1,380
  

Intelsat Bermuda Ltd.

 
  5,250   

11.250%—02/04/20171,3

    5,224
  

Intelsat Corp.

 
  4,000   

6.500%—11/01/2013

    3,700
  2,550   

7.625%—04/15/2012

    2,486
  250   

9.250%—06/15/2016

    256
  250   

11.250%—06/15/2016

    268
        
       6,710
        
  

Interpublic Group

 
  1,000   

10.000%—07/15/2017

    1,080
  

Kabel Deutschland

 
  150   

10.625%—07/01/2014

    159
  

Lamar Media Corp.

 
  4,200   

6.625%—08/15/2015

    4,032
  

Liberty Media LLC

 
  350   

5.700%—05/15/2013

    331
  

LIN Television Corp.

 
  3,000   

6.500%—05/15/2013

    2,827
  

Media Com LLC

 
  4,600   

9.125%—08/15/20191

    4,772
  

Mediacom Broadband LLC

 
  950   

8.500%—10/15/2015

    964
  

Nielsen Finance LLC

 
  4,000   

4.530%—08/01/20163

    3,485
  3,000   

10.000%—08/01/2014

    3,105
  1,000   

11.625%—02/01/2014

    1,073
        
       7,663
        
  

Videotron Ltee

 
  2,000   

6.875%—01/15/2014

    2,010
  1,250   

9.125%—04/15/20181

    1,359
        
       3,369
        
  

Virgin Media Finance plc

 
  3,550   

9.125%—08/15/2016

    3,674
        
       50,992
        
  METALS & MINING—0.8%
  

Arch Coal Inc.

 
  2,000   

8.750%—08/01/20161

    2,060
  

Arch Western LLC

 
  1,450   

6.750%—07/01/2013

    1,406
  

Foundation Coal Co.

 
  300   

7.250%—08/01/2014

    303
  

Teck Resources Ltd.

 
  1,000   

10.750%—05/15/2019

    1,170
        
       4,939
        
  OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS—6.8%
  

AES Corp.

 
  1,850   

8.000%—10/15/2017

    1,869
  

Chesapeake Energy Corp.

 
  2,000   

6.250%—01/15/2018

    1,840
  250   

6.500%—08/15/2017

    236
  3,000   

6.875%—01/15/2016

    2,910
        
       4,986
        

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  OIL, GAS & CONSUMABLE FUELS—Continued
  

Denbury Resources Inc.

 
$ 2,250   

7.500%—04/01/2013-12/15/2015

  $ 2,263
  2,000   

9.750%—03/01/2016

    2,155
        
       4,418
        
  

El Paso Corp.

 
  850   

7.000%—06/15/2017

    855
  1,500   

7.250%—06/01/2018

    1,505
        
       2,360
        
  

Encore Acquisition Co.

 
  1,550   

6.000%—07/15/2015

    1,457
  700   

6.250%—04/15/2014

    665
  250   

7.250%—12/01/2017

    240
        
       2,362
        
  

Exco Resources Inc.

 
  2,000   

7.250%—01/15/2011

    2,000
  

Ipalco Enterprises Inc.

 
  500   

7.250%—04/01/20161

    506
  

Mariner Energy Inc.

 
  1,250   

7.500%—04/15/2013

    1,225
  250   

8.000%—05/15/2017

    236
  1,900   

11.750%—06/30/2016

    2,099
        
       3,560
        
  

Massey Energy Co.

 
  1,700   

6.875%—12/15/2013

    1,687
  

NRG Energy Inc.

 
  4,300   

7.375%—02/01/2016

    4,274
  

Penn VA Corp.

 
  1,000   

4.500%—11/15/2012

    915
  

Petroplus Finance Ltd.

 
  1,150   

6.750%—05/01/20141

    1,081
  2,000   

9.375%—09/15/20191

    2,015
        
       3,096
        
  

Pioneer Natural Resources Co.

 
  1,000   

6.650%—03/15/2017

    961
  250   

6.875%—05/01/2018

    240
        
       1,201
        
  

Plains Exploration & Production Company

 
  2,000   

7.625%—06/01/2018

    1,952
  1,100   

10.000%—03/01/2016

    1,183
        
       3,135
        
  

Range Resources Corp.

 
  1,300   

7.250%—05/01/2018

    1,307
  

Tesoro Corp.

 
  1,400   

9.750%—06/01/2019

    1,446
  

Williams Partners LP

 
  1,400   

7.250%—02/01/2017

    1,395
        
       40,517
        
  PAPER & FOREST PRODUCTS—0.2%
  

Boise Paper Holding llc

 
  1,000   

9.000%—11/17/20171

    1,015
        
  SPECIALTY RETAIL—1.9%
  

Burlington Coat Factory Warehouse Corp.

