January 1, 2003
Fund Profile
T. Rowe Price Funds
Prime Reserve
New Income
Equity Income
International Stock
A selection of stock, bond, and money market
funds to help investors meet their financial
objectives.
This profile summarizes key information about each fund that is included in each fund`s prospectus. Each prospectus includes additional information about the fund, including a more detailed description of the risks associated with investing in the fund that you may want to consider before you invest. You may obtain the prospectus and other information about each fund at no cost by calling 1-800-638-5660
, or by visiting our Web site at
www.troweprice.com.
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Prime Reserve Fund
What is the fund`s objective?
The fund`s goals are preservation of capital, liquidity, and, consistent with these, the highest possible current income.
What is the fund`s principal investment strategy?
The fund, which is managed to provide a stabl
e share price of $1.00, invests in high-quality, U.S. dollar-denominated money market securities. The fund`s average weighted maturity will not exceed 90 days, and we will not purchase any security with a maturity longer than 13 months. The fund`s yield will fluctuate with changes in short-term interest rates. In selecting securities, fund managers may examine the relationships among yields on various types and maturities of money market securities in the context of their outlook for interest rates. For example, commercial paper often offers a yield advantage over Treasury bills. If rates are expected to fall, longer maturities, whi
ch typically have higher yields than shorter maturities, may be purchased to try to preserve the fund`s income level. Conversely, shorter maturities may be favored if rates are expected to rise.
The fund may sell holdings for a variety of reasons, such as to adjust the portfolio`s average maturity or quality or to shift assets into higher-yielding securities or different sectors.
Further information about the fund`s invest
ments, including a review of market conditions and fund strategies and their impact on performance, is available in the annual and semiannual shareholder reports. To obtain free copies of these documents, call 1-800-638-5660.
What are the main risks of investing in the fund?
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Since the fund seeks to maintain a $1.00 share price, it should have little risk of principal loss. However, there is no assurance the fund will avoid principal losses in the event that any fund holding has its credit rating downgraded or defaults or
interest rates rise sharply in an unusually short period.
The fund`s yield will vary; it is not fixed for a specific period like the yield on a bank certificate of deposit. This is a disadvantage when interest rates are falling. An investment in the fund is not insured or guaranteed by the FDIC or any other government agency. Although the fund seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share, it is possible to lose money by investing in the fund.
As with any mutual fund, there can be no guarantee the fund will achieve its objective.
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Consider your investment goals, your time horizon for achieving them, and your tolerance for risk. Over time, money market securities have provided greater stability but lower returns than bonds or stocks. If you have some money for which safety and accessibility are
more important than total return or capital growth over time, the fund should be an appropriate investment.
The fund can be used in both regular and tax-deferred accounts, such as IRAs.
New Income Fund
What is the fund`s objective?
The fund seeks the highest level of income consistent with the preservation of capital over time by investing primarily in marketable debt securities.
What is the fund`s principal investment strategy?
The fund will invest at least 80% of the fund`s total assets in income-producing securities, which may include U.S. government and agency obligations, mortgage- and asset-backed securities, corporate bonds, foreign securities, collateralized mortgage obligations (CMOs), and others, including, on occasion, equities.
All debt securities purchased by the fund must be rated investment grade (AAA, AA, A, or BBB) by at least one major credit rating agency or, if unrated, must have a T. Rowe Pri
ce equivalent rating. Up to 15% of total assets may be invested in "split-rated securities," or those rated investment grade by at least one rating agency, but below investment grade by others. However, none o
f the fund`s remaining assets can be invested in bonds rated below investment grade by Standard & Poor`s, Moody`s, or Fitch IBCA, Inc.
The fund has considerable flexibility in seeking high yields. There are no maturity restrictions, so we can purchase longer-term bonds, which tend to have higher yield
s than shorter-term issues. However, the portfolio`s weighted average maturity is expected to be between four and 15 years. In addition, when there is a large yield difference between the various quality levels, we may move down the credit scale and purchase lower-rated bonds with higher yields. When the difference is small or the outlook warrants, we may concentrate investments in higher-rated issues.