 
  1,400   

11.125%—04/15/2014

    1,452

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  SPECIALTY RETAIL—Continued
  

Office Depot Inc.

 
$ 1,050   

6.250%—08/15/2013

  $ 919
  

QVC Inc.

 
  2,600   

7.500%—10/01/20191

    2,587
  

Sally Holdings LLC

 
  200   

9.250%—11/15/2014

    209
  

Toys R Us Inc.

 
  775   

7.375%—10/15/2018

    694
  3,585   

7.625%—08/01/2011

    3,603
  2,000   

10.750%—07/15/20171

    2,180
        
       6,477
        
       11,644
        
  TEXTILES, APPAREL & LUXURY GOODS—1.2%
  

Levi Strauss & Co.

 
  630   

8.875%—04/01/2016

    646
  1,000   

9.750%—01/15/2015

    1,050
        
       1,696
        
  

Limited Brands Inc.

 
  4,750   

8.500%—06/15/20191

    5,011
  

Phillips-Van Heusen Corp.

 
  125   

8.125%—05/01/2013

    128
        
       6,835
        
  WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES—5.1%
  

Centennial Communications Corp.

 
  1,250   

6.040%—01/01/20134

    1,247
  350   

8.125%—02/01/2014

    363
        
       1,610
        
  

Cincinnati Bell

 
  1,750   

8.250%—10/15/2017

    1,737
  3,000   

7.750%—05/01/20171

    3,165
  

Sprint Nextel Corp.

 
  1,000   

6.000%—12/01/2016

    865
  6,000   

8.375%—08/15/2017

    5,820
        
       6,685
        
  

Viasat Inc.

 
  3,150   

8.875%—09/15/20161

    3,213
  

Wind Acquisition SA

 
  6,800   

11.750%—07/15/20171

    7,718
  

Windstream Corp.

 
  5,650   

7.875%—11/01/20171

    5,735
        
       29,863
        
 
 
TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES
    (Cost $435,974)
    470,791
        
    

PREFERRED STOCKS—0.1%

 

(Cost $416)

 
Shares           
    
  WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES—0.1%
  10   

Crown Castle International

    530
        

 

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Harbor High-Yield Bond Fund

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS—2.6%

 

(Cost $15,397)

 
Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
  REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS
$ 15,397   

Repurchase Agreement with State Street Corp. dated October 30, 2009 due November 2, 2009 at 0.010% collateralized by Federal National Mortgage Association (market value $15,709)

  $ 15,397
        
 
 
TOTAL INVESTMENTS—100.0%
    (Cost $546,263)
    590,010
        
  CASH AND OTHER ASSETS, LESS LIABILITIES—0.0%     83
        
  TOTAL NET ASSETS—100.0%   $ 590,093
        

 

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Holdings in the Wireless Telecommunications Services category valued at $530 and holdings in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure valued at $3,097 are classified as Level 1. All other holdings at October 31, 2009 (as disclosed in the preceding Portfolio of Investments table) are classified as Level 2. There were no Level 3 holdings at any point during the period.

For more information on valuation inputs and their aggregation into the levels identified above, please refer to the Fair Value Measurements section in Note 2 of the accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

 

 

 

1 These securities may be resold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. The Fund has no right to demand registration of these securities. These securities are priced by an independent pricing service selected by the adviser (Harbor Capital Advisors, Inc.), or using valuation procedures approved by the Board of Trustees. At October 31, 2009, these securities were valued at $136,240 or 24% of net assets.

 

2 Position or a portion of the position represents an unsettled loan commitment. At period end, the total market value of unsettled commitments totaled $6,127 or 1% of net assets. The coupon rate will be determined at the time of settlement.

 

3 Step coupon security.

 

4 Floating rate security. The stated rate represents the rate in effect at October 31, 2009.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Financial Statements.

 

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Harbor Bond Fund

MANAGER’S COMMENTARY (Unaudited)

 

 

SUBADVISER

Pacific Investment

Management Company LLC (“PIMCO”)

840 Newport Center Drive

P. O. Box 6430

Newport Beach, CA

92658-6430

PORTFOLIO MANAGER

William Gross

Since 1987

PIMCO has subadvised the Fund since its inception in 1987.

INVESTMENT GOAL

Total return.

PRINCIPAL STYLE
CHARACTERISTICS

Intermediate bonds with overall portfolio rated high quality.

 

LOGO

William Gross

 

Management’s Discussion of

Fund Performance

MARKET REVIEW

During the start of the fiscal year most fixed income securities lost ground along with other financial assets as the most severe credit crisis since the 1930s rocked global markets. Massive de-leveraging arising from the subprime mortgage crisis produced an upheaval in the U.S. financial system, and an unprecedented level of intervention by the Federal Reserve and U.S. Treasury was implemented during the fiscal year. Through the end of calendar year 2008, interest rates fell worldwide and yield curves in the U.S., Europe, and the U.K. steepened as investors fled to the safety of government bonds, especially those with shorter maturities.

During calendar 2009 interest rates rose and capital flowed back toward riskier assets. Government policy initiatives helped restore a measure of stability to financial markets after the extreme stress and volatility of 2008. Higher U.S. Treasury yields were a drag on economic recovery as they muted the impact of narrower yield and credit premiums for borrowers, especially in the home mortgage market. While some of the weakening in U.S. Treasury valuations could be explained by a reversal of 2008’s flight to liquidity and quality, other factors were in play as well. Investors worried that the massive new issuance of U.S. Treasurys looming on the horizon would overwhelm demand. Another concern was that the Fed’s injection of liquidity into the economy via purchases of U.S. Treasurys and other securities, a tactic known as quantitative easing, would eventually fuel inflation once the economy started to recover.

PERFORMANCE

The Harbor Bond Fund outperformed the Barclay’s Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index for the fiscal year and continued its longer-term outperformance of the benchmark. The Fund returned 19.44% (Institutional Class) and 19.18% (Administrative Class), compared with the benchmark’s return of 13.79%. The Fund also outperformed the index for the 5 and 10 years ended October 31, 2009.

The following is a summary of the main contributors to the portfolio’s outperformance relative to its benchmark for the 2009 fiscal year.

 

 

U.S and non-U.S. duration. The portfolio was positioned on the front ends of yield curves in the U.S., U.K., and the eurozone. This paid off as interest rates fell worldwide amid a flight to quality during the first part of the fiscal year, especially on the short end of the curve.

 

 

Curve-steepening biases. In the U.S., the U.K., and the eurozone, the portfolio was positioned to benefit from a steepening yield curve, which added to performance as yield curves steepened worldwide over the fiscal year.

 

 

Overweight to financials. Though we had an underweighted exposure to the overall corporate sector versus the benchmark, we were overweighted in financial names within the broader sector. This was a source of outperformance as financials rallied in 2009 and spreads narrowed significantly.

 

 

Overweight to agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS). These bonds outperformed U.S. Treasurys, as they benefited from the Fed’s MBS purchase program.

 

 

Overweight to Treasury Inflation Protected Securities. These bonds outperformed their nominal counterparts amid concerns that the Fed’s injection of liquidity into the economy would fuel inflation.

 

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MANAGER’S COMMENTARY—Continued

 

TOP TEN HOLDINGS (% of net assets)

Federal National Mortgage Association TBA (5.500% - 12/01/2039)

  15.1%

U.S. Treasury Bonds (1.000% - 08/31/2011)

  9.1%

U.S. Treasury Notes (4.250% - 05/15/2039)

  3.0%

Wells Fargo & Co. (7.980% - 12/31/2099)

  2.2%

Federal National Mortgage Association (5.500% - 02/01/2035)

  2.0%

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. TBA (5.000% - 12/01/2099)

  1.9%

U.S. Treasury Notes (1.000% - 07/31/2011)

  1.7%

Federal National Mortgage Association (5.000% - 03/01/2036)

  1.5%

Federal National Mortgage Association (5.500% - 10/01/2038)

  1.3%

Citigroup Capital XXI (8.300% - 12/21/2057)

  1.2%

 

The Fund’s underweighted exposure to the overall corporate sector detracted from portfolio performance. As corporate bonds rallied and spreads narrowed, this was a source of underperformance relative to the benchmark.

OUTLOOK AND STRATEGY

We believe the most likely outcome for the U.S. economy will be a weak recovery in 2010 after a temporary boost in the latter half of this year. On the downside, the U.S. could slip back into recession sometime next year. We also think emerging economies, especially China, should continue to grow at a faster pace than the developed world, and that substantial excess capacity in labor and product markets should keep inflation low over a cyclical time frame.

With respect to portfolio strategy, we plan to:

 

 

Tactically reduce risk exposures after rallies in non-Treasury assets have caused valuations to richen; this should help protect the portfolio if the economy slips back into recession and allow us to focus on reinvesting later at more attractive valuations.

 

 

Target above-index duration, as longer-maturity yields could fall if the economy weakens.

 

 

Retain money market futures positions in the U.S., Europe, and the U.K., as we expect central banks to tighten more slowly than markets anticipate.

 

 

Move toward an underweight in mortgage-backed securities, which are expected to decline as the Fed’s mortgage purchase program nears its end next March.