The fund may also invest in other securities, including futures, options, and swaps, in keeping with its objective.
The fund may sell holdings for a variety of reasons, such as to adjust the portfolio`s average maturity or quality or to shift assets into higher-yielding securities or different sectors.
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Further information about the fund`s investments, including a review of market conditions and fund strategies and their impact on performance, is available in the a
nnual and semiannual shareholder reports. To obtain free copies of these documents, call 1-800-638-5660.
What are the main risks of investing in the fund?
<R>Interest rate risk This is the risk that an increase in interest rates will likely cause the fund`s share price to fall, resulting in a loss of principal. That`s because the bonds and notes in the fund`s portfolio become less attractive to other investors when securities with higher yields become available. Even GNMAs and other securities (whose principal and interest payments are guaranteed) can decline in price if rates rise. Generally speaking, the longer a bond`s maturity, the greater its potential for price declines if rates rise and for price gains if rates fall. Because the fund may invest in bonds of any maturity, it carries more interest rate risk than short-term bond funds. If the fund purchases longer maturity bonds and interest rates rise unexpectedly, the fund`s price could decline.</R>Credit risk This is the chance that any of the fund`s holdings will have their credit ratings downgraded or will default (fail to make scheduled interest or principal payments), potentially reducing the fund`s income leve
l and share price. <R>Investment-grade (AAA to BBB) securities have relatively low financial risk and a relatively high probability of future payment. However, securities rated BBB are more susceptible to adverse economic conditions and may have speculative characteristics. Securities rated below investment grade (junk or high-yield bonds) should be regarded as speculative because their issuers are more susceptible to financial setbacks and recession than more creditworthy companies. If the fund invests in securities that develop unexpected credit problems, the fund`s price could decline.
</R>The fund may continue to hold a security that has been downgraded or loses its investment-grade rating after purchase.
Foreign investing risk To the extent the fund holds foreign bonds, it will be subject to special risks, whether the bonds are denominated in U.S. dollars or foreign currencies. These risks include potentially adverse political and economic developments overseas, greater volatility, lower liquidity, and the possibility that foreign currencies will decline against the dollar, lowering the value of securities denominated in those currencies and possibly the fund`s share price.
Prepayment risk and extension risk A mortgage-backed bond, unlike most other bonds, can be hurt when interest rates fall, because homeowners tend to refinance and prepay principal. Receiving increasing prepayments in a falling interest rate environment causes the average maturity of the portfolio to shorten,
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reducing its potential for price gains. It also requires the fund to reinvest proceeds at lower interest rates, which reduces the portfolio`s total return, reduces its yield, and may even cause certain bonds` prices to fall below what the fund paid for them, resulting in a capital loss. Any of these developments could cause a decrease in the fund`s income, share price, or total return.Extension risk refers to a rise in interest rates that causes a fund`s average maturity to lengthen unexpectedly due to a drop in mortgage prepayments. This would increase the fund`s sensitivity to rising rates and its potential for price declines.
Derivatives risk To the extent the fund uses futures, swaps, and other derivatives, it is exposed to additional volatility and potential losses.As with any mutual fund, there can be no guarantee the fund will achieve its objective.
The share price and income level of the fund will fluctuate with changing market conditions and interest rate levels. When you sell your shares, you may lose money. An investment in the fund is not a deposit of a bank and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
How can I tell if the fund is appropriate for me?
Consider your investment goals, your time horizon for achieving them, and your tolerance for risk. The fund may be appropriate for you if you seek an attractive level of income and are willing to accept the risk of a declining share price when interest rates rise. Steadily reinvesting the fund`s income is a conservative strategy for building capital over time. If you are investing primarily for safety and liquidity, you should consider a money market fund.
The fund can be used in both regular and tax-deferred accounts,
such as IRAs.
The fund should not represent your complete investment program or be used for short-term trading purposes.
Equity Income Fund
What is the fund`s objective?
The fund seeks to provide substantial dividend income as well as long-term growth of capital through investments in the common stocks of established companies.