 

 

Trim corporate bond positions, especially those that have appreciated most, such as senior bonds of high quality banks; retain an emphasis on recession-resistant sectors such as telecom and utilities as well as energy.

 

 

Look to boost yield by earning premiums on written options.

 

 

Take modest exposure to high quality emerging-market credits such as Mexico and Brazil that have little debt coming due in the near future and high levels of reserves.

 

 

Take positions in select emerging-market currencies in light of an expected long-run decline in the U.S. dollar.

 

 

Seek to harvest gains from municipal bond holdings that have rallied along with other non-Treasury assets.

 

 

This report contains the current opinions of Pacific Investment Management Company LLC at the time of its publication and should not be considered as investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product. Such opinions are subject to change without notice and securities described herein may no longer be included in, or may at any time be removed from, the Fund’s portfolio. This report is distributed for informational purposes only. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Fixed income investments are affected by interest rate changes and the creditworthiness of the issues held by the Fund. A rise in interest rates will cause a decrease in the value of fixed income securities. Such an event would have an adverse effect on the Fund. The use of derivative instruments may add additional risk. There may be a greater risk that the Fund could lose money due to prepayment and extension risks because the Fund invests heavily at times in mortgage-related securities. The Fund may engage in active and frequent trading to achieve its principal investment strategies. References to securities that are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government do not apply to the shares of the Fund. For information on the different share classes and the risks associated with an investment in the Fund, please refer to the current prospectus.

 

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FUND SUMMARY—October 31, 2009 (Unaudited)

 

INSTITUTIONAL CLASS

   
Fund #     2014
 
Cusip     411511108
 
Ticker     HABDX
 
Inception
Date
    12/29/1987
 
Net Expense Ratio     0.57%
 
Total Net Assets (000s)     $5,765,886

 

ADMINISTRATIVE CLASS

   
Fund #     2214
 
Cusip     411511686
 
Ticker     HRBDX
 
Inception
Date
    11/01/2002
 
Net Expense Ratio     0.82%
 
Total Net Assets (000s)     $139,935

 

PORTFOLIO STATISTICS

 

    Portfolio   Benchmark

Average Market Coupon

  3.46%   4.76%

Yield to Maturity

  3.83%   3.49%

Current 30-Day Yield
(Institutional Class)

  2.86%   N/A

Weighted Average Maturity

  6.20 years   6.63 years

Weighted Average Duration

  4.43 years   4.4 years

Weighted Average Credit Quality

  AA   AA+

Portfolio Turnover Rate
(Year Ended 10/31/2009)

  574%   N/A

 

CREDIT QUALITY (% of investments)

(Excludes short-term investments)

 

AAA

  73.0%

AA

  8.0%

A

  14.0%

BBB

  4.0%

Below B

  1.0%

 

FUND CATEGORY

The style box reflects the weighted average of maturity and credit quality of the collective portfolio holdings; individual investments may have different characteristics.

LOGO

MATURITY PROFILE (% of investments)

 

0 to 1 yr.

  33.76%

>1 to 5

  41.12%

>5 to 10

  16.59%

>10 to 15

  0.28%

>15 to 20

  0.09%

>20 to 25

  0.33%

>25 yrs.

  7.83%

 

 

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FUND PERFORMANCE SUMMARY (Unaudited)

 

 

Institutional Class

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/1999 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Bond Fund                    
Institutional Class   19.44     6.37     7.29     12/29/1987     $ 20,207
Comparative Index                    
Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond   13.79       5.05       6.31             $ 18,438

Administrative Class

CHANGE IN A $10,000 INVESTMENT

For the period 11/01/2002 through 10/31/2009

 

The graph compares a $10,000 investment in the Fund with the performance of the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index. The Fund’s performance includes the reinvestment of all dividend and capital gain distributions.

  LOGO

 

Total Returns

For the periods ended 10/31/2009

  LOGO
Harbor Bond Fund                    
Administrative Class   19.18     6.11     6.18     11/01/2002     $ 15,217
Comparative Index                    
Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond   13.79       5.05       5.10             $ 14,166

As stated in the Fund’s current prospectus, the expense ratios were 0.60% (Institutional Class) and 0.85% (Administrative Class). The expense ratios in the prospectus may differ from the actual expense ratios for the fiscal year disclosed within this report. The expense ratios shown in the prospectus are based on the prior fiscal year, adjusted to reflect changes, if any, in contractual arrangements that occurred prior to the date of the prospectus.

Performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance data quoted. Actual return and principal value on an investment will fluctuate, and the shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost.

The returns shown do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on Fund distributions or on the redemption of Fund shares. From time to time, certain fees and/or expenses have been voluntarily waived, which has resulted in higher returns. Without these waivers, the returns would have been lower. The voluntary waivers may be discontinued at any time without notice.

You can obtain performance data current to the most recent month end (available within seven business days after the most recent month end) by calling 800-422-1050 or visiting www.harborfunds.com.

 

 

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—October 31, 2009

 

 

Total Investments (% of net assets)

(Excludes net cash, short-term investments, and derivative positions of 20.4%)

LOGO

 

COMMON STOCKS—0.1%

 

(Cost $18,787)

Shares         Value
(000s)
    
  DIVERSIFIED FINANCIAL SERVICES—0.1%
  363,200   

American International Group Inc.

  $ 4,086
        
    

ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES—1.6%

Principal
Amount
(000s)
          
  

Allya Auto Receieable Trust Inc.

 
$ 6,500   

1.320%—03/15/20121,2

    6,509
  

American Express Credit Corp. MTN3

 
  4,400   

5.875%—05/02/20131

    4,726
  

American International Group

 
  4,900   

4.000%—09/20/2011

    6,638
  

Asset Backed Funding Certificates

 
  843   

Series 2006-HE1 Cl. A2A
0.304%—01/25/20371,4

    797
  

Bank of America Commercial Mortgage Inc.

 
  2,500   

5.744%—02/10/20511,5

    2,330
  

Bank of America Credit Card Trust

 
  4,200   

0.825%—04/15/20131,4

    4,198
  9,500   

1.445%—12/16/20131,4

    9,583
        
       13,781
        
  

Bear Stearns Commercial Mortgage Securities

 
  2,745   

5.116%—02/11/20411,5

    2,723
  2,100   

5.471%—01/12/20451,5

    2,033
  7,700   

5.703%—06/11/20501

    7,669
        
       12,425
        
  

Citigroup/Deutsche Bank Commercial Mortgage

 
  2,600   

5.322%—12/11/20491

    2,340
  

Countrywide Asset-Backed Certificates

 
  15   

Series 2006-16 Cl. 2A1
0.294%—10/25/20361,4

    14
  222   

Series 2006-19 Cl. 2A1
0.304%—07/25/20361,4

    219
  323   

Series 2001-BC3 Cl. A
0.724%—12/25/20311,4

    155
        
       388
        

ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES—Continued

    
Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
  

Credit-Based Asset Servicing & Securitization LLC

 
  

Series 2006-CB9 Cl. A1

 
$ 1,179   

0.304%—11/25/20361,4

  $ 904
  

Credit Suisse Mortgage Capital Certification

 
  700   

5.658%—03/15/20391,5

    618
  

Greenwich Capital Markets Inc.

 
  300   

4.799%—08/10/20421,5

    287
  

GSAMP Trust

 
  559   

0.314%—09/25/2036-12/25/20361,4

    344
  

HSI Asset Securitization Corp. Trust
Pass Through Certificates

 
  634   

Series 2006-HE2 Cl. 2A1
0.294%—12/25/20361,4

    438
  

Indymac Residential Asset Backed Trust

 
  270   

Series 2006-E Cl. 2A1
0.304%—04/25/20371,4

    265
  

JP Morgan Chase Commercial Mortgage

 
  200   

5.818%—06/15/20491,5

    198
  

JP Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Corp.
Pass Through Certificates

 
  94   

Series 2006-WMC3 Cl. A2
0.294%—08/25/20361,4

    92
  

Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust

 
  111   

Series 2004-4 Cl. 1A1
0.524%—10/25/20341,4

    86
  

Merrill Lynch/Countrywide Commercial Mortgage

 
  2,600   

5.172%—12/12/20491,5

    2,319
  

Morgan Stanley Capital Inc.

 
  1,200   

5.385%—03/12/20441,5

    1,187
  400   

5.809%—12/12/20491

    362
  12,400   

5.880%—06/11/20491,5

    11,438
        
       12,987
        
  

Option One Mortgage Loan Trust

 
  375   

Series 2007-1 Cl. 2A1
0.294%—01/25/20371,4

    369
  

Park Place Securities Inc.

 
  3,373   

Series 2004-MCW1 Cl. A1
0.556%—08/25/20341,4

    2,774
  

Saxon Asset Securities Trust

 
  77   

Series 2006-3 Cl. A1
0.304%—11/25/20361,4

    76
  

SBI Home Equity Loan Trust
Pass Through Certificates

 
  596   

Series 2006-1A Cl. 1A2A
0.414%—08/25/20361,2,4

    529
  

Securitized Asset Backed Receivables LLC
Pass Through Certificates

 
  1,378   

Series 2007-HE1 Cl. 2A2
0.304%—12/25/20361,4

    687
  

SLM Student Loan Trust

 
  1,166   

0.582%—04/25/20141,4

    1,164
  

Small Business Administration

 
  559   

Series 2003-20I Cl. 1
5.130%—09/01/20231

    594
  1,305   

Series 2001-20A Cl. 1
6.290%—01/01/20211

    1,410
  91   

Series 2000-P10 Cl.1
7.449%—08/01/20101

    94
        
       2,098
        

 

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Harbor Bond Fund

PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  

United Airlines Inc.