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What is the fund`s principal investment strategy?
The fund will normally invest at least 80% of its
net assets in common stocks, with 65% in the common stocks of well-established companies paying above-average dividends.
The fund typically employs a "value" approach in selecting investments. Our in-house research team seeks companies that appear to be undervalued by various measures and may be temporarily out of favor, but have good prospects for capital appreciation and dividend growth.
In selecting investments, we gene
rally look for companies with the following:
an established operating history;above-average dividend yield relative to the S&P 500;low price/earnings ratio relative to the S&P 500;a sound balance sheet and other positive financial characteristics; andlow stock price relative to a company`s underlying value as measured by assets, cash flow, or business franchises.In pursuing its investment objective, the fund`s management has the discretion to purchase some securities that do not meet its normal investment criteria, as described above, when it perceives an unusual opportunity for gain. These special situations might arise when the fund`s management believes a security could increase in value for a variety of reason
s, including a change in management, an extraordinary corporate event, or a temporary imbalance in the supply of or demand for the securities.
While most assets will be invested in U.S. common stocks, other securities may also be purchased, including foreign stocks, futures, and options, in keeping with fund objectives.
The fund may sell securities for a variety of reasons, such as to secure gains, limit losses, or redeploy assets into more promising opportunities.
Further information about the fund`s investments, including a review of market conditions and fund strategies and their impact on performance, is
available in the annual and semiannual shareholder reports. To obtain free copies of these documents, call 1-800-638-5660.
What are the main risks of investing in the fund?
The value approach carries the risk that the market will not recognize a security`s intrinsic value for a long time, or that a stock judged to be undervalued may actually be appropriately priced.
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The fund`s emphasis on stocks of established companies paying high dividends and its potential investments in fixed-income securities may limit its potential for appreciation in a broad market advance. Such securities may be hurt when interest rates rise sharply. Also, a company may reduce or eliminate its dividend.
As with all equity funds, this fund`s share price can fall because of weakness in the broad market, a particular industry, or specific holdings. The market as a whole can decline for many reasons, including adverse political or economic developments here or abroad, changes in investor psychology, or heavy institutional selling. The prospects for an industry or company may deteriorate because of a variety of factors, including disappointing earnings or changes in the competitive environment. In addition, our assessment of companies held
in the fund may prove incorrect, resulting in losses or poor performance even in a rising market. Finally, the fund`s investment approach could fall out of favor with the investing public, resulting in laggin
g performance versus other types of stock funds.
Foreign stock holdings are subject to the risk that some holdings may lose value because of declining foreign currencies or adverse political or economic events overseas. Investments in futures and options, if any, are subject to additional volatility and potential losses.
As with any mutual fund, there can be no guarantee the fund will achieve its objective.
The fund`s share price may decline, so when you sell your shares, you may lose money. An investment in the fund is not a deposit of a bank and is not insured or guarant
eed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
How can I tell if the fund is appropriate for me?
Consider your investment goals, your time horizon for achieving them, and your tolerance for risk. If you seek a relatively conservative equity investment that provides substantial dividend income along with the potential for capital growth, the fund could be an appropriate part of your overall investment strategy. This fund should not represent your complete investment program or be used for short-term trading purposes.
The fund can be used in both regular and tax-deferred accounts, such as IRAs.
Equity investors should have a long-term investment horizon and be willing to wait out bear markets.
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International Stock Fund
What is the fund`s objective?
The fund seeks long-term growth of capital through investments primarily in the common stocks of established, non-U.S. companies.
What is the fund`s principal investment strategy?
The fund expects to invest substantially all of the fund`s assets in stocks outside the U.S. and to diversify broadly among developed and emerging countries throughout the world. Stock selection reflects a growth style. We may purchase the stocks of companies of any si
ze, but our focus will typically be on large and, to a lesser extent, medium-sized companies. Normally, at least 80% of the fund`s net assets will be invested in stocks.