 
$ 2,300   

10.400%—11/01/20161

  $ 2,388
  

Wachovia Bank Commercial Mortgage Trust

 
  2,600   

0.420%—06/15/20491,2,4

    1,401
  2,000   

5.308%—11/15/20481

    1,939
  11,800   

5.416%—01/15/20451,5

    11,264
        
       14,604
        
 
 
TOTAL ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES
    (Cost $85,218)
    93,161
        
    

BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS—0.2%

   

 

(Cost $12,306)

 
  12,740   

Chrysler Finance Co.
Term B
9.000%—08/03/2014

    12,237
        
    

COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS—2.6%

   
  

American Home Mortgage Investment Trust

 
  1,544   

Series 2004-4 Cl. 4A
4.390%—02/25/20451

    1,245
  

Banc of America Funding Corp.

 
  2,345   

Series 2005-D Cl. A1
3.487%—05/25/20351

    2,297
  

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust

 
  106   

Series 2000-2 Cl. A1
3.651%—11/25/20301

    100
  5,575   

Series 2005-10 Cl. A1
4.617%—11/25/20351

    5,514
  715   

Pass Through Certificates
Series 2003-1 Cl. 6A1
5.117%—04/25/20331,5

    648
        
       6,262
        
  

Bear Stearns Alt-A Trust

 
  2,777   

Series 2006-8 Cl. 3A1
0.404%—02/25/20241,4

    1,982
  3,234   

Series 2005-4 Cl. 3A1
5.355%—05/25/20351,5

    2,455
  1,625   

Pass Through Certificates
Series 2005-7 Cl. 2A1
5.490%—09/25/20351,5

    1,097
        
       5,534
        
  

Bear Stearns Commercial Mortgage Securities

 
  700   

5.331%—02/11/20441

    640
  1,810   

Series 2006 PWR11 Cl. A4
5.456%—03/11/20391,5

    1,808
  6,400   

Series 2007-PW18 Cl. A4
5.700%—06/11/20501

    5,929
  2,410   

Series 2006 PW12 Cl. A4
5.719%—09/11/20381,5

    2,460
        
       10,837
        
  

Bear Stearns Mortgage Funding Trust

 
  2,204   

Series 2007-AR1 Cl. 2A1
0.314%—02/25/20371,4

    2,024
  

Commercial Mortgage
Pass Through Certificate

 
  7,700   

Series 2006-C8 Cl A4
5.306%—12/10/20461

    7,016
  

Countrywide Alternative Loan Trust Class 1A1

 
  22,270   

Series 2005-59
0.574%—11/20/20351,4

    11,961

COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage
Pass Through Trust

 
$ 5,941   

Series 2004-HYB9 Cl. 1A1
4.602%—02/20/20351,5

  $ 4,929
  3,329   

Series 2004-22 Cl. A3
4.654%—11/25/20341,5

    2,772
  1,121   

Series 2005-HYB9 Cl. 3A2A
5.250%—11/20/20251,5

    782
  94   

Series 2003-10 Cl. A2
5.750%—05/25/20331

    93
        
       8,576
        
  

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. REMIC6

 
  14,329   

0.395%—07/15/2019-08/15/20191,4

    14,129
  2,780   

0.545%—05/15/20361,4

    2,742
  201   

0.695%—11/15/20301,4

    200
  3,842   

5.000%—04/25/20331

    4,061
  342   

8.000%—08/15/20221

    372
  56   

9.000%—12/15/20201

    62
        
       21,566
        
  

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Structured
Pass Through Securities

 
  364   

Series T-63 Cl. 1A1
2.251%—02/25/20451,4

    344
  1,273   

3.595%—08/15/20321,5

    1,285
        
       1,629
        
  

Federal National Mortgage Association REMIC6

 
  578   

Series 2006-5 Cl. 3A2
4.689%—02/25/20361,5

    590
  514   

6.500%—01/01/20331

    559
        
       1,149
        
  

First Horizon Mortagge
Pass Through

 
  604   

5.397%—09/25/20351,5

    423
  

First Nationwide Trust

 
  6   

Series 2001-3 Cl. 1A1
6.750%—08/25/20311

    5
  

Greenwich Capital Commercial Funding

 
  2,500   

Series 2007-GG9
5.444%—03/10/20391

    2,237
  

GS Mortgage Securities Corporation II

 
  6,700   

Series 2007-GG10
5.805%—08/10/20451,5

    5,642
  

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust

 
  10,339   

Pass Through Certificates
Series 2005-AR6 Cl. 2A1
4.117%—09/25/20351,5

    9,253
  4,283   

Pass Through Certificates
Series 2005-AR7 Cl. 6A1
5.237%—11/25/20351,5

    3,857
        
       13,110
        
  

Harborview Mortgage Loan Trust

 
  701   

Pass Through Certificates
Series 2005-2 Cl. 2A1A
0.465%—05/19/20351,4

    389
  

IndyMac ARM Trust

 
  15   

Series 2001-H2 Cl. A2
3.337%—01/25/20321,5

    11
  

IndyMac Index Mortgage Loan Trust

 
  3,993   

Pass Through Certificates
Series 2005-AR31 Cl. 1A1
4.039%—01/25/20361,5

    2,301

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  

J.P. Morgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Class A4

 
$ 1,600   

Series 2007-LD12
5.882%—02/15/20511,5

  $ 1,414
  

J.P. Morgan Chase Commercial Mortgage

 
  5,125   

Securities Trust 2006
5.336%—05/15/20471

    4,624
  

J.P. Morgan Chase Commercial Mortgage

 
  15,100   

Securities Trust 2007
5.420%—01/15/20491

    13,264
  

Lehman Brothers-UBS Commercial Mortgage Trust

 
  2,200   

2006 C6 COML MTG PASS CTF CLA4
5.372%—09/15/20391

    2,023
  

Lehman Brothers Floating Rate Commercial Mortgage Trust

 
  555   

Pass Through Certificates
Series 2006-LLFA Cl. A1
5.448%—09/15/20211,2,5

    512
  

Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Inc.

 
  2,143   

Pass Through Certificates
Series 2005-A10 Cl. A
0.454%—02/25/20361,4

    1,472
  601   

Series 2005-3 Cl. 4A
0.494%—11/25/20351,4

    437
        
       1,909
        
  

Merrill Lynch/Countrywide Commercial MTG Class A4

 
  1,800   

Series 2007-6
5.485%—03/12/20511,5

    1,478
  

Morgan Stanley Capital I

 
  1,242   

Series 2007-XLFA Cl. A1
0.305%—10/15/20201,2,4

    1,020
  

Residential Funding Mortgage

 
  1,004   

Series 2006-SA1 Cl. 2A1
5.561%—02/25/20361,5

    671
  

Sovereign Commercial Mortgage Securities

 
  1,100   

Series 2007-C1 Cl. A2
5.840%—07/22/20301,2,5

    1,089
  

Structured Asset Mortgage Investments Inc.

 
  2,377   

Pass Through Certificates
Series 2005-AR5 Cl. A2
0.495%—07/19/20351,4

    1,810
  

Structured Asset Securities Corp.

 
  42   

Series 2001-21A Cl. 1A1
3.535%—01/25/20321,4

    39
  35   

Series 2002-1A Cl. 4A
4.565%—02/25/20321,5

    32
        
       71
        
  

Thornburg Mortgage Securities Trust

 
  2,472   

Pass Through Certificates
Series 2006-6 Cl. A1
0.354%—11/25/20461,4

    2,392
  

Wachovia Bank Commercial Mortgage Trust

 
  11,619   

Series 2006-WHL7 Cl. A1
0.335%—09/15/20211,2,4

    10,209
  2,300   

Series 2007-C31
5.509%—04/15/20471

    1,873
        
       12,082
        
  

Washington Mutual

 
  785   

Pass Through Certificates
Series 2005-AR13 Cl. A1A1
0.534%—10/25/20451,5

    580

COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS—Continued

 
Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
 
    
  

Wells Fargo Mortgage Backed Securities

 
$ 4,201   

Series 2006-AR2 Cl. A1
4.949%—03/25/20361,5

  $ 3,599   
          
 
 
TOTAL COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS
    (Cost $167,903)
    152,752   
          
    

CONVERTIBLE BONDS—0.0%

 
      (Cost $113)  
Shares             
  AUTOMOBILES—0.0%   
  36,000   

General Motors Corp. Series B
5.250%—03/06/2032

    121   
          
    

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—23.7%

 
Principal
Amount
(000s)
            
  

Access Group Inc.

 
$ 22,390   

1.582%—10/27/20251,4

    22,572   
  

AIG Sunamerica Inst Fund

 
  20,000   

0.432%—07/26/20104

    18,904 z 
  

Allstate Life Global Funding Trust MTN3

 
  4,600   

5.375%—04/30/20131

    4,943   
  

American Airlines Inc.