T. Rowe Price International, Inc. ("T. Rowe Price International") employs in-depth fundamental research in an effort to identify companies capable of achieving and sustaining above-average, long-term earnings growth. We seek to purchase such stocks at reasonable prices in relation to present or anticipated earnings, cash flow, or book value, and valuation factors often influence our allocations among large-, mid-, or small-cap shares.
While we invest with an aware
ness of the global economic backdrop and our outlook for industry sectors and individual countries, bottom-up stock selection is the focus of our decision-making. Country allocation is driven largely by stock selection, though we may limit investments in markets that appear to have poor overall prospects.
In selecting stocks, we generally favor companies with one or more of the following characteristics:
leading market position;attractive business niche;strong franchise or monopoly;technological leadership or proprietary advantages;seasoned management;earnings growth and cash flow sufficient to support growing dividends; andhealthy balance s
heet with relatively low debt.While the fund invests primarily in common stocks, the fund may also purchase other securities, including futures and options, in keeping wi
th the fund`s objective.
The fund may sell securities for a variety of reasons, such as to secure gains, limit losses, or redeploy assets into more promising opportunities.
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Further information about the fund`s investments, including a review of market conditions and fund strategies and their impact on performance, is available in the annual and semiannual shareholder reports. To obtain free copies of these documents, call 1-800-638-5660.
What are the main risks of investing in the fund?
As with all stock funds, the fund`s share price can fall because of weakness in one or more of its
primary equity markets, a particular industry, or specific holdings. Stock markets can decline for many reasons, including adverse political or economic developments, changes in investor psychology, or heavy institutional selling. The prospects for an industry or company may deteriorate because of a variety of factors, including disappointing earnings or changes in the competitive environment. In addition, our assessment of companies held in the fund may prove incorrect, resulting in losses or poor performance even in rising markets.
Funds that invest overseas generally carry more risk than funds that invest strictly in U.S. assets. Even investments in countries with highly developed economies are subject to significant risks. Some particular risks affecting this fund include the following:
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t;Currency risk This refers to a decline in the value of a foreign currency versus the U.S. dollar, which reduces the dollar value of securities denominated in that currency. The overall impact on a fund`s holdings can be significant, unpredictable, and long-lasting depending on the currencies represented in the portfolio and how each one appreciates or depreciates in relation to the U.S. dollar, and whether currency positions are hedged. Under normal conditions, the fund does not engage in extensive foreign currency hedging programs. Further, exchange rate movements are volatile, and it
is not possible to effectively hedge the currency risks of many developing countries.</R>Geographic risk The economies and financial markets of certain regionssuch as Latin America and Asiacan be interdependent and may all decline at the same time.<R>Emerging market risk<
font style="font-size:10.0pt;" face="Berkeley Book" color="Black"> To the extent the fund invests in emerging markets, it is subject to greater risk than a fund investing only in developed markets. The economic and political structures of developing nations, in most cases, do not compare favorably with the U.S. or other developed countries in terms of wealth and stability, and their financial markets often lack liqui
dity. Fund performance will likely be hurt by exposure to nations in the midst of hyperinflation, currency devaluation, trade disagreements, sudden political upheaval, or interventionist government policies. Significant buying or selling by a few major investors may also heighten the volatility of emerging markets. These factors make investing in such countries significantly riskier than in other countries, and any one of the factors could cause the fund`s share price to decline.</R>
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Other risks of foreign investing Risks can result from varying stages of economic and political development, differing regulatory environments, trading days, and accounting standards, and higher transaction costs of non-U.S. markets. Investments outside the United States could be subject to governmental actions such as capital or currency controls, nationalization of a company or industry, expropriation of assets, or imposition of high taxes.While certain countries have made progress in economic growth, liberalization, fiscal discipline, and political and social stability, there is no assurance these trends will continue.
Futures/options risk To the extent the fund uses futures and options, it is exposed to additional volatility and potential losses.As with any mutual fund, there can be no guarantee the fund will achieve its objective.
The fund`s share price may decline, so when you sell your shares, you may lose money. An investment in the fund is not a deposit of a bank and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
How can I tell if the fund is appropriate for me?
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