 
  82   

Series 2001-2 Cl. A1
6.978%—04/01/20111

    82   
  

American Express Bank

 
  6,500   

5.500%—04/16/20131

    6,912   
  9,500   

6.000%—09/13/20171

    10,005   
          
       16,917   
          
  

American Express Centurion Bank

 
  10,800   

0.304%—03/23/20101,4

    10,762   
  12,692   

0.305%—04/19/20101,4

    12,639   
  9,500   

6.000%—09/13/20171

    10,005   
          
       33,406   
          
  

American Express Credit Corp.

 
  100   

0.426%—12/02/20101,4

    99   
  

American Express Credit Corp. MTN3

 
  400   

0.405%—06/16/20111,4

    391   
  

American Express Global

 
  6,400   

7.000%—03/19/20181

    7,085   
  

American General Finance Corp. MTN3

 
  5,253   

4.625%—09/01/20101

    4,891   
  1,800   

4.875%—05/15/20101

    1,742   
          
       6,633   
          
  

American Honda Finance Corp. MTN3

 
  5,700   

0.514%—02/09/20101,2,4

    5,690   
  

American International Group Inc.

 
  5,300   

4.875%—03/15/2067

    3,529   
  900   

5.050%—10/01/20151

    698   
  100   

5.375%—10/18/20111

    96   
  1,100   

8.250%—08/15/20181

    939   
  1,400   

8.625%—05/22/2038

    1,298   
          
       6,560   
          

 

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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS—Continued

 

 

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  

American International Group Inc. MTN3

 
$ 7,000   

0.392%—03/20/20121,4

  $ 5,923
  1,800   

4.950%—03/20/20121

    1,677
        
       7,600
        
  

Amgen Inc.

 
  24,000   

6.900%—06/01/20381

    29,191
  

Anheuser-Busch Cos Inc.

 
  200   

5.500%—01/15/20181

    205
  

AstraZeneca plc

 
  1,700   

5.900%—09/15/20171

    1,909
  1,600   

6.450%—09/15/20371

    1,863
        
       3,772
        
  

AT&T Inc.

 
  4,200   

4.950%—01/15/20131

    4,486
  5,000   

5.500%—02/01/20181

    5,257
  2,900   

6.300%—01/15/20381

    3,033
        
       12,776
        
  

Bank of America Corp.

 
  11,600   

2.100%—04/30/20121

    11,799
  

Bank of America Corp.

 
  33,200   

6.500%—08/01/20161

    35,568
  

Barclays Bank plc

 
  26,700   

5.450%—09/12/20121

    28,917
  

Bear Stearns Cos. Inc.

 
  4,400   

0.650%—08/15/20111,4

    4,395
  4,971   

6.400%—10/02/20171

    5,442
        
       9,837
        
  

Bear Stearns Cos. Inc. MTN3

 
  14,831   

6.950%—08/10/20121

    16,655
  

BNP Paribas

 
  9,600   

5.186%—06/29/20491,2,5

    8,039
  

Calabash Re Ltd.

 
  1,100   

Series 2006-I Cl. A1
8.699%—01/08/20102,5

    1,113
  

Cemex Inc.

 
  3,100   

6.722%—12/01/20491,2,5

    2,202
  

China Development Bank

 
  100   

5.000%—10/15/20151

    108
  

Citibank NA 52

 
  700   

1.875%—06/04/20121

    707
  

Citigroup Capital XXI

 
  77,799   

8.300%—12/21/20571,5

    72,742
  

Citigroup Funding Inc.

 
  2,900   

2.250%—12/10/20121

    2,947
  

Citigroup Inc.

 
  9,000   

0.313%—12/28/20091,4

    9,000
  1,500   

1.875%—05/07/20121

    1,517
  1,500   

2.125%—04/30/20121

    1,530
  1,700   

5.300%—10/17/20121

    1,783
  32,600   

5.500%—08/27/2012-04/11/20131

    34,030
  3,000   

5.625%—08/27/20121

    3,110
  1,100   

5.850%—07/02/20131

    1,154
  12,200   

6.000%—02/21/2012-08/15/20171

    12,638
  5,600   

6.125%—08/25/20361

    5,001
  9,100   

7.250%—10/01/20101

    9,483
  8,200   

8.500%—05/22/20191

    9,601
        
       88,847
        

CORPORATE BONDS & NOTES—Continued

Principal
Amount
(000s)
        Value
(000s)
    
  

Codelco Inc.

 
$ 500   

6.150%—10/24/20361,2

  $ 504
  

Comcast Corp.

 
  1,200   

5.875%—02/15/20181

    1,269
  1,200